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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Report from the Fair: Orcas Wins in Little Critter, Livestock & Equestrian Competition
Hannah Brunner-Gaydos wins coveted Platinum Award By Brigid Ehrmantraut Opening Day of the County Fair: Heard the wails of protest at still life judging results (there seemed to be more reds given out
Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Hires Interim Coordinator
On August 17, Orcas Island Park and Recreation District (OIPRD) hired Orcas resident Leslie Rae Schmitz, who holds a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) for four months of contract work to assist OIPRD
Orcas Fire District Considers Taking On County-Wide Administrative Duties
By Ken Brown The Board of Fire Commissioners convened for their August regular meeting on August 9, where a main item of discussion involved the Fire Marshal’s Inter-Local Agreement. San Juan County’s Deputy Fire
Tonight’s Chamber Music Concert: Beethoven’s “Archduke,” Barber/Arnold’s “Dover Beach”
From the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival Office Q: When you applaud, why do musicians bow? A: In the 'old' days, musicians were never paid for performances, and had to work for the Court to
Report from the Fair: Racing, Judging, Decorating!
By Brigid Ehrmantraut It's six a.m. and the alarm goes off by your head. Time to haul yourself away from the pillows, throw the jam, jewelry, and knitting in the back of the
Orcas Montessori Hosts Open House on August 20
By Teresa Chocano Orcas Montessori School still has a few slots available and is hosting an open house on Saturday, August 20, from 10AM to 12 PM. Bring your child and your questions and spend
Got Fruit Flies? Need a Good Trap?
By Helen Venada, Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator San Juan County Solid Waste Division Groucho Marx said: “Time flies like an arrow but fruit flies like a banana.” So many beautiful fruits are out
See “People” at Orcas Island Camera Club Photography Show
By Martin Taylor The Orcas Island Camera Club (OICC) is presenting a photography show at Orcas Center in Sept. The show is open to all Orcas Island photographers. The theme for the
Fifth Season Harvest Summer Bounty for Winter Meals
"Tremendous time and effort" were put in by a record number of helpers as Orcas' Farm to Cafeteria committee members and volunteers processed the harvests for the "Fifth Season" on August 8 and
Come to Deer Harbor for a Taste of South America!
The Deer Harbor Community Club announces a unique upcoming tasting of South American wines. The public is invited to taste excellent wines from Chile and Argentina. The $35 admission provides tastes of ten
Orcas Montessori Hosts Open House on August 20
By Teresa Chocano Orcas Montessori School still has a few slots available and is hosting an open house on Saturday, August 20, from 10AM to 12 PM. Bring your child and your questions and spend
Doe Bay Fest a Music-Lovers Success
From the ferry landing to Doe Bay -- and beyond -- the 2011 Doe Bay Fest was a complete success. This year, in addition to over 30 musical acts and poetry readings, the
Children’s House Hosts VIP Soiree and Inaugural “Bawl”
From the Children's House Hobnob with the Honorary Mayor of Eastsound or swing your partner in his honor; the VIP Soiree and Inaugural “Bawl” provide two opportunities to celebrate April in September's Labor
Guest Column: Report from Uncle Harry
By Harry Patton Hi, gang! Have finally bit the bullet and moved back to my Orcas cabin! Got lonely over there and wanted to come home and be with my friends (and, of course, Sweet
Letter to the Editor: Islands Fall Farm Festival Seeks Sponsors
Farm Festival to celebrate Local Food and Farms in San Juan County, Oct. 1-31 Throughout the month of October, the Islands Fall Farm Festival will support a series of events on the larger islands in
Plan A or Plan B? Voters Will Decide on Solid Waste System Funding & Services
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager On November 8th, voters in San Juan County will choose between two alternative ways of providing and funding recycling and solid waste disposal services. The County Council
