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
“Sticky” Marketing Workshop Presented by EDC
From the San Juan County Economic Development Council Why do some marketing messages work and some don’t? How can business owners improve their company’s “message” to make it stick in the minds of customers? Learn
November Poem: Wolf Moon
Wolf Moon by Mary Oliver Now is the season of hungry mice, cold rabbits, lean owls hunkering with their lamp-eyes in the leafless lanes in the needled dark; now is the season when the kittle
Carl Buttke Displays Watercolors of the Islands
Orcas Island artist Carl Buttke is presenting an exhibit of his watercolor paintings of island scenes throughout November and December at the Doe Bay Resort and Retreat. The exhibit includes seascapes along the
Eastsound Planners: Streamline Process and Move Sub-area Plan into UDC
At the Eastsound Planning Review Committee meeting on Nov. 4, EPRC members met with county planning officials, Eastsound Design Review Subcommittee members and council members to expedite the processes of the advisory review group. Rene
Mexican Treasures Trunk Show and Food Bank Benefit
Bilbo’s Festivo’s owner, Sara Kissel and Julie Fraser (former owner) are teaming up on November 13, 2010, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Bilbo’s for a festive event/benefit. Sara will be serving delicious, homemade
Wolf Eels, Mr. Dickens, Viva La Mamma and Sunday Supper — What ISN’T Happening this Week?
Monday, November 8 Free Business Finance Seminar from 9-noon at the Mullis Street Fire Hall, 1011 Mullis Street in Friday Harbor. Learn about a variety of business financing options available from traditional and alternative agencies
Farm-to-Cafeteria Supper this Sunday
By Madie Murray Scarecrows, stepping stones, birdhouses and benches are just a few of the food, farm and garden items you can win at the Farm to Cafeteria Simple Sunday Summer fundraiser this
A Dickens of a Performance at Orcas Center this Tuesday
The Lobby Gallery and Madrona Room at the Orcas Center will be the scene of a delightful evening to benefit the Orcas Arts Education Project, as Charles Dickens’ great great grandson, Gerald Dickens,
Doe Bay Invites Guest Artists to Display
Artists interested in displaying their art in a beautiful space are invited to show their work in the Café at Doe Bay Resort and Retreat on Orcas Island. Installations last for one to two months
Art Show Opening, Drama, Garlic Fest and “Climate Monologue” this Weekend
Little Women at the Orcas Center. Come enjoy this warm, heartfelt classic by Louisa May Alcott about four sisters growing up in a household with their mother, while their father is away at war. 7:30 p.m.
The Funhouse Re-works the After School Program
After a trial period of several weeks The Funhouse has officially introduced “Activity Hour” to the After School program. From 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday, the computers and video games get
Ferry Waters Muddled by Success of Eyman’s Latest Initiative
The Washington State Transportation Commission has proposed a 2.5% ferry fare increase to go into effect January 1. However, with the success of the Tim Eyman-sponsored initiative I-1053 in last Tuesday’s election, the increase may
Creative Dance Classes for Children Begin this Week
Jean Henigson announces her new schedule for Creative Dance Classes. The classes begin in November, and will continue throughout the Winter. Classes for three-year-olds are on Thursdays from strong 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. and on
School Board Hears of Strong Reserve Fund but Failing Appliances
The Orcas Island School District (OISD) budget’s in good shape, which is more than can be said for some of the heating systems and the appliances in the school cafeteria, the OISD Board heard at
“The Stinking Rose” Celebrated at Doe Bay Café
By Heather Watts Celebrate the Stinking Rose at Doe Bay Café — our 5th annual Garlic Feast is coming up on November 6th! Featuring local garlic varieties from Orcas Farm, La Campesina Project,
Tickets on Sale Now: A Cappella Hosts Music, Merriment and More
Orcas A Cappella invites you to a yuletide celebration at Rosario mansion. The holiday event is an evening of song, feasting and holiday cheer. The choir will be joined by special guests, Susan
