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
A New Vision and A New Priest for Emmanuel
-- by Stewart Mehlman -- Berto Gándara Emmanuel Episcopal Parish of Orcas Island is getting ready to welcome their new priest. The Rev. Berto Gándara will begin his ministry on Sunday, August 17th.
Olga Daze: A Fun Celebration for a Great Cause
Saturday, July 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Olga Community Center and Park -- from Jan Ehrlichman -- Olga Daze Raffle of this stunning handmade quilt by Betty Marcum. Raffle tickets will be available
County Arts Council & ArtsWA Host All-Artists Forum
July 16 from noon to 2 p.m. at the San Juan Community Theatre, Friday Harbor -- Rides from the ferry can be arranged -- Washington State Arts Commission and the San Juan County Arts
Council Expected to Propose Continuation of Tax Levy Authorization
-- from San Juan County Communications -- During its July 14 meeting, the San Juan County Council will discuss placing a property tax measure on the November election ballot. If approved by voters, the issue
County Fair Superintendents Needed. NOW!
-- from Reve Shannon -- The County Fair is in critical need of superintendents for the Fine Art Department and the Photography Department. Both Superintendents and Judges are needed for the two departments. “It will
New Lutheran Pastor to be Installed
Sunday July 20, 2014 -- from Bea vonTobel -- The Rev. Beth Purdum You are Cordially Invited to the Installation of The Rev. Beth Purdum to the office of Pastor of the Lutheran
Chamber Music Festival’s First-Ever Date Night
Saturday, August 9, 5:30 pm, Orcas Center -- from Joyce Stone -- Pablo Ziegler Classical Tango Quartet Would you like to attend a fabulous concert at the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, but
Crow Valley String Band Comes to Random Howse Tonight
Friday, July 11, 6:30-8:30 pm, Random Howse -- from Jim Litch -- Crow Valley String Band plays at Random Howse, Friday, July 11 The Crow Valley String Band has been traveling this summer,
Book Lust’s Nancy Pearl is Back!
Nancy Pearl, the world-famous Seattle Library Lady, comes to Orcas Island! -- from Kathleen Lunde -- If you'd like your summer reading to take you beyond the beaten path, librarian Nancy Pearl is
It Can’t Rain on Our Parade
-- by Cara Russell -- UPDATED: 10:25 a.m., Thursday, July 10: Yes, it rained on the 4th and 5th of July, but did that stop people from coming out? Heck no! Saturday, July 5th was
Kaleidoscope Annual Sale Offers Many “Finds”
Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at Kaleidoscope Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center holds its Annual Yard Sale, happening Saturday, July 12. "There's a little bit of everything," says Director Amber Paulsen.
Actors Theater to Present Three Viewings at Random Howse
Thursday, July 17 and Friday, July 18 at 7 pm at Random Howse -- from Doug Bechtel -- Next up in The Actors Theater “Summer at Random Howse” Readers Theater/Dinner Theater series is Jeffrey Hatcher's
Matthew’s Magic Show Delights SeaView Audiences
-- a review by Cara Russell -- A preshow barbeque held in the SeaView Theatre parking lot led to a well-fed audience of happy parents accompanying kids with mustard-lined smiles. Nearly every seat was filled
Calling All Teen Filmmakers!
-- from Krista Bouchey -- This year the Funhouse Commons, the Orcas Center, and the Orcas Island Library are teaming up to participate in the Reel Youth Film Festival. Reel Youth, based in Vancouver B.C.,
County Council Approves ORS/The Exchange Price Increases
-- from Pete Moe, Director, Orcas Recycling Services -- On July 1, the San Juan County Council voted to approve a range of price adjustments requested by Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange. The prices, which were
JP and the OK Rhythm Boys to Play Concert in the Park
Sunday, July 13, 5–7 p.m., Village Green -- from Anita Orne -- Pack up your picnic basket, blanket, sun hat, and toe-tapping shoes, and join JP, Gordon, and Anita as JP and the OK Rhythm
