August 28th 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.
Emmanuel’s Monthly Dinner Kitchen
August 28th from 5:00-6:00pm at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church
On August 28, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00pm, Emmanuel will host its monthly dinner, featuring an Old-Fashioned BBQ. Come enjoy delicious food, friendly company, and a relaxed evening together. All are welcome!
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.
Seaside Supper Series: Crab Boil at Outlook Inn
August 28th from 5:00-7:30pm
Roll up your sleeves, it’s crab season on Orcas! Every Thursday, join us at the waterfront for a festive Summer Crab Boil featuring local crab, shrimp, red potatoes, corn, and onions, served family style with sweeping views of Eastsound. And top it all off with a bright, housemade lemon bar and good company for the perfect summer celebration. Kids 10 and under eat for half price, and our bar will be open for ice-cold drinks and sunny-day sips. Reservations are required.
Orcas Alcoholics Anonymous Weekly Meeting
Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 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
Woof Time
August 28th 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!
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.
Open Mic at Doe Bay Cafe
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Doors open at 5:00pm, music at 6:30pm!
