The Orcas Solstice Parade, June 20 at 12 p.m., theme for 2015 is “Garden of the Absurd.” The always colorful, whimsical procession will glide, swirl and dance on Main Street around to North Beach Road and loop into the Village Green. Following the parade, the fun continues with music and dance performances by local favorites at the Stage on the Green. Anyone wishing to participate in the parade should gather no later than 11:30 a.m. on June 20 at Haven Road. Haven is located south of Main Street and north of Madrona Point. Signage will point the way and volunteers will be on hand to help participants find a place in the line-up. The parade is a foot parade, including bicycles, wagons, carts and people powered floats. Please no motorized vehicles, livestock or written words. A fun, family friendly event to welcome summer, Orcas style. Volunteers are encouraged to help create banners, costumes and direct traffic. For more info or to volunteer call Laura Gibbons at 376-5458.