Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Orcas Artworks Features Pastels by Pam Jenkins
The Orcas Island Artworks will exhibit pastel landscape paintings by Pam Jenkins through the month of June. Pam was an art major in college for a year before choosing to major in elementary and early childhood education. Most of her work was in fiber arts until she visited
Candidate Filing Week – June 7 through June 11
From Doris Schaller, San Juan County Elections Supervisor Ever thought of running for public office? Several local elected offices, as well as State and Federal offices, will be up for election this year. There are three ways to file for office. The Elections Office will accept online candidate filings beginning
Patty Miller Hopes to Continue Community Service as Council Member
Miller considers a move from the Eastsound Planning Review Committee -- which meets tomorrow at 3 at the Senior Center -- to the County Council When Patty Miller retired to Orcas Island 25 years after graduating from high school here, the last thing on her mind was running
Orcas Island Community Foundation Awards $81,000 to Orcas Nonprofits
From the Orcas Island Community Foundation An oil spill responder class, more protein provided by the Food Bank, an after school science club, and a community family advocate… these are just a few of the programs receiving funding from the Orcas Island Community Foundation this week. OICF’s Annual Community Grant
Got Balance? Free T’ai Chi Class June 7
Joan Roulac starts another series of T'ai Chi classes with an "island-wide gift" -- a free class on June 7. "Join your neighbors at the Senior Center Monday morning June 7 at 9:30 a.m. for a free introductory class, and begin re-gaining your confidence, strength, & balance in your very first class,"
Orcas High Inducts National Honor Society Scholars
Seven Orcas High School students were inducted into the National Merit Society today. At a ceremony similar to those held throughout the nation, Superintendent/High School Principal Barbara Kline saluted the students who have achieved National Honor Society Recognition by achieving high standards in scholarship, leadership, service and character.
David Schermerhorn Among Naval Raid Prisoners
KOMO News reported yesterday that Orcas Island resident David Schermerhorn, "was among the hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists who got caught in a deadly showdown with the Israeli commandos at high seas on Monday. "At least nine people were killed when the Israelis dropped down from helicopters onto a ship [he
Salary Commission to Debate Sheriff’s Pay June 4
June 1 note: Meeting time updated to 9 a.m. By Stan Matthews County Communications Progam Manager The Chairperson of the Citizen’s Salary Commission, Michael Roger, has called for a special meeting of the Commission next Friday, June 4th, at 9 a.m. The purpose of the meeting will be to reconsider
Council to Convene Early June 8 to Discuss CAO Work Plan
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Council will convene at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 8 to allow time to discuss and take public input on the work plan for the [intlink id="8873" type="post"]County’s Critical Area Ordinance[/intlink] (CAO) update. The CAO provides protections for items
The Week Ahead: Lots for the Rain to Shine On!
Tuesday, June 1 National Honor Society Induction and Awards Ceremony at Orcas Island High School Commons, 9:30 a.m. Toastmasters meets at 6 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center to improve public speaking skills. All Welcome. Children's House Culinary Event at the Maple Rock Farm.Be prepared to pick fresh ingredients from
Local Author Says “You Too Can Do Something Great”
Local Artist and writer, Susan Carnes, to give presentation on June 16 Contributed by Nita Couchman, Children's Librarian "If wishes were horses, children would ride! I read every horse book in the library,” recalls Susan Carnes, local artist and writer, “and when I was 9 years old, I
Volunteer Nicole O’Neill to Speak on Patos Light
The Grange will be the site of an interesting and informative talk given by Nicole O’Neill, first Docent for the ‘Keepers of the Patos Light’ (KOPL) on Patos Island, at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 3rd. Sponsored by the Orcas Island Historical Society and Museum, O’Neill’s talk will
Community Band Plays American Music June 4
The Orcas Island Community Band turns 20 this year! Band members under the direction of Joe Babcock will play a selection of works by American Composers this Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. A few lucky band members have been with the band since its inception or shortly thereafter.
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services Dinner June 6 to Focus on Food, Friends & Services
By Norm Stamper, DVSAS Board President Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of the San Juan Islands is hosting its annual Orcas Island fundraising dinner at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 6 at The Inn at Ship Bay. Chef Geddes Martin has promised an extraordinary meal, featuring wines
Who’ll be Eastsound’s Next Honorary Mayor?
Meet the Candidates June 5 By Dale Heisinger, President, Board of Directors, Children's House The Eastsound Honorary Mayoral Campaing kicks off on Saturday, June 5, on the Village Green at 11:00 am. Yes, it's hard to believe that Mayor Dakota's term will end July 3rd, with the announcement
Land Bank Hosts Another Guided Walk at Judd Cove
The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to a Guided Interpretive Walk at the Judd Cove Preserve. Join Ruthie Dougherty on Sunday, May 30 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Judd Cove parking area. Local historian Boyd Pratt will join Ruthie on the walk to explore the
