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
Orcas Islanders Turn Out for Comp Plan Vision
-- by Margie Doyle -- [metaslider id=55642] "We are asking you to consider ways in which we can modify the vision of the 20-year-old Vision Element of the Comprehensive Plan; and set policy direction today."
Sandy Starr: Feb. 15, 1941-Aug. 4, 2017
Sandy Starr, founder of Children's House Sandra (Sandy) Starr, aged 76, died on August 4, 2017 in Spokane Washington where she had been living for 11 years. Sandy was born in Philadelphia on
Letter to Editor | Vote Yes on School Bond and Levy
-- from Randall Gaylord for Citizens' Committee -- We are a citizens’ committee urging voters to say, “Yes” to the school bond and levy in the upcoming General Election. We are pleased that the school
Perham “Per” Black to Compete in Sailing Nationals
-- from Gray Cope for the San Juan Island Sailing Foundation -- Perham “Per” Black, a senior at Spring Street International School in Friday Harbor is one of 18 youth sailors headed to Florida
Letter to Editor | Please Vote Yes on Field Levy
-- from Andrew Stephens -- I would like to encourage everybody to support the upcoming school levy. The levy will finally address the poor condition of the fields around the school. I have played on
Crab, Costumes at Upcoming Yacht Club Feed
Thursday, October 19, 6 p.m., West Sound Community Hall -- from Burke Thomas, Yacht Club Vice Commodore -- The Annual Crab Feed dinner and costume party is coming up fast. Thursday October 19, 6 p.m.
Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte” — Humorous Fairy Tale, Fantasy
Sunday, October 15, 1 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- A scene from Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte.”Photo: Cory Weaver/Metropolitan OperaTaken during the dress rehearsal at the Metropolitan Opera on September
Letter to Editor | We’re Supporting School Bond and Levy
-- from Randall K. Gaylord and Marny Gaylord -- I am voting “Yes” on both the Orcas School District bond and levy in the November election. The bond is for necessary improvement of the buildings. The
Orcas Center Rolls Out 17-18 Season
-- by Margie Doyle -- "Whatever we hold as our culture, this is our Center," Orcas Center Board of Trustees President Tom Fiscus said as the new season was "rolled out" last week. Islanders at
Speakers Bureau: Poet, Artist Shin Yu Pai Blends Poetry With Visual Arts
Saturday, October 14, 1:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Nita Couchman for Orcas Library -- Orcas Island Library and Humanities Washington partner to bring author and visual artist, Shin Yu Pai, to Orcas for free Speakers
How Acupuncture Can Ameliorate Drug-related Chemical Dependency
Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. at Orcas Island Community Church -- by Dr. Vincent Shu -- Dr. Vincent Shu Pain is the most common reason patients are seen in Primary Care Clinics.
All Work and No Play – Who, Me?
-- from Rosie Kuhn -- I’m a helper kind of person. It makes me happy to assist others in ways that makes them happy. In my forties, I sailed on a 93 ft schooner for
“Laff-tober” Arrives with Sunday Classic Comedy Movie Fest
Sundays, October 15, 22, 29, 1 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Tom McDonough -- Get ready to laugh in October (or “Laff-tober”) for the Sunday Classic Comedy Movie Fest October 15, 22, and 29 at
Never Too Soon to Prevent Gun Violence
-- from U.S. Congressman Rick Larsen -- Imagine this scenario: during an annual physical exam, your doctor turns to you and says, "I'm sorry, but I have some bad news. You are really sick." Concerned,
Guest Column | Why Should a Senior Vote for School Bond and Levy?
-- from Paul Losleben -- To those who support the Orcas Island school bond issue, let me add my voice. To those who oppose the school bond issue, let me respectfully address concerns that have
Green Home Tour to Provide Innovative Energy-Saving Tips
Saturday, October 7, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. -- from Ryan T. Palmateer for San Juan Islands Conservation District -- Fall is officially here in the San Juans and that means your house might
