President’s Pick

September 2026

We are having Two President’s Picks in September.

Newcomers’ President’s Pick #1

Our September 2026 President’s Pick #1 is to attend the play The 39 Steps at the Olympic Theater Arts Playhouse (414 N. Sequim Ave) on Sunday, September 6 at 2 PM. Tickets are $25 each, and members can purchase them online or at the Theater Box Office Tuesday through Friday from 1-4 PM. As of this broadcast, over 80 seats are still available.

Our plan is to gather in the lobby at 1:45 PM prior to the play. No RSVP necessary.

Curtain Up!

NO Need to Reserve. Just Show Up.

Newcomers’ President’s Pick #2

Black Ball Ferry Esquimalt Ribfest Packages to Victoria, BC

Our September 2026 President’s Pick #2 is to attend the Esquimalt Ribfest near Victoria, B.C. on Friday, September 11.

Members must purchase their own day trip packages [Option 1 or Option 2 below] directly from Black Ball Ferry.

 Ribfest packages MUST be booked over the phone. Please call the packaging department at 877-386-2202 for more information or to book passage to the Ribfest. 

Members will need either an Enhanced Washington State driver’s license or a valid passport for Canadian and U.S. Customs. Black Ball says that there is no need to bring Canadian cash as credit cards are accepted and the Ribfest typically has an ATM available.

All-day Port Angeles parking is available for $15 at a parking garage across the street from the Black Ball Ferry on Railroad Street. The lower level is covered. “I plan to arrive there shortly after 7:30 AM and I plan to return to Port Angeles on the 3:00 PM ferry. ” — Tom

From the Black Ball Ferry website: (Link is Above)

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  • Esquimalt Ribfest Packages to Victoria, BC
  • Ribs fall the bone, champions fall off the throne
  • September 11 – 13, 2026 — Packages Live!

Indulge in a feast of ribs at the 13th annual Esquimalt Ribfest! World-famous ribbers compete to win over your taste buds — You be the judge of their cooking! With a variety of flavors and secret recipes, prepare yourself for the ultimate palate sensation. Vendors will have pork ribs, in addition to other options on the menu. Pair your succulent meat with local craft beer, cider and wine including Driftwood Brewery, Lighthouse Brewing and Merridale Cider. Plus, be sure to check out Ribfest’s live entertainment all day long!

DAY TRIP PACKAGES

Option 1: The Taster
From $79 USD per person

The Taster Package Includes:
– Round trip, walk-on ferry fare
– Transportation between the Victoria terminal and Esquimalt Ribfest
– One half rack of pork ribs, half pulled pork and two sides from your choice of any rib vendor at the festival*
*The sides will differ per rib vendor. 

Option 2: Feast Mode
$20 USD upgrade | From $99 USD per person

Feast Mode Package Includes:
– Round trip, walk-on ferry fare
– Transportation between the Victoria terminal and Esquimalt Ribfest
– VIP seating in the Blue Buffalo Saloon — No waiting in line ups!
– All inclusive food from all six ribbers, including pork ribs, chicken and various sides
– All inclusive drinks from Blue Buffalo Saloon vendors including beer, cider, wine and non alcoholic drinks

Your FEAST MODE pass will give you access to the VIP area from 11:00am to 1:30pm.

Please Note: Ribfest packages MUST be booked over the phone. Please call our packaging department at 877-386-2202 for more information or to book.

Important Notes

You must catch the 8:20am sailing from Port Angeles to take advantage of the complimentary Ribfest shuttle. The shuttle will depart in front of our Victoria terminal at 10:45am. The shuttle will depart Ribfest at 1:45pm and 3:45pm to return to our Victoria terminal.

If you choose to take the 12:45pm sailing, you must find your own way to Ribfest. Ribfest is located about a 15 minute drive from our Victoria terminal, which is about a $15 CAD taxi ride. 

Day Trip Itinerary

  • 7:40am: Arrive at the Port Angeles terminal.
  • 8:20am: Depart from Port Angeles.
  • 9:50am: Arrive in Victoria and go through Canada Customs. If you are staying overnight, you can store your bags at the hotel you booked, and walk back to the Victoria terminal to board the shuttle to Ribfest. 
  • 10:45am: Shuttle departs from our Victoria terminal to Ribfest. 
  • 11:00am: Arrive at Ribfest. 
  • 1:45pm: The first shuttle departs from Ribfest back to our Victoria terminal. This shuttle will get you back in time for the 3:00pm departure back to Port Angeles. Please be back at the terminal by 2:30pm for Customs. 
  • 3:45pm: The second (and last shuttle) departs from Ribfest back to our Victoria terminal. Arrive in downtown Victoria, and explore at your leisure until the 7:30pm departure.
  • 7:00pm: Arrive at the Victoria terminal and go through US Customs. 
  • 7:30pm: Depart from Victoria.
  • 9:00pm: Arrive in Port Angeles and go through a quick US Customs check. 
  • *If you miss the Ribfest shuttle (or want to stay at Ribfest longer!), it is your responsibility to find your way back to downtown Victoria. Taxis between Ribfest and our Victoria terminal will cost about $15 CAD one way.