Here’s a thought…
“When the last tree is cut, the last fish is caught, and the last river is polluted; when to breathe the air is sickening, you will realize, too late, that wealth is not in bank accounts and that you can’t eat money.”
ALANIS OBOMSAWIN
House Moves to OPAL with Henigson Donation
Earlier this morning, a house donated by Bob and Phyllis Henigson of Deer Harbor was moved to a storage space in Eastsound. The OPAL Community Land Trust will store the house prior to a move to Oberon Lane where it will be renovated to provide another permanently affordable
Severson’s Eligibility for Charter Review Commissioner Challenged
From the Office of the County Auditor The County Auditor’s Office has received a challenge to the eligibility of candidate Laura Jo Severson to run for Charter Review Commissioner. The challenge, submitted by Shari and Harold Harrison, alleges that Ms. Severson does not meet the five-year residency requirement included in
Sun, Books, Fun, Food, and Quilt = Orcas Library Fair
Saturday, August 13, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sixty-nine degrees is the forecast for Saturday. It is expected to be sunny and pleasant—the ideal Pacific Northwest setting for the 55th Orcas Library Fair at the Village Green. The festivities officially begin when the ribbon is cut to allow
Guest Column: Making the San Juans an Arts Destination!
By Teddy Deane for the San Juan Arts Council Here we are in the beautiful San Juan Islands, one of the most picturesque and precious environments in the United States or anywhere; a place where the surroundings alone energize us. What a wonderful home for artists of all flavors to
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Gala a Spirited, Scrumptious Success
What a Gala Celebration it was on July 22nd! The Orcas Center was all decked out in silver and sparkles to celebrate the silver anniversary of our building. Honored guests for the evening included over half of the people on the Board 25 years ago: Duff Andrews, Velma Doty, Jay
Art Auction an Afternoon Highlight at the Library Fair
By Sue Lamb Saturday August 13 at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, August 13th the Annual Silent Art Auction will take place at the Library Fair. If you have always wanted to own an artwork by Heidi Lindberg, Frank Loudin, Joe Floren or Glenna Richards here is your opportunity. The Silent Bidding
Fire Danger Throughout San Juan County Increases From “Low” to “Moderate”
By County Fire Marshal Steve Marler With this long stretch of warm sunny days, the risk of a potentially damaging fire has begun to increase. While many parts of the County are still showing the effects of the delayed start of summer weather, other areas of the islands are starting
Orcas Storybird Tells Tales After Music in the Park
Sunday, August 14 about 7 p.m. After the music dies on Sunday night, August 14, around 7 p.m., come gather together with Antoinette Botsford ("Storybird"), for a program of creepy stories. Botsford will tell tales that explore the dark in the woods, the bravery of people facing strange and
Special Council Meeting to Discuss Critical Area Ordinance Aug. 16
From the County Council Clerk Tuesday, August 16 at 8:45 a.m. in Friday Harbor NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct an EARLY START SPECIAL MEETING in the Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 beginning at 8:45
Cancer Support Group to Meet this Thursday
By Sue Lewis Thursday, August 11 at 5 p.m. Cancer Support Group is a confidential no-cost group that meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month in the Fireside Room of Orcas Island Community Church. If you, or anyone you know, is dealing with issues related to cancer, please come
Create Peace by Living Peace with Arun Gandhi
By Leonie Van Gelder Tuesday, August 16 - Friday, August 19 Arun Gandhi, a grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, belongs to the rapidly vanishing generation who lived with and learned directly from Mahatma Gandhi. He will be facilitating a workshop at Indralaya that will explore what it means to live a
Chamber Music Festival Previewed Tonight on Radio
KING-FM at 98.1 Previews Festival Tonight! (Aug. 9) Momentum is building for the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, which begins Friday, August 12th. The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival gets off to a very public start this week when it’s previewed on KING-FM, 98.1. Announcer Sean MacLean will
20th Annual Wildlife 100 Tour of the San Juans Benefits Orcas Rec
Sunday, August 14, 6 a.m. Wildlife Cycles will be hosting their 20th annual Wildlife 100 tour of the San Juan Islands. Your $10 donation goes to Orcas Island Recreational Program, which provides year-round activities for youth, teens, adults, and families. Orcas Rec is currently not receiving any money from the
Traffic Advisory for House Move from Deer Harbor to Eastsound
Scheduled for early Thursday morning, August 11 On Thursday, August 11 between about 5 a.m. and 9 a.m., Nickel Bros. House Movers is scheduled to transport a one-story house from Deer Harbor to Eastsound. Bob and Phyllis Henigson have donated the building to OPAL Community Land Trust. The structure will
New Week, New Things To Do
Tuesday, August 9 Chamber Music Festival, Music and Poetry: Music Lovers' Seminar. 6 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, Eastsound. Open Mic. The Lower Tavern. Starting at 8:30-ish. Wednesday, August 10 Brown Bag Lunch Concert at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. This week: Orcatrazz Swing Band. Noon. Fur and Feathers 4-H Dinner
Islanders Can Make Peace Island Medical Center Their Own
By Amy Cloud of PeaceHealth Inscribed bricks and dedicated garden benches will provide personal messages and memorials from Islanders at the new PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. The bricks will cover the outdoor plaza adjacent to the main lobby and the garden benches will provide outdoor respites
