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
Everyone invited to partake in, contribute to History Lives Here Month
-- from Sandy Strehlou -- Orcas Island residents, businesses, and organizations are invited to tell the story of Orcas Island’s rich history during History Lives Here Month – May 2019. Every year local history events,
Call for Kids Variety Show performers
-- from Didier Gincig -- Kids from ages 5-18 are invited to participate in Kids Variety Show on the Orcas Center Stage on April 20. Performers may sing, dance, play music, tell jokes, have fun
Letter to Editor | Coffelt Farm livestock being sold to local farmers
-- from Coffelt Farm Stewards -- As we are winding down here at Coffelt Farm, animal care is our top priority. Our animals are continuing to be cared for with the best humane management practices.
Health district and UW: Almost there
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- Nearing the achievement of one of its major responsibilities, the Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) has reached agreement with UW Neighborhood Clinics (UWNC) on all aspects
Recovery In Community Benefit: 22 Musicians on Stage Next Week
Monday - Tuesday, April 1 - 2, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susan Hull -- Two great concerts are coming next week for one great cause! Recovery in Community aims to identify islanders with
School Board Schedules Regular Meeting This Week
Notice of a Regular School Board Meeting Thursday, March 28, 2019 AGENDA 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER Regular Monthly Mtg. – School Library. Approve Agenda Approve Consent Agenda PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS Members of the
Calligraphy Like You’ve Never Seen Before is Coming to Orcas Center
Friday - Saturday, April 12 - 13, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from JoAn Mann -- The Island Inspiration All-Stars are back in action bringing a powerfully eclectic mix of dance styles to Orcas Center
Mikaela Hansen Graduates WWU with Human Services Degree
-- from Edy Hansen -- Orcas High School 2015 alum Mikaela Suzanne Hansen graduated with a B.A. in Human Services from Western Washington University with a 3.7 GPA. She will be pursuing a master’s degree
Superintendent Takes Us on Weekly School Construction Tour
-- from Eric Webb, Orcas Schools Superintendent -- Construction at Orcas Schools continues. This week Superintendent Eric Webb gives us another tour and peek inside.
Superintendent Guides Us on Weekly School Construction Tour
-- from Eric Webb, Orcas Schools Superintendent — Construction at Orcas Schools continues. This week Superintendent Eric Webb gives us another tour and peek inside.
Orcas Whiskey Judged Best American Single Malt
-- from Charles West for Orcas Island Distillery -- Orcas Island Distillery’s West Island Whiskey was judged American Single Malt Whiskey Best in Category at the 15th Annual Judging of Craft Spirits. The whiskey, released
Local Student Serves a Week as Legislative Page
-- from Connor Tibke for House Democratic Caucus -- Ricky Hughes, a student at Spring Street International School, served as a page this week in the Washington State House of Representatives. Sponsored by State Rep.
Guest Opinion | Let’s Make Sure our Youngsters Develop Great Reading Skills
Monday, March 25, 6 p.m., Island Hoppin' Brewery -- from Tom Owens -- I will be giving a presentation at Island Hoppin' Brewery in support of the school district's summer reading skills program. The first
Historical Museums to Present Unique History Matinee
Sunday, March 31, 3 p.m., Eastsound Fire Hall -- from Carol Kulminski -- The Orcas Island Historical Museums present “Kanakas, Pickett, and the Royal Marines of English Camp: The Story Behind Mist-chi-mas,” a history matinee
Everyone Invited to Montessori School’s Spring Open House
Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Montessori School -- from Teresa Chocano for Orcas Montessori School -- Orcas Montessori School welcomes you to our Spring Open House. Come meet our staff, visit our
$1,000 + Youth Leadership Camp for Sophomores and Juniors: Apps Due April 12
-- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- [metaslider id="68528"] OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Cooperative Youth Scholarship Program is accepting applications from high school sophomores and juniors of OPALCO member households. Up to five scholars will receive
