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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We Love a Parade! Thanks Chamber & Community!
"Celebrating Orcas Farms" was the theme of the Parade. All entries went to support the Eastsound Fireworks Display on July 4th. We were lined up from Pioneer Park at North Beach Road to
Guest Opinion: Sales Tax Good Way to Share Costs of Public Safety
By Randall Gaylord San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney Your County Council has unanimously approved an ordinance supported by judges, prosecutors, sheriffs, clerks and Town of Friday Harbor officials for a local sales tax with proceeds
Tony Lee’s Einstein Performance Comparable to Big Bang
A Review by Lin McNulty Einstein in contemplation. Photo: Chris Thomerson Tony Lee as Einstein was a match made from the depths of a quantum formula. Einstein: A Stage Portrait is a sweet,
Kids’ Workshops Coming to Emmanuel Episcopal
By Karen Russell of Emmanuel Episcopal Parish There are still a few places left for “The Children’s Story Path,” a playful exploration of “journey” for 5-12 year olds, is happening at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish from
State Wants to Hear Your Voice on Transportation
from the State Transportation Commission We wanted to let you know that the Transportation Commission has launched the Voice of Washington State (VOWS) and we encourage you to join the discussion. A DOWNLOADABLE PRESS RELEASE
“Listening in Tongues” –Traveling Quaker To Visit Local Group
By River Malcolm Islanders with an interest in Friends (Unprogrammed Quakers) are warmly encouraged to join us (a local meditation group with Quaker leanings) Saturday, July 14, for 30 minutes of silence followed by 30
Hot Weekend on the Old Island
Friday, July 6 Soul & Funk music at Agave with DJ Bruce Pavitt, beginning at 9 p.m.. Come early for dinner and drinks and stay for music and dancing! Don Giovanni, an Encore presentation starring
Orcas Island Rowing Offers 2nd Beginning Sculling (Rowing) Class
Surprises and smiles abound! By Martin Taylor Orcas Issues Community Journalist Orcas Island Rowing (OIR) is offering a 2nd beginning sculling (rowing) class for adults this summer. Rowing is a great sport. It
OPALCO Progress Report on Broadband Initiative
As OPALCO’s Board continues to study the feasibility of the Broadband Initiative, progress is being made. At our last report, there were three major contingencies to address before the Board could consider a vote on
Community Zip Line Announcement
From Laura Bruhns YMCA Camp Orkila would like to invite you to come out and take a ride on our 1000-ft Zip Line! We will be holding by-appointment only Community Zip days on the following
State Launches Information and Reporting Line for Marine Debris
From the Washington Department of Ecology The state is announcing a new toll-free reporting and information line for citizens who spot marine debris on Washington beaches. Beachgoers are encouraged to call 1-855-WACOAST (1-855-922-6278) to
New Orcas Coupon Book is Ready!
The Orcas Island Senior Center's Advisory Board has just released its 3rd "Orcas on the Go" coupon book From the Senior Center Advisory Committee It's here! The 3rd all Orcas coupon book sponsored
Shy Dog Missing
Sophie has been missing and is extremely shy. If you see her, please call her owners. On May 29th, Sophie forced down a window of my truck and jumped out. We were at
Einstein Shares His Deeply Human Side
Tony Lee as Einstein. Photo: Chris Thomerson By Doug Bechtel Start off your summer theater season with our fully staged reading of Einstein: A Stage Portrait by Willard Simms. Einstein will star local
Letter to the Editor: Doe Bay’s Support of School Music Programs
As most of you know, MAG (Music Advocacy Group) is a local nonprofit which supports Orcas Island's public school music programs. You may not know that Doe Bay Resort promotes and benefits a different island
Editor’s Column: The Immigrant in My Mother’s Bedroom
My parents had immigrated to the U.S. after my brothers were born, but before my sister and I came along. My brothers became naturalized citizens when they were in college, and a few years later,
