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
Writers' Valentines at Roundtable this Saturday
The monthly Writer's Roundtable will meet to consider "The Romance of Words: A Valentine for Writers." All are welcome at this meeting on Saturday, February 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Library. Writers
Bond appears to fail with only 55% approval — levy passes
Updated Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. The San Juan County Elections office reports that, as of Feb. 10, Orcas Islanders appears to have approved the Orcas Island School District's proposed levy, but denied a proposed
Community Foundation Helps with Financial Reporting
The Orcas Island Community Foundation has set dates for two best practice workshops. The first is ‘Creating Meaningful Financial Reports’, offered by Kathy Wehle, a CPA and Financial Consultant who now lives in Seattle and
Senator Ranker Reports at Half-Way Mark
Week Five We’re nearing the half-way point of the 2010 session, and already we’ve faced some difficult decisions and I know there are many more to come. We’re looking at how to balance the
Participants Sought for Sustainable Living Fair in May
The Sustainable Living Fair will take place on Saturday, May 1<, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Eastsound Village Green, alongside the first Farmers Market of the season. Those who would like to
Prevent H1N1 Flu by Immunizations and Hand-washing
Orcas Island School Nurse Iris Graville gave an update last week on the ongoing issues re H1N1 influenza. "We need to remain diligent to keep H1N1 influenza under control." Recent studies report that no state
Fadem Leads Exploration of Austen and Trollope
Two Masterworks of English Literature will be presented by Richard Fadem in an 8 -week class beginning Wednesday, February 24, from 10:00 to 12:30 at the Parish Hall. A fee of $20 will be collected
Letter to the Editor: Support the Exchange Feb. 8
Now is the time to show your support for the Exchange on Orcas Island! The County Council is making important decisions that will affect the cost of dumping garbage and recycling at the Orcas transfer
County Council Meets Monday on Orcas for Eastsound Planning and Country Corner Hearing
Recent EPRC meeting clarifies objections to County's LAMIRD plans for Country Corner The County Council comes once again on Orcas Island on Monday, Feb. 8. On the agenda are reports from the Eastsound Planning Review
KT Laslo Wins Orcas Idol 2010
KT Laslo was the people's choice for Orcas Idol 2010, singing her heart out and charming the audiences through three rounds of competition to win the award over nine other contestant acts. For
Council on Orcas,Voting Deadline, Tax Help and the Return of Moqui
Sunday, Feb. 7 Five Bells Quintet Orcas "Brass" perform at 2 p.m. at the Orcas Center. An international program celebrating the 2010 Winter Olympics, opening in Vancouver B.C. on Feb. 12. Orcas Island
Senior Center Exhibit Showcases Joe Floren's Abstract Paintings and Photos
“In an Abstract State of Mind,” a mixed exhibit of paintings and digital photographs by island artist Joe Floren, will be featured in the Lundeen gallery at Orcas Senior Center throughout February. A
OIPP Brings Orcas Idol and Superbowl Ad Survey
While the Orcas Center rocks with the raw and refined talents of the nine contestants in Orcas Idol this Saturday, behind the scenes the Orcas Island Prevention Partnership (OIPP), a Community Coalition, is fulfilling its
Community Foundation Starts Grants Cycle
From Moana Kutsche, President, Orcas Island Community Foundation The Orcas Island Community Foundation is accepting applications for the 2010 competitive grants cycle. All nonprofit organizations with projects that will benefit Orcas Island are invited to
Cupid's Closet Flea Market Feb. 13 at West Sound
The West Sound Women’s group, The Fidelis Circle, is planning a fundraiser flea market, to be held Saturday, February 13, at the West Sound Community Hall, 10:00-3:00. Vendors have rented tables, and are collecting their
Special School Board Meeting on Feb. 10
A special School Board meeting has been called by the Orcas Island School Disstrict for next Wednesday, Feb. 10. The agenda calls for the open public meeting to start at 4:30 p.m.. following a closed
