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
Medicine Take-Back Day Observed Everyday at Ray’s Pharmacy
On Saturday, April 30, the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be holding its second National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. At multiple locations across the country DEA-sponsored events will be held. On Orcas Island, however, Rick and Marlace Hughes of Ray's Pharmacy have expanded the local take-back mission for
Opening Night for Local Playwrights’ Festival Tomorrow at the Grange
By Ron Herman It's that time of year again. The Actors Theater of Orcas Island will present the Sixth Annual local Playwrights’ Festival. The festival was created to encourage local island talent to show off their skills and to challenge islanders to develop skills in writing, acting and directing. As
Library Storytimes at the Farmers Market
Beginning on Saturday, May 7, the Orcas Island Public Library's Saturday storytimes will be held on the Village Green at 11:30 a.m. during the Farmers Market season. Look for the green umbrella and join us for some entertaining stories. In case of wet or stormy weather, storytimes will be held
Caring Bridge Site Connects Peter Rutledge with Friends and Well-Wishers
Contributed by Kathi Anderson Peter Rutledge, a 1997 graduate of Orcas High School, is being treated for a brain tumor at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. The results of the biopsy are not known yet. He can be reached at the caringbridge.org/visit/peterrutledge website where he also posts his progress
Wilks Speak at Land Management Meeting with Interior Secretary Salazar
Orcas residents Denise and Daniel Wilk attended a public meeting with U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, to discuss the San Juan Islands and the Bureau of Land Management Wednesday, April 27 in Anacortes. The meeting was sponsored by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. Its purpose was to
Citizens Petition Drive to Renew the Land Bank Begins
A group of citizens from across San Juan County have formed an official Ballot Committee to help gather signatures to place the renewal of the Land Bank on the November 2011 County ballot. Signature-gatherers will be asking their friends, neighbors and other registered voters to sign the Petition that will authorize placing
Cheri Peters: Celebrating Life in Recovery
By Wendy Shinstine Smith Cheri Peters travels the world expressing knowledge and testimony with the encouragement people crave. She is featured on a radio program as well as on an ongoing TV program hosted by 3abn. She invites guest speakers to her shows who have medical knowledge and
American Legion Scholarship Fund Seeks Contributions
By Judi Resch for the American Legion Auxiliary Each year, at this time, we reach out to the community (businesses and individuals) requesting contributions for the Voyle Martin American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 93 Annual Scholarship Fund Drive. The Auxiliary awards four scholarships that are supported by this fund: The
Join the Parade to ‘Celebrate the Arts’ with Orcas Chamber
Orcas Artists Frank & Jan Loudin To Be Grand Marshals at July 2 Parade By Lance Evans, Executive Director, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce “Celebrate the Arts” is the theme for the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Community Parade scheduled for Saturday, July 2 in Eastsound. “Not a day goes by
Healing Arts Fair is This Weekend
By Anita Holladay The practitioners of the Healing Arts Center are excited to offer our Spring Healing Arts Fair, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, and Sunday, May 1. Treat your mind, body, and spirit right this spring by receiving a session with one of our
Mt Baker Road & Trail Improvement Project Update
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Design work, permitting, and right-of-way acquisition are underway on the Orcas Island Mt. Baker Road and Trail Improvement project. The design is 60% complete and environmental permitting will get underway next month. Construction is scheduled for next year. San Juan County received a
The Week Ahead: Playfest, Wine Tasting, Men’s Breakfast, Meetings & More Will Keep You Busy!
Tuesday, April 26 Orcas Medical Center Foundation Annual Meeting. Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend the annual meeting of this non-profit organization. There will be a presentation and discussion about the future of health care on Orcas Island, followed by light refreshments, in the Madrona Room at Orcas
Historian Talks About US Place in the Modern World
The Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series continues Sunday, May 1, with a presentation by historian David M. Kennedy, “A Tale of Three Cities: How the United States Won WWII and Made the Modern World.” The lecture is scheduled for 7:30 pm at Orcas Center. David M. Kennedy is both
Letter to the Editor: Japan Benefit Concert a Success
The Japan Benefit Concert starring Susan Osborn and Orcas A Cappella was held at the Deer Harbor Community Club this past Saturday afternoon. It was a resounding success attracting a large crowd and $ 1850.00 in donations to help the people of Sendai, Japan recover from the recent Earthquake and Tsunami.
Letter to the Editor: Protect the Earth with Safe Waste Disposal
Dear Islanders, You can celebrate Earth Week by participating in this weekend’s Hazardous Waste Collections at your county solid waste facility: Orcas Island - Saturday, April 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lopez Island – Sunday, May 1, from noon to 3 p.m. San Juan Island’s collection event will
LWV Asks: Are the Times A-Changin’? at May 2 Meeting in Friday Harbor
The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters San Juans for their monthly membership meeting Monday, May 2nd at noon in the Friday Harbor library on Guard St. The format is a panel discussion the topic of which is "Civil Discourse: ARE the times A-Changin?" A five member panel
