The week ahead: Snow May Set the Stage for "A Christmas Carol" and Annual Bird Count

Sunday, Dec. 13

Orcas Choral Society Winter Concert,“Joyous Sounds of Christmas” concerts  at 2 p.m. at the Orcas Center.  The program of seasonal music features “Magnificat” by John Rutter as well as familiar carols,  songs from other times and cultures, caroling with the audience, and a wide variety of instrumental accompaniment. Tickets at 376-2281.

Spiral Candlelight Walk to observe the magic of the season Sunday afternoon at Odd Fellows Hall

Montessori Candlight Spiral Walk,  at 3 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. The entire community is invited to join in this event which will be hosted by the Orcas Montessori School, the Salmonberry School and the School of the Salish Sea. Free, Donations to Food Bank accepted.

The Bethlehem Project, Orcas Island Community Church Children’s Christmas Program, Directed by Lorena Stankevich and Ron Herman6 p.m. at the Community Church in Eastsound. Refreshments and a social hour will follow the pageant. Call 376-6422.

Monday, Dec. 14

Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) Workshop to prepare for Jan. 4 County Council meeting on Orcas — Country Corner LAMIRD and 2010 Work Plan.

Artsmith Salon, begins at 7 p.m. at Doe Bay Resort Café featuring  writer Joe Symon and Sandy Thompson. The salon is free to attend and the cafe will be open for dining.

Tuesday, Dec. 15

Upcoming Orcas Island School District Bond Planning Workshop 2 p.m. in the School Cafeteria. All are welcome to give input. 376-2284

Orcas Island School District Monthly Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the School Library. 376-2284.

Wednesday, Dec. 16
Growth Management Hearings Board meets to consider arguments from the County and from John Campbell regarding the complaint that “affordable housing” is not adequately considered in the County’s Land Supply Element of the Growth Management Act. At the Eastound Fire Hall at10 a.m.

Holiday Soup & Chili Supper beginning at 5:30 p.m., prepared by the Orcas Center Board of Trustees in the Madrona Room,  prior to the opening night performance of A Christmas Carol, which benefits The Funhouse.The Soup & Chili Supper includes a choice of chili with meat, minestrone with chicken or vegetarian minestrone; salad; roll or chips; hot cider or apple juice; and dessert. $10 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. Wine is also available for sale. Dinner proceeds benefit the Orcas Center.

A Christmas Carol, which benefits The Funhouse, at the Orcas Center. Local production dozens of local talent, directed by Jim Bredouw and Deborah Sparks. 7: 30 p.m. Call 376-7177 or 376-2281 for tickets.

Thursday, Dec. 17

Free Community Dinner at Emmanuel Church 5:30 to 7:30p.m., in the new Parish Hall in Eastsound. For information or transportation assistance, call 376-3394.

A Christmas Carol, which benefits The Funhouse, at the Orcas Center. Local production with dozens of islanders performing, directed by Jim Bredouw and Deborah Sparks. 7: 30 p.m. Call 376-7177 or 376-2281 for tickets.

Friday, Dec. 18

Free H1N1 vaccination clinic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Island Senior Center in Eastsound, provided by the County Health Department. The Health Department nurses are available to answer questions at 360-378-4474.

A Christmas Carol, which benefits The Funhouse, at the Orcas Center. Local production with dozens of islanders performing, directed by Jim Bredouw and Deborah Sparks. 7: 30 p.m. Call 376-7177 or 376-2281 for tickets.

saturday, Friday, Dec. 19

Annual Christmas Bird Count with the San Juan Islands Audubon Society. Join others on many routes to choose from on all islands or count birds from your home. Contact Barbara Jensen, 378-3068

A Christmas Carol, which benefits The Funhouse, at the Orcas Center. Local production with dozens of islanders performing, directed by Jim Bredouw and Deborah Sparks. 7: 30 p.m. Call 376-7177 or 376-2281 for tickets.

Saturday, Dec. 20

A Christmas Carol, which benefits The Funhouse, at the Orcas Center. Local production with dozens of islanders performing, directed by Jim Bredouw and Deborah Sparks. Special matinee at 2 p.m. and final performance at 7: 30 p.m. Call 376-7177 or 376-2281 for tickets.