Monday, August 27
- To Adopt a San Juan County Solid Waste Management Plan (Management Plan found at sanjuanco.com/SWAC/docs/SWMPlan/ReviewDraftECY042612.pdf)
- To Adopt the Wetlands Section of the Critical Area Ordinance (CAO) [Continued from August 21]
- To Adopt the Uplands Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas Section and Marine Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas Section of the Critical Area Ordinance (CAO) ) [Continued from August 21]
Following the lunch recess at noon, the Council will re-convene at 1 p.m. to continue the public hearings. At 3:30 p.m. public comment will be accepted when the Council awards the Lodging Tax Facilities Grants. To see the full agenda and supporting documents, go to: https://www.co.san-juan.wa.us/council/displayAgenda
Wednesday, August 29
Brown Bay Concert with Susan Osborn. Noon at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Eastsound. Free of charge, donations welcome. Contact the church office at 376-2352
“Global Warming: Separating Truth from Hype” with Dr. Cliff Mass, 5:30 p.m. at the Orcas Center Madrona Room. Mass is Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University Of Washington; his specialties are weather prediction, numerical modeling, the influence of topography on weather systems, the structure and evolution of weather systems, and the weather of the western U.S. A question and answer session follows. Sponsored by the Orcas Island Public Library, with additional funding provided by the Friends of the Orcas Island Library. Free of charge. Call Kathleen @ 376-4985.
Thursday, August 30
Granny’s Clan: A Tale of Wild Orcas, Ann Jones, illustrator,and Sally Hodson, author, come for a book reading and signing. 6 p.m. at Darvill’s Bookstore. 376-2135.
Friday August 31
Dinosoaring, children’s book with Deb Lund, author of Dinosailors and Dinotrain, at Darvill’s Bookstore. TBA. 376-2135.
Chiladas’ Tequila & Brew Fest! Celebrates Labor Day Weekend. Come taste Island Hoppin’s 2012 premiere Brews (Yes, Nate, Becca & Jim are brewing again and the brews are better than ever!) as well as Top Shelf, Plata, Reposado & Anejo Tequilas. Tasting Time: 4pm on…Friday, Saturday & Sunday in our sunny courtyard.
“Torso” — a dark, riveting and emotional exploration of grief and revenge, the latest production from The Actors Theater of Orcas Island, 7:30 p.m. at the Grange. This play contains strong language, adult situations and partial nudity. This play is not suitable for pre-teens and those easily offended. Tickets are $10 and are available from Darvill’s, www.orcasactors.com or at the door. Also playing Sept. 7-8 and 14-15-16. Contact Doug Bechtel at 317-5601.
Saturday September 1
Jazzercise of Orcas Island holds special Community Cardio classes at no-charge, thanks to the generous coordination of the OI Community Church (OICC) and the Odd Fellows. Jazzercise is offered by Paige McCormick (376-3310), certified instructor of this international dance fitness program. From 9 to 10 a.m. at the OICC Fellowship Hall (enter at lower door, east side). Wear athletic clothing and footwear, and bring water. Call 376-3310 with questions, and visit www.jazzercise.com.
Saturday Farmer’s Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eastsound Village Green.
Chiladas’ Tequila & Brew Fest! Celebrates Labor Day Weekend. Come taste Island Hoppin’s 2012 premiere Brews (Yes, Nate, Becca & Jim are brewing again and the brews are better than ever!) as well as Top Shelf, Plata, Reposado & Anejo Tequilas. Tasting Time: 4pm on…Friday, Saturday & Sunday in our sunny courtyard.
The Galaxy of Burlesque Revue two shows at Orcas Center:
1st Show – 6 pm doors open, 6:45 pm Show
2nd Show – 9:30 pm doors open, 10 pm Show
Also on stage will be the trans-dimensional Dance Belt USA, featuring Inga Ingenue, Waxie Moon, and Lou Henry Hoover. “Bites” provided by The Kitchen are included in the ticket price, and a no-host bar. Tickets are $26 and are available at the Chamber of Commerce, Smith & Speed Mercantile, The Outlook Inn, The Kitchen and Brown Paper tickets.
“Torso” — a dark, riveting and emotional exploration of grief and revenge, the latest production from The Actors Theater of Orcas Island, 7:30 p.m. at the Grange. This play contains strong language, adult situations and partial nudity. This play is not suitable for pre-teens and those easily offended. Tickets are $10 and are available from Darvill’s, www.orcasactors.com or at the door. Also playing Sept. 7-8 and 14-15-16. Contact Doug Bechtel at 317-5601.
Sunday, September 2
14th annual Steve Braun Memorial Triathlon at Moran State Park. Pre-Race is 8:30 am. Race starts at 9 am. Half-mile swim in Cascade Lake, 15-mile bike ride out just past Doe Bay and back. The final leg is a 3.5 mile run around Cascade Lake. Registration is $45 Pre- Registration can be done online at www.friendsofmoran.com/sbmt by August 31st. After August 31 registration is $55. Participants can do one or two legs of the event or as a team. Those wishing to volunteer can email info@friendsofmoran.com.
Chiladas’ Tequila & Brew Fest! Celebrates Labor Day Weekend. Come taste Island Hoppin’s 2012 premiere Brews (Yes, Nate, Becca & Jim are brewing again and the brews are better than ever!) as well as Top Shelf, Plata, Reposado & Anejo Tequilas. Tasting Time: 4pm on…Friday, Saturday & Sunday in our sunny courtyard.
Agave Restaurant Good-bye to summer with JP and the OK Rhythm Boys from 6 to 8 p.m.. Orcas Island’s own Anita Orne & Gordon Koenig are joined by fellow musician JP Whitman for a night of music and frivolity. Reservations are recommeded by phoning Agave at 376-1422.
“Tribute To The Masters” jazz concert with renowned Jazz trumpet master, Willie Thomas and an all-star line up. At Orcas Center at 7:30 p.m. Ticket are available at Darvills’ Bookstore and online at brownpapertickets.com. All net proceeds will benefit The Funhouse Commons.
Monday, September 3 Labor Day
Government and many businesses closed; including post office, schools, library and banks.
