Here’s a thought…
“When is the time we all get to eat cake? I don’t want to miss it!”
ANONYMOUS
Guest Column: Thunder Makes for a Scairdy-Dog Story
By Bea vonTobel Last night, or rather this morning, thunder and lightning started through the area, reminding me of summers growing up in Ohio. We had house guests, long-time family friends, who had come for their now-annual visit. When the boomers started around 1am, one cat took refuge next to
Letter to the Editor: Children’s House Thanks All Participants in Mayoral Election
Congratulations to our new Mayor Murphy, the Portuguese Water Dog! And a huge thanks to all of the supporters, candidates, voters and businesses that helped make the Children’s House 4th Annual Honorary Mayoral Race a success. Voters spent more than $3,500 in support of our Toddler and Preschool programs. The
Prosecuting Attorney Refutes “Service Level” Approach in Budget Crunch
By Randall Gaylord, San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney Following are the County Prosecutor Randall Gaylord’s remarks to the San Juan County Council on July 12, 2012, regarding reductions to the prosecutor’s budget: “Objections to a ‘Service Level’ Approach to the Prosecutor’s Budget.” At your request, in May I prepared
Gaylord Argues in Favor of Public Safety Tax
Following are the prepared remarks of San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney Randall Gaylord Presented to the San Juan County Council on July 10, 2012: “On the Public Safety Sales Tax and Early 2013 Budget Discussion” I support the public safety sales tax. There are three aspects of it that
Sunny Weekend Ahead: Aren’t We Lucky?
Friday, July 13 Show opening reception for Annual Crow Valley Potter's Fest from 4 to 7 pm at "The Cabin". Live music (classical guitar by Joe Miller! & tasty treats too! Varied works of 50 potters. Call 376-4260 & visit us at www.crowvalley.com Deer Harbor Community Potluck at the Community
OIFR Responds to Fire on Turtleback Mountain
By Kevin O'Brien On the morning of July 13, 2012 at 4:04 a.m., Orcas Island Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a fire on Turtleback Mountain following an electrical storm that passed over Orcas. On location, crews found a small smoldering fire located on the East side of
Chamber Music Festival at 15 Years: Partnership with Library Enhances Outdoor Concert
Jack Prelutsky, whimsical children's poet. Photo by Yuen Lui By Margie Doyle "Carnival of the Animals" highlighted with two pianos and children's poet at Chamber Music Festival's Concert on the Village Green The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is partnering with the public library to make sure the
Orcas Shuttle Bus Back
From the San Juan Scenic Byway Project Missed the bus? No time to pick up friends at the ferry? Too busy to give relatives the island tour? Arrived by private boat or airplane? Don’t worry! An Orcas shuttle bus is back this summer with a bonus: two travelers can ride
“Five Lights by Sea” Special Tour
From Eclipse Charters Lighthouse enthusiasts and nature lovers! Eclipse Charters is offering the "Five Lights By Sea" tour July 14 at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Orcas Express. Travel through the heart of killer whale country; most Lighthouse trips see them, as well as lots of other wildlife
BODãLO TRIO Brown Bag to Play Tangos
By Louellen McCoy Tangos and Milongas by Piazzolla, Albeniz, Ginastera, and jazz musician and composer Fred Hersch are on the program for the Wednesday July 18 Brown Bag Concert, noon at Emmanuel Church. Members of the BODãLO TRIO are Bob Littlewood, clarinet, Dale Heisinger, cello and Louellen McCoy, piano. Joining
Dog Agility Course Offered on Orcas
Lesley Liddle has the Dog Agility course up and running over at Camp Orkila this summer. To be eligible to participate your dog must have basic obedience skills and be non-aggressive around other people and animals. If you wish to join the group please contact Lesley at 376 6220 for
Solid Waste Meeting on Orcas Cancelled
From the San Juan County Department of Public Works The Vendor Selection Committee meeting for the Orcas Island Solid Waste Site scheduled for Friday, July 13, 2012 at the Orcas Landing Conference Room has been cancelled. There have been no changes made for the remaining published meetings.
World War II Memories at the Senior Center
Leo "Bud" Kempfer and Robert Butler on R & R in Rockhampton, Australia. Collection of Jacqueline Kempfer By Jacqueline Kempfer A new exhibit, "WORLD WAR II, Memories and Memorabilia" is now on display through July 29th in the Betty Lundeen Room of the Orcas Island Senior Center.
Guest Column: How Coal Trains Could Choke NW’s Economic Engines
From Crosscut.com By Floyd McKay "A new study of rail transportation problems associated with the transport of millions of tons of coal from the Powder River Basin of Wyoming and Montana to proposed export terminals in the Pacific Northwest was released today in Montana, citing "a huge, huge increase in
“Ocean Frontiers” Showing in Friday Harbor
Wednesday, July 18th, from 6-8 p.m. at Friday Harbor Labs Commons From the San Juan County Marine Resources Committee The San Juan Marine Resources Committee and the Friday Harbor Labs invite the public to a showing of "Ocean Frontiers: The Dawn of a New Era in Ocean Stewardship," on Wednesday,
Canine Capers: Cars and Dogs – Conclusion
By Lesley Liddle Lesley Liddle is a certified service and pet dog trainer. First Mate Lulu is a Corgi/Red Heeler with spots like a baby harbor seal; Crewman Leonard is a Chihuahua/Doxie with tall ears like a rabbit. Both dogs have very short legs and were originally found in California
