Island Events

Submitted by John Welch.

It takes a lot of star power to save the galaxy. Don’t miss The Super Mario Galaxy Movie ON THE BIG SCREEN at the Sea View Theatre Having thwarted Bowser’s previous plot to marry Princess Peach, Mario and Luigi now face a fresh threat in...

INDIVISIBLE runs May 1–9, with 7pm performances on May 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9, and a 2pm matinee on May 3. This original multimedia dance experience, created and performed by the Orcas Dance Collective and directed by Jake Perrine, explores the divisions...

Submitted by San Juan County.

Since 2001, this beloved community event has celebrated the creativity, curiosity, and discoveries of young scientific minds. Open to all Orcas K-12 students, Science Fair is a day of science, pizza, ice cream and community exhibits—plus the amazing...

This May 2 at 4pm, the Orcas community gets to dive into an inspiring magic workshop led by second-generation magician, Phina Pipia. “This is a program that’s as fun as it is educational, with an impact that lasts long after the hour is over,” says...

It takes a lot of star power to save the galaxy. Don’t miss The Super Mario Galaxy Movie ON THE BIG SCREEN at the Sea View Theatre Having thwarted Bowser’s previous plot to marry Princess Peach, Mario and Luigi now face a fresh threat in...

Every Other Saturday at Orcas School Old Gym! Family/ Kids Skate 5-7pm. Adult Skate (18+) 7-9 pm. $5 Per Person, Skate Rental Included

Submitted by the Early Childhood Education Initiative.

The 2026 Bill Yarlott Youth Fishing Derby at Cascade Lake saw an exciting win from one of its youngest participants.

By Russel Barsh

Enjoy an evening of beautiful Baroque music presented in collaboration with Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church. The concert will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5pm at Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church, located at 107 Enchanted Forest Road in E...

The EDC is hosting a free, in-person Capital Readiness workshop on May 5 and 6 to help small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs better understand funding and loan preparedness. Led by Business Impact NW, this hands-on session will cover how...

Join Doe Bay Wine Company Tasting Room on May 5 from 6–8pm for an inviting evening of wine and cheese. Guests will enjoy four artisan cheeses thoughtfully paired with three carefully selected wines, all in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether...

Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30pm, Old Gym Join other adult basketball players in pick-up basketball games on the full court in the gym. New and experienced players are invited to join a team. Indoor shoes are required. Balls and a first aid kit are provided. P...

On April 28, the Orcas Christian School freshman class traveled to Future of Flight Aviation Center &Boeing Tour for an educational field trip focused on aviation history, aircraft manufacturing and hands-on learning.

Submitted by the Orcas Island Community Foundation.

Submitted by Lisa Henderson.

Submitted by the Economic Development Council.

Submitted by the Orcas Choral Society.

Submitted by event organizers.

Submitted by Earth Day Orcas.

Submitted by the Orcas Public Library.

Sarah Jane Whitridge grew up in the United Kingdom, where Mother’s Day is also known as “Mothering Sunday.”

Join us for 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...

The EDC is hosting a free, in-person Capital Readiness workshop on May 5 and 6 to help small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs better understand funding and loan preparedness. Led by Business Impact NW, this hands-on session will cover how...

Milly Vetterlein and Carla Stanley, familiar faces at Orcas Senior Center, have teamed up to bring Basil the Poodle to life. Blending heartfelt storytelling with charming pen-and-ink illustrations. They’ll share the story behind the book on Wednesda...

Join Doe Bay Wine Company Tasting Room on Wednesday, May 6 from 4–6pm for a special Tiny Alley Tasting featuring Eastern European wines. In collaboration with Puget Street Imports, this unique afternoon highlights wines from some of Europe’s most ex...

Level 2/3- Wednesdays 5:30-6:50pm, Orcas Center Dance Studio Level 1 Barre & Stretch- Saturdays 9:30-10:30am, Orcas Center Dance Studio Adults Ballet classes are a great way to learn basic ballet steps at the barre to help stretch and strengthen...

Wednesdays and Sundays, 7:30-9:30pm, 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. Friends or family mem...

Submitted by the Orcas Island Historical Museums.

Discover the joy of drumming with the Spirit of Drumming Group at Orcas Senior Center on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.! This beginner-friendly group focuses on exploring the elements of drumming. There’s no cost to participate—just bring a drum and join th...

Shake the cobwebs off your creativity and come to the Senior Center at 1:30pm Thursdays to share fun, commitment-free art at the Etch a Sketch Circle. Led by Anita Orne of AnitaSketch, each hour will begin with a prompt, perhaps a brief demo, then w...

INDIVISIBLE runs May 1–9, with 7pm performances on May 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9, and a 2pm matinee on May 3. This original multimedia dance experience, created and performed by the Orcas Dance Collective and directed by Jake Perrine, explores the divisions...

Unleash your creativity at Art with Carla Fridays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Orcas Senior Center. Led by experienced artist Carla Stanley, this lighthearted class focuses on the creative process with a strong belief in your artistic potential, regardless...

Join our 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 r...

Adult Heels Dance meets Fridays from 5:30–6:45pm at the Orcas Center Dance Studio. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purchased through the Parks & Rec website or in person at the office(...

INDIVISIBLE runs May 1–9, with 7pm performances on May 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9, and a 2pm matinee on May 3. This original multimedia dance experience, created and performed by the Orcas Dance Collective and directed by Jake Perrine, explores the divisions...

Level 2/3- Wednesdays 5:30-6:50pm, Orcas Center Dance Studio Level 1 Barre & Stretch- Saturdays 9:30-10:30am, Orcas Center Dance Studio Adults Ballet classes are a great way to learn basic ballet steps at the barre to help stretch and strengthen...

Join Orcas Island Park and Recreation for the 2026 Adult Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, May 9 from 11am-4pm at the OISD Old Gym. Teams of six (co-ed, ages 16+) are invited to compete in this fun community tournament. Registration is $60 per team...

Dust off your standard-issue red beanies and blue Speedos. We are initiating a “Life Aquatic” Wes Anderson-inspired spectacle on the water for the entire crew! To participate in the OIYC Opening Day Parade, convene in West Sound to be re...

Join Salmonberry for their annual Spring Festival on May 9 from 1-4pm!  The festival will feature snacks and refreshments, games, crafts, and of course flower crowns. Guests will also dance the Maypole and come together to celebrate and revel in the...

Join Orcas Island Library on Saturday, May 9 at 4pm for an art reception with Rachel Brumer. The Sweet Shop is a whimsical art installation celebrating books, reading, and public libraries. Growing up in Oakland, California, Rachel Brumer cherished...

Join Orcas Center for a special evening of food, fun, and fundraising at the Spring Gala on May 9 at 5pm Attendees will enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by award-winning chef Avery Adams of Matia, along with beverages included in the $150 ticket pric...

INDIVISIBLE runs May 1–9, with 7pm performances on May 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9, and a 2pm matinee on May 3. This original multimedia dance experience, created and performed by the Orcas Dance Collective and directed by Jake Perrine, explores the divisions...

Join New Leaf Cafe this Mother’s Day for a special brunch featuring the freshest local ingredients Orcas Island has to offer. The kitchen has crafted a seasonal menu full of dishes meant to be savored slowly, from hearty and satisfying options to so...

Submitted by the Orcas Community Resource Center Communications Team.

Dive into the soothing and expressive world of watercolor painting with instructor Robbie Walker! This beginner-friendly class meets on Mondays from 9:30 to 11am starting September 8. With years of experience in drawing and watercolor techniques, Ro...

Experience the joy of making music at Ukulele Kanikipila, Hawaiian for “play music,” Mondays from 1 to 3 pm at Orcas Senior Center. This gathering is open to everyone with an interest in playing music for two hours each week. If you&#821...

This month: Pielihueso (Spanish for “skin and bones”)! Light, bright, vibrant wines from the Uco Valley. Organically farmed, native yeast, minimal intervention. Pure, fun, crushable wines that capture what makes Argentine wine so excitin...

Mondays 7:30-9:30pm, Oddfellows At the heart of Argentine Tango is connection – Connection with your partner, with music, and our bodies with the ground. For the past 15 years, I have gathered experience from some of the greatest Tango maestro...

Orcas Island Public Library will host a special evening with award-winning film and television director Ken Kwapis on Thursday, May 14, at 6 p.m. The program will feature a Q&A-style conversation about Kwapis’ career in film and television...

Olga Rising Anniversary — May 12 Olga Rising has always been more than just a bakery and café. It’s the conversations across the counter, the familiar faces, the steady rhythm of a small island showing up. They feel so lucky to be part of it. To say...

Join the Senior Center for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participant...

Contemporary Dance meets Sundays from 10-11:15am, Tuesdays 10-11:15am, at the Orcas Center Dance Studio and Thursdays 5:15-6:45pm at Orcas Oddfellows. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purch...

Discover the power of mindful movement with Andrea Preiss, an experienced physical therapist, Feldenkrais practitioner, and therapeutic eurythmist. Join her for a gentle, seated movement class every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Orcas Senior Center. These s...

Join the Orcas Senior Center every Tuesday at 11am for a relaxing sound bath with crystal bowls. Sessions are guided by Andréia Henigson, founder of attune.you, a sound healing practice offering calming, restorative experiences for physical and emot...

Julia Summers leads a weekly meditation group at Orcas Senior Center on Tuesdays at 1 pm. Regardless of prior experience, Julia extends a warm invitation to all, emphasizing inclusivity by operating the sessions on a donation basis. With open hearts...

Please mark your calendars for the Spring GiveOrcas Kick-Off Party at Orcas Center on Tuesday, May 12 from 4-6pm. All ages are welcome to celebrate spring and meet the 31 nonprofits taking part in Spring GiveOrcas. Light bites, beverages, kids’ art...

Contemporary Dance meets Sundays from 10-11:15am, Tuesdays 10-11:15am, at the Orcas Center Dance Studio and Thursdays 5:15-6:45pm at Orcas Oddfellows. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purch...