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
State League of Women Voters Take Positions on Nov. Ballot Measure
Future Meetings and Forums Announced The League of Women Voters (LWV) of the San Juan Islands recently issued the position of the State LWV on initiatives and referenda that will be voted on in the
Newcombe and Moldoff Show Photos of “the other island”
Rachel Newcombe and JoEllen Moldoff are showing some of their photos of New York City at Mia's Cafe. The exhibit is titled "the other island." Both Newcombe and Moldoff lived in
Community Foundation Tops $2 Million in Grants
The Orcas Island Community Foundation has passed the $2 million benchmark in its mission "to foster philanthropy to enhance and preserve the quality of life on Orcas Island." At its Report to the
Recycling “Trip” Fee to take Effect October 1
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Effective October 1, 2010, people bringing only recyclable materials to solid waste facilities in San Juan County will pay a flat $5 fee. Recyclable materials include co mingled
SoulCollage is Orcas Library’s September Lobby Display
The Orcas Island Library’s September lobby display is SoulCollage, courtesy of Sue Ann Zderic. SoulCollage is a process of making personalized collage cards that express something about one's inner and outer life. It includes an
The Sunflower Cafe is Closing
An old friend is leaving us, as the Sunflower Cafe in Eastsound will close it's doors for the last time on September 25th. There has been a cafe at the old Washington Federal
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for a Great Triathlon Turnout
For the 12th year in a row Orcas Rec held the Steve Braun Memorial Triathlon over Labor Day weekend. We had an incredible race this year with lots of fun, and strong competition! Orcas Rec
Airport Commissioners Meeting One Hour Earlier Tonight
The Port of Orcas regular meeting of commissioners will start at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 9. The Orcas Island Airport closed from 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday September 8 until 6:00 a.m. today, September 9
Ferry Advisory Committee Looking for Feedback on Summer Schedule
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager San Juan County’s Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC) is asking the public to weigh in with opinions about what has been good and what has been troublesome about the
Getting Started in Genealogy and Family History
Kathi Ciskowski will lead a two-session course, “My Back Pages,” that will focus on a few simple ways to get started in the search for your ancestors. The study of genealogy and family history allows
Fire Hazard Declines But No Burn Permits Yet
By Steve Marler San Juan County Fire Marshal In cooperation with the State Department of Natural Resources, the fire danger for San Juan County has officially been lowered from “Moderate” to “Low.” As warm weather
Another Fun and Healthy Steve Braun Triathlon
Another fun and healthy Steve Braun Triathlon took place on Sunday September 5th. Individuals and relay teams took part from the 'Wow! how do they do it?' to the 'Wow they did it!' categories and
Lewis’ Orcas Island Writers Festival Benefits Orcas Community
Orcas Island Writers Festival runs Friday, Sept. 17 through Sunday, Sept. 19 For the past three years, Barbara Lewis has been “basically experimenting” with the idea of a nationally-recognized writing program centered on
Stormwater Treatment in Eastsound Progresses with New Public Works Project
On Sept. 15, Orcas Excavators will begin work on the next phase of the Eastsound stormwater treatment project, the “Mount Property to Main Street Stormdrain Improvement” project, hooking up two pipes that will
Chamber’s Sunset Mixer Sponsors State Chamber Rep
The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce invites its members to our first post-summer Business @ Sunset Mixer! This promises to be a great way to wind down after summer. We'll also mix in a little
Poetry Class for Everyone Registration Opens
A weekly poetry class facilitated by JoEllen Moldoff will take place at the Orcas Library from October 5th to November 30th. The class, "Poetry Through The Looking-Glass," will be on Tuesdays from 1 to 3
