Here’s a thought…
“If you don’t vote you don’t exist. It is the only place where we’re all equal, the voting booth.”
GLORIA STEINEM
Asian Art on Exhibit at the Senior Center
The Lundeen Room at the Orcas Senior Center hosts a museum-like collection of Asian art and artifacts. Emily Reed, John Louton, and others have donated clothing, pottery, ceramics, musical instruments, calligraphy and other Asian art for display at the Orcas Senior Center, in the Lundeen Room. The exhibit
April Poetry: After Hours
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. After Hours A crystal clear night... Millions of stars overhead And somewhere over you, In the inky night, those Same constellations Glow with
Lopez Gardeners and Creatures invite Orcasians to celebrate Earth Day!
Inter-island Garden Projects: Lopez Island Garden Work Party and Creature Parade, April 22 10:30 am-3 pm From Callie Blue We need your help! Our community garden which is located in the middle of the Lopez Village is shared in nine plots amongst 20 some people (including their
World Music Dance Earth Day Celebration Benefits FEAST Program!
Saturday April 21 from 8:30-11:30 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall Bring your dancing shoes and get ready for another fun night of dancing sponsored by Orcas Community Dance! The theme is World Music and the dance will feature a combination of salsa, reggae, and other highly danceable beats provided by local DJ's Bruce and Jyoti Pavitt and Jay
Lopez Dock Undergoes Repairs this Week
Washington State Ferries (WSF ) crews will begin construction on a nearly $3 million project at the Lopez Ferry Dock on Wednesday, April 18. WSF reports it "is improving safety at the Lopez ferry terminal by rehabilitating its existing timber floating wingwalls. Wingwalls are v-shaped structures used to
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for a Super Clean Up Day!
Friends of Moran would like to send an enthusiastic Thank you to the community volunteers all 50 or more of you! The Annual Spring Clean Up was a great success. Not only did we remove big rocks, rake fine soil, sprinkle grass seed and scatter straw near the
Semi-Annual Healing Arts Fair April 28 and 29
From the Healing Arts Center The practitioners of the Healing Arts Center are excited to offer the Spring Healing Arts Fair, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday April 28 and 29. Treat your mind, body, and spirit right this spring by receiving a session with one
Expedition Talk to Support Education Foundation
Tuesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. at the Orcas Island Senior Center From Janet Brownell This past summer, Orcas Islanders Shawna Franklin and Leon Somme took 44 days away from their kayak school, Body Boat Blade to paddle around 700 nautical miles around Vancouver Island. Vancouver Island can
OICC Women’s Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show – Saturday May 5
By Sue Lewis Great food, wonderful fashions for all ages, and beautiful ambiance will make May 5, 2012 a day to remember. The Orcas Island Community Church Women's Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show will be held at Moran State Park - Camp Moran Environmental Learning Center (ELC). The theme
April Poetry: Grief
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. Grief 1. Grief stuffs my mouth with sawdust. Yet everything in me wants out, a flock of birds wanting home. 2. My heart,
Orcas Parks and Rec Has Big Summer Plans
By Ken Brown At the Orcas Island Parks and Recreation District’s meeting on April 12, it was clear that they are preparing for a busy, active summer season. A playground structure has been donated by community members for public use. David Johnson, who is the Orcas Island School District (OISD)
The Week Ahead: It’s Spring Break!
Monday, April 16 Orcas Island School District schools are on Spring Break this week! The Funhouse Commons is open all week to provide activities and entertainment. Call 376-7177. Tuesday, April 17 Donate your collectibles to Granny's Attic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center in Eastsound.
Art a Big Part of Granny’s Attic Collection
Joe Floren, photographer and painter, is one of several artists who are offering their best work to benefit the Orcas Island Senior Center. Joe's photographs will be for sale at the annual fundraiser on Saturday, April 28, along with other artists' donations and recycled treasures from many an
Canine Capers: Leash Pulling
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
Deer Harbor Community Club Dedicates Sign, Plaque
from Clay Parsons Friday evening, April 13, Deer Harbor Community Club (DHCC) members dedicated a new sign and historic plaque. The free standing wood sign, approximately 9 ft. X 6 ft. in size, is located in the center of the Community Club lawn facing Deer Harbor Road and
April Poetry: On the Ganges & Missive 101
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. On the Ganges At Benares— Most sacred city in all of India There are those paragons, who In the cool of the day
