Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Combined Forces Search for Colton Harris Moore
Contributed by Sheriff Bill Cumming The extensive, intense search for Colton Harris Moore on Orcas Island has now been scaled back to an ongoing investigation. All available search indicators have been pursued through the efforts of a multi-agency team of county, mainland and federal personnel and assets. Aggressive efforts to
"Rock on the Rock Choir" Debuts (Again) at the Lower Tavern on March 23
Contributed by Anji Ringzin Don't miss "The Rock on the Rock Choir" performance on Tuesday, March 23rd at 8 p.m. at the Lower Tavern open mic. This will be the choir's "second debut." Rock on the Rock Choir is directed by Grace McCune through the Orcas Center with the help
New Registration Procedure for April Swim Classes
Orcas Rec will host the next swimming session April 12th to May 6th. Priority will go to participants in the previous session, so limited spots will be available. Orcas Rec is no longer using the lottery system for swimming sign ups. The first chance to register will be in-person on
Guest Opinion: The Orcas Island Library Looks Ahead
By Phil Heikkinen, Director, Orcas Island Public Library On Friday, March 19, nine community members will start a planning process to help see us through the next three to five years. The Library Board and staff see our long-range plan as a key in annual budgeting, as well as a
"Which Face Will I Show Today?" Mask Show at Orcas Center
The show “About Face” will feature David Densmore’s mask works in the Orcas Center lobby during the month of April. All collectors and makers of masks are invited to share their treasures. Work from private collections and from the studios of Orcas Island artists will be featured in
County Islanders Support United Way Campaign
Updated March 17 at 5 p.m. Contributed by Joy Goldberg, United Way of San Juan County Director United Way of San Juan County is pleased to announce that more than $152,60 was raised during their 2009 campaign. As a result of the generous support of Islanders, thirty-one local programs providing
"Granny Lou" Spencer Celebrates 100 Years
Contributed by Sharon Cary, Granddaughter-in-Law Granny Lou turns 100 years old! Louise Spencer was born March 23rd, 1910 in Palisade, Colorado. She married Richard Spencer in 1935. Louise was a commercial artist. They have two children, Beverly and Craig. Richard did mining consulting and they lived at times
Town Hall Covers Budget, Dump and Critical Areas $80K Study
Orcas County Council members Richard Fralick and Gene Knapp held the first Town Hall meeting of 2010 last Thursday, March 11. Accompanying them were County Auditor Milene Henley and County Administrator Pete Rose, to give a complete view of the challenges facing the Council this year, and their priorities.. Henley
Granny's Attic Coming to the Senior Center April 24
Pretty soon it will be time to rummage through Granny's Attic again. The event is on the Fourth Saturday of April which this year is on April 24th. The first drop off day for items is this Wednesdy, March 17, from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. The Granny's Attic Committee will
Doe Bay Seeks Non-Profits to Support with Pizza Night
Contributed by Jami Mitchell Each month Doe Bay chooses a local non-profit to receive one dollar from every pizza sold at our ongoing Thursday Night Pizza Night and Open Mic. We are looking for organizations that we feel are doing important work in our local community. The Pizza Night Local
Don’t Miss the Excitement at the 9th Annual Funhouse Science Fair!
From the Funhouse The 9th Annual Funhouse Science Fair will be held Saturday, March 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Funhouse on Orcas Island. This is an event not to be missed -- full of exciting and unusual projects and demonstrations, with entries extending beyond Orcas to
Letter to the Editor: Important to Complete Census
Once every ten years, we’re asked to take less than five minutes to complete a simple questionnaire known as the Census. Very few civic responsibilities we’re tasked with can return so much for such a limited investment of time and effort. The results of the Census determine not only the
Letter to the Editor: PTSA's Math/Science Night Celebrates Learning
The PTSA wants to thank all those who helped make our recent Family Fun Math/Science Night a reality—thanks to our dedicated teachers and talented students, as well as the many involved community members who all came together to celebrate the fun of learning about math and science. The kids (and
Much Ado About the Island: The Week Ahead
Monday, March 15 Artsmith weekly Salon Series at Doe Bay Café featuring guest writers from around the country. The Café features special tapas/small plates and wine specials on the Monday evenings throughout the spring. This week features the talents of poets Kevin Goodan and Rene Keep. Following the featured writers,
Guest Opinion: Insight to Making Our Children Civil
By Rivkah Sweedler The story of Colton Harris-Moore is a cautionary tale of what happens when a society does not provide in a positive way for its children, as when a society spends more on prisons than on schools, more on war than on health care. We as a society
Orcas Cappella Prepares for SongShare 2010 and Major Changes
Orcas A Cappella , directed by Dennis Bonner, is preparing for one of its signature "SongShare" concerts, while at the same time anticipating Bonner’s and his wife Candy Ver Brugghen’s move to Oregon this summer. SongShare 2010 will take place with performances Friday, March 19 at Grace Episcopal
