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
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
Skyhawks Multisport Camp is Back On!
Look ahead to Skyhawks All-Sport Camp -- MUST pre-register by August 13th The Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp will be held August 23rd-27th (Monday-Friday) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. provided at least 16 kids
Journey Stories Presents: Carl Allen
Carl Allen will present his Musical Journey Stories program Friday, July 30th, 7:30pm at the Senior Center. Carl has delighted Orcas audiences several times as half of the folk duo The Wanderers, and once solo
Backups at San Juan Island Solid Waste Station
Public Works Looking for Solution at Solid Waste Drop Box By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager 40 cars were already backed-up up from the entrance to the San Juan Island solid waste station when
Letter to the Editor: Children Excel Despite School
I will be voting no on the school bond despite the tent revival evangelism of its proponents. Tens of thousands of schools in this country are in the same position the Orcas schools are in.
Aviators’ Rendez-Vous at Orcas Airport for 26th Annual Fly-In
The 26th annual Orcas Old-Fashioned Fly In takes place this weekend with camping and tie-down fees waived for the fledglings and buzzards that fly in to enjoy the beautiful locale of the Orcas
JP and the OK Rhythm Boys to play Concert in the Park August 1st
Bring your picnic dinner and settle in on the grass at the village green this Sunday for some furious fast fancy fiddling with JP and the OK Rhythm Boys. Champion fiddler, JP Wittman,
Parks & Rec District to Hold Special Meeting July 29
The Orcas Island Park and Recreation District (OIPRD) will hold a Special Meeting at the Orcas Island Public Library conference room on Thursday July 29, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. On the agenda will
The Week Ahead: Workshops, Meetings, Readings, Tours, Concerts and the Fly-In!
Monday, July 26 Mt Baker Road and Trail Design Workshop, Eastsound Firehall 4 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 27 Eastsound Sewer and Water District meeting at 4:30 p.m. East side of Airport, at end of
