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
Funhouse Commons Sponsors Fundraising Events for the 4th
From the Funhouse Commons VIP Seating for the 4th of July Fireworks Extremely limited seats available, front and center for the big show. We'll provide the unobstructed view on the Farish's private property across from
It’s Brown Bag Season!
It's again time for the popular Brown Bag Concert series at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish during July and August 2013. All concerts begin at 12 noon and end at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free although donations
Letter to the Editor – Thanks for One World
Many thanks to the wonderful Orcas community for your generous support, making this year’s One World Music Festival another successful event! The Funhouse Commons would like to thank Donna Laslo and Martin Lund for their
“Star Trek” Run Extended with “Great Gatsby”
Ken and Karen Speck outfitted for the Star Trek special running through this Saturday at the SeaView Theater From Karen Key Speck Due to popular demand, Sea View Theater has extended the run
It’s Safety First for the Fourth, Sheriff Says
from Sheriff Rob Nou Emphasis patrols will be on duty. With the Fourth of July holiday upon us, the islands will see increased activity—both on the islands and on the water. In order to keep
News Bites from the Food Bank
By Madie Murray Some exciting things have happened at the Orcas Island Food Bank in the past several weeks that we would like to share. Mykal Keyes hands $300 to Larry Shaw, Food Bank
Doe Bay Music: Ghosts I’ve Met
Friday, June 28, 7:30 p.m., Doe Bay Cafe and Saturday, June 29, 7:30 p.m., Doe Bay Yoga Studio Ghosts I’ve Met is a folk-Pop duo from Seattle. NPR described them as “quietly stunning” and “wistful
County to Hold Special Meeting – Workshop
Updated June 26 at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 27 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Friday Harbor From Ingrid Gabriel, SJ Council Clerk The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting Workshop
Editorial: Who Pays for the Party, Pays for the Bills
By Margie Doyle Wouldn't it indeed be nice if our highly-regarded non-profits, like those providing cultural expression and entertainment; permanent affordable housing; and exhibitions of our rich past—to name three outstanding island institutions—could make a
Student Chefs Cook with Christina
Left to right: Arla Sutton, Zora Leck, Sam Sutton, T J Liblik, Ricky Hughes and Kashi Campbell. Unable to attend: Evan King, Ingrid Hanson and Jefferson Freeman By Madie Murray Rainy days are
Plan to Attend Orcas CARES Workshop for Medical Emergencies
from Marla Johns Orcas Senior Center Thursday, June 27, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Orcas Senior Center The newly formed Orcas CARES Coalition, which includes representative from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue, Orcas Senior
Guest Editorial: What the Corps of Engineers’ Scoping Decision Means to NW Coal Terminals
Coal dust on the deck of a bulker loading at Westshore Terminals just south of Vancouver, B.C. Photo courtesy of Paul K. Anderson by Michael Riordan Last week coal-terminal advocates won an apparent
James Geoghegan Exhibit: One of Orcas’ Own
James T. Geoghegan of the pioneering Orcas family From the Orcas Island Historical Museum The Orcas Island Historical Museum features the James T. Geoghegan Exhibit now through July 25th. The exhibit theme,
Work with the San Juan Stewards
The Stewardship Network of the San Juans ( SNSJ) is seeking a part-time coordinator to begin July 15, 2013. SNSJ is a diverse coalition of organizations who envision a healthy, thriving ecosystem in the San
The Met Summer Encores Begin With Carmen
Friday, June 28, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center Roberto Alagna and Elina Garanca in Carmen. Photo: Ken Howard See and hear Bizet’s Carmen, the unforgettable opera of love, jealousy, and revenge – the most
Pie in the Sky — a Nice Way to Live
Teri and Don Murray at their desk in Deer Harbor By Margie Doyle Teri and Don Murray have been living their version of "Pie in the Sky" for over 25 years. Along the
