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
“Haunting, Profound” Tales of Hoffman Comes to Orcas Center in Encore Performance
Anna Netrebko, as the doomed Antonia, in the arms of Joseph Calleja, as Hoffman THE MET: LIVE IN HD’s fourth opera of the summer Encore Series is Les Contes d’Hoffmann by Offenbach airing
Library’s Summer Reading Club Inspires Kids: Dream Big!
Children’s Librarian Nita Couchman, in straw hat at left, with members of the Summer Reading Club Summer reading, unlimited by school assignments, book reports and homework, presents a wide-open landscape to imagine,
Have Fun Whether We Sizzle or Drizzle
Monday, July 9 "The Children’s Story Path," a playful exploration of “journey” for 5-12 year olds, is happening at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish from 10 – noon, July 9-13 (5-8 yrs) $10 per child, register online
Mali Looking for a New Domain
Mali, the serene queen, needs a new home I’m Mali, a loving and mellow cat looking for a good home. My owner, Sarah, is moving to another country and sadly, cannot
Guitarist Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings Slide into Orcas Center
Roy Rogers brings the Delta Rhythm Kings with him to Orcas Center next Saturday, July 14 Saturday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. "Sounds the way good bourbon tastes, smooth and with a kick....."
Community Parade Winners Announced
Warm Valley Farms is the top prize-winner in the Orcas Chamber of Commerce 2012 Community Parade From the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Top Parade Entry - receives $100 from Island Market -
Roam Doe Bay on a Wild Edible & Medicinal Plant Safari
From Food Masters Join us for this much anticipated class with Dr. Ryan Drum! Come walk around eastside Orcas and learn about wild plants and their many uses! Food Masters presents a "Wild Edible and
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
