Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
New Ferry Schedule Starts Tomorrow, Sept. 26
The new San Juan Islands fall schedule goes into effect on Sunday, Sept. 26. David Moseley, State Assistant Transportation Secretary for Ferries said last month that the schedule incorporates adjustments based on input from the public "where possible, given our objectives to improve schedule reliability and adhere to U.S. Coast
League of Women Voters Registration Challenge
The countdown to Election Day has begun! There are less than two months left until the upcoming midterm elections and the League of Women Voters is committed to making sure that every eligible American is registered to vote. With the outcome of these elections playing a large role in next
Funhouse Running Program Receives National Grant
From the Funhouse The Funhouse was recently named one of only seven organizations nationally to receive a significant grant from the Saucony Run for Good Foundation of Massachusetts. The grant will be used to expand The Funhouse’s youth running programs. The Saucony Foundation is committed to improving the
Slideshow Precedes “Creativity, Cognition and Computers” this Sunday
Reception follows Crossroads' afternoon Lecture The Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series begins its season of distinguished and interesting lectures, about timely topics of both local and global interest this Sunday with Professor Harold Cohen. An internationally known painter (with paintings in the Tate), Cohen has devoted over 30 years of his
Myhr Leads Audubon trip on Lopez Oct. 3
Bob Myhr will lead a San Juan Islands Audubon Society field trip on Lopez Island, Sunday, October 3, 2010. Meet at 8AM at Otis Perkins Park, trip over around noon. Look for last migrants heading south and arrival of winter waterfowl. Everyone welcome. More info call 468-2258.
Funhouse and Orcas High School Team Up on “Futures Fair”
From the Funhouse The Funhouse and Orcas Island High School are teaming up for the annual post-high school “Futures Fair” on Tuesday, October 5th and Wednesday, October 6th. The Futures Fair will offer access to college representatives from different state and out-of-state colleges, plus top college counseling consultants from Seattle,
Get Ready to Recycle Big Time Oct. 4 on Orcas
Press release by Helen Venada, County Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator We hope you’re rounding up and preparing your nursery pots and other “agricultural plastics” for the big fall recycling jamboree! To make sure they are acceptable for recycling markets, please keep your items dry and shake off loose
Halley McCormick Achieves National Recognition
Halley McCormick, daughter of Paige and Frank McCormick, has been named a Semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Halley joins approximately 16,000 students nationwide.In a press release issued by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation it was announced: "These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in
Orcas Library Seeks New Trustee
The Orcas Island Public Library is seeking a new trustee to begin serving January 1, 2011. The length of the term is five years. The board is configured of five members who have the charge and honor of planning the direction of the library services, making sure that policy comply
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to All Who Contributed to Dorothy Austin’s Arty Party Benefit
It takes a community to have a successful and wonderful event. There are artists, artisans, and business people who contribute items for a silent auction. There are many unseen and unsung heroes who contribute time, expertise, and loan of essential equipment to stage such an event. There are food people
Port Meeting Sept. 23: FAA Amends Compliance Regulations & Port TTF Fee Proposal on Agenda
This Thursday, the Orcas Island Port Commission will hold a public meeting regarding the Port’s compliance with Federal Aviation Authority FAA regulations -- in particular, the possibility that non-compliance with land use restrictions may mean a loss of federal funding. The FAA, Orcas Port District Commissioners and interested District citizens
Guest Opinion: DVSAS Future Includes LeRoy Bell Performance this Saturday
By Norm Stamper DVSAS Board President Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services held its annual board retreat over the weekend. We traced the rich history of the agency and began critical work on the future development of DVSAS. The day was as inspiring as it was educational. Executive Director Anita
Artworks Features Linda Kirtz
Linda Kirtz’s pastel paintings of American Camp on San Juan Island will be featured at the Orcas Island Artworks through the month of October. “I first saw the San Juans in the 1970’s with a team of artists who were visiting elementary schools in the area. I fell
Park & Rec District Holds Special Meeting Sept. 23
A special public meeting of the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District will be held this Thursday, Sepember 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 P.M. at the Fun House. Adina Cunningham will present highlights of the State Municipal Officers Ethics Act and the Open Public Meetings Act, for new public
Montessori Recycles Printer Cartridges
Looking for a way to recycle your printer cartridges? Orcas Montessori School's "Cartridges for Kids" program will turn your empty ink jet , laser & toner cartridges into cash. All funds go to school program. Our collection bin is open 24/7 at 1147 North Beach Road. Free collection bags also
CAO Documents Available for Preview
Richard Fralick, Chair of the San Juan County Council advises Orcas Island residents of the "important public meeting on Orcas Island to discuss the Critical Areas Ordinance Update currently underway." The meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. Fralick
