Here’s a thought…
“People will forgive you for being wrong, but they will never forgive you for being right.”
THOMAS SOWELL
Legislative Update | Another cutoff trims remaining bills to consider
-- from Governor Inslee's Office -- Legislators had until Wednesday to pass policy legislation out of the house where it was introduced, and a number of a governor-request bills cleared the latest hurdle in the short 60-day legislative session. A proposal to ban high capacity magazines for firearms in the state was
Upcoming presentation: The making of an audiobook
Thursday, February 27, 6 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Samuel Gailey -- Join local critically-acclaimed author Samuel W. Gailey, along with audio engineer, thespian and 'The Guilt We Carry' narrator Jake Perrine in a candid conversation about the audiobook process, collaboration, and the art of the spoken word.
Letter to Editor | Thank you, voters
-- from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue -- Orcas Island Fire and Rescue would like to extend a big Thank You to all who voted in the February Special Election. With the passing of Proposition 1, vital upgrades will be made to the San Juan County Emergency Communications System –
Aging Like A Guru | Karma? What’s that got to do with aging?
-- by Rosie Kuhn -- If you want to age like a guru, then the Law of Karma is going to be good to keep in mind. Why, you might ask? Well, because it promotes mindfulness of your intentions. It encourages accountability for what you do, what you say, and
Spring brunch benefit with Chef Christina Orchid at Orcas Senior Center
Sunday, March 15, 11 a.m - 12:30 p.m., Senior Center -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- Join us for a memorable Spring Brunch, Sunday, March 15 prepared by the legendary Chef Christina Orchid. Tickets for this vital benefit are available here and at the Orcas Senior Center.
Orcasional Musings | What I did on my winter vacation
Or...I should've chosen the colonoscopy. ||| ORCASIONAL MUSINGS BY STEVE HENIGSON ||| A few weeks ago, I told you about my very clever way of avoiding the perils and discomforts of colonoscopy: I contracted pneumonia. But it turns out that I wasn't clever enough by half. My body decided, all
Letter to Editor | Some may have already wasted their vote
-- from Margot Shaw -- We have all received the very important Presidential Primary ballot. Listed are 13 Democratic candidates for our consideration. We'd like to point out that, even though their names are on the ballot, the following have dropped out: Michael Bennet, Cory Booker, John Delaney, Deval Patrick,
Sheriff’s Report | February 13 – 19, 2020
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Thursday, February 13, 2020 20-001079 Accident-Hit Run 10:02:09 02/13/20 A Deputy took a report of a hit and run vehicle collision that occurred on Orcas Island. The case is under further investigation. 20-001094 Domestic Dispute or Assault 19:08:28 02/13/20 San Juan Deputies
Beloved musical 42nd Street to screen at Orcas Center
Saturday, March 7, 7 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Bethany Marie for Orcas Center -- Come and meet those dancing feet! One of Broadway's most classic and beloved tales, 42nd Street comes to Orcas Center’s screen on Saturday, March 7 in the largest-ever production of the breathtaking musical. This eye-watering
Museums’ History Matinee features book talk with Boyd Pratt
Sunday, February 23, 3 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Carol Kulminski for Orcas Historical Museums -- Farming in the San Juan Islands has always presented challenges and opportunities. From Coast Salish camas cultivation (camas bulbs were harvested and baked as a sweet, fructose-rich food by Native Americans) through homesteading to commercial
MAG concert upcoming: 100 musicians, 1 great cause
Sunday March 1, 3 p.m., Orcas High School Gym -- from Sharon Ho for Music Advocacy Group -- On the first Sunday of March, voices and music rising to crescendo would surely be a welcome respite from February’s steady beat of raindrops on our rooftops. In an Orcas music tradition
Potential loss of ferry is a concern in Anacortes
-- from GoSkagit.com -- The Elwha ferry will be retired from service if the state Legislature cuts funding for it, a move that would impact the Anacortes to Sidney, British Columbia, route and further strain the Washington State Ferries system. Gov. Jay Inslee’s supplemental budget does not include funding to
Art house films coming to Sea View on third Thursdays
Thursday, February 27, 7 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Orcas Island Film Festival -- Sea View Theatre and the Orcas Island Film Festival proudly present, Third Thursdays: Art House Films. https://youtu.be/cFFvje2A2vE -- from Orcas Island Film Festival -- OIFF film curator Carl Spence will program a full year line-up
SJPT accepting applications for climate leadership scholarships
Deadline is April 1 for $2,000 climate leadership scholarships -- from Craig Canine for San Juan Preservation Trust -- The San Juan Preservation Trust is offering two $2,000 scholarships this spring to graduating high school seniors who are San Juan Island County residents and attend high school in the San
Census Bureau coming back to Orcas — still hiring
-- from Sue DuMond for U.S. Census Bureau -- The U.S. Census Bureau is in the midst of peak hiring efforts for the 2020 Census. A representative from the Census Bureau will be available at Orcas Island Library - 340 Madrona Way Eastsound, WA on Thursdays on February 27, March 5
Leap for the future on Leap Day at Orcas house party
Saturday, February 29, 3 - 5 p.m., Orcas Farm -- from Molly Donovan -- What are you thinking about the 2020 elections? Have you been wondering how, from our blue State of Washington, to make a national impact?? Here’s a unique strategy that builds grassroots leadership on a range of
