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
New Poetry Class Starts January 4
A new poetry class, "Awakening the Poet Within," will begin on January 4, 2011. The poetry writing class will meet for eight sessions from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Library. The instructor is JoEllen
Orcas Park & Rec District to Make Another Try
The Orcas Island Park and Rec. District commissioners, at a special meeting held on Dec. 17, voted in favor of presenting a reduced levy on 2011’s February 8th ballot of 9 cents per $1,000 of
Missed the Full Moon-Solstice-Lunar Eclipse? Here’s Photos
If, like us, you missed the first time in nearly 400 years that there was a lunar eclipse during a full moon on the night of winter solstice, you can still view photographs that give
Brace Yourselves: Cold November Temperatures Contribute to Higher Energy Bills
For five days in November, San Juan County experienced a cold snap—with an average daily temperature of only 25 degrees—and OPALCO members are going to notice the difference on their power bills that go out
State Attorney General Says Ferry Fare Hikes Must Have OK of Legislature
AG issues 'informal opinion' that Ferry and other highway tolls must go through the Legislature From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer By Chris Grygiel Attorney General Rob McKenna's office has sided with Tim Eyman, saying late Monday
Hallelujah! All Invited to Sing Along to the “Messiah” Tonight
Have you seen the video circulating on YouTube of the "spontaneous" sing-along to the "Hallelujah" chorus that's been heating up the internet these days? You can take part in a similar, quasi-spontaneous community
Update on Santa’s Workshop at Wood’s Cove
Ginny Lu Wood, owner of Wood's Cove, invites the public to "Recycle, Regift, Give Back" to the "Santa's Workshop Sale/" "Santa's workshop, located in the shoe department at Wood's Cove, has been hopping! The workshop
Fire Closes Orcas Spa & Athletics until Dec. 23
Orcas Spa and Athletics announced that it will be closed until Dec 23rd at the earliest following the fire this morning in the men's locker room. Current conditions in the building are not conducive for
The Gifts that Keep on Giving: Food Bank Donors & Community Foundation Help Out Orcas Family Connections
Orcas Families in need will unexpectedly benefit from the recent Food Bank Building Fund Campaign via a route to rival Santa Claus, with stops at the Orcas Island Community Foundation, Island Market and Orcas Family
San Juan Preservation Trust Buys 217-acre Vendovi Island
The San Juan Preservation Trust has purchased Vendovi Island, the third largest island under single private ownership in the entire San Juan archipelago. The acquisition ensures that this 217-acre island will remain permanently
A Holiday Tradition: Christmas Music with Susan Osborn at Victorian Valley Chapel
Susan Osborn extends an invitation to the public for her traditional Christmas concerts at the Victorian Valley Chapel. Joining Susan will be Carolyn Cruso, hammer dulcimer, guitar, flute and vocals; and Ritambhara Tyson,
Letter to the Editor: Response to Elimination of State Arts Commission
I am very concerned that in her 2011-13 biennium budget, Governor Gregoire has proposed eliminating the Washington State Arts Commission. As a life-long arts advocate, I know first-hand that public funding for the arts allows
Doe Bay Café Calls for Non-Profits to Support
Non-profit beneficiaries are needed for Pizza Night donations from the Doe Bay Café. Each month the Doe Bay Café chooses a non-profit organization that receives $1 from each pizza sold on Thursday Pizza Night for
Guest Opinion:Regulation/ Deregulation
By Janet Alderton Deregulation is the removal of regulation. Our severe recession is a direct result of deregulation of the banking and finance industries. The Growth Management Act and The Shoreline Master Program were passed
Ferries Head Reports on Governor’s Budget
Moseley Addresses Fare Hike, Holiday and New Winter Schedule David Moseley, Assistant Department of Transportation Secretary for Ferries, reported on Dec. 17: "The Governor presented her balanced budget for 2011-2013 Wednesday morning, which is available
Orcas Island Golf Course Offers Discount Prices
Updated Dec. 17 at 4:30 p.m. The Orcas Island Golf Course presents several price breaks for 2011 Memberships. Those who purchase memberships before 2011 get a 5-guest/cart pass (up to a $200 value). Those who
