Here’s a thought…
“Bullets cannot be recalled. They cannot be uninvented. But they can be taken out of the gun.”
MARTIN AMIS
Gil Blinn Recovering After Runaway Plane Incident
Gil Blinn is back home after stitches and surgery following an accident last Tuesday, Feb. 1, when his plane, a Cessna 182, got away from him. The incident started about 11 a.m. when Gil was attempting to start his plane. In the cold, near-freezing temperature, his battery wouldn't turn over
Ludwig & Dalton Dance Team Win “Orcas Has Talent” Competition
The dynamic dance team of Laura Ludwig and Charles Dalton advanced from the ranks of the "Orcas Has Talent" finalists to win the competition in a lively evening of entertainment that packed the Orcas Center Main Stage and the Madrona Room on Saturday night. Ludwig and Dalton started
Scenic Byway Presentations on Orcas Island February 16
The San Juan Islands Scenic Byway and San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau announce that the public is invited to provide comments on the Plan and Logos for the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway. The public is cordially invited to attend one of the following public presentations: (Space will be limited).
The week ahead: Music, Flea Market, Dancing, Fiddlers and WinterFest Coming
Sunday, February 6 Salish Sea Early Music Festival 1:30 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Guitarist Oleg Timofeyev and flutist Jeffrey Cohan explore two distinct worlds of musical expressions in 'Irish and Scotttish Baroque and the Russian guitar.' A $15 donation to cover expenses is suggested. Children 18 and under are
Holistic Management for Farm Planning and Profitability
Dr. Sandra Matheson will present Holistic Management for Farm Planning and Profitability, a two-day Introductory Workshop, on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 19 and 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Friday Harbor's Skagit Valley College campus. Holistic Management (HM) is a decision-making framework that can be learned like any
Contestants Announced for OISD Student Chef Competition on February 12th
The students are prepped and ready to go and the stage is set for the OISD Student Chef Competition presented by the Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program on Saturday, February 12 with the first group starting at 9:30 a.m. and the second group starting at noon. Awards
Color in Watercolor: Caroline Buchanan Watercolor Class
Spring may get here a little early at the Senior Center. On Saturday, February 12, in defiance of our bleak winter, Caroline Buchanan is starting her spring watercolor series with how to paint Color in Sunlight. This is the first of a series of single-day classes, each addressing
Artists and Arts Supporters Invited to Chat with County Arts Council
On Saturday, February 5, artists of all disciplines and supporters of the arts are invited to two meetings -- on Orcas and on Lopez Islands -- held by the newly formed county-wide Arts Council. The purpose of the meetings is to gather ideas on the vision of an arts council
Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes to Complete Park & Rec Process
Hi, Joe and I would like to remind all San Juan County residents to vote on Tuesday, Feb. 8. Funding a county Parks and Rec. department is on the ballot and we are hoping it will pass. Joe has been deeply involved with maintaining the tennis courts at Buck Park
Harold Lloyd Bartram Leaves Children, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren
Harold Lloyd Bartram - February 1, 1927 ~ January 27, 2011 Harold Lloyd Bartram, 83, of Anacortes, Washington passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at his home in Anacortes. He was born on February 1, 1927 in Glendora, California, the second child of Alberta Armina Bales and
From Fairies to Fungus in Art Show
"Frogs, Forests, Ferns, Fairies and Fungus Art Exhibit" will be featured at the Orcas Senior Center during the month of February. Photos and paintings from island artists such as Joe Floren and Elli Blaine will be displayed from February 1st to March 4th . Drop by during open
Letter to the Editor: Two Art Shows and a Filming
Hi everyone, This is an invitation to attend the opening reception this Friday evening, Feb 4, 5:30 to 7 pm, for the new art show at the Orcas Center. The question asked by the title of the show, "Is it Art?" definitely needs to be answered “Yes!” I couldn't tear
Kindlings WinterFest: the Relevance of Christian Faith Today
By Pastor Dick Staub The Kindlings Winterfest comes to Orcas next weekend, Friday, Feb. 11 through Sunday, Feb. 13 at the Orcas Island Community Church in Eastsound. Earl Palmer will be our featured speaker at WinterFest here on Orcas Island and we would LOVE for you to come
There’s Still Time to Dine with The Angels
Reserve/donate online or give us a call Reservation/donations can now be made online through the Orcas Island Education Foundation web site (see below) for Jacob and Kristi Angel’s 4-Star, intimate dinner at Odd Fellows on February 13 at 6:30 p.m. Each reservation/donation is $75 per person and all
Corrected Official Notice of Feb. 8 Election
From the San Juan County Elections Office NOTE: This is a corrected Notice of Election. OFFICIAL NOTICE OF San Juan County Primary (29A.52.351) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, the 8th day of February, 2011, a Special Election will be conducted by mail within San Juan County for voters
Splab Literary Series Writers Also Present Workshops
The public is invited to come to the Doe Bay Café for the winter literary series. On Sunday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m., the Hedgebrook Writers Showcase with Linda Clifton and Madeline Ostrander will be featured. Madeline is a writer and editor, who brings the sensibilities of an environmental activist
