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Orcas Today: Wednesday, December 31st

Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
December 31st 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

Doe Bay Wine Co. Annual NYE Champagne Celebration
December 31st from 12:00-8:00pm
Ring in the New Year with Doe Bay Wine Company’s annual day drinking celebration, featuring champagne and other festive pours all day from noon to 7pm, plus enjoy 10% off all bubbles to take home!

New Year’s Eve Indoor Labyrinth Walk
December 31st from 4:00-6:00pm at the Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall
An annual community indoor labyrinth walk will take place at the Emmanuel Parish Hall, welcoming all to walk in peace to quiet music as the new year approaches. This reflective gathering offers a chance to release the old year, find renewed resolve, and enter the new year with intention. All are welcome.

New Year’s Eve at Houlme
December 31st from 5:00-9:00pm
It’s time to make your New Year’s Eve plans and what better way to commemorate new beginnings than with an incredible evening at Houlme featuring a special 6-course dinner. As always, space is very limited so visit https://www.houlme.com/ to secure your reservation today!

Level 2/3 Ballet 16+
December 31st 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

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.

New Year’s Eve at Doe Bay Cafe
December 31st at 8:30pm
Experience the future-nostalgic sounds of General Mojo’s as they perform ethereal jams with glossy sonic landscapes, driving rhythms, and soaring crystalline vocal melodies. Doors open at 8:30pm and the café closes at 12:30am after ringing in the new year!

New Year’s Eve at the Orcas Hotel
December 31st at 9:00pm
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with cocktails, food, music, and plenty of dancing at the Orcas Hotel. The night features guest DJs Michael Antonia and Crocs with Socks to keep the party going into the New Year. This is a 21+ event.

New Year’s Eve at the Lower Tavern
December 31st at 9:00pm
The Lower Tavern is hosting a New Year’s Eve Rhinestone Bash featuring Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms Band!  9:00pm start time, more info to come. Wear all your sparkles!

Get out and Hike

Little Summit Trail – Difficult

2.2 miles. 430 feet elevation gain/loss Little Summit rests above Mountain Lake on the eastern side of Mount Constitution. The Little Summit Trail starts at one of the best picnic vistas in Moran State Park, with several tables for visitors to relax on as they enjoy views of Mount Pickett and the south sound. The trail continues along the sloping ridge of the mountain towards the summit through variable terrain populated by switchbacks, ant hills, and ancient Lodgepole Pine growth. Several vantage points along the trail offer breathtaking views and photo opportunities of eastern Orcas Island, including Mountain Lake and Twin Lakes, and the waters of the Salish Sea. Take the mid-way cutoff towards the Cold Springs Trail for further hiking or continue the ascent towards the summit and see the best view in the San Juan Islands.

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A Bite Of Orcas

Kingfish at West Sound – By Howie

I am not, in any way, shape, or form, a guru in the ways of fine dining. Asking someone like me for advice on whether one fancy restaurant is better than another is more akin to asking a robin which tree is better for them to build a nest in. I will, however, argue vehemently that I love food (not that there’s anyone arguing with me, just a self-debate to pass the time), more so than others; be it American, Mexican, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, the list would continue to the end of the page if I had my way (though my editor would have quite the hissy fit). So while I may be spouting off my own nonsense about what I think of a restaurant, I hope that my personal preferences invigorate you to explore new places, and sample new dishes, as I will be doing throughout these reviews. Alright, enough BS; let’s get started with Kingfish at West Sound! Kingfish boasts a wonderful view from the deck, and a decent view from the seat facing the front door (I’m told by my esteemed colleague…

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