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.”
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Mishras return to Odd Fellows Hall June 21
Contributed by Angie Rinjzin From their home city of Benares, an ancient spiritual centre of traditional music and Hindu culture, the Mishras are bringing classical North Indian ragas and folk music to
June 20 Writer's Roundtable: Comings and Goings
It's been said that every story is either about leaving home or coming back. During the June Writer's Roundtable on Saturday, June 20th (Note:This is a change from 2nd to 3rd Saturday, for June) Jill
Councilman Fralick Warns of Costs of Delay
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager At the San Juan Council meeting this week, budget committee chair Richard Fralick distributed a chart that shows the potential cost of delaying County budget cuts in human
Benefit and fund to aid Indira Monk
From the Orcas Chamber of Commerce Long-time Orcas resident Indira Monk recently suffered a stroke, and faces an uphill battle during her recuperation. Café Olga has orchestrated a benefit dinner, where the proceeds will go
"Fête de la Musique" on June 19 and 20 to benefit the Funhouse
For two nights only, Orcas Center audiences will celebrate World Music Day, all for the benefit of the Funhouse. For the fifth year running, Martin Lund will host his fantastic One World Music
Council cuts deeper – department heads protest – reorganization planned
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Faced with a projected revenue shortfall of $1 million to $1.5 million dollars this year, the San Juan County Council ordered County Administrator Pete rose to prepare a
World War II drama "Waiting for MacArthur" Opens June 19 at the Grange
Actors Theater of Orcas Island is pleased to present Waiting for MacArthur, a full-length play by Paullette MacDougal for two weeekends later this month. This play, set in the months just before and
Orcas Elections – School and Fire Districts face challengers
As of last Friday, June 4, candidates filed for election in the Orcas Island School District and the Orcas Island Fire Commission races. Three positions are open on the Orcas Island School District (OISD) Board
Summer fun with a French accent begins with Open House on Saturday, June 20
Canoe Island French Camp will hold an Open House that provides a chance for those curious about Canoe Island as well as families and friends to tour the island and meet the staff on Saturday,
Labyrinths, concerts, monologues and benefits — and meetings too
Sunday June 7 Emmanuel Parish invites the public to participate in its Labyrinth on the Lawn from 9-Noon at the Emmanuel Parish Green in Eastsound. Eastsound Off-Leash Dog Area monthly meeting at 2 p.m. Basic
Taxing district, stipend cuts, building closures suggested in school budget workshop
Last month, Superintendent Kline had the onerous task of presenting a Minimum Education Plan which called for the reduction of about 8 full time equivalent (FTE) staff in order to make up the near-$500,000
Seven OASIS students honored at Commencement ceremony on June 6
Orcas Alternative Student-Initiated Studies (OASIS), now in its third year as an official Orcas Island School District school, proudly graduated seven students on Saturday, June 6. Valedictorian Natasha earned a diploma, as did
Kevin Ranker issues comprehensive report of legislative session
From Kevin Ranker LEGISLATION I’m excited to report that during this session we were able to secure passage of most of my top priority bills and several other pieces of legislation that I co-sponsored.
Sallie Bell's Monkey Puzzle occupies "jewel box" at Orcas Landing
Sallie Bell's signature products now have a new home, as she's moved into the old liquor store "cubicle" adjacent Orcas Village Store. Monkey Puzzle long occupied a store on North Beach Road, in
Orcas Writers Festival extends early bird registration to June 13
The Orcas Writers Festival, at the start of its second year, has extended the deadline for Early Bird Registration to June 13. Festival registration is available at www.orcasislandwritersfestival.com. The festival will be held Sept. 17
County Budget Cuts will be Significant, Changes may be Structural
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager County Auditor Milene Henley ran through variations on six different budgeting scenarios for the County Council on Friday, June 5. Each scenario began with an immediate $1 million
