Here’s a thought…
“Deep breath. Deep breath. The air is free. You can take as many as you want.”
BUDDHIST MONK
Learn to Make Kefir, Kvass in Co-op Fermentation Workshop
Sunday, June 24, 3 - 5 p.m., Wild Island -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Kefir is a traditionally cultured dairy product that is one of the most probiotic-rich foods known. Join Regina Zwilling to learn more about the many health benefits of traditionally fermented kefir and
Unique History Matinee: Sleeping Beauty and Leonardo da Vinci
Sunday, June 24, 3 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Carol Kulminski-- A little different than the usual Orcas Island Historical Museum History Matinee, this presentation includes the history of spinning and weaving and the opportunity to try the spindles yourself. The presenter, Barbara Bentley, is a retired university professor
Editorial: We All Have Fathers
-- by Margie Doyle -- My dad died when I was 21 and I've often thought about what my life might have been like had he been around to advise me about my education, my career, my marriage, my children, my country. I wish I'd had more time with him.
Missing Southern Resident Killer Whale is Presumed Dead
-- from Jane Cogan, Center for Whale Research -- L92 - Photo by Dave Ellifrit, Center for Whale Research On Monday, June 11, more than 50 Southern Resident killer whales returned to inland waters, including J pod, L87, and most but not all of L pod. It has
School Board Meeting in Special Session
Monday, June 18, 5 p.m., Orcas School Cafeteria -- from Orcas Island School District -- Orcas Island School District announces the School Board will meet in a special meeting on Monday, June 18, at 5 p.m. in the School Cafeteria. Agenda as follows: 5:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER– School Cafeteria
Orcas APS Prepares Annual Wine Pairing Dinner, Auction
Saturday, June 23, 6 p.m., Victorian Room, Outlook Inn -- from Rosemary Miller for Orcas Animal Protection Society -- Enjoy a fun evening and a wonderful dinner, paired with special wines, at this annual event to support the animal shelter. Chef Steve Debaste has designed a menu featuring incredible Italian dishes
Health Care Commissioners Are Working Hard
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- After their marathon special meeting the day before, the commissioners of the Orcas Health Care District continued doubling down, adding an extra hour to their regular meeting on June 12. And they got a lot done. The commissioners will confirm adoption of
Sheriff’s Report | June 6 – 12, 2018
– from San Juan County Sheriff’s Office – Wednesday, June 6, 2018 18-003682 Agency Assistance 10:36:55 06/06/18 A Deputy investigated a complaint of child abuse on Lopez Island. The case was referred to CPS for further investigation. 18-003684 Harassment 11:16:25 06/06/18 A Lopez Island resident reports receiving several late night
In Memoriam | Kurt Thorson
-- from the Family of Kurt Thorson -- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kurt Thorson on June 11th, 2018. Kurt captured the beauty around him with his camera and created things of beauty with his hands. He was kind, loving, resourceful, creative, funny and
Letter to the Editor: Uphold the Constitution
-- by Nick Power -- There has been a lot of ink spilled regarding the sign ordinance and the fact that the County has unquestionably been violating the First Amendment rights of all citizens since the day it was enacted in 1998. Most distressingly, the County has known that it
Ecology Removes Burned, Sunken Boat from Judd Cove
-- by Lin McNulty -- Photo: Dan Vekved Troy Wood, Program Manager of Washington State Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) Derelict Vessel Removal Program, has advised Orcas Issues that the vessel Sanctuary, which burned and sank in Judd Cove on Tuesday, June 5 has been removed. The boat
Health Care District Holds Complex Meeting
-- by Leif-- Orcas Island Health Care District Commissioners met Monday June 11 to discuss together with community participants a full slate of issues. The agenda posted June 8 provided the framework. The context of this meeting is the impending June 30 demise of the OMF, Orcas Medical Foundation, accelerated
All Residential Burn Permits Expire Today, June 15
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Residential burning is now closed until Fall; all permits issued are expired. Residential burn permits are issued for the burning of brush and limbs in areas of the islands that are not within Urban Growth Areas (UGAs). Campfires will continue to be allowed
School Music Wraps Up A Notable Year
-- from Sharon Ho for Music Advocacy Group -- [metaslider id="60585"] The Orcas School music program bids farewell to two graduating seniors this year, a Band percussionist, Liam Griskey-Watson, and Strings violinist, Joanne Mietzner. Both have been stellar musicians. Joanne played in the San Juan Music Educators Association (SJMEA) Senior
Solstice Parade Will Celebrate 20 Year Anniversary
Saturday, June 23, 11:30 formation, Haven Road -- from Laura Gibbons -- Scenes from the Orcas Island, WA, Summer Solstice Parade Everyone is invited to celebrate the 20th Annual Summer Solstice Parade on Saturday June 23rd at noon in Eastsound. The theme is “Animals, Plants and Bugs,” a
Guest Opinion: Complete Buildout Scenario Requested as County Considers Docket
-- by Joe Symons -- Re: Hearing on Docket Applications scheduled for 15 June 2018 The docket application is located at: https://www.sanjuanco.com/DocumentCenter/View/14573/2018-02-27_Introduction_Symons I write to encourage Council to fully support the Docket application that I submitted in February 2018. The application requests a thorough buildout/impact analysis of the development potential
