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
Wills Workshop on Wednesday
Friends of the San Juans is presenting a free ‘Wills Workshop’ on Wed. May 25, at the Orcas Senior Center from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. This program is being presented by the Friends as
Robert Egger, Founder of DC Central Kitchen Comes to Orcas
By Madie Murray Monday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. at Odd Fellows Hall - Free of Charge and Everyone Welcome! An engaging and educational evening is anticipated when Robert Egger, the founder and President
Thanks to San Juan Sanitation, Our School Garden Thrives!
by Mandy Randolph, Farm to Classroom Teacher The Orcas Island public school garden is off to a great start this season! It almost wasn’t so. It has been under attack from the evil
Paintings by Deborah Jones at Artworks
The Orcas Island Artworks features abstract and landscape paintings by Deborah Jones through the month of June. Deborah began her career as a faux finish artist in Telluride, Colorado. This provided her with
Park & Rec Commissioners to Present Plans at School Meeting
Directors of the Orcas Island Park & Recreation District (OIPRD) will be attending the Orcas Island School District Board meeting on Thursday, May 26 at 5:30 p.m. in the Public School library. In order to
Middle & High School Concert at Orcas Center
By Brigid Ehrmantraut On June 2, the Middle and High School music programs under the direction of Pamela Wright and Martin Lund will perform at Orcas Center at 7:00 pm. The five individual groups who
Bonnie Brae Works with Sewer District for Solutions
Eastsound Sewer and Water District Commissioners Rollie Sauer and Greg Ayers met with concerned Bonnie Brae residents last week to discuss the deadlines set by the sewer district for sewer hookup fees and monthly charges
Kids and Pets March in Kaleidoscope Pet Parade
Updated May 23 at 7:30 a.m. On Saturday May 28th, the 21st Annual Pet Parade will be taking over the streets of Eastsound! Kaleidoscope is at it again, preparing for the island’s furry
Guest Opinion: Stormwater Treatment Facility Will Betray Public Trust and Good Faith
By Sadie Bailey You’re at the Farmer’s Market or enjoying Music in the Park on a Sunday evening. When you look toward the Band Shell, what will you see? Blinding sun in your eyes and
Community Foundation Awards $100,000 to 24 Nonprofits
By Hilary Canty Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation The Orcas Island Community Foundation annual Community Grant awards will surpass $100,000 this year. Grant funds will be distributed to 24 local nonprofits in support of
“Southern Comforts” Will Sneak Up on You June 3-12
Actors Theater of Orcas Island brings another romance to the Grange By Doug Bechtel In "Southern Comforts," Ron Herman and Suzanne Gropper star in this charming play that explores the trials and tribulations
Education Foundation Again Provides Food for Thought
Updated May 23 at 8 a.m. Food for Thought Banquet and Auction, sponsored by the Orcas Island Education Foundation (OIEF) on May 19 was again a lively, entertaining fundraiser for the Orcas public
Letter to the Editor: Learn About Afghanistan with Crossroads
On Sunday we will have an excellent opportunity to hear about Afghanistan and Pakistan from a leading expert, Dr. Andrew Wilder, who has lived and worked there most of his life. Personally, I am confused
Special Council Meeting to Consider Transportation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Juan County Council will conduct an EARLY START Special Meeting in the Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, Washington on Monday, May 23, beginning at 8:30
Welcome the “Lovely and Lively” Weekend
Friday, May 20 Orcas A Cappella “Lovely and Lively” Spring Concert at Orcas Center, 7:30 p.m., tickets at Darvill’s and at the Center. Saturday, May 21 Free Lattés at The Funhouse! 9 a.m.
Early Birds Flock to Buy Music Festival Tickets
From the Chamber Music Festival Office May 25th is the first day of General Ticket sales for the 2011 Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, and some islanders get up at the crack of
