Jon Steinman "Deconstructing Food" Orcas Island learns about food security

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JON STEINMAN "DECONSTRUCTING FOOD" (Sunday, October 24; 3 - 5 pm @ the Public Library) Jon produces the radio show "Deconstructing Food," based in Nelson, BC. He will talk about local food security, including several regional examples. His website is http://www.kootenaycoopradio.com/deconstructingdinner/. The free talk will be at the Orcas Island Public Library on October 24 from 3 to 5 pm. INFORMATION:  Phil Heikkinen @ 376-4985 or email pheikkinen@orcaslibrary.org Read more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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Asleep at the Wheel rocks Orcas Island

These guys rockabilly!

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'ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL' BBQ SUPPER (Saturday, October 23 at 6 pm and 9 pm on Orcas Center Stage) Early show of this great Texas Swing band includes an authentic Texas BBQ starting at 4:30 pm with the show starting at 6 pm - $50 per person.  9 pm show:  $30, $25 (Orcas Center members).  Forty years and going strong. Nine Grammy Awards. Four years since they played two sold-out houses at Orcas Center. The Kings of Western Swing always give a great show! INFORMATION:  Call 376-2281Read more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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Apple Pressing on Orcas Island for Farm to Cafeteria

A real Orcas Island event.

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APPLE PICKING AND PRESSING FOR FARM TO CAFETERIA (Saturday, October 23; 10 am - 2 pm @ Golden Eye Farm in Olga) The Farm to Cafeteria Committee together with Golden Eye Farm in Olga (home of one of the oldest apple orchards on Orcas), is asking for volunteers to help pick and press organic apples into cider that will be given to the school cafeteria.  The cider will be served at school breakfasts and lunches.  All able-bodied kids and adults willing to put in a couple of hours on the 23rd are asked to contact Madie Murray at 3064 by Wednesday, October 20.  Those participating may take home a jug of cider as a huge thanks from Farm to Cafeteria for their help in making this happen for the school. INFORMATION:  Contact Madie Murray @ 376-3064 Read more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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Orcas Island Healing Arts Center offers alternative health care at a great price!

Is it time to try biokinesiology?

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BI-ANNUAL HEALING ARTS CENTER FAIR OFFERS GREAT DEALS! (Saturday & Sunday, October 23 & 24; 10am - 6pm) The Healing Arts Center Cooperative would like to invite you to our bi-annual Fair.  This is a great opportunity to support your well-being at super low rates.  $25 for half hour and $45 for hour!  Our practitioners donate their time -- all money from the fair goes back to the Center.  Choose from acupuncture, astrological readings, biokinesiology, cranio-sacral, movement lessons, and a variety of massage and body work.  Can't make the weekend?  No problem -- you can purchase a coupon to be used at a future date. INFORMATION: Call the Center @ 376-4002 Read more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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Farmers Market on Orcas Island - it's #organic!

Buy from local farms - you won't regret it.

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FALL FARMERS' MARKET (Saturday, October 23 from 11 am - 2 pm @ Oddfellows Hall) The fall markets will take place in the Oddfellows Hall every Saturday in October, and November 13 and 20. Fall hours are 11 am-2 pm. Come celebrate the changing of the seasons with our talented island growers and artists, and save room for Local Goods coffee and Soulflour Bakery pizza and brownies too! Read more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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Doe Bay Cafe music with Origami Ghosts - just like Modest Mouse. Orcas Island says Whoa!

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LIVE MUSIC AT DOE BAY CAF�! (Friday, Oct. 22nd @ 7:30pm) Live music in the Doe Bay Cafe by Origami Ghosts!  They have a warm and friendly tunes comparable to Modest Mouse with a calming cello. The show is free, and there will be full dinner service.   As always, seating is limited in the Caf� so please call ahead to book your table - 360-376-8059.   INFORMATION: Call 376-8059 or see www.doebay.comRead more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce convenes next week

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CHAMBER REMINDS MEMBERS: ANNUAL MEETING THIS WEDNESDAY (All Chamber Members are invited) We invite all Chamber members to join us on Wednesday, October 27 for our Fall Annual Membership Meeting.  If you haven't yet, please RSVP today! Read more at orcasislandchamber.com

 

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