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
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
“Art Squared” and Holiday Celebration at Artworks
The Orcas Island Artworks will celebrate the holidays on Sunday, December 12 from 3 to 6 p.m.. There is no charge for admission - everyone is invited to share refreshments and good cheer.
Cost Share Program Helps Buoy Owners Restore Eelgrass
From the Friends of the San Juans Boaters interested in greening their mooring buoys can now save some green doing so. In 2009 Friends of the San Juans received a grant from the Washington State
Artsmith Salon with Ellen Welcker at FIRE tonight
Salon & Writers' Open Mic this Monday is guaranteed to light a flame or two at the much-requested Eastsound location.The popular literary event will be held at 7 p.m. at FIRE restaurant in Eastsound. The
Holiday Crafts Night for Kids this Friday
Orcas Open Arts is having its first Holiday Craft Night! The event will be this Friday, December 10 from 6-8 p.m.at the public school cafeteria. Kids ages 5-12 will be able to make
Susan Osborn Entertains Again for Christmas
The public is invited to join Susan Osborn and Friends for a musical celebration of Christmas and the winter season. These concerts have become a community tradition here in the islands over more
OASIS Graduates Four Today
Rion Brandt, Piper Fohrman, Alyssa Ledgerwood and Thomas Willbanks were honored today at the OASIS (Orcas Alternative Student-Initiated Studies) High School Commencement Ceremony. The students all completed either a high-school diploma or General
“Less is More” at Writer’s Roundtable Dec. 11
JoEllen Moldoff, coordinator for the Writer's Roundtable says the December meeting "will focus on figuring out what we want to say using just six words. Inspired by SMITH Magazine, originators of the six- word memoir, this exercise will
Ready for Fun? The Weekend’s Full of It!
Saturday, December 4 Darvill’s Bookstore 21st Annual Holiday Party from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Everything in the store will be discounted by 15%. As always, gift wrapping is complimentary. Cookies and cider will be
