Orcas Today: Wednesday, February 11th
Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
February 11th 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
Second Wednesday Virtual Book Club
February 11th from 1:00-2:00pm
Contact Andrea Reback for more information: areback@orcaslibrary.org
Kids Frame Workshop
February 11th from 2:30-4:30pm at the Orcas Library
Decorate a frame to remind your loved ones what they care most about – YOU! All supplies provided for free thanks to Friends of the Orcas Island Library.
Grilled Cheese Showdown
February 11th from 5:00pm at the Orcas High School Cafeteria
Join The Orcas Island Education Foundation invites the community to the Grilled Cheese Showdown 2026, a family-friendly fundraiser held in the Orcas Island School cafeteria. Admission includes soup and six grilled cheese tastings (a sandwich and a half of comfort food!), plus a bake sale by donation. Guests also get to vote for the winning sandwich. Six teams will compete, including Island Market, Orcas Hotel, The Lower, and three father-and-son teams: Matt & Kirin Carpenter, Evan & Charlie Westcott, and Ezra & Hayes Richardson. Each team brings creativity to the griddle, but only one will take home the title. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for kids under 13. Seatings will be at 5:00pm, 5:30pm, and 6:00pm, and all proceeds benefit the Orcas Island Education Foundation, supporting Orcas Island public schools. Buy your tickets here: https://givebutter.com/V7N1Av
Level 2/3 Ballet 16+
February 11th 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.
16+ Futsal
February 11th from 7:30-9:30pm at Orcas Island High School
Drop-in 15+ Futsal, Wednesdays 7:30pm- 9:30pm at the Orcas Island High School Gym. $5 drop-in per class or $30 for an all-pass for any drop-in sport. Coordinated by Orcas Island Park and Recreation.
