Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Viet Nam Veterans Memorial to be Dedicated on Veterans’ Day
Friday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post From the American Legion, Voyle B. Martin Post The public is invited to share in our annual Veterans’ Day Ceremony on 11-11-2011. The Voyle B. Martin American Legion Post #93 will dedicate its just-completed Viet Nam Veterans Memorial. The
Halloween Treats Continue Until Midnight
Downtown Eastsound (and outliers) continue to be the place for man, woman, child and beast to "get their ghoul on" or fantasize about identity. Pawki’s annual HOWL-O-WEEN! from 1 to 5 p.m. Bring in your pet to trick or treat for a goodie and a free photo in
Changes at the Library Board of Trustees
By Rachel Newcombe The Orcas Island Library Board of Trustees has some recent changes. Tom Welch has resigned as president due to health issues and as of October 11, 2011 Joan Pedrick will serve as president until the end of the year. Joining the board as a new member is
How Do Archeologists Know What They Know?
Ancient Hunting Techniques Show Intelligence, Sophistication Prehistoric humans demonstrated a knowledge of physics and animal behavior that was crucial to their survival, Archeologist Daniel Meatte of Washington State Parks documented in a talk on “Prehistoric Hunting Technologies” sponsored by the Ocas Island Historical Museum on Saturday, Oct.
Letter to the Editor: Implications of “No” Vote on Waste Proposition
To the Editor: I live on Waldron, and in spite of the low level of solid waste services available here, I strongly support the solid waste parcel fee. Whether or not the County contracts for solid waste disposal services and thereby “privatizes” the solid waste functions is a side issue,
Letter to the Editor: Adams Cites Need for Water, Environment, Taxpayer Protection
I would have no reason for running for the position of Sewer Commissioner if I didn't think there were real problems that need to be addressed. I am concerned about these problems. This is my home. I think I can help. And there are real problems for us: we need
Pressing for the School and Food Bank
By Madie Murray For the second year, Goldeneye Farm offered fruit from its century-old apple trees to provide fresh pressed cider for the Orcas Island Food Bank and apples for the public school cafeteria. Though the trees weren’t as abundant with the fresh round fruit of a tree
Dr. David Russell To Be Guest Speaker at Cancer Support Group
Thursday, Nov. 10 at 5 p.m. at Orcas Island Community Church By Sue Lewis Dr. David Russell of Eastsound will be the guest speaker at the November 10, 2011 meeting of the Cancer Support Group. The group will meet in the Fireside Room of Orcas Island Community Church at 5:00
Letter to the Editor: Land Bank Makes Best Use of Tax Dollars
Dear Editor: Wally Gudgell’s guest column in the Sounder, Oct 26th titled “No on Renewing Land Bank REET” is curious for a number of reasons. To begin with, he doesn’t say vote “no.” Is he playing both sides of the fence, or did the Sounder take liberties with his comments
Be There at the Seniors’ Holiday Festival of Arts
Saturday, Nov. 26 at the Orcas Senior Center The Senior Center’s Holiday Festival of Arts will again be held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving which is November 26th this year. There are still some spaces available for our local artisans at the cost of $30 per table. This event is
Guest Opinion: Time to Get the County Out of Garbage Business
By Allen Rosenberg The Exchange provides a terrific service on Orcas, as does Take it or Leave it on Lopez. So do the Thrift Store and Consignment Treasures on San Juan, and other re-use and recycle operations on multiple islands. Only the first two are on County property, and
Philomena Robinson to Teach Artist’s Book Class
Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Orcas Library Artist’s Books can be anything - sculpture, wall-hanging, mobile - whatever you can envision. They can pop-up, fold out, or spiral and can containpainting, drawing, paper-cuts, photographs, collage, feathers, bones, or bugs. Your imagination is the only
Library to Close for Systems Upgrade
From the Orcas Island Public LIbrary The Orcas Island Library will be closing early on Thursday, November 3, at 5 p.m. and then closed all day on Friday the 4th for a systems upgrade. We will reopen on Saturday, November 5 at our regular time of 10 am. During these
Viking Win Brings “Sweet Moment” for Coach Dahl’s Last Home Game
Orcas Vikings Football Team trounced their Concrete opposition at yesterday's last home game of the season, 48-20. The game started off with a tribute to the Vikings Veteran Football Coach, Dennis Dahl. Assistant Coach Mark Padburty said, "After 20 years and many many young people who've had the
Picture This: A Salon Concert by Jon Kimura Parker!
From the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival It’s a holiday memory you’ll cherish. Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 29th at 7:00 pm. Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival will present a very special Salon Concert at Orcas Center’s OffCenter stage featuring pianist Jon Kimura Parker. “Jackie” Parker is
Guest Editorial: Why the Exchange Supports Proposition 2 (and why we think you should too)
By The Exchange Board of Directors It's not because we think it's the best solution to our county’s solid waste program. It's because its the best choice being offered. First of all, let’s recognize that waste management is a public issue. Not just because improper waste disposal has public health,
