Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Prayers for Haiti and Community Forum this Weekend
Planning Commission Meeting 8:30 a.m. at Legislative Building across from the courthouse in Friday Harbor. Gerard redesignation and Land Use update relating to cell tower regulations scheduled for discussion. Martin Lund and Gene Nery at the Orcas Hotel beginning at 6 p.m.. Call 376-4300. Grand Re-opening of Doe Bay Café
Library Friends Start Annual Membership Drive
The Annual Membership Drive for the Friends of the Library kicks off this month, spearheaded by Marilyn Jackson and Mary Poletti. Letters have been mailed this week asking islanders and members near and far, from Seattle, New York, Oregon, Massachusetts, Texas, California, Missouri, and Arizona, to renew their
At-large Orcas Thief Earns "Ballad" Profile by Orcas Writer
Orcas Islander Bob Friel has written a profile of burglary suspect Colton Harris-Moore, "The Ballad of Colton Harris-Moore" that is published in the January issue of Outside magazine. Harris- Moore, originally from Camano Island, is suspected of break-ins at Island Market and other Orcas Island businesses as well
Sealth Returns to San Juans' Run
Washington State Department of Transportation Ferries Secretary David Moseley announced that repairs and sea trials have been completed on the Sealth and the vessel returned to service on Friday, Jan. 15. The Evergreen State will replace the Hiyu on the inter-island route early this evening. "This service disruption was a
Community Foundation Leads National Day of Service
Updated Jan. 15 The Orcas Island Community Foundation Volunteer Fair will be held Monday Jan. 18 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Public School Cafeteria in celebration of Martin Luther King Day and the National Day of Service. There will be several community projects available to participate
Firm Selected to Manage San Juan Islands Scenic Byway Project — Meeting on Orcas Feb. 3
Members of the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway Partnership have selected Otak, Inc., an award-winning planning, architecture, design and engineering firm, to coordinate and produce the required Corridor Management Plan for the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway — the State’s newest byway.Otak, based in the Pacific Northwest since 1981,
PTSA's Special Meeting Examines Upcoming Bond and Levy Election
The PTSA will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, January 20th at 5:30pm in the School Library to hear a brief presentation about the upcoming School Bond & Levy, and to provide the community with an opportunity to ask questions. Butch Reifert, managing partner of the architecture firm, Mahlum, will
Cellular Network Operations Workshop Jan. 22
A citizen-led educational workshop designed to help community leaders and interested citizens learn more about the construction and operation of a cellular network in the San Juan Islands will be held on Friday, Jan. 22. Wireless carriers will also present their ideas for an improved network. The meeting will take
Meetings Scheduled on Fee to Assist Small Water Systems
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Last year the state cut funding for local programs which provide testing and technical assistance to “Group B” water systems. In San Juan County Group “B” systems, each serving 3 to 15 households, provide drinking water to 11 percent of the County’s population.
New FunHouse Classes for Kids and Adults Start Next Week
Adults as well as kids can have fun in the Funhouse’s new slate of classes, chock-full of art, jazz, computer-internet, and audio recording experiences. There is a reduced charge for Funhouse Members for the classes, and also free music and art classes. A free Art Class that runs
Orcas Island Library to Open on Sundays
Contributed by Rachel Newcombe, Community Relations Chair, Orcas Island Library Board Don’t have any plans this Sunday afternoon? Don’t fret. The Orcas Island Library will be open from noon until 3 p.m., beginning January 17th. This trial run is in response to the many residents who filled out the 2009
1994 Genocide Relief Worker to Speak at Community Forum
How do we come together as a community in stressful times? What is our response to violence – in a variety of forms - from bullying; domestic issues; crime….. to genocide? The Orcas Island Prevention Partnership (OIPPP) coalition, with sponsorship assistance from the Orcas Christian School, bring Carl
Guest Column: Share Orcas — Opportunities to Strengthen Our Community
Contributed by Hilary Canty, Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation Nothing creates a stronger community than the connections created through volunteering. Working together on projects and programs with folks who share your passions is a great experience. As with all forms of philanthropy, your gift of time and energy frequently
"Hominy" Baffles Student Spellers As They Prepare for the National Bee
Orcas Island Elementary and Middle Students are preparing for the 2010 Orcas Island Spelling Bee in hopes of advancing to the National Spelling Bee Competition in Washington D.C. The Orcas Island School District Parent-Teacher-Student-Association (PTSA) is sponsoring Orcas Schools’ entry in the National Scripps Spelling Bee. Parents Tim
Candidates apply for Governor’s Appointment of Superior Court Judge
Several San Juan County attorneys have announced their intention to file for the Superior Court Judgeship left vacant by John Linde’s untimely death last month. Late last month, Governor Christine Gregoire’s office announced the “Judicial Vacancy in San Juan County Superior Court” resulting from the death of Judge Linde. The
Artsmith Salon Starts Jan.18: Booked through May
After a short winter break, the Artsmith Salon Series reconvenes January 18, and every Monday night through May, at 7 p.m. hosted by Doe Bay Resort café. The weekly literary salon hosts featured writers who come to Orcas from all over the United States. More than 36 writers of
