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OPALCO’s Historic Website Wins Award
Award-winning website explores OPALCO's 75-year history. OPALCO’s 75th Anniversary website has won the Silver Award of Distinction in the 19th Annual Communicator Award of Distinction competition. The website was designed by PixelSpoke, a Portland, Oregon based web design and interactive advertising agency – with roots on Orcas Island.
Thrive Orcas Island Sponsors Two Events in May
By Gretchen Krampf Thrive Orcas Island hosts the May Community Council at Heartwood House this Sunday, May 12th. Circle is from 4 to 6 PM, with a Potluck Supper following. Celebrate our Mother, Gaia, and all the women that nurture our island lives. The Council Circle is a place for
Free Master Composter/Recycler Training
By Kristina Bayas, Volunteer Program Coordinator, WSU Master Gardeners Calling all islanders interested in composting and recycling! Join WSU Extension and San Juan County Solid Waste in this county-wide training of Master Composters/Recyclers. Participants will learn all the ins and outs of composting, vermicomposting, soil building and recycling in this
Oregon Port Rejects Coal Shipping – Implications for Cherry Point
Donna Gerardi Riordan, Co-founder of Orcas NO COALition (nocoalition.net) yesterday sent word out to NO COALition members: "Terrific news about an important victory today in Oregon! The bottom line is this: pipeline/terminal company Kinder Morgan has decided not to pursue a proposal to build a coal terminal on the Columbia
Bizarre Brassiere Bazaar
Friday, May 10, 7–10 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall The "Mardi Gras" bra by Sadie Bailey. UPDATE: Doors open at 7 pm for viewing of the many raffle, silent auction and live Auction donations on display. Enjoy some yummy snacks from island bakers and restaurants, get comfortable and Auction fun will
Applications for County Lodging Tax Facilities Grants Due May 31
from Stan Matthews County Interim Information Technology and Communications Manager The deadline to apply for approximately $385-thousand in Lodging Tax grants is 4 p.m., May 31, 2013. (Please note that a previous newspaper notice listed an incorrect deadline date). Eligible non-for profit and government-affiliated organizations may apply for grants to
Orcas School Musicians Attend Honor Orchestra
Orcas Music Students, from left Paris Wilson, Olivia Brunner-Gaydos, Emily Toombs, Maggie Page, Devon Mann, Michael Chesher and Evan Tidrington, with Strings Director Pamela Wright in back. From Kristen Wilson for Music Advocacy Group (MAG) Seven musicians from Orcas Middle School and 6th grade were accepted at this
Chamber Music Festival Tickets Available Soon
It’s ticket time! Wednesday, May 15 is opening day for ticket sales for the 2013 Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, which takes place August 9 – 24. Tickets for Chamber Music Festival go on sale May 15 with an Early Bird Celebration beginning at 9 am at Orcas Center.
Islands Celebrate History in May
From the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau For some pioneers, reaching the Pacific Ocean wasn’t far enough; they kept searching. This May, uncover the stories of an isolated archipelago and the people who settled here. Stay in historic B&Bs, inns or hotels. Dine in historic restaurants; catch a film in
Firefighter’s Chili Cook-off
from Rachel Harvey Do you have a great Chili recipe, or are you a Chili lover? The Orcas Fire and Rescue Volunteer Firefighters Association is pleased to announce their first ever CHILI COOK OFF! The contest will be held on Saturday June 1st at Fire Station 21 in Eastsound, from
Unleash Your Love Saturday
Saturday, May 11, 2:30—5:00 p.m., San Juan Island Yacht Club Orcas Islander Sherry Vinson and her Summit Assistance dog. Summit Assistance Dogs is changing lives four paws at a time by providing highly skilled mobility, hearing and professional therapy dogs for people living with disabilities. Islanders are invited
Crossroads Lecture: Questioning Charity
Sallie Tisdale Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series will host author Sallie Tisdale who will present, Questioning Charity: The Real Impact of Giving– Sunday, May 12, 2013, 2:00 pm at the Orcas Center. Stimulate your mind this Mother’s Day with award-winning author Sallie Tisdale who will talk about the challenges
Program Targets High Home Heating Costs
from Mark Schofield, Conservation Programs Coordinator Opportunity Council Assists San Juan County Residents Through Weatherization Home heating season is coming to a close – but for many low-income residents of San Juan County, the financial strain of paying high energy bills can last throughout the year. However, an organization is
Christian School Serves Dinner for DVSAS
Tuesday, May 14 from 5-8 p.m. at Orcas Christian School By Dawn Parnell Orcas Christian School is inviting the entire community to a special Mexican food dinner for an important cause—to help children and families challenge abuse and change lives. This delicious dining event on Tuesday, May 14th, from 5-8pm,
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee
Wednesday May 8 from 1:30 - 3:30PM at the Deer Harbor Community Hall, 4319 Deer Harbor Road From Charles Binford The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet on May Members of the public are invited to participate in committee discussions. The agenda will include: Finalizing the recommendations for changes
Island Restaurants Featuring Ciders During Cider Festival
Mussels Mouclade is a traditional French dish of steamed mussels served in a lightly curried sauce By Madie Murray Take your appetite out to dinner during the Third Annual Orcas Island Cider & Mead Festival! Cooking with ciders and pairing ciders with menu items like fine wines will
