Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Cancer Support Group Meeting Features Update
This group is a monthly, no cost, confidential support group for anyone touched by cancer. We will meet on Thursday, March 10 at 5:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room at the Orcas Island Community Church. This month we will be exploring a cancer update from Johns Hopkins University. Did you
Local Artist Brook Meinhardt to have Solo Show
Painter and illustrator Brook Meinhardt, an Orcas resident for the past five years, will have her first solo show at the Orcas Center in March, with an opening Friday, March 4th at 5:30. Brook was born and raised in New York City, and studied art at The School
Guest Opinion: What It Means for SJ County to Be a “Net Donor”
By James Wolf I read recently that Washington State is a net donor (paying more than they receive) of Federal taxes per dollar of Federal spending in our state. According to 2010 data, Washington receives just $0.88 for every dollar of Federal taxes. Our nearest neighbors, Oregon , Idaho and Montana
Ferry Groups Meeting on Lopez March 9 to Discuss State Policy
Meeting also scheduled on March 12 in Anacortes with the system-wide Ferry Community Partnership Members of the San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee John Whetten and Jim Corneman, will be in attendance at a meeting on Lopez Island about Washington State Ferries (WSF) issues during the current Legislative session. The
10th Annual Funhouse Science Fair: Show How it Works
The 10th Annual Funhouse Science Fair will be held Saturday, March 26, from 12 to 4 p.m. at The Funhouse on Orcas Island. This is an event not to be missed — full of exciting and unusual projects and demonstrations. There’s still time to sign up! All school-age
Three Reasons Our School Cafeteria Is So Good
One - Debbie Guilford, two - Bing Mowrey and three - Zach Holley. Every day our public school is open, they put out an average of 190 breakfasts and 270 lunches for our K through 12 public school kids - wiithout fail, cooked from scratch and with a
Imagine Learning on Orcas: Presentation on March 11
Contributed by Samara Shaw Education pioneers Charles Kouns and Stella Humphries invite everyone, of all ages to a thought-provoking presentation and conversation: "How do we educate young people to thrive in a world of possibility?" “The times implore us, our young people implore us to create a fresh seed for
Tax Bills Mailed This Week
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Assessor’s Office has certified the tax levies and levy rates for 2011 taxes. Overall, there was an average increase of 9.1% in rates, primarily due to increases in the state levy and each of the local school levies. San
Ranker Appointed to White House Oceans Committee
From the Senate Democrats Office State Senator Kevin Ranker, D-San Juan, received an appointment to President Obama’s National Ocean Council Governance Coordinating Committee (GCC) on Feb. 22. Ranker is one of 18 members from states, federally-recognized tribes and local governments to be chosen to serve. Ranker will represent coastal and
The Weekend Awaits — Check for Snow & Weather Cancellations
Friday, February 25 "The Curious Savage" presented by the Actors Theater of Orcas Island at the Grange. This charming and funny play tells the story of Ethel Savage (played by Lesley Liddle) who has been committed to a "sanitorium" by her children (played by Ron Herman, Maura O'Neill and John
Winter Book Sale this Saturday
The Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale takes place this Saturday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the public school cafeteria. Thousands of new donations since August will be on sale for very low prices along with CDs and DVDs. This year photographs will
A Great Painting Comes From a Great Photograph
Frank Loudin is one of Orcas Islands most beloved and prolific artists. Although he is most renowned for his beautiful, poignant and sometimes amusing paintings of American life he is also a photographer. He uses the camera to compose most of his paintings. He will be making a presentation to
Ranker’s Puget Sound Corps Bill Expected to Create Jobs
Senate approves Ranker Puget Sound Corps bill From the Senate Democrats office On Feb. 23, the State Senate approved a bill sponsored by Senator Kevin Rankin to create green jobs for youth and veterans seeking work. With passage of Senate Bill 5230, Washington is one step closer to creating the
Gnarly Running, Messy Painting & Animation — Spring Classes at the Funhouse
The Funhouse announces its continuing and new spring classes, starting in March. Some classes are free with Funhouse membership: Adult/Teen Classes Photoshop. Hannah Adams Collier. Learn how to use this top of the line tool to customize and repair your photography or create web and print graphics. Learn to use layers
Orcas Island Council of Churches Shares Soup, Spirit and Service
For more than two years, an ecumenical group of Orcas Island church leaders has been convening to discuss spiritual support and the social and environmental concerns of our community. Bishop Craig Anderson, who has convened the group for monthly lunch meetings, says "We don't just operate in our own spheres,
Snow Delays Housemoving & Airport Closure — Now Until Saturday
Updated Feb. 25 at 9 a.m. By Bea VonTobel, Airport Manager The housemoving through the airport, originally scheduled for 8:30-9:30 a.m. on Thursday, has been changed to Saturday, same time. The airport will be closed from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. local time in order to facilitate a house move down
