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Orcas Island
Orcas Island Farmers' MarketAll information about this event
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Come Enjoy the Harvest!

The Orcas Island Farmers Market is open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Saturday from the first weekend in May to the last weekend of September on the Village Green in the heart of Eastsound.

During October and through most of November, the Market meets on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Oddfellows Hall, located on Haven Street just south of Main Street on the way to Madrona Point.

All Items sold in the market are grown or crafted by Orcas Island farmers and artisans. The market includes produce, much of it organic, crafts, art, jewelry, clothing, pottery, food and drink vendors, and some of Orcas Island's service organizations (historical museum, master gardeners).

Orcas Island
Every Picture Tells a Story - 100 Years of the Geoghegen CollectionAll information about this event
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Orcas Island Historical Museum
Saturday, May 25, 2013 to Monday, July 15, 2013
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Orcas Island Historical Museum, 181 North Beach Rd.

Join us for the OIHM Annual Open House and Volunteer Appreciation event.  This new exhibit highlights the photograph collection of early Orcas photographer James T. Geoghegan.  The Museum will be open for this event Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

For more information call: 360-376-4849 or email: orcasmuseum@rockisland.com

San Juan Island
Roche Harbor Village & Mausoleum Walking ToursAll information about this event
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Town of Friday Harbor
Sunday, May 26, 2013
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Join architectural historian Boyd Pratt and Roche Harbor Resort Lodging Director Sam Jacobson for tours of Roche Harbor Village, cemetery and the McMillin family Mausoleum. The McMillins, their employees and neighbors built a community, lived, worked and in some cases, are still buried here. They left behind wonderful stories of life on San Juan Island. 

Time and location: Mausoleum Tour 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., meet at the Moped Rental.  Roche Harbor Village Tour 1:00 -  2:00 p.m., meet in front of the De Haro Hotel. For more information: Mausoleum tour 360-378-2810 or sstrehlou@fridayharbor.org. Village tour 800-451-8910 or sam@rocheharbor.com

San Juan Island
Traditional Memorial Day Parade & CeremonyAll information about this event
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Town of Friday Harbor
Monday, May 27, 2013
10:00 a.m.
First block of Spring Street to the Harbor

The event narrative should be changed to: Since the end of World War I, American Legion Legion Hacket Larson Post 163 has commemorated the service men and women who have served the nation in the various branches of the military. The Legion’s annual Memorial Day Parade and ceremony is both an authentic small town parade and a worthy tribute to the sacrifices made by Americans both past and present. Check the local newspaper to confirm starting time.

San Juan Island
LegalShield with Andrea RoseAll information about this event
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Lavendera Massage - Center for Evolving Well Being
Thursday, May 30, 2013
7:00 p.m.
Lavendera Massage Lavendera Massage - Center for Evolving Well Being, 285 Spring Street

Andrea Rose, artist and entrepreneur, speaks about her latest passion, LegalShield, as an empowerment in your life.  She shares her enthusiasm for the well being of her community by demonstrating the advantages of access to affordable theft protection and legal coverage.

Rose has a background in education and public service, including 14 years combined experience as Town of Friday Harbor deputy town clerk, Public Works office manager, and water treatment plant operator.  In addition she continues to pursue her entrepreneurial and creative spirit as a jewelry designer and artist.  Starts at 7:00 p.m.

San Juan Island
Celebrity Golf Classic and Salmon BarbecueAll information about this event
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San Juan Golf Club
Friday, May 31, 2013 to Saturday, June 1, 2013
Tee Off 10:00 a.m./Appetizers 5:00 p.m.
San Juan Golf & Country Club, 806 Golf Course Road

This is the 27th Annual Islanders Bank San Juan Island Celebrity Classic John O. Linde Memorial.

The golf fee includes 2 dinner tickets.  The Saturday evening events include a fun raising auction and begins at 5:00 p.m. for appetizers donated by our generous local restaurants and the salmon dinner at 6:00 p.m.  The traditional Salmon BBQ is cooked by the talented John Vevjoda and his team. 400 lbs. of Alaskan salmon is being donated by San Juan Seafood’s once again. Tickets are $25.00.

This year many of the Artists of the Island Artist Studio Tour are contributing to the silent and live auction. The live auction is one not to be missed!

The Celebrity Golf Classic and Salmon Barbecue has a star studded cast and is taking shape for a thrilling weekend!  Visiting stars Meeghan Black, KING TV, Jesse Jones, KING TV, Craig Terrell, former Seahawk, John Alyward, Sonny Sixkiller, former Husky, Dick Baird, Husky Coach Team, Percy Allen, Seattle Times sports writer, Joe Tafoya, former Seahawk, Kerry Carter, NFL/CFL player, Lisa Morretti, pro wrestler, Mike Gastineau, Radio, Jeff Aaron, Radio, Alonzo Mitz, NFL, Dave Grosby, Radio, Jim Moore, PI/Radio To Go Guy, Merillee Rush, singer, Billy Mac, Nesby Glasgow, former AFL player

For dinner tickets contact Becki Day, 360.298.0458 or beckiday@rockisland.com.
 

Orcas Island
French for Adults WeekendAll information about this event
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Canoe Island French Camp
Friday, May 31, 2013 to Sunday, June 2, 2013
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Canoe Island French Camp

Spend the weekend on Canoe Island with fellow Francophiles. All levels of fluency will feel welcomed and engaged.  Participants attend courses taught by native French speakers, and take part in French discussion groups. Everyone is welcome to take advantage of Canoe Island’s activities, including kayaking, swimming, sailing, and tennis.  The tuition includes meals from Friday evening through Sunday lunch, as well as transportation to and from ferry-served islands.  Ages 14 (with a parent) and up.

For more information contact: : 360-468-3589; PO Box 370 Orcas, WA 98280; info@canoeisland.org 
 

Friday Harbor
Ghosts Among UsAll information about this event
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Town of Friday Harbor
Friday, May 31, 2013
7:00 p.m.
Meet at the Waterfront at Spring and Front Streets

Join local genealogy researcher Robin Jacobson and Town of Friday Harbor historic preservation coordinator Sandy Strehlou for a walking tour of historic, and some believe, haunted sites. Time: 7:00 p.m.  For more Info: 360.378.2810 or sstrehlou@fridayharbor.org.

Orcas Island
Orcas Island Community BandAll information about this event
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Orcas Center
Saturday, June 1, 2013
7:30 p.m.
Orcas Center, 917 Mt. Baker Rd., Eastsound

Before the Internet and Ipods, and television and radio....there were Community Bands. They brought people together to enjoy music and to socialize. Keeping that tradition alive, the Orcas Island Community Band presents an exciting spring concert on stage at Orcas Center. Show time: 7:30 p.m.

Orcas Island
Chili Cook-Off & Bike MazeAll information about this event
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Saturday, June 1, 2013
Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Fire Station 21, Eastsound

Do you have a great Chili recipe, or are you a Chili lover?  The Orcas Fire and Rescue Volunteer Firefighters Association is pleased to announced their first ever CHILI COOK OFF! 

Contest entry is $25 and a prize will be awarded to the cook off winner.  The cook off is a benefit to support the programs of the Volunteer Firefighters Association.  The menu also includes hot dogs and soft drinks.  Plenty of family fun including a bicycle maze for kids.  A bike technician will be on hand for free safety checks - bring those bikes!  A fun-filled day for all, so get your tickets early.  Judging will begin at 1:30 p.m. so bring an appetite. Tickets available at Darvill's Bookstore, the Chamber of Commerce, and Fire Station 21.

REGISTRATION: Call Rachel Harvey at 360-298-1317 

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