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
“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
County Chicken Pox Outbreak
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager San Juan County Health officials are urging the community to help prevent the spread of chickenpox on San Juan Island, after cases of the disease were confirmed at
Shane Watson Artwork to Benefit Orcas Animals
For the months of May and June, Shane Watson will be donating 20 percent of any pet portrait commission to the Orcas Animal Protection Society. Artwork is your choice of pencil on paper
School Bond Hearing Rescheduled for June 8
From Orcas Island School District Business Office The initial notice of a public hearing on the issuance of non-voted debt, which was issued by the Orcas Island School District and published in the Islands Sounder
Free Lattes at The Funhouse!
From The Funhouse Can you afford to give The Funhouse the price of a one coffee per month? How about an hour a month as a volunteer? Stop by The Funhouse May 21, before the
Marilyn Anderson Moves Forward to Secure School Funding
Marilyn Anderson didn’t say too much at the “[intlink id="11976" type="post"]Way Forward” meetings convened by Fred Klein[/intlink] in April. These meetings were to see if community members could reach a consensus on how
First Cider and Mead Fest a Sweet Success
Updated May 20 Wines and ciders made with honey and fruit as the fermenting agents, rather than sugar, were the popular "sip of choice" at the first "Cider and Mead Festival" last Saturday.
Crossroads Questions US Aid to Afghanistan
Dr. Andrew Wilder presents a Crossroads lecture this Sunday, May 22, at 2 pm at the Orcas Center. The topic is Afghanistan: Understanding the Relationship between Aid and Security. Dr. Wilder discusses his
Park & Rec District: Taking Care of Business
By Krista Bouchey At the public meeting of the Orcas Park and Rec District (OIPRD) on Thursday, May 12, the five commissioners discussed various aspects of beginning official operations. The commissioners discussed options for interim
Fire Department: On Task, On Time, Within Budget
By Ken Brown The Orcas Island Fire District (OIFD) Board of Fire Commissioners met Tuesday, May 10. Rick Anda, District Financial Officer, commented that the budget reflects $335,000, going into this next round of property
Come Dance With the Stars May 28!
Orcas Dance, an Orcas non-profit will host a Community dance with live music at Orcas Center on May 28. Music will be performed by Gene Nery and Martin Lund, and Lynn Richards will give
