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
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,
Student Art Show Features Bill Trogdon
Bill Trogdon's painting, one of many featured at Orcas Center this month The eighth annual Student Art Exhibition of students of Terry Johnson will feature the paintings of Bill Trogdon, " a
A Summer of Thursdays in the School Garden
On Thursday, kids and adults alike will share experiences only a garden can create By Madie Murray Community Journalist Beginning Thursday July 5 and every Thursday thereafter through August 23, kids, parents, teachers,
Eastsound Mayoral Race Debates: Sounds Like a Barnyard!
Mayoral Candidate Caprica at the Fair with 4-H Member Brigid Ehrmantraut By Brigid Ehrmantraut With only five days left to go, the annual Eastsound Mayoral elections are wrapping up. But not to worry,
Canine Capers: Cars and Dogs—Part 1
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
BBQ Marks 2nd Anniversary of Cancer Support Group
By Sue Lewis The Cancer Support Group will hold a barbecue to celebrate two years serving the community on Thursday, July 12 at 5 p.m. outside the Fireside Room of the Orcas Island Community Church.
Letter to the Editor: Prepare Your Pets for Fireworks
Each year I get up to a dozen calls from frantic people who are searching for pets that ran away during the 4th of July fireworks. Some animals, especially dogs, react to loud noises such
County Solid Waste Subcommittee to Discuss Buget Sustainability
Thursday, July 5, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Orcas Landing Meeting Room, The San Juan County Council Solid Waste Subcommittee will conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 5, 2012 in the
Noted NW Photographer to Teach Classes at Olga
Tuesday July 10, 9 am-4 pm and Wednesday July 11, 9 am-4 pm at the Olga Community Hall (Energetics Club) The Olga Strawberry Council is sponsoring 2 workshops by Ray Pfortner: 1. Photography for non-photographer
