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.”
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Alpha Ya Ya Diallo Plays Tonight! Get Discount Now!
Orcas Center Theatre Productions Director Deborah Sparks says, " Alpha Ya Ya Diallo is a HOT! African band WITH dancers! He plays Center Stage at Orcas Center at 7:30, Saturday, July 31. "If you say,
Support Valuable Community Programs with the OICF
From the Orcas Island Community Foundation The Orcas Island Community Foundation received over $250,000 in requests from 31 different nonprofits during the 2010 grant cycle. Over $82,000 was awarded to 21 different programs thanks to
Letter to the Editor: Come to Hear of the “Journeys that Shape Our Lives”
Dear Friends, As part of the Orcas Island Historical Society and in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institute, Nancy Wang has pulled together a "Journey Stories" program called "Journeys That Shape Our Lives" on Saturday, August
Frank Loudin Retrospective Show at Orcas Center in August
Opening with a reception on Friday, August 6, 2010, Orcas Center lobby will see the culmination of over fifty years of Frank Loudin’s imagination and artistic talents. From a sexy redhead to rusty
Letter to the Editor: Fix Schools NOW for Immediate Need, Low Rates and Future Professionals
We are writing to you as two teachers at Orcas Schools who work in all of the buildings and serve students K-12th grade. We know firsthand the condition of the elementary, middle, high, and Waldron
Sign-Ups Now Open For Kids’ Craft Booths at the Library Fair
Once again this year, kids can sign up for a kids’ craft booth at the Library Fair to sell crafts, baked goods, or other items they have made. This year the Library Fair will be
Letter to the Editor: Teachers Ask for Bond Support
We believe the process the school board undertook was thorough and thoughtful. We believe in the success of our students. We believe in a safe and clean learning environment. We believe public education is an
Letter to the Editor: School Bond Enriches Entire Community
Understanding the logistics of the school bond has been a challenge for me. My job as a Librarian means that I have to do the research and check the facts. Here are the facts. For
Sister Wives to Play at the Lower Next Monday
The Sister Wives, an all female blues band from Salt Lake City, will perform at the Lower Tavern on Monday, August 2nd beginnning at 8:30 p.m. They will be accompanies by special guest
Artworks Present Sculptures by Maria Papademetriou
The Orcas Island Artworks features three dimensional work by Olga artist Maria Papademetriou through the month of August. Using found objects as a vocabulary of symbols and form, Maria has created iconic, shrine-like
Ferry Repairs Create Scheduling Changes Today and this Evening
Interisland afternoon sailings canceled Washington State Ferries sent out a ferry alert notice outlining service changes at 2:40 p.m. this afternoon: Due to ongoing repairs on the Hyak, there will be an unscheduled 6:35 p.m.
OPALCO Employee Population Shrinking: It’s a Good Thing!
22 Participants Drop 451 Pounds in Wellness Challenge Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) is a member-owned, member-operated electric utility that cares about its co-op family of employee-member-owners. OPALCO’s commitment to a healthy
Near Miss: Ranker Reports on Rescue Tug’s Operations to Prevent Fuel Spill
By Senator Kevin Ranker Last night a tug and barge carrying 8 million gallons of diesel and jet fuel lost propulsion near the San Juan Islands. The Neah Bay Rescue Tug came all the way
Slapin Art Show at Islanders Bank
Susan Slapin will exhibit her work at Islanders Bank through the month of August. A reception will be held Thursday, Aug. 5 at 1 p.m. All are invited to attend.
Guest Opinion: For 54 Cents or Less
By Barbara Kline Superintendent/Principal, Orcas Island School District For five years we have been studying the condition of our buildings. Thanks to the many experts who have worked with us, and the many committees we
Kids! Run Off Energy at Soccer Camp Next Week!
Orcas Rec again sponsors the summer favorite, British Soccer Camp from August 2 through 6 at Buck Park. The camp is for boys and girls in two age groups: 4-6 years 6-14 years Register now
