Here’s a thought…
“Never think that war, no matter how necessary, nor how justified, is not a crime. Ask the infantry and ask the dead.”
ERNEST HEMINGWAY
Visual Arts Committee seeks fiber art pieces for March show
-- from Kathy Youngren for Visual Arts Committee -- Orcas Island has a wealth of artists who create with fiber in a variety of ways, weaving, knitting, felting, quilting, sewing and others. The Visual Arts Committee at Orcas Center is highlighting these beautiful creations through the month of March. We are seeking pieces
Port Commission moves forward, looks ahead
-- by Minor Lile, Orcas Issues Reporter -- Following two previous attempts that had been thwarted by the requirements governing public meetings, the Port Commission convened on Monday, February 3, from 3:30 to approximately 5:15 p.m. Several topics were on the agenda. These included interim arrangements for the ongoing management
John Geyman, M.D. announces publication of ‘Long-Term Care in America’
-- from Emily Geyman -- A long-time writer about U.S. health care, Dr. Geyman examines the problems which face persons needing long-term care, offers suggestions and resources for making decisions, describes available government and community programs, discusses the under-valuation of caregivers who are essential for long-term care, and explains the
Tickets on sale February 9 – An evening with George Winston
Concert: Sunday, September 13, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Bethany Marie for Orcas Center -- Orcas Center is pleased to present An Evening with George Winston on Sunday, September 13 at 7:30 p,m. George Winston is undeniably a household name. He’s inspired fans and musicians alike with his singular
It’s award season for tree-loving, bunny-hugging, dirt worshipers
-- from Amy M. Nesler for San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- Don’t forget -- it’s award season here in the San Juans! The Oscars have nothing on the Finnies. Know someone who deserves to walk the stewardship red carpet? Nominate them for a Good Steward Award! Since 2008, the
Inslee issues emergency proclamation for 19 counties due to flooding and winter weather
Yep, including San Juan County -- from Governor Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee issued an emergency proclamation today for 19 Washington counties due to significant winter weather that is forecast to continue through this weekend. “These storms caused injuries, significant power outages, evacuations, road damage, temporary road closures and detours, rail
Dog whistles and cat calls: Modern signs, symbols, signals of hate
A presentation by Clyde W. Ford Saturday February 8, 6 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Mary Pugh for Orcas Library -- From hand gestures to tattoos to code-words, author and scholar, Clyde W. Ford, examines the signs, symbols, and signals of hate. He discusses their historical and cultural significance, laying
Meeting of the Minds topic this month is Newts
Wednesday, February 19, 1 - 2 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- The Meeting of the Minds series of lectures continues at Orcas Senior Center. This season, in partnership with Friends of Moran, we will continue a series of presentations about our island
Award winning “Strengthening Families” program comes to Funhouse
Thursdays from 5 - 7:30 p.m., March 12 - April 30, The Funhouse -- from Nicole Spinogatti for The Funhouse -- The Funhouse will be offering a seven-week award-winning program called Strengthening Families. “It takes a different kind of parenting, when kids go from being, well, kids, to being teenagers.
School Board shares agenda for upcoming all-day meeting
Thursday, February 6, 10 a.m., School District Office -- from Orcas School Board -- A special School Board meeting is scheduled tomorrow as the board sets aside time for a learning tour and a budget work session. AGENDA 10:00 a.m. CALL TO ORDER- SPECIAL MEETING - District Office Approve
OICF issues proposals for spring GiveOrcas program
Tuesday, February 11, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from Kate Long for Orcas Island Community Foundation -- OICF is excited to announce a call for proposals for the 2020 spring GiveOrcas grant program. Any nonprofit serving Orcas Island is invited to apply now through March 6, 2020
Join Stephanie for what you didn’t know about Tai Chi
Sunday, February 23, 1 - 2 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Stephanie Rosenblatt -- Join accredited Master Instructor Stephanie for an interactive presentation about her understanding and unique approach to Wu Style Tai Chi. Bring a new level of holistic physical and spiritual awareness to your everyday life by learning
EPRC will meet on Thursday
Thursday, February 6, 3 - 6 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Colin Maycock, Department of Community Development -- The Eastsound Plan Review Committee (EPRC) will meeting tomorrow afternoon to address the following agenda: 3:00 pm Welcome and Introductions 3:05 pm Approval of Minutes of January 9, 2020, meeting3:10 pm
Soul-lifting Nashville singer-songwriter coming to Grange
Sunday, February 23, 4 p.m. Orcas Grange -- from Mandy Troxel, House Concerts & Such -- For the first time on Orcas Island, internationally touring Nashville singer-songwriter Buddy Mondlock, accompanied by Mike Lindauer, will be performing at the Orcas Grange on Sunday, February 23 at 4 p.m. Local favorite Mandy
3rd annual Lit Fest announces featured artists
-- from Jule Treneer for Orcas Island Lit Fest -- Where can book lovers go to rub shoulders with the likes of Timothy Egan, Nicola Griffith and Luis Alberto Urrea, and also take in a little jaw-dropping splendor while they’re at it? If you're a book lover, you owe it
Killebrew Lake Road closed to all traffic
Repairs underway, but may take a couple of weeks -- from San Juan County Public Works -- February 6, 2020 Update Please be advised that continued rainfall and water levels have delayed planned repairs. Emergency repair work will resume as soon as site conditions permit. San Juan County Public Works
