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August 29-September 4, 2024 | |
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Updated for September with current hours and special events.
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Updated for August 29 thru September 4 with events around the island. | | |
ORCAS ISLAND JAZZ FESTIVAL | |
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AUGUST DINNER KITCHEN
AT EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL PARISH HALL
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Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall
Thursday, August 29 at 5pm
Join your neighbors at the Parish for supper favorites from southern France. This month offers Ratatouille with chicken braised in white wine, includes vegan options, salads, and desert!
This event occurs the last Thursday of every month, serving food from 5-6pm and seating until 6:30pm. There is never a charge for this community service.
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NOT JUST ANOTHER FRIDAY, BUT A FRIDAY NIGHT WRITES! | |
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Orcas Island Library
Friday, August 39 at 6pm
Working on a novel, short story, poem, or song? Need a little encouragement and guidance? Please join me and other island writers in a creative and supportive space. A few writing coaches who would love to answer questions and offer motivation will be attending.
Hope to see you at the OI Library on Friday, August 30. Write on!
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NOW PLAYING AT THE SEA VIEW THEATRE | | |
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FLY ME TO THE MOON
Friday, August 30 and Saturday, August 31 at 7:30pm
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie that’s a movie!
Marketing maven Kelly Jones wreaks havoc on launch director Cole Davis's already difficult task. When the White House deems the mission too important to fail, the countdown truly begins.
Concessions & lounge open one hour before showtime. Come early and enjoy the best popcorn around with sweet treats of every kind! Sea View Theatre lounge features craft beers, specialty wines and hard ciders.
As always, advanced tickets available online!
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ENJOY KUNDALINI YOGA AT PEBBLE COVE FARM | |
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Pebble Cove Farm
Saturday, August 31 at 9am
If you haven’t experienced Kundalini Yoga, you are in for a treat! Head on out to Deer Harbor for this special eight-part series to learn the practice.
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THE ORCAS ISLAND SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET | |
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The Village Green
Every Saturday through September!
Market 10-2pm, live music 11-1pm
Come explore this vibrant island tradition, featuring a variety of vendors so you can stock up on farm-grown produce and plant starts, enjoy delicious food, find inspiration in local art, groove to live music, and educate yourself about supportive island programs and services! The Market accepts EBT, Snap Market Match, WIC, and FNMP.
For more details and to apply visit: www.orcasislandfarmersmarket.org
Questions? Reach out to Kristen at: orcasislandfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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FREE LIVE MUSIC WITH A DOUBLE BILL THIS WEEK!
LILO SANCHEZ & THE DUSTBUNNIES
WITH FOOD BY THE KITCHEN
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Orcas Island Winery
2371 Crow Valley Road
Saturday, August 31, doors/food at 4pm
Join your island neighbors Saturday evening for great music and food while soaking in the summer energy on the winery grounds. Local talents Lilo Sanchez and The Dustbunnies will be performing music and local talents from The Kitchen will be making their wonderful dishes for all of us to enjoy!
Lilo Sanchez is a Panamanian singer, multi-instrumentalist and producer whose professional career spans more than 25 years. He is widely known for his work with the alternative rock band, Senor Loop, with whom he has released 6 albums and played some of the most important festivals in Latin America, as well as US festivals such as SXSW.
Lilo's work blends rock, jazz, reggae, blues and R&B with a mysterious Latin flavor.
The Dustbunnies are Al Bentley's brass ensemble offering lots of flavor and beautiful melodies. The best New Orleans vibes made on Orcas Island.
While these great talents are playing you can enjoy fresh, locally, sourced, organic pan-Asian inspired eats from beloved, longtime island chefs Jasmine and Charles, of The Kitchen - only at Orcas Island Winery - while you sip delightful, picnic perfect, expertly crafted wines in the wine garden.
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ARE YOU READY TO RAWK?!?
2024 BATTLE OF THE BANDS
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Sea View Theatre
Sunday, September 1 at 6pm
Get ready to rock at the Sea View Theatre!
get ready for an electrifying evening where local talent takes the stage in an epic Battle of the Bands. Experience a diverse lineup of bands showcasing the best of their musical power! With esteemed judges on hand to vote on various awards, the stakes are high and the competition fierce!
Don’t miss out on the chance to support your favorite local acts and see who will come out on top. Grab your tickets now and prepare for a night of unforgettable music!
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OIHS VS ALUMNI SOCCER GAME | |
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Orcas Island High School
Monday, September 2 at 6pm
Kick off the season with a fun and competitive match this weekend! The OIHS current soccer team will take on Alumni on Monday, September 2. Gametime is 7pm at the High School, but arrive early for hot dogs and baked goods. All proceeds support the OI Booster Club.
Go Vikings!
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OISD courtyard and cafeteria
Tuesday, September 3 from 1pm to 4pm
The Funhouse Commons is hosting a back to school bash complete with games, resource fair, and BERRY COBBLER! If you visited the wildly popular end-of-school-celebration on The Green in June, come back this September for the full celebratory experience!
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TWO NIGHTS - TWO LOCATIONS
ONE AMAZING LIT WALK
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This year's Literary Festival will take place in Anacortes and beautiful Orcas Island. This two day event will feature world class programming and intimate gatherings to get your fill of inspiration.
The Orcas Island Lit Fest is a celebration of literature and community. You won't want to miss this exciting event.
Lit Walks schedule | Orcas Island Lit Fest (oilf.org)
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ON THE ORCAS CENTER SCREEN:
S/HE IS STILL HER/E
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Orcas Center
Saturday, September 14 at 7pm
S/he is Still Her/e is a comprehensive, enthralling and aptly provocative portrait of the singer-songwriter, musician, poet, performance artist, visual artist and occultist known as Genesis P-Orridge. Join us for this one-night event including a post-film discussion with the director, David Charles Rodriguez!
orcascenter.org/event/she-is-still-here/
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NEW MUSIC COMING TO THE STAGE
WEST MY FRIEND
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Orcas Center
Sunday, September 15 at 7pm
In the modern musical landscape, it’s rare to hear something as put-together as Cascadian folk duo West My Friend - something so layered, deeply symphonic, baroque, and mysterious in its own winking way while still courting an edge of disaster. Simple is safe, but complex is fiery, intricate, and ultimately more rewarding. Mingling grassroots guitar, accordion, mandolin, orchestral instruments, and interweaving harmonies, West My Friend is bringing forth a new sound you’ve never known you’ve wanted and new meaning to the things you’ve never known you needed.
orcascenter.org/event/west-my-friend/
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WOMAN IN THE WOODS PRODUCTIONS PRESENT
LADIES OF HIP HOP
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Orcas Center
Saturday, September 21, doors at 5pm
This fall welcomes programming from Orcas Island's own Woman in the Woods Productions. Featuring a live performance of "Black Dancing Bodies Project: Speak My Mind" with support by The Ladies of Hip Hop Festival from New York. Be sure to lift up these world class artists as they bring life to the Orcas Center Stage!
More information and tickets available online.
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2024 SAN JUAN COUNTY WSU MASTER GARDENERS
GARDENING WORKSHOP SERIES
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October 15-24, 2024
This year, the popular and informative San Juan County WSU Master Gardeners Annual Gardening Workshop Series will again take place via Zoom. Eight live one-hour webinars will be held on Tuesday and Thursdays afternoons from October 15-24. All those registered will be able to view (or review) recordings of all the presentations at their leisure for a full month.
Registration for the entire series of presentations is $35 and will close Wednesday, October 9. You can read more about all eight delightful, educational and inspiring presentations at gardenworkshop.org.
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TEKLA FARMS OPEN ALL LABOR DAY WEEKEND | | |
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Tekla Farms is open for U-Pick blueberries, cut flowers and herbs on Labor Day Weekend. We are kicking off the long weekend with a sunset you pick on Thursday, August 29 from 4-7pm. Then we will be open Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 1pm.
Come taste the sweet end of season
blueberries, snip some cheerful sunflowers and stock up on medicinal herbs for the cooler seasons. Follow us on Instagram @teklafarms or join our email list for field updates and what in season. See you soon!
Keep up to date by joining our email list or follow us on Instagram.
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LEWIS CHIROPRACTIC NOW OFFERING INSOLES & CONSULTATION | |
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Lewis Chiropractic
123 North Beach Rd.
Superfeet on Orcas! Lewis Chiropractic is now the only medical affiliate in the San Juans for Superfeet insoles. Now you can see and feel examples before ordering. With over 20 styles to choose from, it can be confusing which insole is best for you. There are specific designs for runners, hikers, those that work standing, dress shoes, and overall general support. Another advantage is getting 10% off when ordering with our promo code. Call 405.819.7750 or email mlewis30@me.com for more details. For a full description of the practice visit mlewischiro.com.
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BOOKING SPECIAL FROM INTO THE SUN TRAVEL | |
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The logistics of planning travel from our tiny corner of the world can be particularly challenging, especially at the time of year when you may need to take a break! Getting help from a local with insider knowledge can make your next vacation stress free like it should be!
Into the Sun Travel is offering a late-summer promo to help you get your winter vacation planned now. Book before October 1 and the planning fee will be waived!
Inquire here or reach out to Shandra by email shandra@intothesuntravel.com or phone 360.298.8286
See intothesuntravel.com / Follow on Facebook / Join the email list
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END OF SEASON & LABOR DAY WEEKEND SALE AT SIREN BOUTIQUE | |
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Siren Boutique
269 Main Street
Siren Boutique is now offering 30% off all end of season clothing! This sale runs thru September 2, so don't waste a minute thinking about it. Get down to Main Street now!
Siren Boutique is open 7 days a week! Mon-Thurs 11-4, Friday & Saturday 11-5, Sunday 10-4. See you there!
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ORCAS ISLAND WINERY'S MUST GALLERY FEATURES PAINTING AND CERAMICS
"BOTANICAL ORIGINS"
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Orcas Island Winery
2371 Crow Valley Rd.
On display through September
Pop-up modern & contemporary art gallery, MUST, featuring local and visiting artists, presents their most noteworthy exhibit to date in collaboration with HALO: “Botanical Origins". This show features two widely celebrated local artists, painter Susan Singleton and Ceramicist, Annie Sparks Burke.
Co-Curated by HALO's Ayn Gailey and Must Gallery curator, Tera Andaya.
A percentage of proceeds will be donated to Friends of the San Juans in gratitude for their
45 years of protecting our forests, farmlands, and seas.
Learn more here or by visiting wearehalo.org
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FALL AFTERSCHOOL ART CLASSES WITH GAIL | |
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Classes take place in Laughing Cat Designs Studio on A St. in the post office building.
Meets weekly in three sessions. This first session begins September, second is November, third is December.
Call 360-317-6336 for more information or to register.
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2024 SALISH SEEDS PROJECT FALL NATIVE WILDFLOWER SALE | |
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Do you dream of creating wildflower habitat in your backyard? Are you looking for sustainable landscaping to support pollinators and other wildlife? If so, you’ll want to check out the Salish Seeds Project’s annual Fall Native Wildflower Sale. Buyers can reserve plants online September 15th – 20th and pick them up on Saturday, October 5th at locations on San Juan, Orcas, and Lopez islands. Plants are produced locally by the Salish Seeds Project - a joint program of the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank and the San Juan Preservation Trust.
An advance guide to the sale is available now on the Salish Seeds Project webpage (accessed through the Land Bank’s website at www.sjclandbank.org). When the sale opens online at 9am on Sunday, September 15, look for the WILDFLOWER SALE tab in the website’s menu bar.
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NEW PROGRAM OFFERED BY THE ORCAS ISLAND LION'S CLUB | |
Hearing Aid Refurbishment services are now provided by Dr. Stacie Nordrum, sponsored by the Orcas Island Lions Club. Any brand but Miracle Ear may be donated at the Orcas Senior Center front desk. This program will help the Lions Club provide hearing aids more economically to locals in need. | |
ORCAS MONEY SMART PROGRAM OFFERS LITERACY & MENTORSHIP | |
Are you interested in learning more about a wide range of money topics? The Orcas Money Smart financial literacy program covers budgeting, goal-setting, home-buying, credit, debt, and more are covered in this 7 month class. This is a group setting with opportunities to meet individually with a mentor too. Class starts in late September. Email info@orcascrc.org. | |
HEALTHCARE CAREER TRAINING OFFERED BY EDC AND CORNERSTONE | |
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Those seeking to enter health care careers, obtain side income while helping their neighbors, or boost personal care business are invited to get free Home Care Aide (HCA) training through a program offered by the Economic Development Council (EDC) in partnership with Cornerstone Healthcare Training. Students will receive free training, financial support for costs of testing, and counseling to fit HCA certification into a plan for financial success.
To learn more, contact the EDC at marti@sanjuansedc.org or visit the EDC website: https://sanjuansedc.org/hca . Applicants must be San Juan County residents who are 18 years or older.
Aquellos que buscan ingresar a carreras de atención médica, obtener ingresos adicionales mientras ayudan a sus vecinos o impulsar el negocio de cuidado personal están invitados a recibir capacitación gratuita de Asistente de Cuidado en el Hogar (HCA) a través de un programa ofrecido por el Consejo de Desarrollo Económico (EDC) en asociación con Cornerstone Healthcare Training. Los estudiantes recibirán capacitación gratuita, apoyo financiero para los costos de las pruebas y asesoramiento para incluir la certificación HCA en un plan para el éxito financiero.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la EDC en marti@sanjuansedc.org o visite el sitio web de la EDC: https://sanjuansedc.org/hca . Los solicitantes deben ser residentes del condado de San Juan que tengan 18 años o más.
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EDC OFFERS ONGOING ENROLLMENT FOR MERCHANT MARINER SUPPORT PROGRAM | |
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The Economic Development Council (EDC) of San Juan County continues to offer the Merchant Mariner Credential Support Program as part of their Trades Training Initiative. This program is open to residents of San Juan County who are 18 years old or older who meet the Coast Guard requirements for the MMC (https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/merchant_mariner_credential/ ) and TWIC (https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic).
Enrollment for the MMC Support Program is ongoing. For questions or to register, please contact the EDC’s Trades Training Coordinator, Marti McConnell, at (360) 378-2906, or marti@sanjuansedc.org.
El Consejo de Desarrollo Económico (EDC, por sus siglas en inglés) del Condado de San Juan continúa ofreciendo el Programa de Apoyo para Credenciales de Marino Mercante como parte de su Iniciativa de Capacitación en Oficios. Este programa está abierto a los residentes del condado de San Juan que tengan 18 años o más y que cumplan con los requisitos de la Guardia Costera para MMC (https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/merchant_mariner_credential/ ) y TWIC (https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic).
La inscripción para el Programa de Apoyo de MMC está en curso. Si tiene preguntas o desea registrarse, comuníquese con la Coordinadora de Capacitación de Oficios de la EDC, Marti McConnell, al (360) 378-2906, o marti@sanjuansedc.org.
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EDC PRESENTS YOUTH ARDUINO CODING COURSE | |
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Youth ages 9-13 are invited by the EDC to participate in Arduino Coding, an after-school introductory course designed to teach the basics of circuits, robotics, and programming with a simple Arduino kit used by professionals for prototyping. Students will work with hardware and software to build their technical skills. The workshop will be led by Liam G-Watson, EDC Tech Trainer with a degree in computer science.
The 7-week course starts on Tue, October 1. The two weekly meetings will take place from 4:00 – 5:15 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday starting on Tuesday, October 1 and ending on Thursday, November 14.
Please visit https://sanjuansedc.org/tech to reserve your space. For questions, please call (360) 378-2906 or email: lara@sanjuansedc.org.
Los jóvenes de 9 a 13 años están invitados por la EDC a participar en Arduino Coding, un curso introductorio después de la escuela diseñado para enseñar los conceptos básicos de circuitos, robótica y programación con un simple kit de Arduino utilizado por profesionales para la creación de prototipos. Los estudiantes trabajarán con hardware y software para desarrollar sus habilidades técnicas.
El curso de 7 semanas comienza el martes 1 de octubre. Las dos reuniones semanales se llevarán a cabo de 4:00 p.m. a 5:15 p.m. todos los martes y jueves comenzando el martes 1 de octubre y terminando el jueves 14 de noviembre.
Visite https://sanjuansedc.org/tech para reservar su espacio. Si tiene preguntas, llame al (360) 378-2906 o envíe un correo electrónico a: lara@sanjuansedc.org.
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Life Line Screening at Orcas Senior Center: October 10
Life Line Screening will be at Orcas Senior Center on Thursday, October 10 to offer non-invasive and painless health screenings. The screenings will help identify dangerous plaque buildup or blockage, a major risk factor for stroke and heart disease. The screenings are accurate, affordable, and will give you valuable information about your health that you can share with your doctor.
For pricing information and to register, call 888-814-0466 or visit www.llsa.social/hsca.
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Explore Evening Vinyasa Yoga at Orcas Senior Center with Karol Wilson
Discover the enriching benefits of Vinyasa yoga with Karol Wilson, DPT, a seasoned physical therapist with 30 years of experience. Held every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 pm at the Orcas Senior Center, these sessions focus on restoring and enhancing strength, function, flexibility, and balance.
The class fee is $15 per session, with a discounted rate of $12 for Orcas Senior Center members. A 10-class pack is available for $100, offering savings for regular attendees. For inquiries, please reach out to Karol Wilson at Karol.wilson@live.com.
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Transform Your Evenings with Tara Plank's Yoga Movement Classes at Orcas Senior Center!
Join Tara Plank's active vinyasa-style yoga sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 pm at Orcas Senior Center. Classes emphasize the science of yoga, with attention given to moving from a place of stability. Each class addresses core strength in a neutral posture and includes moving up and down from the mat. Simply bring your mat (and yoga blocks if available). The suggested price per class is $15 or $12 for OSC members. For further details, explore www.alignmovementtherapy.com or reach out via email at tara@alignmovementtherapy.com. Don’t miss this wonderful chance to harmonize your mind and body, fostering enhanced wellbeing. All are welcome and please enter at the South door.
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SUMMER FERRY SCHEDULE IN EFFECT
JUNE 16 - SEPTEMBER 21
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Vehicle reservations on the Anacortes/San Juan Island routes are currently available to reserve through September 21, 2024.
Reservations can be booked online or by calling 206.464.6400 and speaking with an Information Agent. Customers can also call that number should they have questions or need additional information.
San Juan County has developed an informational page to help assist residents and visitors by consolidating timely information, links to useful sites, FAQs, and opportunities for feedback into a single location. San Juan County Ferry Information
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Island Market
Position: Barista
Description: We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Barista with Bakery Responsibilities. In this role, you will be responsible for crafting delicious coffee beverages, providing exceptional customer service, and assisting with bakery operations, when necessary. An ideal candidate will have a passion for coffee and baked goods, excellent communication skills, and a strong work ethic.
Pay & Benefits: $18/hour DOE. Both Full and Part-Time positions are available. Experience is preferred, but not required. Weekend and holiday availability is required.
Position: Lead Barista
Description: We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Barista Lead. In this role, you will be responsible for crafting delicious coffee beverages, providing exceptional customer service, assisting with barista training, placing orders, and maintaining the coffee bar. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coffee and baked goods, excellent communication skills, and a strong work ethic. 2+ years of relevant work experience preferred.
Pay & Benefits: Starting at $24/hour. 1 Full-time position is available, and weekend/holiday availability is required.
Contact: Please apply online at Join Our Team - Orcas Island Market or in-store.
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Pawki's
Position: Retail Associate
Description: 20 to 25 hours per week
Pay & Benefits: $18/hour
Contact: Pick up an application in store at 199 Main St.
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Banner Bank
Position: Banker I (on-site, full-time, entry level)
Description: As a Banker for Banner Bank you will provide an excellent experience for clients acting as the face of the Bank and process transactions accurately and efficiently. Assist clients in achieving their financial goals by actively referring Bank products/services and sell Bank products and services via in-person and telephone conversations. You’ll maintain a high level of personal reliability and punctuality and work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Required skills:
- three or more months of job-related experience including cash handling, client service and sales required
- Strong organizational skills; basic skills in math, negotiation, and problem solving
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; proper phone and email etiquette
- Good interpersonal and relationship building skills; excellent customer service skills
- NOTE: higher levels of experience may be considered for a higher level role in the same job.
Pay & Benefits: $18/hr - $23/hr
- Comprehensive employee benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD and life
- Paid vacation time, sick time and 11 company paid holidays
- 401k (with up to 4% match)
- Tuition reimbursement
Contact: Katherine Santos Santana, Assistant Branch Manager at Katherine.santossantana@bannerbank.com or by calling the branch at 360.376.2265
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Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce | 360.376.2273
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