Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Guest Opinion: Motorists Share the Road with Cyclists
By Judy Packard Motorists it is your responsibility to Share the Road with cyclists and other vehicles on the roadway. Tips for motorists: Motorists and bicyclists in Washington have exactly the same rights, rules and responsibilities in sharing the road. Motorists please slow down when passing a bicycle especially a
The Ten Minute Play Festival Lights Up the Grange!
Contributed by Ron Herman The first week-end in May marks the 5th Anniversary of Orcas Island’s local Playwrights’ Festival presented by The Actors Theater of Orcas Island. The festival was created to encourage local island talent to show off their skills and to challenge islanders to develop skills
Geology of Sucia Islands Tour Will Be Part of Sustainable Living Weekend May 1-2
Contributed by Fiona Norris Science Director, San Juan Nature Institute San Juan Nature Institute is offering a field trip to Sucia Island on May 2, 2010 as part of the Sustainable Living Conference on Orcas that weekend. Everyone is welcome, but registration is required for this guided walk lead by
Ehrmantraut Represents Orcas Island in State Geography Bee
Contributed by Brigid Ehrmantraut On Friday, April 9th the 2010 National Geographic Washington State Geography Bee was held at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma . Four students from San Juan County competed. I represented Orcas Island , as a seventh grader and a first-time contestant. Two-year veteran Kasey
Review: The Wanderers Wander to Orcas Again — and Sing Our Hearts Out
Contributed by S. Jaen Black Last night's concert at the Grange -- the Wanderers and Tom Rawson -- proved to be a sweet, sweet night of musical history, charming musicians, and a true hootenanny. It was the first concert I’ve ever been to that the audience sang nearly as much
Rosedanie Cadet and Others to Return to Haiti — Orcas Businesses to Help
The town of Limbe sits about 22 kilometers away from Haiti’s northern shore. Though it was far from the January earthquake that devastated the southern regions, the town has experienced a major shake-up in the wake of the quake. Towns like Limbe, with a population of roughly 50,000 people, have seen their
The Week Ahead: Here Comes “Gypsy!”
Sunday, April 18 Coffee and Conversations about the School Bond 12 p.m. Eastsound – at 70 Seaview Street 12 p.m. Olga – at 7047 Olga Road 4 p.m. Eastsound – at 326 Longwood Lane A Orcas Island School Board member will be present at each gathering. All are welcome. To
Moran State Park Builds New Home for Rare Bats
Contributed by Russel Barsh Friends of Moran State Park have completed the first bat maternity house in the San Juan Islands with technical support from the Lopez-based conservation laboratory Kwiáht. The elevated shed-like structure will provide habitat for a colony of rare Long-Eared Myotis bats that will be
Come Talk with Island Neighbors About the August School Bond Election — 3 Meetings Tomorrow
Note: Updated Friday, April 17 Coffee and conversation about the upcoming Orcas Island School District (OISD) Bond will take place on Sunday, April 18 at three different “neighborhood” locations. These home meetings were suggested by several participants at the OISD Board-sponsored Bond Forum Potluck on March 10. The OISD Board
Poetry Reading to celebrate National Poetry Month
The Orcas Island Library will sponsor a poetry reading for the community featuring Seattle poet/teacher/editor Kathleen Flenniken, on Friday, April 23rd at 7 p.m. at the library. Kathleen Flenniken's poems have appeared in Poetry, The Iowa Review, The Southern Review, Farm Pulp, Prairie Schooner, The Writer’s Almanac, and
Community invited to Participate in Orcas Prevention Town Hall
Contributed by Marta Nielson Orcas Island Prevention Partnership Community Coalition Director In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month in April, communities throughout the nation are conducting town hall meetings to discuss what can be done to prevent and reduce underage drinking. On April 21st, at the Senior Center, beginning at 5:30
Schwartzberg Presents Advanced Fund Raising Class
Contributed by Liz Illg Nonprofits Unlimited Bob Schwartzberg is offering a follow-up class for nonprofit fund raisers entitled "Hands on Fund Raising in The Real World: Next Steps" on Tuesday April 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Skagit Valley College, on San Juan Island. This class is open
Funhouse Plans College Test “Jam Sessions”
The Funhouse is again helping college-bound students prepare for the Standard Achievement Tests (SAT) that are required for admission at most colleges. This month, on four afternoons, Orcas High School teachers will be coaching kids on how to approach the SAT, what to expect, and discussing all the secrets for
Lawsuit Challenges County’s Essential Public Facilities Ordinance
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager On Wednesday, April 14, the Friends of the San Juans petitioned the Western Growth Management Hearings board to invalidate San Juan County’s “Upland Essential Public Facilities” Ordinance, adopted by the County Council on February 9, 2010. San Juan County Prosecutor Randall Gaylord reviewed
Winnie Adams to Step In for Roger Crosby at OPALCO — Annual Meeting on May 1
On Thursday, April 15th, the OPALCO Board of Directors accepted Roger Crosby’s resignation from the board with great appreciation and gratitude for his twenty-two years of service. Winnie Adams was appointed by the Board to finish out Crosby’s term, which expires in 2012. Adams will be at the
Bedell Resigns as Friends of the Library President, Guimond Assumes Duties
At this time, due to the commitments of her elected office as a Fire Commissioner, Barbara Bedell has resigned as President of the Friends of the Orcas Island Library (FOIL ) Board. She will continue to volunteer in the Friends of the Library's various activities. Pierrette Guimond was elected to
