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
Ballet & More Dance Class Sessions to Begin
Jean Henigson offers a new series of dance classes, Ballet & More, for Ages 8 – 13 years, from February 20th – March 16th. Classes will be held Mondays and Fridays from 4 to 5:30
What a Weekend Awaits!
Friday, February 17 When Bullfrogs Sing Opera, a hilarious Country Mouse-City Mouse performance by Actors Theater, February 17–18, February 24–25, and March 2-4 at 7:30 p.m. at The Grange. Tickets are available for $10 from
“Ice-Age” Author to Read Uncharted Territory
Saturday, February 18 at 5:30 pm at Darvill's Bookstore Rae Richen, teacher and author of Uncharted Territory, will read from her book this Saturday, Feb. 18. Uncharted Territory is the story of seventeen-year-old Jack Huntington, all-state
Bullfrogs Sing Opera Opens at the Grange Tonight!
The latest production from Actors Theater of Orcas Island, When Bullfrogs Sing Opera, begins its three-weekend run at the Grange tonight at 7:30. The well-seasoned cast in this sweet, humorous play includes Melinda
Local Advocates Maintain Derelict Vessel Removal
By County Auditor Milene Henley Derelict vessels are more than an eyesore in San Juan County: they are a risk to the environment, public health and navigation. So when San Juan County gave
Letter to the Editor: Finding the Bright Side at Moran State Park
The board members for Friends of Moran are finding it hard to be upbeat right now. Because it’s that time of year when membership renewal is due and donations are collected to continue supporting projects
Orcas Replacement Maintenance & Operations Levy Passes
With 1,814 ballots counted and nearly a 65 percent "yes" vote, the 2012 Orcas Island School District Maintenance and Operations Levy has passed. The levy replaces the previous levy, which has expired, and is in
Paper Exhibits Come to Orcas Center in March
The March Lobby Gallery at Orcas Center will feature Philomena Robinson's artwork, book arts, photography, and other media, and she will talk about her creative process. Wednesday, February 29, from 10 a.m. to
Art Quilts by Ann Peterson Featured at Artworks
The Orcas Island Artworks features pictorial quilts by Ann Peterson through February and March. Ann’s textile pieces are based on photographs taken on Orcas Island. She uses stitching, fusible applique, ink printing and
Draft Wetland Section of CAO Available Feb. 15
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Program Manager After months of discussion with technical experts, on February 15 a revised draft of the wetland amendments to the County’s Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) will be
Celebrate Leonardo Da Vinci with Art & Dining
Sunday, February 19 at 3 pm. at Orcas Center Beginning Feb. 16, Leonardo LIVE, a high-definition movie delivered by satellite, will open in theaters across the United States, Europe and Canada, and also in Argentina,
Free “Knowing Your Child” Seminar Returns
February 18, from 5 to 8 p.m., Senior Center Returning by popular request on Saturday, February 18, Catherine Henderson, Ph.D., A.R.N.P., will “continue the conversation” from her fall seminar titled, “Knowing Your Child and Your
Oh-oh, Flu Has Arrived
From San Juan County Health Department Flu has arrived on San Juan Island and is starting to appear on Lopez island as well, according to the San Juan County Health Department. The department monitors the
Concerned Islanders Face Coal Train & Shipping Impacts
Islanders encouraged to write letters and ask for hearings to Dept. of Natural Resources Sustainable Orcas Island (SOI) Irthlingz Environmental Organization, San Juan Conservation District rounded up a roomful of concerned citizens
Kids Help World Concern with Flea Market Enterprise
By Sue Lewis The Lighthouse Christian Children's Church chose World Concern for the recipient of the proceeds from their bake sale at the Fidelis Flea Market in West Sound on Saturday, February 11.
Guest Column: Be One of a Thousand
By Janet Brownell The Orcas Island Education Foundation is looking for 1,000 generous donors. Last week, the Orcas Island School District had to make $120,000 in mid-year cuts. Some of this was because of a
