Yoga & Wellness Retreat
June 6th-8th at Pebble Cove Farm
Unplug, get present, and anchor into your worth. 10+ hours of yoga/wellness instruction, wholesome vegan healing food, housing, and access to hot tub, beach, and garden (does not include transportation to/from Orcas Island). Lead instructor is Nancy Burtenshaw with guest instructor Kim Hutchinson. Early Bird Pricing through April 18 Single: $1,295 ($1,395 after April 18) Double: $1,175 ($1,275 after April 18) Triple: $975 ($1,075 after April 18) Deposit $300 to hold your spot. Payment plans available. Venmo: @Nancy-BurtenshawLLC Email: nancy@nancyburtenshaw.com
Kids Storytime at the Orcas Island Library
May 23rd from 11:00am-12:00pm
Join Jenny for storytime in our kids section!
First Friday Book Group
June 6th 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
June 6th 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. 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
On Stage at Orcas Center: Pearl Django
June 6th at 7:00pm
Presented by the Orcas Island Jazz Festival. With a performance history spanning more than 29 years and having released 15 CDs, Pearl Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style groups working today. Although the band’s roots are firmly in the music made famous by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, its extensive repertoire includes traditional jazz classics and original compositions.
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 this week by JP and the OK Rhythm Boys.
Olga Book Donation Event
June 7th from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Olga Store
Driving to Eastsound got you down? Drop your books by the Olga Store, and we’ll haul them to the Library for you! support Friends of Orcas Island Library and do a little spring cleaning at the same time.
A Call to Action: The Preservation of Madrona Point
June 7th at 2:00pm at Orcas Center
Peter Fisher will be holding a free slideshow and talk on the Orcas Center main stage, discussing how the Orcas and Lummi community joined together in the 1980’s to save Madrona Point, and present further actions the community can take to preserve this sacred land. This is a free event, but donations to the sponsors, Orcas Center and the Historical Museum, gladly accepted. More info at: https://orcascenter.org/event/a-call-to-action-the-preservation-of-madrona-point/
OI Middle School BBQ Fundraiser
June 7th from 3:00-6:00pm at Bonnie Brook/Wescott Farm
Join OI Middle School families for a fun-filled BBQ fundraiser to help send students to NatureBridge camp—a unique experience that deepens students’ connection to nature and each other. Enjoy delicious food, community spirit, and support a great cause! Located at 631 West Beach Road.
On Stage at Orcas Center: Kraken Comedy Live Stand Up
June 7th at 7:00pm
Prepare yourself for a night filled with laughter and fun at the upcoming Stand-Up Comedy Show presented by Kraken Comedy and hosted by Jamey Moriarty. Sure to be a night of side-splitting comedy with performances by Sam Miller, Lynette Manning, JohnnyBgame, and Jamey Moriarty. These talented comedians will take the stage and leave you in stitches with their sharp wit, and hilarious stories! https://orcascenter.org/event/kraken-comedy-live-stand-up-june25/
The Light Eaters Discussion
June 8th at 5:00pm at the Orcas Island Library
Join the Orcas Island Library & the Garden Club for a fascinating talk on The Light Eaters, exploring plant intelligence and the mysteries of the natural world.
