Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Volunteer Technical Advisors Sought by County for Shoreline Update
Request for Qualifications for Assistance with Technical Review of the San Juan County Shoreline Master Program Update Documents San Juan County requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from citizens interested in volunteering for appointment to the Shoreline Master Program update Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). The committee is tasked with reviewing documents
The Weekend: Make Hay While the Sun Shines
Friday April 29 Cheri Peters will share her recovery from drug abuse story and insights. 4-6 pm at Orcas Christian School (107 Enchanted Forest Rd, Eastsound) - community presentation with soup,salad and bread. 'Source Code' on-screen at the Seaview Theater, Friday through Monday at 7:30 p.m. When decorated soldier Captain Colter
What’s with the Chicks and the Egg?
When the board members of the Orcas Island Education Foundation (OIEF) were pondering what shape to use for local artists to turn into masterpieces this year for the Eighth Annual Food for Thought Benefit, the egg was a natural...especially when they had changed the date from a week
Smaller Sealth to Run Next Week
From Washington State Ferries Due to scheduled vessel maintenance, the 90-car Sealth will replace the 144-car Hyak for one week beginning Saturday, April 30. Please plan to arrive at the terminal early and anticipate overloads, especially on the following sailings: 2:40 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. from Anacortes; 8:05 a.m., 11:05
Women’s Spring Luncheon with Inspirational Speaker
The Orcas Island Community Church is happy to invite you to the annual Women’s Spring Luncheon. This event will be held at 11:30 a..m on Saturday, May 7, 2011 at Rosario's Discovery House. Our lunch this year will be catered by Ryan and Matthew Carpenter, chefs at Deer Harbor Restaurant. The featured
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
