Events on the islands.

Enjoy some tasty Mexican food including fish tacos and enchiladas or perhaps a margarita or lime popsicle!

Get ready for an artistic adventure at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). This Spring, the museum’s galleries will burst with color, nature, and scientific inspiration from three acclaimed artists: Lauren Boilini, Janis Miltenberger, and Dan Brown. Whether you’re a longtime art lover or simply curious, the museum’s spring exhibitions will spark inspiration and invite you to rediscover the joy of creative expression. Step into the Nichols Gallery for Lauren Boilini’s “Celestial Navigation,” where swirling flocks of birds and insects create a symphony of movement and color. Her dynamic patterns draw you into a world where nature’s chaos becomes mesmerizing rhythm. In the North Gallery, Lopez artist Janis Miltenberger’s “Productive Uncertainty” showcases dazzling glass sculptures that fuse storytelling with craftsmanship. Her work explores themes of grief, healing, and whimsy, transforming delicate glass into textured tales that evoke both wonder and comfort. The Atrium Gallery features Dan Brown’s “Iron and Wood: Sculptures of the Northwest,” a lively collection celebrating the spirit of the region. Brown’s constructed sculptures, made from metal, wood, and found objects, seem to swim, dance, and soar—capturing the playful energy of fish, foals, and human figures.

4th-7th graders can grab a free book and join us for an informatl book discussion thanks to FOIL. Questions? Email jdegroot@orcaslibrary.org

The Orcas Island Farmers Market presents Music in the Market with Minnow Creek. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in at the market — live music on the stage from 11:30am to 1:30pm. May 3 to November 22, 2026 · Saturdays 10am-2pm.

Go ahead. Crown yourself at this free and fun kids craft event. No experience necessary. All supplies provided thanks to FOIL.

ORS/The Exchange will be offering Home Composting Classes again! Tickets are $75 each and include: – (1) 82 gallon FreeGarden® EARTH compost bin with a locking lid, harvesting door, rodent-proof bottom screen, and anchoring pins (a $150.00+ value) and – (1) instructional class on either Friday, May 22nd from 5pm – 6:30pm; or Saturday, May 23rd from 2pm – 3:30pm. Buy tickets here: https://exchangeorcas.org/home-composting-classes-2/

Orcas Center Presents in the Black Box Theater: ANTIDOTE DANCE PARTY Saturday, May 23, 7 p.m. $10 at the door http://orcascenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1080x1350.pngANTIDOTE Our Black Box will be transformed into a goth nightclub for you to gloom the night away. The event is planned by Felix Holding and features a vampire-themed burlesque performance by Carmilla DeVour. Dressed up to the eyes / It’s a wonderful surprise / To see your shoes and your spirits rise. Orcas Center is planning to host regular “Antidote” dance parties, with a different theme every time. $10 admission, cash bar for those 21 and over.

Live music on the rooftop with Barcode covering 60s-80s rock hits. Bar opens 2pm. Free entry with drink purchase. 21+ only.

Every Sunday at 10:00am in person or online at www.orcaschurch.org

Contemporary Dance meets Sundays 10-11:15am and Tuesdays 10-11:15am at the Orcas Center Dance Studio. Drop-in classes are $20, or save with a 5- or 10-class pass for $15 per class. Passes can be purchased through the Parks & Rec website or in person at the office (30 Pea Patch Lane, Eastsound, WA). Register here: https://orcasparkandrec.org/

Get ready for an artistic adventure at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). This Spring, the museum’s galleries will burst with color, nature, and scientific inspiration from three acclaimed artists: Lauren Boilini, Janis Miltenberger, and Dan Brown. Whether you’re a longtime art lover or simply curious, the museum’s spring exhibitions will spark inspiration and invite you to rediscover the joy of creative expression. Step into the Nichols Gallery for Lauren Boilini’s “Celestial Navigation,” where swirling flocks of birds and insects create a symphony of movement and color. Her dynamic patterns draw you into a world where nature’s chaos becomes mesmerizing rhythm. In the North Gallery, Lopez artist Janis Miltenberger’s “Productive Uncertainty” showcases dazzling glass sculptures that fuse storytelling with craftsmanship. Her work explores themes of grief, healing, and whimsy, transforming delicate glass into textured tales that evoke both wonder and comfort. The Atrium Gallery features Dan Brown’s “Iron and Wood: Sculptures of the Northwest,” a lively collection celebrating the spirit of the region. Brown’s constructed sculptures, made from metal, wood, and found objects, seem to swim, dance, and soar—capturing the playful energy of fish, foals, and human figures.

Kick off the season at Lower Tavern’s annual Hello Summer Party on Sunday, May 24, starting at 6:30pm. The evening will feature live music from Wild Child, followed by a DJ dance party with Chaz Topaz, plus hot dogs and cold beers served out in the parking lot. A longtime local tradition and a fun way to welcome summer on Orcas, this community celebration is open to all ready for a night of music, dancing, and good company.