Community Calendar

Lopez Island

Lopez Island

Friday March 27

Loss Group at Hospice

As the seasons change and the grey of winter gives way to the light of spring, this may be the perfect time to look at the losses which we all experience. Those losses can cast a certain heaviness or darkness on our lives. Come join us this month at Loss Support Group. We meet Friday, March 27 at 1:15 p.m. at the new hospice office in the yellow building on the west end of the Hamlet (178 Weeks Road). It is across from and west of the Post Office parking lot.

Ongoing

LOOKING FOR MENTORS!

The Lopez Island Mentor Program seeks caring, responsible adults for a few children on Lopez. Help make a difference in a young child’s life. We provide monthly support meetings and a mentor training for the mentors. Call Susie at Lopez Family Resource Center at 468-4117.

The Family Resource Center Job Bank

is organizing a Job Bank for local islanders who are in need of employment. We have individuals who can do housekeeping, landscaping, home repairs, dog sitting, odd jobs and the list goes on! If you have any available work, please contact us at 468-4117 and we can connect you with these people.

Thursday March 26

Evening meals at the School

Dinner in the Lopez School Multipurpose Room. Be a part of this festive community gathering that supports local, seasonal and sustainably grown food from our island farms. Kim Bast and Jean Perry have created an inspired meal, including a wheat free, dairy free and kid friendly option. Come celebrate the approach of the Pink Moon! Donations Only – Everyone is welcome! Time: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Questions or suggestions, contact info@lopezlocavores.org or Jean at Vortex 468-4740.

Friday March 27

Community Talent Show

Middle School Fundraiser; 7 p.m. at LCCA. Check with LCCA for details.

Saturday March 28

Calling All Quilters!

All quilters are invited to an Afternoon of Tea and Quilts. Our speaker for the afternoon will be Barb Groves, quilter and fabric artist. There will also be a show and share session from all attendees. 1:30 to 4:45 p.m. Transportation will be provided to and from the ferry. For more information or to RSVP, please contact lopezquilters@aol.com or call Annie Houston at 468-2913. To be held at the Lopez Island Community Church, Fellowship Hall.

Sunday March 29

Bob Schultz from Friends Committee for National Legislation

Come and learn about Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL). FCNL is the largest peace lobby in Washington, DC. Founded in 1943 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), FCNL staff and volunteers work with a nationwide network of tens of thousands of people from many different races, religions, and cultures to advocate social and economic justice, peace, and good government. FCNL is nonpartisan. Sunday March 29, 7 p.m. at LCCA.

Orcas Island

Thursday March 26

Public Meeting

office hours

Richard Fralick, County Council Member, District 4, Orcas West, will be holding open office hours at his office in the County Wing at the Orcas Senior Center, Thursday, March 26, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. and 4:00-6:00 p.m. Individuals are encouraged to stop by to informally chat about San Juan County issues.

Saturday March 28

Sing With Your Child:

Music Together of the San Juan Islands presents “Sing With Your Child: A Celebration of Family Music Making” at 10:30 a.m. at the Orcas Library. To learn about Music Together, visit www.musictogether.com or call 1-800-728-2692. For more informtion, contact Mary W. Giampietro at 376-3154 or missmarysisland@gmail.com.

Italy Trip

Fundraiser

The community is invited to an evening of historical fun at the Living Room to raise funds for the Orcas High School Italy trip. There will be appetizers, games and a play.

The Funhouse Science Fair The 8th Annual Funhouse Science Fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is free and open to the public.

Wednesday April 1

Last Day for Little League Registrations!

Forms available at the school offices for Little League registration must be dropped off at the Archipelago Survey office on Madrona today in order for a child to be assured of an opportunity to play.

Saturday April 4

Ladies Spring

Luncheon

Orcas women are invited to attend the luncheon at 11:30 a.m. sponsored by the Orcas Island Community Church and hosted by Camp Orkila in the lodge dining room. Reservations are required. The price is $20. Please call Susan Clark at 376.7046 for more information.