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
OPAL Recognized for Exceptional Board Leadership
Allen Smith, OPAL Board President, with Wally Gudgell, recipient of the winner of the "Peter Fisher Award for dedication to the cause of fair housing on Orcas Island," OPAL Community award, in May 2011.
Interested in Marine Technology? Apply for Scholarships Now!
By Margie Doyle Thanks to the San Juan County Economic Development Council, scholarships in career change and advancement are available to eight motivated persons. Recent high school graduates and those workers looking for a career
Letter to the Editor: Mayor Murphy’s Election Benefits Children’s House
I'm Murphy, the new Honorary Mayor of Eastsound and I'm excited about my new position serving the Orcas Island Community. First, I want to thank April for her "outstanding" job as mayor and I wish
County-wide Power Failure after Friday the 13th Thunderstorms
Summer lightening, July 13, Orcas Island. Photo courtesy of Patty Pirnack-Hamilton After molar-rattling thunderstorms and intermittent power outages on Friday evening, July 13, OPALCO power and light cooperative reported at 9:18 p.m.
Letter to the Editor: Rutledge Family Benefit Thanks You!
Thank you SO much to everyone who contributed to the Rutledge Family Benefit Auction at Rosario Resort. It was incredible to see the turn out and support for Peter and his family. From donors to
“Translating Rilke” at the Writer’s Roundtable
The Writer’s Roundtable, monthly writer's group, will meet July 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Island Public Library. The topic for this month will be "Translating Rilke" by John Friedmann. Rainer Maria
Guest Column: Thunder Makes for a Scairdy-Dog Story
By Bea vonTobel Last night, or rather this morning, thunder and lightning started through the area, reminding me of summers growing up in Ohio. We had house guests, long-time family friends, who had come for
Letter to the Editor: Children’s House Thanks All Participants in Mayoral Election
Congratulations to our new Mayor Murphy, the Portuguese Water Dog! And a huge thanks to all of the supporters, candidates, voters and businesses that helped make the Children’s House 4th Annual Honorary Mayoral Race a
Gaylord Argues in Favor of Public Safety Tax
Following are the prepared remarks of San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney Randall Gaylord Presented to the San Juan County Council on July 10, 2012: “On the Public Safety Sales Tax and Early 2013 Budget
OIFR Responds to Fire on Turtleback Mountain
By Kevin O'Brien On the morning of July 13, 2012 at 4:04 a.m., Orcas Island Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a fire on Turtleback Mountain following an electrical storm that passed over
Chamber Music Festival at 15 Years: Partnership with Library Enhances Outdoor Concert
Jack Prelutsky, whimsical children's poet. Photo by Yuen Lui By Margie Doyle "Carnival of the Animals" highlighted with two pianos and children's poet at Chamber Music Festival's Concert on the Village Green The
Orcas Shuttle Bus Back
From the San Juan Scenic Byway Project Missed the bus? No time to pick up friends at the ferry? Too busy to give relatives the island tour? Arrived by private boat or airplane? Don’t worry!
“Five Lights by Sea” Special Tour
From Eclipse Charters Lighthouse enthusiasts and nature lovers! Eclipse Charters is offering the "Five Lights By Sea" tour July 14 at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Orcas Express. Travel through the heart of
Dog Agility Course Offered on Orcas
Lesley Liddle has the Dog Agility course up and running over at Camp Orkila this summer. To be eligible to participate your dog must have basic obedience skills and be non-aggressive around other people and
Solid Waste Meeting on Orcas Cancelled
From the San Juan County Department of Public Works The Vendor Selection Committee meeting for the Orcas Island Solid Waste Site scheduled for Friday, July 13, 2012 at the Orcas Landing Conference Room has been
World War II Memories at the Senior Center
Leo "Bud" Kempfer and Robert Butler on R & R in Rockhampton, Australia. Collection of Jacqueline Kempfer By Jacqueline Kempfer A new exhibit, "WORLD WAR II, Memories and Memorabilia" is now on
