Orcas Today: Thursday, November 20th
Chair Yoga at Orcas Senior Center
November 20th from 10:00-10:45am
Join the Senior Center for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participants to explore balance poses without the concern of falling. Susie Frank, an Orcas resident of over 30 years, brings her expertise, having practiced yoga since 2009. While Susie suggests a $15 donation per class, no one will be turned away due to financial constraints. For inquiries, reach out to Susie directly at 360.298.4484 or sissooz@yahoo.com.
Spirit of Drumming Group
November 20th at 1:30pm at Orcas Senior Center
Discover the joy of drumming with the Spirit of Drumming Group at Orcas Senior Center on Thursdays! This beginner-friendly group focuses on exploring the elements of drumming. There’s no cost to participate—just bring a drum and join the fun! Everyone is welcome! For more information, text Ezekiel Barr at 360.376.3033.
CommuniTEA Night at Wildflower Apothecary
Thursdays from 5:00-8:00pm
Join us at Wildflower Apothecary every Thursday from 5-8pm for CommuniTEA night! We will have a weekly herbal tea offering by donation. You’re welcome to bring instruments, crafts, songs, & stories to connect with your island community & our herbal allies.
Orcas Alcoholics Anonymous Weekly Meeting
Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm at Benson Hall
Emmanuel Episcopal is hosting a weekly Al-Anon meeting with Zoom option for those unable to attend in person. Zoom: Meeting ID: 873 8608 8448 Passcode: 881858
Adult Art Classes: Beach Trash & Wood Assemblage
November 20th from 5:00-6:30pm at the Orcas Senior Center
Join art teachers Brook and Jessie this winter for adult art classes. During this 1.5-hour session, all materials will be provided as you learn art techniques and create something to take home. Each class is $25. Financial assistance is also available through the Park & Rec office. Make a beach trash mosaic on a piece of cardboard or some drift plywood. Or create a wood scrap sculpture, or a sculpture made from beach trash and wood scraps. Brook will be bringing her wood scrap and her (washed, sorted) beach trash collections along with hammers, nails, and glue.
Yoga Class with Susie Frank
Thursdays at 5:30pm at the Orcas Senior Center
This slow-paced session focuses on foundational yoga poses, conscious breathing, and supported postures designed to ease stress and improve flexibility, strength, and balance. The class is ideal for beginners or anyone seeking a more mindful, accessible practice. Props are used to ensure safety and comfort. Participants are encouraged to bring a mat, blanket, and bolster or pillow if available; a limited number of extras will be provided. The class is led by Susie Frank, a long-time Orcas Island resident and certified instructor who has practiced yoga since 2009. A sliding scale donation of $10 to $20 is suggested. For more information, contact Susie at 360.298.4484 or sissooz@yahoo.com.
Woof Time
November 20th from 5:30-7:00pm at the Orcas Library
Join Tracy Harachi, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and Trainer, at the Orcas Library Community Room for a FREE session to enhance your dog training skills. Whether you’re a new dog adopter, you’re considering adopting a dog, or you’re having difficult with your current dog, Tracy can help you master the skills you need for any situation. This is a human only event!
3rd Annual Adult Spelling Bee
November 20th at 6:00pm at the Orcas Center
Presented by the Orcas Island Library, hosted by Orcas Center, sponsored by Joe Cohen & Martha Farish. Come for the words, stay for the laughs, and cheer (or jeer) as brave adults face off in a battle of brains, wit, and nerve. Costumes encouraged. Trash talk allowed. Dictionary not permitted.
Open Mic at Doe Bay Cafe
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Doors open at 5:00pm, music at 6:30pm!
