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Color & Imagination: Artwork by Chanda McKeaver
Make time this November and December to visit the Orcas Senior Center, open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and enjoy the vibrant artistry of local talent Chanda McKeaver. A resident of Orcas Island since 2001, Chanda showcases a striking collection of work in acrylics, ink, and watercolors. Her bold and imaginative Read More
Sunday, December 7, 2025
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Monday, December 8, 2025
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December 8, 2025 -Virtual Zoom Strength Training
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December 8, 2025 -Mobility Assistance Program
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December 8, 2025 -Senior Lunch
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December 8, 2025 -Partners In Care
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December 8, 2025 -Card Club
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December 8, 2025 -Caregiver Support Group
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December 8, 2025 -Ukulele Kanikapila
Virtual Zoom Strength Training
Pam’s Power Hour: Virtual Strength Training with Pam Evans M/W/F from 9-10am by Zoom Pam’s Power Hour is a non-impact strength, conditioning and flexibility class that includes lots of stretching. Begin with a warmup, then move into standing exercises that incorporate weights (light, heavy or no weights) and finish with floor work focusing on legs, Read More
Mobility Assistance Program
Mobility Assistance Program: Monday and Wednesday from 10am-11am & Friday from 10am-noon. If you are in need of borrowing some temporary mobility equipment, then the Lions Club is here to help! With the generous help of Kay Miller and Stephen Bentley, the Lions Club offers a loan program for various types of mobility equipment. A Read More
Senior Lunch
Senior Lunch: Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:30 In-person lunches are served from 11:30am to 12:30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Lundeen Room at Orcas Senior Center. Diners enjoy delicious meals, engaging conversation, live piano music by Ron Myers and art exhibits by the Orcas Senior Center Visual Arts Committee. No Reservation is Needed! There is a suggested donation of $6.00 per Read More
Partners In Care
The Orcas Lions Club is proud to introduce Partners In Care, a family caregiver assistance program launching this month at Orcas Senior Center. Partners In Care will provide family caregivers with a much-needed break, knowing their loved ones are in good hands. Each Monday afternoon from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m., trained volunteers and a professional Read More
Card Club
Card Club at OSC –Mondays and Thursdays at 12:30pm Want to play cards? The Card Club at Orcas Senior Center is open for new players to join the fun. The group is currently meeting on Thursday afternoons to play pinochle, but they are open to other games if there is something you are excited about. Read More
Caregiver Support Group
The Family Caregiver Support Group (FCSG) is meeting every Monday, 1pm to 2pm. This support is FREE for anyone who is an unpaid caregiver for someone 60+ or a disabled adult. For more information, contact Heidi Bruce, Aging & Family Case Coordinator at heidib@sanjuanco.com or (360) 370-0591.
Ukulele Kanikapila
Ukulele Kanikapila, Mondays, 1:00-3:00pm @ Orcas Senior Center Join the ukulele Kanikipila, Hawaiian for “play music,” on Mondays, from 1:00-3:00pm at OSC. The first half hour is a lesson or two followed by an opportunity for everyone to play. Adults of all ages with all levels of ukulele expertise welcome to join in or sit and Read More
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
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December 9, 2025 -Zumba with Alyson at Odd Fellows
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December 9, 2025 -Chair Yoga
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December 9, 2025 -Discover Gentle Movement: Feldenkrais Class with Andrea Preiss
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December 9, 2025 -Ukulele Lessons
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December 9, 2025 -Bridge Club
Zumba with Alyson at Odd Fellows
(Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9am) – Low-impact dance fitness with songs that vary in speed. Class available virtually or offered in-person at The Odd Fellows Hall. Contact Alyson at 360-298-2990 or alysonclarkstephens@gmail.com.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Join us for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 10:45 am. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participants to explore balance poses without Read More
Discover Gentle Movement: Feldenkrais Class with Andrea Preiss
Join Andrea Preiss, a seasoned Feldenkrais practitioner and therapeutic eurythmist, for a relaxing movement class at Orcas Senior Center, starting back Tuesdays at 11 am. Emphasizing a seated position, these subtle exercises rooted in the Feldenkrais Method and eurythmy aim to improve your mobility, stability, balance, and vision. Please wear comfortable attire and non-slip shoes. Read More
Ukulele Lessons
If you're a beginner looking to dive into the world of ukulele playing, join Kathy Collister's twice-weekly beginners' ukulele class on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 1 pm. Kathy, an experienced instructor, will guide you through the basics of introductory chords and strumming techniques. The class is free of charge, but make sure to Read More
Bridge Club
Discover the joy of playing bridge! Join us at Orcas Senior Center every Tuesday at 1:30 pm for an engaging session with the Bridge Club. Forge new friendships and enjoy the strategic thrill of bridge. For more details, reach out to Edy Hansen at edy@orcasseniors.org or 206-413-6167. See you there!
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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December 10, 2025 -Virtual Zoom Strength Training
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December 10, 2025 -Ease Please Qigong
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December 10, 2025 -Mobility Assistance Program
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December 10, 2025 -Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
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December 10, 2025 -Senior Lunch
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December 10, 2025 -“Spite and Malice” Card Group at Orcas Senior Center!
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December 10, 2025 -Half Dome: A Journey to the Top
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December 10, 2025 -Join the Karma Card Group at Orcas Senior Center!
Virtual Zoom Strength Training
Pam’s Power Hour: Virtual Strength Training with Pam Evans M/W/F from 9-10am by Zoom Pam’s Power Hour is a non-impact strength, conditioning and flexibility class that includes lots of stretching. Begin with a warmup, then move into standing exercises that incorporate weights (light, heavy or no weights) and finish with floor work focusing on legs, Read More
Ease Please Qigong
Qigong with Joan Roulac by Zoom - Wednesdays at 9am Quiet the mind and strengthen the body with Joan Roulac’s Ease Please four-week Qigong series. These 15-minute sessions will gently loosen muscles, strengthen immunity, build balance, and increase energy. The virtual series begins Wednesday, February 1 at 9am. Fee is $40 for the session. Joan started teaching T’ai Chi Chih after becoming a Certified Teacher in 1987, and now leads Zoom classes around the world. Read More
Mobility Assistance Program
Mobility Assistance Program: Monday and Wednesday from 10am-11am & Friday from 10am-noon. If you are in need of borrowing some temporary mobility equipment, then the Lions Club is here to help! With the generous help of Kay Miller and Stephen Bentley, the Lions Club offers a loan program for various types of mobility equipment. A Read More
Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group
Join us for our Drop-In Peer Grief Support Group Wednesdays, at 10:00 AM at the Orcas Senior Center. Each session will last one hour. This group is designed to help individuals understand the processes of grief and mourning, normalize feelings, and facilitate healing. We offer a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions without Read More
Senior Lunch
Senior Lunch: Mondays and Wednesdays at 11:30 In-person lunches are served from 11:30am to 12:30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Lundeen Room at Orcas Senior Center. Diners enjoy delicious meals, engaging conversation, live piano music by Ron Myers and art exhibits by the Orcas Senior Center Visual Arts Committee. No Reservation is Needed! There is a suggested donation of $6.00 per Read More
“Spite and Malice” Card Group at Orcas Senior Center!
Come on over and spice up your Wednesdays with the "Spite and Malice" card group at the Orcas Senior Center! Join us after lunch on Wednesday for some lively games and great company. We'd be thrilled to welcome you into the fold. For more information, feel free to contact Maggie Kaplan at mkaplan@centurytel.com or 360-376-5372. Read More
Half Dome: A Journey to the Top
Rising 4,800 feet above Yosemite Valley, Half Dome is a breathtaking reminder that beauty often lies in what’s unfinished. This October, after two years and two attempts, Lynnette Wood finally reached the summit.Join Lynnette at 12:45 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10, in the Lundeen Room for a presentation about the climb—what it took to succeed, Read More
Join the Karma Card Group at Orcas Senior Center!
Orcas Senior Center members Mark Ferrari and his mom, Jackie Ferrari, will be hosting the Karma card group every other Wednesday at the Orcas Senior Center. “Karma” is a fast-paced, fun, and easy-to-learn game that’s full of surprises—no two games end the same way! Mark promises it only takes a few minutes to learn, even Read More
Thursday, December 11, 2025
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December 11, 2025 -Zumba with Alyson at Odd Fellows
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December 11, 2025 -Chair Yoga
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December 11, 2025 -Card Club
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December 11, 2025 -Quilting at Orcas Senior Center: 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month, from 1:00-4:00pm
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December 11, 2025 -Spirit of Drumming Group
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December 11, 2025 -Afternoon Tea at Orcas Senior Center
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December 11, 2025 -Paint Mini Canvases
Zumba with Alyson at Odd Fellows
(Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9am) – Low-impact dance fitness with songs that vary in speed. Class available virtually or offered in-person at The Odd Fellows Hall. Contact Alyson at 360-298-2990 or alysonclarkstephens@gmail.com.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Join us for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 10:45 am. This gentle technique incorporates the use of a chair for support, enabling participants to explore balance poses without Read More
Card Club
Card Club at OSC –Mondays and Thursdays at 12:30pm Want to play cards? The Card Club at Orcas Senior Center is open for new players to join the fun. The group is currently meeting on Thursday afternoons to play pinochle, but they are open to other games if there is something you are excited about. Read More
Quilting at Orcas Senior Center: 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month, from 1:00-4:00pm
Are you interested in QUILTING? If so join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 1:00-4:00pm in the multi-purpose room. Bring your own quilting project and see what others are working on. Questions: contact Edy Hansen edy@orcasseniors.org or (206)413-6167
Spirit of Drumming Group
Discover the joy of drumming with the Spirit of Drumming Group at the Orcas Senior Center every Tuesday at 11 AM! This beginner-friendly group focuses on exploring the elements of drumming. There’s no cost to participate—just bring a drum and join the fun! Everyone is welcome! For more information, text Ezekiel Barr at 360-376-3033 . Read More
Afternoon Tea at Orcas Senior Center
Participate in a very traditional afternoon tea, Thursday at 2 p.m. Lovely table settings that include candles, with beautiful teacups and saucers. Visit with friends and enjoy tea, sandwiches, cookies, and delicious scones. Piano music by Ron Meyer. Interested in helping out? For all inquiries, contact Maggie Kaplan at mkaplan@centurytel.net or 360-376-5372
Paint Mini Canvases
Paint a tiny landscape or a design of your choice on a tiny canvas. These small canvases can be wonderful tiny artworks, great for small spaces. They can even be used as ornaments. Canvas sizes are 2"x2", 2.5"x3.5", and 2"x4" Brook will do a demonstration with Acrylic paint to show what's possible and she'll also Read More
Friday, December 12, 2025
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December 12, 2025 -Virtual Zoom Strength Training
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December 12, 2025 -Mobility Assistance Program
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December 12, 2025 -Beginners Art Class
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December 12, 2025 -Free Tech Help for Seniors at Orcas Senior Center
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December 12, 2025 -Weekly Needlework Circle
Virtual Zoom Strength Training
Pam’s Power Hour: Virtual Strength Training with Pam Evans M/W/F from 9-10am by Zoom Pam’s Power Hour is a non-impact strength, conditioning and flexibility class that includes lots of stretching. Begin with a warmup, then move into standing exercises that incorporate weights (light, heavy or no weights) and finish with floor work focusing on legs, Read More
Mobility Assistance Program
Mobility Assistance Program: Monday and Wednesday from 10am-11am & Friday from 10am-noon. If you are in need of borrowing some temporary mobility equipment, then the Lions Club is here to help! With the generous help of Kay Miller and Stephen Bentley, the Lions Club offers a loan program for various types of mobility equipment. A Read More
Beginners Art Class
Art with Carla @ Orcas Senior Center – Fridays, 1-3pm Are you interested in exploring your artistic side? Art with Carla, Fridays from 1-3pm, is lighthearted fun, structured around process, with an emphasis on you CAN do it! Adults of all ages and skill levels are invited to come be creative people together (no experience Read More
Free Tech Help for Seniors at Orcas Senior Center
Seniors can receive free technology assistance every Friday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. Tech expert Kim Rose will be available to answer questions and provide hands-on help with laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other devices. To ensure one-on-one support, participants are encouraged to sign up in advance at the Orcas Read More
Weekly Needlework Circle
Our weekly gathering for knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and all needleworkers is now every Friday at the Senior Center, from 2 to 4 PM. Come hang out—no project required! Whether you haven’t knitted in years, want to learn to crochet, or just want to relax and chat, we have a wonderful selection of donated yarn, needles, Read More
Saturday, December 13, 2025
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December 13, 2025 -Virtual Zumba Gold
Virtual Zumba Gold
Free Virtual Zumba Gold from Bellingham Senior Activity Center (BSAC) Zumba is a dance exercise class featuring Latin and World rhythms. Zumba Gold is a low intensity version designed to meet the needs of seniors, allowing the opportunity to improve and maintain cardiorespiratory fitness. Easy-to-follow choreography focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Through BSAC, join Read More