Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Editorial: Safety and protection demand changes in island lifestyle
If we lived in a world where all obligations were met and mistakes and wrong-doing were adequately atoned for: Kids wouldn’t dash across the street Drivers wouldn’t speed People wouldn’t trespass Property owners, including businesses and residences, would secure their belongings Adults would take care of children Cops and sheriff deputies
Fisher promotes "People Power" to Reopen Madrona Point
Updated on Sept. 23, 2009 Peter Fisher, who has served on his share of public advisory and policy committees, has had it with the two agencies responsible for upholding the Madrona Point agreement of 1990 that saved the historic point into East Sound from development. He calls
Apply for Basic Food Assistance at Library Sept. 23
Tessa Downey, Lopez Family Resource Center staff, will be coming to Orcas to meet with individuals needing assistance filling out the Washington Basic Food Program application, processing them into DSHS. Downey will be at the Orcas Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 23. The Basic Food Program
Letter to the Editor: School Directory a Valuable Business Resource
One of the most highly used information directories on Orcas is the Public School Directory. Space is now being filled for the advertising spots in the new 2009-2010 Directory and you should be in it! More than 1000 copies will be printed and distributed to every student’s family in the
Orcas Relay for Life Seeks Leaders and Planners
Looking ahead to its third year, The Orcas Island Relay For Life is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic individuals to help plan the 2010 Relay For Life on July 16-17. Many leadership opportunities are open. Contact Dyan Holmes 360.317.6992 or Danielle Anderson 425.322.1103 for more information. Leadership opportunities are also now open
Three Classes in Spanish-English Language Learning
Skagit Valley College on Orcas Island, the Public Library, and Orcas Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services (DV/SAS) all plan classes this fall to assist islanders in learning to speak each others' languages -- specifically, Spanish and English. The Orcas Public Library will hold English as a Second Language (ESL) classes on
Tax Workshop for Non-Profits on Sept. 25
The Orcas Island Community Foundation and the Funhouse are cosponsoring a workshop on the new 990 tax form with Jane Searing, CPA, of Clark Nuber. Ms. Searing specializes in issues of public disclosure, income and excise tax planning for exempt organizations and was listed in the April/May 2008 issue ofCPA
Morning bus rides will set year's funding next week
Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA) President Barb Skotte sent out a reminder last week that Washington State bases its transportation reimbursement rate for school districts entirely on the number of students who ride the bus during the five mornings next week, from Sept. 21 to 25. School districts are not
Weekend of Writing, Music and Community Forum
Orcas Island Writers Festival continues with events through the weekend . Registration at the Outlook Inn in Eastsound, call 317-4383 or go to www.orcasislandwritersfestival.com Friday, Sept. 18 County Planning Commission meeting at the Orcas Grange, beginning at 10 a.m. to for public hearing and deliberations on the Hay Open Open
Guest Opinion: Judd Cove Preserve to Open
Mary Blackstone, Land Bank Commissioner from Orcas Island When you approach Eastsound village from the south on Orcas Road, look to your right for a glimpse of Judd Cove, one of Orcas Island’s loveliest views. The San Juan County Land Bank has owned property along the cove for several years,
Tea with "Colored" Writer: Opening Events of Festival and "Big Read" Today
Orcas Island Writers Festival begins. Registration at the Outlook Inn in Eastsound, to run through Sunday, Sept. 20. www.orcasislandwritersfestival.com The second Orcas Island Writers Festival begins today with several community events -- an all-day picture book-writing event for $65 with Deb Lund, and a free reading to children in the
Peter Fisher to Speak at Library Friends Annual Meeting Tonight
The Friends of the Orcas Island Library will be holding their annual meeting on Thursday, September 17 at the public library. The meeting will be preceded by a Library Open House beginning at 6:30 p.m., including refreshments. Peter Fisher, well-known photographer in the community, will be the guest
Great Expectations: Getting Up Every Morning
By Emily Reid When I came to Orcas Island, I was pretty young, with three little children and a husband who was very demanding -- an original do-it-yourselfer. I thought, "Good! Fresh air, sunshine, and a safe place for the children -- and I won't have to iron tablecloths." The
Orcas Island Community Foundation Report: "Now More Than Ever"
The Discovery Room at Rosario Resort was packed on Sept. 15 with community philanthropists who give of their time, talent and treasure to the Orcas community. They were in attendance at the Orcas Island Community Foundation’s annual report, “Collaboration in Community — Now More Than Ever.” Community Foundation President,
Letter to the Editor: Support Christian School Scholarship Fund at Auction Sept. 20
Dear Orcas Community, Please join us on Sunday, September 20th from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Orcas Christian School with a silent auction that benefits our scholarship fund. The event will be held at the Discovery House at Rosario, and will feature appetizers
Bob and Marsha Waunch are Honored as Community Foundation's "Leaders in Philanthropy"
The partnership of Bob Waunch, one of the founders of the Orcas Island Community Foundation, and his wife Marsha, was honored yesterday at the Community Foundation's annual Report to the Community Luncheon. In acceptance of the award, Marsha Waunch proposed a toast to those gathered, saying, "Bob and
