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Two more ‘pawliticians’ vie for top dog
Two additional contenders in the Honorary Mayor of Eastsound race are currently collar-to-collar with only a handful of votes separating them. While the outcome is still too early to predict, many believe one of the canines holding the middle will come out top dog. Panda is working hard for her votes – often seen Saturdays at the Farmers’ Market chatting up constituents and exchanging Panda Cupcakes for votes. The mayoral race is an annual fundraiser spon-
sored by and benefiting Children’s House. Voting is open to both islanders and visitors, who “buy” candidates into office placing as many votes as they want at area polling locations or online. Each vote benefits the toddler and preschool children of Children’s House. The race concludes July 6. Follow an ongoing dialogue between all the candidates at orcasislandmayor. wordpress.com. For voters wanting to make an informed decision, here’s a closer look at two of the
early leaders. Candidate: Panda Sponsor: Orcas Book Exchange Manager: Vala Ross Campaign slogan: “A Bark You Can Believe In” Party affiliation: Cascadia Separatist The Dog Scoop: Panda is a three-year-old Pomeranian Chihuahua (Pom-Chi). She is running as a Cascadia Separatist, believing in healthy bioregions and “tiny” impact on the planet. She loves kids and cats, since they are both as small and cute as she. Panda believes in holistic childrearing, healthy food, kidfriendly environments, cooperative play and outdoor experience. Check out “Panda’s Picks” at Orcas Book Exchange She especially promotes early childhood education, since that is the future that all of us will depend on. Panda’s signature trick is getting up on her back legs and spinning in a circle (like a little ballerina) for a treat.
Candidate: Jinjer Sponsor: Orcas Island Children’s House Owner/Manager: Jenny Hovelman and Patrick and Erin Bennett Campaign slogan: “Equal Rights and a Voice for All Species” Party affiliation: Beagalitarian The Dog Scoop: Islandbred, island-grown and a lifetime resident for 13 years, Jinjer is cherished as a classroom pet at the Children’s House preschool as well as a tasty tidbit or two dropped on the floor. An avid sports fan, Jinjer was in her youth the mascot for our very own Vikings football team. As a Beagalitarian, she believes in equality and a voice for all species. She also believes in the power of group decision-making and that our State Parks should keep their natural beauty. Jinjer wants her constituents to know a vote for her is an honest and trustworthy vote – and that she had nothing to do with the missing hamburger!
PET OF THE WEEK
Kittens! There are over a dozen of us having a great time at the shelter, but we’re old enough to go to our new homes. Tabbies of all stripes, tuxedos and more, quiet or feisty boys and girls, one of us will probably put a tiny paw on your heart. Come meet and play with us any day between 2 and 5 p.m.; call 376-6777 or go to www.orcaspets.org. P.S. There are several dogs and grown-up cats here too.
‘Cybersecurity’ talk at library The following was submitted by the Orcas Island Public Library Join Paul Losleben and Tony Ghazel for a valuable discussion on Cybersecurity at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20 at the Orcas Island Public Library. Our daily life, economic vitality, and national security depend on a stable, safe, and resilient cyberspace. We rely on this vast array of networks to communicate and travel, power our homes, run our economy, and provide government services. Yet, cyber intrusions and attacks have increased dramatically over the last decade, exposing sensitive personal and business information, disrupting critical operations, and imposing high costs on the economy.
According to Chris Morris on CNBC.com: “the past month hasn’t been a good one for people concerned about online privacy. First, hackers stole personal information from 100 million accounts at Sony, then Symantec announced that Facebook might have accidentally leaked its users’ information to advertisers and third parties for several years without realizing it.” “The breaches,” Morris continues, “coupled with some high-profile credit card hacks attacks, have people worried – and rightfully so. If they’re not safe with some of the biggest holders of personal data around, is their data safe anywhere?” Losleben is a retired research sci-
entist living on Orcas Island. Before retiring in 2001, Paul was a Senior Research Scientist at Stanford University for 12 years, where he managed advanced research programs in computing, nanofabrication, and the Internet. Prior to this, he managed a national research program at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency following a 20-year career at the National Security Agency. Ghazel is currently and has been involved in the computer industry since 1980, and has lived on Orcas since 1997. After working in computer start-ups and with major industry leaders, he became involved in the medical imaging field until moving to Orcas and starting a consulting firm.
Seaweed harvesting class Food Masters presents “Seaweed Harvesting: A Ramble On The Beach” with Ryan Drum on Monday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or stay until 2-ish for a little more harvesting, optional) at Camp Orkila. Participants are encouraged to meet at the Main (North) Parking Lot at Camp Orkila no later than 10 a.m. so they can head to the beach as a group. The following will be cov-
ered: • Identification of various species of seaweed. • Methods of harvesting, processing and storing sea vegetables for year round use. • Important medicinal and protective qualities of sea vegetables. • Facts about sea vegetables and their many uses. Bring water, sturdy sandals or rubber boots if possible.
If you wish to harvest seaweed to take home, obtain a seaweed/shellfish harvesting license online or from the sporting goods store in Eastbound and bring a bucket, several plastic bags, and a small knife. The cost is $30; limited work trade options available upon inquiry. To register, contact Learner Limbach foodmasters.orcas@gmail.com or 376-4048.
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