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September 16, 2021
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WEEKLY EVENTS
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LOCAL, COUNTY, STATE, FEDERAL RESOURCES
SAN JUAN COUNTY ALLOWING RECREATIONAL FIRES
With changing weather conditions, the San Juan County Fire Districts are now allowing recreational fires including charcoal, wood burning, and recreational campfires. Read more...

FEMA: INFORMATION ON PREPAREDNESS KITS
National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. This week’s theme for National Preparedness Month is Build a Kit. Read more...

RUNNING A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
The Economic Development Council (EDC) and Lopez Community Land Trust (LCLT) are offering a free course on conceptual skills to run a construction project effectively. The course will be on Tuesdays, October 19 through November 16, at 5:30 to 7:00 pm over Zoom. Read more...
NEW THIS EDITION AND EVENTS THIS WEEK
LOCAL VOCAL SERIES AT WILD ISLAND RESTAURANT
September 16-18, 12:30-2 pm. Featuring Joel Gamble, performing with his friend Lilo Sanchez on Thursday, Arthur Lou on Friday, and Madison West on Saturday. (weather permitting) Read more...
GARDENS AND CLIMATE CHANGE WITH BARBARA BENTLEY
Orcas Island Library presents a hybrid speaker event with Barbara Bentley (Professor Emeritus, Dept. of Ecology and Evolution, SUNY Stony Brook) on the Library’s South Lawn and by Zoom meeting on September 16, 6pm. Read more...
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OCTOBER SPOOKTACULAR MINI-GOLF
It’s time to get spooky at the mini-golf! We are partnering up with the Orcas Island Booster Club to bring some extra fun to the island. We are looking for families, businesses, or organizations to sponsor and decorate a hole on the mini-golf course. Please fill out and submit the form to apply for a hole. Submissions will be reviewed and contacted by September 16. Read more...

SWAP MEET AT THE AMERICAN LEGION PARKING LOT
American Legion Auxiliary Fundraiser Saturday, September 18, 10-2 pm. Rent a 12x12 foot space for $25. This will include a 6 foot table. Lunch and a Bake Sale are also part of the event. To reserve your space contact. unit93auxiliary@gmail.com.793 Crescent Beach Drive.
RAFFLE GIVEAWAY! TICKETS ON SALE
Tickets go on sale September 18. Orcas Island Farmers Market proudly announces an informal Harvest Celebration on Saturday, September 25 - and there will be some surprises! Live music on the Village Green Stage and 3 Harvest Baskets will be raffled off to 3 lucky winners! Tickets on sale at the EBT booth at the Market and Orcas Arts & Gifts until 9/24. Read more...

ORCAS CENTER OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, September 18, 1-4 pm. Over the past year and a half, as Orcas Center has been closed, we have been busy at work renovating our spaces, doing some serious deep cleaning, and refreshing our entire facility. The Center is looking fantastic and we can’t wait to welcome visitors during our Open House.

CENTENNIAL WALKS AND TALKS IN MORAN STATE PARK
Programs throughout the summer that are fun and free! Sunday, September 19, 10 am Nature Awareness. Please check the full schedule of events at friendsofmoran.orgRead more...(about events and presenters).

GREAT ISLANDS CLEAN-UP
September 25, 9-4 pm. It takes a village to clean an island! The Great Islands Clean-up is back! In honor of National Public Lands Day, join your fellow islanders for the 2021 Fall Great Islands Clean-up. Read more...
JP UND DIE OK RHYTHM BOYS TO PLAY THE ORCAS HOTEL OKTOBERFEST BEER GARDEN
September 25, 5-7 pm.The annual autumn festival traditionally begins two weeks before the first Sunday in October. In celebration, the Orcas Hotel presents JP und die OK Rhythm Boys providing live music. All ages are welcome to break out their dirndls and lederhosen, or maybe sweaters and warm boots, and come join in the delicious and musical fun! Read more...

WOMAN IN THE WOODS PRESENTS "REBIRTH OF A NATION"
Critically-acclaimed artist Paul Miller will be presenting his Rebirth of a Nation (a provocative remix of the historical film Birth of a Nation) with music featured by our very own *Tre Voci String Trio (Pamela Wright, Holly King and Scott Heisinger) and Rachel Bishop as guest violinist. At Orcas Center, September 25 at 7 pm and September 26 at 4 pm. Read more...

ORCAS FARM TOURS
Join the Orcas Farm Tour showcasing the bounty of local products! 
Visit farms around the island, meet local farmers, and learn about what it takes to farm on an island! Friday-Sunday, October 1-3. farmtourssanjuans.com
SAVOR THE SAN JUANS-A FALL CELEBRATION
Locals are encouraged to enjoy farm tours and farmers markets, film festivals, wine dinners and wine tastings, and so much more. Taste this season's harvest at the farmers markets or local restaurants as they introduce the flavors of fall. Support small businesses and enjoy a night out with friends. Find a list of events and specials at visitsanjuans.com/savor. (Please note that events are subject to change with the release of new health guidelines). 

REINVIGORATION OF HEARTS AND HANDS
As more people are venturing out and getting together, it is time to call on our community to help reinvigorate the Hearts and Hands program at the Orcas Senior Center. Hearts and Hands volunteers have provided in-home companionship visits to seniors and disabled adults on Orcas Island for 15 years. Read more...
ORCAS ADVENTURES-NEW HOURS
Sugar Shack is open Wednesday - Sunday 10-5 pm. Boat Rentals Wednesday - Sunday 10- 4 pm. Both are weather permitting!
FROM LAST EDITION AND BEYOND
BUY PASSES NOW FOR ORCAS ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL
October 7-11, in person, at Sea View Theater. We will screen 15 incredible films over the course of five days in one venue, the Sea View Theatre. Passholders will be able to choose and reserve specific seats online in advance. Read more...

FUN OPPORTUNITIES THAT SUPPORT ORCAS ISLAND BOOSTER CLUB
Thanks to all who have renewed your OI Booster Memberships; we are hopeful for a good year for our student-athletes. Here are two more ways to support Orcas Vikings: Volunteer for the Orcas Odyssey SwimRun race on September 26 (be sure to tell them you are a Booster Club member!) and/or help decorate the Orcas Mini Golf for Halloween during the month of October - both opportunities will support OI Boosters. Go Vikings!

CLEVER COW CREAMERY
Clever Cow has new fall hours, and will now be scooping Thursday - Monday, 12 pm-8 pm, closed Tuesday/Wednesday.

WHITE HORSE PUB
Karaoke every Saturday night starting at 9 pm and Trivia Night at 8pm on Wednesday nights. Must be 21 and over. To participate please have your ID and a picture of your vaccination card.  360-376-7827

ORCAS ISLAND FARMERS MARKET SATURDAYS
Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm. Local produce, plant starts, artisan crafts, flowers, and many more goodies. orcasislandfarmersmarket.org
ART AND MUSEUMS
CALL FOR ARTISTS: ORCAS PUBLIC LIBRARY EXHIBIT SCHEDULE
Want to Exhibit Your Art? Now’s your chance. The Art Committee at the Orcas Island Public Library is now seeking applications for the 2022 exhibit schedule. All types of art — painting, sculpture, photography, mixed-media — are acceptable. Read more...
ORCAS ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM
The Pioneer Museum is open 11 am-3 pm, Wednesday-Friday and 11-2 pm, Saturdays. 360-376-4849 orcasmuseums.org. Visit the new exhibit “Mapping Orcas: The Way Home” which features an extraordinary collection of historical maps. Read more...
MORAN MANSION MUSEUM TOURS & MUSIC CONCERTS
Live Music Room Concert/Rosario History Presentation Saturdays, 4 pm. The Mansion is open to the public for a self-guided tour from 8 am - 9 pm daily on the second floor. Rosario Resort: 360-376-2152
SHOP THE ROCK
FRANK LOUDIN ART SALE
This sale is available exclusively to Orcas Center patrons and local residents, and will continue for the next few weeks. Following the sale, there will be an online auction of any remaining works available to art lovers nationwide.
View his incredible work here, and purchase your favorites either in-person, by emailing info@orcascenter.org, or calling 360-376-2281 ext. 1.
FUN ITEM AT MONKEY PUZZLE!
Monkey Puzzle is open 7 days of the week through September from 11am-4pm. A Whale butter dish is a gift for all seasons! Other unique items available for gifts or for personal use.
JOB POSTINGS - CHAMBER BUSINESSES NEED YOU!
Job positions are listed here and will be posted for at least 1 week. If you are looking for employment, see all job postings from Chamber businesses. ALL JOBS LISTED HERE .
NW ISLAND ESCAPES
NW Island Escapes, a locally owned and operated vacation rental management company is looking to hire housekeeping professionals on Orcas, San Juan, and Lopez Islands. Starting rate of pay $30 per hour. Part time (2 days per week) and Fulltime positions available. Must have reliable transportation, good driving record and willingness to work hard in a fun and active environment. Please submit resume or questions to: sarah@nwislandescapes.com

From last week...

ORCAS VILLAGE STORE
Checking and deli positions. 360-376-8860 or info@orcasvillagestore.com
Get the Moran State Park trail guide on your phone!
Point your phone camera on the QR code.
New Moran State Park Maps now available at the Chamber of Commerce.