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
Tree Falls on Rosario Lodgings
On Monday, June 28, a sizable tree fell into the lodgings at Orcas Suites, above Rosario. Plans are being made to house guests elsewhere. Photo courtesy of John Erly.
Teen Night Meeting at the Funhouse Airs Concerns
Contributed by Krista Bouchey of the Funhouse During the Teen Night Meeting last Wednesday, June 23, we opened up the discussion with our proposed questions: Do parents see teen night as a safe option? If
Rescue Oil Spill Tug Protects Straits of Juan de Fuca
From State Senator Kevin Ranker's Office Thanks to concerned and sustained prevention efforts at the state level, there hasn't yet been a major oil spill in Puget Sound. State Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-San Juan, says
Sustainable Orcas Island to Consider Next Steps
The Sustainable Orcas Island meeting this Wednesday will "take a step back and revisit our overall priorities and ideas regarding sustainability," according to SOI organizer, Phil Heikkinen. The group, which has met monthly for several
“Sizable Shortfall” in State Budget Moves Gregoire to Plan Budgeting Changes
From the Governor's Office: June 24, 2010 -- Gov. Chris Gregoire today unveiled a new budget-building process that features a series of critical questions state agencies must answer to ensure spending is related to an
Letter to the Editor: Protect Fledgling Bird Family
Hi, everyone -- Great news! The oystercatchers on Indian Island have successfully hatched ALL THREE eggs! The babes have grown fast and are already flying around with their parents. Look for a flock of 5
Orcas Horns Fill the Park With Music After the Commmunity Parade
Music in the Park July 3rd at 12:30 p.m. The Orcas Horns, the island's premier party group, presents a free dance concert in the Village Green Park immediately following the Independence Day Parade.
The Week Ahead: All Building Up to the Glorious Fourth!
Please note: The Deer Harbor Fireworks show is on Saturday, July 3 Monday, June 28 Budgeting for Non-Profits - Design and setup of accounting for non-profits 8:30 a.m. -noon at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Cost:
Folly a Deux Opens at Orcas Center July 2
Contributed by Bev Leyman The July 2nd Art Exhibition opening at Orcas Center will “blow you away”! Nationally and internationally known artists Kate Scott and Marc Foster Grant will present “Folly a Deux”
Letter to the Editor: Voluntary Recycling Contribution
My husband and I have been recycling since the mid sixties without ever paying a cent to do so. We have been pleased to see the scope of recycling expand as it has over the
Orcas Equestriennes Put Steeds Through Paces
Rachel Harvey organized a “Gaming Event” for the island’s 4-H horseback riders on Saturday afternoon, for practice and for fun. Rachel, who started riding at the age of 14, has been a riding
Short Run to the Sea: Nothing Between Your Boat and the Water
Bullwings: Orcas Issues is proud to collaborate with the Stewardship Network of the San Juans to bring its series, “A Short Run to the Sea” to our readers. We will reproduce daily articles from the
From Playboy to King – Outdoor Shakespeare at Doe Bay Resort July 8!
Contributed by Jami Mitchell The “Shakespeare under the Stars” series returns to Doe Bay Resort July 8 for a performance of Henry V beginning at 8 p.m. Doe Bay is excited to host the Island
Orcas “Hands Across the Sand” Join International Demonstration on Crescent Beach
"No" to offshore oil drilling, "Yes" to clean energy In an event sponsored by the political organization MoveOn.org, Orcas Islanders literally joined hands on Crescent Beach in Eastsound, to symbolically join with others
Guest Opinion: Recycling of School Demolition Materials
By the "Yes for Schools" Committee The builder of both the 1980’s school campus project and the High School, George Larson, has raised twovalid questions: how will the removal of materials be handled and would
Short Run to the Sea: Green Yards Can Be… Green!
Bullwings: Orcas Issues is proud to collaborate with the Stewardship Network of the San Juans to bring its series, “A Short Run to the Sea” to our readers. We will reproduce daily articles from the
