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
Jarman Withdraws from OPALCO Board Race
Bob Jarman had been asked if his name would appear on the ballot for District 1 OPALCO Board. He withdrew his name on Monday, March 17. by Bob Jarman It is with regret that I
State Accepting Grant Apps for Outdoor Rec & Conservation
Competition is tough! -- from Susan Zemek -- The state has begun accepting grant applications to build parks, trails boating facilities and shooting ranges, as well as grants to conserve wildlife habitat and working farms,
Letter to the Editor: Pete Would Say, “Carry It On!”
by Sharon Abreu & Mike Hurwicz Sharon Abreu welcomes the overflowing crowd to remember Pete Seeger's legacy Thank you so much to everyone who attended the Celebrate Pete Seeger Concert on March 16.
Sun Shines on St. Patrick’s Parade
-- by Margie Doyle -- Doe Bay resident Harry Patton led the parade with historic parade master and song leader Tony Lee. Parade Marshal and Fire and Rescue Chief Kevin O'Brien, with his son Colin
Renewable Energy Project Workshop in Mount Vernon
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Mount Vernon -- from Melanie Drecksel, USDA Rural Development -- Renewal Energy Projects such as solar panels and Energy Efficiency projects such as energy efficient coolers,
Final Day for Native Plant Orders
-- from Pegi Groundwater -- The deadline for submitting orders for this year’s San Juan County Master Gardeners Foundation’s Native Plant Sale has been extended through the end of the day, Tuesday, March 18. Order
Guest Editorial: Life is Rich with Shakespeare
-- by Patty Monaco -- Was Shakespeare the bane of your high school English existence? Do you still cringe at the drop of a “thither” or a “wherefore”? It’s about time you got over it!
Darvills Again to Host Spring Book Review
Tuesday, March 18, 5 p.m., Darvills Back by popular demand!! -- from Maurine Barnett -- Maurine and Jenny will once again "talk books" at the bookstore on Tuesday, March 18 at 5pm. Jenny brought back
Artists’ Career Guidance — Tips, Grants and Opportunities
Sunday, March 23, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Orcas Public Library -- from Nita Couchman of the Orcas Island Public Library -- Looking to give your arts career a boost? Artist Trust
Funhouse Commons Utilizes On-line Courses
The Funhouse Commons: Creating a Bridge to the Future with Online Classes -- from Krista Bouchey -- Times are not like they used to be... in a good way! With computers and technology, communication and
The Finns Honor their Patron Saint Today!
from the Lewis-Carlos Family ODE TO ST. URHO Finland's St. Urho! Ooksie, kooksie, kollme vee Santia Urho isa poy for me. He sase out ta hopper as pig as birds, Neffer peefor haff
No Need to Be of the Irish to Partake!
Monday, March 17, 11:30 a.m., Eastsound -- from Tony Lee -- The sun is shining on the Irish (we're all Irish today, even black dogs!) Come to the parade, lining up at Island Market
Senior Center Benefit Brunch
Saturday, March 22 ,10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Senior Center -- from Jane Heisinger -- There will be a Brunch at the Senior Center on March 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This meal
A New Face at the Food Bank
Tom Murdock, new Orcas Island Food Bank President -- by Madie Murray -- In a unanimous vote by the Orcas Island Food Bank Board, Tom Murdock was selected as the new President of
Pete Seeger Legacy Concert Sunday!
Sunday, March 16, 2:30-5:30 pm, Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from Sharon Abreu -- A Community Concert Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Pete Seeger! Let’s celebrate Pete’s legacy together! Bring songbooks (like "Rise Up Singing"
Letter to Editor: Join Me in Support of Levy
-- from Betty Corbett -- After having read a number of letters regarding our upcoming fire levy, I am not sure we have scratched the surface in knowing the support provided to our community by
