The dental van is coming back to Orcas for two more visits: Sept. 25 to 26 and Nov. 13 to 14. The Nov. 14 clinic will be an oral surgery clinic. Applications are available at www.oicf.us, at the public library and Orcas Family Connections. Please drop off applications in the green box marked “Dental Van” outside the library by Sept. 10. Previous applicants need to re-apply. Denture clinic applicants are encouraged to apply. Questions can be emailed to orcasdentalvan@gmail.com.

This program is made possible thanks to Dr. Ivans, Dr. Bailey, Dr. Rodgers and Dr. Brar and their staff who generously donate their services.  Additional support is provided by the Community Church, the Orcas Island Community Foundation, the Lions, Kiwanis and a team of volunteers and donors.   Rosario, Bayside Cottages, the Inn at Ship Bay, Susan and Wally Gudgell, and the Outlook Inn contribute housing for the visiting dentists and Medical Teams International staff.