— from Janine Heimerich —

The Severe Weather Shelter [at Orcas Island Community Church] will be open tonight (Monday, 1/2/17) — Thursday night (1/5/17). We are open 7 p.m. — 8 a.m.

Guests should arrive between 7 — 9 p.m.; overnight staff will lock up and go home shortly thereafter if no one shows up.

We provide cots, sleeping bags/blankets, snacks, and a hot breakfast.

If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, please email janine.heimerich@gmail.com.

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