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Imagine Music & Arts Festival
September 5th-7th at Doe Bay Resort
Imagine Fest returns to the shores of Doe Bay Resort for a weekend of unforgettable performances and creative experiences. Learn more at imaginegathering.com

Kids Storytime at the Orcas Island Library
September 5th from 11:00am-12:00pm
Join Jenny for storytime in our kids section!

First Friday Book Group
September 5th from 12:00-1:00pm at the Orcas Island Library
Join community members in person at the library to discuss this month’s book selection.  The same book will be discussed over Zoom on the 2nd Saturday of the month.  Please contact areback@orcaslibrary.org for more information.

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

Teen Book Club
September 5th from 3:30-6:00pm at the Orcas Library
Sign up for the Teen Book Bag to receive the monthly book selection and other book goodies. Email Angie at areed@orcaslibrary.org with questions and find more information at orcaslibrary.org/teen-reads

Big Apples, Big Business: How Washington Became the Apple State
September 5th from 4:00-5:00pm at the Orcas Library
In this talk, explore how Washington became the top apple producing state in the country, and how, in the process, it transformed apples into an industrialized commodity. Many regions in the West attempted to grow apples, but in Washington, big apples became big business thanks to the work of scientists, investors, irrigators, railroad corporations, marketers, and apple growers. How does the history of Washington apples reflect larger changes happening in the American food system—changes that continue to affect our environment and the way we eat today?

First Fridays Music at The Grange
September 5th at 7:00pm
Featuring Diver Dan.  Classic rock–The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Santana and more! $15 cover, fundraiser for The Grange.

Orcas Island Farmers Market
Saturdays from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Village Green
The 2025 Summer Farmers Market promises to be better than ever! All Summer long you can 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 Orcatrazz Swing Band.

Yoga Workshop at Orcas Senior Center
September 6th at 10:30am
Join Tara Plank for an energizing LYT Yoga Workshop from 10:30am to 11:45am at Orcas Senior Center. This core-focused vinyasa practice, inspired by LYT Yoga and developed by a skilled physical therapist assistant, follows a specialized blueprint based on neurodevelopmental principles. The workshop is designed to correct postural imbalances and enhance movement efficiency.

Jr. Ranger: Can You Survive as a Salmon?
September 6th from 12:00-1:00pm & 2:00-3:00pm at Cascade Lake
Calling all Jr. Rangers! Join the fun at Moran State Park and Role-play as a salmon or one of the major obstacles they face in completing their lifecycle in this high-energy game! Ages 6 and up are welcome to participate! Located at the day-use area across the road from Cascade Lake playground.

Hoedown at the Hangar
September 6th from 2:00-10:00pm at Slanted Apple Farm
Join your island friends and neighbors at the 3rd Annual Hoedown at the Hangar – a live charity concert on an historic grass airstrip in West Sound. This year’s music lineup includes Champagne Sundays-a glam folk group from Tacoma, and back for a second year is Darci Carlson “The Outlaw Country Queen” from Austin, Texas. The 2025 headlining act is Portland’s Best of Both Worlds, a Van Halen tribute band. Plus, Orcas’ own The Studs will be performing at the after party in the Hangar Bar. There’s a beer, wine, and cider garden and great food vendors. Kids are free and friendly dogs are welcome. Camping available on site. All proceeds go towards supporting four great Orcas Island organizations: Sail Orcas, The Children’s House, Orcas Community Resource Center, and the Orcas Island Wrestling Club. Gates open at 2pm with local, young future stars starting at 3pm and headliners at 4pm. Tickets and more information at slantedapplefarm.com or @hoedown_at_the_hangar

Moran State Park Bingo
September 6th from 4:00-5:00pm at Cascade Lake
Come learn about the interesting plants & animals that call this Park home while playing Moran Bingo!  Prizes awarded 7 all ages welcome. Located at the day-use area across the road from Cascade Lake playground.

Talk & Walk: CCC Legacy & The Tower
September 7th from 11:00am-5:00pm at the Mt. Constitution Visitors Center
Join Ranger Kathy & tower expert Rolf Eriksen for a lesson on Moran’s Civilian Conservation Corps chapter. Ages 12 and up. Located at the Mt.Constitution Summit Visitor Center & Tower.…