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
Community Foundation Promotes Ongoing Assessments of Community Needs
-- from the Orcas Island Community Foundation -- The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) is beginning new work on needs assessment for the island based on a report from the OICF Needs Assessment Task Force, completed in December 2013. This update follows the Foundation’s 2011 Needs Assessment Report, and was
Don’t Forget! MAG Benefit Concert This Weekend
Sunday, March 2, 3 p.m. Orcas School Old Gym -- from Kristen Wilson -- The Music Advocacy Group’s (MAG) 17th annual benefit concert will bring Orcas Island musicians together in support of school music on Sunday March 2, at 3 p.m. It is the single largest music concert on Orcas
Charlie Silverman Retirement Reception
Wednesday, March 5, 2014, 3:30–5:30 p.m. Prosecutor's Office Lobby -- from Randy Gaylord -- What: An Open House Reception Why: To recognize and honor Charlie Silverman’s distinguished service to the people of San Juan County and the State of Washington upon his retirement. Date: Wednesday March 5, 2014 Time: 3:30
EPRC March Meeting Rescheduled
Thursday, March 13, 3 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Clyde Duke -- EPRC will be holding its next meeting March 13th, instead of March 6th. This is to allow EPRC members to be present for two functions happening on the 6th. There is a planning workshop on SanJuan Island
Writers Roundtable: Writing the Past Alive
Saturday, March 8, 1-3 p.m., Orcas Library Writing the Past Alive: Expressing Your Creativity Through Memoir Writing -- JoEllen Moldoff, Facilitator -- “The writer of a memoir takes us back to a corner of his or her life that was unusually vivid or intense…” William Zinnser Your life is a
Events in SJC Recognize 25th Anniversary of Exxon Valdez Oil Spill
-- from Janet Alderton, San Juans Alliance -- Size of Exxon Valdez oil spill overlayed onto local area map. BACKGROUND INFORMATION On March 24, 1989, the Exxon Valdez (a 984’ long tanker) struck a reef in Prince William Sound, spilling more than 11 million gallons (about 17 Olympic-sized
Become a Portion Pro at Weight Watchers Free Meeting
Saturday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m. at the Funhouse Commons: Portion control, a Weight Watchers' strategy -- come to the free meeting this Saturday This week, Weight Watcher’s members will practice weighing and measuring food and drinks at their meeting on Saturday. “Changing how we view an individual
Jazzin’ at Orcas Center
Saturday, March 8, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Krista Bouchey -- Willie Thomas, as drawn by an Orcas Elementary student, 2010 Jazz Lovers – Join us Saturday, March 8th for this unique jazz experience featuring internationally recognized jazz educator and trumpet player Oliver Groenewald, local sensation Willie
Meet & Greet for New National Monument Manager
Wednesday, March 12, 3–6 p.m., San Juan Preservation Trust -- from Sally Reeve, Islanders for the San Juan Islands National Monument -- Marcia deChadenedes (BLM San Juan Islands National Monument Manager), Nick Teague (BLM Recreation Specialist) and Patos Bill at the 2013 Patos Lighthouse birthday party, Patos Island. Photo provided
Special Day, Performance Time for Prince Igor Production
Saturday, March 1, 2 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Borodin’s operatic masterpiece, Prince Igor In its first Met performances since 1917, will be transmitted live to Orcas Center on Saturday, March 1 at 2:00 pm. (Please note this unusual time and day for this particular transmission.) This
Snow Round Two? Maybe, Maybe Not
-- by Lin McNulty -- Weather forecasters are saying it's too early to tell for sure, but guess what might be coming again this weekend. Perhaps even before the last snow fall totally melts, we could be well be in line for another gift of snow from our Canadian Fraser
Deer Harbor Bridge Updates Scheduled
-- from Stan Matthews -- San Juan County’s Public Works Department is in the design phase of a project to replace the Deer Harbor Bridge on Channel Road. Currently, engineers are considering a design which includes a 90-foot span, a three-way stop and hard shore armoring. Department personnel will be
Council of Churches Presents Season of Lent with Soup and Services
-- from Suzanne Olson -- SEASON OF LENT: SOUP AND SERVICES ON ORCAS The Orcas Council of Churches is again hosting a season of Lent services at places of worship across the island. This ecumenical tradition brings islanders of all faiths together for fellowship, music and a bountiful shared meal
Would You Like To Host A Cider Producer?
Alongside the Farmer's Market on the Village Green -- from Madie Murray -- Here’s a unique opportunity! The Farm to Cafeteria Program is once again holding the Fourth Annual Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival on Saturday, May 10. It’s an expensive trip and a long day for
Orcas Island to Become Shakespeare Island
Restaurants, Shops & Schools Will Join in the Fun March 19 - 22, 2014 Orcas Community Plays a Part in the 3rd Annual Festival! -- from Lance Evans -- Renowned Shakespeare actors and enthusiastic small-town performers are coming together on Orcas Island for four days of entertainment. The Third Annual
Letter to Editor: OIFR Our Safety Net
-- from Barbara Ehrmantraut -- Life on isolated Orcas Island has many advantages. In addition to natural beauty, a rural environment, gifted local art, world-class music, and supportive neighbors, we have excellent schools, an outstanding library, and access to basic medical care. As a retired nurse and member of an
