Here’s a thought…
“Old age is no joke, but it can feel like one.”
TAD TOMPKINS
Choral Society carolers eager to warm Orcas spirits
-- from Lynn Baker for Orcas Choral Society -- This year, kick off your holidays with real, old-fashioned Christmas spirit, as carolers from the Orcas Choral Society raise a joyful noise at three free Eastsound events. “We love to sing, and carols are especially joyful,” said Lynn Baker, Choral Society
Children’s handmade crafts to be featured in this upcoming holiday market
Saturday, November 30, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Rachel Bishop -- Are you looking for a unique and affordable gift for Christmas? Then look no further. The 7th Annual Children's Christmas Market will be held on Saturday November 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Orcas
@ Sea View for one night only: Scorsese’s The Irishman
Thursday, November 21, 6 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Orcas Island Film Festival -- Robert DeNiro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci star in Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman, an epic saga of organized crime in post-war America told through the eyes of World War II veteran Frank Sheeran, a hustler
Special salon series reading upcoming at Kangaroo House
Saturday, November 16, 7 - 10 p.m., Kangaroo House Bed and Breakfast -- from Jill McCabe Johnson for Artsmith -- Artsmith cordially invites you to a special Salon Series reading with Jami Macarty and Debra Babcock on Saturday, November 16, 7-10 pm, at Kangaroo House Bed and Breakfast. The one-hour
Seahawks NFL Game of the Week at Sea View tonight
-- from Carol Kulmanski for Orcas Chamber of Commerce -- Come join us for a viewing party at Sea View Theatre! It's a big game in the Sea Hawks season and it's going to be a battle! Seahawks 7-2 | San Francisco 8-0. Best place in town to watch the game...big comfy couches, 70 in. HDTV
Seasonal ferry shuffle means no Sidney sailings through December 8
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Beginning Tuesday, November 12 through Sunday, December 8, international service between Anacortes/Friday Harbor/Sidney B.C. is cancelled due to required maintenance on both vessels in WSF's fleet certified to run international service to and from Sidney, B.C: M/V Elwha and M/V Chelan. During this period,
Reception to recognize Marsha & Bob Waunch for years of service
Sunday, November 17, 3 - 5 p.m., Orcas Center Madrona Room -- from Mariann Carrasco for Orcas Animal Protection Society -- The Orcas Animal Protection Society is sponsoring a reception on Sunday November 17, from 3 to 5 at the Orcas Center Madrona Room, to honor and thank Marsha and
Celebrate the life of Joan Pedrick
Sunday, November 17, 2 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Suzanne Olson -- Celebrate Joan Pedrick's life on Sunday, November 17 at 2 p.m. at the Orcas Odd Fellows Hall, Orcas Island. Joan's favorite foods will be provided. Please bring a favorite bottle of wine or whiskey to share. Read
Business owners, nonprofit leaders invited to risk reduction workshop
Thursday November 21, 10 - 11:30 a.m, Heritage Bank in Friday Haarbor -- from Victoria Compton for Economic Development Council -- Over 40% of small business owners in the U.S. report having been involved in or threatened with a civil lawsuit, and many business owners are at risk for losing
A new lease on life at 70 — Who me?
-- by Rosie Kuhn -- Harriet and Daniel met while working in the financial industry. They’ve been married 20 years. Both in their mid-70’s now, they clearly state that who they are now is so different than who they were 20 years ago. Harriet shares that she was all business
‘Sharing Paradise’ topic of upcoming LWV gathering
Monday, November 18, Noon - 2 p.m., San Juan Library -- from Hayley Day for League of Women Voters -- The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will host "Sharing Paradise: The Balance of Tourism and Preservation in the San Juans" from noon-2 p.m., Monday, November 18 in
You’re invited to join this basic dog handling class
Sundays, November 17 - December 29, 10 - 11 a.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Gwen Stamm -- Class will be taught by Lesley Liddle with assistance from Gwen Stamm and Tracy Harachi. Course fee $130. Nov 17 – Orientation without dogs (Odd Fellows)Nov 24 – 1st session bring dog
Here’s the Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee agenda
Wednesday, November 13, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Sheila Gaquin for Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee -- Call to order is 4 p.m., on Wednesday, November 13 for the monthly Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee meeting at Deer Harbor Fire Station. Agenda follows: Call to
Eastsound, West Sound, all around the…island?
||| BY STEVE HENIGSON ||| When I want our East-Coast relatives to understand what Orcas is like, I have to compare it with something that they already know. I use Manhattan Island, the hub of New York City, as my example. You might be surprised at how apt a comparison
Letter to Editor | Sincere thanks for campaign support
-- from Greg Ayers -- I would like to express my sincere thanks to everyone who supported my campaign. And congratulations to the newly elected Commissioners. I wish them all the best for responsible stewardship of our Port in this next chapter.
Sheriff’s Report | October 30 – November 5, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 201919-009168 Vicious Animal 13:28:47 10/30/19An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to an animal problem at the Orcas Island Ferry Terminal. The reporting party advised that two loose dogs were running around and biting other animals. The animals were caught.
