Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Nicholas LaLiberte Service on Sunday August 1
From the Parent-Teacher-Student Association There will be a Memorial Service to remember and celebrate the life of young Nicholas LaLiberte at the Community Church on Sunday, August 1st at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome, particularly those teachers and friends of Nick, Alisha or William. The family needs our community's help
Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Facts
From San Juan County Health Department What is it? Pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes a severe cough. Symptoms • Symptoms appear 6 to 21 (average 7-10) days after exposure to an infected person. • Pertussis may start with cold symptoms or simply a dry cough followed
Whooping Cough Coming Around Again?
County Health Official Reports Pertussis Cases By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager San Juan County Health Official Dr. Frank James reports that the County Health Department has received reports of three local cases of Pertussis (“Whooping Cough”) this month. He urges all County residents to make sure that their
Fire Danger Rated “Moderate” Throughout County
From Fire Marshal Steve Marler The fire danger rating is being raised from “Low” to “Moderate” throughout San Juan County effective Thursday, July 22nd. The change was implemented by the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s office in cooperation with the fire protection districts serving Orcas, San Juan, Lopez and Shaw
Guest Opinion: National Oceanic Policy Modeled on Washington State Precedent
"Tool for balancing and regulating the multiple uses of shoreline and aquatic lands" is signed into law From State Senator Kevin Ranker's Office After President Barack Obama signed an executive order establishing the first-ever national ocean policy on July 20, state Sen. Kevin Ranker, D- San Juan, said
Truckstop Honeymoon Stops at Doe Bay Cafe this Sunday
Doe Bay Cafe Hosts Truckstop Honeymoon on Sunday, July 25th at 8 p.m. Truckstop Honeymoon play tough, funny, hi-octane songs about interstates, pinball arcades and true love. Katie Euliss pounds a doghouse bass, while Mike West punishes a banjo mercilessly.Together they charm festival crowds and drive roadhouse drinkers
Art, Sailing and Soccer Fill the Orcas Rec Schedule
Be sure to register in advance for these upcoming Orcas Rec Programs Go to www.orcasrec.org for a detailed list of all of Orcas Rec programs Funky Art Fun! When: July 24th (1-3 p.m.) Free craft activities for kids! Where: Farmers Market at the Village Green Cost: Free Mosaics Fun! When:
Celebrate the Summer Gala-Style, Under the Orcas Sun
Proceeds from Gala Fund-Raiser will help continue Arts Education Project The Orcas Center “Gala” is its annual party, held under mild summer skies outdoors, to celebrate Center patrons and to raise funds for Center programs. Through the years, the “Gala” has entertained with Country barbecue parties and “Asleep
Calling All Trash Artists & Monitors for County Fair
By Helen Venada SJC Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator The recycling rate for the 2009 County Fair was 11.2%. Could we do even better this year to pump up that recycling rate? We’re looking for some bold and adventurous volunteers to be “Trash Monitors.” These good folks (young and
National Author Jim Lynch Sailing to Orcas
Olympia resident and national best selling author Jim Lynch will be at Darvill's Bookstore on Tuesday, July 27, at 7 p.m. to read from his latest novel, Border Songs. Lynch's visit to Darvill's is one stop on a sailing book tour through the San Juans on his 1970 Bristol 32. Border Songs was picked
Land Bank Hosts Another Judd Cove Preserve Guided Interpretive Walk
The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to a Guided Interpretive Walk at the Judd Cove Preserve. Join Ruthie Dougherty, local historian Boyd Pratt, and Steve Cohan on a walk to explore the preserve’s natural and cultural history, including the lime quarry and kiln located on the property.
Guest Opinion: Orcas Alumni and Teacher Speaks to Bond Issues
By Corey Wiscomb After reading both Janet Knowles’ guest column and Chris Bultler’s letter to the Editor in the July 7th, 2010 issue of The Sounder I felt compelled to reply to statements made by the authors that attacked the necessity of the upcoming school bond. In a thankful way
The Week Ahead: Summer in Full Swing!
Monday, July 19 Tuesday, July 20 Hot Dogs & S’Mores About the Bond” Potluck at Cascade Lake at 5:30 p.m. The Vote YES! For Schools Committee invites the community to a "Hot Dogs & S'mores about the Bond" BBQ at the Cascade Lake Shelter in Moran Park. Bring your family
Woodsong Arts and Music Festival Next Weekend
The 12th Annual Woodsong Arts and Music Festival, a grassroots outdoor summer festival, returns to Orcas Island beginning this Thursday, July 22. Thursday, July 22 5 - 10 p.m.: Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the music. Jan Krist / The Rare Exceptions / Patrice O'Neill & Hilary Field /
LWV Candidates Forum Fills Orcas Senior Center
The League of Women Voters (LWV) of the San Juans sponsored the Candidates’ Forum at the Orcas Island Senior Center last night, where an audience of about 90 heard from five Sheriff’s Candidates, three candidates for U.S. Congress, four candidates for retiring State Representative Dave Quall’s position, and two surrogates
A Full Saturday Before Music in the Park on Sunday
Saturday, July 17 Olga Daze annual event in Olga, beginning at 10 a.m. Olga Daze will start out with fresh cooked Maple Bars and coffee, followed by grilled hot dogs, Italian Sausages, piping hot baked potatoes, homemade Strawberry Shortcake and soft drinks and lemonade. Parade at noon, led by Sandy
