Orcas Today: Tuesday, August 5th
Vinyasa Yoga at Odd Fellows Hall
Tuesday/Thursday from 10:30-11:30am
Feldenkrais Classes at Orcas Senior Center
August 5th at 11:00am
Discover the power of mindful movement with Andrea Preiss, an experienced physical therapist, Feldenkrais practitioner, and therapeutic eurythmist. Join her for a gentle, seated movement class every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Orcas Senior Center. These sessions blend Feldenkrais and eurythmy techniques to support mobility, balance, stability, and even vision—ideal for all fitness levels. Please wear comfortable clothing and non-slip shoes. Each class is $15. Andrea has nearly 40 years of experience and received her certification in Germany in 1982. Questions? Contact Andrea at sound-movement@hotmail.com or 206-383-7705. Learn more about her work at www.sound-movement.org.
Orcas Island Food Bank
Tuesdays from 12:00-6:30pm next door the Orcas Community Church
11:00am-12:00pm is Golden Hour for ages 65+!
Tech Tuesday
Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00pm at the Orcas Library
Rick Boucher from Orcas Online is available at the library every Tuesday from noon-1pm to answer all manner of computer, phone and tech questions. Not by appointment, drop in only.
Community Lunch at Orcas Island Community Church
Tuesdays from 12:00-1:30pm
Come enjoy a free meal with friends and neighbors, old and new. Interested in providing a meal or volunteering? Contact us! All are welcome.
Fall Prevention Tai Ji Quan
Tuesdays at 1:30pm at Orcas Senior Center
Join Karol Wilson, DPT, for a three month fall prevention Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® class at Orcas Senior Center. Classes are free of charge.
Sip & Shop Event at Primavera + Botanical Bar
August 5th from 2:00-5:00pm
Stop by Primavera and Botanical Bar to sip and shop on refreshments and special discounts!
Dahlia Bouquet Workshop
August 5th from 5:00-7:00pm at Primavera + Botanical Bar
Cost: $135 per person | Limited to 10 participants. Let the beauty of fresh flowers inspire creativity at the Dahlia Bouquet Bar, hosted by Kimberly of Botanical Bar Floral Design. This intimate floral arranging class invites guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant colors, textures, and fragrances of seasonal dahlias—lovingly grown on Kimberly’s own flower farm.Enjoy a freshly made wine spritz or homemade mint sun tea while mingling with fellow flower lovers. Each guest will leave with a one-of-a-kind bouquet to take home, hand-arranged and full of natural charm. For more information, please visit: Dahlia Bouquet Workshop
Evening Vinyasa
Tuesdays at 5:30pm at Orcas Senior Center
Discover the enriching benefits of Vinyasa yoga with Karol Wilson, DPT, a seasoned physical therapist with 30 years of experience. Held Tuesdays at 5:30pm at the Orcas Senior Center, these sessions focus on restoring and enhancing strength, function, flexibility, and balance. The class fee is $15 per session, with a discounted rate of $12 for Orcas Senior Center members. A 10-class pack is available for $100, offering savings for regular attendees. For inquiries, please reach out to Karol Wilson at karol.wilson@live.com
Trivia Tuesdays at Island Hoppin’ Brewery
Tuesdays at 5:30pm
No fee to enter. Teams up to 5. Bring your friends and your thinking cap as Duncan will test the limits of your knowledge!
Knit Night with Salish Sea Yarn Co.
August 5th from 6:00-7:00pm at the Orcas Library
Expert knitter, creative artist, and local business owner Katie Gaible is hosting FREE knit nights for folks 12+. Some materials will be provided. If you’ve ever wanted to learn to knit or need an excuse to get out of the house Tuesday evenings, join a friendly group of folks at the library.
OICMF Orcas~trations: Candlelight Classics
August 5th at 7:30pm at Orcas Center
Pre-Concert Talk Navigating the music world as a young artist (Free, open to the public) will be held before the c concert at 6:30pm. $45 Adult, $10 Ages 6-18 (OICMF concerts are not appropriate for children under 6)
There is an additional $2 per ticket fee.
