Monday, Sept. 24
A Special Public Meeting for Buck Park Bid Reviews will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at OIPRD offices in the Funhouse Commons at 33 Peapatch Lane. All interested persons are invited.
Common Sense Alliance Invites Islanders to Discuss CAO Proposal: A Reasonable Way Forward. Eastsound Fire Hall 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 25
County Council Meeting. Starts at 10 am @ Eastsound Fire Station.
Green Drinks at Chilada’s. Enjoy Orcas Island Green Drinks at Childada’s in Eastsound from 5-7 pm.
Wednesday, Sept 26
Sustainable Orcas Island monthly meeting from 5-7 at the Public Library.
Thursday, Sept. 27
Orcas Island Blood Drive. From 12 noon to 6 pm @ Eastsound Fire Hall. Walk-ins welcome. Donors with appointments have priority at registration. To make an appointment, please contact Paul Losleben at 376-6804, or email losleben@rockisland.com.
Orcas Island School Board Meeting at 5 p.m. in the School Library. For agenda call 376-2284.
Orcas Island High School Lady Vikings Volleyball, 5:30 pm.
Ocean Frontiers: The Dawn of a New Era in Ocean Stewardship, a new film by Green Fire Productions, is being offered for a special, free Orcas Island screening. 6:30–8:30 p.m., Orcas Center.
Tango Classes. Cindy McGrady, Tango teacher, has just returned from Argentina after many a dance class there. She’s putting on a Tango Bootcamp, with sessions in beginning and intermediate tango over six days, beginning today at 7-8 p.m. at The Odd Fellows Hall. Drop-in okay, contact: Cindy McGrady 376-3259 or Kay Miller 376-4538, 376-4312.
Friday, Sept. 28
Whale of a Show 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center. Back by popular demand, “Whale of a Show “is a lot of fun packed in to one evening. Didier Gincig directs this premier showcase of Orcas’ young talent. Elementary, middle and high school kids ages 6 – 18 years, shine on stage in a celebration of dance, music, song, poetry, skits, and improv.
The Back to School Barbeque starts at 5 p.m. in the school cafeteria and courtyard. The PTSA will provide hot dogs and veggie dogs, and families are encouraged to bring salads and side dishes.
Rollerskating, revived last year under the Hughes’ leadership, starts at 5:30 in the Old Gym.
Saturday, Sept. 29
Chili Cook Off to benefit holiday giving tree. Do you have what it takes to make an award winning Chili? Here is your chance to find out! The Lions Club, the Kiwanis and the Orcas Island Farmers Market are hosting a Chili Cook Off on September 29th to benefit the Giving Tree Program which provides holiday gifts for island children and teens. We have almost reached capacity for entries, don’t miss your chance for culinary glory. Entry fee is only $35 forms and rules can be picked up at the Library Circulation desk or by calling Jim Biddick at 376-2488.
Sunday, Sept. 30
Orcas Island Rowing (OIR) Club will be holding their local fall rowing regatta “The Headless Head” starting at 10 a.m. and racing will start shortly thereafter. The action takes place on Cascade Lake in Moran State Park. Boats launch and the finish line is near the OIR boathouse at the south end of the lake.
Farm Education and Sustainability for Teens (FEAST) Fundraising Dinner at Odd Fellows Hall.
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