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EXCHANGE ON ORCAS ISLAND |
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Exchange celebrates 20th Anniversary
Nestled among the fir trees on Orcas Island, the Exchange has been a Horseshoe Island institution for the past 20 years. Bicycles diverted from a trip to the transfer station, lean against trees. Lamps no longer needed after a resort remodel are lined up on shelves. And in the center of the thousands of items are works of art. George Post started the Exchange as a way to recycle items which were being thrown away. To celebrate its 20th anniversary and Earth Day, islanders were invited to create art from Exchange merchandise. "We've invited them to see things with new eyes," said Post. "Instead of looking at junk, you are looking at shapes." The Exchange is located next to the Orcas Island Transfer Station. It is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. All items are available for purchase. There are no set prices, customers decide on how much they will contribute. The Exchange is a "true enterprise fund" said Post. All income comes from the sale of the items. | |
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Jeff Ludwig and George Post run the Exchange.
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