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Create comfort with fidget quilts

Join Brenda Bacon at Orcas Senior Center for a creative Fidget Quilt workshop on Wednesday, February 18, from 1 to 4 p.m. This hands-on session is designed to guide participants in crafting small, tactile quilts that offer comfort and engagement for individuals living with dementia.

Fidget quilts feature interactive elements such as zippers, Velcro, buttons, ribbons, and textured fabrics—designed to keep hands busy and minds soothed. Brenda will provide sewing machines, basic materials, and step-by-step guidance. Sample quilts and handouts will also be available to spark ideas and creativity.

Whether you’re new to sewing or an experienced quilter, all are welcome. Donations of materials are appreciated to help support the project.

No registration required. Questions? Contact Brenda at 704-957-0683 or baconbc@outlook.com.

Move with Ease: Gentle Feldenkrais Classes 

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 sessions blend Feldenkrais and eurythmy techniques to support mobility, balance, stability, and even vision—ideal for all fitness levels.

Please wear comfortable clothing and non-slip shoes. Each class is $15. Andrea has nearly 40 years of experience and received her certification in Germany in 1982.

Questions? Contact Andrea at sound-movement@hotmail.com or 206-383-7705. Learn more about her work at www.sound-movement.org

Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing

Join us 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 participants to explore balance poses without the concern of falling.

Susie Frank, an Orcas resident of over 30 years, brings her expertise, having practiced yoga since 2009. While Susie suggests a $15 donation per class, no one will be turned away due to financial constraints. For inquiries, reach out to Susie directly at 360-298-4484 or sissooz@yahoo.com.

Ukulele Kanikipila: Join the Musical Fun

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’re a player looking to dive into the world of ukulele playing, join Kathy Collister’s twice weekly for ukulele classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 p.m. If you are a true beginner Kathy has an 11 a.m. class on Thursdays that will get you up to speed in no time!

Kathy, an experienced instructor, will guide you through the basics of introductory chords and strumming techniques. The class is free of charge, but make sure to bring your own ukulele. For inquiries about the ukulele sessions, including information on borrowing a ukulele, feel free to reach out to Kathy at kcollister15@gmail.com. Beginners and adults of all ages are welcome to join the musical journey!