Orcas Islanders and friends from near and far are invited to the 14th Annual Summer Solstice Parade on Saturday, June 23 at noon in Eastsound.

The theme this year is “Go Garden Go!” – a celebration of food, farmers, plants, pollinators and everything in, around and about the garden.

The always colorful, whimsical procession will once again glide, swirl and dance on Main Street and up North Beach Road.

Immediately following the parade, Orcas performance artists will entertain with music and dance at the Stage on the Green.

Those wishing to participate in the parade should gather near the Oddfellows Hall by 11:30 a.m.

The Oddfellows Hall is located at 112 Haven Road just north of Madrona Point.

The parade is a foot parade, including bicycles, wagons, carts and people powered floats. Organizers advise: no motorized vehicles, horses or commercial elements such as advertisements and signage. This lively event is celebration of summer, art and community.

Volunteers are always welcome to help create banners, costumes and direct traffic.

For more information or to volunteer, call Laura Gibbons at 376-4066.