Here’s a thought…
“When is the time we all get to eat cake? I don’t want to miss it!”
ANONYMOUS
Canine Capers: What Happened to the Nanny Dog?
By Lesley Liddle Lesley Liddle is a certified service and pet dog trainer. First Mate Lulu is a Corgi/Red Heeler with spots like a baby harbor seal; Crewman Leonard is a Chihuahua/Doxie with tall ears like a rabbit. Both dogs have very short legs and were originally found in California
Too Much to Do this Week? Just Get Started!
Monday, June 18 Orcas League of Women Voters Movie-Membership Event 6:30 p.m. at the Public Library Conference Room. Good snacks and chat and then view the documentary "Civil Discourse." Darvill’s Book Group will be discussing The Art of Fielding at 6 p.m. at Darvill’s Bookstore. Tuesday, June 19 Indian Island
Learn to Make Compost with FoodMasters
Monday June 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. Do you dream of weed free, nutrient rich, living fertilizer? Come learn how to build awesome compost at the Bullocks'. Food Masters is offering a class on making great compost. The class will be held Monday June 25 from 1 to 5
Crow Valley Pottery Garden Show at Historic Cabin
From Crow Valley Pottery One of Orcas’ longest-running family businesses enters its 53rd season by presenting its annual Garden Art Show. The show, which features art ‘for and about the garden’, has long been an introduction of new work and artists to the shop. Many an Orcas artist has been
2012 Orcas Graduates: The Best Days of Our Lives
We did it! Class of 2012 graduates are jubilant at the close of Orcas High School Commencement Exercises on June 16. Orcas Fire Chief O’Brien and State Senator Ranker Salute the Class of 2012 By Margie Doyle Ceremonies for Orcas Island High School Graduation 2012, held yesterday,
Guest Column: Approach and Departure Navigation Helps Orcas Air Travelers
By Bea vonTobel (From Airport Business) People often ask me if I don’t hate having to travel from small airports ... the answer is no, not at all. I like smaller airports. Because I live in the boondocks (Erwin,TN isn’t the end of the world, but it’s a short drive
Celebration of Life for Dr. Magda Mische
Dr. Magda Mische. Her memorial service will be Sunday, June 24 By Dr. Alexandra Gayek Dr. Magda Mische's Celebration of Life will be held next Sunday, June 24 at 4 p.m. at the Orcas Center. We're asking those for whom it's easy to bring finger food to share,
“Homestead Tour” Benefits Educational Programs and Grants to Community
An island garden from the 2011 Garden Club tour Homestead Garden Club Tour June 23-24 By Margaret Payne “Not your ordinary garden club” is an apt description of the Orcas Island Garden Club. Almost 60 years ago, the group began as an offshoot of the Madrona Club, with
Grow, Gather Share: Join the Parade!
June 30 deadline for Chamber of Commerce Community Parade Get ready for the 2012 Orcas Island Community Parade on Saturday, July 7, beginning at 11 a.m. The parade theme this year is "Grow, Gather, Share: Celebrating Orcas Farms." This year, the community parade prizes are sponsored by Island Market. 1st
Library Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Groundbreaking with Enhanced Landscape
From Margaret Payne Twenty years ago, June 20, 1992, Orcas Islanders broke ground for the construction of a new library on the Rose Street bluff, overlooking Eastsound. The 6,000-square-foot building was the fulfillment of a dream that began in 1949 with a few shelves of donated books at the Madrona
Orcas High Graduates Celebrate Success
Graduation Saturday, June 16 at 2 p.m. at the High School Gym The Orcas community gathered today, June 15, at Orcas High School to announce awards granted to members of the OHS Class of 2012. Representatives from 24 businesses, non-profits, government agencies and individuals called up members of
Orcas Highlands Take Part in Firewise Work Day
By Chief Kevin O'Brien, Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Department On Saturday, June 9, 2012 the Orcas Highlands neighborhood participated in their annual Firewise work day. Under the leadership of National Firewise expert and Neighborhood Association President Judith Leraas Cook and the help of Contractor Bob Berdan and
Flower Workshop for Chamber Music Festival
Wednesday, June 20 at 9 a.m. at Orcas Center scene shop From the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival Flowers play a wonderful part in the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival. The arrangements are lovingly created by a team of volunteers, led by Rosemarie Altberg and Betsy Louton. They
Rest Up Quick! The Weekend Calls
Friday, June 15 Parkinson’s Disease: Questions and Answers 1:15 – 2:45 p.m. with Dr. Adam Hebb at the Orcas Senior Center on Henry Road. 376-2677. Live music at Pub Night at the Orcas Hotel. Come enjoy island favorites Martin Lund, Gene Nery and guests, who play at 6 p.m. Call
Orcas Discusses the Future Funding of State Parks
By Michel Vekved Last Saturday, a meeting on Orcas to discuss the future of Washington State Parks was held at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Ten similar meetings took place statewide as a public outreach. Daniel Farber, Director Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs for Washington State Parks came to Orcas by
Creepy Caterpillars Invade Orcas
by Lin McNulty It may be climate driven, as a result of our mild winter. It may well be the result of something we don't know about. If you are on a section of the island that is being invaded by western tent caterpillars, (Malacosoma californicum pluviale Dyar)
