Demons, exorcism and the existence of the devil will be examined at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27 at LIFETREE CAFE. The program, titled “Is the Devil Real: An Exorcist Tells All,” features interviews with people who claim to have had encounters with demons, including a clergyman who has conducted many exorcisms — the removal of demonic spirits. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located at 540 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Chrissie at 360-679-3431 or office@gracebythesea.org

“The Healing Power of Unselfishness,” an hour-long presentation by speaker Lois Carlson, is at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at the FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST in Oak Harbor. Carlson will discuss how she overcame personal issues like suicidal tendencies and drug addiction; she has devoted her entire 2016 lecture series to this topic. Carlson has been working in the healing ministry of Christian Science for 40 years and is a published author who teaches a course on Christian Science in Chicago. Carlson will challenge audience members to think beyond themselves and consider what media sources they are allowing to influence their thinking. Parking and child care are provided. Contact Marian Blue at blue@whidbey.com or 360-341-1630, or visit www.christiansciencesouthwhidbey.com for more information.