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Orcas Today: March 29th-31st

Ladies Intermediate Tennis
Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9:00-11:00am at Buck Park
Free, drop-in, ages 16 and older.

Children of the Setting Sun Art Exhibit & Film Screening
March 29th from 5:30-7:30pm at the Orcas Center
The Visual Arts Committee (VAC) of Orcas Center is honored to welcome Children of the Setting Sun with their exhibit, “From Time Immemorial.” Children of the Setting Sun’s mission is to create and share Indigenous stories of gratitude, generosity, and respect. Join us as Children of the Setting Sun share the memories of our homeland and deepen understanding of the things they are working towards today. We hope to see you for the opening of this powerful exhibit and film screening. Hyʻshqe!

Holy Week Services at Orcas Island Community Church
March 29th at 6:30pm – Good Friday Service
March 30th at 9:00am – Holy Saturday Prayer Vigil
March 31st at 6:15am – Sunrise Service on Mt. Constitution
March 31st at 10:00am – Easter Service

On Screen at Seaview Theater: Cabrini
March 29th & 30th at 7:30pm
Rated PG-13.

Adult Intermediate Tennis
Saturdays from 8:00am-12:00pm at Buck Park
Free, ages 18 and older.

The Lion’s Club Annual Egg Hunt
March 30th at 10:00am at the Cascade Lake Day Use Area
Free parking provided by the Lions Club. Separate egg hunting grounds for the wee ones, little ones, and big kids. Come meet the Easter Bunny!  All are welcome to enjoy this community tradition.

Orcas Library Storytime
March 30th from 11:00am-11:30pm

Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
March 30th at 5:30pm at the Orcas Center
All members and prospective members are invited to share, collaborate, and plan while enjoying amazing company, food, drink, and music. For event details and to purchase tickets, join or renew your Chamber membership, or for member directory and map/guide update forms, go here!

Easter Brunch at Orcas Hotel
March 31st
Enjoy a three-course brunch with that beautiful view from the Norbu’s Dining Room while being entertained by the incredible jazz duo of Steve Alboucq and Gene Nery!

Easter Brunch and Dinner at New Leaf
March 31st
Brunch and dinner reservations are available here!

Easter Brunch at Madrona Bar & Grill
March 31st
Call now for reservations!

Indoor Pickleball
Sundays from 10:00am-12:00pm in the Old Gym
$2 drop in enrollment.

On Stage at Orcas Center: Pamyua
March 31st at 7:00pm
Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Inuit culture as Pamyua takes the stage, using the universal language of music and dance to share indigenous knowledge and history.

Indoor Volleyball
Wednesday/Sunday from 7:30-9:30pm in the Old Gym
Ages 16+, $2 drop in fee.

Get out and Hike

Cascade Creek Trail – Easy to Challenging

One of the best paths through the wooded southern section of Moran State Park runs along Cascade Creek, the stream that helps feed Cascade Falls. Traditionally starting at the South Campground of Cascade Lake, the Creek Trail winds through some of the oldest growth on Orcas and brings hikers past many man-made and natural landmarks including the south entrance bridge and the Lower Falls. Hikers can opt to enjoy themselves by the Falls, or continue the trail into the woods and meadows that hem the Creek up to the spillway at Mountain Lake. This trail features some switchbacks, but otherwise is quite easy to handle and a wonderful chance to see undisturbed natural growth and wildlife in the heart of Moran State Park.

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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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