Orcas Center Events

Friday May 23 through June 23

Art Exhibit: Peter Fisher / Orcas Retrospectives

Visual Arts Committee Presents:Featured Artist:Peter FisherCommunity Show: Orcas RetrospectivesInstallation Day: Thursday, May 22nd from 10:15am – 12pmArt Opening: Friday, May 23rd 5:30pm – 7pmOn Display: May 23rd – June 23rdPickup: Wednesday, June 25th from 10:15am – 12pm For this community show, let’s celebrate the history and art of our beautiful island! We are opening this show up to include pieces from artists who may have moved off-island or are no longer with us. Too often, beautiful artwork and photographs depicting our community live in individual collections, hidden from the public eye. Not this time! For this show, we’re looking for recognizable Orcas landmarks or people from past or current Orcas Island artists. Artwork on display for this show does not need to be for sale. We are just excited to appreciate the talent of Orcasonians from both the present and past. During intake, in addition to the title and artist, we will ask for a one-sentence description on how the piece is connected to Orcas. For example: Barbara Meyer (1918-2009)First Eastsound Airport Office (Built in 1947) Barbara was a beloved watercolorist who called Orcas her home for over 25 years. From the Collection of Bethany MarieNot for Sale Please feel free to bring in your photographs, artwork, sculptures, and more! Whether you are a current island artist, or have work in your collection from former islanders that deserve a bigger audience than your living room – We welcome you for this show! On Installation Day, you will fill out two labels including title, artist name, the medium, and the price, (or denoted NFS). One label will be attached to the artwork, the second will be given to the committee. The artist will also fill out an Artist Agreement and Sales Information Sheet if she or he does not already have one on file. All placement and hanging of the art will be done by the VAC. Artists are urged to attend and contribute hors d’oeuvres for the Artist Reception on Friday, May 23rd from 5:30pm – 7pm. To learn more about exhibiting your art, commission structures, and upcoming shows, please visit: www.OrcasCenter.org/VAC Featured Artist: Peter Fisher The Visual Arts Committee (VAC) of Orcas Center is proud to announce a special art exhibition from Peter Fisher, opening on Friday, May 23 at 5:30pm, celebrating the cultural, spiritual, and natural significance of Madrona Point. Presented in honor of the ancestral burial ground of the Lummi Nation and the three historic cemeteries at Madrona Point, this exhibit features works that explore the beauty of the land and our deep connection to the past. Through Peter Fisher’s stunning photography, the exhibition reflects the community’s journey to preserve this sacred site. “In 1984, I began documenting Madrona Point when it was threatened by development,” said Peter C. Fisher, Orcas Island Historical Museum President. “This place, the spiritual and geographic heart of Orcas Island, carries profound meaning. Art became my way of honoring its story and helping others feel its sacred presence.” The exhibition revisits a pivotal community moment, when over 20 artists came together in 1986 in the first group show at Orcas Center to raise awareness and support the preservation of Madrona Point. The Madrona Point Committee was then formed, and their collective efforts culminated in a historic land transfer to the Lummi Nation in 1990. “This show is about more than history,” Fisher added. “It’s about the enduring power of place, spirit, and community. Art, at its best, can be a vessel for healing, memory, and transformation.” Peter Fisher will also be holding a free slide show and talk on June 7 at 2 PM on the Orcas Center main stage, discussing how the Orcas and Lummi community joined together in the 1980’s to save Madrona Point, and present further actions we can take to preserve this sacred land. Donations to the sponsors, Orcas Center and the Historical Museum, gladly accepted. More information can be found at https://orcascenter.org/event/a-call-to-action-the-preservation-of-madrona-point/. Join us for the art opening reception on Friday, May 23 at 5:30 PM with remarks by Peter C. Fisher, Ron Myers on the piano, light refreshments, and a community show, “Orcas Retrospectives” in the Madrona Room. www.petercfisher.com

Sunday June 22 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Orcas Center, 917 Mt. Baker Road, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Audio Brunch Workshops at Orcas Center

Audio Brunch Workshops at Orcas Center Orcas Center’s Jake Perrine will present ELEVEN Live Sound Basics workshops on Sunday mornings at Orcas Center from 11am-12pm from June 15 to August 24. The workshop is open to the public, and designed for audio hobbyists who want ......More

Orcas Center, 917 Mt. Baker Road, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Sunday June 22 5:00pm PDT

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Brasil in Motion

Orcas Center’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Village GreenNo tickets necessary thanks to our generous sponsors! Brasil in MotionSunday, June 22nd at 5pmOn the Village Green203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245 Brasil in MotionBrasil In Motion (formerly Bahia in Mo......More

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Friday June 27 5:30pm PDT

Art Opening: Zoe Osenbach / Botanicals and Blooms

Visual Arts Committee Presents:Featured Artist: Zoe OsenbachCommunity Show: Botanicals and BloomsInstallation Day: Wednesday, June 25th from 10:15am-12pmArt Opening: Friday, June 27th from 5:30-7pmOn Display: June 27th – July 22ndPickup: Wednesday, July 23rd from 10:15am-12pm Explore our natural world with this community show featuring botanicals and blooms! Artists are encouraged to submit pieces that reflect personal interpretations of nature’s flora—whether realistic, abstract, or conceptual. We anticipate this being a large show, so one to two items per artist please! (For example, one larger piece, or two smaller) Community shows are open to ALL island artists, beginning and experienced alike. The purpose is to showcase island art and celebrate our creative neighbors! To exhibit in a community show, an artist needs to come on the Installation Day (for this show, June 25th) with their artwork ready to be displayed or hung. On Installation Day, the artist will fill out two labels including title, artist name, the medium, and the price, (or denoted NFS). One label will be attached to the artwork, the second will be given to the committee. The artist will also fill out an Artist Agreement and Sales Information Sheet if she or he does not already have one on file. All placement and hanging of the art will be done by the VAC. Artists are urged to attend and contribute hors d’oeuvres for the Artist Reception on Friday, June 27th To learn more about exhibiting your art, commission structures, and upcoming shows, please visit: www.OrcasCenter.org/VAC Featured Artist: Zoe Osenbach Orcas Center’s Visual Arts Committee (VAC) is pleased to present the next Art Opening, Friday, June 27 from 5:30pm – 7pm with featured artist, Zoe Osenbach in the lobby, and a community show, “Botanicals and Blooms” in the Madrona Room. Zoe Osenbach is a process-oriented artist who approaches her art with a sense of play and curiosity. Gravitating toward found, used, and recycled materials, she breathes new life into objects that others have discarded. For Zoe, creative freedom often emerges from the constraints of using only what she can scavenge—whether it’s from the Exchange or a friend’s trash bin. She revels in taking things apart and discovering treasures inside, which adds an element of chance and delight to the process. “Plus,” Zoe says, “Swinging a hammer is just thoroughly enjoyable.” Beyond her artistic practice, Osenbach is a dedicated community organizer, focused on giving fine artists opportunities for showcasing and selling their wares. She facilitates the Orcas Artists Studio Tour, connecting artists and audiences through intimate glimpses into working studios – this year’s roster includes nearly 40 artists and takes place August 8 – 10. Additionally, Zoe curates the annual Handmade Craft Market at Orcas Center each fall, celebrating artisanal talent and handcrafted wares, and is a dedicated volunteer of the Visual Arts Committee at Orcas Center, which coordinates monthly art exhibits. This summer’s exhibition offers a glimpse into Osenbach’s evolving body of work, inviting viewers to discover the hidden stories and overlooked beauty beneath the plastic surfaces of everyday items, and challenge the pervasiveness of our throwaway culture. Join us for light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the artist as well as enjoy the community show, “Botanicals and Blooms” in the Madrona room, Friday, June 27 starting at 5:30pm. This exhibit will be on display through July 22. www.zoemakesart.comwww.instagram.com/zoemakesart

Sunday June 29 5:00pm PDT

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Cole does King

Orcas Center’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Village GreenNo tickets necessary thanks to our generous sponsors! Cole does KingSunday, June 29th at 5pmOn the Village Green203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245 Cole does KingSeattle’s own Kaylee Cole brings her version of Carole King’s landmark album “Tapestry” to Orcas. Released in 1971, “Tapestry” remains one of the best-selling albums of all time, featuring timeless classics like “I Feel the Earth Move,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” and “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.” Cole is joined by an all-star cast of Northwest musical talent, including Dan Walker (Heart, Amy Ray Band), Jeff Fielder (Indigo Girls), Matty Gervais and Charity Rose Thielen (The Head and the Heart), and Mikey Gervais (Mikey the Rad Scientist) with more special guests to be announced. Kaylee Cole found her voice, songs, and passion for music after an intense car accident in college. Her origin story is more Marvel comic than real life – in the accident, the radio knobs punctured her leg and activated an ancient voice within her, songs that were waiting to come to the surface. Much like Spider-Man, she operates under the mantra that “with great power comes great responsibility.” A devoted songkeeper, Cole sees music as both a joy and a responsibility. Recognizing its profound healing power, her intention in every performance is to spill her guts onstage so the audience can find pieces of their own truth with her. She has shared the stage with The Lumineers, The Head and the Heart, and Damien Jurado, while collaborating with TV on the Radio, Hey Marseilles, Pickwick, Widower, Nick Jaina, and many others. Currently, Cole creates engaging and educational children’s music (that grown-ups can enjoy) with her husband Mikey the Rad Scientist, in their project Bug Friend, set to release their first full-length album later this year. When she’s not singing, she’s producing large-scale health and wellness events, documentary films, and music scores. But her favorite thing of all is being a mother to two magical little humans, one of whom loved Tapestry so much she inspired her to play Cole Does King. Follow Kaylee Cole online:https://www.kayleecole.com/https://www.instagram.com/kayleecole

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Monday June 30 through July 11

Repertory Theatre Camp 2025!

Orcas Center Presents:Repertory Theatre CampSummer Repertory Theater Camp (Non-Musical) with Chelsea and JameyThis repertory theater camp is a deep dive into what theatre is, how it works, and how you can create it. Participants will explore acting, directing, storytell......More

Sunday July 6 5:00pm PDT

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Litch Brothers, Fritz Gearhart, and Robert Sarazin Blake

Orcas Center’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Village GreenNo tickets necessary thanks to our generous sponsors! The Litch BrothersFritz GearhartRobert Sarazin BlakeAnd The High, Wide & Handsome BandSunday, July 6th at 5pmOn the Village Green203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245 The Litch BrothersThe Litch Brothers are a progressive bluegrass band from the Pacific Northwest, founded by brother duo Tashi and Kaj Litch. Their journey took a pivotal turn when Brandi Carlile discovered them busking at Pike’s Place Market in Seattle and invited them to perform at her sold-out show at Benaroya Hall, alongside Mike McCready of Pearl Jam and the Seattle Symphony. Since that breakthrough moment, the band has quickly made a name for them selves both in the Pacific Northwest and beyond, earning a dedicated following with their innovative sound and vibrant energy. As their notoriety has grown, they’ve been asked to play numerous festivals, including IBMA Bluegrass Live!, Ogden Music Festival, and Salmonfest in Alaska. Most recently, they were honored to be selected as showcasing artists at Your Roots Are Showing 2025, Ireland’s premiere folk music conference, and they will be performing at the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival in New York this summer as a part of their busy tour schedule. With Tashi Litch on mandolin, Kaj Litch on guitar, Evan Snoey on fiddle, and Ben Lewis on bass, the group blends original compositions, bluegrass standards, and folk-inspired covers. While their influences include artists such as Watchhouse, The Punch Brothers, and The Avett Brothers, The Litch Brothers have a sound all their own — one that’s bold and forward-thinking, yet firmly grounded in traditional bluegrass. Each member brings their own distinct musical voice, contributing to the band’s versatility and adaptability, whether performing for large crowds or in intimate settings. Beyond their musical skill and innovation, what truly stands out at a Litch Brothers show is their energy. These young musicians clearly love what they do, and their infectious passion and enthusiasm make their performances a thrilling experience. If you’re not already a fan of bluegrass, The Litch Brothers just might win you over. Follow them online:https://www.litchbrothers.com/https://www.instagram.com/litchbrothers/https://www.facebook.com/litchbrothershttps://www.youtube.com/@litchbrothers Fritz GearhartA member of the Listening Room Network’s roster of artists, Classical Violinist, Teacher and Singer-songwriter Fritz Gearhart crafts richly detailed songs full of insight and poignancy. His melodic and chordal style is infused with jazz, folk and rock elements. Often categorized as “Americana”, he performs songs with guitar and piano and also includes violin improvisation. He has four albums to his credit, and releasing his 5th in fall of 2025. His honors include selection as a semi-finalist in the 2019 International Song Competition chosen out of 18,000 entries. An active writer and performer, he has performed around the world and served as longtime faculty at four universities. Born into a musical family, his parents were both performers and teachers of classical music. In addition to his songwriting, he has performed internationally as a concert violinist. Fritz enjoys his full musical life and might be the only artist to encompass the classical and singer-songwriter worlds in this unique way. Follow Fritz Gearhart online:https://fritzgearhart.com/https://www.youtube.com/@fritzgearhartdenver Robert Sarazin BlakeAnd The High, Wide & Handsome Band“Blake being a master of stage presence and completely at ease, he was capable of bringing the crowd to a complete silence. His ability to make a story out of a moment, a moment every audience member is a part of no less, is the one of the best forms of concert entertainment I’ve ever experienced. ” — Jess, Sunset in the Rearview In 1997, Robert Sarazin Blake dropped out of college and hit the road. The folk music of his father’s house had combined with the DIY punk ethos of the day and produced his first album, ‘Another Irrelevant Year.’ For three decades, Blake toured across the US, Canada, Ireland, Germany, and beyond performing concerts to small groups of people in small rooms. In 2017, Blake released his 12th album ‘Recitative,’ which earned an A- from The Dean of American Rock Critics, Robert Christgau, who wrote, “Chants that riff on the titles WORK, COUPLES, and SINGLE WOMEN are as instantly indelible as the Springsteen, Weill, Reed, and Van Morrison lifts woven in.” His single, ‘Don’t Use Our Death And Pain‘ is a cry to end the violence in Gaza. In Feb of 2025 he released Let The Longing Run Wild & Free which JW Vibe called majestic, insightful, soulful and infectiously tuneful. The High, Wide & Handsome Band is Blake’s west coast backing band. With The High, Wide & Handsome Band, Blake puts on his party hat and the band puts a beat behind the stories.Follow Robert Sarazin Blake online: https://robertsarazinblake.comhttps://www.facebook.com/robertsarazinblakehttps://www.instagram.com/RobertSarazinBlake

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Sunday July 13 5:00pm PDT

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Rafe Pearlman & Friends and Micaela Kingslight

Orcas Center’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Village GreenNo tickets necessary thanks to our generous sponsors! Rafe Pearlman & FriendsMicaela KingslightSunday, July 13th at 5pmOn the Village Green203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245 Rafe Pearlman & FriendsRafe Pearlman started his singing career with the wolves, ravens and sled dogs of the Alaskan wilderness. The wild nature of his exploratory singing has led to performances spanning the globe, from India, Hong Kong, Israel and Germany, to Italy, France, Spain, Australia, Thailand, Mexico and all across the United States. Highlights of his many years of music making include performances at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (USA), America’s Got Talent (USA), Festival Internaciona (Mexico), Lightning in a Bottle (USA), Burning Man (USA), and Shantipi (Israel), Imagine Music and Arts Festival (USA), Beloved Festival (USA), Wonderfruit (Thailand), Bumbershoot (USA), Folklife (USA) and many more. Collaboration is central to Rafe’s creative process and he’s had the opportunity to work with some amazing performers and composers over the years including William Close and the Earth Harp Collective, touring with the world’s largest stringed instrument. Rafe was accompanied by a full orchestra, working with one of Hollywood’s top soundtrack composers, Tyler Bates, at the festival of film composers, “MOSMA,” in Malaga Spain. Joining Rafe on July 13th will be Chihsuan (violin/erhu) Daniel Berkman (kora/ondomo/guitar), Micaela Kingslist (vocals), Kevin Colomby (bass) and Josh Mellinger (drums/percussion). Chihsuan, a GRAMMY-nominated multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, hails from Taiwan. Her exceptional skills on the violin, erhu, and piano have allowed her to explore diverse genres and captivate audiences worldwide. Chihsuan’s versatility has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Collaborations with luminaries such as Yo-Yo Ma, Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys, David Foster, and performance for His Holiness the Dalai Lama underscore her exceptional artistry. Daniel Berkman is a San Francisco based composer, kora player, oudist, electronic musician, multi-instrumentalist and recording artist. “Treating the timeless instruments I play and the music I create as unique happenings, inspiring awe, seeking revelation.” Micaela Kingslight is a multi-dimensional sound healer utilizing an extensive array of instruments, conscious songwriting, and bumpin beats blended with acoustic sounds in symbiosis with elements of folk, blues and soul along with electronic pop sensibilities to create a sensual sound that makes you want to move your body. Josh Mellinger is a multi-instrumental percussionist based in the Bay Area. He graduated in Percussion Performance BFA at CalArts under the guidance of Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri, RandyGloss, Houman Pourmehdi and David Johnson. He is a currently a student at the Ali Akbar College of Music, continuing Tabla studies with Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri. He has performed and recorded with many groups in the US and internationally. He has done several theatrical productions including a world premier of the award winning musical “Lovesick”, and performances in Vietnam with Van-Anh-Vo and the Blood moon orchestra as part of the United States Embassy’s Cultural exchange program. Follow Rafe Pearlman online:https://rafepearlman.comhttps://www.facebook.com/rafepearlmanhttps://www.instagram.com/rafepearlman/https://www.youtube.com/@rafepearlman Micaela KingslightAccompanied by the illustrious bass player Krivo Flores Micaela Kingslight is a multi-dimensional sound healer utilizing an extensive array of instruments, conscious songwriting, and bumpin beats blended with acoustic sounds in symbiosis with elements of folk, blues and soul along with electronic pop sensibilities to create a sensual sound that makes you want to move your body. A seasoned performer, she has toured extensively across the U.S. and Americas both as a solo artist and as part of the folk/medicine trio Three Wheels Turning and has collaborated with artists like Yaima, Rafe Pearlman, Luke Rain, James Rian O’Keeffe and Andy Fischer-Price. She is currently working on a new album of soul stirring songs with new tracks being released worldwide every last Wednesday of the month in 2025. She also teaches people how to open their voices for more strength and power through somatic movement through her program Vocal Embodiment. Follow Micaela Kingslight online:https://www.micaelakingslight.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@micaelakingslight/videos

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Monday July 14 through July 25

Musical Theatre Camp 2025!

Orcas Center Presents:Musical Theatre CampSummer Musical Theater Camp with Chelsea and JameyThis musical theater camp is a deep dive into what musical theatre is, how it works, and how you can create it. Participants will explore singing, dancing, acting, technical appl......More

Sunday July 20 5:00pm PDT

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Bobby Bare Jr and Mars FM

Orcas Center’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Village GreenNo tickets necessary thanks to our generous sponsors! Bobby Bare JrMars FMSunday, July 20th at 5pmOn the Village Green203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245 Bobby Bare JrBobby Bare Jr. is an American singer-songwriter and musician known for his eclectic blend of rock, country, and indie influences. The son of country music legend Bobby Bare, he grew up surrounded by music and began forging his own path in the 1990s. Bobby Bare Jr. gained early recognition with his band Bare Jr., and later as a solo artist, earning praise for his gritty vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and genre-bending sound. His work often explores themes of love, heartbreak, and personal struggle, delivered with a raw and emotional edge. Over the years, he has released several solo albums and collaborated with artists across a range of styles, cementing his place as a unique voice in the Americana and alternative music scenes. Follow Bobby Bare Jr online:https://www.bobbybarejr.comhttps://www.facebook.com/bobbybarejr Mars FMBorn in the high desert of Southwest Colorado, Portland based indie folk rock trio Mars FM radiates a warmth reminiscent of their red dirt home. Their ‘familial’ harmonies, dreamy pedal steel, and playful, anything goes spirit coalesce into a heart opening live experience that speaks to multiple generations. Mars FM’s most recent release, Under Your Branches, has a softer, more reflective tone than their previous album. Zack and Zoe, along with multi-instrumentalist Eli Wheeler, poured themselves into ten deeply heart-centered songs over the course of ten days following the loss of Zoe’s grandparents. They recorded the album live aside from vocals, which were recorded in the wee hours of morning in a closet dimly lit by salt lamps and candles. It is an album of grief, of love, of mystery, and of acceptance. Follow Mars FM online:https://marsfm.band/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8BTfdeoWjyb5qdw0YcdKHQhttps://www.instagram.com/marsfm.band/

The Village Green – Outdoors, 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

Load More Events

Orcas Center

View details

About Us

Contact Information

About Us

Contact Information

Art Exhibit: Peter Fisher / Orcas Retrospectives

Audio Brunch Workshops at Orcas Center

Brasil in Motion

Art Opening: Zoe Osenbach / Botanicals and Blooms

Cole does King

Repertory Theatre Camp 2025!

Litch Brothers, Fritz Gearhart, and Robert Sarazin Blake

Rafe Pearlman & Friends and Micaela Kingslight

Musical Theatre Camp 2025!

Bobby Bare Jr and Mars FM

Group Results

Tag sale

Pelham Jewish Center

Orcas Center

View details

About Us

Contact Information

About Us

Contact Information

Group Results

Tag sale

This is Burbio

Forgot Password

Oops!