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
Letter to the Editor: Fire & Rescue Faces Significant Issues
Dear Editor, A number of important issues were addressed at the November 27 meeting of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue (OIFR) Department that I believe are of significant interest to the taxpayers of the
Lions Annual Christmas Ship Arriving Orcas Ferry Landing
Captain Don Wight with the Lions Christmas Ship From Jim Biddick The Orcas Island Lions club announces the arrival of the Lions Annual Christmas Ship on December 9, at 11 a.m. at the
Chamber Sponsors “Shop the Rock” Contest
From the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Share why you support local businesses and you might win $50. With the holiday shopping season underway, the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce offers its support of our
Montessori’s Candlelight Spiral Walk Creates “Tableau of Light”
Spiral Candlelight Walk, this year on Saturday at Odd Fellows Hall The 21st annual Candlelight Spiral Walk will take place on Saturday, December 8 at 2 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall. The entire
Leak Closes Eastsound Public Restrooms
From Lance Evans, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Executive Director A quick note regarding the Eastsound bathrooms at the Village Green. San Juan County has discovered a water leak in the area and needs to
Artists and Magicians Lead the Way this Weekend
Friday, Nov. 30 "Tidings of Joy" with Islands A Cappella at Rosario at 6 p.m. In the Music Room, seating is limited. Tickets available at Darvill’s Bookstore, $10. Celtic Christmas Concert with Windham Hill composer
Fire & Rescue Commissioners Hold Work Meeting
By Jennifer Cunningham Personnel, equipment and communications for fire and rescue operations took up the bulk of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District Commissioners work session on Nov. 27. Commission Chair Barbara Bedell opened
Islands a Cappella Sing of Good Cheer and Holiness
Islands a Cappella sing at Rosario Resort's Music Room, December 2011. The singers will perform there again on Friday, Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. The Islands a Cappella singing group, with members from
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Recycling Thanks All Supporters
To our friends and neighbors, to all of our supporters near and far afield: As you may have heard, on November 20th the San Juan County Council voted unanimously to enter into contract negotiations with
Count the Birds this Christmas!
Lopez Bird Counters, December 2011 By Barbara Jensen, President San Juan Islands Audubon Saturday, December 15 is the date for this year’s Christmas Bird Count (CBC) in the San Juan Islands. Over 60,000
Middle School Art Needs a Patron
Middle school students creating cardboard self-portraits in last spring's Visual Art Exploratory, led by Orcas artist Brook Meinhardt. From Orcas Open Arts Orcas Open Arts, a non-profit educational organization on Orcas since 1991,
Cheese-Making Class on Friday
Pre-registration required for WSU Extension Class From Candace Jagel, Ag Education Coordinator, WSU Extension San Juan County If you make cheese or would like to learn how, WSU Extension is offering a workshop this Friday—the
November Elections Certified — Highest State Turnout
The San Juan County Canvassing Board has certified the results of the November general election in San Juan County. Voter turnout in the county was 89.39% - less than the 91.49% turnout in the 2008
EDC offers Free Workshop on Business Planning & Financing
The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Tuesday, December 4, from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The business and financing
Houses Made of Wood and Light: Author to Speak at Darvill’s
Houses designed by Salt Spring Island architect Hank Schubart are the subject of Michele Dunkerley's book and talk at Darvill's on Dec. 5. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, author Michele Dunkerley will discuss
Auction Extended on Gingerbread “Eastsound”
A yummy Outlook Inn By Madie Murray Since the first of November, a charming display of gingerbread houses resembling various stores in downtown Eastsound have been on display at Islanders Bank. They were made
