Here’s a thought…
“Volunteering is at the very core of being a human. No one has made it through life without someone else’s help.”
HEATHER FRENCH HENRY
Join Unitarians in Fellowship
Sunday, December 9, 11:30 a.m., Benson Hall -- from Suzanne Olson for Unitarian Universalist Fellowship -- Please join us for a Chalice Group to explore the topic "Vessel of Light" just as we approach the shortest day of the year. Led by Debi Gibson. Some food for thought: Winter inspires
Guest Opinion | Getting a Handle on Military Growth
-- from Rhea Miller -- Washington State’s Department of Commerce has published a guide called the Growth Management Civilian-Military Compatibility Guide. The Guidebook is part of a master strategy laid out by the consulting group, the Spectrum Group, whose leadership is comprised of retired military, regarding Growth Management issues in WA State.
Giving Tree Continues a Long Orcas Tradition
-- from Erin O'Dell for Orcas Community Resource Center -- There's still time to select a child from the Giving Tree. In fact, there are still more than 30 children left on the tree. Please stop by Island Market to ensure there are gifts under the tree for every Orcas child.
The Exchange Celebrates Holiday and Anniversary
Saturday, December 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., The Exchange -- from Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange -- Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange announces it will be holding a holiday and one-year anniversary event to celebrate the re-opening of the reuse center following the devastating fire in 2013 that destroyed the original
Holiday Square Dance
Friday, December 7, 7 - 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Nik Schulz -- Two Hands Furniture presents Kelsey Nelsen and The Shadies for a holiday square dance. After the Christmas tree lighting in town, come to Odd Fellows to join us. No experience necessary. Kelsey will walk the
Celebrate the Holidays With Choral Society at “Making Spirits Bright”
Saturday - Sunday, December 8 - 9, Orcas Center -- from Lynn Baker for Orcas Choral Society -- Brighten your holidays December 8 and 9 at the Orcas Choral Society’s festive winter concert, “Making Spirits Bright!” Artistic Director Marianne Lewis has assembled a holiday concert program rich with fresh, new
Letter to the Editor: Comments on Resource Management for Patos Island
-- Edrie Vinson, President, Keepers of the Patos Light -- TO: Marcia deChadenedes, Manager, San Juan Island Land Magament Comments: San Juan Islands National Monument, Draft Resource Management Plan: Patos Island Dear Marcia: This comment on the draft RMP is on behalf of the Keepers of the Patos Light (KOPL),
New Fire Commissioner Just in Time for Christmas
-- from Marla Johns for Orcas Fire Commission -- The Orcas Island Board of Fire Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Christmas as Fire Commissioner. Commissioner Christmas was appointed December 5, 2018 at the special meeting held by the board. Christmas fills the vacant position left by
Letter to Editor | Bolshoi Reflects Our Love for Dance
-- from Marti Monroe -- We want to share this world-class opportunity with you. For the last several years, something notable has been going on at Orcas Center at 2 p.m. on specific weekend days several times during the winter season. The Bolshoi Dances live-stream on the big screen from
Landing Construction Stacking Up Nicely
-- from Stephanie Conner for San Juan Public Works -- It’s been said, if you turn your head for too long, you might just miss an entire course of the 1 - 2 ton behemoth blocks slide into place. The Contractor might make the work look easy, but San Juan
New Vacation Rental Webpage Available
-- from San Juan County Communications -- We have published a new webpage with the most requested information regarding vacation rental permits and compliance with the new regulations. If you are looking for information about how to apply for permit, have an existing permit and want to know what to
Kwiaht Releases Evaluation of National Monument Plan
-- from Russel Barsh for Kwiaht -- The Lopez based scientific organization Kwiaht has released a critical evaluation of the Bureau of Land Management’s Bureau of Land Management’s Draft Resources Management Plan for the San Juan Islands National Monument. According to Kwiaht director Russel Barsh, the Draft Plan is preoccupied with
Student Musicians Set to Enchant Holiday Audiences
-- from Sharon Ho for Music Advocacy Group -- Dec 6, 13 and 20: Mark your calendars for holiday concerts by Orcas Island student musicians! Every Thursday evening for the next three weeks, come and enjoy music concerts for the whole family. Concerts are free and open to the public.
Rosario Resort Sponsors Annual Fundraiser for Local Non-profits
-- from Holly Southern for Rosario Resort -- Christmas trees return to light up the Moran Mansion at Rosario Resort & Spa during the month of December. Sponsored by the resort, the Festival of Trees is designed as a fundraiser during the holiday season for participating organizations. This year’s trees
Food Co-op Raising Funds for Generator During December
-- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Donations raised during December through Register Round Up and 3% Thursday, December 20 will support the co-op’s Generator Fund! Orcas Food Co-op’s Community Hero Program includes 3% Thursday, Register Round Up and Coins for Community. On the third Thursday of each
Two Men Honored for Saving Life of Ferries Employee
-- from Washington State Ferries -- While many Washington State Ferries employees are trained to save lives, it is a relief to know that ferry employees are a part of a community where others are also prepared to leap into action. On Wednesday, December 5, WSF honored Petty Officer 2nd
