Kids Storytime at the Orcas Island Library
April 4th from 11:00am-12:00pm
Join Jenny for storytime in our kids section!
First Friday Book Club
April 4th from 12:00-1:00pm at the Orcas Library
Contact Andrea Reback for more information: areback@orcaslibrary.org.
Teen Book Club: Read Between the Lines
April 4th from 3:30-5:30pm at the Orcas Library
Sign up for the Teen Book Bag to receive the monthly book selection and other book goodies. Attend optional book discussions and movie showings on the First Friday of the month at 3:30 PM. Email Angie at areed@orcaslibrary.org with questions and find more information at orcaslibrary.org/teen-reads
The Kitchen Pop-Up at Odd Fellows Hall
Fridays from 4:00-7:00pm
Island institution The Kitchen returns to feed your body and spirit with a Fridays pop-up down stairs Odd Fellows Hall. The Hall has been undergoing renovations and you won’t want to miss this exciting addition to the scene! The Kitchen will be accepting phone orders, but please no voicemails! Get your order in at: 206.581.1913
Gathering of the Eagles Benefit & Auction
April 4th from 5:00-6:00pm at Odd Fellows Hall
Join Friends of the San Juans, the Odd Fellows of Orcas Island, and Carrie Bowman for a special benefit dinner and art auction in support of this years Gathering of the Eagles Canoe Journey to be held May 17-26.
Earth Day Parade Workshop
April 5th from 11:00am-3:00pm & April 6th from 1:00-4:00pm at the West Sound Community Hall
Gather with friends and create your Procession of the Species theme costume – or create a contingent. This is an open studio makerspace workshop! The Procession of the Species Parade is on Saturday, April 26.
Siren’s Call Pop-Up at Island Hoppin’ Brewery
April 5th from 1:00-7:00pm
Siren’s Call pop-up at Island Hoppin’ Brewery serving up some delicious eats to accompany those delicious island brews.
Spring Swing at Odd Fellows Hall
April 5th from 7:00-9:00pm
Do you like music from the Big Band Era? Do you like to dance?! Then join the 17-member Orcatrazz Band for some Big Band sounds, playing music from Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, and many others. Admission by donation. This is an event not to be missed!
Indoor Adult Drop-In Pickleball
Sundays from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Old Gym
Conversations with Morality Film Series
April 6th at 3:30pm at Orcas Center
Join the Threshold Collective for a special four-week series exploring the end of life in all its different expressions. Each event will have a film, discussion, and opportunity to learn about local resources. The Threshold Collective will be in the Madrona Room from 3:30-5pm sharing information on a variety of topics. There will be a table with information on MyDirectives, a free online platform that leads you through the process of filling out your Medical Directive. Other tables include The Orcas Conservation/Green Burial Project, Death Cafe, Orcas Library and a proposed “public memorial board” for downtown Eastsound. Films will start at 5pm with discussions following the films.
Lenten Vespers Service
April 6th at 5:00pm at Orcas Community Church
The Orcas Island Community Church will once again host Lenten Vespers services, beginning March 9 and continuing through April 13. These contemplative gatherings will take place each Sunday evening at 5pm in the church sanctuary. Lenten Vespers offers a space for prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal during the season of Lent. Each service will include music, scripture readings, meditation, and a time of silence.
