Here’s a thought…
“Bullets cannot be recalled. They cannot be uninvented. But they can be taken out of the gun.”
MARTIN AMIS
Community Foundation Annual Grants Cycle Begins
Updated Jan. 21 at 3 p.m. The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) is accepting applications for the 2011 competitive grants program. This is the 12th year of this grants program. This years’ committee is chaired by OICF Trustee Coleen O’Brien. Members are a mix of OICF Trustees and community members
Be Sure to Cast Your Ballot in Special Election
The Orcas Island Park and Recreation District funding will be on the February 8 ballot being mailed to voters on January 19, 2011. Funding for the Orcas Parks and Rec District received over 58% approval in the past November election. While that was a clear majority approving under most circumstances,
The Angels Host a 4-Star Dinner for Farm to Cafeteria
It’s perhaps a little early to starting thinking of your Valentine’s Day plans, but if you haven’t tried Angel’s Food or had Jacob’s cooking since back in his Orcas Restaurant days, you’re in for a serious treat on Valentine’s Day weekend. Jacob Angel and his wife Kristi are
Eastsound Planning Review Committee to Hold Special Meeting Thursday at noon
The Eastsound Planning Review Committee has scheduled a special meeting for tomorrow, January 20 from noon to 3 p.m. in the Eastsound Fire Hall. The public is welcome to attend. On the agenda are: Creation of a 2011 work plan and priorities in draft for the Feb. 15 County Council
Crossroads Series Tickets on Sale Now
Tickets for the Orcas Crossroads Spring Lecture Series become available to the public today, Wednesday, January 19. Four major lectures are scheduled, with a variety of provocative speakers about timely issues, both local and global. All lectures are followed by a question-and-answer period and a public reception with the speaker.
Friends of Moran Weigh the Future of the Park
The Friends of Moran invite you to their annual meeting Friday January 21st at 5:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. Come learn about the state of the Park and potential Park closures directly from the Rangers. Learn about the projects the Friends of Moran will fund in 2011 and the
Be a Vendor at the Fidelis Flea Market on Feb. 12
Would you like to be a vendor at this year’s Fidelis Flea Market in West Sound? You can reserve a table for only $20. You keep all of your sales. You can get a table for yourself, as a group, or share with another person. Reserve your table now by
Salmonberry Early Childhood Open House This Thursday
A “catered” tea, and an “expert”-led afternoon of crafts and fun for 2-5 year olds and their parents. The “experts” and “caterers” will be Salmonberry School’s Kindergarten class. These children (along with their teacher, Linda Ellsworth) invite the Orcas community to an open house on Thursday afternoon, January
National Day of Service Dawns Bright and Busy
The National Day of Service was observed by several Orcas Island organizations on Monday, Jan. 17, in cooperation with the Orcas Island Community Foundation. For the third year, the Community Foundation put out a call for local service projects. Garden, gutter and data cleanup were a few of
What’s Happening at the Golf Course?
Anyone driving by the Orcas Golf Course has seen the recent construction activity. The work underway is part of a long-term plan allowing for nine modest home sites clustered around the clubhouse. Current installations include a water system, electrical service, septic system and common entry drives. In addition,
Christmas Bird Count 2010 Results
By Barb Jensen People are in out of the cold, they have warmed up their toes and sent in their area data from the December 18th San Juan Islands Christmas Bird Count. Most reported lower than usual numbers of birds due to wind and rain on the count
Mariachi Huenachi Opens Orcas Center Season!
Mariachi Huenachi, an award-winning high school ensemble from Wenatchee, will open the Orcas Center 2011 season on Friday, January 28 at 7:30 pm. The mariachi group first performed in the San Juans in 2009 to a sold-out house at Orcas Center. During their 2009 visit, they were on
Letter to the Editor: All Can Serve by Voting
On this national day of service, let’s remember our role as “the people”; it’s participation. Orcas Islanders are peerless in the performance of our primary job as citizens – the vote. You probably know that ballots will be mailed to each voter registered within the Orcas Island Park and Recreation
“Orcas Has Talent” – Auditions & Junior Competition At The Grange
Two shows, great family fun! It may be cold and wet outside but the heat is on for the “Orcas Has Talent” auditions and the Junior competition on Jan. 22nd on the Grange stage. There is a great line up of talent, 15yrs and older signed up for the auditions where
Orcas Island Rowing Club Throws Down the Gauntlet for This Year’s IMIRF: Let’s Prove Who Is the Fittest!
It's official, the gauntlet has been thrown down. The challenge is out. Orcas Island Rowing Club (OIRA) challenges Orcas Island and the rest of the world to show who is the fittest at their indoor rowing competition IMIRF (Island Madness Indoor Rowing Fest). Actually to win this contest
Prosecutor says ‘Yes’ to Council Meeting Outside of Friday Harbor
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager A local reporter has questioned whether “regular” meetings of the County Council can legally be held outside of the County seat. Prosecutor Randall Gaylord’s opinion is yes. The following is his statement: It is appropriate for the County Council to hold its regular
