Art quilts by Ann Peterson at Artworks

The Orcas Island Artworks features pictorial quilts by Ann Peterson through February and March.  - contributed photo
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The Orcas Island Artworks features pictorial quilts by Ann Peterson through February and March.
“I hope to stimulate memories of a certain time or place on the island," Peterson said. "I am striving to bring the viewer into a closer look at the natural world and the beauty of not only the larger scene but also the small and intimate. The addition of thread and stitching invites the viewer to take a closer look.”

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updated 5:28 PM February 10, 2012 0

2-12-12 J Pod In the Daylight!

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Blogs 9:18 PM February 12, 2012 Whale of a Porpoise, a Community Blog

Finding Spring in Brussels Sprouts and Leeks

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Blogs 5:02 PM February 12, 2012 Lopez Island Kitchen Gardens, a Community Blog

Esmeraldas Homemade Chocolate Pudding

Valentine's Day is just a few days away and all I can think about is chocolate! Nothing satisfies and comforts me more that a rich creamy simple pudding. I love the simplicity of this recipe because you just need a few ingredients. The most important ingredient is the chocolate ... Republica Del Cacao directly supports farmers to sustainably produce exquisite...

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Blogs 7:48 AM February 12, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Seed Exchanges

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Blogs 4:37 PM February 10, 2012 Lopez Island Kitchen Gardens, a Community Blog

Chocolate Hazelnut Layered Mousse – Gluten Free, Non-Dairy, Vegan

Looking for the perfect dessert to make for a special someone this Valentine's Day?Yes, Cupid ... even Gluten Free, Non-Dairy and Vegans can enjoy this creamy, crunchy and chocolaty dessert!This is so easy but it looks like you spent hours in the kitchen and is another great excuse to make something in my favorite Weck Jars!But how do...

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Blogs 6:55 PM February 9, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

2-9-12 J Pod Heard About Open Mic Night!

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Blogs 3:00 PM February 9, 2012 Whale of a Porpoise, a Community Blog

2/6-8/12 The Whales Hold Open Mic Night

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Blogs 3:40 PM February 8, 2012 Whale of a Porpoise, a Community Blog

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Blogs 3:55 PM February 7, 2012 Land and Sea, a Community Blog

‘Smuggling wildlife’ lecture

In a unique blend of natural history and crime drama, author and Seattle Times environmental reporter Craig Welch will share a riveting tale of rogues, scoundrels, and the poaching of nature’s bounty right here in Puget Sound. The talk is based on his award-winning book, “Shell Games: A true story of cops, con men, and the smuggling of America’s strangest wildlife.”

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Love stories: Ed and Keri

Keri surprised Ed at their wedding with a speech in Tagalog, the language spoke in the Philippines. She says it sums up their relationship: “Kahit na ano dumating, mabuti o masama, ay haharapin natin dalawa: Whatever lies ahead, good or bad, we will face together.”

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Lifestyle Blogroll

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    Alexander spins tales of local quilters, quilt-making and quilt-backed fundraising efforts on her home island, Lopez. She says the Enchanted Quilters of Lopez Island was formed in 1984 to raise funds for the Lopez Senior Center, and the group has conjured up almost one raffle quilt per year since.
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    Writer Iris Graville lives on Lopez Island. She blogs about life and faith, Quakerism, war, sacred spaces and more, also finding time to write about projects like building her own wooden kayak. Graville is also the author of Hands at Work, inspired by a showing of Summer Moon Scriver’s black-and-white photographs of hands.
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    This group's aim is "supporting and advocating for clean, fair, healthy food and sustainable agriculture, with an emphasis on directly supporting our local farmers and producers." The blog is packed with information on community slow food events, food safety and ways to get involved, as well as links to relevant movies, websites, internships and job opportunities.
  • Lopez Island Kitchen Gardens
    A regular blog about kitchen gardens, where people who love to garden and to cook grow vegetables, fruit and herbs for their kitchens.
  • Orcas Island Camera Club
    The Orcas Island Camera Club blog publishes announcements of upcoming photography events and contests.
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