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
Guest Opinion: Insight to Making Our Children Civil
By Rivkah Sweedler The story of Colton Harris-Moore is a cautionary tale of what happens when a society does not provide in a positive way for its children, as when a society spends more on
Orcas Cappella Prepares for SongShare 2010 and Major Changes
Orcas A Cappella , directed by Dennis Bonner, is preparing for one of its signature "SongShare" concerts, while at the same time anticipating Bonner’s and his wife Candy Ver Brugghen’s move to Oregon
School Board Votes to Ask for Bond in August
At a special Meeting of the Orcas Island School District (OISD) Board on Thursday, March 11, it was decided to submit the district’s Capital Bond to the voters again this August. The decision followed discussion
Chamber of Commerce Looks at Windows 7
This month's "Business Essentials" meeting, sponsored by the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce, will take a close look at the new Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. The meeting will begin on Tuesday, March 16 at
Actors Theater Announces Auditions for 2010 Playfest
Contributed by Doug Bechtel It's that time of year when everyone is tired of the long winter and folks are coming out of hibernation with great anticipation for Spring activities. What better way
Many Choices for Entertainment and Memories This Weekend
Many Choices for Entertainment and Memories This WeekendFriday, March 12 Journey Stories Explorations at the Senior Center, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. We all have journey stories -- How do you go about telling YOUR
Why Did the School Bond Fail? Community Potluck Brings Out Answers
Last night, the Orcas High School Commons was filled with a lively group discussing their viewpoints on the Orcas Island School District (OISD)Bond for Reconstruction and Repairs, which recently failed by about a
Spoken Word Blues at Orcas Center’s OffCenter Stage
As part of its Spotlight in the OffCenter series, Orcas Center presents Chris Chandler, a spoken word performer, and guitarist Paul Benoit on Saturday, March 20 at 7:30 pm. Chris Chandler, a skinny
Council Takes First Steps toward Solid Waste Utility Survival Plan
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager After much deliberation the San Juan County Council Tuesday authorized County staff to begin three steps toward raising money to keep the County’s solid waste utility afloat: 1)
Count of Homeless in San Juan County Shows Slight Increase
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager This year’s Count of Homeless Persons (PIT) in San Juan County recognized 79 persons as homeless. Among the homeless, 29 were classified as unsheltered - living in tents,
March 19 Deadline for Student Recipes!
Every Orcas and Waldron public school student is eligible to submit entries for the First Ever OISD Student Chef Competition. The Farm to Cafeteria Committee needs to received your recipe for the greatest sandwich, soup,
Letter to the Editor: Stand Up and Be Counted!
The 2010 Census is underway. I urge you to participate as a complete count will benefit our community greatly. Census data is used to allocate state and federal funds. It is estimated that each individual
Choral Society Advertises for Piano Accompanist
The Orcas Choral Society announces a piano accompanist position to begin in September 2010 for the 2010-2011 season. Advanced piano skills and accompanying experience are required. The pianist accompanies weekly choral rehearsals September through mid-May
Letter to the Editor: School Board Invites Public to Bond Discussion Potluck on Wednesday
The Orcas Island School Board invites the community to a BBQ & Potluck and bond discussion this Wednesday, the 10th, to be held in the High School Commons at 6:15pm. On March 11, the day
Vintage Jazz, Ukulele Workshops in Eastsound with Miss Rose & Her Rhythm Percolators
Contributed by Mark Morris On Saturday, March 13, travel back in time to the earliest days of the Jazz Age with Miss Rose & Her Rhythm Percolators. They’re playing one show only, at
Low-income Seniors and Disabled Qualify for Bond ‘Tax’ Exemption
(Editor’s note: Those interested in obtaining help in applying for this exemption can contact Jane Heisinger at the Orcas Island Senior Center (376-2677), who will set up appointments with the Orcas Island School District
