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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Orcas Park & Rec Begins Limited Operations Soon
By Martha Farish, OIPRD Commissioner The Orcas Island Park and Rec District (OIPRD) Commissioners are seeking a small office space within walking distance of Eastsound. They also anticipate needing part-time administrative support from someone willing
Editorial Column: Thank You Michael Sky
Michael Sky died five days ago. If I write about his death, it will mean he's really gone. I don't want to face it. I couldn't have published BullWings: Orcas Issues these last two years
July KindlingsFest Filling Fast
The theme of the fourth annual KindlingsFest this summer (July 27-30, 2011) is Turning Mourning Into Dancing. The international conference at Orcas Island Community Church features speakers Eric Metaxas (Bestselling biographer of Bonhoeffer
Please Take Orcas Island Library Bookmobile Survey
By Kathleen Lunde The Orcas Island Library is considering purchasing a Bookmobile to serve as an outreach component to our services. The goal would be to visit parts of the island outside of
Helping Hands Noramise to Present Annual Report
Contributed by Robin Woodward Helping Hands Noramise is happy to present its second [intlink id="7166" type="post"]annual report[/intlink] to the community on Thursday, June 2nd at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall from 5:30 to 7:30
Glee! and Hogswart at Kidstage this Summer
Orcas Center presents two weeks of theater for kids in June. The first week, from June 20 to June 24, will be called "Glee!" after the popular TV show. From 9:30 a.m.to 4
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
