— by Susan McBain — The monthly report of Fire Chief Scott Williams to the Orcas Board of Fire Commissioners (BOFC) started with perhaps the most interesting statistic of the evening — the increase in calls for January through October of this year over the same period last year. The … Continue reading
— from Orcas Community Resource Center Staff & Board of Directors — Orcas Community Resource Center would like to extend our gratitude to the Sons of the American Legion who kindheartedly purchased shoes for 97 Orcas children in need. Thanks to their generous donation, students from Orcas Public Schools, Orcas … Continue reading
Thursday, October 26, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Parish Hall — from The Rev. Berto Gándara-Perea, Rector, Emmanuel Episcopal Church — Emmanuel Episcopal Church and Safe San Juans are co-hosting a conversation about transgender identities. Join to learn everything you want to know about being transgender but are afraid to ask. We will have … Continue reading
— from Joe Symons — Someone seeking refuge is a refugee. My dictionary defines refuge as a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or trouble. A refuge is also something providing shelter: the family came to be seen as a refuge from a harsh world. Prior to 1970, one might imagine that those … Continue reading
Wednesday, October 25, 1 – 3 p.m., Senior Center — from Sara Boyle for Orcas Senior Center — Join us for a hands-on tutorial Wednesday, October 25, from 1-3 p.m. for step-by-step instructions in filling out an Advanced Directive/Living Will. The workshop is led by RN Libby Garcia who has … Continue reading
Saturday, Oct. 28, at 1 pm. at Orcas Fire Hall — from Dr. Vincent Shu — Vincent Shu, MD, will address the opioid painkiller epidemic in his presentation “Early Usage of Acupuncture for Pain Management to Prevent Drug Addiction” at the Eastsound Fire Hall on Oct. 28. “To stop the … Continue reading
— from San Juan County Communications — On Monday October 16, 2017, Washington Department of Ecology (DOE) announced official approval for San Juan County’s updated Shoreline Master Program (SMP). The updated shoreline regulations go into effect on Monday October 30, 2017. After this date, a pre-application meeting is required prior to … Continue reading
Sunday, October 22, 12 – 4 p.m., Friday Harbor Brickworks — from Barbara Marrett for San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau — This Sunday, October 22, don’t miss “Eat Island Grown.” This mouthwatering event celebrating the islands’ unique cuisine will feature the best tastes of the San Juan Islands, showcasing local chefs and … Continue reading
Wednesday evenings, 6 – 7 p.m., Orcas Senior Center — from Sara Boyle for Orcas Senior Center — Join Robin Kucklick on Wednesday evenings beginning October 25 at the Orcas Senior Center from 6 – 7 p.m. for a free Tai Chi class. Robin has taught classes for years in … Continue reading
— from Lisa Byers — The school board has put forward a bond that will address the remaining major renovation needs on campus. This makes me happy. I think it was wise for the school board to include all of the deferred maintenance needs into this one final bond request. … Continue reading
— from Tom McDonough for the Odd Fellows — To quote Dr. Frederick Frankenstein: “It’s Alive. Alive! It’s Alive!” The votes are in: The Orcas movie pick is “Young Frankenstein” as the Odd Fellows Halloween Movie for Saturday October 28 at 6 pm! And it’s free! Then on October 31, … Continue reading
— from Doe Bay Music — Join island visitors and residents to share music, spoken word, and other performances on the night when we come together in that ancient ritual of community and communion. The Café is open from 5-10 pm and Open Mic begins at 7:30 pm. Come out and support O.I. Film … Continue reading
— by Ayn Gailey, Orcas Issues reporter — In November, there will be three Orcas Island School District (OISD) school board candidates on the ballot, all running unopposed. The candidates, John Fleming (District 1), Diane Boerstler (District 2) and Josh Culp (District 3) should bring interesting and diverse points of … Continue reading