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
Guest Opinion: Port Should Find Funding Other Than New Marina
by Jim Ekberg, Olga The Port Authority is seeking new funding to replace the dwindling income from previous FAA subsidies. They are considering acquiring the county dock at the foot of Madrona point for the establishment of a marina to directly serve Eastsound with marine services. They would thus
Orcas Island Hosts Its First Artists Studio Tour
THREE-DAY STUDIO TOUR For three days this month, Friday August 19 through Sunday August 21, you will have a unique opportunity to visit the working studios of 28 premier Orcas Island Artists. Twenty-eight premier Orcas Island artists and craftspeople will welcome the public into their working studios for
School Board Votes on Reductions and a Levy
Submitted by Keith Whitaker Business Manager, Orcas Island School District At the regular Board meeting on Thursday, July 28, the Board approved the resolution adopting the budget for the 2011-12 school year. Due to continuing reductions in State revenue, the budget included some reductions in most programs, district-wide, including 4-plus
Chamber Music Festival “Grows” Audiences of All Ages
Consider Sophie Parker, 12-year-old daughter of Jon Kimura Parker and Aloysia Friedmann, who illustrates how curiosity and an open mind enhance musical audiences of all ages. Those who first heard Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring” when watching Disney’s original “Fantasia” (1940 and re-released mid-1950s) may well wonder what
John Friedmann to Read Celan’s Poetry August 6
All are welcome to join in a special presentation of the poetry of Paul Celan August 6 at the Orcas Public Library, from 1 to 3 p.m. John Friedmann will read from his translations, present a biographical and historical context for the poems, and describe his work as a translator.
Full Schedule of Events As We Head into August
MONDAY, August 1 San Juan County offices closed for employee furloughs. Port of Orcas Special Meeting. Noon. "This is Lizzard" Outdoor Concert, The Trading Company at 6:30 p.m. TUESDAY, August 2 Orcas StoryFest: Wit, Wiley Ways, and Wisdom. Senior Center, 1:00 p.m. FREE Open Mic. Lower Tavern at 8:30-ish. WEDNESDAY,
Radio Show with the Midnight Mystery Players Returns
Campbell’s Mystery Hour Aug. 6 at the Orcas Center See live radio created before your eyes, complete with sound effects created on the spot! Campbell’s Mystery Hour is presented by The Bellingham based “live radio” Midnight Mystery Players, which returns to Orcas Center after their last popular appearance
Town Hall Meetings Planned to Review CAO Update
From the San Juan County Council Clerk's Office A Special Public Meeting will be held on Friday, August 5 when County Council Members Richard Fralick, District 4, Orcas West and Patty Miller, District 5, Orcas East, will host the first of three Town Hall Meetings on the Update of the
Opera Encore Series concludes with Verdi’s “Don Carlo”
The Met: Live in HD 2011 Summer Encore Series ends Aug. 5 Enjoy the sixth and final opera of the Summer Encore series, Verdi’s Don Carlo, from the award-winning program The Met: Live in HD, on Friday, August 5th at 7: 30 pm. “I think 'Don Carlo' is
“Trying” Performance Offers Tender, Touching Moments
A review by Lin McNulty When the new job is difficult, and the new boss is irksome, what's a salty young Canadian woman from Saskatoon to do? Well, if she wants the job, she keeps trying. When the new employee is inexperienced and outspoken, what's the aging, irascible
Port to Hold Special Meeting on Work Stoppage
From the Port of Orcas You may have noticed that construction activity at the Orcas Island Airport has stopped, and that machinery has been removed from the construction site. The original contract included a limited amount of unsuitable excavation and quarry spall replacement quantities ($11,300). To date, completion of some
Error on Lopez Primary Ballots
By Milene Henley, County Auditor A printing and proofing error has occurred on the primary election ballots sent to Lopez Island voters. Ken Knutsen, Suzanne Berry and Stephen K. Adams are candidates for Port of Lopez Commissioner Position 2. The ballot incorrectly identifies the position as Position 3. The top
Furlough Closes County Offices on August 1
Most County offices will be closed due to budget-related employee furloughs on Monday August 1. Emergency and state mandated services will remain open. Those include the Courts, Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, County Clerk, Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Dispatch. Due to operating schedules, the furlough closure day for the Lopez Island Solid
OPALCO Board Adjusts Non-Residential Tariffs to Share Costs Fairly for All Co-op Members
At the July 21st OPALCO board meeting, the Board approved rate increases for the Pump Service and Commercial Service Tariffs as a part of a four-year adjustment process to bring all rates up to cost of service. The Commercial Tariff is in its third year of adjustment; the Pump Service
Letter to the Editor: Business Advertising on the Tank?
Couldn’t help noticing, as I passed by the Tank yesterday on my way home, that someone has painted a sign for a retail establishment on the Tank! Remarkable! This is a beloved community ‘bulletin board’, not a retail marketing venue. All I can say to “Passionate For Pies” is…..really?? You’re
Goodfellow Gives $20,000 to Fire District
Clyde Duke's Gift of Service Honored with Donation By Hilary Canty The Orcas Island community has a strong tradition of neighbors caring for neighbors. Malcolm Goodfellow experienced this last winter when his cabin’s roof failed during a mighty winter storm. Clyde Duke came to the rescue, making the repairs and
