Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Exchange ART Show Opens Tomorrow at Enzo’s
unique mobile at the old Exchange Friday, June 21 at Enzo's Cafe in Eastsound From Michael Greenberg, Orcas Recycling Services The 13th Annual Exchange A.R.T. Show (Appropriate Recycling Technology) opening night is TOMORROW, Friday the 21st! Come join us at Enzo's Cafe and see what sweeeet things can
Try a 5K Run/Walk on the “Glorious 6th” for Funhouse Commons
Saturday, July 6 at 9 a.m. at Village Green in Eastsound From the Funhouse Commons Come join us for our second annual fourth-of-July 5K Fun Run/Walk! Support The Funhouse Commons, get some exercise, and enjoy the summer weather! The “FC5″ starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 6th (parade day)
Solstice Parade: Creatures! and History Thereof
by Cara Russell Solstice Parade has been an island tradition since 1999. In 1999 Orcas Island had its very first Summer Solstice Parade, in celebration of art, community, dance, and of course summer. Not only is the Summer Solstice Parade going strong fifteen years later, the attendance of
Upcoming Gala—It’s the Bee’s Knees
Did we mention it's going to be the bee's knees? You are invited to the 27th Annual Orcas Center Gala & Auction, Saturday, July 20, 2013. Don't miss it because it’s going to be the bee’s knees! Put on your glad rags and join us at the Orcas
IsleShare: A Time & Skills Exchange Orientation
from Morgan L. Meadows, IsleShare Coordinator IsleShare: Matching Needs & Resources, One Hour at a Time You are invited to a time banking orientation on Sunday, June 23 rd at 3pm. This is being held at the Orcas Island Public Library conference room. The one and a quarter
Freedom Sailors to Speak at Darvill’s
Wednesday June 19th at 6 pm at Darvill's Bookstore Come and hear Bill Dienst, MD and David Schermerhorn, co-authors of Freedom Sailors talk about how 44 intrepid passengers broke through Israel’s illegal blockade on Gaza in August, 2008. They sailed in the face of overwhelming odds and made it in
PeaceHealth and Regence Reach New Agreement
From PeaceHealth and Regence PeaceHealth and Regence reached a new two-year agreement [on June 16]. The contract ensures Regence members can continue to receive their care at PeaceHealth at in-network rates. The new contract begins July 1, 2013 resulting in no interruption of in-network coverage for Regence members. This agreement
Will the Skagit I-5 Bridge Open Tomorrow?
by Lin McNulty New Skagit River temporary bridge span. Photo: WSDOT Depending upon the source you read, the temporary bridge span over the Skagit River will reopen tomorrow, or at least by the weekend. The State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) website says "sometime this week." Governor Inslee's office
Museum Celebrates the 4th with Historical Days
Thursday July 4, starting at 11 a.m. on the Village Green From Karen Meng, Orcas Historical Society Hooray for Historical Days—a day-long event filled with activities for families, tourists, and kids of all ages. Historical Days is organized and sponsored by the Orcas Island Historical Museum with the support and
Seaweed Ramble: Sounds Fun, Doesn’t It!
Monday, June 24th 10 a.m.—2 p.m., Camp Orkila from Learner Limbach, Food Masters Food Masters presents Seaweed Harvesting: A Ramble On The Beach With Ryan Drum Join us for an epic day of hands-on learning during the lowest tide of the year (-3.3 feet)! This is a special opportunity given the
OPALCO to Discuss Change in Broadband Direction Wednesday
Wednesday Jun 19 at 5 p.m. at the Senior Center OPALCO has a vision for broadband in San Juan County: true high-speed Internet service for all islanders. The plan that was proposed in February 2013—to build a hybrid fiber-wireless system to serve 90% of San Juan County—has been challenging, particularly
Editorial: Conservatives and Conservationists
By Margie Doyle I had a good, if quirky education. For example, I've known what parthenogenesis meant since I was 16 and it was explained to me that virgin births are, in fact and science, possible, documented in other species, if not in humans. And though I grew up on
Fire Chief’s Report: May 12–June 9, 2013
............................CALLS FOR SERVICE ....................This Report ........Year to Date EMS.................. 55....................264 Fire/Other........ 13....................80 Total................. 68.................. .344 2012.......... 1/1/12–6/9/12..............284 Year to date responses have increased 21% Fire Chief’s Goals and Priorities for 2013 Execute the mission of OIFR through direction of the Board of Commissioners Improve and maintain fiscal accountability for all
Potluck to Celebrate Dr. Dave’s 20 Years on Orcas
Sunday, June 23, 12:30 p.m. Village Green from Karen Key Speck Dr. Dave Shinstrom to celebrate 20 years in health care practice on Orcas Island. Join us for a potluck lunch to celebrate the 20-year anniversary on Orcas for Dr. Dave Shinstrom of Orcas Family Health Center. Fried
One World Music Fest Returns
Martin Lund's annual Funhouse Commons benefit will highlight jazz this year. Friday & Saturday, June 21 & 22 at 7:30pm - The Orcas Center from Donna Laslo JAZZ – “America’s Greatest Cultural Achievements” It’s time to get your tickets for one of the most popular show of the
Obituary: Daniel Kevin Page, 1960-2013
Dan Page, 1960-2013 Born: Brawley California, September 24, 1960 Died: San Luis Obispo, California Wednedsday June 12, 2013 Dan was raised and schooled in San Luis Obispo. He attended Sinsheimer Elementary and San Luis Obispo Junior and Senior High, Class of 1978. In the early 80's he followed
