Please join us on Tuesday, December 27th, 2016, at Alki Beach as we hold a candlelight vigil in honor and remembrance of the beloved Southern Resident Killer Whales who have been lost in 2016.

With the sudden and unexpected loss of J34 on December 21st, coupled with the October announcement of the deaths of J28 and J54, we invite you to come together as a community of whale enthusiasts and stewards of the ocean as we remember the beautiful and graceful orcas who have passed away, as well as those who went silently before them: J55, L95, and J14.

We’ll meet at the Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach (61st Ave SW & Alki Ave SW) at 4:45 pm. From there, we will gather and walk to water and pay our respects by placing flowers in the water. Candles and flowers will be provided, and we ask that you dress for the weather.

Afterward, you’re invited to join us at a cafe nearby to share photos, stories, and memories of your favorite Residents who have passed from this Earth too soon.

This event is in solidarity with Orca Network’s event in Langley at The Whale Center.