||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER |||


Mark your calendars—Grannie’s Holiday Sale is back at Orcas Senior Center on Saturday, November 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Browse a wide array of festive décor, holiday treasures, and unique creations from local artisans. It’s the perfect place to find special gifts and seasonal inspiration.
Showcase Your Work
Vendors are invited to reserve a table and share their wares. Tables are $25 each, with a limit of two six-foot tables per seller, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lend a Hand
We’re also seeking volunteers to help with setup, event-day support, and cleanup.
Get Involved
Reserve your table or sign up to volunteer by contacting Edy Hansen at 206-413-6157 or edy@orcasseniors.org.

Good Death, Good Life Café
Join us every third Tuesday of the month, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., beginning in September 15 for the Good Death, Good Life Café at Orcas Senior Center. Led by certified end-of-life doula Sonia Lippmann, this free community gathering offers a safe, welcoming space to explore conversations about aging, serious illness, and end-of-life planning.
Through gentle discussion and compassionate guidance, participants will learn practical ways to prepare for the future before a crisis occurs. These conversations can bring greater understanding, strengthen family connections, and provide peace of mind.
For more information, contact Sonia Lippmann at sonia@eventideendoflife.care or 360-610-2887.

Orcas Senior Center – September Highlights
Orcas Senior Center offers a variety of ongoing classes, social groups, wellness activities, and creative programs throughout the month. All programs are open to everyone, regardless of age, and new participants are always welcome. A full calendar with dates and times is available at www.orcasseniors.org/calendar-of-events.
This Month at the Senior Center
  • Fitness & Wellness: Chair yoga
  • Arts & Creativity: Art with Carla, quilting, needlework, and watercolors
  • Music & Social Groups: Ukulele, drumming
  • Cards & Games: Spite & Malice, pinochle, and Karma
  • Support Services: Foot care, technology support, Medicare counseling, and more
  • Community Lunch & Gatherings: Shared meals and friendly drop-in time
Featured This Month
  • Aging in Place: Staying Home, Staying Connected: Join us Wednesday, September 30 at 1 p.m. for the first of three free sessions with Hospice of the Northwest on living safely and independently at home. Materials provided free. Contact Edy@orcasseniors.org or 206-413-6167 for more information.
  • Outsmarting Scammers: Fraud Prevention 101: Join us Wednesday, September 2 at 1 p.m. for a free presentation by Banner Bank on spotting scams targeting seniors, warning signs, and how to respond if targeted. Contact Edy@orcasseniors.org or 206-413-6167 for more information.


 

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