Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Survey invites County Residents to Shape Solid Waste Policy
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager During the month of July, San Juan County residents will have the opportunity to participate in a survey that will help guide the development of the County’s updated solid waste management plan. That plan will define the type and quality of services the
Kindlingsfest Celebrates Arts & the Spiritual on Orcas
KindlingsFest "Friends for the Journey" from Wednesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 17 at Orcas Island Community Church By Dick Staub, Pastor, Orcas Island Community Church KindlingsFest is an annual celebration of Art & Ideas where they intersect with the spiritual. Guest speakers include poet and
Letter to the Editor: Lopezians Want Park As It Is
Dear Editors, Stan Matthews sent you an email with an attachment of a News Release from San Juan County called "Return the Grants for Odlin Park Improvements?" What they failed to tell you is why so many people on Lopez are upset about the renovation plan for Odlin Park. Two main points: First,
“Community in Action” Parade: Chamber Announces Prize Winners
Record-setting number of entries & record-setting prizes handed out By Lance Evans,Executive Director Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce The crowds turned out in large numbers and the parade entries were as varied as one could imagine this past Saturday in Eastsound. The record number 66 entries all took
New Sailing Classes to Meet Demand in Evenings
By Linda Sheridan Orcas Rec Coordinator Sailing with Sail Orcas beginsNew! Junior Sailing Evening Classes in July, from 5 to 8 p.m. on July 12th → 15th and 19th → 22nd Due to the huge demand for Junior Sailing this year, all of our July classes have been nearly filled. Fortunately,
Work Begins on Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager As San Juan County begins an intensive effort to revise its Solid Waste Management Plan, the County’s system of handling and disposing of garbage, recycling and solid waste finds itself surrounded by controversy. The solid waste utility is running in the red, the
Should the County Return Grant Funds for Park?
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Many of the Lopezians attending a public meeting at Odlin Park on June 30 suggested that the County Parks and Recreation Department consider returning grants for $400,000 worth of renovations to the park and leave the property as it is. More than 60
Save Your Spot! Register Now for Summer Fun with Orcas Rec
Note: Registration for most of these classes closes on Friday, July 9. Don't miss out! By Linda Sheridan Orcas Rec Coordinator Orcas Rec Programs July 11th – July 19th Join us for these fun upcoming programs! Pre-register this week to save your spot! SEAWEED RAMBLE When: Sun, July 11, (9am-1pm)
Pajama Tales Storytime for Kids at Library
Wear your pajamas and come hear stories at the Library before bedtime on Wednesday, July 14th from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Listeners are encouraged to arrive early to allow time to get comfortable. The program is free and open to families and children of all ages, though the stories selected
Tango Classes and Soirée at Roses this Saturday
A taste of Buenos Aires comes to Rose's Café on Saturday night as Sara Thomsen and her Seattle-based dance troupe, Tango En Vie entertains Orcas Islanders with a Tango Soirée. The evening, which sold out last year, includes dancing performance and light fare at $50 per person. With
Flags in the Garden: Artful, Thoughtful, Useful
By Madie Murray Farm to Cafeteria Committee Chair Vicki Bartram’s grandson, Jordan, made a flag for soccer camp last year. That keepsake gleefully wafted and waved in her garden all summer long and ultimately planted another seed in the school garden. Vicki brought her idea to Jordan’s mom,
Letter to the Editor: Library Board Welcomes Summer Visitors
Part of the fun of being on vacation is having the opportunity to discover new places and participating in everyday local events. With this in mind, the Orcas Island Library Board would like to invite summer visitors to our monthly board meeting. For those of you who love libraries, serve on library boards in
Guest Opinion: The Cost of Waiting on the School Bond
Printed July 7, 2010 Reprinted upon request By Joe Cohen While attending the 4th of July parade on Saturday I stopped at the school bond booth – and had a lively discussion with a host of friends and other people. I listened to a number of great questions about the bond
Writers’ Festival: Register for Jumpstart! Classes Now
By Barbara Lewis Orcas Island Writers Festival Director Nance Van Winckel will return to the September 17-19 Orcas Island Writers Festival to teach her popular Jumpstart! class. Nance is from eastern Washington. (But she loves Orcas!) The folks who attended her class last year raved about her helpful and fun
The Orcas Center Gala: A Party Under the Orcas Sun
Orcas Center’s summer gala Under the Orcas Sun on Saturday, July 24 will feature great food, delightful company, bidding for unique dining and travel experiences, and fun entertainment. All net proceeds benefit Orcas Center’s programming, including the Orcas Arts Education Project. The al fresco meal designed by Christina
Letter to the Editor: Thank You from the Orcas Island Lions
The 4th has come to an end and the Orcas Island Lions Club would like to thank everyone who participated in this year’s fundraiser, the Annual Salmon BBQ. This year while the numbers were down by about 100 dinners we still managed to serve 427 adult dinners. All money after
