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
Fundraising Picnic for Salmon in the Classroom
from Fiona Norris San Juan Nature Institute is holding its annual fundraising picnic for Salmon in the Classroom for 4th graders at the home of Jim and Kathy Youngren on Sunday September 15 from 3-5:30 p.m. Tickets for the Salmon and Sausage Barbecue are $25 per person, $40 per couple
View Historic Homestead on Shaw Island
The Tharald Homestead on Shaw Island Saturday, September 14 The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to view the Tharald Historic Homestead on Shaw Island on Saturday, September 14, 2013. Meet Boyd Pratt, architectural historian, at 1 pm at the Shaw Island School parking area, for
County Council Corner: Nomadic Council this Summer
By Ingrid Gabriel, Clerk to the San Juan County Council The Council has been more nomadic than usual during these last days of summer starting with a meeting on Lopez for the new skate park dedication on August 17, followed by Council meetings on Orcas August 19, Shaw August
Editorial: What’s the Obamacare (ACA) Buzz?
It's time to surf, call, talk -- start the process By Margie Doyle Anyone remember when Medicare was signed into law (1965)? Social Security (1937)? The arc of U.S. history is finally, slowly, making huge changes in providing health care to all its citizens. It DID take a national act
Thurman Bond: 1922–2013
from Barton Landsman Thurman Bond Thurman Bond, 90, who lived in Doe Bay for 67 years, died on Friday August 30, 2013. Thurman was born in King City, CA on November 28, 1922, to Wellington and Eva Bond. He grew up in Garberville, CA with his older sister
“Welcome to Your Orcas Transfer Station!”
Friends, supporters and the future await Orcas Recycling Services opening of the Transfer Station, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. From left, Chuck Greening, Taya Speed, Susan Malins, Lila Richardson with her children in front, Jared Lovejoy, Patti Cook, Ian Woolworth, Leith Templin, Tim Blanchard, Peg Manning, Rick Hughes. Photo by
Monthly Cancer Support Group Meets Next Thursday
By Sue Lewis The Cancer Support Group will meet Thursday September 12, 2013 in the Community Church Fireside Room at 5 p.m. This is a monthly no cost, confidential support group. If you, or anyone you know, is dealing with issues related to cancer, please come and join the conversation.
Whale of a Show Auditions Soon
The annual talent show will audition acts on Sept. 20 and 22. Whale of a Show happens again at the Orcas Center Sept. 28 From Didier Gincig Can you believe it? It's almost time for Whale of a Show! Children, youth, and family acts are welcome, from singing,
Guardrails for Safety to be Installed and Repaired Soon
Phyllis Morrison San Juan County Public Works Guard rails being installed and updated for safety. In San Juan County, 83% of all vehicle crashes occur with single vehicles and 67% of those involve running off the road, based on crash data from 2001-2011. In 2011, San Juan
Threshold Choir Welcomes Orcas Singing Community
Kate Munger, founder of Threshold Choir, comes to Orcas Island's From Susan Osborn Densmore Kate Munger, founder of Threshold Choirs, is coming to Orcas. The event will be on Monday, September 9, at 7 p.m. in the Victorian Valley Chapel here on Orcas. Admission is by donation for
Guest Column: Support ORS/The Exchange
By Walt Corbin Orcas Recycling Services commences operations today. This is a land mark event for our Island. For ORS to be successful and continue the employment of local people or their companies, everyone must give them their support. You do this by using the Island waste disposal operations and
Kaleidoscope Benefit Moves to Maple Rock Farm
Our Kaleidoscope Kids are thrilled to meet Fire and Rescue Chief O'Brien Kaleidoscope will be hosting its 9th Annual Gourmet Picnic & Wine/Beer Tasting on Saturday, September 7th, 2013 at Maple Rock Farm starting at 6 p.m. The "Island Grown, Island Raised" dinner and auction will include a
Sharon Abreu Joins Choral Society as Vocal Coach
from Craig Abolin Sharon Abreu, new vocal coach at Orcas Choral Society Orcas Choral Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Sharon Abreu as Vocal Coach. A graduate in music from New York University, Sharon studied with renowned operatic soprano Licia Albanese and has filled leading and
Rowing Club Season Starts Saturday
Max Blackadar and Josh Bronn slip across an inky black Cascade Lake By Martin Taylor Orcas Island Rowing Club's fall rowing season begins on Saturday September 7th. Anybody residing on Orcas that is a 7th grader or older is welcome to participate; adults and teens, boys and girls.
Senior Class Continues Popular Tradition
The Class of 2014 makes a colorful statement after painting the iconic "Senior Barn" on Orcas Road, which greets all visitors and warms the hearts of locals. Photo: Margie Doyle
Burlesque Troupe Loves Coming to Orcas
by Cara Russell On Sunday evening, my roommate, another friend of mine, and I were heading out the door for the Burlesque show at Seaview Theater. When my roommate emerged from her bedroom, I took one look at her and said, “Wow! Is that how I should be dressed?”
