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.”
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April Poetry: On Crescent Beach
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. ON CRESCENT BEACH by David Kobrin for Dave
Finicky Eaters Cooking Class/Raffle
From Children's House Students at Children's House When children turn up their noses at mealtime, parents often turn on the pressure to make sure they’ll eat – brewing instead a sure-fired recipe for
Regional Teacher/Author Discusses Children’s Novel at Darvill’s
Saturday, April 13, 2 p.m., Darvills Bookstore. The Pig War by Mark Holtzen Seattle teacher and author Mark Holtzen will be available to sign and discuss his children’s book, The Pig War, in
Student Chefs Invite All to Tasty Dinner Tonight
Student chefs Arla Sutton, left, and Zora Leck invite the public to test their own carnitas and other Mexican dishes at the Student Chef Dinner from 4 to 6 this afternoon in the public
April Poetry: Trying to Draw the Sea
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. TRYING TO DRAW THE SEA by Shannon Borg
Letter to the Editor: Jarman Successful in Real-World Enterprises
Our leaders in Olympia have issued a statement endorsing Lovel Pratt for the San Juan Island residency district. It hews closely to Ms. Pratt's principal campaign talking point: her connections and advocacy for County issues
Eastsound Achieves Arts Accolades
Chosen as one of America’s Top Twelve Small-Town Artplaces From the San Juan Visitors Bureau Eastsound Village on Orcas Island is in excellent company. Along with culturally vibrant towns such as Taos , NM
County Responds: “Split Decision from Judge” on Ballot Lawsuit
From Stan Matthews County Interim Information Technology Manager Last week, San Juan Superior Court Judge Donald Eaton issued a letter ruling that the county’s ballot tracker software should be certified by the Secretary of State.
Funhouse Commons to Offer First-ever Trail Run on Turtleback!
From the Funhouse Commons Spectacular view from top of Turtleback Mountain. Photo by Pete Moe On April 21 The Funhouse Commons will present a 15k (nine-mile) trail & road run in and around
Orcas Recycling Services Announces Positions
Orcas Recycling Services (ORS) announces openings for two positions. ORS is seeking a Scalehouse Attendant for Orcas Transfer Station. Responsibilities include communicating with customers, assessing incoming materials and processing transactions. Requires reliability, people skills, integrity,
Indian Island Stars at Senior Center Art Exhibit
Indian Island is represented by land and by sea in this month's exhibit at the Senior Center From Jacqueline Kempfer This beautiful, informative exhibit features paintings and photography of Indian Island combined with
April Poetry: Oh, Well
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. OH, WELL! by Jan Koltun I’d like to
Orcas Music Students Shine Again in Bellingham
High school string students receive a Superior-plus rating Orcas School Music Students Gain a Regional Reputation for Excellence By Kristen Wilson for Music Advocacy Group (MAG) If you have kept up with school
Free Veggie Potluck and Movie Nights
From the Orcas Veggie Club The Orcas Veggie Club has been learning the crucial science surrounding the importance of eating more plant-based whole foods. Therefore, on the second Thursday of every month at 6 pm, starting this Thursday, April
Seminar on the Constitution and the Founding Fathers
Thursday, April 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Friday Harbor By Minnie Kynch A seminar dedicated to that generation of resolute Americans we call the Founding Fathers. Author, performer and lecturer, Bill Norton
Orcas Middle School Earns Achievement Award
Orcas Island School District's Elementary/Middle School Principal Kyle Freeman was notified by Randy Dorn, Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction this week that Orcas Island Middle School has earned the 2012 Washington Achievement Award. Washington
