Here’s a thought…
“The further a society drifts from truth, the more it will hate those who speak it.”
GEORGE ORWELL
Letter to Editor | Eastsound Fireworks Forever?
-- from Cathy Ellis -- Perhaps some year in the near future, we as a community might find an alternative to our usual Eastsound 4th of July celebration. Keep the party, yes, perhaps do a brilliant laser show instead, which could still be awesome, big, bright, fun! Or, initiate a slight
Editorial: How About Fireworks That Are Better for Pets and Vets?
-- by Lin McNulty -- As we wade through the festivities of Independence Day, at least two groups would give anything to not experience the sounds of a lively fireworks display: pets and vets. An annual display that is a visual celebration, rather than a reenactment of war that causes vets
Laslo’s Magic Show Dazzles at the Sea View
Repeat performance Sunday, July 3 at 7:30 p.m. -- by Madeleine Treneer -- Maria Bullock teams up with Matthew Laslo for his Magic Show at the Sea View Theatre A buzz filled the packed Sea View Theatre as the audience awaited another lively and exciting magic show by
WWU Dance Theatre Ensemble Leaps Back to Orcas Center
Saturday, July 9, 6:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver -- Once again the choreographers working with WWU’s Dance Theatre Ensemble have turned to diverse subjects for the dances they are performing at Orcas Center. Bring the whole family for an innovative night of dance on Center Stage Saturday,
More Photos of Saturday’s Parade
-- by Lin McNulty -- Orcas photographer Margot Shaw shares her photos of the parade held on Saturday, July 2, in Eastsound Village. [metaslider id=44997]
Olga Daze Coming Up Soon; Bring Your Donations
-- from Lorna Rhodes -- Bring your donations for Olga Daze! This year’s celebration will be Saturday, July 16, rain or shine. Included in the festivities are food, live music, a quilt raffle, a silent auction, and a very large “Barn Sale.” The barn sale offers everything from furniture, books,
Stop and See the School Garden
-- from Judy Tepley -- [metaslider id=44959] At the Orcas Garden Tour, I was so taken with the school garden. I saw it several years ago and it was so-so but cool. This time it was amazing, obviously tended and cared for, so many hands working toward making it a
Eastsound Village Celebrates American Independence Day
-- by Lin McNulty -- [metaslider id=44967] The annual Historical Days celebration brought unending opportunities for smiles on Saturday, July 2 in the village of Eastsound. Orcas Island 4-H took First Prize in the Chamber of Commerce annual parade, where the Community band entertained parade watchers. At the Village Green, the
And the New Mayor Is …
-- by Lin McNulty -- It wasn't even a tight race from the start, as the Canidae species raked in a shipload of votes and greenbacks to easily outpace the lone minority candidate of the Salamandridae family. A debate schedule for the candidates was never arranged. Newt'n was not able to yap and bark in response to questions,
Eastsound Water Users Plans Annual Meeting, Community Input
-- by Margie Doyle -- At its June 21 monthly meeting, the Eastsound Water Users Association (EWUA) Board made plans to hold its annual meeting and to involve the community in a conversation about setting fair rates. The board also decided to refund the additional rates that were collected from
Youth Conservation Corps Undergoes Summer Training
-- from Mary Gropp -- The Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps began its fourth summer season last week, with a series of crew training days. Fourteen Island youth, between the ages of 12 to 16, gathered for the initial training day, hosted by Coffelt Farm. All crew members participated in training of
It’s Going to be a Glorious Second, Third AND Fourth
From dawn Saturday morning until nightfall Monday night, Orcas Islanders are celebrating the Independence of the United States from Doe Bay to Deer Harbor. Saturday, July 2 PANCAKE BREAKFAST with Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Volunteers and Staff at the Fire Station from 7 to 11 am. Adults $7.00, Children
Large PACK Donations Have Newt Trailing in Mayoral Race
-- from Jacqueline Daigle -- Sir Isaac Newt’n is in last place. How can we let this happen? How did this happen? According to race manager Susan Anderson of Children’s House, Newt’n has received the largest number of individual votes. But, not the largest donations. Jackie Daigle, co-campaign manager for
Flotsam & Jetsam: Experienced Ferry Commuters See It All
-- a semi-regular humor column by Maurice Austin -- Among the joys afforded San Juan Islands ferry commuters in the dark months of July and August, those occurring among the Anacortes ferry terminal’s multiples holding lanes provide entertainment on par with island roads themselves. That guy with the absurdly large
Natural Dye Workshop in School Garden
Saturday, July 2 after the Parade! at the School Garden -- from Ashley Randall -- The Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program is hosting its first workshop for the summer this Saturday! We will be dyeing with natural indigo in ancient Japanese style. Fee is $5-10 sliding scale. Please bring
DVSAS Asking for Yoga Supplies for Domestic Violence Survivors
-- from Eve Batchelder -- Calling all Yogis: Do you have any unused yoga mats sitting in the back of your closet? Dusty bolsters or blocks boxed away in your garage? DVSAS of the San Juans is gearing up to offer free yoga classes to survivors of domestic violence and abuse, and is
