Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
It's all happening this week July 26 – Aug. 2
Updated Tuesday, July 28 at 9:30 a.m. Sunday July 26 Sundays at the Park – 6 to 8 p.m. This week features Skye and the Frequent Fliers. Monday, July 27 Garden harvest and cooking class at Morning Star Farm. Children and youth ages seven to eighteen will have the opportunity
Thunderstorms — "unusually prolific lightning producers" add to fire danger
“One of the most critical fire weather setups in years for Western Washington” was the message issued from the National Weather Service in Seattle Wash. on Saturday, July 25. “A red flag warning is issued when dry lightning or the combination of strong winds and low humidities are imminent or
"Love Letters" is charming and delightful
A Review by Lin McNulty "Love Letters," the latest offering from The Actors Theater of Orcas Island at The Grange, is a Pulitzer-nominated play by A.R. Gurney, and it is the perfect antidote to the activity, heat, and bustle we may be experiencing during this Orcas Island summer. When I
Formation of "Orcas Rec" park and recreation district to be on Nov. ballot
By Kevin O'Brien After overwhelming support by the people of Orcas Island, the "Orcas Rec" Initiative has gained sufficient signatures needed to make the November ballot. This was confirmed by the San Juan County Auditor, who approved 590 signatures today, Firiday, July 24. Orcas Islanders representing the current Orcas Rec
"Tapping into Health" complementary workshop Aug. 2
Nancy Southern, MSW, will offer a complementary workshop at the Orcas Island Library presenting a tapping technique called EFT. Southern has extensive training in this technique, which she says brings “relief from bouts of fatigue, tension or pain. “The help you seek is literally at your fingertips,” says Southern who
School District pursues grant for energy collection and HVAC replacement
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline is pursuing adding “Green Energy” components to the school building, and thereby to the school‘s education program. With the research of Kline's Executive Assistant Cathy Ferran, a grant has been identified to construct wind turbines “to collect energy coming through the ‘wind tunnel
Bad checks leave merchants out in the cold
Sgt. Steve Vierthaler of the San Juan County Sheriff's Department issued this warning through the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce today: Over the past couple weeks we have had a large increase in ID thefts. Specifically persons are finding someone has used their bank account numbers to make phony checks
CPR and First Aid for Kids, Teens, and Adults
Youth going into the 5th grade and older will be able to attend a CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and First Aid class on July 28 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Teenagers are encouraged to participate, and adults are also welcome. The First Aid class includes adult
County considers 2nd phase cuts at special meeting July 27
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Council will hold a special budget workshop beginning at 1p.m. Monday, July 27 in the Council Hearing Room of the Legislative Building at 55 Second Street in Friday Harbor. The Council will discuss the second phase of cuts to
Community Foundation supports the Orcas Island School District in second year of Education Initiative
From the Orcas Island Community Foundation Updated July 24 at 3 p.m. The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) has authorized a grant of $10,000 from its Board discretionary fund to the Orcas Island School District (OISD). These funds will be pooled with pledges and contributions to the Education Initiative to
Just another weekend in paradise
Friday, July 24 Show Opening “From Their Hands” 4-7 pm at "The Cabin” Crow Valley Pottery An amazing collection of pots from around the region. Showcasing the new work of dozens of our favorite potters! We will feature the sculpture of Ruthie Newman and demonstrations by Robin Rodenberger. Call 376-4260.
Summer Tango Soirée at Rose’s Café
A Tango Soirée will be the highlight of a series of tango dance classes conducted by Sara Thomsen next weekend. An evening of tapas and dancing at Rose’s Café Friday, July 31 will feature dancing by Thomsen and company – a group of tango dancers from the Seattle area
British Soccer Camp comes to Orcas Island
British Soccer camp,the largest provider of summer soccer camps in the country, is coming to Orcas Island, August 3-7 at Buck Park, offering programs for ages 4-15. All ability levels are welcome. Individual foot-skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, and daily tournament play will be included in this Orcas
Council considers more cuts and levy increase
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager In a special meeting on July 22, members of the San Juan County Council heard the County Administrator and the County Auditor lay out the dimensions of the problem that lies ahead in completing the cuts required to balance the remainder of
KindlingsFest begins C.S. Lewis course
In opening KindlingsFest 2009 today, Orcas Island Community Church Pastor Dick Staub announced the C.S. Lewis-centered conference will gather together "thoughtful creatives for whom God is of central importance." Dr. Jerry Root returns from last year as the guest lecturer, and his theme for the 10 a.m. lectures
School District to advertise for architect for building bond
Post updated 4:25 a.m. July 23 The Orcas Island School District board has authorized District Superintendent Barbara Kline to advertise for an architect for the design of the District's building renovation. The scope of the project will include: a new middle school, school library, cafeteria, Career and Technical Education (CTE)
