Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Horns for the Whole Family with Dallas Brass
This Sunday, Sept. 5 Orcas Center announces the return of the Dallas Brass with a performance for the entire family. This event is priced accordingly -- all tickets to the September 5 show are $10. Since its founding in 1983 by Michael Levine, the Dallas Brass has become one of
Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series Announces 2010-2011 Season of Events
Updated Sept. 3 at 10:45 p.m. The Orcas Crossroads Lecture Series announces its 2010-11 season of lecture events. Now in its fourth season, Crossroads offers diverse topics, of local and global relevance, explored by expert speakers of some renown. All lectures will be held at Orcas Center and
Fadem’s Class to Explore Jewish Protaganist, Daniel Deronda
Richard Fadem will offer a literature class this fall focusing on the novel Daniel Deronda, by George Eliot. The class will meet on Thursdays, 10:00-12:30 at the Senior Center, from September 30th until November 18th. The Oxford World Classics edition, available at Darvill's, will be used for the class. Registration will
Come to the “Save Our Salmon” Picnic Sept. 12
By Fiona Norris Science Director, San Juan Nature Institute Jim and Kathy Youngren have graciously agreed to host a benefit fundraiser for Salmon in the Classroom at Orcas Elementary School, on Sunday September 12 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Supper will be barbecued salmon from the Queen Charlotte
Energy Grant for School Repairs Lowers Utility Costs
Elementary School Needs Funding (matching or otherwise) to Fix Utilities Work was completed this month at the Orcas Island High School for the energy conservation upgrades provided by the State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction grant awarded earlier in the year. Now the Orcas School Board must decide
A Page From Our History: Alden, the “Active” and Goldseekers
By Tom Welch The United States Exploring Expedition, commanded by Charles Wilkes, was the first government expression of interest in the San Juan Islands. Surveying the islands in 1841, Wilkes and the Expedition (also known as the U.S. Ex Ex) named many of our local features and landmarks.
United Way of San Juan Seeks Island Coordinators
United Way of San Juan County is seeking three Volunteer Coordinators – one each for Orcas, San Juan and Lopez Island. Each coordinator will be responsible for recruiting and training volunteers to help with the annual giving campaign that gears up in September. Two hours per week from August through
Eastsound Committe Reviews Impact of Plans Tomorrow at Fire Hall
The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee (EPRC) holds its monthly meetings on the first Thursday of the month. This Thursday, Sept. 2, it will change locations to meet at the Eastsound Fire Hall from 3 to 5 p.m. The agenda calls for filling empty positions, updates from County Council Members
Letter to the Editor: FAA Bullies Port, Property Owners & Taxpayers
Not long ago the Sounder had a cartoon caption entitled, “In The Argument Over Airport Access Rights.” It was a two panel drawing of “The Losers,” and “The Winners.” The “Losers” were the Port of Orcas and property owners adjacent to the airport. The “Winners” were the “Lawyers.” A new
Jumpstart! Mixes Up the Arts at Writers Festival
Jumpstart! Classes: Hybrid Forms with Nance Van Winckel panels and evening event still open The Orcas Island Writers Festival is fast approaching -- it's third annual festival will take place September 17-19, 2010. The Festival was born in 2008, the brainchild of writer Barbara Lewis, as "a way to
Letter to the Editor: In Support of the School Board
In the last election I had the opportunity to work with an amazing group of people who willfully subject themselves to public scrutiny simply to provide for the educational needs of our children. First, as a critic of the School District’s bond proposal and then after due consideration, a supporter,
Herstory Class: Women’s Perspectives in History
There will be a Herstory class: Women’s Perspectives in History for six weeks av ailable for girls and boys ages 9-14. Students will learn about women in the past, while creating projects and presentations. Reading will include interesting historical fiction and non-fiction. The class begins September 23, Tuesdays and Thursdays
“Arthur: the Begetting” Playwright to Visit Orcas
Seattle playwright, actor and published author Jeff Berryman will visit Orcas to attend the closing night performance of his play, Arthur: The Begetting on September 12th at the Grange. Mr Berryman will be available after the performance to answer questions about the play and playwriting. Berryman continues work
Student Bus Safety from the County Fire Marshal
The San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office would like to remind everyone that our local schools will soon be back in session. Here are some safety tips offered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help keep your children safe: Schools will be welcoming students back to the classrooms in
Celebrity Chef School Lunches Start Sept. 16
By Madie Murray The Farm to Cafeteria sponsored Celebrity Chef Lunch days start September 16 with Mia Kartiganer of Mia’s Cafe serving Mia’s Lasagna with Veggie’s and Fruit Dessert to all having lunch in the school cafeteria that day. Friends and family of K-12 students, teachers and administrators
Compassionate Communication Course Offered at the Orcas Island Public Library
Compassionate Communication: Eight Week Series Beginning Monday September 13th The Orcas Island Public Library will be offering a course on “Compassionate Communication” led by Rena Patty, beginning Monday, September 13th through Monday November 29th, from 6-8pm. Nonviolent Communication (NVC), also called Compassionate Communication, is based on historical principles of nonviolence
