With Ivona Edry.

With Laura Kussman.

With Melanie Trygg.

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/

Join a tech helper from Orcas Online to answer and tech questions you may have. Please bring in the specific device you need help with and make sure you have access to the necessary passwords.

Every Tuesday at 12:00pm-1:30pm

Enjoy couples therapy with big discounts Every Tuesday from 5-close $30/couple Don’t have to be an actual couple If one is a member then you get a $12 buddy pass Free chalk refills for those who bring a friend

Weekly open mic. Sign up at the bar.

Write Doe Bay is an intimate, 5-Day , Pacific Northwest artists' retreat and multi-workshop event held at beautiful Doe Bay Resort on Orcas Island in Washington State. We host award-winning artists of genres ranging from poetry, memoir, fiction, screenplay, songwriting, and more. We welcome participants at any stage of their creative path including those who are ready to take their very first steps. Write Doe Bay programming starts Wednesday at 5:00 pm with a soup soiree and opening circle. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday are full workshop days with renowned teaching artists (two workshops/day and additional activities, including an Open Mic and a special concert in Doe Bay’s yoga studio). We have optional sunrise activities like hiking and/or pilates, and evening meditation and sound healing. Our chef keeps us nourished while Doe Bay keeps us grounded. The retreat ends Sunday at 10:30 am, after goodbyes and a shared ceremony at Doe Bay’s Main Stage. This is enough time to catch the first afternoon ferry to Anacortes. Participants can take advantage of special deals at Doe Bay Resort & Retreat offered. Many choose to add an extra day both before and after the workshop to make the most of their time on Orcas Island with solo writing and exploring. Please call Doe Bay Resort & Retreat directly (instead of booking on-line for the best deals and available lodging) at 360-376-2291. Join Us at Write

With Kelly Francis

Contact Andrea Reback for more information: areback@orcaslibrary.org

Join the Museum for a guided reading through Marte Harter’s autobiographical book Cabin on the Island. We’ll pace the readings during four sessions, diving deep by adding historical context as well as exploring Marte’s life and art outside of the book. Meetings are open to readers of all ages– old timers, newcomers, and everyone in between– who are curious to learn more. Readers are welcome to pick up a free reading guide at the Museum front desk; discounted copies of Cabin on the Island will also be available for purchase ($10). Books and reading guides are available for pickup during Museum open hours of 11am-3pm, Thursday-Sunday. Please come get your supplies between October 29th-November 8th to prepare for the first discussion, which will be held on Wednesday, November 11th from 4:30-6pm at the Orcas Library.

With Maria Poblet.

DARVILL’S DROP-IN ROMANCE BOOK CLUB Sexy, smart, and a little scandalous—join Darvill’s low-commitment Romance Book Club. Come for the conversation, stay for the connections. November 11 — Just Last Night by Mhairi McFarlane (🌶) A heartfelt story of friendship, secrets, and unexpected romance. Details 5:30pm, Second Wednesdays at Darvill’s Bookstore Grab the book from Darvill’s and drop in anytime, even if you didn’t finish. For reminders: ayngailey@gmail.com Hosted by Ayn Gailey.

Join expert knitter Katie Johansen to learn, work on a project, and socialize.

Weekly trivia. Form a team or play solo.

Join us for a Fundraising Bingo Night at the Brewery! Fun for the whole family! Prizes, games, friends, and food! Team Heeb San Juan Island presents Bingo Night at the Brewery! NOVEMBER 11TH 5 PM TO 7 PM DOORS OPEN AT 4:30 PM TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../bingo-night-at-the-brewery... Join us in supporting our San Juan Island families managing cancer diagnosis and treatment! Join us for a family-friendly night of prizes, games, friends, and food on November 11th from 5 PM to 7 PM, with seating starting at 4:30 PM! Play 10 exciting rounds of bingo for a chance to win prizes from local businesses. All proceeds go to support San Juan Island families living with cancer diagnosis and treatment. Purchasing Tickets - want to buy a table to secure your spot? Purchase a table or a single ticket to secure your spot for Bingo Night. We recommend you purchase a table to guarantee you and your friends and family sit together.

Do you want feedback from other artists on an art piece you're stuck on? Do you want to talk about art with other islanders? Join us! We meet every other Wednesday evening and share projects we are working on that we'd like feedback on, past pieces we'd like to build upon, or any other in-progress or completed work we'd like to share. You are also welcome to come just to check out work and talk with other artists! This is an informal supportive group of artists providing feedback for one another, discussing ideas, and hopefully laying the groundwork for creating new work and new collaborations. This is a drop-in group, you can attend as many as you'd like. We like folks to sign up ahead of time so we can best organize the space, but you may show up at the door as well. Suggested donation $15-$25. Artists Critique Group is held in the dome on the AAC campus. Registration: Please register early if you are able, as it helps us to assure that programs meet their minimums in order to run!

Bring your own paper, drawing tools, and beverage on Wednesdays in the dome for figure drawing! A live nude model will be posing for this class. Please note that we have shifted this class from a drop-in/donation format to a pre-registration format. The cost is still set with accessibility in mind, so if you appreciate this community offering and want to help us keep hosting, you're welcome to donate at the door! This class is held in the dome on the AAC campus. Directions and parking information will be included in your confirmation email. This class is supported by the Figure Model Fund, founded by Masha Chase and William Chase. Their goal is to help ensure continued access to this program and support figure drawing opportunities within our community. Studio: dome

What are your options on Orcas Island for disposition of your body when you die? Traditional casket burial, "green" burial and all the variations, human composting, and cremation will be covered, along with info on costs, location options, and more. Make a plan to make sure your last wishes are honored and your loved ones don't have to bear the burden of trying to figure all that out.

The Board of Trustees meets at the library at 3:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of every month. The public is welcome to attend. Contact Karen Meng ( kmeng@orcaslibrary.org ) if you would like to join by Zoom or receive the board packet in advance.

Contemporary Dance meets Thursdays 5:15-6:45pm at Orcas Oddfellows. 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/

An accessible introduction to the art of traditional woodblock printing! In this two-part class, we will explore the world of traditional woodblock printing. Students will become familiar with the tools and techniques used in this process, including press-based printing, and printing at home without a press. Students will print a block they have carved using the Alchemy printing press. Creative ways of adding color to printed work will also be disucssed in this class. Embrace the unique look of woodblock printing, and learn how to continue your print journey either at home or using the specialized equipment at Alchemy. No previous printmaking experience necessary. This class is taught by Alchemy print studio manager and printmaker Katey Rissi . Class meets on Thursday, 11/12 and Thursday 11/19 from 5:30-8:30pm. This class is held at the Art Barn at 45 Hawthorne Lane . Directions and parking information will be included in your confirmation email. Registration: Please register early if you are able, as it helps us to assure that classes meet their minimums in order to run! If you register more than three weeks before this class begins, a 20% early bird discount will automatically be applied to your ticket at checkout. A Note on Ticket Pricing: We are experimenting with offering sliding scale tickets in order to keep our classes accessible to as many community members as possible. There are three price tiers. Sustaining tickets help us continue to invest in programming. Full price tickets cover the costs associated with running classes. Accessibility tickets are priced below what it costs for us to run a class. If the cost of a full price ticket is a hardship, we encourage you to purchase a sliding scale ticket. If you can pay the full price or sustaining price, please choose that option so we can keep providing arts programming to the community. Tuition Assistance: Tuition assistance is available for Alchemy classes and workshops if finances are a barrier. Apply for tuition assistance here . Studio: press

The Seven Sisters Campaign is a National, multi-site public engagement and leadership initiative led by Se’Si’Le in partnership with tribal, environmental, and faith-based organizations. This campaign will launch events designed to elevate the leadership of Seven Indigenous Women whose work addresses the intersecting crises of biodiversity loss, climate disruption, and environmental injustice. Friday, November 13 from 2-4pm at Brickworks, San Juan Island : The Seven Sisters and Friends invite you for an evening designed to move the heart and reveal a deeper sense of connection and responsibility to our Earth. Saturday, November 14 from 12:30-2:30pm at Brickworks, San Juan Island : Step inside the Dome and experience the Salish Sea through sound, story, and imagery. Then, Chenoa Egawa will join us in person to share stories, reflections, and conversation as part of the Seven Sisters journey. Registration encouraged but not required. Saturday, November 14 from 6-8pm at Brickworks, San Juan Island : Join us in closing out an impactful week of advocacy and storytelling with a community dinner. Tickets available online .

Friday Evening - Winemakers Dinner in McMillin's Featuring Lachini Vineyards An evening of delicious food and wine featuring Ron Lachini of Lachini Vineyards for our November Winemakers Dinner! Join us for an unforgettable evening at McMillin's Winemakers Dinner featuring exceptional biodynamic wines from Lachini Vineyards of the Chehalem Mountains AVA and renowned winemaker, Ron Lachini . Indulge in a curated multi-course meal expertly paired with Lachini’s finest selections. Throughout the evening, Ron will share his journey, wine-making philosophy, and unique stories behind each wine. Ticket Price of this event is $160 (before taxes and fees) and includes 20% gratuity that is distrubuted amongst our staff. Please note, seating will be assigned at the time of the event and due to capacity limits, your party may be sat with other parties at the same table. Save a Seat! Saturday Evening - Holiday Wine Tasting at Roche Harbor A festive wine tasting at Roche Harbor Resort! Chef Bill and Wine Party leader, Dominique have once-more brought in a great selection of vineyards and distribuors. This event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with friends and loved ones. Don't miss out on this opportunity to indulge in some great wines with friends and neighbors. Cheers to a wonderful holiday season! Let's Taste!

With Andrea Preiss.

A group for mothers on the island to gather and create art in community. Create art while you create life! This is a drop in group for mothers on the island to gather and create art in community. We will be using a variety of mediums to explore themes of pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood.

Our fall Winemaker Dinner in McMillin’s Dining Room returns for 2026. We are thrilled to partner with Lachini Vineyards from the Willamette Valley, OR, as well as welcome their eponymous Winemaker, Ron Lachini! Chef Shaw and his team have created a delectable coursed menu (https://www.rocheharbor.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Lachini-Winemaker-Dinner-11-13-26.pdf)to pair with their wonderful biodynbiamic wines for an evening you won’t soon forget. We hope you can join us! Seating is limited – get your tickets today! Tickets for the Lachini Winemaker Dinner can be purchased onEventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winemakers-dinner-in-mcmillins-featuring-lachini-vineyards-tickets-2001400247015)

With Attune.You.

An in-depth exploration into batik, an Indonesian fabric decoration technique using wax resist and dye. Learn the ancient medium of batik in this fun and in-depth textile arts class! Batik is fabric dyeing characterized by use of wax as a resist- ‘crackle’ is the distinctive effect. Indonesian artists developed batik from a traditional craft of decorating clothing into a modern art. Its challenging and unique method of mark making yields special visual textures and a luminous quality of color. Participants in this class will learn several ways to apply wax, how to use fiber reactive dyes, batik-specific design considerations, and finishing steps. We will have time to work at least one piece all the way through: wax-dye-repeat-boil out. All supplies will be provided. Participants may bring their own fabric to work on - pure cellulose fibers such as cotton, linen or rayon take dye the best. All experience levels are welcome in this class! Perfect for anyone who enjoys working with textiles, appreciators of surface design, and artists looking to explore a very unique medium. This class is taught by Oregon-based textile artist Cooper Otte. This class is held at our Field Campus location at 45 Hawthorne Lane in the Art Barn. Directions and parking information will be included in your confirmation email. Class Dates: Saturday 11/13, Sunday 11/14, and Monday 11/15 from 2-6pm Registration: Please register early if you are able, as it helps us to assure that classes meet their minimums in order to run! If you register more than three weeks before this class begins, a 20% early bird discount will automatically be applied to your ticket at checkout. Note: this class sold out the last time we offered it, so we reccommend that you sign up ASAP if you are interested! A Note on Ticket Pricing: We are offering sliding scale tickets in order to keep our classes accessible to as many community members as possible. There are three price tiers. Sustaining tickets help us continue to invest in programming. Full price tickets cover the costs associated with running classes. Accessibility tickets are priced below what it costs for us to run a class. If the cost of a full price ticket is a hardship, we encourage you to purchase a sliding scale ticket. If you can pay the full price or sustaining price, please choose that option so we can keep providing arts programming to the community. Tuition Assistance: Tuition assistance is available for Alchemy classes and workshops if finances are a barrier. Apply for tuition assistance here . Studio: big table

Cloud 8 explores the bittersweet and sometimes tragic experience of coming so, so close to fulfilling our greatest dreams, the loss we experience as those deep longings slip through our fingers, and the unpredictable ways in which sometimes we get what we wished for, just not in the way we had anticipated. Please see our website for more information.

Weekly karaoke. The mic is yours until close.

Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM & Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Join us as the San Juan Master Chorale presents its Fall Concert in collaboration with Island Verse! The program will highlight Randall Thompson’s “Frostiana” featuring the poems of Robert Frost. The poems will be recited by Island Verse Poets.

The Fall Farmers Market is open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturdays, Oct 03 - Nov 21. The market includes fall produce, crafts, food and drink vendors & more.

Mark your calendars—Grannie’s Holiday Sale is back at Orcas Senior Center on Saturday, November 14 from 10am-2pm! Browse a wide array of festive décor, holiday treasures, and unique creations from local artisans. It’s the perfect place to find special gifts and seasonal inspiration. Want to get involved?! Sign up to volunteer by contacting Edy Hansen at 206.413.6157 oredy@orcasseniors.org .

Please join local naturalist, River Augenstein, for this series of mushroom identification and discovery hikes in Moran State Park. You will learn about many of Orca’s Island’s distinctive mushroom species; how they live, where they grow, and which species are edible and medicinal. There will be an emphasis on mycological nomenclature using the binomial system of classification. See poster for description and trail head for each hike.

Explore the surface design possibilities of clay textures! Join Casey Reagan, Alchemy's ceramics studio manager, for a 2-day class exploring hand-building techniques with emphasis on texture! On day one, we will use the slab roller to introduce textural elements and botanical imprints to a constructed vessel of your imagining. A week later, after the first firing, you will learn how to use a variety of iron oxides, carbonates, and underglazes to bring out the detail in your textured pieces. This class is approachable for beginners and experienced potters who are looking to expand their knowledge in hand-building and learn about the unique qualities of different oxide and carbonate mixtures. This class is held in the ceramics studio at our Forest Campus at 1255 Wold Rd. Directions and parking information will be included in your confirmation email. Registration: Please register early if you are able, as it helps us to assure that classes meet their minimums in order to run! If you register more than three weeks before this class begins, a 20% early bird discount will automatically be applied to your ticket at checkout. A Note on Ticket Pricing: We are offering sliding scale tickets in order to keep our classes accessible to as many community members as possible. There are three price tiers. Sustaining tickets help us continue to invest in programming. Full price tickets cover the costs associated with running classes. Accessibility tickets are priced below what it costs for us to run a class. If the cost of a full price ticket is a hardship, we encourage you to purchase a sliding scale ticket. If you can pay the full price or sustaining price, please choose that option so we can keep providing arts programming to the community. Tuition assistance is available for Alchemy classes and workshops if finances are a barrier. Apply for tuition assistance here . Studio: none

What began three years ago as a gathering of friends has evolved and grown into an established mainstay on the event calendar at Roche Harbor Resort. The Holiday Wine tasting features a hand-picked selection of wineries, vineyards, and local distributors, each offering their finest varietals and covering a wide range of local, West Coast, and international AVAs. Set in the Roche Harbor pavilion with a blazing fire, chef-in-action station preparing delicious small bites, and open floorplan to sip wine to your heart’s content – it’s sure to be a great time. Plus, take home a commemorative wine glass as a souvenir of the event. Come one and come all. We’ll see you there! Tickets for the Holiday Wine Tasting can be purchased on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-wine-tasting-at-roche-harbor-tickets-2003018021823)

https://orcascenter.ludus.com/200553628Winter fundraiser for Orcas Center: ‘Prom Night Gone Bad’ | An ’80s murder mystery dinner at New Leaf Cafe Saturday, Nov. 14 6 p.m. @ New Leaf Cafe Pricing: $195 Prom Night Gone Bad Break out the hairspray and leg warmers. New Leaf Cafe is turning back the clock for “Totally Rad ’80s Prom Gone Bad,” a murder mystery dinner on Saturday, Nov. 14, beginning at 6 p.m. The event is a fundraiser for Orcas Center. Tickets are $195 per person and include dinner prepared by New Leaf and drinks like Bloody Carrie and Pretty in Pink. Seating is limited; you can purchase tickets at www.orcascenter.org. Please note your menu preference (vegan or non-vegan) when booking. During the ticket buying process, you will have an option to select your level of involvement, from main characters, secondary characters, or ensemble observers. Guests will arrive at the Mayhem High Senior Prom, where the crowning of prom king and queen is the biggest event of the year, until someone ends up dead. Over a multi-course dinner, diners will mingle with the suspects, gather clues and try to name the killer before the final reveal. The winner will receive four tickets to a show of their choice in the 2026-27 season. Guests are encouraged to dress up in audacious 1980s attire. Think glamour, big bangs, color and taffeta. https://orcascenter.ludus.com/200553628

Cloud 8 explores the bittersweet and sometimes tragic experience of coming so, so close to fulfilling our greatest dreams, the loss we experience as those deep longings slip through our fingers, and the unpredictable ways in which sometimes we get what we wished for, just not in the way we had anticipated. Please see our website for more information.

Welcome to San Juan Island Restaurant Week! San Juan Island Restaurant Week is back for 2026! Join us in celebrating the flavors of San Juan Island during this annual dining event, a week-long showcase of the island’s vibrant culinary scene. From cozy coffee shops and casual eateries to artisan spirit tastings and elevated fine dining experiences, Restaurant Week is your invitation to savor the rich diversity, creativity, and resilience of our local food community. After an incredible response to our inaugural year, we’re excited to announce that San Juan Island Restaurant Week will return November 15–22, 2026 . Mark your calendars and come hungry — a full list of participating restaurants will be released soon!

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

With Tabitha Rose.

Monotype printmaking is way to create a one-of-a-kind print using ink, plexiglass, and a printing press. This method of printmaking is painterly, fluid, and intuitive, and can look like anything from a realistic landscape to abstract color shapes and forms. In this class, Glenn will introduce you to a variety of monotype techniques: additive, subtractive, overprinting, ghost printing, and more. Come get a taste of what monotype is all about! This class is taught by multimedia artist Glenn Hendrick . This class is held at the Art Barn at our Field Campus at 45 Hawthorne Lane. Directions and parking information will be included in your confirmation email. Registration: Please register early if you are able, as it helps us to assure that classes meet their minimums in order to run! If you register more than three weeks before this class begins, a 20% early bird discount will automatically be applied to your ticket at checkout. A Note on Ticket Pricing: We are offering sliding scale tickets in order to keep our classes accessible to as many community members as possible. There are three price tiers. Sustaining tickets help us continue to invest in programming. Full price tickets cover the costs associated with running classes. Accessibility tickets are priced below what it costs for us to run a class. If the cost of a full price ticket is a hardship, we encourage you to purchase a sliding scale ticket. If you can pay the full price or sustaining price, please choose that option so we can keep providing arts programming to the community. Members: All studio members get 20% off classes! Use your promo code to get this discount. Tuition Assistance: Tuition assistance is available for Alchemy classes and workshops if finances are a barrier. Apply for tuition assistance here . Studio: press

Cloud 8 explores the bittersweet and sometimes tragic experience of coming so, so close to fulfilling our greatest dreams, the loss we experience as those deep longings slip through our fingers, and the unpredictable ways in which sometimes we get what we wished for, just not in the way we had anticipated. Please see our website for more information.

With Lily Ostle.

2026 Battle of the Bands, Orcas Island’s local music event of the year, returns to Orcas Center on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 6 p.m., and ticket sales are live! Hosted by Pedro LopezDeVictoria and Jamey Moriarty, the night pits original music by Orcas Island artists head-to-head across a range of categories, with audiences dancing along and cheering on their favorites. Organizers promise a night of laughs, a few tears, and no shortage of rock. A handful of surprises are also in store for the evening.

With Tabitha Rose.