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Class on starting and growing a business offered by Lopez family resource center

The Lopez Island Family Resource Center is offering “Starting and Growing a Great Business” on Oct. 29 and 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lopez Library.

Fall farmers market moves inside to Odd Fellows Hall

Tomatoes are still in season, just barely, and winter vegetables for keeping are coming on strong. The Orcas Island Farmers Market heads inside to the Odd Fellows Hall for the entire month of October. Fall hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

San Juan Islands Featured in 'Where to Retire' magazine

The San Juan Islands have been selected by "Where to Retire," a magazine geared toward helping people with retirement relocation decisions, as a top retirement destination and will be profiled in the feature story “8 Treasured Islands for Serene Living.”