Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

The Orcas Dance Collective and Orcas Center Present: Alice’s Adventures in WonderlandApril 25th  – May 11thFri & Sat – 6:30pmSun – 2pmTiered Ticket Pricing: $68, $38, $23, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the......More

The Orcas Dance Collective and Orcas Center Present: Alice’s Adventures in WonderlandApril 25th  – May 11thFri & Sat – 6:30pmSun – 2pmTiered Ticket Pricing: $68, $38, $23, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of your family. The variant in pricing is not based on seat location or dates of performances, rather, what you’re able to afford to help us to maintain our facilities and create quality programming. Tier A is the true cost per patron of putting on show at the Orcas Center, Tier B is our standard rate, also subsidized by our generous donors, Tier C is a rate subsidized by our generous donors. ** The Blue Cast features Sylvia Johnson as Alice, Mira Johnson as the Queen of Hearts, and Solianna Halabisky as White Rabbit.The Red Cast features Madeleine Sonshine as Alice, Bianca Cox as the Queen of Hearts, and Stella Dillard as White Rabbit.Schedule: Friday, April 25th – 6:30pmSaturday, April 26th – 6:30pm Sunday, April 27th – 2:00pm Friday, May 2nd – 6:30pmSaturday, May 3rd- 6:30pm (GALA)Sunday, May 4th – 2:00pm Friday, May 9th – 6:30pmSaturday, May 10th- 6:30pmSunday, May 11th – 2:00pmAlice’s Adventures in WonderlandThe whimsical world of Wonderland is about to take center stage in an extraordinary new ballet production, offering audiences a fresh and imaginative interpretation of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland will premiere on April 25th and features stunning choreography created by the artistic minds of Stephanie Moss and Tiffany Loney, breathtaking visuals from Everett Keithcart, and performances from adults and children of all ages! This re-imagined ballet transports the audience to the surreal world of Wonderland, where Alice encounters a cast of eccentric and unforgettable characters including the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts, and the Mad Hatter. With intricate dance sequences that bring each character to life, this production promises to be an exhilarating and visually stunning experience for all! Co-Directed by Stephanie Moss and Tiffany Loney Photographs by Steve Alboucq  

Art Exhibit: A*OK and High School Show 2025

A*OK Arts for Kids and the Visual Arts Committee Presents:A*OK and High School Student Art ShowArt Opening: Friday, April 25th from 4:30pm – 6pmOn Display: April 25th – May 19thLobby Gallery & Madrona Room To celebrate our island youth, a student art exhibit is being ho......More

A*OK Arts for Kids and the Visual Arts Committee Presents:A*OK and High School Student Art ShowArt Opening: Friday, April 25th from 4:30pm – 6pmOn Display: April 25th – May 19thLobby Gallery & Madrona Room To celebrate our island youth, a student art exhibit is being hosted at the Orcas Center from April 25 – May 19th. The show features art created in A*OK classes, Kindergarten through 8th grade, as well as pieces from the Orcas Island High School. We hope to see you at the opening and artist reception – Friday, April 25th from 4:30pm – 6pm in the Madrona Room at the Orcas Center. Orcas Island High School art students will be giving brief talks about their work and these presentations should not be missed! This school year, Art for Orcas Kids engaged K-8th grade students in a variety of hands-on art projects, exploring new creative techniques and personal expression. You will see a variety of works including Chinese New Year Snakes, Día de los Muertos Skulls, Snowy Owls, Cardboard Self-Portraits, Geometric and Organic Shape Collages, and even 3-D optical illusion art with Agamographs. The Middle School Exploratory participated in a Fall Guest Artist Series featuring painting, felting, charcoal, and portrait illustration. In addition, over the winter, the students worked on Play production by developing and creating Sets and Props for the Middle School Play. The exhibit in the lobby features the diverse talents of Orcas High School students from beginner to advanced, including our AP-level artists. This exhibition showcases a wide range of projects, from teacher-guided pieces to fully developed student-driven artworks, reflecting both skill development and personal expression. The show includes sculptures, paintings, drawings, collages, and more, capturing the vibrant energy and passion of youth. Don’t miss the AP artist reception on the evening of Friday, April 25th, where our advanced students will share insights into their work during a special Q&A session. Come celebrate the boundless creativity and enthusiasm of our young artists!

Inspire Washington - Community Discussion

Inspire Washington: Cultural FuturesThursday, May 8th at 4pmOrcas Center – Center StageLearn more: https://inspirewashington.org/events/cultural-futuresCLICK HERE to reserve your space (it’s free!) About Cultural FuturesCultural Futures is our FREE funding, policy, and ......More

Inspire Washington: Cultural FuturesThursday, May 8th at 4pmOrcas Center – Center StageLearn more: https://inspirewashington.org/events/cultural-futuresCLICK HERE to reserve your space (it’s free!) About Cultural FuturesCultural Futures is our FREE funding, policy, and advocacy workshop for cultural businesses and supporters! This spring, we invite you to join your local partners for Cultural Futures! Cultural Futures is Inspire Washington’s annual post-State Legislative Session tour when we visit communities to share what has happened in government within the last year that pertains to the cultural sector. It’s our job to alert you to new funding and policy opportunities. All our in-person events are held in public spaces with ADA accessibility and will include live closed captioning. Why is this work important? The 2025 State Legislative Session has been a challenging one due to budget restrictions, new lawmakers, and changes in the Federal government. We anticipate many new objectives for each of our sectors—science, heritage, and the arts for the 2026 Session and without new advocates and active engagement across the state, these large goals will be very challenging to achieve. Our work with the Federal government has grown substantially and requires a chorus of voices. We will update you on the pertinent information to know and provide easy ways to participate in our advocacy efforts in Washington DC. If you have thought about getting involved in the past but haven’t yet participated, now is the time! With Inspire Washington, cultural advocacy is easy, fun, collaborative, and inspiring! On the agenda: New Funding & Policies – We will break down the wins and successes of the State Legislative Session and the opportunities for your work.Overview of Washington’s Cultural Access Program and next steps for your community.Federal Advocacy – there’s a lot going on in the Federal space right and we want to be sure you have the most current and accurate information.Grant opportunities – ArtsWA, Humanities WA, USDA, community projects, Capital Funding, Federal Opportunities, and much more!Listening – What do you need and what should we advocates for? How do you get involved? It will take a broad coalition to secure future funding.Coalition Building – Do you want to be more involved in policy development and advocacy or learn about partnership? Now is the time! There are so many threats and opportunities on the horizon for the cultural sector and we need every voice at the table. We’ll plug you into future activities so that your community is represented.About Inspire Washington:Cultural Access Washington and the Washington State Arts Alliance have joined forces. With an energized vision and new name, Inspire Washington aims to build a broad and powerful statewide coalition to champion advocacy and resource development for Washington’s cultural sector. Our powerful union of science, heritage, and the arts, creates extensive reach, profound impact and innovative opportunities. MISSION/VISION STATEMENTOur Mission: Inspire Washington nurtures the human spirit and strengthens communities by increasing access to science, heritage, and arts programming through advocacy, resource development, education, and coalition building. Our Vision: We envision vibrant communities where: Our unique and shared histories bring people together, lift them up and empower them to succeed Everyone in our society has the ability to benefit from and be inspired by the cultural experiences available in our state Our arts, science, and heritage organizations, from the smallest grassroots enterprises to the largest institutions, have sustainable resources to create wide and deep human impact through their work.

Open House Celebration for Dimitri Stankevich

Farewell but not Goodbye:Open House Celebration for Dimitri StankevichFriday, May 9th from 4pm – 6pm in the Madrona Room The Orcas Center Board of Trustees is hosting a special farewell Open House to honor Executive Director, Dimitri Stankevich, who is stepping down aft......More

Farewell but not Goodbye:Open House Celebration for Dimitri StankevichFriday, May 9th from 4pm – 6pm in the Madrona Room The Orcas Center Board of Trustees is hosting a special farewell Open House to honor Executive Director, Dimitri Stankevich, who is stepping down after six years of dedicated service to Orcas Center. Community members, supporters, artists, and friends are invited to stop by Orcas Center from 4pm – 6pm on Friday, May 9 to share their appreciation and well wishes. Light refreshments will be served. Since Dimitri started at Orcas Center in 2019, he fearlessly led us through COVID, expanded programming and community engagement, helped us get on solid financial footing, completed many needed infrastructure projects…and so much more. We are incredibly grateful for his leadership at Orcas Center and within the community at large! This open house offers a chance to recognize Dimitri’s impact and celebrate his lasting legacy. No formal program is planned – We welcome everyone to come and express gratitude and say farewell! Photo courtesy of Steve Alboucq  

On Screen: Fidelio (Met Opera)

Orcas Center presents on the Center Stage Screen:Met Opera: FidelioWednesday, May 14th at 7pmRuntime: 2 hours 35 minutes with intermissionTiered Ticket Pricing: $63, $33, $18, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based o......More

Orcas Center presents on the Center Stage Screen:Met Opera: FidelioWednesday, May 14th at 7pmRuntime: 2 hours 35 minutes with intermissionTiered Ticket Pricing: $63, $33, $18, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of your family. The variant in pricing is not based on seat location or dates of performances, rather, what you’re able to afford to help us to maintain our facilities and create quality programming. Tier A is the true cost per patron of putting on show at the Orcas Center, Tier B is our standard rate, also subsidized by our generous donors,Tier C is a rate subsidized by our generous donors. ** Fidelio(Beethoven) CLICK HERE for more information about Fidelio from The Met Following a string of awe-inspiring Met performances, soprano Lise Davidsen stars as Leonore, who risks everything to save her husband from the clutches of tyranny. Tenor David Butt Philip is the political prisoner Florestan, sharing the stage with bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny as the villainous Don Pizarro, veteran bass René Pape as the jailer Rocco, and soprano Ying Fang and tenor Magnus Dietrich, in his company debut, as the young Marzelline and Jaquino. Bass Stephen Milling sings the principled Don Fernando, and Susanna Mälkki conducts the Met’s striking production, which finds modern-day parallels in Beethoven’s stirring paean to freedom. Fidelio’s unusual structure, glorious score, and life-affirming aura make it a unique experience. It has been called a hymn to freedom and human dignity. Formally a singspiel (with musical numbers separated by spoken dialogue), Fidelio had a long and complex gestation. Its uplifting spirit made it the obvious choice for several important productions marking the end of World War II, including the reopening of the Vienna State Opera in 1955.

Orcas Choral Society: Glory, Grandeur & Gospel for Voices and Brass

Orcas Choral Society:Glory, Grandeur & Gospel for Voices and BrassSaturday, May 17th at 7pmSunday, May 18th at 2pmAdult Pricing: $68, $38, $23 (There is an additional $2 ticketing fee)Youth (Ages 12-18): $5Under 12: Free! This May, immerse yourself in music to transpor......More

Orcas Choral Society:Glory, Grandeur & Gospel for Voices and BrassSaturday, May 17th at 7pmSunday, May 18th at 2pmAdult Pricing: $68, $38, $23 (There is an additional $2 ticketing fee)Youth (Ages 12-18): $5Under 12: Free! This May, immerse yourself in music to transport your soul as Orcas Choral Society presents, “Glory, Grandeur & Gospel” for voices and brass. “The concert will include surround-sound voices and brass reminiscent of European cathedrals,” said Bruce Langford, Orcas Choral Society Artistic Director. The three-fold concert includes contemporary composer John Rutter’s Gloria for voices and brass, antiphonal choral and brass works from the 16th Century by Giovanni Gabrieli, and a selection of familiar spirituals, also arranged for voices and brass.  “With multiple styles of music, this concert has something for everyone,” Langford said. “And it’s all great music.” Adult tickets range from $23-$68, Youth ages 12-18 are $5, and under 12 are free! Bruce Langford leads the Orcas Choral Society Photo Credit: Edee Kulper  

Little Women - Presented by OCS

Orcas Christian School Presents on Center Stage: Little WomenThursday, May 22 at 7 PMFriday, May 23 at 7 PMSunday, May 25 at 2 PM(Note: There is no Saturday, 5/24 show)Tiered Ticket Pricing: $68, $38, $23, $10 Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee**Orcas Center’s Tie......More

Orcas Christian School Presents on Center Stage: Little WomenThursday, May 22 at 7 PMFriday, May 23 at 7 PMSunday, May 25 at 2 PM(Note: There is no Saturday, 5/24 show)Tiered Ticket Pricing: $68, $38, $23, $10 Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee**Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of your family. The variant in pricing is not based on seat location or dates of performances, rather, what you’re able to afford to help us to maintain our facilities and create quality programming. Tier A is the true cost per patron of putting on show at the Orcas Center, Tier B is our standard rate, also subsidized by our generous donors, Tier C is a rate subsidized by our generous donors. ** Little WomenThe Orcas Center welcomes the Orcas Christian School to Center stage with their presentation of Little Women the timeless coming-of-age story by Louisa May Alcott. Performances will be on Thursday, May 22 at 7pm, Friday, May 23 at 7pm, and Sunday, May 25 at 2pm. Please note – there is no performance on Saturday, May 24. Join the March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate love, loss, and growing up during the American Civil War. Directed by OCS Humanities teacher, Andy Rivera, this heartwarming adaptation captures the spirit of family, friendship, and finding one’s place in the world.    

Art Opening: 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 24thPickup: Wednesday, June 25th from 10:15am – 1......More

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 24thPickup: 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 Fisher2025 is the 50th Anniversary of my first art exhibition it was at Tacoma Art Museum when I was 18 and a high school senior. The group show was called “Photography 1975” and their jury chose 5 of my entries. Luckily, my high school history teacher had worked for Ansel Adams and taught the “Zone System” so I was producing artwork that I still sell by 1974. In 1983 I moved to Orcas and opened my photography business. This exhibition provides a sampling of my favorite images from a lifetime of making art. Orcas Island is my favorite subject matter but I enjoy photographing everything from flowers to ferries. Nature is my primary muse but whatever catches my eye is fair game: my artist’s statement is “everything is connected – I see, feel and photograph the energy connecting everything.” Art in service of beauty and spirit! From about age three, (circa 1960) growing up in Arkansas, I remember knowing two things: I wanted to be an artist and I wanted to share my joy of playing in nature by making art. The Orcas I visited many summers as a kid included stays at North Beach Inn, running around Madrona Point, and visiting my grandparents, who moved to Grindstone Harbor in 1964.​After 1976, my parents lived in Tokyo, Jakarta, and Brussels. I’d bring film and document my visits my slide shows are visual stories of where I have been and what seen. ​After enjoying a childhood trip to Norway in 1968, I went to school at Hallingdal Folkehugskole in 1977-8. I learned Norwegian, met my cousins, made new friends. I loved the slow pace of life, the skiing, and the culture. The most extraordinary experience I had overseas was working in Kashmir, New Dehli, and Rajpur for indian scholar Gopi Krishna. One day, shopping for dish scrubbers, I found these. Why am I an artist? To celebrate and honor my love for the beauty in nature. When I feel my heart connect to the spirit of a rock, or see the life force in a blade of grass, then I create art to give thanks for the gift of mystical experience.” www.petercfisher.com  

On Screen: Le Nozze di Figaro (Met Opera)

Orcas Center presents on the Center Stage Screen:Met Opera: Le Nozze di FigaroWednesday, May 28th at 6pmRuntime: 3 hours 30 minutes with intermissionTiered Ticket Pricing: $63, $33, $18, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing......More

Orcas Center presents on the Center Stage Screen:Met Opera: Le Nozze di FigaroWednesday, May 28th at 6pmRuntime: 3 hours 30 minutes with intermissionTiered Ticket Pricing: $63, $33, $18, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of your family. The variant in pricing is not based on seat location or dates of performances, rather, what you’re able to afford to help us to maintain our facilities and create quality programming. Tier A is the true cost per patron of putting on show at the Orcas Center, Tier B is our standard rate, also subsidized by our generous donors,Tier C is a rate subsidized by our generous donors. ** Le Nozze di Figaro(Mozart) CLICK HERE for more information about Le Nozze di Figaro from The Met Conductor Joana Mallwitz makes her Met debut leading an extraordinary cast in Mozart’s comic masterpiece. Bass-baritone Michael Sumuel stars as the clever valet Figaro, opposite soprano Olga Kulchynska as his betrothed, the wily maid Susanna. Baritone Joshua Hopkins is the skirt-chasing Count, with soprano Federica Lombardi as his anguished wife and mezzo-soprano Marianne Crebassa as the adolescent page Cherubino. A profoundly humane comedy, Le Nozze di Figaro is a remarkable marriage of Mozart’s music at the height of his genius and one of the best librettos ever set. In adapting a play that caused a scandal with its revolutionary take on 18th-century society, librettist Lorenzo Da Ponte focused less on the original topical references and more on the timeless issues embedded in the frothy drawing-room comedy.

A Chorus of Currents

Voices of the Salish Sea presents:A Chorus of CurrentsOrcas Center Black Box TheaterThursday, May 29th, 4:00 PMThursday, May 29th, 7:00 PMFree Admission Join us for a powerful, student-led performance that brings the Salish Sea to life through dance, poetry, music, and ......More

Voices of the Salish Sea presents:A Chorus of CurrentsOrcas Center Black Box TheaterThursday, May 29th, 4:00 PMThursday, May 29th, 7:00 PMFree Admission Join us for a powerful, student-led performance that brings the Salish Sea to life through dance, poetry, music, and visual projection. Directed by Orcas Island High School senior Solianna Halabisky, this multimedia showcase is her senior community project—an artistic call to protect the ecosystems and remarkable wildlife of our region. The performance features choreography by Tiffany Loney, dancers from the Orcas Dance Collective, original poetry by local students, and stunning underwater projections created by Jess Newly, Friends of the San Juans’ Community Science and Education Director. The show is free to attend, and Soli encourages donations to Friends of the San Juans in honor of her project. All proceeds will support Friends’ work to protect the Salish Sea and San Juan Islands—thank you, Soli, for your incredible generosity. Click here to make a donation to Friends in honor of her project. Performances will be held on Thursday, May 29 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Black Box Theater at the Orcas Center. Seating is limited—advance registration is highly encouraged though a small number of walk-up seats may be available. Come be inspired—and help protect this extraordinary place we call home.    

Orcas Center – Black Box, 917 Mount Baker Road, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

SJC Free Legal Clinic 2025

San Juan County Law DayFree Legal ClinicLaw Day is held in May every year to celebrate the role of law in our society and to cultivate a deeper understanding of the legal profession. Skagit Legal Aid and the San Juan County Bar Association are hosting their annual Law D......More

San Juan County Law DayFree Legal ClinicLaw Day is held in May every year to celebrate the role of law in our society and to cultivate a deeper understanding of the legal profession. Skagit Legal Aid and the San Juan County Bar Association are hosting their annual Law Day Legal Clinic where anyone from San Juan County can meet with an attorney about any civil legal issue for free, including but not limited to the following: ImmigrationHousing (Real Property, Landlord/Tenant, Mobile Homes)Family (Divorce, Parenting Plan, Child or Spousal Support)Advanced Planning (Powers of Attorneys, Wills, and Estates)Post Conviction Support (Legal Financial Obligations and Vacating Convictions)Debt (Bankruptcy, Consumer Debt Collection, Small Claims)General Civil (Non-Criminal) Legal IssuesPro bono consultations will be limited to 30 minutes. Clients can walk-in on the day of the clinic. Spanish and Mixteco Interpreters will be available. More information is available at www.skagitlegalaid.org  

OrcasFest 2025

OrcasFest Presents on Center Stage: The Litch Brothers DuoEli WestCaleb Klauder and Reeb WillmsSaturday, May 31 at 7pmLearn More at: https://www.orcasfest.comTickets available at: https://orcasfest.simpletix.com/ The Litch Brothers DuoThe Litch Brothers Duo are a progre......More

OrcasFest Presents on Center Stage: The Litch Brothers DuoEli WestCaleb Klauder and Reeb WillmsSaturday, May 31 at 7pmLearn More at: https://www.orcasfest.comTickets available at: https://orcasfest.simpletix.com/ The Litch Brothers DuoThe Litch Brothers Duo 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. While their influences include artists such as Watchhouse, The Punch Brothers, and The Avett Brothers, The Litch Brothers Duo 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 Duo just might win you over. Tickets available at: https://orcasfest.simpletix.com/ Eli WestEli West is an American Roots musician from the Pacific Northwest. A multi-instrumental creator of sonic spaces, Eli’s former training as a designer informs a sound that is lush and organic – neither manicured nor overgrown. Evergreen timbres weave among pitches, rhythms and lyrics to become comfortable rooms into which listeners are invited. Lauded by Tim O’Brien as a musician “making music the World needs,” Eli’s reputation as a crafter of considered, toneful environments has fostered collaborations with Bill Frisell, Andrew Marlin, John Reishchman, Julie Fowlis, and many other pillars of the growing Americana movement. Tickets available at: https://orcasfest.simpletix.com/ Caleb Klauder and Reeb WillmsDust off your boots and gather around for some true and original modern honky tonk music. An all-star cast of master musicians backs these two soul singers of country music, Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms. These two are known to roots music fans across the globe for their soulful harmonies, driving dance tunes, classic original songs, and commitment to the raw truth of rural American music. They live in the San Juan Islands of Washington, though until recently, home was Portland, OR. They are foundational to the exceptional old-time and country music scene in the Pacific NW with the Caleb Klauder Reeb Willms Country Band and their membership in the Foghorn Stringband, of which Caleb was a founding member. Charismatic performers, they bring their unique set of talents to the stage with an eye towards good times and an ear towards the deepest songs and tunes. Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms both originally hail from Washington State: Caleb from the coastal islands, and Reeb from the high desert plateau. The two have come together in music and are hailed as some of the most compelling musicians making country roots music in America today. When these two sing together, their honest incantations leave us spell-bound and smiling. Their repertoire is made up of original songs and tunes as well as gems from American roots repertoires, and the music they make is Americana in the truest sense of the word. Music is clearly in their blood. Caleb and Reeb’s originals and interpretations of songs have been covered and recorded by many performers and their musical presence reaches into a diverse and loyal fanbase, giving creedance to the impact that this duo has on their listeners. Pillars of the Northwest music scene, they carry the torch of their music around the world, and can be found touring as a duo, as well as with the Foghorn Stringband, and the Caleb Klauder Country Band. Their fans exude admiration for the timeless sound that these two produce, capturing the essence of American roots music. Tickets available at: https://orcasfest.simpletix.com/

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

Bloodworks Northwest: Blood Drive

Bloodworks Northwest:Blood DriveWednesday, June 4thMadrona RoomCLICK HERE to schedule your appointment and help save a life!Call Bloodworks NW at 800-398-7888 for more info It takes 1,000 blood donors each day to save lives across the Pacific Northwest. Hear the stories......More

Bloodworks Northwest:Blood DriveWednesday, June 4thMadrona RoomCLICK HERE to schedule your appointment and help save a life!Call Bloodworks NW at 800-398-7888 for more info It takes 1,000 blood donors each day to save lives across the Pacific Northwest. Hear the stories, feel the need, and discover the reasons why people choose to be 1 in 1,000. Join us in being a donor!  Make your appointment to save a life today. “I’m the father of a 3yr old who needs bi-weekly transfusions until she can have a stem-cell transplant. If it wasn’t for donors like yourself, she wouldn’t make it to transplant. Thank you so much, our appreciation goes beyond words.” Direct quote from the Thank The Donor Program. In many disasters and critical need scenarios – like mass shootings, natural disasters, or large-scale accidents, a significant amount of blood is required immediately. However, with widespread blood shortages, most blood centers do not have the blood on the shelves to handle this type of emergency. That’s why Bloodworks Northwest is collecting additional units of blood as part of our on-call status with the Blood Emergency Readiness Corps. The blood you donate means we’ll have an emergency shipment ready to rush to a disaster if called upon, without delays or uncertainty. Make an appointment to donate blood today. Together, we can make a difference in the aftermath of a disaster and support our first responders in aiding our community.     CLICK HERE to schedule your appointment and help save a life!

Orcas Center – Madrona Room, 917 Mount Baker Road, Eastsound, WA, 98245, United States

On Screen: Present Laughter (NT Live)

Orcas Center presents on the Center Stage Screen:NT Live: Present Laughter (PG)Wednesday, June 4th at 7pmRuntime: 2 hoursTiered Ticket Pricing: $63, $33, $18, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of yo......More

Orcas Center presents on the Center Stage Screen:NT Live: Present Laughter (PG)Wednesday, June 4th at 7pmRuntime: 2 hoursTiered Ticket Pricing: $63, $33, $18, $10Orcas Center charges a $2 per ticket fee **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of your family. The variant in pricing is not based on seat location or dates of performances, rather, what you’re able to afford to help us to maintain our facilities and create quality programming. Tier A is the true cost per patron of putting on show at the Orcas Center, Tier B is our standard rate, also subsidized by our generous donors,Tier C is a rate subsidized by our generous donors. ** Present Laughter (PG)The multi award-winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative comedy featuring Andew Scott (Vanya, Fleabag) returns to the big screen. As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching. Filmed live from The Old Vic in London during a sold out run in 2019, Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) directs this giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness.