Here comes the sun: the week ahead

Sunday, May 10

The Island Sinfonia is presenting its Mother’s Day spring concert at 3 p.m. at the Orcas Center.  The program will feature Symphony No. 8 by Franz Schubert and Symphony No. 9 (first movement) by Franz Schubert, and The Quiet City by Aaron Copland.  Admission is $10 through the Orcas Center box office.  A wine and cheese reception following the concert is included in the price.  Call Karen Blinn at 376-6579.

Monday, May 11

Investing Local. The Orcas Island Community Foundation is hosting a discussion led by Charlie Anderson, Chair of the San Juan Island Community Foundation. He is interested in Community Development Financial Institutions and local investment, and has offered to talk to Orcas Islanders about the concept from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Eastsound Firehall. Questions?  Contact Hilary Canty, OICF Executive Director, at 376-6423 or hilary@oicf.us.

Tuesday, May 12

Cooking in the Barn Series continues with “One Salmon – Five Meals.” Annual cooking class series continues through May and benefits Children’s House. Cost per class $100, and includes demonstration, dinner, and wine. All classes are from 4 to 7 pm. Register on line at the website www.oich.org/form.html or contact Children’s House direct at 360-376-4744.

Eastsound Sewer and Water District meeting (East side of Airport, at end of Cessna Lane) 4:45 p.m.

Fire Commissioners Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Eastsound Fire Station. 376-2331.

Wednesday, May 13

“Sex Education in the School: What is Taught and When?” at the PTSA meeting.  School administration, teachers and counselors on the focus topic-with plenty of opportunity for questions and comments.  5:30-7:00 in the school library.

Also on the agenda will be selection of the parent representatives to the newly forming Orcas School Site Council.  The PTSA has been authorized to select four parents — four from the general school population and one from OASIS/ALE — to comprise the parent representation on the site council.  Those interested in serving on the site council, are asked to contact Barb Skotte at bskotte@yahoo.com as soon as possible.

Simply Ballroom  – 23 dancers in this Ballroom dancing touring ensemble perform 21 dances in gorgeous gowns, make-up, and hairstyles.  Tickets: $15. 7:30 p.m. at Orcas Center @ 376-2281.

Thursday, May 14

Orcas Island School District Special Board Meeting 5 p.m. at the school library. Open board workshop meeting with the Budget Advisory Committee. Public is welcome to attend.

Port of Orcas Commissioners meeting (Airport conference room).  7 p.m. Call 376-5285 for more information.

Friday, May 15
County Planning Commission meets at the Orcas Island Senior Center at 10 a.m. Agenda includes a report from the EPRC and an Open Space application.

PTSA Family Movie Night! Join family and friends and enjoy Disney Pictures’ “Bolt”, featuring the vocal talents of John Travolta and Miley Cyrus. 7 p.m., School Cafeteria. Suggested Donation: $5 per family (but no one will be turned away for lack of $s) The popcorn is free, and the first 25 families and/or persons contributing at least $5 will also receive a $5 gift card useable at the National PTA’s online DVD store.

Canoe Island Yoga Weekend from Friday, May 15  to Sunday, May 17).
Morning and evening yoga classes, then sail, kayak, swim in the heated pool, play tennis, hike or just relax on Canoe Island.  Do as much or as little as you choose.  This weekend is a scholarship fundraiser with $55 of the $215 tuition going to the CIFC Scholarship Fund.  Limited to 25 participants.  Ages: 16 and up.  Costs: $215 per person (all inclusive, 3 meals a day, use of island activities equipment, lodging, transportation from Orcas ferry landing to Canoe Island). For more information, call 468-2329

The Confessions of  Saint Augustine — A powerful one-man production as Leonardo Defilippis performs the modern story of a man steeped in a sordid lifestyle, who finally and dramatically discovers the true answer to his passionate longing: God Himself.  Accompanied by music, sets, and costumes, and suitable for ages 12 and up.  Admission: Free Will Offering; Reception following performance.  Sponsored by St. Francis Catholic Church of San Juan Island with thanks to the Community Church for hosting the performance. 7 p.m.  Call 376-6847 or email dvdoty@centurytel.net

Saturday, May 16

College Essay Workshop at the Funhouse Two day workshop focusing on writing the college application essay, Saturday, May 16; 9 am – 10:30 a.m. and Sunday, May 17 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Advanced sign-ups for these sessions are required, with preference given to current Juniors.  The cost to participate is $20 for Funhouse members, and $35 for Non-Members. As always, Funhouse scholarships are available and no one will be turned away for lack of funds.  For information and reservations e-mail Kate Hansen at kate@thefunhouse.org or call 376-7177.

All Island Preschools Open House 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Children’s House, Salmonberry Preschool, Orcas Montessori School and Kaleidoscope Open House. Staff members will be available at each school to answer your questions. All schools are now accepting applications for fall enrollment. For more information, contact each school directly. Call Teresa @ 376-5350.

Parent-Child Playgroup reunion at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall in Eastsound from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Reunion of parents and children involved in 1991-2008 playgroup facilitated by Kathi Ciskowski . Call 376-4186 for further information.

A fun filled family concert with Northwest folk legend Dana Lyons at the Outlook Inn in the Victorian Room at 4 p.m..  Refreshments and outrageous baked goods (both sweet and savory) will be served. Tickets are $10 – $20 for adults and $5 – $10 for children and are available at Salmonberry School, The Kitchen and the Outlook Inn. Call Eliza  at 376-4219.  All proceeds to benefit the Salmonberry School.

Orcas Island Choral Society spring concert, Songs on the Lighter Side. Romantic, humorous and spirited songs. 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Center. Tickets are available from the Orcas Center Box Office at 376-2281, via the Orcas Center website www.orcascenter.org, or during normal Orcas Center Box Office hours.  They are $10 for adults and $3 for students and children.

Sunday, May 17

Orcas Island Choral Society spring concert Songs on the Lighter Side. Romantic, humorous and spirited songs. 3  p.m. at the Orcas Center.

Tickets are available from the Orcas Center Box Office at 376-2281, via the Orcas Center website www.orcascenter.org, or during normal Orcas Center Box Office hours.  They are $10 for adults and $3 for students and children.

Orcas Island Prevention Partnership Annual Meeting. 5 p.m. at the Orcas Center. A Farm to Community evening meal, followed by a performance from internationally known NW Native American violinist, Swil Kanim.  Afterwards, he and Michael Mele will facilitate a short community forum on “Bringing Together Community – empowering ourselves in mindful ways”. Donations accepted to benefit the Prevention Partnership – optional childcare will be provided during the community forum. Call Marta Nielson at 376-1547.