Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
And the Student Chef Competitors will be…
Updated on March 31 at 3:30 p.m. Come cheer for our kids and share the fun of watching them experience the joy of cooking on Saturday, April 17 at the school Home Ec Room behind the cafeteria! What was originally thought to be a two-day event has been worked into
May Day Party to Benefit the Orcas Montessori School
Contributed by Teresa Chocano, Administrator, Orcas Montessori School The evening of May 1st, Orcas Islanders will celebrate the coming of summer at Inn at Ship Bay. Orcas Montessori School is hosting its annual auction and party, complete with live music, great food, and fine wine. The party starts at 6pm
Guest Opinion: Community Foundation Seeks Partners in Philanthropy
Contributed by Hilary Canty, Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation The Orcas Island Community Foundation 2010 Grants cycle is in full swing. Come join the fun! Partners in Philanthropy are individuals, organizations and businesses who collaborate with OICF in granting funds to the Orcas community. OICF funds grants through investment
McGuire’s Nautilus Awards: “Changing the World, One Book at a Time”
As winter hibernation slowly yields through the rainy days of spring into the warmth of summer, many Orcas Islanders are enjoying their favorite indoor sport -- curled up with good books. Over two dozen islanders are a part of the national Nautilus Awards process, shepherded by island publisher
Shirley Cole Holmes Guilford:1922 – 2010 Memorial Service Tomorrow
Contributed by Dyan Holmes Shirley Lorraine Cole Holmes Guilford went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, March 24, 2010. She was 87. Shirley will be remembered for her sunny disposition, wonderful attitude and loving nature. She was born July 13, 1922 to Darrel and Hazel (Harden) Cole in
Lopez Field Workshop on Lichens Coming Apr. 17
Contributed by Fiona Norris, Science Director, San Juan Nature Institute San Juan Nature Institute has invited Dr. Fred Rhoades to present a field workshop on lichens on Saturday April 17, 2010 on Lopez Island. The workshop, "Lichens of Lopez" will begin at 10:30 a.m. with an introduction to lichens in
Senator Ranker Explains Health Care Reform Legislation
Contributed by State Senator Kevin Ranker On March 21st Congress and President Obama accomplished substantive healthcare reform. The bills have enormous implications for our state as demand for health and long term care services continues to increase. In sum, the legislation will help preserve the state’s insurance safety net,
Guest Opinion: A Look at Our School Lunches
By Madie Murray, Farm to Cafeteria Committee Geddes Martin, chef at the Inn at Ship Bay Restaurant, knows how to make more than 300 kids, parents and teachers smile: serve them herb roasted chicken, mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy, carrots and plum crisp with fresh whipped cream on Celebrity Chef
Student Musican Showcase Benefits Music Therapists
On Saturday evening, March 27, a group of Orcas High School students joined senior Bobbi Lowry in a performance at the Black Box at Orcas Center. The performance was part of Lowry's senior project and it benefited the American Music Therapy Association. Performing with Lowry were Stephanie Shaw,
Property Rights Group to Host Dinner Meeting April 6
Citizens Alliance for Property Rights (CAPRA) will host a dinner on Tuesday, April 6 on San Juan Island, for a presentation on “Waste Water Treatment Systems.” Dr. Mark Gross, a former professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Arkansas in Fayettevill, will be the featured speaker at the event,
The Week Ahead: From Poetry Workshops to Masks & Easter Egg Hunts
Sunday, March 28 Poetry Workshop at Doe Bay Resort Join Artsmith for a special poetry workshop with Seattle poet Judith Roche, whose third book Wisdom of the Body (2007) won the American Book Award. Roche be offering a 3-hour workshop which is open to all experience levels from 1 to
Tennis Sessions Start Again
Contributed by Joe Ciskowski Once again the Orcas Island Tennis Association is happy to announce the beginning of pick- up tennis at Buck Park. It happens, weather permitting, each Wednesday from 4-6 and on Saturday mornings from 9 to noon. These sessions are geared to intermediate level players. If however,
Bob Myhr To Seek Re-Election to County Council
Bob Myhr will seek re-election to the San Juan County Council representing District 6 – Shaw, Lopez, Blakely, Decatur, and Center Islands. Myhr was first elected County Commissioner in 2005. Re-elected in 2006, he served as the first chair of the new six-member County Council. "I hope I
Orcas High Girls Sweep the Funhouse Scholarships
Kahana Pietsch wins "Rocket Ship of Wonder" award Jacqlynn Zier, Orcas Island High School junior, has won the Funhouse's First Prize scholarship in their annual Science Fair. Zier's project, comparing the taste of organic vs. non-organic foods, was conducted with research and 12 samplings. Her hypothesis was that
Self-care, Health & Wellness using Quantum Energy
Contributed by Gretchen Krampf A conversation and presentation featuring new technology from Amega Global Energy will take place on Wednesday, March 31st at two times at Heartwood House at 70 Langell Lane in Eastsound. The Afternoon Gathering will meet from 2 to 4 p.m., and the Evening Gathering will meet
Chamber Music Festival's 'In Music' Residency Wows Islanders
Contributed by Victoria Parker, Executive Director, Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival Violinist Monique Mead’s presence was a burst of spring energy on Orcas Island during the week of March 22-26. The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival (OICMF) Spring 2010 IM: In Music Musician-in-Residence for Orcas Public School, island
