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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Chamber welcomes Eclipse Charter’s Denise Wilk to the Board
The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce board has gained a new director. The Chamber's Executive Director, Lance Evans, announced, "Eclipse Charter's Denise Wilk has graciously agreed to re-join the Chamber Board of Directors! She's called
Save the Date, Save the Money at Fidelis Flea Market
Come to the Fidelis Flea market on Saturday, February 12th, to purchase something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. Multi-vendors and a delicious lunch prepared by Christina Orchid can be found at the West
American Red Cross Receives Emergency Funds
The Friday Harbor unit of the American Red Cross proudly announces the receipt of $4,000 from the Charles B. See Foundation.The funds are to be used for the purchase of cots, blankets and
Love Dare Continues
This 10-week series helps men to take their most important relationship to the next level. They will tackle questions such as: Does your spouse/partner feel safe to tell you what’s on her mind and in
Economic Development Classes Free on the Mainland
James McCafferty, Business Advisor for the Economic Development Association of Skagit County, announces a series of free classes in business basics. McCafferty conducted a workshop through the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce and San Juan
School Board Plays Waiting Game for Funds from State Sources
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline informed the School Board at its regular meeting on Thursday night that the district has submitted a grant application for $6,000,000 in Qualified School Construction Bonds earlier this
“Beaver and Salmon working together? What next?”
When Greg Hood went looking for sweetgale plants in the Skagit River delta, he found something interesting and unexpected. Hood is a senior research scientist at the Skagit River System Cooperative in La
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Park & Rec Levy a Sound Step Forward
I am not on the Orcas Park & Recreation District board, but I have paid close attention to the process. I believe they have gone beyond “due diligence” in creating a strong, reasonable and viable
Center Art Exhibit Offers Lively, Offbeat Mixture of Media and Styles
Winter at Orcas Center often is a season for eclectic and inventive art exhibits, and this year promises no exception. The February show “Is It Art?” which opens Friday, February 4, will offer
Letter to the Editor: Create Amazing Opportunities for Orcas
Dear Editor, I urge readers to vote in favor of the park and rec levy. There is no other good source of funding. This levy will open up amazing opportunities and the good leaders of the program
Champion Fiddler April Verch Returns to Orcas
April Verch, a champion fiddler and performer from Canada’s Ottawa Valley, returns to perform at Orcas Center on Saturday, February 12 at 7:30 pm. Verch is a powerhouse of a fiddler, a dynamic
Two Choirs Forming Under Grace McCune
Contributed by Grace McCune “Rock on the Rock” Choir Do you like to sing, even if it’s only in the privacy of your car or shower? Have you always wanted to rock out on songs
Don’t Miss “Orcas Has Talent”!
You're in luck - there are still tickets left to the best show on Orcas! Orcas Has Talent, Feb. 5th 6:30 at the Orcas Center has tickets left for the Main Stage! Get down to
Literature-Loving Island Visionaries Create New E-business
"This is where we're starting; we'd love to make this an Orcas project." John Ashenhurst, David Sarver and Chris Thomerson are leading the charge to bring classic literature to future generations, using the
Coping With a Breakup? Evening Discussion Group for Women this Thursday
“Endings…and New Beginnings” is an evening discussion for women about coping with a break-up and creating a new life. This discussion will be facilitated by Virginia Erhardt, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist. The meeting time will be
Dan Raphael to Recite at Artsmith Salon Feb. 7
Dan Raphael will be the featured guest at the Artsmith Salon on Monday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. The event will be at Fire Smokehouse and Grill in Eastsound. A long-time Portland resident, Dan Raphael
