Orcas Today: Wednesday, August 5th

Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
August 5th at 10:00am at the Orcas Senior Center
Gather in a supportive, non-judgmental space to process grief and mourning with the Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group Wednesdays at 10am at Orcas Senior Center. This group is designed to help normalize your feelings, facilitate healing, and provide understanding. This is a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. For questions, contact George Eberle at 360.298.2829 or John Ehrmantraut at casadonjuan12@gmail.com or 760.325.0677

Sit-N-Stitch Club
August 5th from 3:30-5:00pm at the Orcas Library
Learn how to embroider with Ms. Jenny and Ms Elena with this 10-week workshop. We’ll make a stitch sample book with all supplies provided. Sign up early as this class will be fill up fast!

Primavera & Botanical Bar Garden Party
August 5th from 4:00-6:00pm
Guests can enjoy refreshments, special sale items, tarot readings, and shopping featuring Primavera, Botanical Bar, and Pearce Fine Jewelry. Stop by for an afternoon of community, self-care, and unique local offerings.

Level 2/3 Ballet 16+
August 5th from 5:30-6:50pm at 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. Register Here

Wine & Cheese Tasting
August 5th from 6:00-8:00pm at Doe Bay Wine Co.
Each month’s tasting features a thoughtfully curated selection of wines and cheeses, offering guests the chance to discover new flavors from around the world in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking for a fun evening out, there’s always something new to explore. Tickets are $20 per person and advance purchase is recommended.

WSF Orcas Ferry Holding

Mount Constitution Loop – Difficult

6.7 miles. 1,490 feet elevation gain and loss For a great exploratory trek across Mount Constitution’s steep eastern face try the Mount Constitution Loop trail. Park at Mountain Lake to commence a steep climb towards the crest of the mountain where the trail will join with the Little Summit to Mount Constitution Trail. Follow the route through wooded hills, with marvelous views of Lummi Island and the Salish Sea, towards the summit and stone tower lookout. Once at the summit, the trail crosses the parking lot and continues down to Twin Lakes, then running south for a shaded woodland hike through the park’s largely undisturbed wooded interior back to Mountain Lake. Ambitious hikers can continue on the Mountain Lake Loop Trail, or cut straight back to the camping area. Make sure to come well prepared for this long, invigorating hike through some of Moran State Park’s most variable and primal terrain.

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Matthew’s Smokehouse & Deli – By Howie

‘Tis a tale as old as time (or at least two hundred and fifty years, give or take): Man put meat, butter, and oil together, cooked it, and the best food in the world was made! Okay, maybe a bit of an exaggeration; what you need to know is this: I love southern cuisine. Yes, I do realize most of it is likely not the healthiest option out there (heck, even the greens are usually slathered in butter and salt), but southern food is still one of the most beloved edible styles out there. Which is quite a bit of preamble to get to my point: Matthew’s Smokehouse & Deli nailed it down easily and left me excited for the opportunity to grace its halls with my gluttonous presence another time. Also, I must be forthcoming with you, dear readers, that though our first foray into the culinary world of Orcas Island was quite the side of the finer things in life, Matthew’s Smokehouse elects for a more stripped-down feel. Seating is open, food is ordered at a counter (as are drinks), and the only service you receive from the staff besides ordering and payment is being given your meal. Patrons collect their own silverware, fill their own water glasses, and retrieve…

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