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
When a need comes to Orcas Island: Early Reading Intervention Project starts this summer
-- from Tom Owens -- Orcas will have its Early Reading Intervention Project thanks to lots of helpful and generous people. This summer starting July 15 for four weeks, 15 children that are struggling to
New species of orca whale discovered at Island Market
-- Flotsam & Jetsam from Maurice Austin -- Apparently, recent changes in seafood-product labeling requirements have led to some confusion on the part of fishermen, fish buyers, seafood distributors, and retail markets in the Western
SAFE San Juans to address healing from trauma through yoga practice
Sunday, April 7, 1 - 2:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Samantha Graham for SAFE San Juans -- In honor of sexual assault awareness month, SAFE San Juans will be hosting Movement as Medicine: Healing Sexual
This year’s PlayFest selections taking shape
-- from Aaimee Johnson for Actors Theater of Orcas Island -- Actors Theater of Orcas Island (ATOI) is excited to announce the selections for this year’s PlayFest, Orcas Island’s homegrown festival of 10-minute plays. You’ll
Co-op Community Hero Program supports Historical Museums in April
-- from Carol Kulminski -- Orcas Food Co-op’s Community Hero Program: Donations raised during April through Register Round Up and 3% Thursday, April 18 will support Orcas Island Historical Museums! Orcas Food Co-op’s Community Hero
Free low voltage/fiber optic course begins next week
Mondays and Wednesdays, 4 - 6 p.m., April 3 -May 8, Friday Harbor High School -- from San Juan Economic Development Council -- The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) is partnering with Rock
Clever Cow Creamery will showcase local student artwork
Saturday, April 13, 5-7 p.m., Clever Cow Creamery -- from Trillium Swanson -- Join us on April 13 from 5-7 p.m. at Clever Cow Creamery, for the Gallery Opening Showcase of Orcas Island High School
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.
