Here’s a thought…
“Reality whistles a different tune underwater.”
TOM ROBBINS
Letter to Editor: Orcas Center Production Amazing
-- from Juliana Schallhorn and Philip Keene -- On Thursday, January 29, we were fortunate to find ourselves at the performance of Deborah Sparks' production of The Transylvania Express'O. Wow!! What an amazing evening featuring so many of Orcas Island's talented performers in this work conceived and directed by Deborah
Montessori Students Warm the Heart
-- by Margie Doyle -- The kids at Montessori warm up winter with their annual tea Orcas Montessori School hosted its annual Mid-winter Valentine Tea last week, entertaining parents, siblings and other guests with songs, conducted by Guide Tom Rubottom. With many a shout-out to the audience, the
Sheriff’s Office: $2,500 Reward for Suspect in Threat Incidents
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- On February 9, 2016, Deputies from the Sheriff's Office were called to investigate a home invasion to an Orcas residence during the early morning hours. The unknown male suspect entered the home and woke up the sleeping victim. The suspect was wearing a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt,
Join Congressman Larsen for Coffee in Friday Harbor
Thursday, February 18, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., The Bean Cafe, Friday Harbor -- from U.S. Representative Rick Larsen -- Please join me on Thursday, February 18, for a community coffee. I look forward to talking with you about issues important to Northwest Washington, answering your questions, and giving you an
Letter to Editor: Thanks to Voters for Putting Children First
-- from Eric Webb, Superintendent -- I want to extend my gratitude to the Orcas Island community for their overwhelming support to renew our expiring educational levy. Orcas Island residents never cease to amaze me with their demonstrations of generosity for our schools. While the final tally is pending, the returns indicate approval by the
Gardening with Kids
Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. at Orcas Center -- by Jan Jacobson -- The February meeting of Orcas Island Garden Club features Allison O'Sullivan, daughter of garden club members, Evangeline & Terry O'Sullivan. Allison will speak to us about developing children's love of healthy foods and nature through gardening.
OPALCO Board Changes Meeting Day
Friday, February 19, 8:30 a.m., Friday Harbor OPALCO Office -- from Beverly Madan -- The OPALCO Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting on FRIDAY, February 19 (note change in day) at the Friday Harbor OPALCO office, 1034 Guard Street. The meeting will begin @ 8:30 am; members are welcome
Sunrise Volunteers: No Commitment and Free Coffee
-- by Lin McNulty -- It began as a search for a "recipe to meet potential new members" for the Lions Club to improve sustainability of the organization with an aging membership. It's difficult," says Lions Club member Chris White, "to get someone to pay to be a volunteer." What if--just
Funhouse Launches Middle School “Get Real” Group
Friday, February 26, 6 - 8 p.m., Funhouse Commons -- from Rebecca DeMeritt -- The Funhouse is launching another fantastic program with Beth Jenson, LMHC- This time for 7th-9th graders! Get Real is a leadership group about REAL stuff: real relationships, human weirdness, social issues, sexuality, school and life. It is
Helping in Lesbos: A Most Humbling, Heart-breaking, Heart-warming Experience
-- from Kate Jewell -- Peeling six layers of dripping wet clothes off the first screaming, terrified infant thrust in my arms was challenging. Getting her diapered, redressed, warm, dry and reunited with her mother even more so. Especially when the surrounding environment in our make-shift tent had grown to
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Announces 2016 Visitor Guide
Members are urged to sign-up now to be included in popular publication -- from Lance Evans, Chamber of Commerce -- The Orcas Island (WA) Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that its 2016 Visitor Guide & Business Directory is underway! Chamber members have until March 4 to get their listing in
Cupid’s Closet Flea Market Is On!
Saturday, February 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the West Sound Community Hall -- from Margot Shaw -- Some Venerable Vendors include the ORCAS SENIOR CENTER (think Granny’s Attic), A-OK (the school arts support group), The FIDELIS CIRCLE women's group (organizers of the fund raiser), STITCH & GOSSIP (Orcas
Our Representatives Report: Kris Lytton on Education and Business
Week 5 Update: Holding corporations accountable for tax breaks; moving forward on education -- from State Representative Kris Lytton -- Dear Friends and Neighbors, [Feb. 9] marks the fiscal committee cutoff deadline. That means today is the last day for House members to vote bills out of the Appropriations, Capital
Sheriff’s Office Seeks Suspect in OPALCO Threats
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in conjunction with vandalism and threats made to the OPALCO office on Orcas Island. Spray painted on the property was the threat “Prepare to Die.” This is believed to be related to a home invasion where a
OPALCO Offices Closed Today after Vandalism
All OPALCO offices county-wide are closed 2-11-16 -- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- OPALCO offices are closed today [Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016] after an act of vandalism, including threats of violence, occurred at the headquarters in Eastsound. The San Juan County Sheriff’s office is investigating. No further details are
What Is a Democratic Caucus, and Why Should I Care?
What Is a Democratic Caucus, and Why Should I Care? -- from David Turnoy -- You may have noticed that this is a presidential election year. The majority of states hold primary elections to select delegates for candidates, while 13 states hold caucuses for this purpose. The state of Washington has two primaries,
