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
Upcoming Eastsound income survey required for County to apply for block grants
Randomly selected households will participate -- from San Juan County Communications -- The County is surveying Eastsound households in May to determine the median income. This survey data is required for the County to apply for Community Development General Purpose Block Grants administered by Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This
Lahari assistive transportation service seeks Program Coordinator, community support
-- from Dennis King, Lahari Executive Director -- It’s been two years since Orcas Door to Door provided its first ride to a senior needing to go to a medical appointment. Since then, the service has provided nearly a thousand rides to Orcas seniors needing to get to medical and
Join CycloFemme in ride to celebrate women’s cycling
Sunday, May 12, 1 p.m., Wildlife Cycles -- from Vicki Leimback -- This Sunday, Mother’s Day, join this grass-roots global celebration of women’s cycling by being a part of this ride. Open to all who enjoy riding-- all abilities are welcome on this ride. Meet at Wildlife Cycles on Sunday,
Last Olga potluck before summer
Saturday, May 11, 5:30 p.m., Olga Community Center -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Come to the Olga Potluck, Saturday, May 11 at the Olga Community Center in beautiful downtown Olga! Social hour begins at 5:30 and we sit down for dinner at about 6:00. After dinner there will be a
Need a tooth pulled? Dr. Triplett is ready
Monday, May 20, Dr. Triplett's Dental Office -- from Terri Triplett for Dr. Triplett's Office -- Dr. Triplett’s dental office at 445 Madrona Street in Eastsound is reserving Monday May 20 for free tooth extractions for our Orcas, Shaw, and Waldron residents in financial need. Services are limited to both
Port prepares to vote on final chapter of airport master plan May 9
Next meeting: Thursday, May 9, 4:30 p.m., Airport Conference Room -- by Katie Wilkins, Orcas Issues reporter -- The Port of Orcas held a special meeting last Thursday, May 2 in the airport conference room. The two items listed on the agenda were discussion of airport staffing structure and discussion
EPRC takes on vacation rentals — passes resolution for moratorium
-- from Paul Kamin for Eastsound Planning and Review Committee -- VACATION RENTAL ACTION Over 35 people participated in the May 2 Eastsound Planning and Review Committee (EPRC) meeting. Most were in attendance to participate in the discussion of a resolution asking the County Council to place a 12-month moratorium
‘See the World’ is theme of Orcas Center 2019 fundraising gala
Saturday, May 18, 5 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Laura Kussman for Orcas Center -- Take flight and explore cultural treasures of the world through taste, touch, and sound at Orcas Center’s 2019 “See The World” Gala and auction, where you will have the opportunity to support the work of
You may want to join new Brené Brown book group
Tuesdays, May 21 through July 2, 1 - 3 p.m., Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Alexandra Gayek -- Brené Brown, famous for her popular TED talk: The Power of Vulnerability, is a research professor studying courage, vulnerability, trust, shame, and empathy. These keys to happiness, resilience, and healthy relationships are
Something new this week in Superintendent Webb update
-- from Orcas Island School District -- We are mixing things up a bit with this week’s update and highlighting one of OISD’s many wonderful and impactful programs, SAFE (Student and Family Empowerment).
Orcas Road construction site tackles dust control, traffic safety issues
-- from Shannon Wilbur for San Juan County Public Works -- Since there is no rain in the forecast, the water truck has been mobilized to keep the roads damp and control the dust. We will chip seal the gravel road segments next month. We have had some near misses
Statewide drill tests ability to receive and deliver emergency medicine and supplies
All counties in state to practice in multi-day emergency drill May 6-10 -- from Tom Eversole -- Next week, state, tribal, and local public health agencies will take part in a full-scale exercise testing their ability to receive and distribute over a million doses of simulated emergency medication and supplies
Weekly review of legislative bills: All done but the signing
-- from Governor Inslee's office -- Photo: The governor signs the prepaid postage ballot bill with Secretary of State Kim Wyman, left, and primary sponsor Sen. Joe Nyugen on the right. Gov. Jay Inslee signed dozens of bills this week after a successful legislative session wrapped up just in time
School Board calls special meeting to discuss budget, traffic patterns
Tuesday, May 7, 5 p.m., Orcas School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- The agenda for the school board meeting has been amended. A workshop on the new school district budget, plus discussion of temporary traffic revision fills the School Board agenda in their upcoming Tuesday meeting. Discussion
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet
Wednesday, May 8, 4 - 5:30 pm, Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Sheila Gaquin for Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee -- The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet on Wednesday in discussion of ongoing projects. Old Business/Committee Updates Update, if any, on the Wyndham Pier Wes, update on
Not baaad! Senior Center preps for Lopez lamb, wool, goat trip
Saturday, May 11, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- This celebration is all about local agriculture including gazing at the cute lambs and kids. Watch sheep shearing and purchase crafts, food, and farm products from local vendors. A Mediterranean Lamb Extravaganza Plate
