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
Montessori School floods, continues at Benson Hall
Montessori School suffered water damage when a water heater failed a week ago Friday, and they have relocated to Benson Hall while the floor in the school on North Beach Road is being replaced. The
"Dry But Important" School Board Meeting Mulls Enrollment, Budget, Bond and Levy Situations
With enrollment in the Orcas Island School District’s Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) now at 110 for grades K-8, the OISD Board agreed at their regular meeting on Nov. 17 to add additional teaching staff
Orcas Lady Vikings — State Soccer Champions!
Update from Lance Evans, Executive Director of Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce: "The team is arriving at the Orcas Ferry Landing tonight around 10:40 pm and everyone is invited to join the small celebration as
Center's December Show Will Display Shared Memories, "Treasures"
By Joe Floren Orcas Islanders will share portions of their lives as well as memories of local history--in the form of artifacts, art objects and personal memorabilia--in Orcas Center’s month-long holiday event. The
The Mighty Yellow Jackets — On to State Champs!
By Lyndsey Smith Note: The Orcas Island Lady Vikings won their soccer game today against La Conner in double overtime, and will go on to play for the State Championship tomorrow in Sumner.
Literacy Carnival at the Funhouse from 1 to 4 this afternoon
Who can believe it's the week before Thanksgiving? As we bustle around in this weekend before Turkey Day, take some time to stop in at the final public event in a month promoting
Vikings Victorious Over LaConner in 2nd Overtime
By Kris Drake of www.skagitvalley radio.com It took a pair of overtimes, plus a pair of shootout rounds to determine a winner to advance to Saturday’s 1B/2B girls’ soccer championship game. It took the Viking
Orientation and Training for Funhouse Volunteers!
From The Funhouse Interested in helping Orcas kids--but not sure how? Not sure if you have the time? Beginning December 1st, the Funhouse will launch a new volunteer training program “Working Well With Kids.” With the
Gloomy weather? Not to worry, lively weekend ahead
Friday, Nov. 20 Veterans’ Advisory Board from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Large Conference Room, Legislative Bldg. 55 Second St., Friday Harbor. Rep. Jeff Morris to speak about energy issues 2 – 4
Musicians McCune, Gable, Khadoma and Kevin Entertain This Weekend
Local pianist and vocalist Grace McCune and national touring violinist Joel Gamble will join Khadoma and Kevin of Olga at the Ecotopian Restaurant Saturday, November 21st at 9 p.m. Grace and Joel bring
Spirit Week at Orcas Elementary/Middle Schools
Updated Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. Orcas Elementary/Middle School Principal Kyle Freeman brought the idea for a Spirit Week to the Elementary and Middle Schools this fall, and the 6th grade Leadership class
Recount May Decide Orcas Rec Race Next Tuesday
By Doris Schaller, County Elections Supervisor A slim margin between candidates for the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Commissioner No. 1 position could result in a mandatory recount for the San Juan County Elections
"Food for Thought" Dinner Keeps You Out of the Wind and Helps Our Public Schools
By Janet Brownell Come get out of the storm today (Thursday, November 19th) and help support our public schools at the Orcas Island Education Foundation's Food for Thought event at Camp Orkila. OIEF has challenged
Ben Bruce Brings Live Music to the Doe Bay Café
This Friday at 7 p.m., the Doe Bay Café welcomes Ben Bruce, a singer/songwriter playing what he terms “thinking rock,” on an old, "beat-down" acoustic guitar. His music has been described as "alternately raucous, restrained
Fire Dept. Offering EMT Training Beginning January
Orcas Island Fire & Rescue will be offering an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class for community members interested in becoming volunteers. “The first class will be Saturday, January 9th”, said Division Chief, Patrick Shepler. “We
Antoinette Botsford, Teller of Tales, expands into the Twilight World
Antoinette Botsford, Orcas Island “Storybird” has enthralled listeners locally and nation-wide with her stories. She has practiced her storytelling art at First Nation and American gatherings, workshops and classes throughout the North
