Thursday, July 3
Deer Harbor fireworks
The annual fireworks show will start at dusk at the Deer Harbor Marina. Viewing is only allowed from the pier and beach. Music on the dock.
Bingo at the Legion
The Sons of The American Legion are sponsoring bingo to benefit Kaleidoscope Preschool and Childcare Center from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Each game is 50 cents and winnings are half the pot. If you wear your Kaleidoscope T-shirt your first game is free. Concessions provided.
Friday, July 4
Celebration on the Green
The Orcas Island Historical Museum is again sponsoring the Fourth of July Celebration on the Green.
This event is about local heritage, games, hot dogs, the logging show and family fun. The schedule on the Village Green is as follows:
Live auction: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Silent auction: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Games: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Beer garden: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Food and vendors: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Logging show: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m
Entertainment: 3 to 4 p.m.
Fireworks display
The fireworks display in Eastsound will start at dusk. Enjoy the view from Waterfront Park, where the Community Band will perform at 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 5
Pancake Breakfast
Orcas Island Fire and Rescue’s annual pancake breakfast is from 7 to 11 a.m. at the Eastsound Fire Station. Volunteers will be serving up the secret recipe for pancakes, sausage, eggs, and beverages.
Adults are $7, children $5 and those under five years of age eat free. Proceeds benefit the Orcas Fire Volunteer Association.
5k Fun Run/Walk
The Funhouse’s Annual July 4th 5K Fun Run/Walk starts on the Village Green and ends at the Eastsound Fire Station.
Divisions include a 5K run, 5K walk, and a 1K kids’ run. Walkers will start at 8:45 a.m. The kids’ race will start at 9 a.m., and runners will start at 9:15 a.m.
Preregistration is encouraged at www.funhousecommons.org. The 5K fee is $40. The kids’ race fee is $10. The 5K fee includes a T-shirt, and additional shirts or kids’ shirts may be purchased for $15. New this year is a VIP supporter option – those registering at this $100 level will receive a special swag bag. All funds raised go to The Funhouse Commons.
Lions Club BBQ
The 39th annual Lions Club Salmon BBQ will be held at the Eastsound Fire Station from 1 to 7 p.m. The menu includes smoked salmon or chicken, with a baked potato, coleslaw, roll, and lemonade or iced tea.
Tickets are $18 for adults and $12 for kids the day of the event. Advance tickets are $16 and $10, and are available at the Orcas Historical Museum’s Celebration on the Green on July 4 and in front of Island Market on July 3.
Proceeds fund local community programs plus scholarships for graduating seniors.
Orcas Farmers’ Market
Check out the offerings from local merchants at the Orcas Farmers’ Market at the Eastsound Village Green, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Community Parade
“Neighbors Helping Neighbors” is the theme for the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Community Parade in Eastsound.
The Harvey family – Russ and Rita and children Rich, Rob, Ryan, Rachel, Ray and Renae along with Mom/Grandma Francis Harvey – will all serve as grand marshals of the parade.
Russ has been an islander for more than 50 years and met wife Rita when she visited the island in the mid-1970s. They married in 1979.
Francis has led the way as a tutor and educator of island children for more than 30 years.
The Chamber of Commerce – with the sponsorship of Island Market – is offering a $100 cash prize and two $50 Island Market gift certificates for the top three entries that most uniquely capture the theme of the parade.
All are invited to enjoy the parade on North Beach Road and Main Street starting at noon.
Eastsound mayor race
Four canines and a feline are contending for Honorary Mayor of Eastsound this year. The race is an annual fundraiser sponsored by and benefiting Children’s House.
Voting is open to both islanders and visitors, who “buy” candidates into office by placing as many votes as they want at area polling locations, the Farmer’s Market or online via oich.org. The race concludes 2 p.m. on July 5.
‘The Magic Show’
“The Magic Show” is coming to the Sea View Theatre on July 5. It will start at 7:30 p.m. with a BBQ beginning at 6 .m. The show will feature the magic and illusions of Matthew Laslo and aerial silk artists Maria Bullock, Madi Jane West and Virginia Sides.
Doors open at 6 p.m. for burgers, hotdogs and concessions (veggie options too). All proceeds from the barbecue will benefit the building improvement fund.
Tickets are $5 for youth (14 and under) and $10 for adults at Smith and Speed in Eastsound or www.brownpapertickets.com/event/720610.
