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
PeaceHealth and Regence Reach New Agreement
From PeaceHealth and Regence PeaceHealth and Regence reached a new two-year agreement [on June 16]. The contract ensures Regence members can continue to receive their care at PeaceHealth at in-network rates. The new contract begins
Museum Celebrates the 4th with Historical Days
Thursday July 4, starting at 11 a.m. on the Village Green From Karen Meng, Orcas Historical Society Hooray for Historical Days—a day-long event filled with activities for families, tourists, and kids of all ages. Historical
OPALCO to Discuss Change in Broadband Direction Wednesday
Wednesday Jun 19 at 5 p.m. at the Senior Center OPALCO has a vision for broadband in San Juan County: true high-speed Internet service for all islanders. The plan that was proposed in February 2013—to
One World Music Fest Returns
Martin Lund's annual Funhouse Commons benefit will highlight jazz this year. Friday & Saturday, June 21 & 22 at 7:30pm - The Orcas Center from Donna Laslo JAZZ – “America’s Greatest Cultural Achievements”
Obituary: Daniel Kevin Page, 1960-2013
Dan Page, 1960-2013 Born: Brawley California, September 24, 1960 Died: San Luis Obispo, California Wednedsday June 12, 2013 Dan was raised and schooled in San Luis Obispo. He attended Sinsheimer Elementary and San
Tuesday Council Meeting: Hearings, Storm Water and Waste Disposal
The regular meeting of the County Council on Tuesday, June 18 will include public hearings regarding: Applications and Grant Allocations for Public Facilities Financial Assistance Program (PFFAP) – Milene Henley, Auditor; Debbie Emery, Administrative Coordinator
SeaView Theater Shows Star Trek Special
The Specks at the 2012 San Francisco Trek Convention where Ken and Karen Speck made the semi finals dressed as Starfleet Captains. For 7 Nights! June 21-27, 8 p.m. at SeaView Theater By Karen
Orcas High School Graduates: Go, Do, Become
By Margie Doyle Ana Ledgerwood, Co-Valedictorian Orcas High School Class of 2013 Orcas High School’s Class of 2013 held Commencement Exercises on Saturday, June 15, marked by a full-on band, led by Martin
Writers Roundtable: John Friedmann’s Poetry
The Writers Roundtable, scheduled for Saturday, June 22, will feature John Friedmann discussing "This Is My Poetry" John will be reading from his own poems, interspersed with poetry that has been meaningful for him over
The Art of Our Furry Friends
Parkside by Jaime Ellsworth, oil From Ruth Offen WaterWorks Gallery is pleased to present the oil paintings of Jamie Ellsworth and the bronze & mixed media sculptures of Barbara Duzan. Both artists, multiple
Cybersecurity: Secure Your Internet Experience
Thursday, June 20, 6 p.m., Orcas Library by Martin Arnold Please join Paul Losleben and Tony Ghazel for a valuable discussion on Cyber-security at 6 pm Thursday, June 20 at the Orcas Island Public Library.
Celebration of Success: Prelude to Commencement
Commencement ceremonies will be Saturday, June 15 at 2 p.m. at the High School Gym The Class of 2013 at Friday’s Celebration of Success. By Margie Doyle This year’s Celebration of Success
Senior Center Seeking Instructors
By Marla Y. Johns, Orcas Island Senior Services Coordinator With a generous grant from OICF, the Orcas Island Senior Center is accepting applications/proposals for classes, seminars, and activity leaders for the 2013-14 year. If you
Orcas Firefighters Extinguish Brush Fire
Orcas Firefighters put out brush fire in Orcas Highlands. Kevin K. O'Brien Fire Chief/CEO Thursday, June 12, at approximately 7:10 p.m., OIFR firefighters were dispatched to the Orcas Highlands neighborhood for the report
Ranker-Ericksen Broker Jobs-Environment Bill into Law
From Senator Kevin Ranker's Office In broad bipartisan votes [June 13th], the Senate and House of Representatives approved a bill – subsequently signed into law by the governor – to create jobs and improve Washington’s
Volunteers Make the World Go Round!
Orcas Elementary Students and the many volunteers who help them Following announcements of Spirit Week Awards (can you guess today was "Pink Day?") Orcas Elementary School celebrated its volunteers this morning in the
