Here’s a thought…
“Don’t ask me who’s influenced me. A lion is made up of the lambs he’s digested, and I’ve been reading all my life.”
GIORGOS SEFERIS
Children’s House Coupon Book Offers Savings
-- from Susan Anderson -- Orcas Island Children’s House is selling coupon books, featuring more than $500 in discounts offered by local businesses. Go Orcas! includes nearly 100 coupons (valid through May 2016) featuring savings on dining,
Jami Mitchell Leads Senior Center Non-profit
Jami Mitchell -- by Margie Doyle -- "I love my new job!" Jami Mitchell says unabashedly. She works every day, 25 hours a week as the Senior Center Manager, to be "a support
Set Your Sights on Ciders and Meads!
-- by Madie Murray -- Admission includes your own commemorative taster glass! Mark your calendars and invite your friends! On Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. the big white tasting tent will be
Orcas Throngs to its Energy Fair 2015
-- by Margie Doyle, updated June 9 at 8 a.m. -- [metaslider id=37345] Kelsy Green and Linda Lyshall of the San Juans Conservation District greet visitors to the Oprcas Island Energy Fair The
Noted Speakers at Annual Economics Luncheon
-- from the San Juan County Economic Development Council -- Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for the 6th Annual EDC Economics Luncheon with Dr. Hart Hodges, Director of Western Washington University’s Center
Weight Watchers Get Happy
-- by Carol Kulminski -- This summer, members of Orcas Weight Watchers will explore the science of happiness, also known as positive psychology. Why? Findings from the field of happiness research indicate that when we
There’s a New Sergeant in Town
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- San Juan County Sheriff's Office new Orcas Sergeant, Herb Crowe. On June 1st 2015, I promoted long time Deputy and Orcas Island resident Herb Crowe to the position
Lund and Friends Again Celebrate “One World”
Friday and Saturday, June 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Center -- from Regina Zwilling -- Get ready for another round of Martin Lund’s “One World Music Celebration”! This year’s show will take you
Tales, Tastes and Tidbits, June 25th
A unique event you won't want to miss. -- from Madie Murray -- What could be better than enjoying a good story while sipping fine spirits and nibbling delicious nosh? A unique fundraiser
Appraisal Fair to Accompany Museum Historical Days Celebration
-- from Maggie Vinson -- Orcas Island Historical Museum will again be holding their annual Historical Days Fair this July 3rd on the Eastsound Village Green. This year’s Historical Days Fair will include an Antiques Roadshow-inspired Appraisal
Letter to the Editor: Senior Center Thanks OICF and Volunteers
-- from Jami Mitchell, Senior Center Manager -- Thank you Orcas Island Community Foundation and everybody that supported their grant cycle. The Orcas Senior Center is extremely grateful for a grant of $6,160 to support
Update on Ben Nuñez and West Sound Lumber Company
-- from Eleanor Hoague -- Ben Nuñez, at work at Helsell's Sawmill In short, there is good news. After a long and hard-fought battle, Ben Nuñez is not being deported by ICE
Cancer Support Group Meeting
Thursday, June 11 at 5 p.m. at Community Church -- by Carol Kulminski -- Research shows that an individual’s outcomes are better with supportive persons, families, and/or groups providing encouragement. Our goal is to provide
American Pen Women Reach Out to Islanders
Friday, June 19, 10 a.m. to noon, Orcas Library -- from Sara Williams -- What's the Story? It's a round-table discussion of the craft of writing and the business of publishing. Two American Pen Women
Come to Orcas Island Rowing Pizza Plus Fundraiser!
-- by Martin Taylor -- The Spring 2015 Orcas Island Rowing Team returning home after the NW Junior Regional Regatta in Vancouver, WA Please join Orcas Island Junior Rowing Club for Their Annual
Fire and Safety Demonstration
Thursday, June 11 at 4:30 p.m. at Madrona Point Insurance, Eastsound -- from Michele Wiley -- Madrona Point Insurance would like invite you to join us for an evening of fire safety and extinguisher training.
