Here’s a thought…
“Bullets cannot be recalled. They cannot be uninvented. But they can be taken out of the gun.”
MARTIN AMIS
Beyond the Genre Box at the Writers Roundtable
Contributed by JoEllen Moldoff "Crossing Genres: Broadening the Range of Personal Style" will be the subject of the May 8 Writers Roundtable at the Orcas Island Library. The only limits we have in writing are the limits we put on ourselves. Do you write poetry, essays, fiction, memoir, plays, keep a
Catherine Pederson and the Orcas Choral Society: A Retrospective of Song and Friendship
If you ask Catherine Pederson what she is proudest of in her 33-years as Founding Director/Artistic Director of the Orcas Choral Society, her answer may be a surprise. For she has steadfastly, modestly – but proudly – led the community choir through performances of world chorale classics, beginning
Ferries Peak Season — and Fares — Begin May 1
Washington State Department of Transportation Ferries Division Assistant Secretary David Mosely announced on April 30: The peak season begins Saturday, May 1 at WSF with an additional 25 percent surcharge applied to full fare vehicle/driver tickets. The peak season surcharge does not affect passenger fares or frequent user multi-ride fares,
May is Arts Education Month!
By Barbara Courtney, Executive Director, Orcas Center Governor Christine Gregoire, the San Juan County Council, and the Boards of Orcas Center, the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, the Orcas Island Education Foundation, Orcas Open Arts and the Orcas Island Public School District and its Parent-Teacher-Student Association have all
Homes for Islanders to Show New Orcas Homes
Organization helps islanders build their own homes County non-profit organization Homes for Islanders and the USDA Rural Development invites the public to tour the Woodland Estates off Rosario Road and Firehouse Lane on Wednesday, May 5 at 3:30. The Woodland Estates Development is located just off the Orcas to Olga
Hollie Sare: Sept. 8, 1987 – April 16, 2010
Contributed by the Sare family Our precious daughter, Hollie Ann Sare of Eastsound WA., died on April 16th, 2010 at the age of 22. Hollie was born September 8, 1987 in Stockton California and relocated to Sheridan Wyoming at the age of 3, where she lived for 10
Theater in a Jiffy: A Review of the 2010 PlayFest
By S. Jaen Black The Ten Minute Play Fest, now in its fourth year, opened at the Grange Thursday night for a weekend run with seven polished plays – script, direction and performance all completely developed and handily delivered. No seat-squirming or watch-glancing as the audience sat enthralled
Ethnobotany & Edibles Workshop — Try Fir Tip Tea!
By Fiona Norris, Science Director, San Juan Preservation Trust On Saturday May 8, San Juan Preservation Trust and San Juan Nature Institute are combining forces to offer a public workshop on Ethnobotany and Edibles on San Juan Preservation Trust property on San Juan Island. The course is timed so members
A Weekend that Will Keep You Dancing — Sustainably!
(Click on red bolded text for more information) Friday, April 30 [intlink id="8482" type="post"]The Creatures of Indian Island[/intlink] – Simply show up at Eastsound Waterfront Park around 11:30 a.m. on Friday or Saturday. Join in Field Studies with local scientists and community volunteers at Eastsound Waterfront Park as they conduct
New Species of Orcas Reported
The Christian Science Monitor reported today that research by Charles Q. Choi, indicates that: Killer whales may not be just one species but rather four or more, with each hunting different prey, living in their own kinds of groups, prowling their own unique ranges and speaking in distinct ways, according
Junior Rowers Pull All-Nighter to Raise Funds
By Martin Taylor The junior Orcas Island Rowing Club is camping out for their annual "24 Hour Row" outside the Orcas Island Market starting at 3:30 p.m. on Friday and running till 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. They will be taking 30 minute turns rowing an erg (rowing machine)
Lonesome Shack & Gallus Brothers at Doe Bay
A Lonesome Shack show is fun because it's bound to turn into a dance party. Lonesome Shack with special guest the Gallus Brothers are coming to the Doe Bay Cafe this Friday April 30th at 7:30 p.m. Lonesome Shack is working on their new album which will be
Music Lovers’ Seminar Previews 2010 Chamber Music Festival on May 22
By the Chamber Music Festival Office The best way to discover what awaits concert-goers this summer is to attend the Music Lovers’ Seminar Saturday. Popular musician, conductor and lecturer George Shangrow will provide an entertaining and informative overview of OICMF’s 13th Season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
2010 Completion of Critical Areas Ordinance Unlikely — Local “Best Available Science” at Issue
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Director Members of the San Juan County Council on Tuesday, April 27, agreed that it was unrealistic to try to complete work on updates to the County’s Critical Areas Ordinance this year. However, they supported having work by science and wetlands consultant Paul Adamus
Dance Party this Friday — Bring Your Favorite Music CDs and Get Free Lessons
The Orcas Dance Club is sponsoring a dance this Friday, April 30, at the Odd Fellows Hall from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. It will be a CD party and guests are invited to bring a favorite or two. Private free dance lessons are available -- just ask anyone whose steps
Council Adopts Amendments to Comprehensive Plan — Country Corner LAMIRD set
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Council adopted 8 proposed changes to the County’s Comprehensive Plan at its meeting Tuesday, April 28. After the final vote on the final amendment was completed, County Administrator Pete Rose urged the Council to take a moment to “reflect and
