Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
The Gifts that Keep on Giving: Food Bank Donors & Community Foundation Help Out Orcas Family Connections
Orcas Families in need will unexpectedly benefit from the recent Food Bank Building Fund Campaign via a route to rival Santa Claus, with stops at the Orcas Island Community Foundation, Island Market and Orcas Family Connections. The Food Bank Building Fund was a drive to “match” a donation from an
Toys for Tots and Teens at Fire Hall Today
Orcas Island Lions Club members have been collecting toys for the annual Toys for Tots and Tweens program to provide toys for families in need. This year toys will be distributed to parents of Orcas Island residents children at the Eastsound Fire Hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on
San Juan Preservation Trust Buys 217-acre Vendovi Island
The San Juan Preservation Trust has purchased Vendovi Island, the third largest island under single private ownership in the entire San Juan archipelago. The acquisition ensures that this 217-acre island will remain permanently protected from development. The $6.4 million purchase price was raised from anonymous private benefactors, including
A Holiday Tradition: Christmas Music with Susan Osborn at Victorian Valley Chapel
Susan Osborn extends an invitation to the public for her traditional Christmas concerts at the Victorian Valley Chapel. Joining Susan will be Carolyn Cruso, hammer dulcimer, guitar, flute and vocals; and Ritambhara Tyson, cello and voice. Music included in these concerts will be traditional Christmas songs and original
Letter to the Editor: Response to Elimination of State Arts Commission
I am very concerned that in her 2011-13 biennium budget, Governor Gregoire has proposed eliminating the Washington State Arts Commission. As a life-long arts advocate, I know first-hand that public funding for the arts allows access for ordinary citizens to transformative cultural experiences. It provides funding so that residents of
Doe Bay Café Calls for Non-Profits to Support
Non-profit beneficiaries are needed for Pizza Night donations from the Doe Bay Café. Each month the Doe Bay Café chooses a non-profit organization that receives $1 from each pizza sold on Thursday Pizza Night for the entire month. The Cafe is currently looking for beneficiaries for 2011. If your non-profit
Guest Opinion:Regulation/ Deregulation
By Janet Alderton Deregulation is the removal of regulation. Our severe recession is a direct result of deregulation of the banking and finance industries. The Growth Management Act and The Shoreline Master Program were passed in response to creeping environmental degradation and the loss of open space and farmland. Some
Ferries Head Reports on Governor’s Budget
Moseley Addresses Fare Hike, Holiday and New Winter Schedule David Moseley, Assistant Department of Transportation Secretary for Ferries, reported on Dec. 17: "The Governor presented her balanced budget for 2011-2013 Wednesday morning, which is available at www.governor.wa.gov/priorities/budget/press_packet.pdf. The budget spoke to the difficult times the state is facing. "For a
Orcas Island Golf Course Offers Discount Prices
Updated Dec. 17 at 4:30 p.m. The Orcas Island Golf Course presents several price breaks for 2011 Memberships. Those who purchase memberships before 2011 get a 5-guest/cart pass (up to a $200 value). Those who pay before April 1st 2011 get 2-guest/cart pass (up to $80 value). In addition, the
Audubon Society Asks for Support to Protect Older Forests
Barb Jensen of the San Juans Audubon Society writes: I know some of you are interested in this very important issue and I wanted to give you an opportunity to comment to USFWS. The message from Shawn Cantrell of the Seattle Audubon Society follows: 20 years after being first listed
Letter to the Editor: Montessori School Thanks Community Sponsors
As we finish up our 16th Annual Holiday Wreath Sale, everyone at Orcas Montessori School would like to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to the community for your incredible support. Every year, it’s a true pleasure to see these beautiful holiday decorations adorning houses, businesses and gateways throughout Orcas Island.
Governor Gregoire’s Budget Cut Message to State Employees
Governor Christine Gregoire issued the following statement on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010: Today I will present a balanced budget for the coming biennium that addresses our $4.6 billion shortfall. It is not a budget I ever imagined I would have to present. Making the decisions we did were some of
Knitters Unite: and Drop in at School Lunchtime
Greg White, Orcas Island surveyor and dedicated knitter, can be found with his knitting cohorts on Wednesday and Fridays at Orcas Elementary School during lunchtime. Greg has partnered with the school and Cheryl Jackson of Poppies Yarn Store in Eastsound, to supply the young knitters with basic, good-quality
Orcas Park & Rec to Hold Special Meeting Dec. 17
Updated at 2 p.m. Dec. 16 Orcas Island Park and Recreation District (OIPRD) will hold a Special Meeting to discuss a February 2011 Special Election Ballot, and a possible levy amount. The Special Meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 17 at Eastsound Fire Hall. OIPRD was
Sealth Ferry Out: No Anacortes-San Juans Sailings Tonight
Update, Thursday, Dec. 15: the Sealth is back in service. From Washington State Ferries The Sealth is out of service for the remainder of the evening. This will cancel the 6 pm from Anacortes, the 6:55 and 8:30 pm from Lopez, the 7:50 pm from Friday Harbor, and the 9:10
Salmonberry School Christmas Tree Sale — There’s Still Time!
By Amy Lum Salmonberry School invites you to come shop for your Christmas tree this weekend at the school on North Beach Road. We still have a terrific selection of trees for you to choose from, as another load is arriving on Wednesday. Gorgeous, freshly harvested noble trees, grand firs
