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
Formation of "Orcas Rec" park and recreation district to be on Nov. ballot
By Kevin O'Brien After overwhelming support by the people of Orcas Island, the "Orcas Rec" Initiative has gained sufficient signatures needed to make the November ballot. This was confirmed by the San Juan County Auditor,
"Tapping into Health" complementary workshop Aug. 2
Nancy Southern, MSW, will offer a complementary workshop at the Orcas Island Library presenting a tapping technique called EFT. Southern has extensive training in this technique, which she says brings “relief from bouts of fatigue,
School District pursues grant for energy collection and HVAC replacement
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline is pursuing adding “Green Energy” components to the school building, and thereby to the school‘s education program. With the research of Kline's Executive Assistant Cathy Ferran, a grant
Bad checks leave merchants out in the cold
Sgt. Steve Vierthaler of the San Juan County Sheriff's Department issued this warning through the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce today: Over the past couple weeks we have had a large increase in ID thefts.
CPR and First Aid for Kids, Teens, and Adults
Youth going into the 5th grade and older will be able to attend a CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and First Aid class on July 28 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Teenagers
County considers 2nd phase cuts at special meeting July 27
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Council will hold a special budget workshop beginning at 1p.m. Monday, July 27 in the Council Hearing Room of the Legislative Building at 55
Community Foundation supports the Orcas Island School District in second year of Education Initiative
From the Orcas Island Community Foundation Updated July 24 at 3 p.m. The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) has authorized a grant of $10,000 from its Board discretionary fund to the Orcas Island School District
Just another weekend in paradise
Friday, July 24 Show Opening “From Their Hands” 4-7 pm at "The Cabin” Crow Valley Pottery An amazing collection of pots from around the region. Showcasing the new work of dozens of our favorite potters!
Summer Tango Soirée at Rose’s Café
A Tango Soirée will be the highlight of a series of tango dance classes conducted by Sara Thomsen next weekend. An evening of tapas and dancing at Rose’s Café Friday, July 31 will feature
British Soccer Camp comes to Orcas Island
British Soccer camp,the largest provider of summer soccer camps in the country, is coming to Orcas Island, August 3-7 at Buck Park, offering programs for ages 4-15. All ability levels are welcome. Individual foot-skills, technical
Council considers more cuts and levy increase
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager In a special meeting on July 22, members of the San Juan County Council heard the County Administrator and the County Auditor lay out the dimensions of
KindlingsFest begins C.S. Lewis course
In opening KindlingsFest 2009 today, Orcas Island Community Church Pastor Dick Staub announced the C.S. Lewis-centered conference will gather together "thoughtful creatives for whom God is of central importance." Dr. Jerry Root returns
School District to advertise for architect for building bond
Post updated 4:25 a.m. July 23 The Orcas Island School District board has authorized District Superintendent Barbara Kline to advertise for an architect for the design of the District's building renovation. The scope of the
Turtleback Open to benefit Roger Weinel
By Madie Murray What could be better than a great day of golf with friends, and a summer barbecue? That’s what could happen to you at the Third Annual Turtleback Open. This year, the net
New Midweek Market opens Wednesday
Midweek Market will premiere tomorrow, July 22, from 2 to 6 p.m behind Orcas Online on Prune Alley, to offer Orcas-made products, food and art. The regular Wednesday market is a collaboration of local vendors
School board to make significant financial decisions this Thursday
The Orcas Island School District Board of Directors met on Thursday, July 16 to review the proposed draft for the 2009 – 2010 General Fund, Associated Student Body (ASB) Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Debt
