Here’s a thought…
“If you don’t vote you don’t exist. It is the only place where we’re all equal, the voting booth.”
GLORIA STEINEM
Will Your Home Brew Be The “Best of the Fest”?
By Madie Murray The organizers of the Second Annual Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival to be held on Saturday, May 12, is looking for anyone on Orcas who feels they have home brewed the best cider, mead or anything in between (sorry, no beers) and would like
Nominate an Island Steward
From the Stewardship Network of the San Juans Do you have a friend or neighbor that you’ve noticed takes exceptional care of their land? Perhaps you know a teacher that inspires their students to understand and care for the environment or a business that has been a leader in sustainable
April Poetry: The Way We Get Along
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. The Way We Get Along Maddening comfort familial ties razor soft waves roll gentle anger and warlike tenderness shape us. Sandmade chess board
Alumni Regatta at Cascade Lake this Saturday
Saturday, April 7, 10:00 a.m., Cascade Lake The “Alumni Regatta” is open to all rowers, but there is an especially warm welcome to alumni of the junior rowing program. This annual regatta is a series of short sprint races. Each race is a single length of Cascade Lake, a mere
Master Gardeners’ Spring Gardening Workshop
from Lenore Bayuk It's spring and time to think about gardens! The San Juan County Master Gardeners invite you to the Spring Gardening Workshop on April 21 in the Friday Harbor Middle School. Graham Kerr, internationally known author, chef ("Galloping Gourmet") and speaker will headline the event. Want to know
Will You Be Out with the Sun this Easter Weekend?
See Eastsound Churches for information about Easter Observances: holy-week-events-at-orcas-island-community-church emmanuel-episcopal-parish-observes-holy-week-and-easter Friday, April 6 Betsy Nelson Art Exhibit Opening Reception at the Orcas Center. 5:30 to 7 p.m. 'The Lorax' on-screen at the Seaview TheaterFriday & Saturday at 7:30 pm The 3D-CGI feature Dr. Seuss' The Lorax is an adaptation of Dr.
Sound Stewards Needed for Habitat Restoration
Free Training Begins April 13-14 in Deer Harbor From San Juan Islands Scenic Byway Partnership People For Puget Sound is bringing a Sound Stewardship program to Orcas Island. Class topics will include an introduction to shoreline ecology, native plant identification, invasive plant control techniques, maintenance and monitoring protocols, and volunteer
David Roth Returns to Sing at the Senior Center
Friday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Island Senior Center By Bill Buchan Thoughtful, touching melodies on guitar or piano, sometimes laced with humor, always making you think—singer/songwriter David Roth returns to Orcas Island Friday, April 13, 7:30 pm at the Senior Center. Some years back,
April Poetry: Ordinary Joys
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. Ordinary Joys All afternoon - We worked in the garden While the tulip petals fell Beneath the crabapple snow In that corner by
Council Approves National Monument Designation for BLM Lands
From the San Juan Preservation Trust Om Tuesday, April 3, the San Juan County Council unanimously approved a resolution to support a National Monument designation for the properties owned by the federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in the San Juan Islands. Over 50 people attended this hearing in person
Holy Week events at Orcas Island Community Church
Holy Week events at Orcas Island Community Church include: Friday, April 6 6:30 PM Good Friday Service (A focus on the cross of Jesus Christ) Saturday, April 7 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday Day of Preparation and Waiting Sanctuary is open for quiet mediation and prayer) Sunday, April 8 9 AM
Tuck & Patti! April 12!
April 12th at 7:30 p.m . The Orcas Center By Donna Laslo Either you’re a fan or you haven’t seen them perform. The husband and wife duo Tuck & Patti have been touring the world and wowing audiences for over three decades. From their beautifully composed originals to
Stephen Ministry Meets with Cancer Support Group
Thursday, April 12 at 5 p.m. at Orcas Island Community Church By Carol Kulminski What do you say when a friend or loved one tells you they have cancer? Finding ways to be understanding, compassionate, and supportive can be challenging to the caregiver. Everybody is different and many can be
Manon from the Met — Live in High Definition
Sunday April 8 at 2 p.m. at the Orcas Center The Met: Live in HD bring Massenet's Manon Lescaut to Orcas opera-lovers this Sunday, with Anna Netrebko starring in the title, tragic role. "The great and glamorous Anna Netrebko makes Manon her own... With her rich, gleaming sound
Guest Opinion: For Those Who Are Poetry-Shy
By Stephen Guy Congratulations to Orcas Issues on the celebration of Orcas Island poets and poetry through the month of April. This showcase of island artistry will enjoy an avid readership among the many poetry devotees on the rock. But I want to speak to the good people of Orcas
April Poetry: bright cry
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. bright cry light of searing magnitude crosses unmarked borders into this here and now the eye of my emotions still dilates to darkness
