Orcas Today: Wednesday, July 8th

Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
July 8th 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

Tie-Dye Party
July 8th at 11:30am at Island Hoppin’ Brewery
Guests are invited to create their own custom red and blue tie-dyed Orcas Island T-shirt—perfect for showing off island spirit all holiday weekend long. Shirts will be provided (priced by size, up to $22) and are available in sizes ranging from infant to 3XL. Dog bandanas will also be available. Resident artist Heidi will be on hand to help participants create their own unique designs. The festivities will continue while supplies last, so arriving early is encouraged. After the tie-dye fun, guests are invited to stick around and cheer on the U.S. National Team as they take on Bosnia and Herzegovina at 5:00pm.

Estate Planning Workshop
July 8th at 1:00pm at the Orcas Senior Center
Join us for a valuable estate planning session with local attorney Barbara Nesbet, JD, MBA. The presentation will cover estate planning essentials, including wills and powers of attorney, and will offer guidance on how to avoid or minimize the need for a formal court probate process. Attendees will also learn more about the probate process and when a trust may be appropriate for their situation.  All are welcome.

2nd Wednesday Virtual Book Club
July 8th from 1:00-2:00pm
Contact Andrea Reback for more information: areback@orcaslibrary.org.

Teen Snack Bracket
July 8th at 2:00pm at the Orcas Library
Teens join us to test varied snacks every Wednesday at 2 in July!

Sit-N-Stitch Club
July 8th from 3:00-5:00pm 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!

Level 2/3 Ballet 16+
July 8th from 5:30-6:50pm at Orcas Center
Adults Ballet classes are a great way to learn basic ballet steps at the barre to help stretch and strengthen your body. Some ballet classes will learn short choreography in the middle of the floor and work on turns, leaps and jumps. Dancers of all levels are welcome to come give these classes a try. Register Here

Darvill’s Drop-In Romance Book Club
July 8th at 5:30pm
Sexy, smart, and a little scandalous—join Darvill’s low-commitment Romance Book Club. Come for the conversation, stay for the connections.

Wine & Cheese Tasting
July 8th from 6:00-8:00pm at Doe Bay Wine Co.
Enjoy thoughtfully selected wine and cheese pairings while learning about each wine from an expert. Tickets are $20 for the general public and $10 for members.

16+ Adult Volleyball
Wednesday/Sunday from 7:30-9:30pm at the Old Gym
Join adult volleyball players in the gym to learn volleyball and put your skills to the test in rounds of short games. New and experienced players are invited to join and play along. Several players are needed to help set-up and remove the net each time. Indoor shoes are required. Balls and a first aid kit are provided. Pay $5 for a one-time drop-in, or pay $30 for a 6-month all access pass and allows you to drop-in to any adult sport, including soccer, basketball, and ultimate frisbee.

Cascade Lake Loop – Easy

2.7 miles. Slight elevation gain and loss With panoramic views of Cascade Lake and the surrounding hills, this trail is the perfect introduction to the beauty and grandeur of Moran State Park. Parking is available at the Day Use Area, by the South End Campground, or at the western boundary off Rosario Road. The loop is a family-friendly hike with wide, easily marked trails and numerous lookouts for photo shoots or for just taking a break. The trail runs by each Lake Campground and campers can enjoy daily walks to different sections of the lake. A classic style wood bridge crosses a quiet lagoon on the western side of the lake; a popular spot for swimming and fishing. Trails to Sunrise Rock and Cascade Creek join this trail at the South End Campground; pack a backpack lunch and explore the verdant interior of the San Juans’ largest park. The Cascade Lake Loop is open year-round to hikers only.

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Orcas Hotel Café – By Howie

I am an American. Those four little words should tell you everything you need to know about how much I love burgers. Okay, not everything, but I hope you get the idea. There’s nothing quite like it: Meat, Toppings, Condiments, Crispy Toasted Bread, mix and match to your liking (yes, I realize I also just described a normal sandwich, but follow me on this one), and chow down! That being said, I do also realize that not all burgers are created equal: a gourmet burger is not a good comparison to a cookout burger, and while I do enjoy both (very much so), when you decide to up the ante and treat yourself to a restaurant, you expect something a bit more on the decadent side. And, I am pleased to report, that (at least) the food given to me by Orcas Hotel Café did not disappoint! Orcas Hotel has a long history of different chefs and restaurant names gracing its doors, but in the new world of Survive the Pandemic (take that however you will) they have opted for a simpler design: small café, small menu, daily specials, lunch, and dinner; no frills, basically. Their entire ordering process for dinner is online so my esteemed colleague and I had to change up our usual rules, and I took his recommendation for the Cheeseburger with Fries while he went with the Burmese Chicken Curry Special (read Simon’s review of Orcas Hotel Café here). Now, my overly simplified palate may suggest that I got the raw…

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