Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Leak Closes Eastsound Public Restrooms
From Lance Evans, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Executive Director A quick note regarding the Eastsound bathrooms at the Village Green. San Juan County has discovered a water leak in the area and needs to shut down the facility until the issue can be resolved. Orcas Septic is delivering two
Artists and Magicians Lead the Way this Weekend
Friday, Nov. 30 "Tidings of Joy" with Islands A Cappella at Rosario at 6 p.m. In the Music Room, seating is limited. Tickets available at Darvill’s Bookstore, $10. Celtic Christmas Concert with Windham Hill composer and keyboardist, Jeff Johnson along with the extraordinary Irish flutist, Brian Dunning and American violinist,
Fire & Rescue Commissioners Hold Work Meeting
By Jennifer Cunningham Personnel, equipment and communications for fire and rescue operations took up the bulk of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District Commissioners work session on Nov. 27. Commission Chair Barbara Bedell opened up the meeting. District Chief Kevin O’Brien spoke first regarding the search for a new
Islands a Cappella Sing of Good Cheer and Holiness
Islands a Cappella sing at Rosario Resort's Music Room, December 2011. The singers will perform there again on Friday, Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. The Islands a Cappella singing group, with members from Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Islands and directed by Angel Michaels, will sing of Christmas
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Recycling Thanks All Supporters
To our friends and neighbors, to all of our supporters near and far afield: As you may have heard, on November 20th the San Juan County Council voted unanimously to enter into contract negotiations with Orcas Recycling Services as the sole operator of the Orcas Island Transfer Station. We could
Count the Birds this Christmas!
Lopez Bird Counters, December 2011 By Barbara Jensen, President San Juan Islands Audubon Saturday, December 15 is the date for this year’s Christmas Bird Count (CBC) in the San Juan Islands. Over 60,000 volunteers across the country will be counting birds from December 14, 2012 to January 5,
Middle School Art Needs a Patron
Middle school students creating cardboard self-portraits in last spring's Visual Art Exploratory, led by Orcas artist Brook Meinhardt. From Orcas Open Arts Orcas Open Arts, a non-profit educational organization on Orcas since 1991, is excited to partner with the Middle School to bring Art Exploratories to the curriculum.
Cheese-Making Class on Friday
Pre-registration required for WSU Extension Class From Candace Jagel, Ag Education Coordinator, WSU Extension San Juan County If you make cheese or would like to learn how, WSU Extension is offering a workshop this Friday—the first in a series of micro dairy workshops for local producers. We have a great
November Elections Certified — Highest State Turnout
The San Juan County Canvassing Board has certified the results of the November general election in San Juan County. Voter turnout in the county was 89.39% - less than the 91.49% turnout in the 2008 Presidential election, but once again the highest in the State. County Auditor Milene Henley said
EDC offers Free Workshop on Business Planning & Financing
The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Tuesday, December 4, from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James McCafferty, of the Economic Development Association of
Houses Made of Wood and Light: Author to Speak at Darvill’s
Houses designed by Salt Spring Island architect Hank Schubart are the subject of Michele Dunkerley's book and talk at Darvill's on Dec. 5. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, author Michele Dunkerley will discuss her book, Houses Made of Wood and Light (https://www.housesmadeofwoodandlight.com/), at Darvill's Bookstore. This stunningly illustrated
Auction Extended on Gingerbread “Eastsound”
A yummy Outlook Inn By Madie Murray Since the first of November, a charming display of gingerbread houses resembling various stores in downtown Eastsound have been on display at Islanders Bank. They were made by Susie Frank. Each one is clearly unique and replicate in exquisite detail The Outlook Inn,
Friends of the Library Thank the Community at Holiday Tea
From Sandy Wilson, Friends of the Library The 51st Annual Holiday Tea will be held at the Orcas Island Public Library this Saturday, December 1, from 1-4 p.m. Everyone is invited to this free event, a community "Thank You "from the Friends of the Library. There will be (as advertised)
Two Room School Travels Abroad to Orcas!
Two Room School will appear at Agave Restaurant on Saturday, Dec. 1 By Kathy Lunde Please join us Saturday, December 1 as Agave Restaurant in Eastsound welcomes Two Room School, traveling all the way from Shaw Island! This talented group of young musicians is drawing rave reviews from
Letter to the Editor: ORS/The Exchange Thanks County Council
Esteemed County Council members, Thank you for your vote of confidence in ORS at Tuesday's County Council meeting. We understand that you are entrusting to us and our partners a set of services that are absolutely vital to the County. We are honored to be given this opportunity and responsibility
Orca Whale Protection at Risk
By Joe Copeland From Crosscut.com A conservative legal foundation has won a National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration review of endangered species protections for Puget Sound's beloved orcas. NOAA FIsheries said this morning that it had accepted the Pacific Legal Foundation's request that it study dropping the Endangered Species Act protection status
