Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Library Friends’ Holiday Tea Greets Island Newcomer
Lois Cornell serves tea to Rusty Diggs at the Friends of the Orcas Library Holiday Tea. Ida Rae McDonald looks on. By Jennifer Sturk When walking into the front door of the Orcas Island Public Library, it was obvious that something special was underway. The 51st Annual Friends
Interest-free Revolving Loan Funds Available to County Taxing Districts
Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) will administer a USDA Rural Economic Development Revolving Loan (RED-L) Fund. The purpose of the program is to foster economic development and to improve public and emergency services in San Juan County by funding facilities and equipment for emergency services, education, training, advanced telecommunications
Genealogy Research Help Offered at Public Library
Do you need help finding your ancestors? By Nita Couchman Kathi Ciskowski will be available in the Orcas Island Library meeting room from 2:00 to 3:30 pm on Thursdays, Dec. 6, 13, and 20 to assist patrons who want to learn how to use the library’s free database,
Join Susan Osborn and Guests for a Victorian Valley Christmas
Susan Osborn, Orcas' own international songstress, performs often in Japan. Her traditional Victorian Valley Christmas Concerts are Dec. 22, 23 and 24. Once again, Susan Osborn will perform for the Victorian Valley Chapel Christmas Concerts here on Orcas Island, December 22 and 23 at 7PM and Christmas Eve
Amazing Variety of Events on Orcas This Week
Tuesday, December 4 FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs at Orcas Fire Station from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James McCafferty, of the Economic Development Association of Skagit County, a management consultant for over a decade. Hoop
Support Orcas Issues Now and Come to the Party!
Last month we marked the fifth year since Orcas Issues (BullWings) was started. Periodically we've asked our valued readers to contribute to the financial support of our local, online, daily news site. Those who respond to this appeal will get an extra benefit -- an invitation to join long-time and
Remembering Maria Massey
Maria Juliet Massey By Margie Doyle "Singing was at her core. It was what made her happiest. Singing expressed the inner warmth she had for all to see." In remembering his daughter Maria's years on Orcas Island, Joe Massey is heartened by memories of her warmth and courage.
Sabbatical for Wellesley Professor Produces Kafka in Enhanced EBook Form
Dr. Jens Kruse, Professor of German at Wellesley College and eNotated Classics author. By Natasha Ashenhurst for eNotated Classics Look up the meaning of sabbatical and you’ll find that it literally means a “ceasing”, or a rest from work. For Dr. Jens Kruse, Kafka scholar and Professor
“The Gift of Words” at Writer’s Roundtable
Writer’s Roundtable will take place on Saturday, December 8 from 1-3 p.m. at the public library. The Roundtable topic for December, "The Gift of Words: A Celebration of Writers and Writing," will be facilitated by JoEllen Moldoff, who founded Writer's Roundtable. She says, "Join fellow writers as we welcome the
Visit the Farm-to-Cafeteria Tree at Rosario
Delightful garden-oriented decorations adorn the Farm to Cafeteria tree at Rosario. By Madie Murray Mandy Randolph’s Farm to Classroom students spent two weeks creating the more than 200 decorations, along with sparkling pine cones and popcorn strings that adorn the Farm to Cafeteria tree on display at the
Photographic Journey: The Elwha River Dam Removal
Original American ceremony at the Elwha Dam Removal At the Water’s Edge Lecture, "The Elwha River Dam Removal and Restoration," will be given as the photographic journey of Eric Kessler. The presentations will take place next week: Lopez Island Dec. 4th Tuesday 6-7pm Lopez Center
Ferries Evening Meet in Council Chambers with Videoconferencing
Thursday, December 6, 5 to 7 p.m.in Friday Harbor Council Chambers By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager Washington State Ferries (WSF) will hold a public meeting on December 6, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the County Council chambers in Friday Harbor at 55 Second St. in Friday
Letter to the Editor: Fire & Rescue Faces Significant Issues
Dear Editor, A number of important issues were addressed at the November 27 meeting of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue (OIFR) Department that I believe are of significant interest to the taxpayers of the district. In January the public will be given the opportunity to comment upon the manner
Lions Annual Christmas Ship Arriving Orcas Ferry Landing
Captain Don Wight with the Lions Christmas Ship From Jim Biddick The Orcas Island Lions club announces the arrival of the Lions Annual Christmas Ship on December 9, at 11 a.m. at the Orcas Ferry Landing. The Santa Ship has been sailing the waters of Northern Puget Sound
Chamber Sponsors “Shop the Rock” Contest
From the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Share why you support local businesses and you might win $50. With the holiday shopping season underway, the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce offers its support of our local business community with a contest that rewards 4 lucky local shoppers with a $50
Montessori’s Candlelight Spiral Walk Creates “Tableau of Light”
Spiral Candlelight Walk, this year on Saturday at Odd Fellows Hall The 21st annual Candlelight Spiral Walk will take place on Saturday, December 8 at 2 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall. The entire community is invited to join us in this event which will be hosted by the
