Sliding Into February; Yes, Really

Monday, January 28

Funhouse Council Candidates Forum for Kids with Greg Ayers, Lisa Byers, and Rick Hughes. 3:30–4:30 p.m.  at the Funhouse Commons.

Tuesday, January 29

Green Drinks —  a Happy Hour gathering of environmentally minded folks. Open to all,  meet to network, make friends, discuss green issues, support each other, and have fun. The best part about Green Drinks is that this is not another “meeting” – just good people meeting up to network on a regular day and time. For more information, please visit www.thriveorcasisland.com/orcas-island-green-drinks  Contact: Armando Nunes at anunes@anunesmedia.com

Open Mic! at The Lower Tavern.

Wednesday, January 30

CAO workshop for design professionals, planners, land use attorneys and consultants who deal with permits and land use codes from 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Mullis Street Fire Station, 1011 Mullis Street in Friday Harbor. Workshop also offeerd February 6, from 10:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Station, 45 Lavender Lane in Eastsound. Preregistration for these workshops is required. To register please contact Lynda Guernsey (lyndag@sanjuanco.com, 360-370-7579) and provide your name, phone number, e-mail address, and the class you are registering for.

Sustainable Orcas Island  meet the Orcas Council Candidates at the Public Library, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, January 31

“The Life of Galileo,” 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center. Galileo was initially celebrated as a great man of the Renaissance – until the church condemned his teachings, fearing that he would begin to question the order of the social system, too. Brecht’s powerful play questions the scientist’s responsibilities in the face of an oppressive government. Orcas Center’s production is directed by Robert Hall and performed by a local star-studded cast. $15, $11 students, $2 off for Orcas Center members. Visit www.OrcasCenter.org.

Friday, February 1

Ben Fisher Live at Doe Bay Café  This 7 p.m. show is free though seating is limited. Please call 360.376.8059 for dinner reservations.

“The Life of Galileo,” 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center. Galileo was initially celebrated as a great man of the Renaissance – until the church condemned his teachings, fearing that he would begin to question the order of the social system, too. Brecht’s powerful play questions the scientist’s responsibilities in the face of an oppressive government. Orcas Center’s production is directed by Robert Hall and performed by a local star-studded cast. $15, $11 students, $2 off for Orcas Center members. Visit www.OrcasCenter.org.

Karaoke! at The Lower Tavern, 9 p.m.

Saturday, February 2

50K race in Moran State Park Start Time: 9 a.m. End Time: 3 p.m. For more information, go to https://orcas50k.blogspot.com or contact Lance Evans at info@orcasislandchamber.com

Corey Wiscomb and Robb Eagle at Agave Restaurant. 7 p.m. An evening of music with local favorites,, an acoustic blend of music styles from Blues, Bluegrass, Rock and Folk.

Grace McCune CD release party and concert for “From the Direct Box of the Soul”  in the Music Room at the Rosario Resort Mansion. There will be a meet and greet hour in the lounge at Rosario from 6 to 7 p.m. followed by the concert upstairs in the music room at 7 p.m. Hosted by Jake Perrine, Grace will be joined by musicians Martin Lund, Carolyn Cruso and Violinist Joel Gamble. Admission is free.

“The Life of Galileo,” 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center. Galileo was initially celebrated as a great man of the Renaissance – until the church condemned his teachings, fearing that he would begin to question the order of the social system, too. Brecht’s powerful play questions the scientist’s responsibilities in the face of an oppressive government. Orcas Center’s production is directed by Robert Hall and performed by a local star-studded cast. $15, $11 students, $2 off for Orcas Center members. Visit www.OrcasCenter.org.