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Board of Directors
Michell Marshall, President
Susan Gudgell, Vice President
Mary Noesen, Treasurer
Mary Clure
David Johnson
Tom Maiuro
Mike Stolmeier
Ken Speck, Ex Officio
Staff
Lance Evans
Executive Director
Terri Gilleland
Manager
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PO Box 252
65 North Beach Road
Eastsound, WA 98245
Office: (360) 376-2273
Cell: (360) 317-1587
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NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP ON ORCAS
(Owner: Kate Wood)
Start your Natural Horsemanship journey by learning to communicate as horses do in the wild; through eye contact, movement and touch, in an easy to learn method that will develop a magical bond and a harmonious relationship. Experience working with mustangs from the wild in a safe, supportive setting. Lessons/Clinics/Farm Intensive.
Website: www.NaturalHorsemanshipOnOrcas.com
Phone: 360-376-4642
CLARITY CONNECTION, THERAPY AND COACHING
(Owner: Denise Wolf M.A., LMHCA)
I work with adults who are experiencing a variety of life's challenges. These might include trauma, depression, life transitions and other circumstances you need support working through. We discover ways to try to create a greater balance between body, mind and spirit. Please review my web site, call, or email me if you have additional questions. I look forward to talking with you.
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COMMUNITY PARADE ENTRY FORM (Download Here)
Get ready for the 2012 Orcas Island Community Parade on Saturday, July 7. The parade theme this year is "Grow, Gather, Share: Celebrating Orcas Farms". This year, the community parade prizes are sponsored by Island Market.
1st Place prize for the top float will be $100 cash, and 2nd & 3rd Place prizes will be $50 Island Market Gift Certificates! Entry fee is $20, and Saturday, June 30 is the deadline for applications. Download the application & guidelines above and return both to the Chamber...we'll see you in the Parade! Stay tuned for the announcement of the Grand Marshal.
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Chamber Seeks Your Best Orcas Island Photos
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Amateur or professional, the Chamber wants to showcase your very favorite photographic image of Orcas Island. Each week, we will be placing at least one image in the Blast, sharing the beauty of the island with our over 1500 Blast email recipients.Just email the Chamber your image, and be sure to put the word 'photo' in the subject line. By submitting an image to us, you are indicating that the image can be featured in this email, and is your own image. Check your digital library, or grab a camera today and start sending them our way. Unfortunately, not all submitted images can be featured.
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Events This Week on Orcas Island
LIVE MUSIC @ PUB NIGHT AT THE ORCAS HOTEL (Friday Nights @ 6 pm) Come enjoy island favorites Martin Lund, Gene Nery and guests, who play Friday nights at the Orcas Hotel. INFORMATION: Call 376-4300. IT'S FARM NIGHT AGAIN AT MAPLE ROCK FARM! (Friday, May 11 from 6 pm - 9 pm) The farm will be open this Friday night from 6 til 9 pm. We have a wide selection of garden ready veggie starts and produce for sale as well as our delicious wood fired pizza! The weather looks great. Come on out and see the farm and relax for awhile. For more information and directions, visit our website www.maplerockfarm.com or check us out on facebook. MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND DINNER AT THE AMERICAN LEGION (Friday, May 11 from 6 pm - 9 pm) Enjoy a steak dinner with all the trimmings plus dessert at Orcas Island's American Legion Post. The dinner is open to the public and the cost is $18.00/ $10.00 for kids ten and under. This event is sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion. Proceeds go to support veteran services and the SAL's "Shoes for Kids" project which benefits island children. The American Legion is located at 793 Crescent Beach Drive, just east of Crescent Beach outside of Eastsound. INFORMATION: Contact George Spees @ 376-4084 or geobsjr@centurylink.net DEER HARBOR COMMUNITY POTLUCK (Friday, May 11; 6:30 pm @ the Deer Harbor Community Center) Join us for our monthly community potluck, 6:30 pm, the second Friday of every month, year round. Please bring a dish to share, your place setting, and beverage. INFORMATION: Call 376-5404 LIVE MUSIC WITH 'BLUE STAR CREEPER' AT DOE BAY (Friday, May 11 in the Yoga Studio @ 7:30 pm) Join us at Doe Bay for live music! This week we host Blue Star Creeper, a Seattle based band described as Psychedelic Folk Rock in their first appearance at Doe Bay. There is no cover for this event! A Cash Bar serving beer, wine, specialty cocktails, snacks, and pizza will be set up in the Yoga Studio. To make dinner reservations, please call the Café at 360-376-8059.
7TH ANNUAL PLAYFEST AT THE GRANGE (Friday - Sunday, May 11 - 13 @ 7:30 pm) You won't want to miss our 7th Annual Playwrights' Festival. The festival was created to encourage local islanders to show off their talents and to challenge them to develop skills in play writing, acting and directing. This family-friendly event is $5 for adults and children. Tickets are available at Darvill's, on the web at www.orcasactors.com and at the door. INFORMATION: Call Ron Herman @ 831-234-4960. And remember no one is ever turned away for inability to pay. (Return to top)
'THE PIRATES! BAND OF MISFITS' ON-SCREEN @ SEAVIEW THEATER
(Friday & Saturday @ 7:30 pm) In The Pirates! Band of Misfits, Hugh Grant stars in his first animated role as the luxuriantly bearded Pirate Captain - a boundlessly enthusiastic, if somewhat less-than-successful, terror of the High Seas. With a rag-tag crew at his side, and seemingly blind to the impossible odds stacked against him, the Captain has one dream: to beat his bitter rivals Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz to the much coveted Pirate Of The Year Award. It's a quest that takes our heroes from the shores of exotic Blood Island to the foggy streets of Victorian London. Along the way they battle a diabolical queen and team up with a haplessly smitten young scientist, but never lose sight of what a pirate loves best: adventure! Starring: Hugh Grant, Martin Freeman, Salma Hayek. Rated: PG.
INFORMATION: Call 376-5724 LITTLE LEAGUE GIRLS SOFTBALL @ BUCK PARK (Saturday @ 10 am & 12:30 pm) Orcas Island has a rich tradition of turning out amazing athletes. Here's your chance to see the softball stars of tomorrow! Orcas v. Friday Harbor Minors #3 @ Buck Park. Double Header. Game Times 10:00 and 12:30 ORCAS ISLAND FARMERS MARKET! (Saturdays from 10 am - 3 pm at the Eastsound Village Green)
Join Orcas farmers and crafters as they celebrate the beginning of what promises to be our best season yet. Spring produce, plant starts and fresh offerings from our island crafters help usher in the return of the Market for the 2012 season. Christina Orchid will be on hand at the Market Booth to demonstrate how to prepare one the season's
earliest crops in her tribute to kale- Hail Kale! Presentations will be at 11 am and 1 pm. INFORMATION: Questions? Jennifer Pietsch, Market Manager can be reached
at 317-8342. Hope to see you there! SECOND ANNUAL ORCAS ISLAND CIDER AND MEAD FESTIVAL (Saturday, May 12; 11 am - 4 pm @ the Eastsound Village Green) On Saturday, May 12 the Farm to Cafeteria Program will once again be raising the big white tasting tent on the Village Green alongside Farmer's Market for those wishing to sample some of the finest Northwest ciders and meads! To add an Island twist, several Orcas home brews will be judged by the professionals for the coveted "Orcas Best of the Fest" award. Crow Valley Pottery will once again be making the beautiful one-of-a-kind first, second and third place awards. Leading up to the Festival, various Island restaurants including The Kitchen, Allium and Inn at Ship Bay will feature special food pairings with ciders and meads. Three bands featuring Island musicians including the infamous Bruce Harvey and the Sandfleas will be entertaining the crowd on the stage. Anyone 21 and over will be able to enter the tasting tent for a minimum $5 contribution to the Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program which, along with co-organizers Ray's General Store and Pharmacy and the Northwest Cider Association, helps produce the event.
LIVE MUSIC @ THE DEER HARBOR INN RESTAURANT
(Saturday Nights @ 6 pm)
Every Saturday Night: Live music with piano styling's by Ron Meyers.
INFORMATION: Call 376-1040.
CELEBRATE SPRING WITH THE ORCAS CHORAL SOCIETY (Saturday, May 12 @ 7:30 pm & Sunday, May 13 @ 2 pm, Orcas Center) Celebrate Spring in our program entitled "Water Music". Rivers, oceans and tears are the themes of the selections in the Orcas Choral Society's spring program. With repertoire ranging from folk songs to deep classical, the music will tell of waters that divide us, waters that are the source of life, and waters that represent life's passages. Tickets: $15, $5 students. INFORMATION: Visit www.orcaschoralsociety.org. Tickets at 376-2281 or www.orcascenter.org. MORAN STATE PARK OUTDOOR CLASSROOM WORKSHOP (Sunday, May 13 from 10 am - 5 pm. Register by May 7) San Juan Nature Institute and Kwiaht with the collaboration of Friends of Moran State Park will hold a one day workshop in Moran State Park. The workshop is designed to introduce teachers, home school teachers and leaders of scouting groups to the opportunities to use the State Park as an outdoor classroom to enhance the teaching of plant sciences. Funding from Orcas Island Community Foundation makes it possible to offer this workshop at a minimal cost of $10 for printing of reference material. Teachers can use the workshop to claim clock hours. Registration can be made via www.sjnature.org or by calling 378-3646. Please register by May 7 to enable us to make final arrangements. To learn more about the organizations involved please visit www.sjnature.org and www.kwiaht.org. CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH WOOD FIRED PIZZA! (Sundays from 3 pm - 8 pm @ Inn at Ship Bay) Join family and friends outside on the lawn at the Inn at Ship Bay in the enjoyment of this summer's fresh local bounty Island style. For information on catering or pop up restaurant location and hours visit us @ www.orcasislandwoodfiredpizza.com. ORCAS COMMUNITY COUNCIL (Sunday, May 13; 4:30 - 7:30 pm @ West Sound Community Center) "Creating Vibrant Community with a monthly dialogue of what is on the hearts and minds of our community members".
~ 4:30 - 6 pm, Community Circle - Join us for a lively and informative dialogue about creating thriving community. Updates on what's happening with island organizations like IsleShare, Sustainable Orcas Island, Foodmasters, Island Entrepreneurs Lab, The Exchange, the evolving vision for a Community Co-Op, and introducing Orcas Island Green Drinks. If you are new to Orcas, this is a great way yo meet folks and discover places to engage in our community.
~ 6 - 7:30 pm, Potluck with a Purpose -The conversation continues...we'll set the table and provide refreshments. Help us conserve on waste and water by bringing your own plate, cup and flatware. Please bring prepared main dishes, salads, sides and desserts-we don't have access to an oven. All are welcome!
~ A donation to offset cost of hall rental is greatly appreciated
INFORMATION: Call Gretchen @ 360-317-8220. AN OPEN HOUSE TO MEET THE ARTISTS! (Wednesday, May 16 from 3 pm - 8 pm) Meet Chris Emmert (Mosaic) and Laura Yeats (Wood): Artists | Instructors at the STABLES. Location: 277 Kurth Rd (located off of Pinneo Rd). Phone: 376-7624. Guest Artist | Instructor Chris Emmert (Eugene, OR) will be on island setting up the MOSAIC studio at Orcas Ranch! Also, Laura Yeats (Resident Artist) will be there too! Drop by Wednesday afternoon to Meet the Artists and see a display of their work. Chris is offering three mosaic workshops in July and August: Mosaic on Stone Cobbles; Mosaic Garden Sculptures; and Three Dimensional Mosaic Art. Laura is offering woodworking workshops all summer long! View Available Dates and Register through the STABLES design + craft EDUCATION website. INFORMATION: Visit www.thestables-orcasisland.com or Send an Email CHRISTINA ORCHID - MAY CELEBRITY CHEF AT SCHOOL (Thursday, May 17 from 11:30 am - 12:45 pm at the Public School Cafeteria) She's back, and we're excited! On Thursday, May 17, our Island Celebrity Chef and author, Christina Orchid, will be our school's Celebrity Chef, working with the cafeteria staff to prepare and serve Garlic-Smoked Paprika Chicken, corn pudding and rhubarb crumble for dessert as only Christina can make! Ciabatta Bread, prepared by the cafeteria staff will also be on the menu. Not just the kids get to enjoy her lunch on this special day. Everyone is welcome and the price is certainly right...adults are only $5 and that includes a trip to the salad bar and a beverage. (Return to top) |
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Classes & Seminars
CLASSICAL CONCERTS AND CLASSES
(May 14 - May 19)
~ Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is bringing two Musicians-in-Residence the week of May 14 -18 to work with students and perform concerts. Popular teaching artist Monique Mead, violinist, will return, as well as Deborah Rambo Sinn, pianist.
~ On Thursday, May 17 @ 10:30 am Orcas middle and high school students will be treated to a special concert at Orcas Center. Monique and Deborah will perform a
classical concert complete with multi-media display.
~ On Saturday, May 19 at 5 pm, Monique Mead and Deborah Rambo Sinn will present a Salon Concert at a beautiful home on Buck Mountain. They'll perform Mozart's Sonata in G Major for Piano and Violin, Prokofiev's Sonata No. 2 in D Major and other works. Following the concert, guests will enjoy Thurston Wolfe wines and cocktail cuisine by Mia's. Tickets are $75, and seating is limited, so call soon 376-6636.
~ Master classes will be offered for community musicians and students of strings and piano. Classes are free for students, by donation for adults, and will take place at St. Francis Church as follows:
Wednesday, May 16: 4 - 6 pm Adult string students, 6 - 8 pm Adult piano students
Thursday, May 17: 4 - 6 pm Youth string students, 6 - 8 pm Youth piano students
INFORMATION: To register, call the Festival Office 376-6636.
LEARN MOSAIC ARTS! SUMMER WORKSHOPS AT THE STABLES design + craft EDUCATION
(July and August)
Special Guest Artist | Instructor Chris Emmert (Eugene, OR) is offering 2 and 4 Day Workshops in July and August at the STABLES. The workshops are designed for small groups of 4-6 adults. Chris's Workshop are: Mosaic on Stone Cobbles (2-Day); Mosaic Garden Sculptures (4-Day); and Three Dimensional Mosaic Art (4-Day. View Available Dates and Register through the STABLES design + craft EDUCATION website. On-site housing is available for students traveling to the island for a workshop.
INFORMATION: Visit www.thestables-orcasisland.com or Send an Email
INTRO TO YOGA COURSE @ ORCAS MANDALA YOGA STUDIO
(Mondays, May 7, 14, 21, 28 from 5:30 pm - 7 pm)
A MONTH-LONG WEEKLY COURSE DESIGNED TO GET YOU STARTED ON YOUR YOGA JOURNEY.
Why do this Course? What will I learn?
*The basics of Yoga so you can attend any class
*How to breathe a deeper more nourishing breath
*How to move your body with care
Appropriate for:
*Individuals who have never done Yoga or are brand new to the practice
*Individuals who are coming back to the practice after a long hiatus
*Anyone wanting to review the fundamentals of Yoga
Registration:
*The classes are open to anyone (regular class rates apply)
*$55 special Course price (includes 4 Intro Course classes + 1 regular class)
LEARN BLACKSMITHING & WOODTURNING! WORKSHOPS ALL SUMMER LONG!
Resident Artists Jorgen Harle (Blacksmith) and Laura Yeats (Woodworker) are offering 1 and 2 Day Weekend Intensives throughout the Summer! Choose either an 8 or 16 hour private workshop to learn traditional and contemporary blacksmithing with Jorgen or learn how to make bowls using a wood lathe with Laura. Workshops are designed for one adult or two adult companions. View Available Dates and Register through the STABLES design + craft EDUCATION website. On-site housing is available for students traveling to the island for a workshop.
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY FROM ORCAS SPA & ATHLETICS
This year give your Mom the lasting gift of health! We are offering our 3 month membership for only $215.00! That's a savings of $35.00! Or Pamper your Mother with a gift certificate to our Full Service Spa and receive a Back to Basics Body Wash and Lotion gift set free! Visit our website to see all that we have to offer at Orcas Spa and Athletics. This offer is only available for a limited time so don't wait. Valid May 1, 2012 - May 15, 2012.
INFORMATION: Call 376-6361 or email info@Orcasspaandathletics.com
YOGA AT DOE BAY
(Sundays at 5 pm, Wednesdays at 6 pm, and Saturdays at 9 am)
Enjoy yoga with Luca at Doe Bay. Luca blends asana, breath and awareness into a meditative, intuitive flow. Come explore your edges, connect with your body and find balance in these multi-level classes. Classes are drop-in and cost $10, props & mats provided. Please check our calendar for days and times at
http://doebay.com/calendar.html INFORMATION: Call 360-376-2291 or www.doebay.com
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Announcements
WHAT'S UP WITH BROADBAND? A COMMUNITY FORUM
(Monday, May 14 from 10 am - 11:30 am @ Orcas Senior Center)
OPALCO and the SJC Economic Development Council (EDC) are studying how to bring fast broadband to our county and we want your input. Join your neighbors in a conversation to learn first-hand about the Broadband Initiative. Bring your questions and ideas! Let's work together to build a sustainable future.
CRESCENT BEACH SERVICE SPECIAL - LAST CALL! Complete Lube Oil Filter for $39.95 plus tax at Crescent Beach Service. Includes labor, parts and up to 6 quarts of oil, as well as overall fluid top off and safety inspection. Price applicable to most vehicles. Those that require special oils or parts will incur additional charges. This special has been extended to run through May 15th! INFORMATION: Call for details ~ 376-4076.
ORCAS ANGELS BENEFIT YARD SALE HAPPENS IN MAY (Accepting Donations Now) Orcas Angels is holding a Benefit Yard Sale on Saturday May 19th at Country Corner. We are currently accepting softly used donations (no clothing please) on Sundays from 8am to noon or call Lori to make an appointment at 472-0626. All money raised at this event will be put back into the community of Orcas Island to help those in need. We appreciate the support we have been given by the community in all that we do! (Back to top) |
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Restaurant News & Dining Deals
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT ALLIUM
~ Allium is open for dinner Thursday through Monday from 5:30 pm.
~ "Like" us on Facebook to see our special offer for Mother's Day!
~ Lily is open Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 12 noon to 5 pm. Ice cream, sundaes, sushi and bento boxes to go!
INFORMATION: Call 376-4904 for reservations.
BURGERS, BURGERS (VEGGIE) BURGERS!! (Thursday and Friday this week @ The Kitchen) The sun is out!!! It's burger time!!! Our amazing veggie burger is made of shiitake and crimini mushrooms, lentils and brown rice. Good, and good for you. We are making our own mayonnaise, vegannaise, and ketchup, and serving on a sprouted-wheat bun with sautéed onions and greens. Comes with a spring vegetable salad and yam fries--$12.50. *Plus+*, we will probably have a chocolate marble Bundt cake for dessert...you'll have to come in to find out for sure... INFORMATION: Call 376-6958. EAT OUT AT THE NEW LEAF CAFÉ AND "CHOOSE THE KIDS!" From April 28th through May 20th you can receive 10% off Saturday Brunch or Sunday Dinner (before tax and gratuity). With a coupon, you will have a choice of getting 10% off your bill OR you can "Choose the Kids" by donating that 10% to the Orcas Island Education Foundation instead. There are two ways you can get your coupon. One way is to go to: http://oief.org/events.html. At the top of the "Events" page you will find the "Choose the Kids" offer. You can download three 10% off coupons right there. Or you can also swing by the Chamber of Commerce and pick one up in person. NEWS FROM AGAVE! ~ Agave wishes a Happy Mother's Day to all the hard working moms out there... ~ Thanks to all who came to our Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, it was great fun, and special thanks to the Orcatrazz Mariachi Band! ~ Come try our new Happy Hour Menu, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, and all drinks are $2.00 off during these hours. ~ Trivia is now on the First Thursday of the month, the next games are Thursday June 7th, beginning at 5 pm. ~ Look for us at the Bite of Orcas, we'll be serving up tasty treats, and supporting Wolf Hollow, see you there! INFORMATION: Call 376-1422. LIVE MUSIC @ THE DEER HARBOR INN RESTAURANT (Every Saturday Night) Every Saturday Night: Live music with piano styling's by Ron Meyers. Enjoy Sunday Night Fried Chicken Dinners. We will be open nightly beginning May 1. And check out the Deer Harbor Inn Restaurant's 30th Year Anniversary Coupon www.deerharborinn.com/30th-anniversary. INFORMATION: Call 376-1040 for reservations. MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH @ THE NEW LEAF CAFÉ (Sunday, May 13 from 8 am - 1 pm) Make your reservations to celebrate the mothers in your life. Serving our delicious brunch from 8 am until 1 pm. INFORMATION: Call 376-2200 for reservations. WHAT'S HAPPENING AT CHILADAS! ~ Cider & Mead Festival Special - Chiladas will be brewing up a dry apple cider infused Chili Verdes paired with Strongbow Cider for this weekend's Cider Mead Festival! Come by and have a taste. Available from 3 pm on... ~ Celebrate Mother's Day at Chiladas - with a complimentary entree for you Mom! ~ Open at 3 pm Wednesday - Sunday. Siesta Fiesta Happy Hour from 3-6 pm. Mesquite Grill lights at 4 pm! INFORMATION: Reservations 376-ORCA (6722) SPRING DEALS AT THE NEW LEAF CAFE ~ "DEFEND YOUR MARTINI" MONDAYS - From 5 until close on Mondays for just $8, including our signatures - the Corpse Reviver 376, New Leaf Manhattan and the Lady Sage. You can even combine this with our great Happy Hour prices on food for a decadent evening out. ~ OUTRAGEOUSLY PRICED WINE THURSDAY - Thursday night half price wine night is still happening. We're not just offering what we want to get rid of, it's the whole list. Get your coupon HERE. Outrageously priced wine and really good food every Thursday. ~ STEAK NIGHT SUNDAY - Every Sunday night come in to enjoy a perfectly grilled center cut Certified Angus New York Steak with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables for just $25 - and for just $5 more you can add a side salad and a glass of wine...or a draft beer or soda if you prefer. ~ Current Hours: Dinner Thursday - Monday, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Breakfast Saturday and Sunday 8 am - 1 pm. New Leaf Lounge opens at 5 pm. ~ Happy Hours: Weekdays (Thursday, Friday, Monday): 5pm - 6pm & 8:30pm - 9:30pm. INFORMATION: Reservations recommended @ 376-2200. WHAT'S HAPPENING @ THE ORCAS HOTEL --Fridays is Pub Night - Join us @ 5 pm for dinner and 6 pm for music with Martin Lund & Friends.
--Saturdays is Sushi - We have a full sushi menu for you to try!
--Wednesdays is Prime Rib - Dinner features Tossed salad, Prime Rib (Harris Ranch grass fed all natural beef), Baked potato, Asparagus & Yorkshire pudding. $28 12oz; $22 8oz.
INFORMATION: Call 376-4300 for reservations. Open 7 days a week! Continuing Restaurant Specials MONDAY NIGHT IS HALF PRICED BOTTLES OF WINE AT THE DOE BAY CAFÉ (Mondays in May in the Cafe) Looking for a wonderful place to celebrate spring with friends and loved ones? With it's incredible menu and amazing location, Doe Bay Café is the place to be! To make your visit even more mouth-watering, every Monday night bottles of wine from our well rounded wine list (created by our very own Sommelier, Shannon Borg) are half price! This deal only lasts through the month of May, so enjoy it while you still can. INFORMATION: Check out www.doebay.com, or call the Café: 360-376-8059 or the Front Desk: 360-376-2291 OPEN MIC AND PIZZA NIGHT AT DOE BAY CAFÉ (Every Thursday @ 7:30 pm) Join island visitors and residents to share music, spoken word, and other performances on the night when we come together in that ancient ritual of community and communion: good pizza! Each month a local non-profit receives $1 from each pizza sold. May supports San Juan Preservation Trust! Please come out to buy a pizza, enjoy the entertainment, and support a worthy cause! The Café is open from 5 - 10 pm and Open Mic begins at 7:30 pm. INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com (Return to top) |
Shop the Rock HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY FROM JILLERY!
Mother's Day is just around the corner. No matter WHAT kind of mom you've got, I promise there's a perfect gift for her at Jillery. Reasonably priced, unique, handmade jewelry is always a good choice, but if Mom's more outdoorsy than bling, we've got some fun new Garden Art......Great Blue Herons in a variety of sizes, white-washed bird houses, rusty pots & rustic French flower cans, and lots of other garden goodies. We also have a new line of scarves for summer for under $20 and some beautiful new glassware and salad sets. Mentioning the blast will always get you a local discount!
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Upcoming Events FREE NASA PRESENTATION AT DOE BAY YOGA STUDIO! (Friday and Saturday, May 18 & 19, 1 - 2:30 pm) NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Solar System Ambassador Ward Yohe will be presenting up-to-date information and images depicting past, present, and future exploration of our Solar System in a FREE community lecture at slide show at Doe Bay Resort! If you would like to know how a small fraction of your tax dollars are being spent on robotic and human space endeavors, and what we are learning from those efforts, visit Doe Bay Resort for one of these awesome and FREE public events. INFORMATION: Call 360-376-2291 or www.doebay.com TEN TINY DANCES AT THE ORCAS CENTER (Saturday, May 19 @ 7:30 pm) Ten choreographers. Two towns. One very small stage. Ten Tiny Dances brings ten different choreographers to create short dances to be performed on a 4' by 4' platform. A simple experiment with infinite results! This special Orcas edition of Ten Tiny Dances will feature seven choreographers from Seattle and three from Orcas including Charles Dalton, Laura Ludwig and Kara O'Toole. Performance Sponsors: Antoinette Botsford, Wordworks, Shaner Excavation & Tree Service, LLC, Larry and Heidi Lindberg. Cost: $25, $19 (Orcas Center members), $11 students. INFORMATION: Call 376-2281 x1 'AN EVENING WITH WILHELMINE' PRESENTED BY THE SALISH SEA EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL (Sunday, May 20; 1:30 pm at Odd Fellows Hall) The program revisits the musical establishment of the court of the lutenist and sister of flutist King Frederick the Great, named Wilhelmine, who in the late 1730's with her husband the Margrave of Bayreuth, who also played the flute, completely transformed that city into the important cultural center. Players are John Schneiderman, of Los Angeles, on baroque lute, cellist John Lutterman and baroque flutist Jeffrey Cohan. The suggested donation is between $15 and $20. Youth 18 and under are free. INFORMATION: Call 376-564 or visit www.concertspirituel.org. NT LIVE: ENCORE "ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS" (Friday, May 25; 7:30 pm @ Center Stage, Orcas Center) An Encore presentation of the first play from NT Lives 2011-12 season based on 'The Servant of Two Masters' by Carlo Goldoni with songs by Grant Olding. This hilarious production debuts on Broadway this spring and has been nominated for several Olivier Awards (Britain's Tony) including Best Actor, Best New Play, Best Performance in a Supporting Role, Best Set Design and Best Director. Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe, a small time East End hood, now in Brighton to collect big money from his fiancee's dad. But Roscoe is really his sister Rachel posing as her own dead brother, who's been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers. Holed up at The Cricketers' Arms, the permanently ravenous Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who is hiding from the police and waiting to be re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, Francis must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple................ INFORMATION: Call 376-2281 x1. BIRDS OF COFFELT FARM WITH KIM MIDDLETON (Saturday, May 26 from 9 am - Noon) Sustainably managed farmland can provide a rich environment for birds, and at the Coffelt Farm Preserve this is well demonstrated. The diversity of forest, open pastures, hedgerows, ponds, marsh, orchards, and gardens provides a haven for many resident and migrant avian species. Ornithologist Kim Middleton's knowledge and deep appreciation for birds is a delight. Anyone curious about the natural history of the islands and the value of habitat protection will enjoy this time with an amazing teacher in a beautiful setting. Distance: ¾ mile round trip Elevation gain: 60 feet Parking: 1071 Crow Valley Road; follow sign to parking Bring: Farm appropriate footwear; water; snack; binoculars INFORMATION: Call 376-3384 or email rdougherty@rockisland.com
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE 17TH ANNUAL BITE OF ORCAS! (Saturday, May 26 from 11 am - 3 pm on the Eastsound Village Green) Island restaurants and caterers will be presenting examples of their culinary wares under the big white tent for the benefit of Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. The Bite is a perfect way for locals and visitors alike to sample the delicious specialties of Orcas' finest cooks at family-friendly prices which encourage the tasting of a wide variety of foods. Always an important fundraising event for Wolf Hollow, and the only one held on Orcas, fundraising, and specifically the Bite, is even more critical this year due to economy-driven cuts in grants and federal funding. The arrival of a Stellar Sea Lion this February (we were the first in Washington to successfully rehab and release this species) was also a large and unexpected expense: Stellar Sea Lions eat a huge number of fish! So come to the Bite for good food, good fun and a good cause.
INFORMATION: Vendors wanting to participate should contact Heather Johnson at 376-2669 or Elyse Van den Bosch at 376-5238.
THE ANNUAL OIEF "FOOD FOR THOUGHT" EVENT MAY 26TH (Saturday, May 26 from 6 pm - 9 pm @ Four Winds Camp) What are you doing Saturday of Memorial Weekend? Why barbecue at home -- when you can attend the Orcas Island Education Foundation's ""Picnic and Barbeque by the Sea" at Four Winds Camp in Deer Harbor? This is OIEF's most important annual fundraising event. OIEF's sole mission is to support our public schools. Enjoy great barbequed brisket, hamburgers, veggie options, all the delicious sides, and dessert. Beer and wine will be available. Entertainment provided by the fabulous JP and the OK Rhythm Boys. This year our students have made "ocean inspired" projects for both the live and silent auction. Childcare is available. We will even be offering a shuttle from school to Four Winds camp if you don't want to drive! TICKETS: $40 for a single OR $75 per couple on sale at Darvills, the Elementary school, OR buy online at: http://oief.org/events.html. To ride the bus from school to camp contact: Cathy Ferran (376-1500). To reserve childcare contact Barb Skotte at: bskotte@yahoo.com 1ST ANNUAL CLEAN AND SOBER COMMUNITY DANCE (Saturday, May 26; 8:30 pm - 12:30 pm @ Odd Fellows Hall) Everyone is invited! Refreshments will be served along with DJ mixed music. Hope to see you there! INFORMATION: Call Sharon at 376-5592 "ITALY COMES TO DEER HARBOR" (Sunday, May 27; 6 pm @ Deer Harbor Community Club) Deer Harbor Women's Auxiliary presents "Italy Comes to Deer Harbor" as its annual fund raising event. A delicious meal and fabulous entertainment are planned at the historic Deer Harbor Community Club. Lasagna & sausage prepared by the Deer Harbor Inn, Bread, Caesar Salad and Tiramisu dessert will be served. You'll also get a taste of Italian opera performed by prim donna Sharon Abreu. A wonderful evening out at this affordable price is not to be missed! All proceeds go to the maintenance of the historic school house. Tickets are $20 per person; wine will be available by donation. INFORMATION: Tickets are available now at Darvill's Bookstore; by calling Joan Crosby @ 376-2992 to make your reservation; or by sending your check made out to "DHWA" directly to Joan at PO Box 299 Deer Harbor 98243. CANOE ISLAND FRENCH CAMP SPRING EVENTS Join us this Spring during one of the Scholarship Fund Benefit Weekends on the private 47-acre Canoe Island, located between Shaw and Lopez. During your stay, you choose how much you want to participate in the classes and how much you sail, kayak, swim in the heated pool, play tennis, hike or just relax. ~ ARTISTS' WEEKEND, Friday, June 1 - Sunday, June 3. Ages: 16 and up. Watercolors workshop with Lopez Island local artist Nancy Bingham. ~ PATISSERIE BY THE SEA, Friday June 8 - Sunday, June 10. Ages: 16 and up. The Art of French Pastry and Chocolate with French chefs. Reduced rate for non-cooking participants. All gourmet meals, transportation to and from ferry-served islands, all supplies and use of our recreation equipment is included in the tuition. Part of the tuition is tax-deductible. The housing is on the island and is also included. What is your child doing this summer? Come to Canoe Island French Camp for fun and learning.
DOE BAY WINE FESTIVAL! (Saturday and Sunday, June 2 & 3) A wine- tasting seminar on sustainable wines, a casual "Meet the Winemakers" tasting with Seattle string band Rabbit Stew, and a Grand Tasting under a tent by the Salish Sea are among the festivities featured in this year's Doe Bay Wine Festival! We will feature 15 Washington wineries and 5 island Chefs from Inn at Ship Bay, Allium, Doe Bay Café, and MORE! To see the full lineup, visit our Facebook page Doe Bay Wine Fest, and follow us on Twitter @doebaywine. To enjoy all the festival events, you can purchase a Full Festival Pass for $50. Or, purchase tickets for each event individually. Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com. INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or go online to the places listed above. (Back to top)
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Continuing Art & Museum Shows
PASTELS BY ANN JONES AT ARTWORK (April and May) The Orcas Island Artworks features pastel paintings by Ann Jones through the months of April and May. "As I drive around the island the pastures capture my imagination. I love the patterns and changes of hue as the various grasses grow, bloom and mature throughout the year. I'm attempting to capture their unfolding colors, character and movement." The Artworks is open daily from 10 to 5. ORCAS ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM
(Open Saturdays from 11 am - 4 pm)
Come see the first phase of our Bison Antiquus exhibit, on display now in the Main Exhibit Hall, including a beautiful replica of our 14,000 year old complete bison skull, considered to be one of the finest specimens of its kind in the world. OIHM Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 11 am to 4 pm.
INFORMATION: Call the museum @ 376-4849
MORAN MANSION MUSEUM TOURS (Open Daily 9 am - 9 pm)
The Mansion is open to the public for a self-guided tour from 9 am - 9 pm daily. The tour is free.
INFORMATION: Call Rosario @ 376-2152 ext. 300
ROSARIO MUSIC CONCERT AND HISTORICAL NARRATIVE (Saturdays at 4 pm)
Enjoy a presentation of music and photography that walks guests through the history of the Moran family and the Rosario estate with Christopher Peacock. Highlights of the presentation include the historic Moran Photograph Collection, Phantom of the Opera music performed on the Mansion's 1,972 pipe Aeolian organ with the silent film, stories of the Mansion's most colorful residents, and Christopher's original piano compositions played on the 1900 Steinway Grand Piano.
INFORMATION: Call Rosario @ 376-2152 ext. 300
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Public Meetings on Orcas Island
- San Juan County's public meeting list is found here.
Thursday, May 10 (12 noon - 1:30 pm). Orcas Island Park & Recreation District (Eastsound Fire Station). Meets second Thursday of the month.
Thursday, May 10 (6 pm). Port of Orcas Commissioners meeting (Airport conference room). The Port will meet on the second Thursday of the month at 6 pm. Call 376-5285 for more information.
*Friday, May 11 (3:45 pm). San Juan County Council Special Meeting (Orcas Landing - 8368 Orcas Rd). Convene Open Session to discuss a selection of an interim County Administrator. Call the Clerk of the City Council at 370-7470 for more information.
Tuesday, May 22 (4:30 pm). Eastsound Sewer and Water District meeting (East side of Airport, at end of Cessna Lane). Regularly scheduled on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month.
Thursday, May 24 (5:30 pm). Orcas Island School Board meeting (School library). Call 376-2284 for more information. Regularly meets on the fourth Thursday of the month.
Wednesday, May 30 (5:30 pm). Sustainable Orcas Island meeting (Public Library). Call 376-4985 and with Phil for more information. Meets last Wednesday of the month.
Thursday, June 7 (3 pm). Eastsound Planning Review Committee
(Eastsound Fire Station). Meets first Thursday of the month.
Tuesday, June 12 (9 am - 11 am). Orcas Island Public Library Board (Public Library). Call 376-4985 for more information. Meets the second Tuesday of the month.
Tuesday, June 12 (7:30 pm). Orcas Fire District Commissioners meeting (Eastsound Fire Hall). Call 376-2331 for more information. Regularly meets on the second Tuesday of the month.
Wednesday, June 13 (1:30 - 3:30 pm). Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee (Deer Harbor Community Center). Call 376-3199 for more information. Public is welcome. Regularly scheduled on the second Wednesday of the month.
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The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce works daily to support our community's businesses and organizations. Please support Chamber of Commerce members when making your buying decisions. The value of a dollar spent locally cannot be overstated. Think Local - Buy Local - Orcas First!
The Chamber of Commerce is happy to answer any questions you have about our beautiful island!
Sincerely,
Lance Evans, Executive Director
Terri Gilleland, Manager
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce
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