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Kings and queens of the potluck, we gather when we can in the home of one of our island family members to break bread, drink, laugh, talk, and otherwise share the bounty of this island life.

Join us at any of these events. The rules are simple: bring a dish to share, something to drink for you and whoever you bring along, and plan on an entertaining evening meeting kindred souls.

From time to time we get visitors from other islands. If you are a Lopezian or San Juanderer reading this, don't let us Orcasions put you off! Join us for an evening of fine dining.

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February Potluck - Sunday, February 28, 2010

Whatever Tickles Your Fancy
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Chris Downing & River Malcolm Hosting
11 Discovery Way (Orcas Highlands)
376 4548 or 376 5349

This month’s Potluck will vary the usual format a bit to allow our members who work Saturdays a chance to join us.  Our plan is to make this change several times during the year.  Other than the day and time change, the potluck format will remain the same.

River and Chris plan to provide a “substantial” brunch dish.  Everyone should plan on bringing a hors d'oeuvre, an entrée, a side or as River writes, “whatever tickles your fancy.”  And, of course, bring your favorite beverage.  The hosts, as usual, will provide all table accoutrement.

From Eastsound, follow Olga Road to Lindsay Way (at the top of Flaherty's Hill, at the long row of mailboxes is the entrance to Orcas Highlands, left turn only). Turning left on Lindsay, proceed uphill about 1/4 mile to the red yield sign. (At this point, Lindsay veers left and Discovery begins to the right).  Their driveway, 11 Discovery Way, is the first driveway on the left (if you go straight from the red yield sign you are essentially at the driveway). Parking is available at the top of the driveway (where the house is--don't try to get into the garage-guesthouse-office at base of driveway as it will be locked and deserted), in front of the garage, or at the base of the driveway (There is also parking on Lindsay Way).

  Cell phone service is spotty on Orcas Island, so don't leave home without directions.
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OoO 2010 Potluck Schedule

February:        Sunday, 28th @  11:00 AM    Chris Downing & River Malcolm
March:            Saturday, 20th
@ 6:00 PM    Mark Ditto
April:               Saturday, 24th
@ 6:00 PM    Mia Kartiganer & Rachel Newcombe
May:                Saturday, 22nd
@ 6:00 PM    Wesley Heinmiller & Alan Stameisen
June:                Saturday, 26th
@ 6:00 PM    Jim Sankey and Ken Conant
July:                 Sunday, 25th @  11:00 AM         Picnic at the Park (Hosts needed)
August:            Saturday, 21st @ 6:00 PM     Joe Howell & Steven Ray
September:     Saturday, 18th
@ 6:00 PM    Doug Elwood and David Dotlich
October:          Saturday, 16th @ 6:00 PM    Theresa Haynie and Kathy Wehle
November:      No Potluck Scheduled this Month
December:      Saturday, 11th  6:00 PM     Bea vonTobel & Cindy Elliott

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 For our typical potluck:
 Everyone should plan on bringing either an hors d'oeuvre, an entrée, a side or a dessert.  Bring your favorite beverage.  The hosts generally will provide all table settings.

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Hey there visitors:
If you are up visiting the islands, please don't hesitate to call.
We often pull together impromptu gatherings.
 Leave a message on 376.5313.
Need an excuse to host a party? Take a look at your calendar.
If you are available to host a weekend gathering sometime, please send us a note or let Richard know.
Updated February 2010
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