Here’s a thought…
“The only Zen you find on the tops of mountains is the Zen you bring up there.”
ROBERT M. PIRSIG
Living with the eagles: Everyone has to eat
A column by S. Jaen Black When I moved here from Atlanta, one of the many points of delight about Orcas Island was that I would be living amongst eagles. My eyes combed the skies eagerly to spot my first one, which took a couple of months, I think. It
Future senior citizens prepare for kindergarten at banquet
Orcas Senior Center was the venue for a multi-generational event, welcoming about two dozen Orcas Island children who will enter kindergarten next year. The children, their parents and grandparents were the guests of honor at a Kindergarten Banquet, on May 28. The event was organized by Erin O'Dell,
Walk the Labyrinth at Emmanuel Church
Contributed by Nancy Ayer Emmanuel Parish in Eastsound invites the public to participate in its Labyrinth on the Lawn on Sunday, June 7, from 9-Noon at the Emmanuel Parish Green in Eastsound. What is a Labyrinth? "A labyrinth is a practice for personal growth, a tool for community
Celebrity Guest Chef Series in June culminates in Farm to Table dinner June 30
A sure sign of summer is the Guest Chef cooking series that benefits Children's House. Throughout the month of June, visiting chefs will be conducting classes at the Red Rabbit Farm in West Sound. The weekly classes begin on June 2, with Cynthia Nims chef and author. Chef Nims is the
The week ahead: start with pancakes, end with "Encores!"
Sunday, May 31 Pancake Breakfast at the American Legion 8 a.m. to noon. 376-4987. Island Classics - second series of works by classical composers, curated by Marilyn Partman , 2 p.m. at OffCenter Stage, Tickets $16, $10 Monday June 1 Orcas Center Dance Demonstration from 9:30 to 1:45 at the
School architects meet with public to discuss needs and wants
After a series of meetings with various school interest groups, architects Carlos Sierra and Dale Lang addressed a scheduled meeting with the public to hear their concerns for the architects' study of the current facilities. The report from Sierra-Martin Architects is to be finalized for the district board meeting in
School volunteers honored at tea
Parent and community volunteers were honored at a special tea on Wednesday, May 27 at the Orcas Island Elementary School.
Hands-on Fundraising in the Real World: Fundraising for Small Non-Profits
Contributed by Hilary Canty Does your organization participate in fundraising? Do your board members and volunteers have the skills they need to be successful in finding the funds needed to support the work of the organization? Or do you and they shrink from direct contact with potential donors? Perhaps you
Martin Lund's One World Music Festival returns to Orcas Center
It's that time of year -- The One World Music Festival, a two-night only musical event taking place at the Orcas Center June 19th and 20th will again feature Martin Lund hosting his fantastic Music Festival! Lund's jazz-based musical variety show is one of Orcas Center's most popular summer music
Coroner and Sheriff Seek Information To Identify Man Found in Water Near Sucia Island
From the San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney's Office On Saturday, May 23, a boater spotted a man floating in the water off Parker Reef located midway between Orcas Island and Sucia Island in San Juan County. The U.S Coast Guard responded and recovered the remains and took him to Friday
Letter to the Editor: Readiness to Learn thanks Community Foundation for grant
Last Friday, the Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) awarded the Readiness to Learn school program $7,500 in a Community Endowment Grant "for the purpose of connecting needy families with social services and providing emergency funds." Readiness to Learn is the name of the program that enlists social services in the
Fun and Fundraisers planned for the weekend
Friday, May 29 Second annual Funhouse BBQ Fundraiser 3 p.m. at Doe Bay Resort. Doe Bay Resort is hosting a 4-star BBQ with all proceeds benefiting The Funhouse. with Mexican grill, music, and socializing! Incredible Fish Tacos with black bean, jicama and quinoa salad for the adults, quesadillas for the kids
Orcas A Cappella reprises favorites in "Encores!"
Orcas a Cappella will be returning to Orcas Center’s CenterStage to present “Encores!” on Sunday, June 7 at 3 pm. Concerts will also be performed at the Shaw Community Center, Sunday, May 31 at 2 pm; and at the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts on
Funhouse holds "think tank" for new exhibits
The Funhouse is issuing an invitation to all artists, educators, builders, engineers and community members. "We are looking for new ideas, new exhibits and interesting concepts to spice up the museum at The Funhouse," says staffer Whitney Hartzell. An "exhibit think tank" session, will be held June 2nd at 1
OPAL Land Trust's 20th Birthday Celebration tomorrow afternoon, May 29
Contributed by Judy Whiting For 20 years “Of People and the Land” (OPAL) Community Land Trust has been working to make homes affordable for all Orcas Islanders, even as real estate prices have risen steadily and construction costs have likewise soared. Since its incorporation in May 1989, OPAL Community
Two important school board meetings today
There will be an opportunity for the community to discuss the proposed school bond today, from 3:30-5:00 pm in the school library. Also present will be Carlos Sierra and Dale Lang of Sierra/Martin Architects. The bond meeting will be followed by this month's regularly scheduled school board meeting, which will
