Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
A Wonderful Weekend Awaits
Saturday, Sept. 11 Writers Roundtable “Weather Patterns” with Jennifer Brennock. Open to all, from 1 to 3 p.m. Free. Kaleidoscope 6th Annual “Island Grown, Island Raised” Gourmet Dinner, Wine Tasting & Auction. Begins at 5:30, dinner at 6:30 p.m. Kaleidoscope’s Board of Directors will host an evening in which everything
Letter to the Editor: Kevin O’Brien Rides Again
Hello Everyone, Tomorrow I will be riding my bike with good friends in the two day, 175 mile, MS Bike Ride. It will be my fourth year cranking pedals with over two thousand riders in pursuit of the common goals of finding a cure and helping people living with MS.
Hiyu to Replace Evergreen State Ferry Next Week
Monday, Sept. 13, the 34-car Hiyu will replace the 87-car Evergreen State as the inter-island vessel while the Evergreen State undergoes necessary repairs. Department of Transportation Ferries Secretary David Moseley said, "Please plan ahead and arrive early for inter-island sailings. Repairs on the Evergreen State are expected to be complete
Over-wintering & Backyard Birds Class at the Library
What is the importance of over-wintering areas and why is Puget Sound so important? Which birds live here in the winter and why are there so many more species than the East coast? An intermediate birding class on over-wintering and backyard birds will answer these questions and more in the
Experience and Explore Shakespeare’s Anthony and Cleopatra
Beginning Monday, September 27, and continuing each Monday for 6 weeks through November 1, Jane Alden will lead a workshop on Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra at The Orcas Island Public Library from 1 to 2:30 p.m. “We will use the time each week to explore the play together, focusing on
State League of Women Voters Take Positions on Nov. Ballot Measure
Future Meetings and Forums Announced The League of Women Voters (LWV) of the San Juan Islands recently issued the position of the State LWV on initiatives and referenda that will be voted on in the November election. (Note: all county ballots are mailed to voters). On Monday, September 13, the
Newcombe and Moldoff Show Photos of “the other island”
Rachel Newcombe and JoEllen Moldoff are showing some of their photos of New York City at Mia's Cafe. The exhibit is titled "the other island." Both Newcombe and Moldoff lived in or near New York City for many years. There will be an opening reception on
Community Foundation Tops $2 Million in Grants
The Orcas Island Community Foundation has passed the $2 million benchmark in its mission "to foster philanthropy to enhance and preserve the quality of life on Orcas Island." At its Report to the Community luncheon at Rosario's Discovery Room on Wednesday, Sept. 8, new Community Foundation president Diane
Recycling “Trip” Fee to take Effect October 1
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Effective October 1, 2010, people bringing only recyclable materials to solid waste facilities in San Juan County will pay a flat $5 fee. Recyclable materials include co mingled recycling, batteries, oil and antifreeze. The fee will not be charged to people who also
SoulCollage is Orcas Library’s September Lobby Display
The Orcas Island Library’s September lobby display is SoulCollage, courtesy of Sue Ann Zderic. SoulCollage is a process of making personalized collage cards that express something about one's inner and outer life. It includes an inner dialogue process which allows the collage maker to step into their creations and discover
The Sunflower Cafe is Closing
An old friend is leaving us, as the Sunflower Cafe in Eastsound will close it's doors for the last time on September 25th. There has been a cafe at the old Washington Federal Bank building since 2003 when Julie and Christian Hogle remodeled the interior and opened the
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for a Great Triathlon Turnout
For the 12th year in a row Orcas Rec held the Steve Braun Memorial Triathlon over Labor Day weekend. We had an incredible race this year with lots of fun, and strong competition! Orcas Rec would like to thank the racers for participating, and the volunteers and staff for working
Airport Commissioners Meeting One Hour Earlier Tonight
The Port of Orcas regular meeting of commissioners will start at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 9. The Orcas Island Airport closed from 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday September 8 until 6:00 a.m. today, September 9 to provide work time for geotechnical work on the runway.
Ferry Advisory Committee Looking for Feedback on Summer Schedule
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager San Juan County’s Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC) is asking the public to weigh in with opinions about what has been good and what has been troublesome about the summer ferry schedule. Comments can be entered via the County’s website at: https://sanjuanco.com/committees/FAC Howard Rosenfeld,
Getting Started in Genealogy and Family History
Kathi Ciskowski will lead a two-session course, “My Back Pages,” that will focus on a few simple ways to get started in the search for your ancestors. The study of genealogy and family history allows us all to be time travelers. Although we are all truly individuals, our lives are
Fire Hazard Declines But No Burn Permits Yet
By Steve Marler San Juan County Fire Marshal In cooperation with the State Department of Natural Resources, the fire danger for San Juan County has officially been lowered from “Moderate” to “Low.” As warm weather wanes and with the recent light rainfall, many San Juan County residents are starting to
