Here’s a thought…
“To be clear, we don’t know if A.I. models are conscious. I don’t know. I’m genuinely uncertain.”
CHRISTOPHER OLAH
Orcas Choral Society to Perform Vivaldi’s “Gloria” in December
Antonio Vivaldi's joyous "Gloria" is the Orcas Choral Society's featured work at its December concerts Orcas Choral Society has begun rehearsals for Vivaldi’s "Gloria" as part of the Holiday Concert to be presented at Orcas Center this December. The Choral Society will perform Vivaldi’s "Gloria" with instrumental accompaniment.
OPAL Honors Lifetime Members at Annual Dinner
from Judy Whiting OPAL Publications and Outreach Manager Jan and Frank Loudin (center) were named Lifetime Members of OPAL Community Land Trust for their long-time support during the annual gala dinner. Congratulating the Loudins are Lisa Byers, OPAL Executive Director (left), and Helen Bee, OPAL trustee (right). Also honored
Update on Injured OPALCO Lineman
from Suzanne Olson On September 20th at 9:30 am, our Co-op’s Journeyman Lineman Kevin Zoerb was working on the south end of Lopez Island when he came in contact with a high voltage line. He was airlifted to Harborview and admitted to the ICU burn unit in critical condition. As
Triana Elan: Ad Astra — Weekly Horoscope Now on Orcas Issues!
First Things First September 23 - 29, 2013 What a magical week on Orcas Island I had! Thanks to all I came in contact with, whether or not for a reading; you all represent your island so well and it was wonderful to be able to see what has changed
Great Chili Cookoff: By Many, For Many
Chili Cook Off benefits The Giving Tree Christmas Program The Chili Cookoff returns to Orcas Island next Saturday September 28. This fall even, now in its second year, benefits the Christmas Giving Tree, a program that helps provide holiday gifts for island children who may not receive them otherwise.
JP and OK Rhythm Boys to Play Deer Harbor Inn
from Anita Orne Saturday, September 28, 6-8 p.m., Deer Harbor Inn JP and the OK Rhythm Boys JP and the OK Rhythm Boys will be bringing their fine and fun fiddling to the Deer Harbor Inn on Saturday, September 28. Enjoy swing tunes, jazz standards, hoe downs, waltzes,
Crossroads Lecture: Transforming Our Dying
from Sue Kimball Sunday, September 22, 4 p.m., Orcas Center Barbara Coombs Lee Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series will host Barbara Coombs Lee, who will present "Transforming Our Dying" on Sunday, September 22, 2014, 4 p.m. at Orcas Center. It's never too early to think about the end of
Land Bank to Meet on Orcas Island
The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its monthly meeting at the Eastsound Fire Hall on Sept. 27. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. Public comment time is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. The meeting agenda is available online. The public is also invited to visit the site of
Here We Go! Whale of a Show!
from Artha Kass Talent in many styles awaits Whale of a Show audience. It is time for the Orcas all-kid talent show, Whale of a Show 2013 on Saturday, September 28 at 6:30 pm at Orcas Center Directed by Didier Gincig and crew, this annual event is an
Senior Center Scrapbooking Day
from Marla Johns Saturday, September 28, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Senior Center Orcas Island Senior Center will host a Scrapbooking Day. Join other islanders who love to scrapbook just like you do! Bring your scrapbook supplies and you’ll get a table to work on for the day. We will
FREE Business Planning Workshop from the EDC
Wednesday, September 25, from 10:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Friday Harbor From the San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on San Juan Island, on Wednesday, September 25, from 10:30am
Come Celebrate 125 Years of Crow Valley School
The Crow Valley School Celebrates its 125th year this Sunday, Sept. 22 September 22nd, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Part of the Orcas Historical Society's monthly History Matinee series Please join us at Crow Valley School for an Open House, CVS docent appreciation and birthday party at 2 p.m.
New Fall Ferry Schedule, Fares & Traffic Advisory
by Lin McNulty This is the weekend the Washington State Ferry system begins the new Fall Sailing Schedule on Sunday, September 22, accompanied by new fares. The latest Sailing Schedule is also always available by clicking the link in the right-hand sidebar on Orcas Issues. The full ferry fares are
Special Meeting for Library Expansion Project
There will be a Special Work Session to discuss the public library expansion project in the Library Meeting Room at 500 Rose Street in Eastsound. The meeting will take place Monday, September 23, 2013 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. The Agenda: 1. The Board will clarify the beginning steps of the
Live from National Theatre: Othello
from Artha Kass Thursday, September 26, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center Othello live in HD at Orcas Center Nicholas Hytner’s acclaimed National Theatre production of Shakespeare’s Othello, with Adrian Lester in the title role and Rory Kinnear as Iago, will be broadcast live to Orcas Center from the National’s
OPALCO Lineman Injured after Contact with High Voltage Line
Updated at 6:15 p.m. From OPALCO On September 20th at 9:30 a.m., our Co-op’s Journeyman Lineman Kevin Zoerb was working on the south end of Lopez Island when he came in contact with a high voltage line. He was airlifted to Harborview and admitted to the burn unit in critical
