Yogalele
June 4th at 8:30am at Orcas Center
Start your Thursdays right with energizing and relaxing Yogalele! Yogalele is yoga with ukulele. Yogalele combines peaceful breathing and stretching with calm plucking and energizing strumming. No experience necessary, suitable for all ages levels (yoga and musical), and you don’t even need a ukulele – non-players love the live music vibration while players feel closer to their instruments and their music. Each session begins with a brief review of the chords that will be used, followed by a series of uke-accompanied asanas, some with sound, some more internalized. Wrist-friendly and balance-enhancing, Yogalele is truly for everyone. Tuition choices include sliding scale single class or 9-week pass options. Pre-register at orcascenter.org/classes or pay via cash, check or QR code upon arrival. Please bring a mat and, if you wish, a ukulele. Questions? Email Anita at anita@rockisland.com.
Chair Yoga at Orcas Senior Center
June 4th from 10:00-10:45am
Join the Senior Center for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participants to explore balance poses without the concern of falling. Susie Frank, an Orcas resident of over 30 years, brings her expertise, having practiced yoga since 2009. While Susie suggests a $15 donation per class, no one will be turned away due to financial constraints. For inquiries, reach out to Susie directly at 360.298.4484 or sissooz@yahoo.com.
Etch a Sketch Circle
June 4th at 1:30pm at the Orcas Senior Center
Join the Etch A Sketch Circle with Anita Orne of AnitASketch every Thursday for a fun hour of art and conversation. Each session begins with a prompt and quick demo, followed by relaxed sketching, chatting, and sharing. Anita will offer tips along the way, and when we’re done, we’ll simply “shake it off” for next time! No experience needed, just curiosity and a sense of play. By donation. (Etch A Sketches not provided, but easy to find new or used.)
Spirit of Drumming Group
June 4th at 1:30pm at the 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.