Here’s a thought…
“When is the time we all get to eat cake? I don’t want to miss it!”
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Never-ending Summer? The Weekend Ahead
Friday, October 5 Get your art on! The popular Edge Arts alternative group art show returns to Orcas Center and its opening night exhibition promises to be a fabulous evening highlighting some of the best local art and creative folks found on Orcas. The opening starts at 5:30 pm and
League of Women Voters’ Vote411.org Site Makes Democracy Work
From Elisabeth MacNamara, President, League of Women Voters In 1920, the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote became law. In the 92 years since, the League of Women Voters has worked tirelessly to educate and mobilize new voters. We remain fiercely committed to that mission. That’s why we’re
OPAL Honors Lifetime Members at Annual Gala
OPAL honors Lifetime members. From left, seated: Allen Smith, OPAL Board President, Phyllis and Bob Henigson. Standing, from left: Bob Gamble, Michael Brennan, OPAL Executive Director Lisa Byers. In recognition of their long history of active participation and support, Michael Brennan, Bob Gamble and Bob and Phyllis Henigson
Letter to the Editor: The Freeholders Got it Right the First Time
I have been personally involved with San Juan County government since the early 80’s, first as a citizen, then two terms as the elected County Prosecuting Attorney, Freeholder and finally as a County Council Member. I have operated under both the old commissioner form of government and the new charter
Orcas Kids Model For Eddie Bauer Catalog
From Susan Oseth Islanders Charlie Brady, age 10, Flora Lister, age 9 and Beck Mahoney, age 2, were chosen at a casting call on Sunday, September 16 as models for Eddie Bauer's Spring catalog. On Friday, September 21st all three children participated in a photo shoot on Mount Constitution. On
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for a Great Chili Cookoff!
The Chili Cookoff team would like to extend a giant thank you to all who helped make the First Annual Chili Cookoff such a phenomenal success. The day would not have happened without such fantastic support. The day started with a rousing New Orleans style tribute to our recently departed
Come party with Orcas Horns this Saturday!
Saturday, October 6 at Orcas Center -- Orcas Horns on Center Stage at 7:30 pm., Burgers + Brew at 6:00 pm in the Madrona Room The Orcas Horns blowing strong. See them at Orcas Center this Saturday They’re back for their third annual Orcas Center blow-out show, their
Orcas West Council Race: Scott Lancaster’s Profile
A Profile of Scott Lancaster’s bid for Orcas District 4 (Orcas West) County Council position By Margie Doyle (A similar profile of Rick Hughes’ bid for Orcas District 4 (Orcas West) County Council position precedes this article) Scott Lancaster, Orcas family man and retail/wholesale business owner, spoke recently with Orcas
Orcas West Council Race: Rick Hughes’ Profile
A Profile of Rick Hughes’ bid for Orcas District 4 (Orcas West) County Council position: By Margie Doyle (A similar profile of Scott Lancaster’s bid for Orcas District 4 (Orcas West) County Council position follows this article) Rick Hughes, his wife Marlace (nee Fowler) and son Ricky have deep roots
Cherry Point Coal Port’s Environmental Impact Process: Now until Jan. 21
By Floyd McKay, from Crosscut.com It's not exactly your father's design for a public hearing, but the seven public meetings to determine the scope of the giant export terminal at Cherry Point north of Bellingham may better reflect the realities of communication in the 21st century. Citizens interested in the
Vibrant Vegetarian Cooking Club Sprouts on Orcas Island
From Michele Gregg There is an exciting new reason to gather socially on Orcas Island each month--a chance to learn, hands-on, how to easily prepare healthier meals. However, don't let the name Vibrant Vegetarian or Cooking Club fool you; non-vegetarians and people of all skill levels in the kitchen are
Letter to the Editor: Note Dates to Register Opposition for Coal Terminal
A critically important and time-sensitive opportunity related to the proposed Cherry Point Terminal has begun, so please note this set of important dates in our community in the several months. First, the period of public comment for the scoping of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Gateway Pacific
Letter to the Editor: “Review” Does Not Mean “Reverse”
In 2005, 21 volunteers researched the complex workings of our county, and sorted out what was successful from what needed improvement. These county Freeholders acted somewhat like our nation’s Founding Fathers did, when they drafted our federal Constitution. After serious debate and compromise, we received a representative governmental that featured
Library District Holds Hearing on 2013 Budget
The Orcas Island Library District will hold a Public Hearing on the 2013 Budget October 9, 2012 beginning at 9 a.m. in the Library’s Meeting Room. The agenda for this meeting will include discussion on the 2013 General Fund Budget and the 2013 Building Fund Budget. The public is invited
Crossroads Lecture: Energizing the Low-Carbon Future
Dan Kammen will speak on renewable energy systems at the Crossroads Lecture on Sunday, Oct. 7 Sunday, Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. at Orcas Center Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series will host Professor Daniel Kammen, who will present – Energizing the Low-Carbon Future – Sunday, October 7, 2012, 2:00
Guest Column: Original Charter Based on Numbers
By Jeff Bossler A response to Bob Levinson's letter As a former Freeholder, I know how much work went into the proposal for our current Charter of which the citizens approved nearly 2 to 1. Unlike many members of the Charter Review Commission (CRC), I had a perfect attendance record
