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
Funhouse Summer Day Camp Program Schedule
-- from Emilie Gincig for the Funhouse -- Our summer day camp program is back with 10 weeks of exciting adventures! Summer camp is $95 a week for members and $125 a week for non-members.
American Pen Women Reach Out to Islanders
-- from Sara Williams -- What's the Story? It's a round-table discussion of the craft of writing and the business of publishing. Two American Pen Women authors, Iowa-based Joyce Daniels and Sara Williams of Deer
Letter to Editor: Praise Prius People
-- from Tom Owens -- While driving around the island, I have noticed lots of Prius vehicles. The owners seem to have their noses pointed slightly upward. Perhaps the driver’s seat is designed to lean
“Garden of the Absurd;” Must Be Time for Solstice Parade
Saturday, June 20, at noon in Eastsound -- from Michael Budnick -- Photos: Bob Friel Orcas Islanders and friends from near and far are invited to the 17th Annual Summer Solstice Parade on
Guest Opinion: Make a Difference in a Child’s Life
-- by David Turnoy -- Several weeks ago, a documentary called "Minor Differences" was shown at our local theater. An Orcas resident made this film, and it tells the story of five different young men
Steward San Juans’ Natural “Hot Spots”!
Special “Leave No Trace” Training June 17 & 18 on San Juan and Lopez Islands -- from Dona Wuthnow, Director, County Parks and Recreation -- On October 7, 2014, San Juan County became the first
Calling Grandparents, Fictive Kin, and Relatives Raising Children
Sunday, June 14, 4 p.m., Orcas Christian School Playground -- from Kim Ihlenfeldt -- Are you raising or deeply involved with the care of someone else’s child? It is well known that raising children comes
Children’s House Coupon Book Offers Savings
-- from Susan Anderson -- Orcas Island Children’s House is selling coupon books, featuring more than $500 in discounts offered by local businesses. Go Orcas! includes nearly 100 coupons (valid through May 2016) featuring savings on dining,
Jami Mitchell Leads Senior Center Non-profit
Jami Mitchell -- by Margie Doyle -- "I love my new job!" Jami Mitchell says unabashedly. She works every day, 25 hours a week as the Senior Center Manager, to be "a support
Set Your Sights on Ciders and Meads!
-- by Madie Murray -- Admission includes your own commemorative taster glass! Mark your calendars and invite your friends! On Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. the big white tasting tent will be
Orcas Throngs to its Energy Fair 2015
-- by Margie Doyle, updated June 9 at 8 a.m. -- [metaslider id=37345] Kelsy Green and Linda Lyshall of the San Juans Conservation District greet visitors to the Oprcas Island Energy Fair The
Noted Speakers at Annual Economics Luncheon
-- from the San Juan County Economic Development Council -- Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for the 6th Annual EDC Economics Luncheon with Dr. Hart Hodges, Director of Western Washington University’s Center
Weight Watchers Get Happy
-- by Carol Kulminski -- This summer, members of Orcas Weight Watchers will explore the science of happiness, also known as positive psychology. Why? Findings from the field of happiness research indicate that when we
There’s a New Sergeant in Town
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- San Juan County Sheriff's Office new Orcas Sergeant, Herb Crowe. On June 1st 2015, I promoted long time Deputy and Orcas Island resident Herb Crowe to the position
Lund and Friends Again Celebrate “One World”
Friday and Saturday, June 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Center -- from Regina Zwilling -- Get ready for another round of Martin Lund’s “One World Music Celebration”! This year’s show will take you
Tales, Tastes and Tidbits, June 25th
A unique event you won't want to miss. -- from Madie Murray -- What could be better than enjoying a good story while sipping fine spirits and nibbling delicious nosh? A unique fundraiser
