Orcas Today: October 24th-26th
Kids Storytime at the Orcas Island Library
October 24th from 11:00am-12:00pm
Join Jenny for storytime in our kids section!
Art with Carla at the Orcas Senior Center
Fridays from 1:00-3:00pm
Led by experienced artist Carla Stanley, this lighthearted class focuses on the creative process with a strong belief in your artistic potential, regardless of skill level. The class is $10 (or $8 for OSC members). Contact Carla at 360.317.5652 or onlyonorcas@gmail.com to secure your spot. Uncover your artistic potential and join creative Fridays at Orcas Senior Center!
Needlework Circle at The Orcas Senior Center
Fridays from 2:00-6:00pm
Join this weekly gathering for knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and all needleworkers at Orcas Senior Center, every Friday at 2pm. Come hang out—no project required! Whether you haven’t knitted in years, want to learn to crochet, or just want to relax and chat, you’ll find a wonderful selection of donated yarn, needles, books, and plenty of friendly advice. For more information, contact Edy Hansen at edy@orcasseniors.org or 206.413.6167
Teen Event: Spooky Movie Fridays
October 24th from 4:00-5:45pm at the Orcas Library
Get in the Halloween spirit with a different spooky (but teen-friendly!) movie every Friday. Popcorn provided!
Oktoberfest Dinner at New Leaf Cafe
October 24th at 4:30 & 6:30pm
New Leaf Café will be hosting an Oktoberfest Dinner for $85 per guest with two seating options available, 4:30–6pm or 6:30–8pm. Guests will enjoy a family-style evening celebrating the flavors and traditions of Bavaria, featuring classic entrées such as Jäger schnitzel, bratwurst, and beer-braised cabbage, paired with house-made sides including spaetzle, warm German potato salad, sauerkraut, and soft pretzels with beer cheese. To finish, a decadent slice of German chocolate cake will be served as the perfect finale. Each dish will be plated and presented together, inviting guests to pass, share, and create their own personalized plates. Draft beer selections will also be featured to complement the evening’s menu. Below are the reservation links for both seating options:
—4:30-6pm: https://resy.com/cities/eastsound-wa/venues/new-leaf-cafe/events/oktoberfest-4-30-pm-seating-2025-10-24?date=2025-09-26&seats=2
Art Opening at Orcas Center: Alexis Terry Bouchard
October 24th from 5:30-7:00pm
Join the Visual Arts Committee for featured Artist Alexis Terry Bouchard, with a community show, “The Art of Recycling” in the Madrona Room. The evening includes a fashion show highlighting creative pieces made from discarded or found materials. For more information, visit: https://orcascenter.org/event/art-exhibit-alexis-bouchard-recycling/
Orcas Island Fall Farmers Market
October 25th from 10:00am-2:00pm at the OISD Cafeteria
The 2025 Fall Farmers Market promises to be better than ever! Now through November, you can head over to the Orcas Island School Cafeteria every Saturday and support your favorite vendors, farmers, and food growers, and catch some amazing musical talent from the stage. Featuring live music by Summer Barbone.
Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup
October 25th from 10:00am-2:00pm at The Exchange
Everything from cleaning supplies to pesticides to epoxies will be accepted. Please DO NOT bring the following:
– NO liquid fuels
– NO paints and stains -these may be brought in to ORS for FREE any other day of the year.
– NO Motor oil and Antifreeze – these are not accepted at HHW events and are $2.00/gallon to dispose of during normal ORS hours.
Camp Orkila Fall Festival
October 15th from 1:00-4:00pm
It’s time for another treasured island tradition! The Fall Festival at Camp Orkila is a free event full of adventure and food, treats, and cider to warm you up. Participate in pumpkin carving, cider-pressing, face painting, archery, climbing at the Climbing Tower, games, zip lining*, and much more! *Please note: you must be 3rd Grade or above to ride the zip line.
Island Hoppin’ Brewery Pumpkin Carving
October 25th at 1:00pm
Join Island Hoppin’ Brewery for a Spooky Night! Celebrate the season with an evening of pumpkin carving, live music by Release the Kraken (starts at 6pm), delicious eats from Poutine Your Mouth, and of course, fresh island-brewed beer! Pumpkins will be available on a first-come, first-served basis — carve one to take home for a small fee or leave it behind to help decorate the brewery. Prizes will be awarded for the best carvings!
Mushroom Identification Hike
October 25th at 2:30pm at the South Arch Parking Area
Please join local naturalist River Augenstein for this series of FREE mushroom identification hikes “Waterfall Fungus Foray” – Cascade Falls Loop from South Arch – 2.5 miles roundtrip on the beautiful “waterfall trail”. Moderate with some uphill. Meet at South Arch parking area. You will learn about many of the regions distinctive mushroom species; where they grow, how they live and and which species are edible or medicinal. There will be an emphasis on mycological nomenclature using the binomial system of classification. All hikes begin at 2:30pm sharp, meet at Trailhead. Call 360.376.5080 for more information. Bring water, warm clothing and appropriate footwear
Island Voices: Share Your Words
October 25th from 5:00-6:30pm at the Orcas Library
10 island writers, 10 unique voices, 1 night.
Actors Theater of Orcas Presents: Orcas Sings B’way
October 25th at 7:00pm at The Grange
Actors Theater of Orcas Island (ATOI) is excited to announce their first gala fundraiser — ORCAS SINGS B’WAY! This will be the show of a lifetime as your friends and neighbors sing their hearts out performing their favorite Broadway songs! Who knew that the guy who built your deck has a great baritone voice or that the young woman who cleans your house has perfect comic timing? Some great Orcas cooks are planning refreshments for your enjoyment during the evening — including, yes, Paula’s cookies — and generous Orcas donors are providing a selection of wines. Tickets for the evening are $45. All funds go to support ATOI, the non-profit group whose mission is to enhance our island with performances, education, and community building. Tickets are available now, online at Brown Paper Tickets, or at Darvill’s Bookstore.
Fian & Orcas Dance Collective Halloween Masquerade
October 25th at 7:00pm at the Orcas Center Black Box
Fian and the Orcas Dance Collective are throwing a masquerade in Orcas Center’s Black Box. Doors open at 7:00pm and the show begins at 8:00pm. Costumes are emphatically encouraged, and this event is for all ages. A $10 minimum donation is requested.
American Legion Pancake Breakfast
October 26th from 8:00am-12:00pm
Your favorite Sunday morning activity is back this month with all the pancakes you want, plus your choice of bacon or sausage, two eggs cooked as you like, and coffee, tea, or orange juice!
