Love in the dunes | Natural History with Russel Barsh and Madrona Murphy
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Abronia, the sand-verbenas or wild lantanas, is a genus of about 20 species of annual or perennial herbaceous plants in the family Nyctaginaceae.
February 21, 2012
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Happy Not So … Fat Tuesday!
My King Cake!I know this is an overused phrase but I can't believe how fast this year is flying! The month of February is almost over and I must admit I've had the hardest time trying to keep to any sort of routine this year. It just seems like one thing after another - holiday ... feast ......
Mireille Paulson Spotlight on Seniors
Like many Lopezians, Mireille Paulson gardens avidly, but the concept of roots stuck in earth means more to her than to most. After a childhood of accidental exile from her family, and a working life of astounding travel mileage, Mireille has made Lopez a place to sink her own roots and grow.
February 21, 2012
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Gluten Free Grilled White, Black and Red Sandwich
Today is just one of those days ...
a grilled crispy melty sandwich kind of day!
I love sandwiches! They remind me of weekends and summer picnics as a child.
I remember sitting around the table at my grandparents house and it was a production.
All of the ingredients laid out on the table and the fresh bag of...
Wooden Boats — Spirits on the Water: slides and stories from Peter Fromm
Sailor, photographer and storyteller Peter Fromm will tell stories and show slides of wooden boats and the people who love them, Wednesday, Feb. 29, 7 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center Peter.
Public meetings to discuss impact of Citizens United Supreme Court decision on our representative democracy
A series of public meetings will be held the weekend of Feb. 25-26 to discuss the impact of the Citizens United Supreme Court decision on our representative democracy.
San Juan Islands Audubon Christmas 2011 Bird Count tallies 25,742 birds
The San Juan Islands Audubon Christmas 2011 Bird Count tallied a total of 25,742 birds of 123 species with the help of 74 observers in the field.
Elephant seals moving to Lopez Island, again?
Elephant seals almost completely change their hair coat and the outer layers of skin once a year, usually in the spring or summer. Lopez Elephant Seal Again or LESA was way out of season, she looked disgusting and she smelled about the way she looked. Elephant seals occasionally use San Juan County beaches during molt, but most prefer the warmer climates of Mexico or California. Lolling around in the snow, I suspect she regretted her choice; those southern beaches are much more appealing.
February 15, 2012
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BREAKING GF NEWS! Beecher’s "World’s Best" GLUTEN FREE Mac and Cheese
I will say it again because I am so thrilled to actually say it ...
Beecher's "World's Best" GLUTEN FREE Mac and Cheese
is now available at
Beecher's Flagship Store - Pike Place Market - Seattle, WA
Pasta and Company - U Village - Seattle, WA
Pasta and Company - Bellevue, WA
$13. 95 18 oz - serves 2 - 4
1%...
A Little Bit of Wisdom
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Time exchange initiative ready for name and motto
The time exchange initiative is now ready to adopt a name and motto; this will be accomplished through an informal county-wide ballot. A temporary webpage has been set up with the ballot link at: www.VisionOnOrcas.com.
February 7, 2012
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