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
Letter to Editor: Consider Cannabis as Agricultural Crop
-- from Denise Clark, Lopez Island -- Since the discussion regarding growing marijuana in San Juan County is complicated and multi-faceted, I would like to start a conversation with one concern at this time. I
Orcas Has Talent Rides Again!
Prepare for Jan. 24 at the Grange Orcas loves talent and the dates are set for the 2015 “Orcas Has Talent” shows. Auditions will be held at the Grange on Jan. 24th where a panel
Here it Comes: Reservations and New Winter Schedule
Winter sailing schedule starts Dec. 28, reservations now available to San Juan Islands -- from Washington State Ferries -- Seasonal service adjustments and the start of vehicle reservations to the San Juan Islands usher in
Do the Polar Bear Plunge 2015 : Disco Dive
Polar Bear Plunge 2015 : Disco Dive -- by Martin Taylor -- Be Orcas and be alive on New Year’s Day 2015! Revel in a wonderful Orcas Tradition: Orcas Island Rowing's “Polar Bear
Have Yourself a Merry Christmas — Traditional or Otherwise!
-- by Margie Doyle -- Those of us Boomers, born 1946-1964, can’t help but have had an “ideal”, Norman Rockwell-Donna Reed Christmas image burnished in our memory of what Christmas celebration is all about –
Park and Recreation Seeks Program Coordinator
-- from Marcia West -- This is a permanent part-time position averaging 25 hours per week. The position includes a wide range of programing and administrative tasks and requires coordination with volunteer coaches and instructors.
The Christmas Story in Music with Susan Osborn
-- by Margie Doyle -- Susan Osborn Densmore's time-honored Victorian Valley Chapel performances return next week Susan Osborn will once again open the Victorian Valley Chapel to islanders to experience the music and
Letter to Editor: The Place at Cayou Cove to Close
But the Binfords will stay -- from Charles & Valerie Binford -- After 18 years of serving our many guests from around the world, The Place At Cayou Cove is closing its doors. The time
Guest Column: Happy Holidays and the “Elephant in the Room”
You Can Help the Nels Moulton-Cathy Faulkner Family -- by Cathy Faulkner -- Cathy Faulkner, Nels Moulton, and son Trevor (Note: Below is an excerpt of a recent post on giveforward.com providing an
Michele Wiley Expands Insurance Business
Michele Wiley at the Harvest Feast this October. -- by Margie Doyle , updated Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m.-- Michele Wiley -- island daughter, committed community volunteer and successful businesswoman -- has moved
Gathering in Light
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., 128 Scenic Lane -- from David Lutz -- Join us for a weekly Gathering of Light to explore knowledge and techniques for deep awakening. Experience a direct route to fulfillment, inner peace,
Grow Your Heart with Orcas Island’s Little Ones!
Celebrating the Holidays with Orcas Island’s Early Childhood Programs -- by Mariah Miller – [metaslider id=33552] Orcas Island is home to four diverse Early Childhood Education programs. Each school is unique in how it prepares
Doe Bay Internet Assoc. Connects Fast!
-- by Chris Brems -- An aerial view of DBIUA’s current wireless Internet service in Doe Bay, with microwave connection from the mainland. With reported download speeds of over 30mbps and upload speeds
Week Before / After Christmas: Not a Growler Will be Stirring
December 21, 2014 through January 1, 2015 -- from Mike Welding, Public Affairs Officer -- Graphic NOT copyright U.S. Navy. A purely Orcas Issues greeting. Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP) operations for aircraft
How Are We Doing? Auditor Checks In
-- from County Auditor F. Milene Henley -- This is a very late third quarter financial report. It’s been a tough one to write, in part because I’ve been busy with the 2015 budget. But
Chamber Music Festival Names New Executive Director
-- from Joyce Stone -- Leslie Rae Schmitz, new Chamber Music Festival Executive Director The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslie Rae Schmitz to Executive Director
