Orcas Today: Thursday, May 14th
Chair Yoga at Orcas Senior Center
May 14th 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 14th 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 14th 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.
In Conversation with Ken Kwapis
May 14th at 6:00pm at Sea View Theater
Orcas Island Public Library will host a special evening with award-winning director Ken Kwapis on May 14th. The event will feature a Q&A-style conversation exploring Kwapis’s career in film and television, his experience adapting books for the screen, and his memoir, What I Really Want To Do Is Direct. Kwapis, who lives part-time on Orcas Island, has directed acclaimed feature films including A Walk in the Woods, He’s Just Not That Into You, and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, along with numerous beloved television series. His television work includes helping launch shows such as The Office, The Larry Sanders Show, and Malcolm in the Middle, earning Emmy nominations for both directing and producing. Darvill’s Bookstore will be onsite selling copies of What I Really Want To Do Is Direct following the discussion. The event is free and open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend for an evening of film, storytelling, and conversation.
