Orcas Today: Thursday, May 28th

Chair Yoga at Orcas Senior Center
May 21st 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.

Etch a Sketch Circle
May 21st at 1:30pm at the Orcas Senior Center
Join the Etch A Sketch Circle with Anita Orne of AnitASketch every Thursday for a fun hour of art and conversation. Each session begins with a prompt and quick demo, followed by relaxed sketching, chatting, and sharing. Anita will offer tips along the way, and when we’re done, we’ll simply “shake it off” for next time! No experience needed, just curiosity and a sense of play. By donation. (Etch A Sketches not provided, but easy to find new or used.)

Spirit of Drumming Group
May 21st at 1:30pm at the 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.

Emmanuel Monthly Community Dinner
May 28th from 5:00-6:00pm at the Emmanuel Epsicopal Parish
This month’s menu features pasta primavera. As always, there is never a charge, and all are welcome.

Our Voices Together
May 28th from 6:00-8:00pm at the Orcas Library
During the evening, attendees can learn more about the Orcas Voices Oral History program, which aims to amplify and preserve local stories of joy, hardship, and life on the island. Participants can also get crafty and press their own button or make a bookmark. The library will provide recommendations for LGBTQ+ books and story-sharing resources. The event is free and includes a vegan and gluten-free dinner. Orcas Island Historical Museums can be contacted at info@orcasmuseums.org or 360.376.4849 for more information or to request accessibility accommodations. The event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the community and look forward to Orcas Pride events, taking place June 12-14.

OrcasFest
May 28th-30th
The second annual OrcasFest kicks off with a community square dance at Odd Fellows Hall on May 28th from 7:00-9:00pm. Daytime, evening & late night concerts, dances, jams & workshops will be happening at Odd Fellows, Orcas Center and around town at various smaller venues Friday and Saturday including: Cafe Aurora, the Wee Chapel at Outlook Inn, The Barnacle, The Lower Tavern, Printshop, Orcas Bakery, and Squeezers. Tickets are still available! Don’t miss out on this chance to ramble around town! Day and weekend passes can be purchased at orcasfest.com. OrcasFest is a celebration of music and community started by Reeb Willms and Orcas Island born Caleb Klauder and Tashi Litch. These three touring musicians hatched a plan to bring the world class music that they encounter out on the road back home to Orcas Island to be experienced by locals and visitors. They wanted to create a setting where music could be experienced in small intimate venues around Eastsound, bringing joyous energy to town, and giving everyone a rare and unique way to see and hear these great musicians up close!

WSF Orcas Ferry Holding

Cascade Falls Trail – Easy

.25 mile. 130 feet elevation loss The perfectly and naturally framed Cascade Falls are some of Moran State Park’s most well-known and popular natural wonders. The trail to the falls begins just off Mount Constitution road, where parking is available and leads quickly to the Upper Falls. These smaller falls give a taste of what is to come and serve as the source for the gentle stream that flows along the trail down to the Lower Falls. Several promontories above the falls provide excellent photo opportunities and the spray comes all the way up to the trail during the rainy seasons. The trail ultimately winds down to a bridge over the stream, where primitive trails wind through the brush directly to the falls. The water is cold, but when the stream runs low visitors can walk out right under the falls. This sometimes steep but short trail is a wonderful chance for all ages to enjoy natural water wonders on Orcas Island.

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Orcas Hotel Cafe – By Simon

Overview At Western Washington University, in Bellingham Washington, there is a section of sidewalk outside the Student Union building that the community calls ‘Vendor’s Row’. Local food vendors from around Bellingham –generally four per day and often the same folks –come and sell their food to hungry staff and students. The stand furthest on the left is an Indian vendor. They make an excellent Tikka Masala. Buttery, full of flavor, perfectly paired with seasonal veggies, and all of that for just $5. I remember their food fondly. I find that many times in life the advice “don’t judge a book by its cover” is just bad advice. From an exterior one can often see strong indications of what lay within, for good or bad. A fresh, shiny, and new appearance can convey strong feelings of modern elegance and class. Of being on the cutting edge. While a historic building, refit to be usable, can instill a sense of heritage, history, and charm. Using a historic building as the location for a restaurant is a decision that should be weighed heavily, and the proprietor should be willing to bend to the will of the beams, boards, and windowpanes amongst which they seek to find a home. Fashion experts may…

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