Here’s a thought…
“Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each New Year find you a better man.”
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
One-time only: Voices of our Salish Sea exhibit coming to SJIMA
Saturday, July 13, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., San Juan Community Theatre -- from Diane Martindale for San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- Don't miss the opportunity to experience legendary speakers on our ocean life in one room on one day. Be the first to preview new films by
Here’s what the Land Bank has been up to
-- from Lincoln Bormann for San Juan County Land Bank -- The Land Bank would like to share some of the things we’ve been doing for the community recently. At Mount Grant Preserve on San Juan there are now three trails open with more on the way. Instead of hiking
Bye-bye to traffic lights on Orcas Road construction site
-- from Shannon Wilbur for San Juan Public Works -- There will be no road construction on July 4 - 5, and Orcas is once again a ‘traffic light free’ island. The construction lights were packed up and removed today. The detour will remain in effect for a few more
County to test ballot tabulating equipment
Wednesday, July 17, 11 a.m., County Elections Office -- from Milene Henley, County Auditor -- A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the August 6, 2019 Primary is scheduled for July 17 at 11:00 a.m. The test works by tallying the results
History, stories of San Juan Islands agriculture featured in new blog
Read stories behind island grown foods with farmer profiles, recipes, history, and more -- from Shannon Borg for Eat Island Grown -- Berry pickers near Flat Point (1920s) Behind every meal is a story. And we are telling them on the new Eat Island Grown blog, launching June 28 (www.islandgrownsj.com/blog). The
Horseshoe Highway? What’s that?
-- Orcasional Musings by Steve Henigson -- Back in Orcas Island's early days, if you wanted to get from one island hamlet to another, or even from one farm to another, you had to use a boat. Row, sail, or steam, a boat was the only way to get around.
Sheriff’s Report | June 19 – 25, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, June 19, 201919-004661 Traffic Violation 09:40:24 06/19/19 An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a traffic offense near Eastsound. The suspect was located and given an infraction for tampering with construction signs. 19-004664 Citizen Assist 10:37:18 06/19/19 A Deputy was dispatched to
New membership changes and membership drive now underway at Senior Center
-- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- The Orcas Senior Center Nonprofit is excited to announce two new membership levels that will become available starting July 1. With the introduction of these two new levels, our standard membership benefits will not change; our standard membership will continue to
Got some thoughts on ferry fare increases? WaDOT is listening
-- from Washington Department of Transportation -- The Washington State Transportation Commission is looking for feedback on proposed fare increases for the next two years that will take effect in October. You can learn more about the fare changes and provide comments via the Transportation Commission’s online open house You can
WSF exploring partnerships for Anacortes ferry terminal improvements
-- from Washington State Ferries -- The Washington State Department of Transportation is partnering with the Port and city of Anacortes to explore innovative public-private partnerships to enhance the 35-acre ferry terminal site. This could include commercial opportunities such as retail stores, lodging and food options. WSDOT would like to
Works of Leon Rosenblatt at Orcas Center for July
-- from Kathleen Youngren -- Opening: Friday, July 5, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Orcas Center After graduating from the California Art Center College of Design, Leon Rosenblatt began working as an artist and illustrator in Los Angeles, Miami and in New York, commissioned by clients such as RCA Records, the
Lions Club will be grilling salmon, chicken in upcoming 45th annual BBQ fundraiser
Saturday, July 6, 1 - 7 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Jim Biddick for Orcas Lions Club -- Come join the Orcas Island Lions Club for our 45th Annual Salmon BBQ. Members will be serving smoked salmon, bbq chicken, baked potatoes, rolls, and coleslaw. Take-out available. Adults $18, Children, up
Orcatrazz Swing Band will celebrate 20 years this summer
-- by Deborah Sparks, Orcas Issues reporter -- Orcatrazz Swing Band will play their 20th Anniversary performance at the Stage on the Green August 17, playing music from all eras including the swing band era of the 1940s right up to today’s modern rock and roll classics. The band performs
State ferry Hyak to sail into retirement
Final day of service will be June 30 on Seattle/Bremerton route Hyak passing Flat Point After nearly 52 years in the Washington State Ferries’ fleet, Hyak will be decommissioned late Sunday night, June 30, following its 9:05 p.m. scheduled sailing from Seattle to Bremerton. With no legislative funding in the 2019-21 state
Senior Center tech classes still available Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer
-- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- As summer descends with its sunny days and long, lazy afternoons, the Senior Center’s formal technology classes are taking a break, too. But that does not mean there won’t still be opportunities to learn! In July, we will offer free, informal,
Rep. Larsen assisted islander with Medicare claim
-- from Congressman Rick Larsen's office -- One of the most important and rewarding parts of being a Member of Congress is supporting community members who need help navigating issues with federal agencies. I am here to serve as a liaison between you and federal agencies. My office can support
