Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Letter to the Editor: Response to Elimination of State Arts Commission
I am very concerned that in her 2011-13 biennium budget, Governor Gregoire has proposed eliminating the Washington State Arts Commission. As a life-long arts advocate, I know first-hand that public funding for the arts allows access for ordinary citizens to transformative cultural experiences. It provides funding so that residents of
Doe Bay Café Calls for Non-Profits to Support
Non-profit beneficiaries are needed for Pizza Night donations from the Doe Bay Café. Each month the Doe Bay Café chooses a non-profit organization that receives $1 from each pizza sold on Thursday Pizza Night for the entire month. The Cafe is currently looking for beneficiaries for 2011. If your non-profit
Guest Opinion:Regulation/ Deregulation
By Janet Alderton Deregulation is the removal of regulation. Our severe recession is a direct result of deregulation of the banking and finance industries. The Growth Management Act and The Shoreline Master Program were passed in response to creeping environmental degradation and the loss of open space and farmland. Some
Ferries Head Reports on Governor’s Budget
Moseley Addresses Fare Hike, Holiday and New Winter Schedule David Moseley, Assistant Department of Transportation Secretary for Ferries, reported on Dec. 17: "The Governor presented her balanced budget for 2011-2013 Wednesday morning, which is available at www.governor.wa.gov/priorities/budget/press_packet.pdf. The budget spoke to the difficult times the state is facing. "For a
Orcas Island Golf Course Offers Discount Prices
Updated Dec. 17 at 4:30 p.m. The Orcas Island Golf Course presents several price breaks for 2011 Memberships. Those who purchase memberships before 2011 get a 5-guest/cart pass (up to a $200 value). Those who pay before April 1st 2011 get 2-guest/cart pass (up to $80 value). In addition, the
Audubon Society Asks for Support to Protect Older Forests
Barb Jensen of the San Juans Audubon Society writes: I know some of you are interested in this very important issue and I wanted to give you an opportunity to comment to USFWS. The message from Shawn Cantrell of the Seattle Audubon Society follows: 20 years after being first listed
Letter to the Editor: Montessori School Thanks Community Sponsors
As we finish up our 16th Annual Holiday Wreath Sale, everyone at Orcas Montessori School would like to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to the community for your incredible support. Every year, it’s a true pleasure to see these beautiful holiday decorations adorning houses, businesses and gateways throughout Orcas Island.
Governor Gregoire’s Budget Cut Message to State Employees
Governor Christine Gregoire issued the following statement on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010: Today I will present a balanced budget for the coming biennium that addresses our $4.6 billion shortfall. It is not a budget I ever imagined I would have to present. Making the decisions we did were some of
Knitters Unite: and Drop in at School Lunchtime
Greg White, Orcas Island surveyor and dedicated knitter, can be found with his knitting cohorts on Wednesday and Fridays at Orcas Elementary School during lunchtime. Greg has partnered with the school and Cheryl Jackson of Poppies Yarn Store in Eastsound, to supply the young knitters with basic, good-quality
Orcas Park & Rec to Hold Special Meeting Dec. 17
Updated at 2 p.m. Dec. 16 Orcas Island Park and Recreation District (OIPRD) will hold a Special Meeting to discuss a February 2011 Special Election Ballot, and a possible levy amount. The Special Meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 17 at Eastsound Fire Hall. OIPRD was
Sealth Ferry Out: No Anacortes-San Juans Sailings Tonight
Update, Thursday, Dec. 15: the Sealth is back in service. From Washington State Ferries The Sealth is out of service for the remainder of the evening. This will cancel the 6 pm from Anacortes, the 6:55 and 8:30 pm from Lopez, the 7:50 pm from Friday Harbor, and the 9:10
Salmonberry School Christmas Tree Sale — There’s Still Time!
By Amy Lum Salmonberry School invites you to come shop for your Christmas tree this weekend at the school on North Beach Road. We still have a terrific selection of trees for you to choose from, as another load is arriving on Wednesday. Gorgeous, freshly harvested noble trees, grand firs
Grim Budget Picture from State Ferry Chief
By Lance Evans, Executive Director, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce The financial picture for the Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is not good, and Governor Gregoire's budget (due today) may make matters worse. That was the takeaway from the presentation by WSF Chief David Moseley, speaking last evening before the
Letter to the Editor: The Lions Christmas Ship Return
The Orcas Island Lions would like to thank all of our sponsors that contributed to the return of the Lions International Christmas Ship. A special thanks to the all the crew on the Victoria Express, owned by San Juan Cruises of Fairhaven, Washington, and the Lions from District H and
Community Band’s Concert Saturday Celebrates Season of Giving
By Karen Speck Saturday, December 18 at 2 p.m. at Orcas Center a wonderful event takes place. It is the Orcas Island Community Band’s “The Holidays Are Here” concert. The Band feels music is for everyone and no one should be turned away due to finances. The concert
Noneman Selected to Port Commission
The commissioners of the Port of Orcas wish to announce that after interviews during the regular public meeting of December 9, an Executive Session to discuss the qualifications of each candidate, and voting during open public session, they have selected Dave Noneman to fill a one-year term for Commissioner Position
