Here’s a thought…
“If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don’t have to worry about the answers.”
THOMAS PYNCHON
Museum, Kwiaht sponsor heritage scionwood exchange and grafting workshop
Thursday April 11, 3:30-5:30 p.m. -- from Brittney Maruska for Orcas Island Historical Museums -- Interested in island heritage fruit? Orcas Island Historical Museums and Kwiaht are sponsoring a heritage scionwood exchange and grafting workshop at the Museum, 181 N. Beach Rd, Eastsound on Thursday April 11 3:30-5:30 p.m. Botanist
Letter to Editor | Spring brunch benefits Meals on Wheels
-- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- The Orcas Senior Center (OSC) legendary Spring Brunch held March 31 was a tremendous success, raising more than $2,600 in support of Meals on Wheels and More for seniors and people with disabilities on Orcas Island. Chef Christina Orchid, Jay Savell, and
Lindsey Callahan appointed as Deputy Prosecutor handling District Court
-- from San Juan County Prosecutor's Office -- Lindsey Callahan has joined the San Juan County Prosecutor’s Office where she will represent the State of Washington in District Court. Ms. Callahan served seven years in the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps and is now a Major in
Physical Calligraphy: A Spring Dance Concert opens in one week at Orcas Center
Friday, April 12 & Saturday, April 13, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Laura Kussman for Orcas Center -- Island Inspiration All-Stars: the name alone is intentional. Matched with a sold-out reputation and an arsenal of killer movement styles and dancers, the spring dance concert Physical Calligraphy arrives as a
Be Ready Orcas will talk about water this month
Wednesday, April 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Natalie Menacho for Be Ready Orcas -- The next Be Ready Orcas - Community Disaster Preparedness Meeting is Wednesday, April 10 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Firehall's Public Meeting Room. This topic for this free and informative
Time for Three returns for concert at Orcas Center – Updated
Wednesday, April 17, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Linda Slone for Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival -- Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is thrilled to bring Time for Three back to Orcas Island for a concert on April 17. After their knockout performances at the 2016 Festival, the trio is
Get fit in Zumba Gold® classes with Vibha at Senior Center
Tuesdays, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- Zumba Gold® is a Latin-inspired dance fitness class tailored to older adults. A variety of rhythms are featured including salsa, tango, and world rhythms. You can get fit while you sit in a
The older the vine, the sweeter the wine in upcoming Seniors Have Talent event
Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m., Senior Center -- from Didier Gincig -- The Older the Vine, the Sweeter the Wine. Seniors Have Talent, a fun-filled event at the Orcas Senior Center will take place on Sunday, April 7 at 2 p.m. The show is a combination of energy and talent
Lit Walk on Friday night to launch Orcas Island Lit Fest
Friday, April 5, 4 - 8:15 p.m., starting at Enzo's -- from Jule Treneer for Orcas Island Lit Fest -- The Orcas Island Lit Fest kicks off this Friday night with a Lit Walk through the village of Eastsound, April 5, 4-8:15 p.m., starting at Enzo's at 4. FREE TO
Letter to Editor | Our public health relies on folks who deserve our thanks
-- from Tom Eversole -- April 1-7 is National Public Health Week, and I want to thank Mark Tompkins and all the San Juan County Community and Environmental Health staff for their good work promoting and protecting the health of residents and visitors of our island community. In America we take population
New location for monthly veggie potlucks
First Sundays, April 7 and May 5, 6 p.m., Orcas Christian School — from Lili Hein — This monthly gathering on the first Sunday of every month celebrates a compassionate, healthy, and sustainable plant-based lifestyle. Join in lively conversation, get inspired, learn something new, and enjoy yummy food. The potlucks
Senior Center holding Advance Directive workshop
Wednesday, April 10, 1 - 3 p.m., Senior Center -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- Join us for a hands-on tutorial for step-by-step instructions in filling out an Advance Directive/Living Will. The workshop will be led by Libby Garcia, RN, who has spent most of her career
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee sets agenda for April 10 meeting
Wednesday, April 10, 4 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Colin Maycock -- The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will hold a public meeting on April 10 to address the following agenda: Chair: Call to Order, establish a quorum, approval of the minutes from March 13, 2019: www.sanjuanco.com/DocumentCenter/View/18247/2019-03- 15_DHPRC_DRAFT_Meeting_minutes
Rep. Morris: Why I voted ‘no’ on the Transportation budget
-- from the Office of Rep. Jeff Morris -- I’ve spent 23 years advocating for new ferries, securing funding, and finding the right process to construct the newer 144-car vessels. In 2009 I was able to expedite construction of these ferries by two years, and in 2013 secured funding for
California dreaming? L Pod discovered visiting Monterey Bay
-- from SF Gate -- The "L Pod" of killer whales is typically found in the waters of the Pacific Northwest, in the waterways off the coast of Seattle and Vancouver. Up there, the marine mammals are closely monitored, by scientists and tourist alike. "These are the most watched whales in the world," said
Shareholder revolution means green investment
Thursday, April 11, 6:30-8 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Parish -- from Katie Fleming for Friends of the San Juans -- Friends of the San Juans is excited to partner with Orcas Island resident Toby Cooper to bring information to the community about green investing -- a movement that benefits humanity and
