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7 events this weekend

Friday, May 22

  • 9:00 PM
    Karaoke Nightevery Friday at 9:00 PM

    Weekly karaoke. The mic is yours until close.

Saturday, May 23

  • 11:00 AM
    Table of Content Middle Grade Book ClubBooks & Reading

    4th-7th graders can grab a free book and join us for an informatl book discussion thanks to FOIL. Questions? Email jdegroot@orcaslibrary.org

  • 12:00 PM
    Who says YOU can't be royalty Craft EventWorkshops & Classes

    Go ahead. Crown yourself at this free and fun kids craft event. No experience necessary. All supplies provided thanks to FOIL.

  • 7:00 PM
    ANTIDOTE DANCE PARTY: MAYMusic

    Orcas Center Presents in the Black Box Theater: ANTIDOTE DANCE PARTY Saturday, May 23, 7 p.m. $10 at the door http://orcascenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1080x1350.pngANTIDOTE Our Black Box will be transformed into a goth nightclub for you to gloom the night away. The event is planned by Felix Holding and features a vampire-themed burlesque performance by Carmilla DeVour. Dressed up to the eyes / It’s a wonderful surprise / To see your shoes and your spirits rise. Orcas Center is planning to host regular “Antidote” dance parties, with a different theme every time. $10 admission, cash bar for those 21 and over.

Sunday, May 24

  • 3:00 AM
    Worship Serviceevery Sunday at 3:00 AM

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

  • 10:00 AM
    Contemporary DanceSunday, Tuesday at 10:00 AM

    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/

  • 11:30 AM
    Hello Summer Party

    Kick off the season at Lower Tavern’s annual Hello Summer Party on Sunday, May 24, starting at 6:30pm. The evening will feature live music from Wild Child, followed by a DJ dance party with Chaz Topaz, plus hot dogs and cold beers served out in the parking lot. A longtime local tradition and a fun way to welcome summer on Orcas, this community celebration is open to all ready for a night of music, dancing, and good company.