Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
National Endowment for the Humanites show at Orcas Center — Opens Feb. 5
On Friday, Feb.5, Orcas Center opens 2010 with a big new exhibit from the National Endowment for the Humanities, PICTURING AMERICA. tracing the history of America through artistic masterpieces. Our nation is united by our devotion to shared ideals. Great American art brings our story to life and helps insure
Scenic Byway To Be Planned at Workshop
The San Juan Islands Scenic Byway and San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau Announce an invitation to attend a Public Workshop and A Call for Inspiration. The public is invited to attend a community workshop on the development of a corridor management plan (CMP) for the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway.
Guest Opinion: With Regard to an Email You May Have Received
By the Yes, for Schools Committee We want to commend the authors of the document entitled “Comments on the Orcas School Levy and Bond Issue” for beginning their statement with support for the school LEVY, which is on the same ballot as the BOND. Because of massive cuts in
Homeless Count Scheduled for January 28
Reprinted from Jan. 6, 2010 By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager San Juan County Health & Community Services will participate in the state’s annual Point in Time Count of Homeless Persons (PIT) on Thursday, January 28th. Prior to that date it will contact and enlist the cooperation of local
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Announces 2010 Visitor Guide
Contributed by Lance Evans, Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce Members are urged to sign-up now to be included in popular publication The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that its ‘2010 Visitor Guide & Business Directory’ is underway! Chamber members have until February 12 to get their
"Tapping into Mental Clarity" — Workshop on Jan. 30
A free, introductory workshop, "Tapping Into Mental Clarity," on Jan. 30 will explain the Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) behind the practice of "tapping." Local EFT/Energy Management Specialist Nancy Southern will facilitate the workshop which will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30 at the Orcas
Guest Opinion: The True Value in Supporting the Schoool Bond & Levy
Although Washington State’s Constitution defines education as the “paramount duty” of the state, school districts increasingly rely on local funding sources. About 16% of total statewide school funding comes from local taxes, primarily property taxes through maintenance and operations levies. A levy loss, which can make up to
Wow! Orcas Idol Auditions Showcase Phenomenal Local Talent — Get Tickets NOW for Feb. 6
The Orcas Idol Auditions to pick the nine contestants for the Orcas Idol Finale on Feb. 6 was a night of entertainment that left the audience blindsided with delight and the judges confounded with a choice that would have frustrated Solomon. The Judges -- Terry Anderson, Becky Klaus
The Week Ahead: What a Various Sort We Are!
Sunday, January 24 Unitarian Universalist Meeting “A Quaker Service” with Linda Ellsworth , 11 a.m. at West Sound Community Hall. Public is welcome. Monday, January 25 Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Board meeting 5:30 p.m. at the Public Library. Call 376-2273 for information. Artsmith Literary Salon at 7 p.m. hosted
Emmy and Lisa Carter Win Orcas Idol Junior Competition
Identical twins Emmy and Lisa Carter bested a fabulous group of 5th- through 8th-graders to be judged the winners at the Orcas Idol Junior competition this afternoon. Other contestants were Devon Mann and Adia Dolan, singing "Eight Days a Week," Christian Bailey, singing the theme song from "The
Orcas Center's "Sneak Preview" Open to All
Entertainment Awaits You in 2010! This Wednesday, Jan. 27, Orcas Center invites the community to a Sneak Preview of the 2010 Season. The Preview begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Madrona Room with light refreshments served and a hosted bar. A presentation will start at 6 p.m. Plans this year
Editorial: Would You Spend or Invest $20 More a Month?
Updated at 9:30 p.m. Here’s what we’re talking about, on Orcas, regionally, and nationally: A “dismal decade” Real Estate bubble burst Unemployment highs $35,000,000 bond for capital improvements to Orcas Island public schools And perhaps worst of all, a report by the Kaiser Family Foundation that the average kid spends
Homes for Islanders announces the start of construction for 6 homes in Eastsound
Contributed by Justin Roche Executive Director of Homes for Islanders On December 21, Nancy Brown, John Howard, Bonnie Mahony, Rene Sturk, Dan Vierthaler and Antonio Zapeta-Itzep and Bernice Arevalo purchased building sites on Bella Luna Lane and have now begun construction of their own homes. These homes are the latest
Whatever the weather, a memorable weekend
Friday, January 22 Special meeting to discuss a cellular network in San Juan County, in Friday Harbor.12:15 to 1:45 p.m. at Islanders Bank in Friday Harbor. Saturday, January 23 Orcas Schools Open House and Facilities Tour conducted by School Board members, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. continuously. Refreshments and
Guest Opinion: Sufficient Budget Required for School's Future
As a member of the Orcas High School Class of 1984, I was one of the first students to attend class in the current Orcas Middle School buildings. In September of 1980, the buildings were shiny and new. Unfortunately, they were built cheaply and consequently today, due to structural safety
Port Work on North Outfall Repair to Begin Soon
Orcas Port Manager Bea vonTobel announced yesterday, Jan. 20, that the last permit for the north outfall repair has been received. The preconstruction meeting was held later on Wednesday, and construction is due to start as early as Friday or Monday. VonTobel explained that the Port has been waiting for
