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Orcas Today: Wednesday, September 2nd

Virtual Strength Training with Pam Evans
Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30-9:30pm
Join Pam for a non-impact strength, conditioning, and flexibility workout. Each class includes a warmup, standing exercises with optional weights, and floor work for legs, abs, and glutes—plus plenty of stretching. Pam has taught on Orcas for over 20 years and holds certifications in Aerobics and Personal Training. For details, contact Pam at pamela@rockisland.com.

Mobility Assistance Program
Monday/Wednesday from 10:00-11:00am, Friday from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Senior Center
If you are in need of borrowing some temporary mobility equipment, then the Lions Club is here to help!  With the generous help of Kay Miller and Stephen Bentley, the Lions Club offers a loan program for various types of mobility equipment.  A Lions Club member is onsite to offer assistance Monday and Wednesday from 10:00-11:00am & Friday from 10:00-noon.

Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
September 2nd 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

Senior Lunch
Monday/Wednesday from 11:30-12:30pm at the Senior Center
Diners enjoy delicious meals, engaging conversation, live piano music by Ron Myers and art exhibits by the Orcas Senior Center Visual Arts Committee. No Reservation is Needed! There is a suggested donation of $6.00 per meal for guests aged 60 and older (Spouses/partners, disabled dependents, and unpaid caregivers of guests aged 60 and older also have a suggested donation of $5.00 per meal). Cost for guests under the age of 60 is $8.50 per meal.

Spite & Malice Card Group at Orcas Senior Center
Wednesdays from 12:30-3:00pm
Join us after lunch on Wednesday for some lively games and great company. We’d be thrilled to welcome you into the fold. For more information, feel free to contact Maggie Kaplan at mkaplan@centurytel.com or 360-376-5372. Let’s make Wednesdays the highlight of your week!

Sit-N-Stitch Club
September 2nd 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!

Knit & Fibercraft Night
September 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm at the Orcas Library
Join expert knitter Katie Johansen to learn, work on a project, and socialize.

Wine & Cheese Tasting
September 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm at Doe Bay Wine Co.
Enjoy thoughtfully curated lineups featuring new wines and cheeses every month — everyone is welcome! Tickets can be purchased here.