Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Editorial: A Perfect Day as described by Two Writers
I never thought being busy was a measure of personal worth -- it's just that it's all so INTERESTING and my curiosity is aroused. These days, when people ask, "How are you?" my spontaneous response is usually "Busy;" or at the end of the day, "Tired." Even with my busy
Orcas Island Garden Tour – Orcas in Bloom
By Midge Kraetzer On June 26th and June 27th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Orcas Island Garden Club will present its annual garden tour, Orcas in Bloom. Featuring six varied Orcas gardens, this tour has something for everyone. A splendid hilltop garden with views over much
Letter to the Editor: Incoming PTSA Officers & Retiring Officers and Teachers
I'm very pleased to announce the newly-elected PTSA Board of Officers: Holly King (President), Kristen Wilson (Vice President), Vicki Vandermay (Co-Secretary), Rita Bailey (Co-Secretary), Bob Connell (Treasurer), Michelle Kostechko (Membership/Volunteer Coordinator), Jennifer Pietsch (Activity Coordinator) and Susan Stolmeier (Teacher Representative). I'll remain on the Board as Past President/Rollerskating Coordinator, but will
Skyhawks Multisports Canceled: Orcas Rec Now Requires Pre-Registration for Programs
"Just showing up" on the day program begins no longer possible By Linda Sheridan Orcas Rec Coordinator We did not get enough participants pre-registered for the Skyhawks Multisport Program set to run June 21st-25th so it will be canceled until further notice. I will be working with Skyhawks representative Kris
Funhouse Teen Nights: What Needs Doing
The Funhouse will host a Community Meeting about Teen Night on June 23 By the Funhouse Staff For a decade now, "Teen Night” at The Funhouse has been a valuable resource for teens and their families here on Orcas. In 2009 we averaged 40 teen visits every Friday and Saturday
Outdoor Oil Painter To Hold Orcas Workshop
By Susan Slapin Painting class on Orcas, with outdoor (oil) landscape painter Mark Bistranin: 3 days in July, 8,9,10 OR July 9,10,11. Teaching will also relate or transfer, to acrylics. All levels welcome. Mixing color, developing values within composition, etc. and the day will begin with a demonstration. Approximate hours:
Summer’s Almost Here: Time to Play, Perform, Parade and Dance!
Monday, June 14 Birth to five years old Playgroup, with their parents/caregivers. The group, organized by Krista Bouchey, will meet on Mondays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at The Funhouse. Highlights include supportive environment for parents, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and music time. 376-7177. Funhouse membership or donation. Orcas Island
Students Converge on Canoe Island for Learning and Fun
By Brodie Miller, age 13 Thirty-eight students from Orcas, Shaw, and San Juan Islands, as well as Seattle came to Canoe Island for the second annual Young Artists, Writers, and Scientists weekend. The camp, organized by Orcas Rec and the CIFC consisted of 8 different activities to choose from. The
Diepenbrock and Padbury at the Head of 2010 Graduating Class at Orcas HIgh School
Taylor Diepenbrock, son of Steve Diepenbrock and Mimi Anderson, was honored as Valedictorian of the Orcas High School Class of 2010. Lanie Padbury, daughter of Mark and Stella Padbury, was Class of 2010 Salutatorian. Both students have attended Orcas Island public school district schools since kindergarten.
Library’s Summer Reading Program for Kids Begins June 19
By Nita Couchman Orcas Island Children's Librarian The 2010 Summer Reading Program, “Make a Splash – READ!,” begins Saturday, June 19, at the Orcas Island Public Library. The program runs from June 19th to August 14th, and is open to children from preschool through middle school. Parents of preschoolers
Orcas Island Library Board Meeting
By Rachel Newcombe, Community Relations Chair, Orcas Island Library Trustee Orcas Islanders are invited to join us for the monthly library board meeting. Our meeting is Monday, June 14th, 9:00am in the community room at the library. Agendas will be available for all who attend and there are designated times
Register Now for the Third Annual Orcas Island Writers Festival: Three Days on the Journey
Continuing education and instant gratification for writers at the 3rd annual Orcas Island Writers Festival Writers, communicators, book lovers – we all fit in there somewhere. Olga resident Barbara Lewis, Director of the Orcas Island Writers Festival, now looking forward to its third year, has again arranged for writers to
Letter to the Editor: Now is the Time to Put School’s “House” in Order
Dear Editor: I have been a resident of Orcas Island since 1985. I have taught in the Orcas Island School District since 1986. My three children all graduated from OIHS. I have seen many changes in curriculum, colleague collaboration and accountability.I am proud to be a teacher in our public school and
Orcas High School Holds Celebration of Success to Honor Community Scholarships
Lions Club President Mike Jonas probably spoke for all of the club and business representatives at today’s Celebration of Success when he said,” This is the best part of my job, to come here today and do this.” Jonas, along with members of 23 island organizations, presented scholarships
School Bond Website Aimed to Inform
By the "Yes for Schools" Committee If you have questions about the August school bond, the newly formed YES FOR SCHOOLS COMMITTEE wants you to check out their new website at: www.yesfororcasschools.com. The committee came together after the last school bond was narrowly defeated. It consists of community members interested
Weekend Events Feature Graduations, Oceans Celebration and Cowboy Artists
Friday, June 11 Celebration of Success -- Scholarships and Awards for 2010 Orcas High School Graduates 10 a.m. at the High School Gym. Orcas Christian School Graduation, 5 p.m. at School campus on Enchanted Forest Road. Saturday, June 12 Farmer's Market at Eastsound Village Green, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
