Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
The Proud Owner of a Padbury Bench
Craig Abolin and his wife Cynthia attended the Farm to Cafeteria Simple Sunday Supper last Sunday evening to listen to great music, eat great food, and contribute to a great cause. The last thing on their minds was taking home a one-of-a-kind, priceless and coveted solid Orcas Maple
Commission Votes to Increase Ferry Fares 4.5% for Inter-island Route
WSF Planning Director Ray Deardorf and Ferries Division Secretary David Moseley testified before the Washington State Transportation Commission on Monday Nov. 15. Following their testimony, the Commission voted on fare increases for ferry customers to be implemented on Jan. 1, 2011. Details include: Increase fares on routes by 2.5 percent
Much Afoot This Weekend
Friday, Nov. 19 Live music by Kaylee Cole at the Doe Bay Cafe. By turns smoky and whimsical, the changes within a single vowel sound can hook a listener into Cole's thoughtful, lovely world.7 p.m. For more information and to hear some of her music go to https://www.doebay.com. There will
Colton Harris-Moore Pleads Not Guilty
By Gene Johnson of the Associated Press The attorney for the teenager accused of being the "Barefoot Bandit" is working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal the lawyer says could involve using movie- or book-deal profits to compensate the victims of an alleged two-year, cross-country crime spree. Defendant Colton
Port of Orcas Announces Commissioner Candidates
The commissioners for the Port of Orcas announce that the following Orcas Island residents have submitted letters of interest for Commissioner Position #2, recently vacated by Garth Eimers: Mark Ditto Sheldon Gregory Michael McKinstry Dave Noneman Sean Roach James Wolf Interviews with each of the respondents will be completed before
Get Ready — Wintry Weather Ahead
By Brendan Cowan Director, San Juan County Department of Emergency Management The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for San Juan County. Forecast is for up to 3" of snow to fall starting after mid-day on Friday. Temperatures are forecast to drop over the weekend, reaching the
“To Bless the Sacred Circle” — Emmanuel Episcopal Land Blessed for Labyrinth
Contributed by Nancy Ayer (Revised Nov. 18 at 10:30 p.m.) “My father was born here, went to school in Deer Harbor. We are here to honor the land of our ancestors. We are all different, beautiful flowers of the Master’s bouquet. My grandfather taught me that white people are the beautiful
Sustainable Orcas Meet this Afternoon Includes Noted Environmentalist
It has been confirmed that Gloria Flora, Director of Sustainable Obtainable Solutions, will attend the Sustainable Orcas Island (SOI) meeting this afternoon. The public is invited to attend the meeting at the Orcas Library, beginning at 5:30. The SOI meeting has been moved from November 24 due to the Thanksgiving
Eastsound Planning Review Committee Holds Open House on Thursday
The Eastsound Planning Review Committee will hold an Open House on Thursday, Nov. 18 from 4 to 6 pm at Eastsound Fire Hall. EPRC board members and county staff will discuss: What you want to be changed in Eastsound Mount Baker road project and Trail Mount Property Stormwater
Secret Birthday Party to Surprise Gene Nery
Contributed by Gregory Books The Orcas Horns (along with the Greatest Rhythm Section in the Universe) are hosting a Surprise Birthday Dance/Party for Gene Nery! (Shhhhhhhhhh. Don't tell Gene! Let's try to keep this a secret!) The band will be playing its popular funky, jazzy dance music, and will be joined by
Head Of The Lake Regatta Ends The Fall Season For Orcas Island Rowing
Orcas Island Rowing Association (OIRA) ended their fall season with the Head Of The Lake (HOTL) regatta in Seattle. The HOTL regatta is a large and spectacular race through downtown Seattle. It starts in Lake Union with a view of the Space Needle, winds through Portage Bay, the
Council Votes to Pursue Privatizing Solid Waste Transfer System
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager At the conclusion of a Monday morning workshop meeting on Nov. 15, the San Juan County Council directed staff to prepare a Request for Proposal to privatize the portion of County’s solid waste operation that accepts trash from self-haulers and commercial operators. The
Dreams & Literature at the Next Writer’s Roundtable Nov. 20
The Writer's Roundtable for November will feature "Dreams and Literature" as presented by Philomena Robinson. Dreams and their connections with writing -- actual dreams, dream-inspired novels and poems, as well as any writing that uses the language and juxtaposition of images found in dreams will be discussed. It’s not mandatory, but, if
Friends of Library Holiday Tea on Dec. 4
Formal Tea Service? Yes. Your Mother's Tea? No. The Friends of the Library invite you to a kickoff to the holiday season as we have done for about 40 years. This year it is happening on Saturday, December 4, 2010, from 1-4. During these three hours, Orcas musicians will fill
Holladay Gives Slide Show of Photos this Saturday
Anita Holladay's most recent photo exhibit, called Still Here: Orcas Island from the Back Roads, has moved to the Public Library for the month of November. Check out both the ends of the stacks (center aisle only) and the conference room. In some of the framed photos, Holladay's trying out some exciting new collage/mosiac
Orcas Golf Club Joins Food Bank Drive Nov. 18-25
During the week of Nov 18-25 -- the week leading up to Thanksgiving and the deadline for the Food Bank Building Fund Campaign -- golfing green fees at the Orcas Island Golf Course will be paid with canned or cash donations for the food bank. Donations will be dropped off at the
