Swil Kanim, Native American violinist, comes to the Orcas Island Prevention Partnership Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 17 at 5 p.m.
Friday, May 15
County Planning Commission meets at the Orcas Island Senior Center at 10 a.m. Agenda includes a report from the EPRC and an Open Space application.
Artsmith Poetry reading and spoken word open mic with poet Peter Ludwin at 7:30 p.m. at Kangaroo House Bed and Breakfast on Orcas Island.
Canoe Island Yoga Weekend from Friday, May 15 to Sunday, May 17).
Morning and evening yoga classes, then sail, kayak, swim in the heated pool, play tennis, hike or just relax on Canoe Island. Do as much or as little as you choose. This weekend is a scholarship fundraiser with $55 of the $215 tuition going to the CIFC Scholarship Fund. Limited to 25 participants. Ages: 16 and up. Costs: $215 per person (all inclusive, 3 meals a day, use of island activities equipment, lodging, transportation from Orcas ferry landing to Canoe Island). For more information, call 468-2329.
PTSA Family Movie Night! Join family and friends and enjoy Disney Pictures’ “Bolt”, featuring the vocal talents of John Travolta and Miley Cyrus. 7 p.m., School Cafeteria. Suggested Donation: $5 per family (but no one will be turned away for lack of $s) The popcorn is free, and the first 25 families and/or persons contributing at least $5 will also receive a $5 gift card useable at the National PTA’s online DVD store.
The Confessions of Saint Augustine – A powerful one-man production as Leonardo Defilippis performs the modern story of a man steeped in a sordid lifestyle, who finally and dramatically discovers the true answer to his passionate longing: God Himself. Accompanied by music, sets, and costumes, and suitable for ages 12 and up. Admission: Free Will Offering; Reception following performance. Sponsored by St. Francis Catholic Church of San Juan Island with thanks to the Community Church for hosting the performance. 7 p.m. Call 376-6847 or email dvdoty@centurytel.net
Orcas Choral Society entertains at the Orcas Center Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon.
Saturday, May 16
College Essay Workshop at the Funhouse Two day workshop focusing on writing the college application essay, Saturday, May 16; 9 am – 10:30 a.m. and Sunday, May 17 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Advanced sign-ups for these sessions are required, with preference given to current Juniors. The cost to participate is $20 for Funhouse members, and $35 for Non-Members. As always, Funhouse scholarships are available and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. For information and reservations e-mail Kate Hansen at kate@thefunhouse.org or call 376-7177.
Annual OPALCO meeting on board the interisland ferry. Attendees will be treated to a healthy sack lunch with a fresh sandwich, salad and cookie – coffee and cold beverages will also be served. General Manager Randy Cornelius will be handing out gifts as members get on the ferry – and each member will have the chance to win one of more than fifty fabulous door prizes such as power and garden tools, Mariners tickets, a load of gravel, generous gift certificates, kitchen tools and appliances, camping and sporting equipment, OPALCO bill credits, art and merchandise from local businesses. Every member who attends will automatically receive a $5 credit on their next bill.
Orcas Islanders will board the ferry at 10:20 a.m.
All Island Preschools Open House 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children’s House, Salmonberry Preschool, Orcas Montessori School and Kaleidoscope Open House. Staff members will be available at each school to answer your questions. All schools are now accepting applications for fall enrollment. For more information, contact each school directly. Call Teresa @ 376-5350.
Parent-Child Playgroup reunion at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall in Eastsound from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Reunion of parents and children involved in 1991-2008 playgroup facilitated by Kathi Ciskowski . Call 376-4186 for further information.
A fun filled family concert with Northwest folk legend Dana Lyons at the Outlook Inn in the Victorian Room at 4 p.m.. Refreshments and outrageous baked goods (both sweet and savory) will be served. Tickets are $10 – $20 for adults and $5 – $10 for children and are available at Salmonberry School, The Kitchen and the Outlook Inn. Call Eliza at 376-4219. All proceeds to benefit the Salmonberry School.
Orcas Island Choral Society spring concert, Songs on the Lighter Side. Romantic, humorous and spirited songs. 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Center. Tickets are available from the Orcas Center Box Office at 376-2281, via the Orcas Center website www.orcascenter.org, or during normal Orcas Center Box Office hours. They are $10 for adults and $3 for students and children.
Sunday, May 17
Orcas Island Choral Society spring concert Songs on the Lighter Side. Romantic, humorous and spirited songs. 3 p.m. at the Orcas Center.
Tickets are available from the Orcas Center Box Office at 376-2281, via the Orcas Center website www.orcascenter.org, or during normal Orcas Center Box Office hours. They are $10 for adults and $3 for students and children.
Orcas Island Prevention Partnership Annual Meeting. 5 p.m. at the Orcas Center. A Farm to Community evening meal, followed by a performance from internationally known NW Native American violinist, Swil Kanim. Afterwards, he and Michael Mele will facilitate a short community forum on “Bringing Together Community – empowering ourselves in mindful ways”. Donations accepted to benefit the Prevention Partnership – optional childcare will be provided during the community forum. Call Marta Nielson at 376-1547.
