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
K-4 Students to Present “Frozen Concert”
Thursday, December 18, 6:30 p.m., Orcas School Old Gym -- from Kristen Wilson -- More than 100 Orcas music students will remind us all what winter is supposed to be like when they present a
Guest Column: Hanukah as Celebration Over the Years
-- by David Kobrin -- The experience of every immigrant to this country is unique; and yet, all are the same. My father, Abe (may his memory be for a blessing), immigrated to the United
Raffle for Minke Whale Art at The Whale Museum
-- from Jenny Atkinson, Director, the Whale Museum -- Minke whale carving. Raffle will conclude when 75 tickets are sold, or on Jan 20,. 2015 The Whale Museum is holding a raffle for
USDA Confirms H5 Avian Flu in Whatcom Co.; No Human Spread Expected
-- by Lin McNulty, from U.S. Department of Agriculture -- The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic (HPAI) H5 avian influenza in
Ferry Reservation Frustration Blues: A Poem
-- by Caroline Buchanan -- UPGRADE I really don’t want it, need it I am happy with my finally familiar functional computer. But if I don’t get an account with Washington State Ferry Reservation System
In Memoriam: John Roselli
-- from Jay Kimball -- Beloved father, grandfather, partner, brother, cousin, and dear friend to so many, John Roselli passed away on November 10, 2014 at age 69. Born in Renton, he grew up in
Volunteer “Angels” Honored at the Senior Center
-- by Cara Russell -- [metaslider id=33522] “It’s a room full of angels,” said Didier Gincig, Volunteer Coordinator of Hearts and Hands, said at the Senior Center Volunteer Luncheon. On Saturday, December 13th, more than
Lighted Boat Parade!
Colored lights adorn boats for the Christmas Boat Parade -- from Michele Wiley -- On Sunday, December 21st, a Lighted Boat Parade will begin at 4:30 p.m. just southwest of the Orcas ferry
OPALCO Issues Members’ Capital Credit Checks
-- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- Were you a member of OPALCO in 1989? If so, you may be among the 4,158 people who will get a check from OPALCO later this month as
Here Comes Community Band Concert
Saturday, December 20, 2 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Karen Key Speck -- Orcas Island Community Band invites you to join with them in "Serious Fun" at their afternoon concert, Dec. 20 An
Letter to the Editor: Monday Night Meeting for Orca Relief
Monday, December 15, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Orcas Island Library -- from Bruce J. Stedman, Executive Director, Orca Relief Citizens’ Alliance ~ Hosted by Bruce & Christina Orchid ~ We all know
Ebey’s Reserve Citizens File Suit Against Realtors for Growler Noise
-- from Citizens of Ebey's Reserve -- This is to inform you that a class action law suit has been filed against realtors to recover lost property value for home owners under EA-18 Growler flight paths
Second Benefit Shows for The Exchange Coming Up
Saturday, December 20, 9 p.m., Lower Tavern -- from Pete Moe, Orcas Recycling -- On Saturday night, Dec. 20, Orcas’ own Splinters will be playing the Lower Tavern to benefit The Exchange. The Splinters, a
Rosario’s Christmas Trees Help Local Causes
Beauty and tradition combine to bring the Christmas spirit to the Rosario Mansion Christmas trees return to light up the Moran Mansion at Rosario Resort & Spa throughout the holidays until New Years
Senior Center Looking for New Manager
-- from Lois Cornell -- This rewarding and challenging part time position is primarily responsible for fundraising activities that support the Senior Center (like Granny's Attic) and efficient operation of the facility creating a welcoming
“A Christmas Carol” is Back at Orcas Center
-- a review by Cara Russell -- Christopher Evans and daughter Mona play Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim "No wind that blew was bitterer than he." It began in the dark, with the
