Orcas Today: June 12th-14th
June 12th from 11:00am-11:30pm
Join Jenny for storytime in our kids section!
Art with Carla at the Orcas Senior Center
Fridays from 1:00-3:00pm
Led by experienced artist Carla Stanley, this lighthearted class focuses on the creative process with a strong belief in your artistic potential, regardless of skill level. The class is $10 (or $8 for OSC members). Contact Carla at 360.317.5652 or onlyonorcas@gmail.com to secure your spot. Uncover your artistic potential and join creative Fridays at Orcas Senior Center!
Needlework Circle at The Orcas Senior Center
Fridays from 2:00-6:00pm
Join this weekly gathering for knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and all needleworkers at Orcas Senior Center, every Friday at 2pm. Come hang out—no project required! Whether you haven’t knitted in years, want to learn to crochet, or just want to relax and chat, you’ll find a wonderful selection of donated yarn, needles, books, and plenty of friendly advice. For more information, contact Edy Hansen at edy@orcasseniors.org or 206.413.6167
June 12th & 13th at 7:00pm, June 6th at 4:00pm
Rated PG-13.
Summer Flights & Bites
June 12th from 5:00-7:00pm at Cafe Aurora
Guests will enjoy seasonal plates from Chef Andrew paired with fresh, lively wines curated by the Doe Bay Wine Company team. Tickets are $70 per person and include bites and wine. Space is limited, and tickets are available in person at Cafe Aurora or through the event link.
Disco Inferno at The Grange
June 12th-14th
This event takes placeat the Grange and promises an unforgettable three days of community, celebration, and resistance. Tickets can be purchased here.
Tea Ceremony
June 13th at 8:00am at Held Space
Join Held Space for monthly tea ceremonies this spring and summer. Tea Ceremony is a moving meditation that connects us to ourselves, nature, and each other—an intimate opportunity to slow down and connect in a more meaningful way. Register at: https://www.rootedarchipelago.com/teaceremony
Adult Ballet: Level 1 Barre & Stretch
Saturdays from 9:30-10:30am at the Orcas Center
Adults Ballet classes are a great way to learn basic ballet steps at the barre to help stretch and strengthen your body. Some ballet classes will learn short choreography in the middle of the floor and work on turns, leaps and jumps. Dancers of all levels are welcome to come give these classes a try. Ages 16+. Register here
Saturdays from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Village Green
Head down to the Village Green every Saturday from 10am-2pm and support your favorite vendors, farmers and food growers, and catch some amazing musical talent from the stage. Featuring live music by Tom Rawson.
Young Eagles Day
June 13th from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Orcas Airport
This event will offer free Young Eagles flights for youth ages 8–17. Launched in 1992, the Young Eagles program has spent more than 30 years introducing young people to the world of aviation through their first free airplane ride. Participants will receive official Young Eagles logbooks along with personal codes to activate a free Experimental Aircraft Association student membership and access to Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course.
2nd Saturday Teen Game Tournament
June 13th from 3:30-5:30pm at the Orcas Library
Battle it out on the big screen! Compete for bragging rights (and prizes) in our monthly teen gaming tournament.
Seven Sisters: Return of the Matriarchy
June 13th at 5:00pm at the Orcas Center
Indigenous women have played an outsized role in major environmental justice campaigns in the Pacific Northwest. Se’Si’Le, an Indigenous-led nonprofit, is bringing to Orcas Island an event to honor and celebrate these matriarchs as part of its nation-wide 2026 campaign. These courageous women have stood up time and again against overwhelming odds, achieving success through the restorative power and instinctive wisdom that come from being the caregivers of the life they bring into the world. This event is free. They will speak to and through the Sisters’ themes of re-matriation, kin-centric relations, place- based identity, ancestral futures, and intergenerational struggle through to the Seventh Generation.
Live Music at Island Hoppin’ Brewery: Samantha McKaige
June 13th at 5:30pm
Samantha McKaige is a Seattle-born, Boston-based singer-songwriter known for her guitar-driven Americana and folk-inspired sound. Her music draws inspiration from the forests and peaks of the Pacific Northwest, as well as the rivers of Idaho, weaving nature and storytelling into every song.
Contemporary Dance
Sundays from 10:00-11:15am at the Orcas Center Dance Studio
Contemporary Dance meets Sundays & Tuesdays from 10:00-11:15am, at the Orcas Center Dance Studio and Thursdays from 5:15-6:45pm at Odd Fellows Hall. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purchased through the Parks & Rec website or in person at the office(30 Pea Patch Lane, Eastsound, WA).
Sundays from 4:00-5:00pm at the Old Gym
Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purchased through the Parks & Rec website or in person at the office (30 Pea Patch Lane, Eastsound, WA).
Sundays from 4:00-6:00pm at the Old Gym
Join other adult basketball players in pick-up basketball games on the full court in the gym. New and experienced players are invited to join a team. The gym opens at 4pm each Sunday, and play continues through 6pm. Indoor shoes are required. Balls and a first aid kit are provided. Pay $5 for a one-time drop-in, or pay $30 for a 6 month all-access pass that allows you to drop-in to any adult sport, including soccer, volleyball, and ultimate frisbee. Buy your Drop-in Pass Here.
Sundays from 4:00-6:00pm at the Orcas High School Gym
Drop-in 15+ Futsal, $5 drop-in per class or $30 for an all-pass for any drop-in sport. Coordinated by Orcas Island Park and Recreation.
June 14th at 7:00pm
Led by award-winning vocalist and storyteller Derina Harvey, the band is known for its high-energy performances, powerful vocals, and fresh take on traditional Celtic music. Suitable for all ages, the concert promises an unforgettable night of music, humor, and storytelling. Tickets range from $10–$70, with a special $10 student rate. Purchase tickets online at OrcasCenter.org, by phone at 360.376.2281 ext. 1, or in person at the box office.
16+ Volleyball
Wednesday/Sunday from 7:30-9:30pm at the Old Gym
Join adult volleyball players in the gym to learn volleyball and put your skills to the test in rounds of short games. New and experienced players are invited to join and play along. Several players are needed to help set-up and remove the net each time. Indoor shoes are required. Pay $5 for a one-time drop-in, or pay $30 for a 6 month all-access pass that allows you to drop-in to any adult sport, including soccer, basketball, and ultimate frisbee. Purchase your Drop-in Pass Here
