Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Meet Hughes at Island Hoppin’
From Moana Kutsche County Councilman Rick Hughes will be at Island Hoppin' Brewery in Eastsound on Saturday evening, March 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. Come meet Rick, share your ideas about our county, and enjoy some of Orcas's finest beer and stout. Island Hoppin' has an area for families
LWV Thanks Those Who Supported San Juans’ National Monument Designation
From Washington State League of Women Voters Through the efforts and support of many, including private citizens, local businesses and government and organizations including the League of Women Voters of the San Juans, our voices have been heard in the "other" Washington. Under the 1906 Antiquities Act, Theodore Roosevelt designated
Kaleidoscope and Sons of American Legion Team Up for Bingo!
The Sons of the American Legion have agreed to sponsor BINGO for Kaleidoscope Preschool & Child Care Center the first Thursday of EVERY MONTH in 2013! (Except July, when Bingo will be on July 11). It’s a totally Family Friendly event, open to the public at The American Legion. Next
San Juans’ Nat’l Monument Designation Party & Potluck!
Parties in Anacortes and Lopez on Monday, April 1 From Tom Reeves, San Juan Islands National Conservation Area We will have two opportunities on Monday for the public to celebrate the national monument with some of the leaders who helped make it possible. In addition to Secretary Salazar and leaders
The 2013 Student Chef Contestants Are…
By Madie Murray On Saturday, April 6, one of the most exciting and fun events will occur at our public school. Students are warming up their ovens and the stage is set for the Fourth Annual Student Chef Competition presented by the Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program with K-5
Letter to the Editor: Stephens Involved in the Community
Dear Editor, I am writing to say how willingly I am voting for Jamie Stephens as County Council Member for District 3. I have known Jamie for several years in one capacity or another. What I like best about him are the many ways in which he is involved in
Islanders Get Deep Discount for Writing Workshop
From JoEllen Moldoff Skagit Valley College's offering of ENGL 236 -- Creative Writing Workshop instructed by Jennifer Brennock -- is now open to community members. The workshop will be held April 9 to June 20, Tues/Thurs 8:45-11:00 AM in Friday Harbor at San Juan Center, Skagit Valley College. Tuition is
Choral Society’s Spring Concert Ready to Bloom
From the Orcas Choral Society Fresh from a well-received sneak preview of the Choral Society’s spring program at the March 3rd MAG benefit concert, the Orcas Choral Society is putting the final touches on its premiere performance of Mozart’s Requiem with orchestra at Orcas Center on Sunday, April 21st at
Eagle Forum to Question Council Candidates
Saturday, April 6 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Senior Center Updated April 1 Cindy Carter for the Eagle Forum Eagle Forum is presenting another Candidate Forum for you to ask your questions of the six candidates running for the new three-member County Council. Ballots for that election will be mailed
Letter to the Editor: Byers Stands Out in Experience
We are fortunate to have two fine candidates on Orcas Island. I’m supporting Lisa Byers because she is totally outstanding -- in experience, people-skills and understanding of how this county works. For 17 years she has led OPAL through federal, state and county regulations, land use and conservation, community planning
SanJuanIslander sponsors Candidate Debates
San Juan Islander is sponsoring Candidate Debates from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 5 at the San Juan Island Grange in Friday Harbor. The candidates for the county council positions from the three residency districts will participate in separate debates. Voters will have received their ballots for the April
Holy Week and Easter at Eastsound’s Emmanuel Church
The labyrinth at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Eastsound provides the opportunity for reflection, meditation and guidance. From Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Emmanuel Episcopal Parish offers a variety of worship opportunities during this most important part of the church year. By participating in one or more of the Holy Week
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Works Hard for County
Lovel Pratt is our choice for San Juan County Council Position 1, San Juan Island. Lovel showed tremendous capacity and competence during her term on the County Council. She is willing to spend the time and energy to listen, to advocate, and to take action on behalf of our county,
Guest Opinion: The Beauty of Zoning
By Rick Steinhardt Criticism of zoning laws comes from those who see the restrictions as a violation of property rights, stripping property owners of their right to unencumbered use of their land. The argument most often made is that property owners know their land best and have an interest in
Ruthie Newman’s Latest Ceramics on Display
Ruthie Newman's latest ceramics show her movement from vessels to sculpture. A reception on April 5 will introduce her show at the Orcas Center through the month of April. From Andrea Hendrick Ruthie Newman’s new ceramics will be on display at the Orcas Center April 5 through April
Spring Into Poetry with April
Three weeks of poetry will be offered with JoEllen Moldoff as Faciliatator on Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16, from 1-3 p.m. at the Public Library Join fellow poets and poetry lovers for a three-week class in which we’ll focus on a different poet each session—reading poems and discussing how the
