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
This Weekend: Orcas Island Prepares for Holiday Fun
Friday, Dec. 10 Holiday Crafts Night for Kids, at the Orcas Island School Cafeteria, 6 to 8 p.m. Refreshments served. Sponsored by Orcas Open Arts. Free for kids aged 5-12. “Love and Logic” Parenting Classes
Island Reproductive Health Initiative Holds First Public Meeting
On Monday, December 13th, from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00, at the Orcas School Library, the Island Reproductive Health Initiative will hold a general meeting to review our progress and to plan for the future. All
Co-op Members Receive Capital Credit Checks from OPALCO
It’s that time of year again! More than 3,500 people who were co-op members in 1985 will get a check from OPALCO later this month as their capital credits are distributed. This is one of
Santa’s Coming to Orcas Landing on the Lions Christmas Ship!
Once again, the Orcas Lions Club is bringing the Lions International Christmas ship to Orcas Landing, this Sunday December 12th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All children will receive a gift and a treat
Open House for Mt. Baker Road & Trail Project
From the County Public Works Department San Juan County Public Works Department will host an Informational Open House for the Mount Baker Road and Trail Improvement project on Monday December 13, 2010, from 4:00-6:45 pm
Why Do You Shop Local? Your answer could be worth $100!
Continuing its December “Shop the Rock” campaign, the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce is adding a twist to the second part of the promotion that will award $100 to a lucky winner. On Friday, December
Taize Prayer Service at Emmanuel Parish
Emmanuel Episcopal Parish invites all to an evening service of prayer, renewal and reflection in the style of Taize, a religious community in France where the artist Matisse spent his last days. The contemplative service
Holiday Wreath Sale – Last Chance
Response to Orcas Montessori School’s 16th Annual Holiday Wreath Sale has been so wonderful, the 24”(door size) wreaths are presently sold out. However! Due to popular demand, the school is arranging for a
Orcatrazz Dec. 10 Dinner to Benefit Orcas Family Health Center
Contributed by Karen Key Speck The holidays are a time for sharing and a lot of people are coming together to benefit many. Orcatrazz Swing Band's 18 members are donating their time December
Guest Opinion: Increased Cell Phone Service Access Dangerous
By Steve Ludwig of Lopez Island A few of our County Council Members are determined to help out the enormous US wireless industry by drafting a new ordinance that makes it easier to locate cell
School District Awarded Energy Grant: How to Match?
School Board Debates Options for Raising Match Funds Orcas Island School District (OISD) Superintendent Barbara Kline announced to the school board last week that the district has been awarded a grant of $460,000 from the
Ranker Elected to Chair Natural Resources & Marine Waters Committee
From the Office of the Senate Democrats Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-San Juan, has been elected by majority Democrats to chair the recently rechristened Natural Resources and Marine Waters Committee and to serve as assistant whip
PTSA Holds Another Scholastic Book Fair
The Orcas Island Parent-Teacher-Student Association(PTSA) will hold another Book Fair in association with Scholastic Book Company, the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books. "This is a fantastic opportunity to find high
Sherman Leads Orcas Choral Society at Christmas Concerts This Weekend
Choir to Sing Historic and Contemporary Christmas Music Roger Sherman, new Director of the Orcas Choral Society, has chosen music from the 16th century to contemporary classical repertoire for the Christmas concerts this
Lorraine Feather’s “Ages” Wins Grammy Nomination
Vocalist/songwriter Lorraine Feather's 2009 CD, "Ages," received a Grammy award nomination in the "Best Jazz Vocal Album" category. The press release for "Ages," released in February 2010 says, that the original songs on Ages "range
The week ahead: Music, Art and Crafts and Some Business Too
Note: all events are on Orcas Island unless their locations are highlighted. Monday, Dec. 6 Orcas Island Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting 9 a.m. “Birth Works!” a free monthly birth class for expecting women
