Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
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
Eth-Noh-Tech Announces Summer Internship Positions
Are you a bright, energetic, teenager or college student with the interests in culture and business? Wanting to bring the Arts to rural island communities AND national stages as well? Would you like to learn how to market the Arts to schools, community centers, libraries, and festivals all across the
League of Women Voters Honors SJ Family Resource Center Co-Founder at Annual Meeting
San Juan Community Home Trust Director speaks about Affordable Housing Needs Contributed by Ann Jarrell Twenty-five League of Women Voters San Juan members and guests attended the Annual Meeting luncheon in Friday Harbor on Monday April 11. Lunch at Vinnie's Restaurant was followed by a short business meeting, after which
OPALCO’s Annual Meeting & Election May 14
Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) is a local electric cooperative that is owned and operated by its members. On Saturday, May 14th, the member-owners will exercise their right to elect their Board of Directors. Who is a member of the Co-op? Anyone who receives an OPALCO power bill
Craftsman Corner’s Conditional Use Permit Denied
On April 15, the San Juan County Hearings Examiner, Phil Obrechts, denied the application for a Conditional Use Permit for commercial use for the Craftsman Corner property on the corner of Lovers Land and Enchanted Forest Road in Eastsound. Orcas Power and Saw owner Steve Pearson had applied for the
Ferries’ Peak Season Surcharge Begins May 1
During the ferry system’s busiest months, a peak season surcharge is in effect for vehicles and drivers paying full fare, except for customers utilizing the frequent user multi-ride cards. The peak season is in effect from May 1 through September 30. For detailed fare information, visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/fares.
Improve Your Business with Classes through May
James McCafferty, Business Advisor for the Economic Development Association of Skagit County (EDASC), announces a list of workshops for small business owners. Unless otherwise listed all workshops are at the EDASC offices at 204 West Montgomery. Register on-line at least 24 hours before the workshop at www.skagit.org. April 28 –
Celebrate the Last Snowfall this Spring Weekend
Friday, April 22 Mary Bue at Doe Bay What do songs sound like that come from a girl who: loves seaweed, seals and cats, bartends at a busy breakfast joint, has a bachelor’s in psychology, teaches yoga, used to attend rave parties in the late 90’s, adores Pee Wee’s Playhouse,
Investigating and Honoring Our Marine Heritage
Citizen scientists from Kwiaht, BeachWatchers and the general public participated in Field Research Day today at the Indian Island Marine Health Observatory in Eastsound. They cast a seine net and identified forage fish in the eelgrass meadows near Indian Island. The scientific beach activities are part of the
Point Lawrence Road Project Moves Forward
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Construction is scheduled to begin shortly on the first new bridge to be built in San Juan County in 42 years. Bids were opened last month for the on construction of the new bridge over Cascade Creek on Orcas Island and the contract
April 30 Wine Tasting Event and Auction to Benefit Orcas Montessori
In addition to savory appetizers from local restaurants, and premium wine selected by local expert Chimo Boehm, Orcas musicians will play starring roles at this year’s Spring Auction on April 30, from 6 to 9 PM, at the Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall. Popular music teacher, Mary Giampietro, returns
Ferries to Continue at Current Levels of Service
Ranker, Nelson secure last minute save to ferry service cuts From the State Democrats Office Today, April 20, the Senate passed House Bill 1175, the state's two-year transportation budget. Until this afternoon, the proposed plan included over $4 million in cuts to ferry services. Thanks to actions led by Senators
