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The Loft Gallery at The Exchange

We always get the occasional really special item at The Exchange. We also often get calls to assist when a...
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New Exchange “Locals Only” Online Store!

Ever since we re-opened the The Exchange in 2017, we have been experimenting with online sales. We started out with...
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Exchange To Remain Closed Through May

Following the lead of Governor Inslee, Orcas Recycling Services (ORS) has decided to keep The Exchange reuse store closed at...
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Remembering Jen Teague

The Exchange recently lost a team member and a great friend, Jen Teague. Jen was hilarious, fun to be around,...
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INSPIRATION

Islanders Keep Great Islands Clean-Up Alive!

The Great Islands Clean-Up (“GICU”) has been a County-wide celebration for the last seven years. Participants band together and scour...
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The Compost Pile Explained

There is a difference between soil creation and a moldering heap. Composting is a process that works to speed up...
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Compost Inspiration

Greetings Composters! April's sunny skies have a lot of us out in the gardens...and hopefully working on composting. In this...
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VERMI-what???

A little hardship grew to big changes in Cuba in 1991. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the people...
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KNOWLEDGE

Recycling is Not Enough–Reuse!

If you're looking for ways to keep education flowing through your household during the stay-at-home orders, check out this video...
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Orcas Residents Supporting Health Care Workers

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is causing shortages of personal-protective equipment (PPE) for health care workers and hospice caregivers on Orcas...
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What’s Wrong with this Photo?

A photo taken earlier this month at the recycling wall area raises this question: A. Is it mixed, co-mingled recycling...
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Docents Make a Difference

Stay tuned for a re-launch of our docent training program! Last summer ORS began a separation of cardboard pilot program....
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A preview of one of the items in the Loft Gallery

A preview of one of the items in the Loft Gallery at The Exchange. Stay tuned for the re-opening plan!
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The formal Great Islands Clean Up was canceled thi

The formal Great Islands Clean Up was canceled this year, but some islanders still made the magic happen...and we're so grateful to you all!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/islanders-keep-great-islands-clean-up-alive/
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Hope everyone is having a great MDW at home or saf

Hope everyone is having a great MDW at home or safely social distancing!
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It’s Thursday... and you know what that means...

It’s Thursday... and you know what that means...#tbt ! What’s your favorite part of this old Exchange photo?
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This place misses you as much as you miss it. . .

This place misses you as much as you miss it.
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We can’t wait to share The Exchange Loft Gallery

We can’t wait to share The Exchange Loft Gallery with you when we reopen!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/the-loft-gallery-at-the-exchange/
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Throwin it back on #tbt . Who’s loving these old

Throwin it back on #tbt . Who’s loving these old Exchange photos!?
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Recycling is not enough! WATCH THIS video on Reuse

Recycling is not enough! WATCH THIS video on Reuse!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/recycling-is-not-enough/
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Featured Employee: Genae Kaltenbach has lived on

Featured Employee:
Genae Kaltenbach has lived on the island for a very long time and has worked with us a little over a year. She's a part-time cashier OITS and likes to draw and paint in her free time. She has a husband, John, and a son, Sam. Make sure you tell Genae how much you appreciate her next time you see her!
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Happy to introduce our new online store for LOCALS

Happy to introduce our new online store for LOCALS ONLY! Head over to the link in our bio to check it out!
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“At Rainbow Chicken Ranch, we girls are the quee

“At Rainbow Chicken Ranch, we girls are the queens of making compost! We produce the "secret ingredient.” This month’s Compost Corner is live. Tap the link in our bio to read.
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You all are obviously loving these throwback pics.

You all are obviously loving these throwback pics...so we’ll keep them coming!
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In the mood for a little throwback? . . . #orcasis

In the mood for a little throwback?
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We’ve come a long way, baby. . . . #orcasisland

We’ve come a long way, baby.
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Nothing like a robot (made from materials from The

Nothing like a robot (made from materials from The Exchange) to brighten your day...
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Just in case you’re missing this view... . . .

Just in case you’re missing this view...
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Just because we can’t all get together for the S

Just because we can’t all get together for the Spring GICU this weekend doesn’t mean you can’t do it on your own! Grab a bag, take a walk (by yourself or with those you’ve been social distancing with) and help keep our roads and beaches clean. You can drop any road and beach trash you’ve picked up at the Transfer station for free (will require you to fill out a short form).
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This month in the compost corner, and in honor of

This month in the compost corner, and in honor of everything being online right now, we’ve shared some great videos! Give us your thoughts and tell us if you’ve started any composting projects during the quarantine.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/compost-inspiration/
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This Burberry Poncho Cape is available this month

This Burberry Poncho Cape is available this month on The Exchange Online Store. Shipping is the only delivery option until further notice. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/online-sales/
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Remembering Jen Teague… http://www.exchangeorcas

Remembering Jen Teague…
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/remembering-jen-teague/
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Just because we’ve had to postpone the Spring Gr

Just because we’ve had to postpone the Spring Great Islands Clean Up doesn’t mean you can’t do something!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/great-islands-clean-up-becomes-month-long-individual-effort/
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We recently elected Jim “Duff” Duffield as the

We recently elected Jim “Duff” Duffield as the new president of the board of directors! Read all about Duff here:
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/ors-the-exchange-announces-new-board-president/
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Our Featured Employee this month is Cindy Lundquis

Our Featured Employee this month is Cindy Lundquist! Cindy is a cashier in the scale house and has been with us for four years. She is incredibly friendly and amazing with our customers. Cindy is happily married to her husband, Loren, and has a dog, Bailey, who regularly keeps her company in the scale house. Thanks for all you do, Cindy!
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Read how some islanders are responding to help loc

Read how some islanders are responding to help local hospice workers. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/orcas-residents-supporting-health-care-workers/
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Thanks for the recent recognition @zerowastewashin

Thanks for the recent recognition @zerowastewashington ! http://www.exchangeorcas.org/5237-2/
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Free art kits for Orcas kids. Order yours by email

Free art kits for Orcas kids. Order yours by emailing child’s name, age, grade to: aokartfororcaskids@Gmail.com. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/the-exchange-supports-art-for-orcas-kids/
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If you haven’t already heard, all Earth Day-rela

If you haven’t already heard, all Earth Day-related activities are postponed, in addition to the Great Islands Clean Up. Stay tuned for updates. And a reminder that the transfer station remains open (while Exchange is closed).
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Due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19, The Exchange will

Due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19, The Exchange will be closed for drop-offs and shopping beginning tomorrow, Saturday March 14th, and will remain closed for an undetermined length of time. There are no plans to close the garbage and recycling side of operations at the Transfer Station. Hours will remain the same, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday to Monday, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Any further changes to service at the Orcas Transfer Station will be quickly reported via our Website (www.exchangeorcas.org) our e-mail list, (www.exchangeorcas.org/newsletter-signup), and social media outlets.

UPDATE: CANCELED! Sorry everyone! The next Commun

UPDATE: CANCELED! Sorry everyone!

The next Community Compost Task Force meeting will be on Monday, March 16th from 6-7:30 at the @orcaslibrary .
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In the Auction Case this month: a Black and Decker

In the Auction Case this month: a Black and Decker Cordless Chainsaw with 2 batteries! Stop by and place your bid.
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UPDATE: CANCELED! Stay safe all! We’ve got TWO

UPDATE: CANCELED! Stay safe all!

We’ve got TWO Trashion Fashion workshops this month to get you ready for Earth Day celebrations! 3/12 and 3/26 from 5:30-7pm at the @orcascenter Workshop.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/celebrate-earth-day-all-month-long-as-a-volunteer/
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We may be closed today but you can still shop our

We may be closed today but you can still shop our online store! http://www.exchangeorcas.org/online-sales/
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The first Community Compost Task Force meeting was

The first Community Compost Task Force meeting was a success! Next meeting will be Monday, March 16th at 6pm at the Orcas Library. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/first-community-compost-task-force-recap/
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In the Auction Case this month...and surely someth

In the Auction Case this month...and surely something you’ve been looking for. Head over to The Exchange tomorrow and place your bid.
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We’ve got LEGOS in the Auction Case this month!

We’ve got LEGOS in the Auction Case this month! Stop by and place your bid!
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Meet the Staff: Gary Bauder been an islander for l

Meet the Staff: Gary Bauder been an islander for long time, working 6 years for Orcas Recycling Services. He plays the guitar and also writes songs!
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Head to The Exchange Annex on Saturday starting a

Head to The Exchange Annex on Saturday starting at 2pm!
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We want YOU as a docent! Learn how to get involved

We want YOU as a docent! Learn how to get involved. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/callout-for-docents/
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In our Auction Case this month: original art from

In our Auction Case this month: original art from Shawna Franklin! Head to The Exchange today and place your bid.
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We're closed today, but you can still shop! Visit

We're closed today, but you can still shop! Visit our online store and you can pick up these Cabela's shoes + more!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/online-sales/
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NEXT MONDAY (2/17): The first ORS Community Compos

NEXT MONDAY (2/17): The first ORS Community Composting Task Force meeting. 6pm-7:30pm at the Orcas Library. Anyone interested in learning about and working on mid to large scale Community Composting solutions for Orcas is invited to attend. The group will set the future schedule for meetings, field trips to existing sites (on and off island) and for setting up some hands on workshops and two-three projects around the island.
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Cuba and composting. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/

Cuba and composting. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/vermi-what/
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Who loves cast iron!!??🖐🏽This is available i

Who loves cast iron!!??🖐🏽This is available in our Auction Case this month! Come and place your bid during open hours.
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Don’t miss the “All About Pets” Workshop thi

Don’t miss the “All About Pets” Workshop this coming Saturday! Noon-4pm at The Exchange Annex!
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Small Scale Vermiculture for Farm and Garden at Or

Small Scale Vermiculture for Farm and Garden at Orcas Community Participatory Agriculture Farm
Join George Orser of Orcas Farm for a hands-on workshop to learn the ins and outs of building and maintaining a modular, low cost, moveable, worm bin. This workshop will focus on how to transform cardboard, select kitchen waste and crop residue into high quality, nutrient rich worm castings ideal for use as fertilizer or a potting soil amendment. Find details on registration, location time and workshop details here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-san-juan-islands-agricultural-summit-registration-83063574387

Only a couple days left to place your bid on this

Only a couple days left to place your bid on this and other Auction Case items.
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SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the first Community Com

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the first Community Composting Taskforce Meeting. February 17th at the Orcas Island Library from 6pm to 8pm.
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We may be closed today but you can still do some o

We may be closed today but you can still do some online shopping!
www.exchangeorcas.org/online-sales
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Upcoming Workshops at The Exchange! February 8th w

Upcoming Workshops at The Exchange! February 8th we’ll be doing another All About Pets Workshop. Come make a pet bed for your own pet or volunteer to make one for the animal shelter! Noon to 4pm at The Exchange Annex.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/upcoming-workshops-at-the-exchange/
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