Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Update: An Orcas Island Response to Newtown
By Fred Klein Two weeks ago I extended an invitation to islanders to spend some time together to craft a consensus on what we can do, as a community, to reduce the risk of a tragedy like the recent shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Here’s a
EDC offers Workshop on the Basics of WordPress
From the San Juan County Economic Development Council The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a three-hour workshop on the basics of building a website or blog using WordPress – an ideal platform for new businesses and organizations. The workshop will be held at the San Juan Island
The Snow Queen: a Journey of Story and Song
Saturday, January 26 at Deer Harbor Community Center and Sunday, January 27 at the Senior Center, 4–6 p.m. Carolyn Cruso (l) and Antoinette Botsford (r) to join for an Evening of Story and Song Hans Christian Andersen's timeless coming-of-age tale, The Snow Queen, will soon come to life
Fidelis Flea Market on Feb. 16
Fidelis Flea Market Time to sign up! It’s time for the 4th annual meet, greet, eat and buy Fidelis Flea Market! It will open from 10-2 at the West Sound Community Hall, Saturday, February 16. Christina will again be offering her signature sandwiches and sweets. There is still
Carlson Art Opening at Island Hoppin’
Giving Way: Paintings of the Sea by Peter Carlson Island Hoppin’ Brewery invites you to an opening by Orcas Island artist Peter Carlson. On display will be a show of recent work titled Giving Way: Paintings of the Sea. The show opens this Friday, January 18 with live
A Yankee Comes to British Theater
"The Magistrate" Streams Live on Thursday, Jan. 17 at Orcas Center at 7:30 p.m. From the NY Times By John Lithgow The language of theater here is slightly different from ours in New York. The crackly speaker in a London dressing room is called the “tannoy.” The opening night of
Wow! What a Winter Week We Have
Monday, January 14, 2013 Orcas Youth Conservation Core (OYCC) Potluck and Planning Session, 5:30-7 p.m., The Funhouse Commons. The meeting will be facilitated by R.J. Myers, Outdoor Educator, and Morgan Meadows, Outreach Coordinator. Tuesday, January 15, 2013 Basics of Cheesemaking Class, with Alayne Sundberg on San Juan Island from 8:30
Weigh In on the Library Study: The Patron Perspective
The Orcas Island Public Library recently announced a call for submissions by Alki: The Washington Library Association Journal by January 25, 2013. Submissions will address "The Patron Perspective." Patrons are asked to write, in 500 words or less, what the library means to you. Suggestions for the submissions are: How
Sen. Ranker Declines Republicans’ Committee Chair Offer
Senator Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas, issued the following statement [on Jan. 12, 2013]: “Yesterday, after careful consideration, I respectfully declined the offer from the Republicans to accept the Chair of the Environment and Marine Waters Committee or Co-Chair of the Energy and Telecommunications Committee. I did this for a few reasons.
Garden Club to Discuss Orcas Microclimates
Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. at the Orcas Center By Jan Jacobson We have all noticed how different the weather can be on the various areas of Orcas Island. Olga is different than Eastsound and Deer Harbor can be different from both. The Orcas Island Garden Club has had
Meeting Today for “Orcas Has Talent!” Flash Mob
From Ginny Lu Wood, Event Organizer Be a part of the First Ever, Orcas Island FLASH MOB! The first meeting and creative session will be today, Jan. 13th at the Odd Fellows Hall at 3 p.m. This is the only get together before the actual dance [filming] date. Time is
Fire Dept’s Town Hall Describes Rescue Boat Grant
Dave Halloran, Sheriff Rob Nou and Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Kevin O'Brien field questions from those gathered at the Town Hall to discuss the Marine Operations User's Group participation in funding a new, all-services emergency vessel Sheriff obtains $785,000 grant for "all-hazards public safety" vessel. By Margie
“The Magistrate” Opens Orcas Center’s 2013 Season
John Lithgow at his ridiculous best, in "The Magistrate" Thursday, Jan. 17 Thursday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Orcas Center Celebrate the start of Orcas Center’s 2013 Season with John Lithgow who stars in "The Magistrate," a hilarious play streaming live from the National Theatre in London
Sewer District Moves Ahead into New Year of Accomplishments
By Margie Doyle (Updated from original post of Jan. 6, 2013 with input from Roy Light, ESWD Superintendent, and Sue Kimple, ESWD Office Manager) Carl Yurdin, current Chair of the Eastsound Sewer and Water District, announced recently that all of Bonnie Brae and some OPAL Commons homeowners have signed agreements
Guest Column: Lawsuit Update and Funds Request from Property Rights Group
From the Citizen’s Alliance for Property Rights, San Juan Chapter (CAPR) On October 12, 2012 a lawsuit was filed against San Juan County for violations of Washington State’s Open Public Meetings Act (“OPMA”). The complaint alleges that“Individual Council members participated in three-person subcommittee meetings,” and they knew, or should have
Letter to the Editor: Ayers Has Creative, Pragmatic Approach
Dear Editor, I am writing to express support for Greg Ayers. My support is based on: His creative and pragmatic ideas for increasing the health of our economy. Please note, I’m not the only one who values his thoughts – he is a small business advisor for the Obama administration
