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
Celebrate the Holidays With Choral Society at “Making Spirits Bright”
Saturday - Sunday, December 8 - 9, Orcas Center -- from Lynn Baker for Orcas Choral Society -- Brighten your holidays December 8 and 9 at the Orcas Choral Society’s festive winter concert, “Making Spirits
Letter to Editor | Bolshoi Reflects Our Love for Dance
-- from Marti Monroe -- We want to share this world-class opportunity with you. For the last several years, something notable has been going on at Orcas Center at 2 p.m. on specific weekend days
Student Musicians Set to Enchant Holiday Audiences
-- from Sharon Ho for Music Advocacy Group -- Dec 6, 13 and 20: Mark your calendars for holiday concerts by Orcas Island student musicians! Every Thursday evening for the next three weeks, come and
Two Men Honored for Saving Life of Ferries Employee
-- from Washington State Ferries -- While many Washington State Ferries employees are trained to save lives, it is a relief to know that ferry employees are a part of a community where others are
Inslee Administration Stands with Local Leaders as Navy Walks Away From Mitigation Negotiations
-- from Maryon Attwood for Sound Defense Alliance -- The Navy just announced that it terminated negotiations with consulting parties over fundamental differences in how to protect historical properties impacted by increased noise. Termination of consultation
Barbara Bentley to Speak About Changing Times, Changing Gardens
Wednesday, December 12, 10 a.m., Orcas Center -- from Helen Huber for Orcas Island Garden Club -- The Orcas Island Garden Club welcomes Barbara Bentley, on Wednesday, December 12 at 10 a.m. at the Orcas
Have Your Say on Protecting Our Environment
Emmanuel Parish Hall in Eastsound, December 5, 4:30-6pm A Community Discussion Forum on Rights of Nature and Rights for the Salish Sea: The Why and How Welcome – spokesperson from CRSJI (5 minutes) Background on
Senior Center Meeting of the Minds: The Gift of Water
Wednesday, December 5, 1:15 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Sara Boyle for Orcas Senior Center -- We are more alike than we are different. We all need healthy food. We all need fresh air.
Everything You Need to Know About Medicare
Wednesday, December 12, 1:30 p.m., Library Community Room -- from Pegi Groundwater -- Turning 65 soon? Been on Social Security Disability for at least two years? Then you are about to become part of Medicare.
Olga Potluck Includes Holiday Gift Exchange
Saturday, December 8, 5:30 p.m., Olga Community Center -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Join us for a merry time at the Olga Holiday Potluck, Saturday, December 8 at the Olga Community Center. Social hour begins
Salish Sea Youth Ballet Presents Friday Harbor Nutcracker
Saturday, December 15, 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 16, 2 p.m., Friday Harbor Brickworks -- from Jeanne Peihl for Salish Sea Youth Ballet -- Photography by Mark Gardner. Salish Sea Youth Ballet is proud
Orcas Issues Needs Great Reporters
-- by Margie Doyle -- Orcas Issues, News and Views is looking for more reporters. We need people who are interested in the work undertaken by all our taxing districts -- school, library, park and
Letter to the Editor: Center’s “Roasted Nut” Deserves High Praise
--by Velma Doty-- Once again I am moved by what Orcas Center has offered to us. After many decades and after MANY many wonderful musicals / plays / and other events, I am again truly
Start Time Changed for Vegan Potluck Tomorrow
Sunday, December 2, 7 p.m., Odd Fellows — from Lili Hein — This monthly gathering on the first Sunday of every month, celebrates a compassionate, healthy and sustainable plant-based lifestyle. Join in on the lively conversation,
Breaking News: Navy Terminates Section 106 Consultation for Increased Growler Operations at NAS Whidbey Island
-- from Michael Welding for NAS Whidbey -- After being unable to reach agreement through extensive, in-depth consultations, the Navy has decided to terminate consultation under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
Review: Don’t Miss “The Roasted Nut” Dance Performance
-- a review by Jean Henigson -- If you like dance, I hope you can go to see “The Roasted Nut” at Orcas Center. It is an absolutely delightful way to start off the holiday
