Here's What's Happening on Orcas Island!
The week of September 19, 2019
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ORCAS ISLAND DINING GUIDE
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ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW MEMBER!
ORCAS VEG FEST
The Orcas Veg Group is an all volunteer 501(c)3 nonprofit whose purpose is to educate and support the community towards plant-based and vegan lifestyles for the benefit of health, protecting the environment and preventing animal cruelty.
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EVENTS THIS WEEK AND BEYOND
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FLOATING UKULELE JAM
(Thursday, September 19 on the interisland ferry)
Bring a uke, your voice, a song to share, or just join in. Depart FH at 5:30,
Orcas at 6:20
, Shaw at 6:35 - invite your friends from other islands! Everyone welcome!
SCHOOL STRIKE FOR CLIMATE
(Friday, September 20, 12:15 pm on Village Green)
You are encouraged to stop by the Green to show support for the national Strike for Climate, and the Orcas Island school children who have chosen to take part.
CELEBRATING 7 YEARS OF ISLAND HOPPIN' BREWERY
(Friday, September 20, 5 pm @ Island Hoppin' Brewery)
We will have live music, a new beer release, food, and prizes. Past bartenders Mark Gajadhar and Kurt Baumann are returning to the brewery for the night with their music projects Galactic Gold and The Burned. $10 door cover, carpool if possible.
360-376-6079
MOVIE OF THE WEEK:
Blinded by the Light
(Friday-Saturday, September 20-21, 7:30 pm @ SeaView Theater)
PG-13 ‧ Drama/Comedy-drama ‧ 1h 58m
360-376-5724
ORCAS ISLAND FARMERS MARKET
(Saturdays until September 28, 10 am - 3 pm @ Village Green)
Come enjoy the best produce on the island, locally made art and crafts, and some of the best prepared food around! Interested in becoming a vendor? Click
h
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to apply through the OIFM website
here.
LONG LIVE THE KINGS ANNUAL SALMON HOMECOMING-SOLD OUT!
(Saturday, September 21, 12-3 pm @ Glenwood Springs Hatchery)
This is our fun and family friendly community appreciation event at our Glenwood Springs Hatchery and includes tours of the property, a picnic lunch, a brief program, and a chance to watch our returning King salmon. There is no cost to attend.Trevor Laugen at
tlaugen@lltk.org
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SAVOR THE SAN JUANS
(Saturday, September 21 to November 9)
Our 12th annual Savor the San Juans kicks off this weekend!
"Savor the San Juans" is a feast for the senses. From wine tastings to a brew fest, farmers markets to farm tours, and film festivals and cozy lodgings.
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FRIENDS OF THE SAN JUANS
(Sunday, September 22, 4-6 pm @ Odd Fellows Hall)
Join Friends of the San Juans with your friends to celebrate 40 years of protecting what you love with people who care. Register at
sanjuans.org/40th
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WILLIE THOMAS MEMORIAL AT ORCAS CENTER
(Sunday, September 22, 6:30 pm @ Orcas Center Main Stage)
A memorial concert celebrating the life and spirit of jazz great Willie Thomas. Willie Thomas resided on Orcas Island from 1998 until his passing in February of this year. Admission is free, and donations are welcomed.
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KRISTIN JARVIS ADAMS-AUTHOR VISIT
(Friday, September 27, 6 pm @ Orcas Island Library)
Kristin’s memoir is about her young autistic son who finds a way to communicate through his pet chicken named Frightful. This true account inspires communities to share difficult conversations and heart-opening dialogues.
orcaslibrary.org.
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WOMAN IN THE WOODS PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: PAUL RUCKER "REWIND"
(OIHS Performance: Friday, September 27, 9 am @ Orcas Center and Saturday, September 28, 7 pm @ Orcas Center)
A fascinating talk and performance that pulls from themes in Paul's TED Talk.Tickets available at Orcas Center, or The Office Cupboard.
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ALICE DIMICELE @ ORCAS GRANGE
(Friday September 27, 7:30 pm)
Alice is a singer/songwriter and acoustic guitar player of jazz/blues phrasing and R&B and rock & roll rhythms. Tickets are $15, $5 (14 and under).
360-468-2753
,
www.alicedimicele.com
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GREAT ISLANDS CLEAN UP FALL 2019
(Saturday, September 28, 10 am - 2 pm, meet @ Eastsound Village Green)
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FALL FARM TOURS ON SAN JUAN ISLANDS
(Orcas on September 28-29, Self-guided Farm tours 11 am - 3 pm)
September 28, 4 pm: Pizza Party at Maple Rock Farm by donation. September 29, 8:30-10:30 am: Brunch at The Kitchen featuring local eggs, produce and meat. Visit
islandgrownsji.com
for more information.
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PACIFIC NORTHWEST TO PARIS WINE TASTING @ DOE BAY WINE CO)
(Saturday, September 28, 5 pm)
Outlook Inn and Doe Bay Wine Company are hosting a special wine-tasting event, comparing some of the Pacific Northwest region’s best wines with regional French wines.
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WHALE OF A SHOW
(Friday-Saturday, October 4-5, 6:30 pm @ Orcas Center)
Join us for a guaranteed good time as we watch and celebrate the talent of our island youth! This annual event is an opportunity to relax among friends and neighbors while enjoying acts of song, dancing, skits, and musicianship. Family acts are included in this event as well.
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ORCAS IN THE NEWS
The article,
Lonliness and Its Antidote on Orcas Island
, is from the 52 Places Traveler (visiting all the destinations from the 52 Places to Go list released earlier this year).
Read article here...
QUARTERLY MEETING OF THE ORCAS WOMEN'S COALITION
(Sunday, September 22, 1-3 pm, Eastsound Firehall)
A seat at the table. An opportunity for cross pollination, visioning and action.
Childcare and light refreshments will be provided.
This meeting is open to all Womxn, transgender and nonbinary people.
ANNUAL OYSTER RUN
(Sunday, September 22 in Anacortes)
Travelers can expect large volumes of motorcycles and potential loading delays throughout the weekend. Motorcyclists are strongly encouraged to make
reservations
or you will be on standby.
MAMMOGRAM VAN @ ORCAS SENIOR CENTER NONPROFIT
(Monday, September 23, 8 - 4:30 pm & Tuesday, September 24, 8-3 pm)
Assured Imaging Women’s Wellness will be bringing the latest in digital mammography to Orcas Senior Center. Call
(888) 233-6121
to schedule your appointment or click on
www.assuredimaging.com/ORCAS
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STATE PARK FREE DAYS LEFT IN 2019
The Discover Pass will not be required to visit a state park on these days:
September 26 - National Public Lands Day, November 11 -Veterans Day, November 27 - Autumn day
Free days apply only to day use (not overnight stays or rented facilities).
BUCKET OF $$ FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
(Wednesday, October 2, 4-5 pm @ New Leaf Cafe)
Through grants and a regional collaboration, OPALCO has a whole new bucket of resources to help energize small businesses in San Juan County. We're hosting “Empower Happy Hour” workshops.
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ORCAS ISLAND HEALTH CARE DISTRICT TOWN HALL MEETING
(Saturday, October 5, 3-5 pm @ Eastsound Fire Hall)
This is a Town Hall meeting to update the community on where OIHCD stands in delivering the desired scope of health care services.
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MUSIC TOGETHER CLASSES AT THE FUNHOUSE WITH MISS MARY
(Wednesdays, October 9-December 11, 10 am)
This class is for children ages 0-5 and their parents or care-givers.Thanks to the Jubilation Foundation and Funhouse Commons, there are scholarships available. For an application, stop by the Funhouse, call
360-376-7177 or email
emilie@thefunhouse.org.
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CALL FOR ACTORS AND DIRECTORS FOR PLAYFEST @ THE GRANGE
We are critically short of actors and directors. Please help us make PlayFest 2019 a reality. Spread the word, or join us! Rehearsals will begin in September.
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ORCAS ISLAND POTTERY OPEN DURING ROAD CONSTRUCTION
There is road construction on the corner of Enchanted Forest Lane and West Beach Road. Orcas Island Pottery can still be accessed on West Beach Road off of Crow Valley Road. Open everyday 10 am to 5 pm.
VOTER REGISTRATION AT CAMP ORKILA
The YMCA is promoting voter registration and Camp Orkila has the forms at camp to get folks registered in San Juan County.
CENSUS WORKERS IN THE FIELD
Preparations for the 2020 Census have recently begun in San Juan County. Census employees are out in different areas around the county confirming physical and mailing address information.
Census Bureau -
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DROP-IN PICKLEBALL
(Mondays & Thursdays from 7:30-9:30 pm/Sundays from 10 am -12 pm
@ Old Gym in the Orcas Island Public School)
All players are welcome – including newbies, beginner, intermediate and advanced players.
Paddles and balls available. Bring court tennis shoes, water and $2. For more information, contact
orcasislandpickleball@gmail.com
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JOB OPENINGS ON CHAMBER WEBSITE:
Doe Bay Housekeeping Manager, Key Bank, Orcas Athletics & CrossFit,
Wild Island Restaurant,The Kitchen, Rainshadow Solar, Outlook Inn, Orcas Hotel, Children's House,
Bayside Cottages, San Juan County, Girl Meets Dirt, Darvill's,
Islander's Bank, Orcas Food Co-op,
Brown Bear Baking, LEANTO.
See details for employment opportunities
here
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DEER HARBOR INN RESTAURANT
Live music nightly, Friday - Tuesdays. Open 5 - 8:30 pm. 360-376-1040
ROSARIO MUSIC CONCERT AND HISTORICAL NARRATIVE
(Saturdays, 4-5 pm @ Rosario Resort)
Music and history of the Moran family and the Rosario estate with Christopher Peacock. Music performed on the Mansion's 1,972 pipe organ and on the 1900 Steinway Grand Piano. Complimentary and open to the public.
360-376-2222
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ECO CLEANERS COMFORTER SEPTEMBER CLEANING SPECIAL
Bring any quilt, down comforter, woolen blanket or sleeping bag of any size and we'll clean it for only $25.00. Airport Office Center,1286 Mt Baker Road. Hours: Monday-Friday 2-7 pm or by appointment:
360-202 6226
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EAT LOCAL CHALLENGE @ THE ORCAS FOOD CO-OP!
(10 days Saturday, September 21 - October 1)
Customers who would like to participate can pledge to spend a certain
amount on local produce during this time period ($50 suggested goal for
individuals; $100 suggested goal for families). Pledge cards will be entered in a raffle at the end of the challenge for a prize!
360-376-2009
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ORGANIC LAVENDER HYDROSOL- PELINDABA LAVENDER FARM
(45 Hawthorne Lane, Friday Harbor, Daily 10 – 4 pm during September)
We are distilling organic lavender essential oil and hydrosol at the farm. If you are unable to attend the event on our farm on San Juan Island, come by our store on Orcas where we have Hydrosol available for purchase.
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SEPTEMBER NATIVE PLANT SALES
The Land Bank is hosting three sales in September featuring native plants produced by The Salish Seeds Project. Nursery gates will open to the public September 8 on San Juan Island, with pop-up sales September 21 on Lopez and September 28 on Orcas.
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ORCAS FOOD CO-OP DONATES TO ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH'S SEVERE WEATHER SHELTER
The Severe Weather Shelter, which is held at the Orcas Island Community Church, was formed in 2015 in cooperation with other island churches and provides a warm shelter for folks when temperatures go below freezing.
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RESTAURANT NEWS
Be sure to check the
DINING GUIDE for updated days and time.
Please note: the Dining Guide is dated from last change, not every day.
ORCAS ISLAND WINERY FALL HOURS
(Wednesday-Sunday,12-6 pm/Monday-Tuesday, By Appointment)
Visit the tasting room, shop and enjoy picnic style food. Farmhouse tasting room is available for event rentals! Contact Tera Landman at
hello@orcasislandwinery.com for more information or a site visit.
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ISLAND PIE IN DEER HARBOR
Island Pie reopens for business on Thursday, September 26.
DOE BAY CAFE HOURS
Thursday: Open Mic 5-10 pm, Friday: Dinner 5-9 pm,
Saturday-Sunday: Brunch 9-2 pm, Dinner 5-9 pm.
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WANT SOME MOOOOVELOUS FOOD?
(Friday - Tuesday, Noon to 8 pm @ Clever Cow Creamery)
Our awesome winter food menu of scrumptious soups, brats, dogs and paninis is now being served! See our website for all the particulars:
www.clevercowcreamery.com
360-376-5222.
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YOGA AS PRESENCE SERIES WITH DR. DEBRA BABCOCK
(Monday/Wednesday, 5:30 - 7 pm, September 23 -October 2 at Orcas Mandala Yoga Studio)
These classes are appropriate for everyone longing for time on the yoga mat devoted to experiencing the wisdom, strength, resiliency and freedom inherent in our own bodies. Open to All Levels. $20 per class, $80 for the series. Pre-register. 138 North Beach Road.
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INTRODUCTION TO YOGA SERIES @ ORCAS MANDALA YOGA STUDIO
(Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:15 pm, September 24 - October 29)
Join a 5-week Intro to Yoga class. Learn the fundamentals and get started on the path of yoga to enhance your health and well being. If you have never done yoga before, have been away from your practice awhile, or if you simply enjoy the pace and time these classes meet, this is the class for you! Open to All Levels. $80, Pre-register.138 North Beach Road.
www.orcasmandala.com
WILD ROSE LTD SEPTEMBER SPECIAL: PSYCHIC AURA READINGS
Learn about yourself as Energy with all the many gifts and skills you are. Includes past life information. Enjoy a fine hour of magic. Call Deborah Darner, LMP, at
360-376-4188.
CAROTID DUPLEX SCAN SCREENING FOR STROKE PREVENTION
Up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented if someone is having a blockage and narrowing in carotid arteries which is detected and treated early. To make an appointment, call
360-376-2564.
Read more... All services by Dr. Vincent Shu listed
here.
BALANCE CLASS @ ORCAS SENIOR CENTER NONPROFIT
(Tuesdays and Thursdays for 6 months, starting October 15, 5-6 pm)
The Orcas Senior Center is excited to present Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance instructed by Scott Heisinger, PT, DPT, a physical therapist at Orcas Island Physical Therapy.
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SEPTEMBER ART SHOW AT ORCAS CENTER:
MARCIA SPEES "DRIVEN TO ABSTRACTION”
Marcia’s exhibit marks the public debut of this new level in her artistic evolution. Her work will fill the Orcas Center lobby. The Madrona Room will display Orcas Community Art.
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SUSAN SLAPIN AT ORCAS ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Slapin’s work runs a broad spectrum: abstract acrylic colorfield paintings and delicate colorful textured pastels are featured.
susanslapin.com
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WAFD BANK ARTIST OF THE MONTH:
PETER CARLSON
His show "The Question" is a collection-in-progress of 22 oil portraits of people on the island, each entitled with their answer to the ubiquitous question of "How long have you been on Orcas?" Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm.
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CALL FOR ARTWORK AT ORCAS CENTER
(Intake for all art: Wednesday, October 2, 10 am - 12 pm)
The art exhibit for the month of October will follow the theme of the FILM FESTIVAL. All local artists are invited to bring art. If you have pieces that depict films or film history that would be great, but all art is welcomed.Joan Fletcher,
toseaigo@gmail.com
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360-375-5807
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ORCAS ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Pioneer Museum open Tuesday-Saturday 11 am - 4 pm; Sunday 12-3 pm (by donation). See
CEDAR- a special exhibit of nature, history, and art. Crow Valley School open by appointment.
orcasmuseums.org.
360-376-4849
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MORAN MANSION MUSEUM TOURS
The Mansion is open to the public for a self-guided tour from 8 am - 9 pm daily. The tour is free. Rosario Resort:
360-376-2152
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PUBLIC MEETINGS ON ORCAS ISLAND
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