Here’s a thought…
“Live a balanced life. Learn some and think some, and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some.”
ROBERT FULGHUM
Letter to Editor | Library Board Expresses Gratitude
-- from Tom Fiscus -- The Board of Trustees and staff of the Orcas Island Public Library wish to thank the Orcas community for their resounding support, reflected in the “YES” vote for the Library levy lid lift approved via Tuesday’s ballot. “We are so proud of our community for
Letter to Editor | Support Affordable Housing and Property Tax Equity
-- from Shireene Hale -- Next week citizens will have an opportunity to encourage the San Juan County Council to take actions that will support affordable housing and provide property tax equity. The county is holding a hearing to take comment on the 2017 budget and department goals, which will
Lahari Offers End Of Life Care for Caregivers Course
Thursday, November 17, 1 - 5 p..m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Dennis King -- Sally Coffin, RN from Lahari will be teaching End of Life Care for Caregivers, on Thursday, November 17th, from 1pm to 5pm at the Eastsound Fire Hall Meeting Room. This 4 hour DSHS approved course
Tune Up Your Vocal Chords for Tom Rawson House Concert
Saturday, November 19, 7 p.m., Reserve for location -- from Tom Rawson -- Tom Rawson, folksinger and storyteller from Eastsound is the West Coast’s very own version of Pete Seeger. Armed with longneck banjo and other weapons of mass delight, Tom is a master of warmth and wit who loves
Veterans Rock
-- by Lin McNulty -- Plaque on Vietnam War Veterans Memorial at local American Legion post. It may be a small rock in comparison to others, but veterans at the local American Legion Post consider it a touchstone, a measure of gratitude not often expressed. A small rock
OPALCO Board Meeting
Thursday, November 17, 9 a.m., Lopez Fire Station -- from Bev Madan -- The OPALCO Board of Directors will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at the Lopez Fire Hall Thursday, November 17 at 9 a.m. Members are welcome to attend.
The Olga Symphony, More or Less
Friday, Saturday, November 25, 26 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Anita Orne -- A cherished Thanksgiving weekend tradition continues this year, as the Olga Symphony returns to the Orcas Center stage on Friday and Saturday, November 25 and 26. As always, Symphony members Gordon, Melinda, JP, and Anita will
Sportsmen Club’s Turkey Shoot Open to All
Saturday, November 19, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Orcas Island Sportsmen Club -- from Pat Muffett -- The Orcas Island Sportsmen Club invites the public to come and win their Thanksgiving Turkey at the 65th annual fall Turkey-Time Family Fun Shooting Contests. The shoot is on Saturday November 19 from
Chalice Group Will Discuss “Gratitude”
Sunday, November 13, 11:30 a.m., Emmanuel Benson Hall -- from Suzanne Olson -- Please join us at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 13 for a Chalice Group discussion led by John Carl on the topic of "Gratitude" at Emmanuel Episcopal Church Benson Hall. Please bring finger foods to share following
Garden Club to Discuss Backyard Orchards, More
Wednesday, November 16, 10 a.m., Orcas Center Madrona Room -- from Vanessa Julian -- The Orcas Island Garden Club presents speakers Janice and John Hagey on Wednesday, November 16 at the Orcas Center Madrona room at 10 a.m. Janice and John will discuss choosing trees for the backyard orchard; recommendations
Celebrate Indian Island November 17
Thursday, November 17, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Russel Barsh -- Indian Island is beginning to show the effects of increasing tourist traffic and climate change. That is the message that Kwiaht and the Indian Island Marine Health Observatory will share with the community at the seventh
Letter to Editor | Now is Time to Come Together
-- from Bill Watson -- I want to thank all of the people who gave me encouragement and support during my campaign for San Juan County Council District 1. I consider myself fortunate to have had an opportunity to meet with and talk with so many fellow citizens of San
Growler Draft Environmental Impact Statement Available for Public Review
-- from Public Affairs Office, Norfolk, Virginia -- The Navy will publish a notice of availability in the Federal Register tomorrow (Nov. 10) announcing the release of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for EA-18G Growler airfield operations at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The Draft EIS will be available
Seniors Have Talent — Now and Into the Future
-- by Margie Doyle -- Didier Gincig introduces the beginning ukulele class at the first Seniors Have Talent Show this month Didier Gincig channeled the warmth and talent of the Orcas Senior Center at the second annual "Seniors Have Talent" show last Saturday. He dedicated the afternoon's performance
Rick Larsen Wins Re-election to Congress
-- from Rick Larsen's Office -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement tonight after winning re-election to represent Washington’s 2nd Congressional District: “The 2nd Congressional District belongs to the people. I thank the voters for the privilege to represent this great community for the next two years. It
A Day at the Orcas Island Food Bank
-- from Madie Murray -- The following article was originally published in November of 2011. Not much has changed in our day-to-day operations since then and we thought it might be nice to re-tell it (with minor updates) during this fundraising time. It pretty much relates the heart and soul
