Here's What's Happening on Orcas Island!
The week of January 23, 2020
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ORCAS ISLAND DINING GUIDE
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(Refresh your browser after clicking Dining Guide & Itinerary for latest information)
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ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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VISITOR GUIDE & BUSINESS DIRECTORY SIGN-UP
It's time to submit your information for the 2020-2021 Chamber Visitor Guide & Business Directory!
Receive a $15 discount on your first listing if you submit and pay by
Friday,
February 14! All entries must be received by
Friday, March 6 to be in the guide!
Send it in. Mail this
form with payment to Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 252, Eastsound, WA 98245 or drop it off at the office at 65 North Beach Road.
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THE CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW MEMBER!
ISLAND BRIDAL MAKEUP
Having worked as a professional makeup artist in New York, Seattle and Portland for over 20 years, Janice has provided countless services for film, catalog, and her favorite - weddings!
Owner: Janice Williams
Hours: Call for appointment
Phone:
360-317-8818
Read more...
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EVENTS THIS WEEK AND BEYOND
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PRIME RIB BENEFIT DINNER @ THE LEGION
(Friday, January 24, 6-8 pm, 793 Crescent Beach Drive)
The Sons of the American Legion would like to invite you to our “Shoe Drive" Dinner and Membership Drive. Prime rib dinner with all the fixings: $25/plate. All proceeds from this dinner help us fill the coffers for shoes we provide to kids here on Orcas Island. All is welcome!
Read more...
360-376-4987
MOVIE:
Bombshell
(Friday-Saturday, January 24-25, 7:30 pm @ Sea View Theater)
R 2019 ‧ Drama ‧ 1h 49m
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360-376-5724
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ALL MY SONS
(Saturday, January 25, 1 pm @ Orcas Center)
Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Academy Award-winner Sally Field and Bill Pullman star in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama.
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LOUIS XIV: AN EVENING CONCERT
(Sunday, January 26, 8 pm @ Adventist Fellowship Church)
Jeffrey Cohan: Renaissance flute, Courtney Kuroda: violin, Victoria Gunn: viola, Anna Marsh: Baroque bassoon. Suggested donation: $15-25. 18 and under: Free.
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WHALE OF A SHOW - Rescheduled!
(Friday, January 31, 7 pm @ Orcas Center)
If you had tickets for the snowed-out show on January 17th, they will be honored for January 31st. Watch talented islanders on the Orcas Center stage.
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MET OPERA LIVE IN HD:
Wozzeck
(Saturday, February 1, 1 pm @ Orcas Center)
Wozzeck has lost none of its power to fascinate, shock, and engage audiences, and its status as one of the defining musical works of the 20th century has not blunted its vitality.
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JUNIOR SEADOCTORS NIGHT
(Wednesday, February 5, 6:30 pm @ Camp Orkila)
The SeaDoc Society and Camp Orkila will serve a free spaghetti dinner as part of the inaugural Junior SeaDoctors Night. There will also be a kid-friendly marine science presentation complete with live-animal touch tanks followed by an optional intertidal walk down to the Camp Orkila shoreline.
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MAN-MADE ART EXHIBIT OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION
(Friday, February 7, 5:30-7 pm @ Orcas Center)
We mean this literally, ART MADE BY MEN. The third annual “Man-Made” show promises to be one of the most exciting exhibits of the year.
TRIPLE AMERICANA
(Friday, February 7, 7:30 pm @ Orcas Center)
Three of the NW’s finest troubadours, Tom Rawson, Ellen van der Hoeven, and Carolyn Cruso, are bringing a night of Triple Americana: songs, stories, harmonies and tunes inspired by the coffeehouse.
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REGISTER FOR AGRICULTURAL SUMMIT ON ORCAS ISLAND
(Friday-Saturday, February 7-8)
Gather with more than 150 local farmers, food producers, businesses, and advocates for a weekend filled with education, inspiration, and community.
WINTER DANCE
(Saturday, February 8, 7:30 pm @ Odd Fellows Hall)
Music provided by the Big Band Sounds of Orcatrazz. Even if you don’t dance, come listen to this great sound. Admission is by donation and will be split between Orcatrazz and the Odd Fellows Giving Fund.
Read more...
360-376-8857.
"OUT OF THE SHADOWS" TICKETS NOW ON SALE
(Gala Event on Saturday, February 22 @ Orcas Center)
Woman in the Woods Productions 3rd Annual Fundraiser Gala will feature Steve Alboucq's jazz band and Special Guest John Boogz and Robin Sanders.
Read more...Tickets at The Office Cupboard.
360-376-2378
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HOLISTIC SPRING RETREAT
(Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29)
Our retreats offer you a time of stillness, clarity and harmony of body, mind and soul. $490 per person (Includes all meals and classes / lodging paid separately). To make your reservation contact us directly. Visit our websites for retreat details: Lydia Miller
360-622-6460
www.pebblecovefarm.com and Daniel Marty
206-718-7078
www.everydayinspiredliving.com
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BASKETBALL AT ORCAS HIGH SCHOOL
Friday, January 24: Orcas versus Darrington at Home
4:30 pm: Boys JV in old gym
4:30 pm: Girls Varsity in HS gym
6 pm: Girls JV in old gym
6 pm: Boys Varsity in HS gym
ORCAS BLOG SHOWCASES OUR WINTER WONDERLAND...
See beautiful images
here
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WINTER… THE ULTIMATE INNER JOURNEY RETREAT
(Saturday, January 25, 9 am - 4 pm @The Lodge at North Beach Inn)
Join Stephanie in her Circle of Chi Seasonal Retreats as she shares the joy and importance of understanding nature’s energies.
Read more... Contact Stephanie to enroll:
circleofchi@gmail.com
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ORCAS SENIOR CENTER HEARTS AND HANDS RECEIVES $5000 FROM GIVEORCAS
Thanks to all of you who supported Orcas Senior Center Nonprofit’s Hearts and Hands program via the amazing charitable giving platform that is OICF’s GiveOrcas!
www.orcasseniors.org
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NEW ROLES @ ORCAS SENIOR CENTER NONPROFIT
John Slater is the Program and Activities Coordinator. John will continue to coordinate the Hearts and Hands Program. The Orcas District Committee also welcomes Erica Bee as Vice-chair and Diane Craig as Secretary.
Read more...
360-376-7929
or
l
ena@orcasseniors.org
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OICMF PRESENTS FREE CONDUCTING WORKSHOP
(Sundays: January 19-February 11, 7 pm @ Public Library)
Over the course of four Sunday evening interactive video sessions, well-known Seattle-area conductor Adam Stern will teach the rudiments of conducting and share his own experiences as a conductor.
Read more...
Sign up:
tracy@oicmf.org
360-376-6636
HOW TO BECOME A CENSUS WORKER
(Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27, 11-2 pm @ Orcas Library)
The U.S. Census Bureau is kicking off peak hiring efforts for the 2020 Census. A representative from the Census Bureau will be available to get information on how to become a Census worker, as well as help in the application process. Wages are $20-22 Hour + mileage. Visit:
2020census.gov/en/jobs.html, or call
1-855-562-2020.
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EASTSOUND VILLAGE GREEN EVENT INFORMATION
Are you considering having an event on Eastsound Village Green in 2020? Please see the Application
here for events in the new year, and please note that Eastsound Village Green Park has been divided into 3 potential rental sites (making room for the new
kids’ playground!), plus the stage (refer to enclosed map on page 6 of the event application).
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ORCAS IN THE NEWS
Art and Nature Shine on the Washington Coast
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On the biggest, artiest, hilliest island in the San Juan Islands, an evergreen archipelago halfway between Seattle and Vancouver, it’s hard to tell which is more captivating on this island of 5,500 people: Nature or art".
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LOCAL DISCOUNT AT OUTLOOK INN'S WATER'S EDGE STUDIOS
Our historic Outlook Inn is taking its usual time off for much-needed refreshing of our souls and our spaces. However, our beautiful new Water’s Edge Studios are still available to rent through Airbnb this winter. Orcas Island locals can send a request through Airbnb to receive $25 off for their visitors. Visit
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PLAYGROUP AT THE FUNHOUSE
(Mondays, 10 am - 12 pm and Wednesdays at 11:30 am - 1:30 pm)
Playgroup is an ongoing and free drop-in program for children under 5. Kids can play and learn while their parents and care providers share tips & tricks with each other, make new friends, and even swap clothing & gear. Email
liz@thefunhouse.org
or call
360-376-7177
for more information.
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EDC: KNOWLEDGE WORKER NETWORK INITIATIVE
In the upcoming year, the EDC will continue working to make San Juan County a place where information-focused businesses can thrive, including follow up assessment surveys, workshops, and events.
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EDC WRAPS UP 2019 TRADES COURSE
The San Juan County Economic Development Council worked to create a large-scale, in-depth building program that would offer training to new and underemployed workers.
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EDC: CREATIVE CAREERS FORUM
(Saturday, February 15, 12-2:30 pm @ Friday Harbor)
The San Juan County Economic Development Council invites students and career-seekers to their first Creative Careers Forum, a free informative session on working in careers such as design, applied and performing arts, architecture.
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EDC: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS
(Wednesdays, February 19 - March 18 @ Friday Harbor)
Higher-wage employment can be open to many who learn the skills of business management and leadership. The San Juan County Economic Development Council invites workers in the San Juan Islands to join in a Business Management & Leadership Skills course.
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LET’S PLAY PICKLEBALL!
(Mon. & Thurs. 7:30-9:30 pm; Sunday, 10 am-12 pm @ School Gym)
We’ll bring spare paddles and balls and you should bring court/tennis shoes and water. For more info or to get on our list because, weather permitting, times/location changes, email
orcasislandpickleball@gmail.com.
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JOB OPENINGS ON CHAMBER WEBSITE:
Orcas Food Co-op, Four Winds, The Exchange, Island Market, Roses Bakery Cafe, Madrona Bar and Grill, Orcas Veterinary Services, Doe Bay Resort, Outlook Inn, Orcas Hotel, Children's House, San Juan County, Brown Bear Baking, LEANTO, Kaleidoscope. See details for employment opportunities
here
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RESTAURANT NEWS
Be sure to check the
DINING GUIDE for updated days and time.
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MADRONA BAR AND GRILL CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE
As of Wednesday, January 15, Madrona Bar and Grill will be closed for 1-2 weeks for maintenance.
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WINTER BREAKS:
- OCTAVIA'S BISTRO (ORCAS HOTEL): Reopens Saturday, February 1
- ROSES BAKERY CAFE: Reopens Tuesday, February 4
- ORCAS ISLAND WINERY: Reopens Wednesday, February 5.
- NEW LEAF CAFE: Reopens in February
- KINGFISH AT WEST SOUND: Reopens February 5.
- CATKIN CAFE: Reopens Saturday, February 15
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ENJOY ISLAND PIE IN DEER HARBOR
Winter hours are Friday-Sunday, 4-9 pm.
DOE BAY WINE COMPANY NOW OPEN ON WEEKENDS!
(New weekend hours: Fridays: 1-5 pm and Saturdays: 11 am - 5 pm)
Please stop by for cheese and charcuterie boards and flights of wine. We wish you a wonderful 2020. Cole Sisson:
cole@doebaywinecompany.com
DOE BAY CAFE HOURS
Dinner 5-9 pm, Thursday – Sunday, Brunch 9 am – 2 pm, Saturday and Sunday. Open mic is on Thursday 5-9 pm.
Our open mic beneficiary for January is Senior Center.
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ENTERTAINMENT
LIVE MUSIC @THE MORAN LOUNGE
(Fridays, 6-9 pm @ Rosario Resort and Spa)
Gene Nery performs this week in the Moran Lounge.
LIVE MUSIC AT LUNA'S CAFE
(Fridays from 7-9 pm)
Dinner (5 - 8:30 pm) and music at Luna's Cafe and Three Sisters Bakery.
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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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COMMUNITY HERO PROGRAM BENEFITS FRESH BUCKS
The Fresh Bucks program is a partnership with the Orcas Community Resource Center, San Juan County Health and Community Services, and Orcas Food Co-op helping low income families stretch their dollars to make healthy food more affordable.
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ORCAS FOOD CO-OP:
Produce deal of the week!
(January 22
– 28)
Minneola Tangelos on sale – $1.49/lb
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ORCASONG BOTANICALS
OrcaSong Botanicals is now at Island Market! Enjoy our experienced
based, high-quality line of botanical blends infused with CBD. We grow
many of the plants featured in our products. All purchases go back into supporting our small farm and community. Visit
orcasongbotanicals.com.
WINTER AT PELINDABA LAVENDER
(Friday-Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm, 269 Main Street, Eastsound)
WILD ROSE LTD JANUARY SPECIAL
20% off Aromatherapy Consults and all Wild Rose Ltd products. Call Deborah Darner, LMT
360-376-4188.
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PAWKI'S PET STORE JANUARY SALE AND WINTER HOURS
10% off entire purchase one time in the month of January!
Read more...
Winter hours starting in February are 12:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Mon-Sat.
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FELDENKRAIS-AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT CLASS
(Saturday, February 22 & Saturday, March 28 @ North Beach Inn)
9 am - 4 pm or half day 9 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 4 pm. Information and registration
here.
206-383-7705
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WINTER YOGA SCHEDULE
(Orcas Mandala Yoga & Bodywork Studio)
Start the New Year with Yoga! Our new Winter Schedule has something for everyone! Slow, Power, Restorative, Alignment, Community. Classes are All Levels. Drop-ins welcome. Schedule:
orcasmandala.com,
info@orcasmandala.com
GIGI CARTER OF "MY TRUE SELF" OPENS STUDIO
(188 A Street, Eastsound)
To help Orcas residents restore health and improve their quality of life, nutritionist and personal trainer Gigi Carter announces My True Self will be opening a personal nutrition and fitness studio!
Read more... See website,
mytrueself.com, phone
360-726-3188 or email
gigi@mytrueself.com.
NEW DOE BAY RESORT AND SPA AFFINITY MEMBERSHIP
Visitors and guests to Doe Bay have always had the option of choosing an annual or seasonal membership to the Doe Bay Spa and Soaking Tubs, but we wanted to extend benefits beyond just the spa so our guests and neighbors can enjoy all of Doe Bay’s exciting offerings.
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HEART ECHO FOR HEART DISEASE PREVENTION
(Orcas Community Integrative Medicine Clinic)
The clinic’s goal is to speed early detection of heart problems through screenings. Vincent Shu, MD, a non-invasive cardiologist uses heart ECHO in his integrative medicine clinic for heart disease prevention. For an appointment, call
360-376-2564, 97 Yellow Brick Road.
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“MAN-MADE” Art @ Orcas Center throughout February
(Intake for the art: Wednesday, February 5 , 10:30 to 12:30 pm)
OK guys, we need to fill the lobby and the Madrona Room at Orcas Center with lots of your beautiful art, carvings, sculpture, furniture, drawings, paintings, pottery, glass etc, etc. The art can be for sale or not, please bring it in and show it off. Show coordinators, call Leon Rosenblatt,
415-302-8116, or Rick Jones,
805-459-3687
CALL FOR ARTISTS @ ORCAS ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Want to exhibit your art? Now’s your chance. The Art Committee at the Orcas Island Public Library is now seeking applications for the 2020 exhibit schedule. All types of art — painting, sculpture, photography, mixed-media — are acceptable.
Read more...
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WAFD BANK ARTIST OF THE MONTH:
BETTY HALL
Featuring the famous quilts of Orcas Island legend, Betty Hall, for another month. Betty's family traces its roots to Louis and Mary Ann Cayou, who settled on Orcas Island in the 1850s. Come in to see these beautiful quilts! Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm.
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PUBLIC MEETINGS ON ORCAS ISLAND
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING AN ARTICLE TO THE BLAST
Thank you for following our guidelines
here
for our mobile-friendly Blast!
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Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce | 360.376.2273
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