Lopez Island
Thurs Oct. 22
Lopez Island Historical Society: The Society presents Artifacts and Ephemera: a hands-on look at some of our most interesting items. At the Lopez Island Historical Museum, 7 p.m.
Thurs Oct. 29
Evening Meals at the School: The Lopez School Multipurpose Room. This month, Evening Meals at the School goes back to the school. Be a part of this festive community gathering that features local, seasonal and sustainably grown food from our island farms. Jean and Kim have planned a delicious dinner using the abundant local foods available to us. Donations only. Everyone is welcome!
Fri Oct. 30
Community Costume Party & Benefit Dance: 7 p.m. at LCCA. See LCCA for further details.
Sat Oct. 31
Free Movie at the Library: 2 p.m. at the Library. For further details contact the Lopez Library at 360/468-2265 or visit their website at www.lopezlibrary.org.
Sun Nov. 1
Basic Care and Rescue of Oiled Birds training : Islands’ Oil Spill Association will offer free training, which is one of two classes required by the Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife in order to be certified to help in the event of an oil spill. The class will be held on Lopez Island from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the class, we’ll discuss search & rescue techniques, capture, handling, transport and essential primary care needs, as well as give an overview of the logistics of responding to an oil spill in the San Juan Islands, including the many ways islanders can help during a spill. Pre-registration is necessary, as class size is limited. Please call the IOSA office at 378-5322 or email us at iosaoffice@rockisland.com to register or for any questions, including class location.
Ongoing
Loss Support Group: There have been an amazing number of deaths on Lopez in this past month or two and many of us have experienced the loss of someone close to us. In healing from grief, it is helpful to “tell the story” again and again. The loss support group is the perfect opportunity to explore ways of healing from our deep emptiness. Everyone (whether the loss is fresh or quite old) is welcome to join the Loss Support Group meeting at Lopez Island Hospice and Home Support office (178 Weeks Road) the last Friday of the month, Oct. 30, at 1:15 p.m.
Invest in your food. Invest in your farmer: The Lopez Community Farm has begun registration for their upcoming 26-week CSA season (June-November). Community Supported Agriculture shares range from $400-$600 depending on size. Each week’s harvest reflects the changing seasons of the freshest vegetables, herbs, and flowers. This year fresh, pastured eggs are an additional option to the vegetable package. To inquire about becoming a member email lopezcsa@yahoo.com or call Blake or Julie at 468-3067. Registration forms will also be available at Blossom Natural Foods.
Peace Vigil: Every Fri from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. (across from the Love Dog) Imagine Peace…come stand in awareness at the “Peace Vigil”.
Tai Chi on Lopez: Tai Chi will resume it normal schedule of class every Wednesday. Advanced at 9 a.m. and beginning at 10 a.m. to be held at the Woodmen Hall. For more information, call Terry Marshall at 468-4340.
Lopez AA Meetings: At the Children’s Center: Monday, 7:30 p.m. Monday Big Book 7:30 p.m., Friday 12X12. Then Wednesday Women’s Meeting 4:00 p.m. Call Peggy 468-4648 for directions. Saturday 12:00 p.m. is the regular AA meeting. Al-Anon is Fridays at 9:00 a.m. is in the Parish Hall of Grace Episcopal Church.
Orcas Island
Thurs Oct. 29
San Juan Initiative Policy Group: The group will be meeting on Oct. 29 from 1-4 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. Agenda and materials will be available next week. Amy Windrope, San Juan Initiative, 512 A Guard St.Friday Harbor WA 98250.
