There are some pretty awesome things that you and your kiddos can check out from the library this summer! Make sure to check your local branch for availability. • Book Group Kits: Kickstart a community conversation. Each kit comes with 15 book copies to help spur discussion. With nearly 100 uniquely themed kits to chooseContinue reading "Awesome Things you can Borrow from the Library!"
Join IslandWood for upcoming Caterpillar Club Meetings – Explore science topics in the natural world with your little one. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers can be the key to establishing a child’s early love of nature. Designed for 3 and 4-year-olds, IslandWood’s new Caterpillar Club; Fall Exploration series creates opportunities for little ones and their parents,Continue reading "Caterpillar Club at IslandWood"
Teens in grades 7-12, come play games, make crafts, create art, or hang out with friends at the Bainbridge Island Library – every Monday afternoon from 2-4pm. Snacks will be provided. (Exceptions: Mon Apr 03 2023, Mon May 29 2023)
This Introduction to Social Media Basics class is open to the public on Monday, February 27th from 5:30-8pm. The location will be inside The Little PI Oriental Store in Bremerton and the cost is $20 per person. This presentation will include (but not be limited to) information on Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, Neighbors, Twitter and TikContinue reading "Introduction to Social Media Basics 101"
Dungeons & Dragons Club at Enoch City Arts in Bremerton! 🐉 Every Monday from 6:30-9pm (ongoing) Come learn to play D&D or pick up where you left off last week. Come solo or bring your friends and family. Reserve a spot ahead of time so they can plan for you and your party, or feelContinue reading "🐉 Dungeons & Dragons Club at Enoch City Arts 🐉"
Monday nights just got way cooler at Pleasant Beach Village on Bainbridge Island! Come enjoy live piano music for a chill Monday night - every Monday. Music starts at 7pm. Earth & Vine Wine Bar will be featuring a special guest rotated monthly. Come enjoy the music and enjoy discounted draft beers!
The Poulsbo Garden Club is pleased to be able to award gardening grants to local individuals and organizations for gardening and horticultural projects in North Kitsap (as defined by the North Kitsap School District). For more information and application forms please email the Poulsbo Garden Club at PGCgrants@gmail.com and get your application in before theContinue reading "DEADLINE TODAY: Gardening Grants for Local Individuals and Organizations in Kitsap County"
NBK Bangor has created a walking club for all MWR-eligible patrons! Walk up to 3 miles around the Bangor Base every Tuesday or Thursday. Strollers are welcome and routes are wheel-friendly. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. A water bottle and towel are encouraged. Register at 360-315-7676, or visit Front Desk atContinue reading "Naval Base Kitsap Walking Club"
Story Time for Tots happens every Tuesday from 9:30-10am at the Seabeck Community Center (Study Room). Story Time is free to attend. Parents/Guardian(s) must be present with their children.
Weekly live readings on Tuesdays at 10am for school-age children at the Bookshop Under the Stairs in Port Orchard. Parents may browse the store while their child enjoys a different story each week.
Slow your practice down to give your nervous system a chance to relax. We will focus on a few postures and bring our attention inward to the sensations we feel, the muscle groups that contract and release, and the emotion that flows with it. Tuesday, December 13th at 12pm at Rimbert Illustration in Bremerton/ Callow.Continue reading "YOGA Mindful Movement in Bremerton"
Free Community Meal for those in need at Silverdale United Methodist Church every Tuesday evening. The Food Bank is open from 3:15-3:45, and Hallowed Grounds Cafe is open for meals from 4-5pm. Contact the church office with any questions: (360) 692-9813
Introducing NEW BookFlix for kids! Develop early reading skills and vocabulary through read-aloud experiences in fiction, nonfiction and Spanish, recommended for grades PK-3. Explore animated stories, literacy games, author biographies and more at KRL.org/kids.
Fishline Food Bank's Fresh Start Program offers free showers to those in need every Wednesday and Friday from 11am - 3pm. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins will also be welcomed on a first come, first served basis. Shower time slots are 15 minutes each, and Fishline will provide: • Towels and wash cloths • ToiletriesContinue reading "Fishline’s Fresh Start FREE Shower Program"
Michael Lee Stills of Missing Roots Genealogy will share from his research experience, allowing time for questions and sharing of research tips. Wednesday, March 1st at 1pm in the Community Room at the Poulsbo Library. More info here. ** PHS Special Events are Free for All Ages! **
Join the Kitsap Fancy Crocheters Guild on Wednesdays from 2pm-5pm at the Bremerton Elks Lodge on Pine. Kitsap Fancy Crocheters Guild is a non-profit organization whose volunteers crochet items, using donated yarn, to give to those in need and those going through a particularly difficult time in Kitsap County. Join them on Wednesdays to: •Continue reading "Kitsap Fancy Crocheters Guild"
Kids - come join other LEGO lovers once a month for a build challenge at the Downtown Bremerton Library on the first Wednesday of every month from 4-5pm. Work with others or create on your own using the library’s LEGOs.
Come join the Poulsbo Sons of Norway for some Folk Dancing lessons on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30-7:45pm. This is a beginning and intermediate Scandinavian Dance class for Adults! Open to the public and no partner is necessary to take part in the fun. Suggested donation of $5 for theContinue reading "Folk Dancing for Adults (All are welcome!)"
Join us for a weekly group Mindfulness Meditation practice led by Steve Parsons. Mindfulness Meditation focuses on calming your body and mind through present moment awareness and deep breathing. Meditation has been shown to support pain and stress management and plays an important role in many self-care routines and spiritual practices. Our sessions begin withContinue reading "Free Mindfulness Meditation (Weekly/Online)"
Join us on Thursday mornings (via Zoom) at 10am Pacific Time to talk art and creativity with Winslow Art Center owner/director Martha Jordan. A different guest artist will join the conversation each week! Art Chats are FREE and you only need to register once. You must be signed up for Art Chat and logged intoContinue reading "Weekly Art Chats with Winslow Art Center (Virtual)"
The Kids Kloset in Port Orchard offers resources for children: clothing, size newborn to juniors, diapers, blankets, carseats, bouncers, cribs, etc. They will also have some food and household items to offer from time to time. The Kids Kloset runs entirely on donations from the community and are always accepting donations (no small toys orContinue reading "Kids Kloset in Port Orchard – FREE Resources for Families"
Join Nurturing Expressions for a FREE weekly get-together in the Poulsbo boutique. A place for you to talk about pregnancy/postpartum life and beyond with other adults who can relate to you. Think of it as a social club, with babies. Thursdays from 11-12:30pm This is a space where your little one(s) are more than welcome,Continue reading "Giggle & Grow: A Weekly Meet-Up for Moms"
NBK Bangor has created a walking club for all MWR-eligible patrons! Walk up to 3 miles around the Bangor Base every Tuesday or Thursday. Strollers are welcome and routes are wheel-friendly. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. A water bottle and towel are encouraged. Register at 360-315-7676, or visit Front Desk atContinue reading "Naval Base Kitsap Walking Club"
Our leprechaun friend has lost eight of his treasures at Poulsbo Fish Park! Can you help him find them? 🍀 Poulsbo Parks and Rec presents the Lucky Leprechaun Hunt, every day from March 1st through March 17th. Daily clues will be posted on their Facebook page. Can you locate them all?
WONDERING WHAT ALL THIS TALK ABOUT CO-WORKING IS ABOUT? COME SEE FOR YOURSELF! On the first Friday of each month, Vibe Co-Works opens its doors to anyone who'd like to experience the power of getting things done in an upbeat, inspirational and productive professional environment. There's a reason why Vibe is the workplace of choice forContinue reading "First Fridays FREE at Vibe Co-Works"
Beginner and experienced fiber artists (e.g., Hardanger, embroidery, knitting, rosesaum, etc.) – bring your projects! Meet-ups are every Friday from 10am-1pm at Sons of Norway in Poulsbo (Viking Room). Public is welcome to attend (Sons of Norway membership not required)
The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art invites individuals living with early-stage memory loss and their care partners to enjoy a facilitated art discussion in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Look Again provides an opportunity for individuals living with dementia to access and express memories, practice or regain their communication skills, externalize emotions, and relieve stressContinue reading "Look Again: Early-Stage Memory Loss Guided Art Discussions"
Did you know that in May 2022, the SEA Discovery Center welcomed back the public after a 2-year closure? Located right in the heart of Historic downtown Poulsbo, SEA is open on Fridays & Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and is FREE to the public.More info at https://sea.wwu.edu
Join the Kids Discovery Museum for First Friday Art Walk! We invite kids, and kids at heart, to come play and create. FREE on the first Friday of every month from 1pm - 7pm.
Did you know that Ahoy Kitsap Playland in Bremerton has a Virtual Reality Arcade? They have many games that the whole family can enjoy together. Learn more by visiting the Virtual Reality Arcade page for business hours, pricing and game library.
The Home Depot is back in stores with Kids Workshops on the 1st Saturday of every month from 9am-12noon! More info here.
At the U.S. Naval Undersea Museum, we are taking a closer look at all things science and engineering with hands-on activities the first Saturday of the month! The program is FREE and fun for kindergarten through 12th grades. In March, we are exploring ship designs. Held from 10am-2pm, stop by at any point, and stayContinue reading "Science Saturdays at the U.S. Naval Undersea Museum"
The Bremerton Vintage Flea is open EVERY Saturday, year-round from 10am until 4pm. We have over 25 vendors, bringing you the entire spectrum of all that is antique, vintage, repurposed, and hand-made. We're known for the good deals that can be found here! Come do your vintage treasure hunting with us and shop where aContinue reading "Bremerton Vintage Flea Market"
Studio 36Om is now offering a Donation-Based Yoga Class 🧘🏽 every Saturday from 10:30-11:30am. Pay what you can. Reserve your spot here.
Join us at our new Kingston Meadow campus for learning, fun, and a chance to meet the WildWise community! Learn all about our ongoing programs, including: -our flagship program, Forest School -our homeschool supplement known as Nature Quest -our overnight rights of passage program, Adventure Scouts Informational session begins at 11:15 We look forward toContinue reading "WildWise Open House"
Nourish and Nature Kids 🌸Spring Sprouts🌱 classes start Thursday March 9th! 🎉 What is it? A weekly 75 minute outdoor based class, ages 2-8. Breathe in the fresh air, connect with nature and likeminded mamas + papas and caretakers! What do you get? 8 sessions connecting with your child, as they connect and learn alongside otherContinue reading "Nourish + Nature Kids (Register for Spring!)"
Join the Sons of Norway on the first Sunday of the month for their Pancake Breakfast! “Vern’s” Pancakes & lingonberries, bacon & sausage, scrambled eggs, potatoes etc. Breakfast is served from 9-11am and the public is welcome! Cost is $10 per person and $7 for ages 5 and under.
Come to MOVE in Silverdale on the first Sunday of every month at 12pm for an impressive display of cars (and lots 'o caffeine!)
A drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty, The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams is one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre. Grab your tickets here. Set in 1937, Amanda Wingfield is a faded remnant of Southern gentility who now lives in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom, andContinue reading "The Glass Menagerie at Western Washington Center for the Arts"
Join the Bremerton West Sound Symphony for their 80th Anniversary Concert Series! All Mainstage shows are $200 per person and you can reserve your seats here.
Bainbridge Community Piano Association Proudly Presents: First Sundays Concerts – an array of stellar classical and jazz performances on Bainbridge Island. All concerts are at 4:00 pm at the Waterfront Park Community Center on Bainbridge Island. Tickets for the 2023 season of First Sundays Concerts are on sale now – cost is $10 for youthContinue reading "Bainbridge Community Piano Association Proudly Presents: First Sundays Concerts"
If you’re feeling healthy, especially O- and O+ donors, please consider giving blood! Local blood supplies have hit emergency low levels and every donation makes an impact. All blood types are needed. Please schedule your donation appointment today!
There are some pretty awesome things that you and your kiddos can check out from the library this summer! Make sure to check your local branch for availability. • Book Group Kits: Kickstart a community conversation. Each kit comes with 15 book copies to help spur discussion. With nearly 100 uniquely themed kits to chooseContinue reading "Awesome Things you can Borrow from the Library!"
Nourish and Nature Kids 🌸Spring Sprouts🌱 classes start Thursday March 9th! 🎉 What is it? A weekly 75 minute outdoor based class, ages 2-8. Breathe in the fresh air, connect with nature and likeminded mamas + papas and caretakers! What do you get? 8 sessions connecting with your child, as they connect and learn alongside otherContinue reading "Nourish + Nature Kids (Register for Spring!)"
Join IslandWood for upcoming Caterpillar Club Meetings – Explore science topics in the natural world with your little one. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers can be the key to establishing a child’s early love of nature. Designed for 3 and 4-year-olds, IslandWood’s new Caterpillar Club; Fall Exploration series creates opportunities for little ones and their parents,Continue reading "Caterpillar Club at IslandWood"
Teens in grades 7-12, come play games, make crafts, create art, or hang out with friends at the Bainbridge Island Library – every Monday afternoon from 2-4pm. Snacks will be provided. (Exceptions: Mon Apr 03 2023, Mon May 29 2023)
Dungeons & Dragons Club at Enoch City Arts in Bremerton! 🐉 Every Monday from 6:30-9pm (ongoing) Come learn to play D&D or pick up where you left off last week. Come solo or bring your friends and family. Reserve a spot ahead of time so they can plan for you and your party, or feelContinue reading "🐉 Dungeons & Dragons Club at Enoch City Arts 🐉"
Monday nights just got way cooler at Pleasant Beach Village on Bainbridge Island! Come enjoy live piano music for a chill Monday night - every Monday. Music starts at 7pm. Earth & Vine Wine Bar will be featuring a special guest rotated monthly. Come enjoy the music and enjoy discounted draft beers!
The Dayaalu Center's monthly ritual of honoring the full moon is happening on Mondays! Led by Joy Evans and her beautiful alchemy crystal singing bowls, we will practice restorative rest as a community by engaging our parasympathetic nervous system to let the body fully relax. See for yourself how this practice can affect you bothContinue reading "Full Moon Sound Healing on Bainbridge Island"
Nourish and Nature Kids 🌸Spring Sprouts🌱 classes start Thursday March 9th! 🎉 What is it? A weekly 75 minute outdoor based class, ages 2-8. Breathe in the fresh air, connect with nature and likeminded mamas + papas and caretakers! What do you get? 8 sessions connecting with your child, as they connect and learn alongside otherContinue reading "Nourish + Nature Kids (Register for Spring!)"
Story Time for Tots happens every Tuesday from 9:30-10am at the Seabeck Community Center (Study Room). Story Time is free to attend. Parents/Guardian(s) must be present with their children.
Weekly live readings on Tuesdays at 10am for school-age children at the Bookshop Under the Stairs in Port Orchard. Parents may browse the store while their child enjoys a different story each week.
Join the Kitsap Regional Library at the Bainbridge Island location for Little Explorers. Each month, little ones between ages 3-5 will explore different STEM concepts (both indoors and outdoors) through hands-on activities alongside their caregiver. Pre-registration is not required (simply show up!) 2023 Little Explorers Dates: (First Tuesday of the Month) • Feb 7, 10:30-11:30am •Continue reading "Little Explorers at the Bainbridge Island Library"
Slow your practice down to give your nervous system a chance to relax. We will focus on a few postures and bring our attention inward to the sensations we feel, the muscle groups that contract and release, and the emotion that flows with it. Tuesday, December 13th at 12pm at Rimbert Illustration in Bremerton/ Callow.Continue reading "YOGA Mindful Movement in Bremerton"
Free Community Meal for those in need at Silverdale United Methodist Church every Tuesday evening. The Food Bank is open from 3:15-3:45, and Hallowed Grounds Cafe is open for meals from 4-5pm. Contact the church office with any questions: (360) 692-9813
Free Family Fun daily from 10am-5pm at the Bremerton Bug & Reptile Museum. The Museum is a great way to foster your child’s interest in nature and the world around them. Come see the collection of snakes, lizards and insects and learn something new! You can follow them on Instagram @bug.reptile.museum
Join us at Kids Discovery Museum (KiDiMu) every other Wednesday from 10-11am for MiniMu: a FREE enrichment program for infants and toddlers (birth to 15 months) and their grown-ups to learn through play! Meet other new parents and children to share experiences, play together, and learn from one another. Learn and discuss topics with parentingContinue reading "MiniMu (FREE Infant and Toddler Program)"
Fishline Food Bank's Fresh Start Program offers free showers to those in need every Wednesday and Friday from 11am - 3pm. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins will also be welcomed on a first come, first served basis. Shower time slots are 15 minutes each, and Fishline will provide: • Towels and wash cloths • ToiletriesContinue reading "Fishline’s Fresh Start FREE Shower Program"
At Peninsula Community Health Service's Mobile Medical Clinics, we can help individuals of all ages with insurance enrollment, navigate community resources, address acute and chronic health concerns, facilitate age-appropriate screening tests, and connect with specialists when appropriate. PCHS is a certified Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and HRSA Health Center Quality Leader awardee. All PCHS sitesContinue reading "Peninsula Community Health Service’s Mobile Medical Clinic (All Ages)"
Join the Kitsap Fancy Crocheters Guild on Wednesdays from 2pm-5pm at the Bremerton Elks Lodge on Pine. Kitsap Fancy Crocheters Guild is a non-profit organization whose volunteers crochet items, using donated yarn, to give to those in need and those going through a particularly difficult time in Kitsap County. Join them on Wednesdays to: •Continue reading "Kitsap Fancy Crocheters Guild"
Thanks to United Way of Kitsap County, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is now available in Kitsap County. Each month a new age appropriate book will come in the mail addressed to the child. Click here more information and to register your child (between the ages of 0-5).
Mark your calendars! Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the remarkable beauty of lands managed by Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission, and Washington State Department of Natural Resources on these Discover Pass free days! Jan. 1 — First Day Hikes; New Year’s Day Jan. 16 — Martin LutherContinue reading "Discover Pass: FREE Days in Washington State 2023"
Join Children of the Nations at our Silverdale campus for our monthly volunteer day! Every second Thursday of the month, you can make a difference in the lives of children by packing meals for children in Sierra Leone and assisting with other needed tasks around campus. Meet at the warehouse at 9am to check inContinue reading "Children of the Nations – Silverdale Volunteer Day"
Join us for a weekly group Mindfulness Meditation practice led by Steve Parsons. Mindfulness Meditation focuses on calming your body and mind through present moment awareness and deep breathing. Meditation has been shown to support pain and stress management and plays an important role in many self-care routines and spiritual practices. Our sessions begin withContinue reading "Free Mindfulness Meditation (Weekly/Online)"
Join us on Thursday mornings (via Zoom) at 10am Pacific Time to talk art and creativity with Winslow Art Center owner/director Martha Jordan. A different guest artist will join the conversation each week! Art Chats are FREE and you only need to register once. You must be signed up for Art Chat and logged intoContinue reading "Weekly Art Chats with Winslow Art Center (Virtual)"
The Kids Kloset in Port Orchard offers resources for children: clothing, size newborn to juniors, diapers, blankets, carseats, bouncers, cribs, etc. They will also have some food and household items to offer from time to time. The Kids Kloset runs entirely on donations from the community and are always accepting donations (no small toys orContinue reading "Kids Kloset in Port Orchard – FREE Resources for Families"
Join Nurturing Expressions for a FREE weekly get-together in the Poulsbo boutique. A place for you to talk about pregnancy/postpartum life and beyond with other adults who can relate to you. Think of it as a social club, with babies. Thursdays from 11-12:30pm This is a space where your little one(s) are more than welcome,Continue reading "Giggle & Grow: A Weekly Meet-Up for Moms"
Beginner and experienced fiber artists (e.g., Hardanger, embroidery, knitting, rosesaum, etc.) – bring your projects! Meet-ups are every Friday from 10am-1pm at Sons of Norway in Poulsbo (Viking Room). Public is welcome to attend (Sons of Norway membership not required)
Did you know that in May 2022, the SEA Discovery Center welcomed back the public after a 2-year closure? Located right in the heart of Historic downtown Poulsbo, SEA is open on Fridays & Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and is FREE to the public.More info at https://sea.wwu.edu
Kitsap Tennis and Athletic Center's tennis socials are a great way to play tennis and meet new friends! It is a group activity where players are paired and rotated every 20-minutes (approximately), giving you the opportunity to play with and against a variety of different players. No reservations needed, no partners needed. Tennis Socials takeContinue reading "FREE Tennis Social & Potlock in Bremerton"
