The League of Women Voters of San Juans is presenting three candidate forums. All forums begin at 5:30 p.m.: Monday, October 12 — Grace Episcopal Church, Lopez Island Tuesday, October 13 — The Mullis Senior Center, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island Wednesday, October…

Wednesday October 14 |  6 to 8 pm |  San Juan Island Grange | First Street | Friday Harbor The Herbal Mutual Aid Group, an offshoot of San Juan Island Grange’s Mutual Aid Committee, is hosting a free fire cider workshop on Wednesday October 14th from 6:00pm…

OCTOBER 14 – 18, 2026  The Orcas Island Film Festival is a film lovers’ dream with buzz-worthy, brand new films screened in one of the most beautiful places in the world. The Orcas Island Film 12th annual festival takes place Oct. 14-18, bringing five days…

Curious what’s been happening with the Land Bank’s recent acquisition along Orcas Island’s Dolphin Bay Road? A guided tour will take place October 15  from 5 to 6 pm. Tour the future preserve with Land Bank Preserve Steward, Peter Guillozet, and learn about proposed…

Friday, October 16 |  11:20 am to 12:30 pm |  FHES Playground  | Free School’s out early, so grab your pals and come explore rigs of all shapes and sizes. All Ages. FREE

Canine Kids 4-H Dog Club is kicking off a new year, and we’d love to welcome some new faces! Our next meeting is Friday, October 16th at 12:00 PM at the Marie Boe Building. If you have a child who loves dogs and is interested in learning more about dog care and…

October 16, 17 and 23, 24 and 30, 31  | sunset to 10 pm |  Roche Harbor Cemetery Tours |  193 Afterglow Dr |  Friday Harbor,

Salmonberry Community School will celebrate the season with its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17, from 1- 4pm. The afternoon will feature games, crafts, snacks, friends, and plenty of fall fun. This free community event is open to everyone!

October 17  |  11 am to 6 pm |  Goose Hollow Farm  |   Sugar Pea Ln  |  Friday Harbor Bring the whole family out to Goose Hollow Farm (at the end of Sugar Pea Lane) for a weekend of pumpkins, flowers, and flying gourds. Wander the patch to pick the perfect pumpkin,…

October 17 | 10 a.m. OR 3 pm | Gathering Place in the Senior Hamlet | Lopez Island Ever wanted to know what it really means to be a volunteer with Home Support? Now is your chance! October 17 we will be hosting an open orientation for volunteers. If at the end…

Ferment Fest 26 A Taste Tour of Tiny Allies Free and Open to the Public October 18 | 1 to 4 pm | San Juan Island Grange Hall Community kraut making! We will continue to be the healthiest county in the state when we are all eating fermented foods this winter. Remember…

October 22-25 Friday Harbor Film Festival’s Film Guide, Festival Schedule, and official 60-page Program Guide are all live at FHFF.org. All passholders can now reserve their seats for the films they don’t want to miss! This year we’re also welcoming…

October 31 | 2 to 10 pm | San Juan Vineyard | 3136 Roche Harbor Rd | Friday Harbor Join us for our first ever Halloween Bash! The ghostly fun is from 2:00-10:00 pm. Come for part of the event or stay for the whole bash! Live music all day with three local bands, food…

Legend says a ship vanished off this harbor on Halloween night more than a century ago. Its crew was never found, but every October 31st the docks come alive with music no one can explain. This year, you’re invited aboard! DJ Michael Duncan + guests spinning…

Sunday, November 1  |  1 to 4 pm |  San Juan Island Grange Hall  |  Friday Harbor The next Repair Fair on Nov 1 will feature a new DIY table: Cleaning and Conditioning Leather by Drew Loura. Our usual crew of amazing volunteers will be back – Tinkering,…

Saturday, February 27, 2027 | Camp Orkila |  Orcas Island The 2027 San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit is now accepting presentation proposals. This year’s theme, Cultivating Connections, invites us to explore the knowledge, practices, and relationships that help…