Here’s a thought…
“If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don’t have to worry about the answers.”
THOMAS PYNCHON
Chair Yoga
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Join us for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 10:45 am. No chair yoga Tuesday, April 2. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for
Sheriff’s Report | March 27 – April 2, 2024
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 24-001708 Citizen Assist 11:07:11 03/27/24 A Friday Harbor man was trespassed from a private residence. A trespass letter was served in person. 24-001718 Court Order Violation 15:10:40 03/27/24 A Deputy on San Juan Island responded to a report of
New research shows curtailing Chinook Salmon ocean fisheries will promote Southern Resident Orca & wild Chinook recovery
||| FROM EMMA HELVERSON for WILD FISH CONSERVANCY ||| This week, new research was published in the journal of Communications Earth & Environment sounding a grave warning for endangered Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW) and highlighting urgent conservation measures necessary to stem their pending extinction. While projecting rapid population collapse
Letter to Editor | Good leadership means making the right choices at the right time
||| FROM CINDY WOLF , DISTRICT #2 COUNTY COUNCILOR ||| Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your District #2 County Councilor for the 2021-2024 term. After giving careful thought to some recent family health news, I have made the hard decision not to run this year. I am
Congratulations to Orcas Community Resource Center
||| FROM HILARY CANTY ||| Congratulations to the Orcas Community Resource Center (OCRC) for being recognized as the Vital Service Provider of 2024 by the Chamber of Commerce. OCRC acts as the hub for social services and subsidies, connecting neighbors to medical, dental, and mental health services, housing support, utility
Ukulele Kanikipila
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Experience the joy of making music at Ukulele Kanikipila, Hawaiian for "play music," every Monday from 1 to 3 pm at Orcas Senior Center. This gathering is open to everyone with an interest in playing music for two hours each week.
Letter to Editor | Necessity of proposed levy is why I support it
||| FROM MILLY VETTERLEIN ||| In my 20 years on island I have used OIFD services twice and with a firm intention to stay put for my last decade I am voting enthusiastically for THIS proposed levy. We ARE an island. "Neighbors Helping Neighbors" is not just a slogan, but
WSF Weekly Report | Waste management; Colman Dock; WSDOT Worker Memorial; Kudo
||| FROM STEVE NEVEY for WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from Steve At Washington State Ferries, we are privileged to sail daily through the picturesque waters of the Salish Sea, enveloped by its breathtaking scenery. Preserving this environment for future generations is integral to our mission. That’s why we
Warning issued over Orca extinction
||| FROM NEWSWEEK ||| Southern Resident orcas are facing an accelerating risk of extinction, a new study has found. The study, published in Nature, reports that the population, which lives in areas across Alaska, Washington state, Oregon and California, is declining by one percent every year. The killer whales are under threat
Occam’s Razor | Our island, our world through the eyes, pen of S.C. Watson
Welcome to our weekly feature, Occam's Razor, from local artist S.C. Watson.
Ballots for OIFR levy will arrive soon
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Only registered voters in the Orcas Island Fire District will receive a ballot for the 2024 April Special Election. Voters may return their ballots to the drop box at the Orcas Senior Center or by mail for free using the prepaid envelopes included
Meditation Group
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||\ Julia Summers leads a weekly meditation group at Orcas Senior Center every Tuesday at 1 pm. Regardless of prior experience, Julia extends a warm invitation to all, emphasizing inclusivity by operating the sessions on a donation basis. With open hearts, she
Orcas Money Smart nears completion of year two
||| FROM MEGAN EHRMANTROUT for ORCAS COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER ||| April is National Financial Literacy Month and the Resource Center is excited to share that our Orcas Money Smart financial literacy program is nearing completion of its second year. Throughout this nine month program, volunteer mentors teach participants the basics
Library Featured Artist for April
||| FROM ANDREA COHEN for ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY ||| In April, the Orcas Island Library’s “Art in the Library” series will feature an exhibit of paintings, prints and sculpture by artist Ponch Immel. Ponch recalls, “At the age of three, while drawing and sculpting sand at the beach in Minnesota
Artworks Featured Artist for April
||| FROM BJ ARNOLD for ORCAS ISLAND ARTWORKS ||| The Orcas Island Artworks is pleased have Stephanie Clair as our Featured Artist for April! Stephanie is described as an artist of the people; dreamy landscapes, lovers, musicians, and families fill her canvases. Her bright colors, positive reflections and soulful moments
Magic Show
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Experience the Enchantment of Henry 'Oz - German Magician at Orcas Senior Center on Wednesday, April 10, at 1 pm for an extraordinary display of magic and comedy. Henry 'Oz will captivate you with his mesmerizing illusions, bringing laughter and wonder
