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
New County Officials Sworn In This Week
Newcomers Patty Miller of Orcas East and Jamie Stephens, representing Lopez and Shaw Islands, were sworn in as County Council members on Tuesday, Jan. 11, at 10 a.m. Miller took the seat last held by former County Prosecutor Gene Knapp, who retired, and Stephens won in his bid
This Weekend: Robbie Burns, Dr. Martin Luther King and Community Service
Friday, January 14 Robbie Burns Dinner and Deer Harbor Community Potluck, 6:30 p.m. at the Deer Harbor Community Center. Join us for our monthly community potluck, The January 14th potluck theme will be the annual Burns Supper program and entertainment. Please bring a dish to share, your place setting and
Disaster Assistance Available for Small Businesses
From the San Juan County Economic Development Council The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced that San Juan County businesses are now eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans. The loans can offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by excessive rain, frosts, freezes, unseasonably cold weather and high
Letter to the Editor: Prosecutor Won’t See Pay Raise in 2011
Dear Editor: A portion of the prosecutor’s salary is paid by the state and a portion is paid by the county. The county’s portion of the prosecutor’s pay will not change in 2011; it remains at the amount set in 2007, almost four years ago. In my presentation on the
Letter to the Editor: Save Buck Park thru Recreation District
Dear Friends, Many of you know me as I have been a resident of Orcas Island for some time. You may not know that as President of the Board and then the first Executive Director of the Orcas Center I played a key part along with many others in accepting the
“Endings…And New Beginnings” at the Orcas Island Library
“Endings…And New Beginnings” is an evening discussion about coping with a break-up and creating a new life. This discussion will be facilitated by Virginia Erhardt, Ph.D, Licensed Psychologist. There will be two sessions offered. For women, the meeting time will be Thursday, January 27th, 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m., and
Prevention Partnership Plans Meet With Sheriff Nou
First Community Forum of 2011"Draws the Line" Do you have concerns about underage drinking? Do you wonder if we have a drug problem here on Orcas? Do you have questions about law enforcement or the legal ramifications for violation of “social hosting” laws. What are the consequences for adults when
Cancer Support Group Meets Thursday
The Cancer Support Group meets on January 13th at 5:00 pm in the Fireside Room (the building to the left of the Orcas Island Community Church). This is a monthly, no-cost, confidential support group that offers hope, encouragement, resources and inspiration. For more information, call 376-4198.
Self-Hypnosis Class Offered at the Library
“Self-Hypnosis for A Healthier, Slimmer You” will be offered at the Orcas Island Public Library by Virginia Erhardt, Ph.D. This series of four weekly classes for adults will be offered each Thursday in February, beginning February 3rd, from 6 to 8 pm. This course will offer you an opportunity to
San Juan Preservation Trust Acquires 80-acre Preserve on Blakely Island
From the San Juan Preservation Trust It took over six years, but the San Juan Preservation Trust is pleased to announce the addition of a new 80-acre preserve on Blakely Island. Adjacent to 2,310 acres of land already conserved by the Preservation Trust, this spectacular waterfront property -
Letter to the Editor: Craftsman Corner Plantings Healthy and Beautiful
I write in support of Steve Pearson and his current development of Orcas Rental and Saw at the northeast corner of Enchanted Forest Rd and Lovers Lane. I have known Steve for over three years; in that time he has proved to be an unfailingly good neighbor and friend. I
“Putting the King to Bed” Concert — Inaugural Early Music Festival Comes to the San Juans
This coming weekend, the Salish Sea Early Music Festival will present “Putting Louis XIV to Bed: The King's Musicians,” the introductory concert in the 2011 Salish Sea Early Music Festival. In this concert series, musicians will perform early music on period instruments on Lopez, San Juan and Orcas
Friends of the Library Request
This is the time of the year to fill out and send in your membership dues for the Friends of the Orcas Island Library (FOIL) 2011. Your donation makes a difference in the amount we can do for the Library. If you have been involved with any of the events and/or
Letter to the Editor: Craftsman Corner Concerns
Remember the line from the movie “Field of Dreams” that says, “if you build it, he will come?” I’m wondering if the Planning Department has changed that line to, “if they build it, we will adjust regulations to accommodate it?” It’s disheartening to know that the ongoing development project at
National Day of Service Celebration (and Work Party!)
Contributed by Hilary Canty Come join the Orcas Island Community Foundation for National Day of Service in celebration of Martin Luther King. The Foundation is hosting a volunteer party on Monday, January 17th from 11-3 at the public school cafeteria. The entire community is invited to lend a hand and
Restaurants and Unspoiled Nature Give San Juans #2 Ranking in NY Times “Must See” Places
By Sara Dickerman The San Juan Islands were voted number 2 in the top 41 places to see in 2011, as compiled by the New York Times The big draw for the San Juan Islands this year just might be its dining scene. Blaine Wetzel, a former chef at the
