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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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
Guest Column: How Coal Trains Could Choke NW’s Economic Engines
From Crosscut.com By Floyd McKay "A new study of rail transportation problems associated with the transport of millions of tons of coal from the Powder River Basin of Wyoming and Montana to proposed export terminals
“Ocean Frontiers” Showing in Friday Harbor
Wednesday, July 18th, from 6-8 p.m. at Friday Harbor Labs Commons From the San Juan County Marine Resources Committee The San Juan Marine Resources Committee and the Friday Harbor Labs invite the public to a
Canine Capers: Cars and Dogs – Conclusion
By Lesley Liddle Lesley Liddle is a certified service and pet dog trainer. First Mate Lulu is a Corgi/Red Heeler with spots like a baby harbor seal; Crewman Leonard is a Chihuahua/Doxie with tall ears
Japanese Performers Bring Rainbow Canopy of Gratitude to Orcas
Tokiko Ogama will perform in appreciation to Orcas Islanders on July 18 at the Odd Fellows Hall Wednesday July 18, 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Island Odd Fellows Hall Susan Osborn, local singer,
Two Audition Dates for Tracers
Actors Theater of Orcas Island announces auditions for Tracers, a powerful, unsettling and ultimately devastating account of the Vietnam War, written and first performed by men who were there. There will be two audition sessions
Representative Larsen Co-sponsors Bill to Decrease Out-sourcing Jobs
From Bryan Thomas Communications Director for Rep. Rick Larsen Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, [on July 9] co-sponsored legislation to bring jobs back to the United States by rewarding companies that in-source jobs and closing loopholes
History Matinee Presents Don Gerard
Don Girard, island-raised, returned home in 1993 Sunday, July 15 at 3 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center From the Orcas Island Historical Museum In a continuing series of monthly gatherings sponsored by
County “Early Budget Report” Shows Tough Choices Still Ahead
Public Safety Sales Tax Proposal Would Help, Pro Tem Administrator says By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager County Administrator Pro Tem Bob Jean told the County Council at its June 26 meeting
Bring Your Art Donations for the Library Art Show and Silent Auction
Calling all artists, art collectors and spring cleaners! The Orcas Island Library fair is collecting donations of artwork for the art auction. The bring-in date is Saturday, July 14th, 10 am to 4 pm. Donations
