Here’s a thought…
“Old age is no joke, but it can feel like one.”
TAD TOMPKINS
Library Fair upcoming; Who wouldn’t want a deal on a good book?
Saturday, August 10, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Dave Kosiur for Orcas Island Library -- Be a part of a great summer event and check out the Orcas Library’s Library Fair on Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A big part of the
August Port meeting rescheduled
-- from Dwight Guss for Port of Orcas -- The Regular scheduled Port of Orcas meeting for Thursday August 8 has been rescheduled for Thursday August 15.
Orcas Road construction done for now
Speed limit will return to 35 mph, but wait until signs are posted before you go speeding off -- from Shannon Wilbur for San Juan County Public Works -- This week, topsoil was placed along the roadway and guardrails were installed along the Swan Road detention ponds and the curve
Indian raiders? Where?
-- Orcasional Musings by Steve Henigson -- Note that I'll be using the Politically Incorrect word, "Indian." It's the word that was in common usage when the events in this story took place, and, anyway, we don't know which tribe was involved, so you're going to have to bear with
Experts on immigration and refugee policy to speak
Tuesday, July 30, 5 - 7 p.m., Orcas Grange -- from David Turnoy for San Juan County Democrats -- The San Juan County Democrats will be hosting a presentation by two experts on immigration, refugee policy, US foreign policy leadership, and international cooperation. This event will take place at the
Health district to hire consultant to advise on lowering overall medical care costs
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- At their regular meeting on July 16, the commissioners of the Orcas Island Health Care District considered a number of topics of interest to the public. Consultant. The commissioners have been exploring different clinic structures that could maximize reimbursement from payors such
Sheriff’s Report | July 17 – 23, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, July 17, 201919-005722 Accident-Hit Run 13:45:15 07/17/19 A Lopez Island Deputy was called to a non-injury collision in the village. The damage was minor, and the involved parties exchanged information. No report was necessary. 19-005728 Lost Property 14:35:24 07/17/19 A report
Elwha will leave SJ route, Kitsap will join, Kaleetan still undergoing repairs
It will almost be like winter starting on Sunday -- from Washington State Ferries -- The smaller M/V Kitsap will replace the M/V Elwha starting Sunday, July 28. The 124-vehicle Kitsap will sail in the #5 position starting with the 4:45 p.m. out of Anacortes on Sunday once the 144-vehicle
Orcas Animal Protection Society announces new director
-- from Orcas Animal Shelter Board -- The Orcas Animal Protection Society Board is delighted to introduce our new Shelter Director, Kristina Snyder. Kristina recently moved to Orcas from Montesano, WA with her husband, Cameron, and their dogs, Niko and Loki. Kristina served as Executive Director at PAWS of Grays Harbor, a busy
Annual Co-op seaweed excursion tradition back by popular demand
Thursday, August 1, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Orcas Food Co-op -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Join us for this special hands-on learning opportunity! Annual Tradition. New Location. Seaweed Excursion with Kristy Bredin, Herbalist Seaweeds have traditionally been important plants for food and healing among coastal
National Park Service, San Juan Islands Museum of Art present special artist-in-residence exhibition
Honoring the Pig War 160th anniversary -- from Brandon Cadwell, San Juan Island National Historical Park -- The National Park Service and the San Juan Islands Museum of Art are presenting a special exhibition of the park’s Artist-in-Residence, Linda Hyatt Cancel. The exhibition features 18 original pieces of work of
Orcas Center: The island’s thriving ‘third place’
-- from Bethany Marie for Orcas Center -- As you think of how you spend your day, chances are that you have at least two anchors in your schedule. Your “First Place”, which is your home, and your “Second Place” which is usually work or school. In his book, The
Upcoming Market Day at Emmanuel Episcopal Church has something for everyone
Saturday, July 27, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Lynn Baker for Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- Market Day, the annual sale at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, offers more than ever Saturday, July 27. Three families who are moving donated everything from oceans of "paracord" (beloved of crafters
Letter to Editor | Vacation rentals: Wanna do something about it?
-- from Steve Henigson -- Jean and I went to our bank, today, to do some everyday banking business. The lines were long, and moving slowly, and even the Bank Manager was doing the work of a teller. So we asked why. “Can’t get employees!” she said. “Why? Because they
Airhawks Flying Club welcomes new Beechcraft Sundowner
-- by Deborah Sparks, Orcas Issues reporter -- Gathered around a long table in the cool shade of a huge hanger are a group of men and women who love to fly. Enjoying hot dogs with all the fixings and beverages, they talk flying, airplanes, laughing at each other’s jokes
Ag Guild to celebrate island farming in farm-to-table dinner
Sunday, August 11, 5 - 10 p.m., Straits View Farm, San Juan Island -- from Steph Coffey, Director of San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild -- A farm-to-table dinner under the stars on August 11 will benefit the programs of the San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild. Islanders and friends with a
