August 5, 2010 – ORCAS ISLAND’S WEEKLY EVENTS NEWSLETTER

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The Chamber Welcomes 4 New Members!

The Crow’s Nest (Owners: Clayton & Trina Olson)
Charming studio in Westsound. Fabulous water views from private deck. Public beach and dock right across the street.
Address: 942 Deer Harbor Road, Eastsound
Phone: 360-376-4633
Email: cto@rockisland.com
Website: http://www.vrbo.com/311272

Kobayashi Cunningham Law, PLLC(Owner: Adina Kobayashi Cunningham)
Adina K. Cunningham provides full-time legal services in Eastsound and Friday Harbor. Her practice focuses on government law for individuals, municipalities and districts, environmental and land use law, and business transactions. She serves as the Town Attorney for the Town of Friday Harbor, and advises other municipal entities. She is accepting new clients. Please see her website at kclawpllc.com for more information.
Address: 188 A Street, Suite C, Eastsound
Phone: 360-298-2367
Email: adinac@kclawpllc.com
Website: www.kclawpllc.com

Virginia Erhardt, Licensed Psychologist, Ph. D.
Using an integrative, mind-body approach to psychotherapy, I often utilize Clinical Hypnosis to address issues such as academic, athletic, and aesthetic performance, anxiety reduction, smoking cessation, weight management, pain management, and medical conditions.
I work with couples on general relationship and physical intimacy issues. As a sex therapist, I have expertise in chronic illness, disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
Address: 374 North Beach Road
Phone: 360-317-4555
Email: DrVErhardt@aol.com
Website: www.DrVirginiaErhardt.com

Oregano Productions (Owner: Shane Watson)
Oregano Productions provides graphic design, web design, and illustration services. Everything from logos, business cards, flyers, websites, to illustration. Please see our site for examples of work.
Phone: 360-376-3848
Email: Oregano@OreganoProductions.com
Website: www.OreganoProductions.com

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Events This Week

‘GETTING ALONG FAMOUSLY’ ON-STAGE AT THE GRANGE THIS WEEKEND
(Friday – Sunday, August 6 – 8 @ 7:30 pm)
The Actors Theater of Orcas Island announces five performances of “Getting Along Famously” by Michael Jacobs. This play is a fun, light-hearted look at what happens when Harry Leeby, the worlds most successful paperback novel writer wants to write a “good” novel. Harry Leeby has written eighteen Axel Troy mysteries which have spawned movies, TV, fame and fortune. But Axel is invincible, much too clever for him enemies so the only one left to kill him is Harry. This is the story of what happens when he does. Only 3 more performances! All performances will be at 7:30 pm at the Grange. This script-in-hand production is suitable for all ages. Tickets are $10 and are available at Darvill’s Book Store or on-line at www.orcasactors.com or at the door.

INFORMATION: Contact Doug Bechtel at 317-5601

‘KNIGHT AND DAY’ ON SCREEN AT SEAVIEW THEATER
(Friday – Monday @ 8:00 pm)
June Havens finds her everyday life tangled with that of a secret agent who has realized he isn’t supposed to survive his latest mission. As their campaign to stay alive stretches across the globe, they soon learn that all they can count on is each other. Starring: Tom Cruise & Cameron Diaz. Rated: PG-13

INFORMATION: Call SeaView @ 376-5724

KALEIDOSCOPE ‘GARAGE SALE’ FUNDRAISER
(Saturday, July 7 from 9 am – 1 pm) Location: 1292 North Beach Road
Here’s your chance to donate your ‘stuff’ and also locate some amazing ‘stuff’ you just have to own! There will be clothes, toys, household goods, and everything you can imagine. Donations are being accepted through Friday evening. Just look for the large blue bin across from Kaleidoscope. Any clothes not sold will be donated to a consignment shop for credit to be used by families in need. All other items are being donated to Goodwill Industries.

INFORMATION: Call Kaleidoscope @ 376-2484

INDIAN ISLAND MARINE HEALTH OBSERVATORY FIELD RESEARCH DAYS
(Saturday, August 7 – Tuesday, August 10)
Join local scientists and community volunteers at Eastsound Waterfront Park in conducting surveys of fish and intertidal animals on low tide days during the summer. Learn about the unique marine life of our home waterfront. Final Research Dates for This Season: Saturday (9 am- 1 pm); Sunday (9 am – 12 noon); Monday (10 am – 12 noon); and Tuesday (11 am – 1 pm). If you are interested in identifying the forage fish in the eel grass meadows, fish seining will take place on Saturday only at 11:00 and noon. Wear appropriate footwear for walking to the island (wet sand, gravel, shallow water), and come on down to the beach!

INFORMATION: Visit www.Indianisland.info

SAN JUAN COUNTY PIONEER’S PICNIC @ ORCAS ISLAND MUSEUM
(Saturday, August 7; 12 noon – 3 pm)
All islanders are invited to this Pioneer’s Picnic! Bring a picnic lunch (desserts & refreshments are provided). There will be trophies for the oldest man & woman present – and one for the longest continuous resident. Be sure to visit the Journey Stories exhibit at the museum (11 am – 4 pm). A videographer will be available to record your story!

INFORMATION: Call the Museum @ 376-4849

JOURNEYS THAT SHAPE OUR LIVES: A STORYTELLING EVENT @ SENIOR CENTER
(Saturday, August 7 from 3 pm – 5 pm) Reception Follows
For this storytelling event, there will be 4 Orcas Island performers:

* Nancy Wang will tell the story ‘Bittersweet’, her journey to understand her mother by researching her mother’s family of 4 American generations and discovering that a daughter’s perspective is limiting.
* Ginni Stern will tell the story of her 15 annual trips to Auschwitz, going to explore her personal family history, and learning the limits of compassion and the malleable boundaries of our humanity.
* Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo will tell the magical story ‘Butterfly’ – the story of his mother?s immigration from the Philippines to San Francisco when she was 5 years old. He will also sing songs he wrote of cultural identity and the journey of self-awareness through the Asian American experience.
* Anji Ringzin will recite the poetry of the Sufi poet Rumi, celebrating the heart journey of love.

INFORMATION: Nancy Wang nancy@ethnohtec.org; 360-376-8705

MARLEY’S GHOST ON CENTER STAGE – ORCAS CENTER
(Saturday, August 7 at 7:30 pm)
A favorite of the San Juan Islands, this is a PARTY BAND, with a little country, a little traditional and great instrumentals! A lotta slide guitar, great lyrics and a smile on your face is what you’ll get in this concert! $25, $17 (Orcas Center members), $11 (students)

INFORMATION & TICKETS: Call 376-2281 or visit www.orcascenter.org

FREE YOGA CLASS @ ORCAS MANDALA YOGA STUDIO
(Sunday, August 8 from 11 am – 12:30 pm) **Note Time Change**
Please join us as 8 Forrest Yoga Teachers lead you through an exciting ALL Levels Yoga class. These experienced Yoga Teachers are participating in a year-long Continuing Education Program. Expect lots of hands-on assists and support. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! (07.29)

INFORMATION: Call 298-0218 or email suzi@orcasmandala.com

‘MUSIC IN THE PARK’ FEATURING SUSAN OSBORN – FREE CONCERT
(Sunday, August 8; starts at 5:30 pm) Village on the Green Bandshell
Susan Osborn will play at the Sunday Concert in the Park. Bring your picnic dinner and settle in on the grass at the village green this Sunday as Susan Osborn will be playing and singing at this week’s free Stage on the Green Concert. Bring a picnic and your friends. FREE!

BROWN BAG CONCERT FEATURING ORCATRAZZ SWING BAND
(Wednesday, August 11 @ Noon)
The name Orcatrazz came about because like Alcatraz we are sort of trapped on the island…Orcas Island, only we love it. The band plays music mostly from the swing band era and performs 6 to 8 shows a year for community events, dances, weddings and bar mitzvahs, brown bags, or any occasion.

INFORMATION: Contact Karen Blinn @ 376-2352

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Shopping & Sales You Can’t Miss

IT’S FIRST FRIDAY AT TRES FABU!
(Friday, August 6)
It’s time to celebrate full-on summer with a little party and sale at Tres Fabu! This Friday we’ll have all blue denim on sale at 20% off – just to get you thinking about jeans and sweaters when it cools off (maybe October?)… Of course, you can still roll them up for beachcombing with flip-flops for now! We’ve got Jag, Worn and Christopher Blue in stock, with more to come in stretch corduroy – great fall colors, too! The porch is full of goods for home and garden, including cotton rugs from Dash & Albert, bamboo mats, pillows from French Laundry and Caldrea sweet pea products. See you this Friday!

INFORMATION: Call 376-7673 or visit www.tresfabu.com

ORIENTAL LILY EXPRESS
(Available Now)
Oriental lilies are in bloom now! Extra tall, fragrant lilies with multiple flowers per stem. Available at the Farmer’s Market in bunches or wholesale by the bucket. $40 per 5 gallon bucket. Peace & Plenty Flower Farm. www.orcasislandflowers.com (07.29)

INFORMATION: Call 376-5208

YOUR LOGO ON PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS AT SEW N SEW
68 North Beach Road (Templin Center)
Come by and see what is new at Sew N Sew! We now carry Imprinted Promotional products. Let us brng your logo alive!!! Come in and see our new embroidered garments. Don’t forget to bring your coupon!!! Summer Store hours are Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm (closed Sunday). (07.29)

INFORMATION: Call Donna @ 376-4343 or email sales@orcassewnsew.com

SAVE OVER $1,479 WITH ‘ORCAS ON THE GO’ COUPON BOOK
(Buy your book at the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce, Jillery or Wood’s Cove)
You won’t believe the money you will save when you buy the ‘Orcas on the Go’ coupon book! Here is just a small sampling of how you can save …

* Buying a book at Darvill’s? Save 15% off your total purchase!
* Dinner at Doe Bay Cafe? Save 15% off your meal!
* A bagel & creme cheese at Sunflower Cafe? FREE!
* A scoop of tasty gelato at Enzo’s? FREE!
* The savings are incredible! Stop by the Chamber for a complete list!*

Each coupon is for a ONE time discount that can be used until June 2011. Small enough to keep in your pocket or pocketbook, this $20 investment will pay for itself almost immediately. The coupons could be worth hundreds of dollars! Sales of the book benefit our seniors and our Senior Center. *Come pick up a Chamber savings analysis at our office.

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Announcements

GIVE FAMILY CAMP AT FOUR WINDS * WESTWARD HO A TRY!
(Friday, September 10 – Sunday, September 12)
If you have ever wondered what Four Winds Camp is like, this is your chance to give it a try. Family Camp wekend is a great way to get the feel of camp, meet some of the counselors, the director and assistant director and get the lay of the land. You’ll be able to participate in sailing canoeing, land sports, crafts, visit old & new haunts around Camp, or just hang out on Greenie Hill and listen to music. Children of all ages are welcome; however activities are geared toward camp-aged childre and older. There will be no childcare available. Cost of the wekend reunion is $200 per adult (16 and older) and $100 for children ages 7 – 15. Kids under 7 are free. This includes food, housing, and activities for the entire weekend! (08.05)

INFORMATION: Contact Arden Tellini Hofler at fwwhreunion@yahoo.com or call 206-226-1413

JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAMS OFFERED
(Monday, August 9 – Thursday, August 12)
Other dates are August 16 – 19 (5 pm – 8 pm). For Advanced sailors with experience. Includes spinnaker work and possibly Keel boats. Ages: 8 – 15 Cost: $80 Limited to 9 students. If you are interested in having your child enroll in either of these classes please call Orcas Rec at 376-5339 for details and to register. Because these are new classes you can NOT register online, please call Orcas Rec. For all other sailing classes register at www.sailorcas.org (08.05)

SEA GLASS CLUB FORMING
Suzanne at Orcas Arts wants to organize a meeting for sea glass collectors to share treasure hunting stories. We need to know how many are interested to organize.

INFORMATION: Give a call to Suzanne @ Orcas Arts – 376-3462

THE FARMERS’ MARKET IS NOW ACCEPTING EBT CARDS!
EBT (food stamp) customers may simply bring their card to market, decide how much money they want to spend and receive that amount in “market money.” Market money may be used as cash for all fresh produce, fruit, meat, seeds and annual vegetable starts. The market is open every Saturday at the Village Green from 10am-3pm through September. Spread the word! (07.29)

INFORMATION: Call Charly Robinson @ 472-1522

BUY TICKETS NOW FOR MUST-SEE CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL!
Festival time is almost here! The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival begins Friday, Aug. 13th. Tickets are available for “Duets, Duos and Duels!” Friday, Aug. 13 and Saturday, Aug. 14th, and for “Clara and Robert” Tuesday, Aug. 17 and Wednesday, Aug. 18. In a very special and rare moment, OICMF Artistic Director Aloysia Friedmann will take the spotlight in a solo violin sonata performance with Artistic Director, pianist and husband Jon Kimura Parker during the “Clara and Robert” concerts. Buy tickets online at www.oicmf.org or call the OICMF office @376-6636. Tickets cost $30, $10 for students. (07.29)

INFORMATION & TICKETS: Visit www.oicmf.org or call 376-6636

ORCAS REC PROGRAMS FOR KIDS!

* Beach Exploration at Indian Island with San Juan Nature Institute When: Mon, Aug 9 (10am-noon) Pre-register by August 6th.
* Pottery & Beach Visit with Right Pottery. When: Wed, August 11 (11am-1pm) Pre-register by August 6th.
* WHALE OF A SHOW Tryouts: August 17 OR 19 (3pm-5pm) Where: Sr Center Lundeen room Ages: 5-18 If these dates do not work for you please call us. Whale of a Show is September 11 (7pm) at the Orcas Center Ticket Price: $10 for adults $8 for kids 12 and under
* FOOD PRESERVATION CLASS When: Sat, August 21 (11am-3:30) Ages: adult and youth Cost $22 Pre-register by August 18th!
* YOU CAN MAKE IT! When: Mon, August 23 (1pm-4pm) Ages: 6-12 Cost: $23. Pre-register by August 20th!
* New Dates! SKYHAWKS MULTI-SPORTS CAMP. When: August 23 – 27 M-F (9 am – 3 pm) Ages: 7-12 Cost: $133 We need at least 16 kids to sign up for this program by August 13th! Register today at www.skyhawks.com

INFORMATION: Go to www.orcasrec.org or call 376-5339

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Classes & Seminars

PILATES AT DOE BAY!
(Saturday & Sunday, Aug 7 &
Drop-in to a Pilates class this weekend at Doe Bay. Guest instructor Tom Wiseley will be leading the classes 9-10am and 6-7pm both Saturday and Sunday, August 7 and 8. The drop-in fee is just $10, well worth the experience! We also offer daily yoga classes in the summer at Doe Bay – please call our front desk or go to our website to get the schedule. See you there! (08.05)

INFORMATION: Call 376-2291 or see www.doebay.com

YOGA WORKSHOP – OPEN YOUR HEART @ ORCAS MANDALA YOGA
(Saturday, August 7 from 9 am – 11: 30 am)
Learn how to dissolve shielding and pain around the heart so you can live with more freedom, curiosity, love and truth. This all levels class is for students willing to explore into the mysteries of their own hearts. Mentor Teachers Suzi Zobrist and Kelley Rush will start this journey with Native American ceremony of Calling in the Four Directions, chanting and meditation. Next, get ready for an exhilarating Forrest Yoga back bending sequence! (Pre-requisites: Experience with sun salutations). Cost: $20. Address: 138 North Beach Road. (07.29)

INFORMATION: Call 298-0218 or email suzi@orcasmandala.com

UP IS YES
(Monday night classes)
Undo Pain. Increase Skills. Youth Enhancement Seminars. Using the Feldenkrais Method® and your own ongoing learning, pleasure and brain plasticity to eliminate back, neck, shoulder and other pain; Increase skills in golf, tennis, making music, singing, running and skiing; Feeling and Moving and Thinking in a younger way. Classes for six Monday nights at the Odd Fellows Hall. 7:30-8:30 PM, August 9- Sept 20, excluding Labor Day. $90 prepaid or $20 per class drop in. For huge joy, watch this baby for 3 minutes: http://thenext25years.com/intro.php. (07.29)

INFORMATION: Contact Chris Elms, 360-317-4773, chriselms@vom.com

MEDITATION/ PRAYER & MOVEMENT
(Tuesday mornings)
Wake up. Move a little. Sit in silence and maybe wake up more. Prayer or meditation: come into your silence. Odd Fellows Hall. Tuesdays, Aug 10, Sept 21. 6:30-7:30 AM. $5. (07.29)

INFORMATION: Contact Chris Elms, 360-317-4773. http://WakingUp4Life.com.

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Restaurant News & Dining Deals

MIA’S CAFE WANTS TO GIVE YOUR EMPLOYEES A 10% DISCOUNT!
(Stop by today to enter)
We would like our customers to throw their business cards into our discount jar. Chamber members are particularly encouraged to participate. We will draw a business card at the beginning of each week. All employees of the business drawn will be welcome to a 10% discount for that week. We will announce winners via whatever contact info they circle on their card. We are really looking forward to matching names and faces with businesses. (08.05)

INFORMATION: You can reach Mia at 376-6427

DOE BAY CAFÉ IS OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!
In July and August, the Doe Bay Café is open 7 days/week! We serve a full breakfast and lunch menu every day except Thursday from 8am-2pm and a full dinner menu every night except Thursday 5pm-9pm (open until 10pm on Friday and Saturday). Thursdays we feature a Coffee House from 8am-2pm with a barista and fresh baked goods (no hot food) and on Thursday nights we host our weekly Pizza Night and Open Mic from 5-10pm. We look forward to serving you and your guests incredible food at gorgeous Doe Bay! (08.05)

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

SUNFLOWER CAFE HAS A NEW SCHEDULE!
(Effective Now)
The Sunflower café is now open Tuesday – Saturday from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm. (07.29)

Continuing Restaurant Specials

ORCAS HOTEL PRESENTS PUB NIGHT WITH MARTIN LUND & GENE NERY
(Fridays @ 6 pm)
On a Friday night there is nothing better than good food and good music … and the Orcas Hotel can make that happen! Stop in for some great bites from the Bistro menu, and listen to two of Orcas Island’s most talented musical forces.

INFORMATION: Call the hotel @ 376-4300

WEEKLY PIZZA AND OPEN MIC PERFORMANCE AT DOE BAY CAFÉ
(Every Thursday; Open Mic starts @ 7:30 pm; Pizza served 5 pm – 10 pm)
Come and take part or just sit back and enjoy. One dollar from every pizza goes to a local non-profit.

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

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Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars)

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING @ ORCAS COMMUNITY CHURCH
(Thursday, August 12 @ 7 pm)
The Cancer Support Group meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Orcas Island Community Church Library at 7:00 pm. This month, on August 12th, Taryn Somers from the American Cancer Society will be sharing services and resources available to us living on the island. The group is open to anyone in the community who currently has cancer, is a cancer survivor, knows someone with cancer or is a caretaker. This is a monthly, no cost, confidential support group.

INFORMATION: Call 376-4198

NORTHWEST AUTHOR TO SHARE BICYCLE ODYSSEY @ DARVILL’S BOOKSTORE
(Thursday, August 12 @ 7 pm)
Robert M. Goldstein, author of Riding with Reindeer – A Bicycle Odyssey through Finland, Lapland, and Arctic Norway will be on Orcas Island to show slides of his trip and autograph copies of his new book. The Seattle-area author’s book chronicles his two month bicycle trip through barren land often inhabited only by reindeer. “I think everyone should go on a person epic once in a life time. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a bike trip to the Arctic, but something where you challenge yourself a bit and learn something,” he said.

INFORMATION: CAll 376-2135

ORCAS ISLAND CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL – SUMMER CONCERT SEASON
(Thursday, August 12 – Wednesday, August 28)
Don’t Miss This Rare Moment! We’d like to call your attention to a very special performance during the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival. Aloysia Friedmann takes the spotlight in a solo violin sonata performance with Jon Kimura Parker! They will be performing Robert Schumann’s “Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 2 in D minor.” Make sure you have tickets for “Clara and Robert” Tuesday, August 17th at 7:30pm or Wednesday, August 18th at 5:00pm. To reserve tickets online go to www.oicmf.org or call the Chamber Music Festival Office @ 866-492-0003.

DOE BAY FEST!
(Friday and Saturday, August 13 & 14)
If you haven’t been yet, this could be your year! August 13 & 14 Doe Bay is hosting its annual music festival that draws a friendly Seattle crowd to the island – but no reason locals can’t get in on the fun! Technically, the event is SOLD OUT. But that is because we had to set a limit on how many cars and campers we can host. If you can get to Doe Bay Fest without a car and don’t need a place to sleep, we CAN sell you a ticket. Purchase your pass for $50 (cash or check) at the Doe Bay Front desk before August 12 to secure your admission. FUN!

INFORMATION: Call 376-2291 or see www.doebayfest.com

WHALE OF A SHOW – TRYOUTS
(Tuesday, August 17 or Thursday, August 19)
The Whale of a Show is a great opportunity for kids to get on stage and perform their own unique act in front of a supportive audience. Performances can include song, dance, musical instruments, spoken word, or something of a unique nature that you choose! It is always a fun and entertaining show for all. Tryout dates: either August 17 OR 19 (3 pm – 5 pm). We will provide a CD player and piano, please bring all other props or musical instruments that you need. Where: Sr Center in the Lundeen room. Ages: 5-18. The final show is September 11 (7 pm) at the Orcas Center.

INFORMATION: Contact Linda @ Orcas Rec – 376-5339

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Public Meetings on Orcas Island

Monday, August 9 (9 am start). Orcas Island Public Library Board (Public Library). Call 376-4985 for more information. Meets the second Monday of the month.

Tuesday, August 10 (4:30 pm). Eastsound Sewer and Water District meeting (East side of Airport, at end of Cessna Lane). Regularly scheduled on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month.

Tuesday, August 10 (7:30 pm). Orcas Fire District Commissioners meeting (Eastsound Fire Hall). Call 376-2331 for more information. Regularly meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month.

Wednesday, August 11 (3:45 – 5:30 pm). Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee (Deer Harbor Community Center). Call 376-3199 for more information. Public is welcome. Regularly scheduled on the second Wednesday of the month.

Thursday, August 12 (12 noon – 1:30 pm). Orcas Island Park & Recreation District (Eastsound Fire Station). Meets second Thursday of the month.

Wednesday, August 25 (5:30 pm). Sustainable Orcas Island meeting (Public Library). Call 376-4985 and speak with Phil for more information. Meets last Wednesday of the month.

Thursday, August 26 (5:30 pm). Orcas Island School Board meeting (School library). Call 376-2284 for more information. Regularly meets on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Thursday, September 2 (3 pm). Eastsound Planning Review Committee(Senior Center). Meets first Thursday of the month.

Thursday, September 9 (7:00 pm). Port of Orcas Commissioners meeting (Airport conference room). Call 376-5285 for more information. Regularly meets on the second Thursday of the month.

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Continuing Art & Museum Shows

ART EXHIBIT AT ISLANDERS BANK FEATURES ARTIST SUSAN SLAPIN

(The month of August)

SPECTRUM is the title for this showing of Artist Susan Slapin’s work. Relatively abstract paintings ~ plus a sampling of photographs. On August 16 at 1 pm there will be a small reception in conference room, featuring new spiral portfolio collections plus a variety of prints and special offerings. All are welcome to attend.

INFORMATION: Contact Susan @ 360-376-8855 or visit www.susanslapin.com

ARTWORKS PRESENTS SCULPTURES BY MARIA PAPADEMETRIOU
(The month of August)
The Orcas Island Artworks features three dimensional work by Olga artist Maria Papademetriou through the month of August. Using found objects as a vocabulary of symbols and form, Maria has created iconic, shrine-like objects which she conceives as deities or nature spirits. Having grown up in the Greek Orthodox tradition, “objects used in ritual, such as shrines and personal altars, were ever present in my childhood and continue to occupy my creative consciousness.” Those who know and love Maria’s art from her many years at the Artworks will find this inspired body of work an exciting new development. The Artworks is open daily from 10 to 6.

INFORMATION: Contact James Hardman @ 376-4588 or james@jameshardman.com

MORAN MANSION MUSEUM TOURS
(Open Daily 9 am – 9 pm)
The Moran Mansion Museum is now open daily from 9 am – 9 pm, and is free to tour.

INFORMATION: Call Rosario @ 376-2152 ext. 300

ROSARIO MUSIC CONCERT AND HISTORICAL NARRATIVE
(Monday – Saturday at 4 pm)
Enjoy a presentation of music and photography that walks guests through the history of the Moran family and the Rosario estate with Christopher Peacock. Highlights of the presentation include the historic Moran Photograph Collection, Phantom of the Opera music performed on the Mansion’s 1,972 pipe Aeolian organ with the silent film, stories of the Mansion’s most colorful residents, and Christopher’s original piano compositions played on the 1900 Steinway Grand Piano.

INFORMATION: Call Rosario @ 376-2152 ext. 300

JOURNEY STORIES UNDERWAY AT HISTORY MUSEUM
(Exhibition & Events until September)
Please come by and check this exhibit out, you will want to book time to come back again with friends. Our own local Orcas islanders’ Journey Stories, an addition to the Smithsonian traveling exhibit, will capture your attention! We are delighted to host the Journey Stories exhibit through August 29, 2010. Orcas Historical Museum is open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

INFORMATION: Contact the museum at 376-4849

CROW VALLEY SCHOOLHOUSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM
(Open on Wednesdays & Saturdays from 12 noon – 4 pm)
A trip back in time to see what a schoolroom was like on Orcas Island in the 1800s!

INFORMATION: Contact the museum at 376-4849

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The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce works daily to support our community’s businesses and organizations. Please support Chamber of Commerce members when making your buying decisions. The value of a dollar spent locally cannot be overstated. Think Local – Buy Local – Orcas First!

The Chamber of Commerce is happy to answer any questions you have about our beautiful island!

Sincerely,

Lance Evans, Executive Director
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce

July 22, 2010 ORCAS ISLAND’S WEEKLY EVENTS NEWSLETTER

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Events This Week

ARTISTS’ RECEPTION TONIGHT @ ORCAS CENTER
(Thursday, July 22 @ 5:30 pm)
Artists Marc Foster Grant & Kate Scott invite you to attend a reception at Orcas Center for the their art installation – “folly a deux” (the madness of two). The show is on display until August 3.

THE JOURNEY OF PAUL SATKO’S ARK:
FROM VIRGINIA TO JUNEAU VIA THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS
(Thursday, July 22 @ 7 pm at the Orcas Island Senior Center)
Michael Sullivan, State Scholar, historian and storyteller extraordinaire will relate the remarkable journey story of Paul Satko. In 1934, the Great Depression had cost Satko his job and property in Richmond, Virginia, when he decided to build a boat in which to transport his pregnant wife, cat and seven children to a homesteading community in Alaska. Unschooled in shipbuilding, Satko made an enormous boat frame out of steel, welded it to an old truck chassis and drove it and the family across the US to Tacoma, which was just the beginning of a most peculiar and eventful odyssey. It is an amazing real-life story which epitomizes the spirit of American ingenuity and wanderlust captured in the Smithsonian’s Journey Stories exhibit.

INFORMATION: Contact the museum at 376-4849

12th ANNUAL WOODSONG ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
A grassroots outdoor summer music & arts festival. The festival address is 358 Emma’s Lane, Eastsound. Three and a half miles from the ferry landing off of Orcas Road. There is no charge. Donations only. Visit the Woodsong website for a complete rundown on the Festival.

Thursday, July 22 from 5 pm – 10 pm
Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the music. Jan Krist / The Rare Exceptions / Patrice O’Neill & Hilary Field / Carolyn Cruso / Jason Harrod

Friday, July 23 – see times below
9:30 am – 11 am: All ages/abilities drawing workshop led by Chicago artist, Tim Lowly
11 am – 1 pm: Open Mic
1 pm – 10 pm: Music: Kate Phillips / Dana Little / Sanoma / Tim Lowly / Peter LaGrand / Jan Krist / Uncle Bonsai / Engine and the End / Jon Anderson / Victoria Williams
Craft Tent open all day long

Saturday, July 24 – see times below
9:30am – 11am The Fine Arts Struggle: a get together of artists over coffee
11am-1pm Open Mic
1pm-10pm Music: Where the Wild Things Aren’t / Mandy Troxel / Lower Lights Burning / Austin Jenckes / Tara Ward / Opiate Mass / Nancy Colton / Robert Deeble / Joel Willoughby / Citizen Hands / Bill Mallonee
Craft Tent open all day long

INFORMATION: You can call Burke or Barbara Thomas at 376-3424 or 376-2926

‘MADE IN AMERICA’ ART SHOW AT CROW VALLEY – RECEPTION FRIDAY
(Friday, July 23 – Labor Day) Opening Reception: Friday from 4 pm – 7 pm ‘In Town’
“Made in America”… a celebration of American arts “In Town” and at “The Cabin” too…A collection of American antiques from travels back east. Early Pennsylvania pieces like dressers and farm tables; Pie-safes and cupboards; chairs and some fabulous clocks! Jars, crocks and early ceramics. ‘Made in America’ has also on tap the work of some of our favorite artists and craftsmen: painters and printmakers, weavers and quilters, basketmakers and glassblowers. And offerings in ‘Found Object Art’ epitomize the concept of American Folk Art! And we’ll also be featuring the work of some of Washington’s BEST PleinAir painters by working once again with Plein Air Washington Artists! This show promises to present the very best of American art, both past and present!

INFORMATION: Call 360-376-4260

‘TOY STORY 3′ & ‘GET HIM TO THE GREEK’ ON SCREEN AT SEAVIEW THEATER
(Friday – Monday @ 6 pm & 8:15 pm)
Toy Story 3 (6 pm): The toys are mistakenly delivered to a day-care center instead of the attic right before Andy leaves for college, and it’s up to Woody to convince the other toys that they weren’t abandoned and to return home. Starring the Voices: Tom Hanks & Tim Allen. Rated G.
Get Him to the Greek (8:15 pm): A record company intern is hired to accompany out-of-control British rock star Aldous Snow to a concert at L.A.’s Greek Theater. Starring: Jonah Hill. Rated: R

INFORMATION: Call SeaView @ 376-5724

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EMMANUEL PARISH MARKET DAY
(Saturday, July 24 from 11 am – 3 pm)
A great selection of kitchen and household supplies, plus toys, games, books and jewelry, will be on sale at 10 a.m. on the lawn. Also featured will be the bake sale and tea and cookies in the Parish Hall. Grilled hot dogs and soda also available. Come early for best selection.

INFORMATION: Contact: Judy Schliebus @ 376-7373.

UNDER THE ORCAS SUN – AN ORCAS CENTER BENEFIT
(Saturday, July 24 begins @ 5:30 pm)
There are still tickets available to Under the Orcas Sun, Orcas Center’s summer gala fundraiser this Saturday. Enjoy a delicious Italian country meal prepared by Christina Orchid, surprise entertainment moments, a fast-paced Auction with valuable dining and travel experiences, and a concert with the delightful a cappella quartet, The Coats. All net proceeds benefit Orcas Center’s programming. Casual festive attire suggested. Tickets $150 at Orcas Center Box office. For more information and to view the Auction catalog, visit http://www.orcascenter.org/

INFORMATION & TICKETS: Call 376-2281 ext. 3 or online www.orcascenter.org

ORCAS ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL 20-YEAR REUNION (CLASS OF 1990)
(Saturday, July 24, begins at 7 pm) Karaoke with Charly Robinson at 9 pm!
The Orcas Island High School class of 1990 invites all Orcas Island High School graduates to join them at their 20 year reunion party Saturday July 24 at the Lower Tavern 7pm-?. We will have the Karaoke machine so it should be very entertaining. We would love to see you all and catch up with you. 21 and over only please. See you there!

THE COATS @ ORCAS CENTER
(Sunday, July 25, 7:30 pm)
Imagine a polished a Capella quartet singing Route 66, Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Lion Sleeps Tonight, and even DEVO’s Whip It! These guys have moved from busking in Seattle’s Pike Place Market to opening for The Beach Boys! They’re a lot of fun! $25, $17 (Orcas Center members), $11 (students).

INFORMATION: Call 376-2281 or visit www.OrcasCenter.org

LIVE MUSIC AT DOE BAY CAFÉ!
(Sunday, July 25 at 8 pm)
Live music in the Doe Bay Cafe by Truckstop Honeymoon! Truckstop Honeymoon play tough, funny, hi-octane songs about interstates, pinball arcades and true love. Katie Euliss pounds a doghouse bass while Mike West punishes a banjo mercilessly. Together they charm festival crowds and drive roadhouse drinkers to the dance-floor. As always, seating is limited in the Café so please call ahead to book your table – 360-376-8059.

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

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‘MUSIC IN THE PARK’ – A NIGHT OF JAZZ – FREE CONCERT
(Sunday, July 25; starts at 5:30 pm) Village on the Green Bandshell
Come enjoy an amazing group of jazz musicians, including trumpet legend Willie Thomas, Charlie Porter, Steve Alboucq, Gene Nery, Bruce Russell and Chris Ghazel. They are joined by Lizanne Hennessy and Roland Stolk. Enjoy The Fiddlin’ Four, the youngest jazz group on Orcas, with Matthew Lazlo-White, Paris Wilson, Cierra Lutz & Christian Bailey.Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the music. A great way to end a beautiful weekend.

MOUNT BAKER ROAD AND TRAIL DESIGN WORKSHOP @ FIRE HALL
(Monday, Jul 26, 2010, 4:30 pm until 6:30 pm)
San Juan County Public Works Department is holding a Design Workshop for the Mount Baker Road and Trail Improvement project on Monday July 26, 2010, from 4:30-6:30pm at the Eastsound Firehall. We will review design elements of the road and trail improvement project and seek public input. Construction of the Mount Baker Road and Trail Improvement project is scheduled for the summer of 2012. Meeting Agenda.

IMAGES OF A JOURNEY TO HAITI – STUDENT SLIDE SHOW @ EMMANUEL PARISH HALL
(Tuesday, July 27 at 6:30 pm)
A group of Orcas Island youth traveled to Haiti as members of Helping Hands Noramise to participate in a journey of fellowship. They will give a slide show presentation and tell stories about the trip. Read more about it in The Sounder.

BEST-SELLING AUTHOR READING AT DARVILL’S BOOKSTORE
(Tuesday, July 27 @ 7 pm)
National best-selling author Jim Lynch will be at Darvill’s Bookstore to read from his latest novel, Border Songs. Lynch’s visit to Darvill’s is one stop on a sailing book tour through the San Juans on his 1970 Bristol 32. Border Songs was picked as among the best books of 2009 by by many major publications, including The Washington Post and The Toronto Star. His first novel, The Highest Tide, won the 2006 Pacific Northwest Bookseller Award, has been translated into 10 languages, and was adapted to the stage by Seattle’s Book-it Theater.

INFORMATION: Darvill’s can be reached at 360-376-2135

BROWN BAG CONCERT FEATURING OLGA SYMPHONY
(Wednesday, July 28 @ Noon)
The Olga Symphony began over 25 years ago when a group of friends gathered at the Olga Store on Orcas Island to play tunes. As most of them played fiddles (aka violins), and they played at the Olga Store, and since the violin is the most numerous instrument in an orchestra, someone dubbed the group The Olga Symphony. These half-hour concerts are held every Wednesday during July and August from 12 to 12:30 pm at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Concerts are free but donations are accepted.

INFORMATION: Contact Karen Blinn @ 376-2352.

ORCAS ISLAND BLOOD DRIVE @ EASTSOUND FIRE HALL
(Thursday, July 29 from 11 am – 5 pm)
Please add donating blood to your summer list of things to do! Call or email to make an appointment.

INFORMATION: Contact Paul Losleben @ 376-6804 or email losleben@rockisland.com

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Shopping & Sales You Can’t Miss

SAVE OVER $820 WITH ‘ORCAS ON THE GO’ COUPON BOOK
(Buy your book at the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce, Jillery or Wood’s Cove)
You won’t believe the money you will save when you buy the ‘Orcas on the Go’ coupon book! Here is just a small sampling of how you can save …

CHERRY T’S SUMMER MADNESS SALE!
(Coming up – August 5 – 7)
Cherry T’s is having a SUMMER MADNESS SALE! 3-days only…August 5th, 6th, & 7th. 50% off discount rack items and 10% off all summer items (sandals, swimsuits, shorts, tanktops, hats etc.). You can find us in Eastsound, right next to the bike shop (look for “Drama” the giraffe standing out front). Regular store hours are Tues. – Sat. from 11 am to 5 pm.

INFORMATION: Call 376.5450 for more details!

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Announcements

HOWE GALLERY & SCULPTURE PARK – WIN YOUR VERY OWN!
(A chance to win a Tony Howe sculpture!)
Can you imagine winning a stunning stainless steel kinetic sculpture from Tony Howe, valued at $3,500!? This is your opportunity to take a chance at owning your very own impressive outdoor work of art. Tickets are $5.00 per chance and may be purchased at the gallery. Drawing to be held Labor day weekend. Delivery included. Come stop by the Gallery at 236 Double Hill Road (located just south of Eastsound, off Orcas Road). Our hours are Wednesday – Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. www.HoweArt.net (07.22)

QUESTIONS & INFORMATION: Give a call to 360-376-2945

ORCAS REC PROGRAMS FOR KIDS!
Funky Art Fun! When: July 24th (1pm-3pm) Free craft activities for kids! Where: Farmers Market at the Village Green
Mosaics Fun: When: July 28 & 29 (10am-noon) Where: Senior Center Multi-Purpose Room Please pre-register!
British Soccer Camp: When: August 2-6 (M-F) Where: Buck Park. See website details and to register. www.challengersports.com

INFORMATION: Go to www.orcasrec.org or call 376-5339

FRIDAY NIGHT BOREDOM? NIGHT GOLF IS THE ANSWER!
(Stop by any Friday night)
“Bored Friday night? Come give NIGHT GOLF a try! Every Friday in July and August, come see the course lit up in LED glow-in-the-dark lights! Come hit a glowing golf ball and see a whole new way to play the game. Don’t golf? We’ve got plenty of other fun glow-in-the-dark stuff to play with! Starts as soon as it gets dark! (07.15)

INFORMATION: Call the clubhouse at 376-4400

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Classes & Seminars

YOGA AT DOE BAY!
(Daily)
Did you know that Doe Bay offers daily yoga classes during the summer? Call the front desk at 376-2291 for the schedule, or check out our events calendar online at http://doebay.com/calendar.html This is a great option for our Eastside neighbors who want a great class minus the drive to town! (07.22)

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAMS OFFERED
Two new Junior Sailing evening classes offered!
July 26 -29, 5 pm – 8 pm. For Beginners and Intermediates – no experience necessary. Ages: 8 – 15 Cost: $80 Limited to 12 students

August 2 – 5, 5 pm – 8 pm. For Advanced sailors with experience. Includes spinnaker work and possibly Keel boats. Ages: 8 – 15 Cost: $80 Limited to 9 students

If you are interested in having your child enroll in either of these classes please call Orcas Rec at 376-5339 for details and to register. Because these are new classes you can NOT register online, please call Orcas Rec. For all other sailing classes register at www.sailorcas.org

Lithe and Limber Lumbar, Sunday July 25th 9 am – 1 pm. Cost is $99.00 per class. Questions? Contact Shuna at morningminis@gmail.com or 360.789.3906, www.morningminis.com for more info.
Classes will take place at Ama Tara Healing and Meditation Center, 376.5900

Silent meditation Fridays 8:30-9:30 at Ama Tara Healing and Meditation Center. after a guided relaxation/get present meditation we sit in silence, doing our own meditations. everyone is welcome! by donation. (07.15)

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Restaurant News & Dining Deals

KATHRYN TAYLOR CHOCOLATES – LOCAL REALLY IS BEST!
Kathryn Taylor Chocolates sweeps 1st Place Gold Awards at Seattle Chocolate Salon. The northwest, quite well know for fine chocolatiers hosted the 3rd Annual Luxury Chocolate Salon on July 11th. And, bringing home the gold in 11 of 28 categories including Best In Salon, Top Artisian Chocolatier, Best Confection, Most Delicious Ingredient Combination and Most Likely Addiction was your own local little shop in Eastsound Square. Stop by and see what’s best! Monday – Saturday 9:30-5:30 & Summer Sundays 10-3. (07.22)

MIA’S CAFE ANNOUNCES SUMMER DINNER SERIES
(Serving Thursday – Sunday from 5 pm – 8 pm)
You will be amazed at the culinary dinner choices available from Mia’s! We are located in Eastsound Square, and hope to see you soon – we’re also open for breakfast & lunch! (07.22)

INFORMATION & RESERVATIONS: CAll 376-MIAS (6427)

Continuing Restaurant Specials

INFORMATION: Call the hotel @ 376-4300

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

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Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars)

ORCAS ISLAND AIRPORT FLY IN
(Friday, July 30 – Sunday, August 1)
Fun for the whole family! Camping available. T-shirts & sweatshirts. Food shack. Come enjoy the best of General Aviation! Warbirds, Experimentals, Old Fashioned airplanes, local pilots & aircraft – seaplanes, flying demonstrations.

INFORMATION: Dwight Guss @ 317-5970

‘GETTING ALONG FAMOUSLY’ AT THE GRANGE
(Friday, July 30 – Premiere – see other dates below)
The Actors Theater of Orcas Island announces five performances of “Getting Along Famously” by Michael Jacobs. This play is a fun, light hearted look at what happens when Harry Leeby, the worlds most successful paperback novel writer wants to write a “good” novel. Harry Leeby has written eighteen Axel Troy mysteries which have spawned movies, TV, fame and fortune. But Axel is invincible, much too clever for him enemies so the only one left to kill him is Harry. This is the story of what happens when he does. Cast includes: Bryan Grantham, Terri Vinson, Suzanne Gropper, and David Schermerhorn. This play is directed by Doug Bechtel. Five performances: Friday & Saturday (July 30 & 31), and Friday – Sunday (August 6 – 9). All performances will be at 7:30 pm at the Grange. This script-in-hand production is suitable for all ages. Tickets are $10 and are available at Darvill’s Book Store or on-line at www.orcasactors.com or at the door.

INFORMATION: Contact Doug Bechtel at 317-5601

ECOMUSICOLOGY CONCERT @ DOE BAY
(Friday, July 30 @ 7 pm) Free Admission!
Acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, composer, and singer Carolyn Cruso takes the stage at 7 pm, followed by the danceable fun of The Hypoxic Punks, featureing Orca’s own Randy Jezierski on drums. As always, seating is limited in the Cafe so please call ahead to book your table – 360-376-8059. See you at the show!

ANNUAL FLY-IN PANCAKE BREAKFAST @ FIRE HALL
(Saturday & Sunday, July 31 & August 1, 7 am – 11 am)
The Orcas Island Firefighter & EMT Association invites you to their annual breakfast. Come enjoy a truly scrumptious breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage and coffee & juice. Only $7 for adults, and $5 kids under 10. A fundraiser for the benefit of the emergency responders, scholarships, volunteer retirement fund, annual banquet, emergency fund and other special events.

ORCAS CENTER PRESENTS ALPHA YAYA DIALLO ON CENTER STAGE
(Saturday, July 31 at 7:30 pm)
Three-time Juno Award recipient (equivalent to the Grammys), this Guinean-Canadian guitarist-singer and his band and dancers will thrill Orcas audiences with a high-energy, inspired performance that is the best of “world beat,” a fusion of contemporary pop with traditional sounds and rhythms. Tickets are $25, $17 (Orcas Center members), $11 (students)

INFORMATION: 376-2281 or www.orcascenter.org

LAND BANK JUDD COVE GUIDED INTERPRETIVE WALK
(Sunday, August 1, 1 pm – 2:30 pm)
Meet: Judd Cove Parking area 103 Fowlers Way, Eastsound, Orcas Island. The San Juan County Land Bank invites you to a Guided Interpretive Walk at the Judd Cove Preserve. Join Ruthie Dougherty, Boyd Pratt, and Steve Cohan on a walk to explore the preserve’s natural and cultural history, including the lime quarry and kiln located on the property.

INFORMATION: Please call 378-4402 for more information.

FRANK LOUDIN RETROSPECTIVE SHOW @ ORCAS CENTER
(Reception on Friday, August 6 from 5:30 – 7 pm) Show on display during August
The Orcas Center lobby will be the place to see the culmination of over fifty years of Frank Loudin’s imagination and artistic talents. From a sexy redhead to rusty pick-ups and weathered barns; from miniature waterfalls with hidden fairy castles to aerobatic biplanes, Frank’s work leads us through a world of insatiable observation and cultivated imagination. Looking through this collection of splendid watercolors, even the casual observer will be struck by the variety of stories that filter through the display. As the title of his instructional book, Capture the Charm of Your Hometown in Watercolor, implies, Frank finds inspiration just down the road or in a neighborhood backyard. Frank’s early career is represented by paintings reaching as far back as the 1950′s right up to yesterday, leading us through a collection of varied interests and locals. Frank says, “I’m in the business of making people happy, whether reminding them of their past or pointing out a bit of charm right there in front of them.” Come visit Frank’s world and you will smile!

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Public Meetings on Orcas Island

Thursday, July 22 (5:30 pm). Orcas Island School Board meeting (School library). Call 376-2284 for more information. Regularly meets on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Tuesday, July 27 (4:30 pm). Eastsound Sewer and Water District meeting (East side of Airport, at end of Cessna Lane). Regularly scheduled on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month.

Tuesday, July 27 (7:30 pm). Orcas Fire District Commissioners meeting (Eastsound Fire Hall). Call 376-2331 for more information. Regularly meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month.

Wednesday, July 28 (5:30 pm). Sustainable Orcas Island meeting (Public Library). Call 376-4985 and speak with Phil for more information. Meets last Wednesday of the month.

Thursday, August 5 (3 pm). Eastsound Planning Review Committee(Senior Center). Meets first Thursday of the month.

Monday, August 9 (9 am start). Orcas Island Public Library Board (Public Library). Call 376-4985 for more information. Meets the second Monday of the month.

Thursday, August 12 (12 noon – 1:30 pm). Orcas Island Park & Recreation District (Eastsound Fire Station). Meets second Thursday of the month.

Thursday, August 12 (7:00 pm). Port of Orcas Commissioners meeting (Airport conference room). Call 376-5285 for more information. Regularly meets on the second Thursday of the month.

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Continuing Art & Museum Shows

‘THE ANNUAL POTTER’S FEST’ AT CROW VALLEY POTTERY
(Show runs July 16 thru August 1)
The Potter’s Festival includes well over 40 potters!!… many new to Crow Valley! The pottery presented this year will offer more of a mix-with lots more sculptural and incredibly creative and original work, adding to the popular functional wares folks have come to expect each year. We have been reaching out to potters all over the country- and Canada too!-and can say for sure that the Potter’s Fest momentum has created a show that potter’s want to show their work in, making for an important, extensive and truly fun ‘Crow Valley’ show! And hard-to-get work from talented sculptural potters like Kathy Raven, Lisa Muller and Larry Nelson bring totally new work to the Island! (07.15)

INFORMATION: Give a call to Crow Valley @ 376-4260

ART EXHIBIT AT ISLANDERS BANK FEATURES ARTIST CAROLYN WAYLAND

(Month of July)

Islanders Bank will exhibit acrylic abstract paintings by Carolyn Wayland. Her large, colorful abstract collection is titled “Subtle Bodies” based on concepts describing fields of energy.

INFORMATION: Contact Carolyn Wayland 376-4044 caroway@centurytel.net

ARTWORKS FEATURES NEW WORK BY KANDIS SUSOL
(Through the month of July)
The Orcas Island Artworks will feature “Novellas” – encaustic paintings by Kandis Susol, through the month of July. Encaustic is an ancient medium consisting of beeswax, damar resin and pigments mixed and applied under heat. Kandis carves, scrapes, presses and adds oil stick and collage materials to her surfaces in an abstract expressionist manner. She has been experimenting with this medium for five years. The Artworks is open daily from 10 to 6.

INFORMATION: Contact James Hardman @ 376-4588 or james@jameshardman.com

MORAN MANSION MUSEUM TOURS
(Open Daily 9 am – 9 pm)
The Moran Mansion Museum is now open daily from 9 am – 9 pm, and is free to tour.

INFORMATION: Call Rosario @ 376-2152 ext. 300

INFORMATION: Contact the museum at 376-4849

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The Chamber of Commerce is happy to answer any questions you have about our beautiful island!

Sincerely,

Lance Evans, Executive Director
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce

July 17, 2010 – ORCAS ISLAND’S WEEKLY EVENTS NEWSLETTER

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Events This Week – addendum

Thursday, July 22 from 5 pm – 10 pm
Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the music. Jan Krist / The Rare Exceptions / Patrice O’Neill & Hilary Field / Carolyn Cruso / Jason Harrod

INFORMATION: You can call Burke or Barbara Thomas at 376-3424 or 376-2926

THE JOURNEY OF PAUL SATKO’S ARK:
FROM VIRGINIA TO JUNEAU VIA THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS
(Thursday, July 22 @ 7 pm at the Orcas Island Senior Center)
The Orcas Island Historical Museum presents a presentation by State Scholar Michael Sullivan. The first in a series series of special Journey Stories-related events. Michael Sullivan, State Scholar, historian and storyteller extraordinaire will relate the remarkable journey story of Paul Satko. In 1934, the Great Depression had cost Satko his job and property in Richmond, Virginia, when he decided to build a boat in which to transport his pregnant wife, cat and seven children to a homesteading community in Alaska. Unschooled in shipbuilding, Satko made an enormous boat frame out of steel, welded it to an old truck chassis and drove it and the family across the US to Tacoma, which was just the beginning of a most peculiar and eventful odyssey. It is an eamazing real-life story which epitomizes the spirit of American ingenuity and wanderlust captured in the Smithsonian’s Journey Stories exhibit.

Journey Stories, made possible by Humanities Washington, will be at the Orcas Island Historical Museum from July 17th through August 29th, open every day from 11 am to 4 pm.

INFORMATION: Contact the museum at 376-4849

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The Chamber of Commerce is happy to answer any questions you have about our beautiful island!

Sincerely,

Lance Evans, Executive Director
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce

July 15, 2010 – ORCAS ISLAND’S WEEKLY EVENTS NEWSLETTER

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Community Parade & Fireworks – Thank You!

The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce wants to thank all those who helped out with the recent parade and fireworks. We couldn’t have done it without you. Apologies if we missed anyone.

Community Parade … Super Parade Helpers (Joan & Larry Garman, Ron Gilleland & Jerry Rivis, David Kau, Helene Picone, Dean & Maureen Peterson, David Carrithers, Dave Page, and Ian Lister) … Grand Marshal touring vehicle (Gary Harper) … Orcas Island Community Band … Ken & Karen Speck … San Juan Sanitation … San Juan County Sheriff … Chappy’s Septic Service … and Scott Lancaster at Orcas Island Hardware.

Fireworks in Eastsound … Waterfront Construction (Paul Wilcox), our landing craft supplier … Smuggler’s Villa Resort & Cherie L. Lindholm Real Estate, for lodging assistance … Michael Rivkin of Crow Valley Pottery … Scott Hallquist … Wally Gudgell of Windermere … and our over-timed San Juan County Sheriff’s office.

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Events This Week

“THE ANNUAL POTTER’S FEST!” AT “THE CABIN” AND “IN TOWN” TOO!
Friday July 16, 4 pm to 7 pm at “The Cabin” (opening reception)
(Show runs July 16 thru August 1)
Talk about a transition! The Potter’s Fest has quite simply outgrown the confines of “The Cabin”. So the ‘keystone’ of our Summer Show Series this year expands to bring even more potters and even more styles of work into the fold! The Potter’s Festival includes well over 40 potters!!… many new to Crow Valley! The pottery presented this year will offer more of a mix-with lots more sculptural and incredibly creative and original work, adding to the popular functional wares folks have come to expect each year. We have been reaching out to potters all over the country- and Canada too!-and can say for sure that the Potter’s Fest momentum has created a show that potter’s want to show their work in, making for an important, extensive and truly fun ‘Crow Valley’ show! And hard-to-get work from talented sculptural potters like Kathy Raven, Lisa Muller and Larry Nelson bring totally new work to the Island!

INFORMATION: Give a call to Crow Valley @ 376-4260

KINDLINGSFEST “FRIENDS FOR THE JOURNEY”
(Now – Saturday, July 17)
6 pm concert on Saturday; Root Beer Float & Campfire @ 8:30 pm
KindlingsFest is an annual celebration of Art & Ideas where they intersect with the spiritual. Guest speakers include poet and writer Luci Shaw, who will speak about her lifelong friendship with the late Madeleine L’Engle. C.S. Lewis expert Dr. Hal Poe will speak on Friendship Among the Inklings of Oxford. Lots of other speakers. A Kindlings Muse live event each evening, a daily program for kids. (6.24)

INFORMATION & REGISTRATION: www.thekindlings.com/kindlingsfest or call 360-376-6422 Monday through Friday 10AM to 3PM.

‘THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE’ ON SCREEN AT SEAVIEW THEATER
(Friday – Monday @ 8 pm)
As a string of mysterious killings grips Seattle, Bella, whose high school graduation is fast approaching, is forced to choose between her love for vampire Edward and her friendship with werewolf Jacob. Starring: Kristen Stewart & Robert Pattinson. Rated: PG-13.

INFORMATION: Call SeaView @ 376-5724

AMERICAN CANCER ‘BARK FOR LIFE’ – JOIN US SATURDAY!
(Saturday, July 17, walk begins @ 11 am) Check-in time is 10 am
It will be a beautiful day for a short walk to support cancer research. Bring yourself … bring your dog … we hope you’ll join us as we make the walk from the public school to the off-leash dog park. There is still time to sign-up as a participant. And the Chamber of Commerce’s is represented! Come join Bix (the Beagle) as he Barks for Life (http://bit.ly/BixLance). Thank you supporters!

Register online today to reserve your gifts and promotional items!! We will meet at the High School at 10 am for registration, then all walk to the dog park. Bark For Life is a new event to the American Cancer Society and serves as a mini Relay For Life for animal lovers! BFL gives us the opportunity to fight cancer WITH our playful pups, and recognize them as caregivers, companions, cancer patients and survivors, and very special members of the family!

INFORMATION: Website www.relayforlife.org/barkorcasisland

OLGA DAZE THIS SATURDAY
(Saturday, July 17 from 10 am – 3 pm) Donations now accepted!
The Olga Community Center and Olga Park are the hub for activities including a gigantic yard sale; bake sale; quilt raffle; an exceptional Silent Auction, and the centerpiece of the day – “the World’s Shortest Parade” at 12 noon. There are few onlookers and only a small audience as everyone present is invited to be in the parade, led by Sandy Taylor and his bagpipes, followed by one of our fine Orcas Island fire trucks, and vintage cars. During the day there will be live music in the park with many local artists including JP & The OK Rhythm Boys, Heather Stansbury, Sandy Taylor, The Parking Angels, Marc Cohen and Carl Burger. Lots of good food is always a part of any Olga gathering and Olga Daze will start out with fresh cooked Maple Bars and coffee, followed by grilled hot dogs, Italian Sausages, piping hot baked potatoes, homemade Strawberry Shortcake and soft drinks and lemonade. Donations for the yard sale will be accepted at Olga Park on Friday, July 16th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

DONATION QUESTIONS? Call George Post @ 376-4887 or Barbara Wheeler at 376-3224

JOURNEY STORIES BEGINS AT HISTORY MUSEUM
(Saturday, July 17, begins at 11 am)
Orcas Island Historical Museum invites you to attend an Opening celebration of the Smithsonian Exhibit Journey Stories, this Saturday July 17 at 11 a.m. Please come by and check this exhibit out, you will want to book time to come back again with friends. Our own local Orcas islanders Journey Stories, an addition to the Smithsonian traveling exhibit, will capture your attention! We are delighted to host the Journey Stories exhibit from July 17 to August 29, 2010. Orcas Historical Museum is open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

INFORMATION: Contact the museum at 376-4849

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CLINE CELLARS WINE TASTING AT COUNTRY CORNER CELLARS
(Saturday, July 17 from 1 pm to 6 pm)
Please stop by and taste outstanding wines from this renown California vintner. Plenty of reds and whites to choose from – you won’t be disappointed. Dennis will answer any and all questions you might have. Appetizers also served. Located at corner of Crescent Beach & Terril Beach.

INFORMATION: Call the Country Corner Cellars @ 376-6907

AUTHOR M.L. MALCOLM TO SIGN NEW BOOK
(Saturday, July 17 from 2 pm – 4 pm)
M.L. Malcolm, author of a new thriller, will be at Darvill’s Bookstore for a book signing. Inspired by the author’s family history, Heart of Lies had been compared to books by authors such as Jeffrey Archer and Frederick Forsyth. The story involves a young man, Leo Hoffman, who was born with a gift for languages. When his dreams for the future are destroyed by World War I, the dashing young Hungarian attempts to use his rare talent to rebuild his life, only to find himself inadvertently embroiled in an international counterfeiting scheme. The author has won several awards for short fiction, including recognition in the Lorian Hemingway International Short Story Competition, and a silver medal from ForeWord magazine for Historical Fiction Book of the Year.

INFORMATION: Call Darvill’s @ 376-2135

DR. STAN GROF – A DINNER & TALK ON TRANSPERSONAL PSYCHOLOGY
(Saturday, July 17, from 5 pm – 8:30 pm)
Stan Grof, M.D., Ph.D. is a psychiatrist with more than fifty years experience researching the healing and transformative potential of non-ordinary states of consciousness. His groundbreaking theories influenced the integration of Western science with his brilliant mapping of the transpersonal dimension. Dr. Grof received the prestigious VISION 97 award granted by the Foundation of Dagmar and Vaclav Havel in Prague. He is one of the founders and chief theoreticians of Transpersonal Psychology and received an Honorary Award for major contributions to and development of the field of Transpersonal Psychology from the Association for Transpersonal Psychology in 1993. For more information about DR Stan Grof visit his website http://www.stanislavgrof.com/. Hosted by Adam Farish and Alex Huppenthal. Presentation by Dr. Grof followed by a dinner and dialogue. $100 per guest with very limited seating. Includes dinner and wine.

RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION: Call 376-2200

BLUES AT THE BAY – FEATURING THE FAT TONES
(Saturday, July 17 @ 7:30 pm)
One Night Only! All happending at Rosario Discovery House. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Must be age 21 and over. All Alcohol proceeds to benefit Orcas Island Lions Club. Tickets available at ACE Hardware, Eastsound Instrument Supply and Rosario Resort. Doors Open at 6 pm; Show at 7:30 pm.

‘MUSIC IN THE PARK’ WITH ORCATRAZZ
(Sunday, July 18 from 6 pm – 7 pm)
San Juan County Parks Department continues its Music In the Park summer series in the Stage on the Green in Eastsound. swing band Orcatrazz will play a free concert from 6 to 7 p.m. Bring your chairs and blankets and your dancing shoes and enjoy the sounds of this 16-piece band that specializes in the music of the big band era. Orcatrazz members have varied experiences ranging from amateur to professional including students, teachers and studio musicians. Band leader Ken Speck has performed and traveled with his own band for a number of years. The Orcatrazz members are a talented lot, and some of your best friends or neighbors are probably part of the group! A great way to end a beautiful weekend.

“HOT DOGS & S’MORES ABOUT THE BOND” POTLUCK AT CASCADE LAKE
(Tuesday, July 20 at 5:30 pm)
The Vote YES! For Schools Committee invites the community to a “Hot Dogs & S’mores about the Bond” BBQ at the Cascade Lake Shelter in Moran Park. Bring your family and a potluck dish if you like. We’ll provide the bbq and drinks. This will be a fun way to talk about the bond…or just enjoy a great Summer evening. School Board members and Superintendent Barbara Kline will be there, as will the members of Vote YES! with information, answers to questions, and plenty of Hot Dogs! Hope to see you there! Visit www.YesForOrcasSchools.com for more information.

BROWN BAG CONCERT FEATURING CAROLYN CRUSO
(Wednesday, July 21 @ Noon)
These half-hour concerts are held every Wednesday during July and August from 12 to 12:30 pm at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Concerts are free but donations are accepted.
July 21 Carolyn Cruso: Hammered Dulcimer
July 28 Olga Symphony

INFORMATION: Contact Karen Blinn @ 376-2352.

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Shopping & Sales You Can’t Miss

‘SHOP LOCAL’ WITH THE ‘ORCAS ON THE GO’ COUPON BOOK
(Buy your book at the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce, Jillery or Wood’s Cove)
The ‘Orcas on the Go’ coupon book consists of 100 savings coupons offered by Orcas businesses for a variety of goods and services. Each coupon is for a ONE time discount that can be used until June 2011. Small enough to keep in your pocket or pocketbook, this $20 investment will pay for itself almost immediately. The coupons could be worth hundreds of dollars! Sales of the book benefit our seniors and our Senior Center.

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Announcements

INFORMATION: Call the clubhouse at 376-4400

RELAY FOR LIFE: SIGN UP NOW TO SUPPORT THIS AMAZING EVENT!

(Saturday & Sunday, July 24 & 25, from 3 pm – Noon)

Relay For Life: We are a week away from the county-wide Relay in Friday Harbor! There is a team registered online representing Eastsound and Orcas Island called “Cure-bound from Eastsound”. Anyone from Orcas who is interested in being a part of Relay (either physically attend or help raise funds and awareness) is encouraged and welcome to join our team! Search for our local team – Cure-bound from Eastsound! Where: Friday Harbor High School track

INFORMATION: Website: www.relayforlifeoffridayharbor.org

ORCAS ISLAND WRITERS FESTIVAL
(Sign up now for September class)
Nance Van Winkel will teach her popular Jumpstart! class for the September 17-19 Orcas Island Writers Festival. Jumpstart! is a fun, relaxed class designed to jumpstart your writing process. Bringing work to class is optional. Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for $75/day; come for one, two, or three days. A Jumpstart! ticket includes admission to all other events for that day, except the workshops. (07.08)

INFORMATION & REGISTRATION: Call 360-317-4383 or visit www.orcasislandwritersfestival.com.

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Classes & Seminars

ORCAS REC PROGRAMS
(Activities for Kids Galore!)
You must pre-register by Friday July 9th unless otherwise noted.
SEAWEED RAMBLE – When: Sunday, July 11 (9 am – 1 pm)
GOLF CLINIC – When: July 12-23 (9 am – 10 am class, plus 10 am – 10:30 am open golf)
BEGINNING VIOLIN CAMP – When: July 12 – 23 Monday, Wednesday & Friday (10 am – 1 pm)
LEARN TO PLAY KEYBOARD – When: July 13-22 Tuesday & Thursday (10 am – 1 pm)
WHALE WATCHING TRIP – with Deer Harbor Charters When: Friday, July 16 (9 am – 1 pm) You must pre-register by July 14th!
3-DAY SUMMER SOCCER CLINIC – When: July 19 – 21, Monday – Wednesday (9 am – noon) Pre-register by July 16th. (07.08)

INFORMATION: Go to www.orcasrec.org or call 376-5339

YOGA CLASSES AT DOE BAY!
(Daily)
Did you know that Doe Bay offers daily yoga classes during the summer? Call the front desk at 376-2291 for the schedule, or check out our events calendar online at http://doebay.com/calendar.html This is a great option for our Eastside neighbors who want a great class minus the drive to town! (07.08)

INFORMATION; Call 376-2291 or see www.doebay.com

JUNIOR SAILING CLASSES WITH SAIL ORCAS
(July 12 – 15 & 19 – 22 from 5 pm – 8 pm)
New! Junior Sailing Evening Classes in July. Due to the huge demand for Junior Sailing this year, all of our July classes have been nearly filled. Fortunately, our excellent instructors Tate and Barrett have agreed to teach in the evening. Intermediate and beginning sailors will be accommodated however it is preferable that participants have some sailing experience. If you are interested in having your child enroll in evening sailing lessons please call Orcas Rec. Because this is a new class you can NOT register online for this class – to register for all other sailing classes go to www.sailorcas.org (07.08)

INFORMATION & REGISTRATION: Call Orcas Rec @ 376-5339

AMA TARA HEALING & MEDITATION CENTER
(Register Now for these CE classes)
Registration is open for two 4 CC massage classes. Stay on island and meet your continuing ed requirements!
1. Ship Shape Shoulders-new methods for total glenohumoral health, Saturday July 24th, 9 am – 1 pm.
2. Lithe and Limber Lumbar, Sunday July 25th 9 am – 1 pm. Cost is $99.00 per class. Questions? Contact Shuna at morningminis@gmail.com or 360.789.3906, www.morningminis.com for more info.
Classes will take place at Ama Tara Healing and Meditation Center, 376.5900

2. Silent meditation Fridays 8:30-9:30 at Ama Tara Healing and Meditation Center. after a guided relaxation/get present meditation we sit in silence, doing our own meditations. everyone is welcome! by donation.

THIRD CHAKRA WORKSHOP @ ORCAS MANDALA YOGA STUDIO
(Sunday, July 18 from 10 am – 12:30 pm)
Third Chakra Workshop: Purification of Intention – Cleanse your Third Chakra with Forrest Yoga. Our vital organs are found in the 3rd Chakra. Compression on this chakra will diminish our organs’ ability to function at their optimal states. This workshop will use Forrest Yoga to cleanse your organs and purify your Intention. Backbends will be emphasized as a way to open the diaphragm for a cleansing breath, and bring freedom and mobility to the erector spinae muscles of the back body. Develop an awareness of where the organs are located in your body and learn the importance of keeping these organs purified. Location: 138 North Beach Road. Cost $25.

INFORMATION: Contact Suzi Zobrist @ 360-298-0218 or suzi@orcasmandala.com
Contact website: www.orcasmandala.com

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Restaurant News & Dining Deals

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

Continuing Restaurant Specials

INFORMATION: Call the hotel @ 376-4300

INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.com

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Upcoming Events (Mark Your Calendars)

INFORMATION: Contact: Judy Schliebus @ 376-7373.

UNDER THE ORCAS SUN – AN ORCAS CENTER BENEFIT
(Saturday, July 24 begins @ 5:30 pm)
Beginning at 5:30 pm, you and other guests will enjoy an evening full of delicious food overseen by Chef Christina Orchid, an auction of unique dining experiences, entertainment with The Coats, and a special surprise or two. All net proceeds benefit Orcas Center’s programming. Casual festive attire suggested. Tickets $150 at Orcas Center Box office.

INFORMATION & TICKETS: Call 376-2281 or online www.orcascenter.org

ORCAS ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL 20-YEAR REUNION (CLASS OF 1990)
(Saturday, July 24, begins at 7 pm)
The Orcas Island High School class of 1990 invites all Orcas Island High School graduates to join them at their 20 year reunion party Saturday July 24 at the Lower Tavern 7pm-?. We will have the Karaoke machine so it should be very entertaining. We would love to see you all and catch up with you. 21 and over only please. See you there!