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
Actors Theater Raises Funds for the Exchange
Doug Bechtel presents a check for funds raised by Actors' Theater audiences to Hilary Canty of the Community Foundation. The funds will benefit the rebuilding of the Orcas Exchange. From Hilary Canty, Director
The Bowls Are Ready to Fill with Soup!
A colorful sampling of original bowls crafted by students; painted, fired and ready to serve you this Friday! By Madie Murray Whether you’re on your way to Skate Night, the movies, a lecture,
Cameron Schuh to Lead 2013 Co-op Youth Rally
2013 Youth Directors. Cameron Schuh is at center, back. Scholarship Application Deadline March 22 From Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) Orcas High School senior Cameron Schuh, a 2012 OPALCO scholarship recipient, was
Investigation Finds Human Error Caused $3M Ferry Incident
“Crews improperly set electrical circuits … the current melted vital parts of the inactive motor over a period of 40 minutes” From Washington State Department of Transportation A three-month safety investigation recently concluded that
March Madness Adult Basketball Tournament
From the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Saturday, March 16 there will be a March Madness Adult Basketball Tournament. Seven teams including off island teams will be participating. It will be in the K-8
County Public Works Holds Orcas Open House
Tuesday, March 19, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eastsound Fire Hall From the San Juan County Public Works Department San Juan County Public Works Department is holding an Informational Open House to talk with
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Shares My Concerns
To the Editor: I am writing in support of Lovel Pratt for San Juan County Council (District 1). The priorities she’s committed to speak to my concerns: a strong and sustainable local economy, advocacy for
Granny’s Attic Getting Ready to Open!
Donations open on March 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center From the Orcas Island Senior Center Granny’s Attic Sale is just around the corner. This is one of the largest
Lasagna’s on the Menu for Community Dinner Tomorrow
From Sandy Harris Tuesday, March 12, will be the last Community Dinner at Orcas Christian School for 2013. This free, all-you-can eat Italian meal will be served from 5 to 7:30 p.m. On the menu
Exciting Times at the Senior Center
By Stephen Bentley, Chair, Senior Services Advisory Committee These are exciting times at the Orcas Island Senior Center. On a recent Monday morning a class of aspiring writers gathered to share their work in the
Francesca da Rimini Tells of Arranged Marriage and Tragic Love
A tragic romance described in Dante's Inferno is the subject of the opera Francesca da Rimini A rare revival of the ravishingly beautiful production of Zandonai’s Francesca da Rimini will be streamed to
Seed Sharing, Roundtable, Keynote Speech and Contra Dance Fill Agricultural Summit
Saturday, March 16 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Friday Harbor The San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 16, for all things agricultural, including:
Deer Harbor Planners Meet Wednesday
The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee Public Meeting will be held at the Deer Harbor Community Center from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13. The Deer Harbor Community Center is located at 4319
Community Honors Marilyn Anderson at Music Concert
Marilyn Anderson at School Music Benefit Concert. Photo courtesy of Kristen Wilson. By Hilary Canty, Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation Marilyn Anderson, one of the founding members of the Music Advocacy Group (MAG)
Arts Council to Explore Improving Economy Through the Arts
March 19, Outlook In, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. San Juan County Arts Council is presenting free workshops in March to explore the impact and potential of the arts on the local economy. The Arts Commission of
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Shows Overall Leadership
Rick has run, has won, is our current sitting Councilman, and is now running again for the seat of Councilman for San Juan County District #2. As a local property and business owner Rick has
