ARTS & CRAFTS
CELTIC FIDDLING WORKSHOPS: Local fiddling master Jane Landstra (of Dancing Bow Studio and the Country Capers) will lead an eight-week Cape Breton air strathspey and reel set fiddling workshop for intermediate fiddlers (with at least one year of experience) from 7-9 p.m. Thursdays through May 7 at Peninsula Violin Shop, 18846 Front St. in Poulsbo. Tuition is $160. Info: (360) 697-6192, www.peninsulaviolin.com, www.countrycapers.net.
POSTER CONTEST: The Kitsap Arts and Crafts Festival is accepting applications for its 50th Anniversary Commemorative Poster Contest. For applications, go to www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com and select “2009 Call to Artists.” Deadline June 1, cash prize $100. Info: call Evy at (360) 297-2828 or e-mail blondeart7@comcast.net.
THE POULSBO ARTIST LEAGUE: An association of artists of all media, meets from 12:30-3:30 p.m. every Wednesday (except during the month of December) at the Vinland Luteran Church on Finn Hill Road to work on individual pieces. Guest are welcome. Contact Mike Clayton at (360) 930-8171 or m-dclayton@comcast.net for more information.
CALL TO ARTISTS: Kitsap Arts and Crafts, the annual North Kitsap arts festival, has applications available for both the juried and open art shows for its 50th annual event, slated for July in Kingston. Contact Denise at (360) 731-0412 or e-mail KACartshow@yahoo.com to apply. Info: www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com.
CALL TO ARTISTS: The Bainbridge Island Studio Tour is accepting applications for the 2009 summer and winter Studio Tours, slated for Aug. 7-9 and Dec. 4-6, respectively. Artists can apply for one or both events at this time. Application forms and more details can be found in the “For Artists” section of www.bistudiotour.com, as well as at the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce or by calling tour manager Dinah Satterwhite at (206) 842-0504.Info: www.bistudiotour.com.
CALL TO ARTISTS: Offering opportunities for show in small venues in Poulsbo and Kingston, call Evy at (360) 297-2828 or e-mail blondeart7@comcast.net for more info.
CRAFTERNOONS: Kitsap Regional Library in Little Boston hosts crafternoons for crafters to get together and work on handmade projects at 2:30 p.m. every Wednesday at 31980 Little Boston Road in Kingston. Info: www.krl.org or call (360) 297-2670.
A IS FOR ARTISTS GALLERY: A not-for-profit artist owned and run gallery on Bainbridge Island is seeking artists. Info: www.AisforArtistsGallery.com or call (206) 842-2434.
THE VERKSTED GALLERY: A 20-year old cooperative art gallery located at 18937 Front St. in Poulsbo is now accepting applications from artists in the following mediums: baskets, fiber art, leather work, oils, acrylic, metal art, encaustic, and other unique arts and crafts. Must be able to work two days a month, participate in committee work and pay a monthly rent. To apply pick up an application from the gallery or call Lynn at (360) 297-4096. Info: www.verkstedgallery.com.
THE SOUTH KITSAP ARTISTS: Association meets from 6-8 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at Cedar Heights Junior High School — 2220 Pottery Ave. in Port Orchard. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., visitors, first-timers welcome. Info: Call president Loretta Anderson at (360) 876-1415.
GLASS ART JUNKIES: A group with interests in all kinds of glass art from beaded to fused and stained glass meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Subway near the Silverdale Albertsons. All skill levels welcome. Info: Bob at (360) 308-8775 or brixx@wavecable.com.
DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE: Life Drawing (the human figure) classes are held from noon to 2 p.m. each Monday at the Bremerton Eagles at Sixth and Washington. Cost is $10 per class. Info: (360) 377-7296.
AUDITIONS
SING A SONG: The Puget Soundsters, a non-profit, community service, four-part chorus that sings for community events and local groups, is starting a new season and are looking for singers in all parts. The group meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at Unity Church, 1712 Trenton Ave in Bremerton. Info: Jeanie at (360) 871-3260.
CSTOCK AUDITIONS: For “Seussical, the Musical” will be from 10 am – 4 p.m. with dance auditions from 3:15-4 p.m. April 25; and noon to 4 p.m. with dance auditions from noon to 1 p.m. on April 26. Auditions are open to children/young adults ages 7 – 21 and are at the Silverdale Community Center, 9729 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale. Everyone must participate in the dance auditions. Info: www.cstock.org.
COMEDY
EDGE IMPROV: The EDGE Improv, 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge, will deliver an ingeniously improvised evening of comedy and song, all from audience suggestions, at 7:30 p.m. May 2 at Bainbridge Performing Arts. The EDGE Improv is suitable for all ages. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $10 for seniors, students, youth, military, and teachers. BPA Box Office hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and one hour prior to each performance. Info/tickets: (206) 842-8569 or www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
DANCE
LATIN NIGHT: Seabold Community Hall on Bainbridge is hosting Latin Night on April 25. Latin dance lessons and a Latin dance are hosted on the fourth Saturday of every month from 7:30-10:30 p.m. A salsa/Latin lesson is from 7:30-8:15 pm followed by DJ’d salsa, bachata, merengue, rumba, cha cha and tango music from 8:15-10:30 p.m. Bring clean-soled shoes leaving no black marks. $5/teens; $10/adults includes lesson and dance. Seabold Community Hall is located at 14451 Komedal Road, Bainbridge Island. Info: www.educatedfeet.net or sheila@educatedfeet.net.
‘IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN:’ A Dance Ensemble Northwest presentation, an evening of classical and contemporary dance performed by a troupe of pre-professional dancers, 7:30 p.m. at Bainbridge Performing Arts, tonight and April 25. Tickets, $15 for adults, and $10 for senior citizens (62 and over) and youth (18 and under) are available at Eagle Harbor Books (206) 842-5332, Liberty Bay Books (360) 779-5909, Mills Music (360) 779-1773 and the door. BPA is at 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Island. Info: www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
BALLROOM DANCE LEADERS: Learn the simple techniques of how to be a good “leader” in ballroom dancing during Thursday morning classes at the Bremerton Elks, 4131 Pine Road NE, in Bremerton. Classes start at 10:30 and at 11:30 a.m. No partner necessary. Info: Call Jan at (360) 377-5181.
BALLROOM DANCING: Is offered from 2-5 p.m. every Sunday at the Port Orchard Eagles, 4001 Jackson Ave. NE in Port Orchard, dancing to the live big band sounds of Eric Liebmann and Co. Cost is $3 for members, $5 for non. Info: www.foe2338.org or call (360) 876-2338.
LINE DANCERS: Kitsap Kickers Line Dance Club meets every Friday and Sunday, 9161 Washington Ave. NW, Silverdale. Fridays: beginners 6-7:30 p.m., $2; advanced 7-9:30 p.m., $4; Sundays: beginners 5-6:30 p.m., $2; advanced 6-8:30 p.m., $4. Information: (360) 697-6753.
FARMERS MARKETS
SILVERDALE FARMERS MARKET: Silverdale Farmers Market is open and ready for shoppers. The market is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at the Silverdale Beach Hotel, rain or shine. The market will feature fresh baked bread, jams, honey, beef jerky and sweet treats. Info: (360) 471-8219 or www.SilverdaleFarmersMarket.com.
INDOOR FARMERS MARKET: The Peninsula Farmers Market Association’ indoor farmers market will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Island Jamz Caribbean Restaurant, 1783 NE State Highway 308, Keyport. Available this time of year are bulb pots, fresh baked bread, jams, beef jerky, fresh cut herbs, art and crafts and veggie starts. Info: Monica at (360) 471-8219 or www.KeyportFarmersMarket.com.
KIDS
FAMILY MUSIC: Award-winning children’s music artist Alleyoop will perform at 11 a.m. April 25 at Woodward Middle School Commons, 9125 Sportsman Club Road, Bainbridge Island. $10 for a child/adult combo, $2 for each additional family member. Performance proceeds will benefit Island Children’s Montessori School. Info: (206) 842-8770.
MEET THE KRATTS: Tickets are now on sale for two shows featuring Chris and Martin Kratt, stars of the PBS show “Zoboomafoo.” Family performances will be at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. May 9 at the House of Awakened Culture, the Suquamish Tribe’s community center. Autograph signing to follow the afternoon show. Tickets are $13.50 per person. Proceeds will support KiDiMu. Info: (206) 855-4650 or www.kidimu.org.
STORYTIME AT THE LIBRARY: The Poulsbo branch of the Kitsap Regional Library presents baby storytime (ages 1-18 months) at 1 p.m. each Tuesday and toddler storytime (ages 18 months-3 years) at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. each Wednesday, 700 Iverson St. in Poulsbo. Info: www.krl.org or call (360) 779-2915.
STORYTIME: Barnes and Noble, in the Kitsap Mall, hosts a weekly storytime for kids at 11 a.m. every Saturday. Info: Call the store at (360) 698-0945.
KITSAPART SCHOOL OF THE ARTS: Offers classes ranging from cartooning to three-dimensional drawing to animal art for kids ages 8 to teens at its school, 3425 NW Byron St. in Old Town Silverdale. Info: www.kitsapart.com or call (360) 662-1542.
GALLERIES & EXHIBITIONS
CELEBRATING NEW COLLECTIONS: The Island Gallery, 100 Madison Avenue N., Bainbridge, is hosting Spring Forward to celebrate the new collections of Akihiko Izukura, Lynn Mizono, Nubia Collection, Maggy Pavlou and Carter Smith and is introducing jewelry artist Christine L. Sundt. An artists’ reception is slated for First Friday, 6-8 p.m. May 1. Info: Susan Swannack-Nunn, Owner, (206) 780-9500 or www.theislandgallery.net.
CALL TO ARTISTS: The Sidney Museum and Arts Association’s annual art competition, the Helen Norris Open Art Show, is seeking submissions for its May 3-28 exhibition. Entry fee is $5 per piece, two pieces per artist allowed; all art must be for sale and exhibit; Registration is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 28 and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 29; entry forms available at sidneymuseumandarts.com. Info: (360) 876-3693.
RED CROSS READY: A Community Response, a new exhibit at the Kitsap County Historical Society Museum portraying the history of the Red Cross in Kitsap County, will display from 5:30-8 p.m. May 1 during First Friday Art Walk. Kelly Finch, health services specialist, will be the speaker. Her program begins at 6 p.m. The museum is located at 280 Fourth St., Bremerton. Info: (360) 479-6226 or director@kitsaphistory.org.
LIFE IS REALLY REALLY GOOD: Is the title of the May exhibits at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, 151 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge. Featured artists are painter Diane Culhane and Bainbridge sculptor Garth Edwards, whose works will be displayed from May 8 to June 2. An artists’ reception will be from 6-8 p.m. May 8. In addition, BAC also will host the Middle School Show from May 5-16 with an artist’s reception from 6-8 p.m. May 8; and the High School Spring Arts Festival Award Winners Show from May 19 to 31. An artist’s reception is slated for 4-6 p.m. May 22. Info: www.bacart.org.education.html.
‘THAT MOMENT OF CONNECTION: Wildlife Photography by Stan Tsonev” at the Kingston Art Gallery is a benefit showing for Stillwaters Environmental Center in Kingston in honor of the center’s 10th anniversary. The show is at the Kingston Art Gallery & Cleo’s Landing in Kingston through May 17. The gallery is located at 25960 Central Ave S., Kingston. Info: (360) 297-5133 or www.kingstonartgallery.com.
ARTIST OF THE MONTH: Andy Bergsagel’s art work will be shown all month at the The Global Bean Coffee Shop, Cavalon Building 2, 2021 NW Myhre Road, Suite 101, Silverdale. Info: www.theglobalbean.com.
COLLECTIVE VISIONS: In May, Collective Visions will run two shows concurrently. One is a new collection of woodfired ceramic and mixed media figures and vessels titled Heads or Tails by Ken Lundemo. The second is Boardroom Gallery: Sugar in My Bowl, Celebrating Being Alive: wood, assemblages, vibrant graphic paintings by Jim Knull and Pat Wilson. An artists’ receptions is slated for First Friday from 5-8:30 p.m. May 1. Collective Visions is at 331 Pacific Ave., Bremerton. Info: (360) 377.8327 or www.collectivevisions.com.
VERKSTED ARTISTS: In May, Verksted artists will be creating their own stimulus package by taking their art in new directions and trying new media. New work is arriving from our 36 current artists: Marcia Peterson creates Garden Fairies for the outdoors; Driftwood, copper and glass accented sculpture by Ken Blair; and Dinah Satterwhite has mixed media, many layered paintings. The Verksted Featured Artist for May is K & N Gems: Wearable Art Jewelry uniquely fabricated and cast in sterling silver and gold. Verksted Gallery is located at 18937 Front St., Poulsbo. Info: (360) 697-4470 www.verkstedgallery.com.
HALL BROTHERS SHIPYARD EXHIBIT: An exhibit exploring the history of wooden shipbuilding on Bainbridge Island will be open at the Bainbridge Island Historical Society Museum, 215 Erickson Ave. on Bainbridge. Open 1-4 p.m. daily, except Tuesdays. Info: www.bainbridgehistory.org, or call (206) 842-2773.
MONOTYPES AND COLLAGES: Through the month of May, Bainbridge Performing Arts Gallery will showcase Monotypes & Collages, featuring the work of Helena Hoyte Bierly, Renee G. Jameson, Jan Branham, Lynda Harwood Swenson, and Jennifer K. Mann ― five local printmakers who share a passion for using color and composition to create atmospheric pieces depicting nature, still life and figurative and abstract imagery. The exhibit will be in the C. Keith Birkenfeld Lobby at BPA, 200 Madison Avenue N., Bainbridge. Admission is free, and gallery hours are 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday – Friday, plus one hour prior to each performance. Info: Steven Fogell at (206) 842-1163 or sfogell@bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
NIGHT ON THE TOWN: Every first Friday of the month, from 4-8 p.m., business throughout downtown Port Gamble are open late, most featuring local artwork while the General Store hosts a special monthly dinner. Info: www.portgamble.com or call (360) 297-8074.
LITERARY
BOOK SIGNING: Author Kristi Dawn Hurley will be signing her religious fiction book, “Wouldn’t It Be Nice … “ from 1-3 p.m. April 25 at Paperbacks Plus, 1618 Bay St., Port Orchard. Info: Sunnie Atkins at (888) 361-9473 or sunnie@tatepublishing.com.
A POTPURRI OF POEMS: A poetry reading by Sakai fifth-graders, hosted by poet/teacher Nancy Rekow, with fifth grade teacher Marguerite Thomas, will be at 2 p.m. April 26 at the Bainbridge Public Library, 1270 Madison N. The event is free. Info: (206) 842-4162.
CELEBRATING NORTHWEST POETS: A discussion of four of Gary Snyder’s poems — selected and read by Bainbridge Island poets Jennifer Hager, Roger Midgett, Marit Saltrones, and David Stallings — will be from 7-9 p.m. April 28 at the Bainbridge Public Library, 1270 Madison N. The event is free. Info: (206) 842-4162.
CLUB CERVANTINO DE LECTORES: Will be discussing “La Colmena” by Camilo Jose Cela at 7 p.m. April 30 at the Bainbridge Public Library, Island Way Meeting Room, 1270 Madison N. Info: (206) 842-4162.
AUTHOR READING: Bainbridge Island author Jennifer Culkin reading from her award winning memoir, “A Final Arc of Sky,” at 3 p.m. May 3. The event is free and open to the public and will be followed by a question and answer session and a book signing. Culkin is a longtime neonatal, pediatric and adult critical care nurse. Her memoir offers a highly personal and often dramatic look at emergency flight nursing. Eagle Harbor Book Company is located at 157 Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island. Info: (206) 842 5332 www.eagleharborbooks.com.
SILVERDALE WRITERS’ ROUND TABLE: Meets at 9:30 p.m. Saturdays at Austin Chase Coffee, 9621 Mickelberry Road in Silverdale for support and development in a positive atmosphere. Info: Call Bob at (360) 830-4968.
LIBERTY BAY BOOKS: Has updated its listing for its book groups. All groups meet at Liberty Bay Books — 18881-D on Front St. in Downtown Poulsbo. Revised listings are as follows:
Joy Luck: 11 a.m. First Friday monthly
Daytime: 10 a.m. Second Tuesday monthly
Non-Fiction: 10 a.m. Third Wednesday monthly
Evening: 7 p.m. Third Wednesday monthly
Books and Brew: 7 p.m. third Friday monthly, ages 21-39.
Mystery: 10 a.m. Fourth Thursday monthly
Info: www.libertybaybooks.com, (360) 779.5909 or e-mail
libertybaybooks@embarqmail.net.
SILVERDALE BOOK SALE: Silverdale Friends of the Library used book sale every Tuesday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Silverdale Library, 3450 NE Carlton.
ADULT WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP: Has openings for interested writers. The group meets at 10 a.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 3431 Lowell St. in Old Town Silverdale. Info: E-mail blsacre@juno.com or call (360) 598-2375 after 7 p.m.
FOR CONCISE CRITIQUING: And stimulation, join the Fiction Writer’s Workshop which meets at 7 p.m. every Monday night at the Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse — 19003 Front St. in Poulsbo. Cost is $6 per meeting, which includes a latte. Info: www.poulsbohemian.com or call Marianna (360) 779-9199 for poetry or Sue (360) 297-3713 for fiction.
MUSIC
ONE SHOT MOLLY: Voted Kitsap County’s favorite band in 2008, will play at 9 p.m. April 24 at the Filling Station, 11200 NE Highway 104, Kingston. Info: (360) 297-7732.
LIVE AT THE PEGASUS: Seattle songwriter Steph Patton (www.myspace.com/spattonak) and Ryan Giffin, solo alternative/acoustic/rock (www.myspace.com/ryangiffin), will share the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 24; while Bainbridge Island vocalist and songwriter Lucy Dickinson (www.lucydickinsonmusic.com) will play at the same time April 25. April 26 Rick Barrenger hosts MCR Open Mic, all ages and all styles welcome for songs, instrumentals, poems and readings. A piano is available.All shows are by donation. Pegasus Coffee House, 131 Parfitt Way, Bainbridge Island, www.pegasuscoffeehouse.com or (206) 842-6725.
FOLK ROCK BAND 41 MILES: Plays April 24, at 8 p.m. at the Global Bean followed by the alternative acoustic stylings of Seattle singer/songwriter Trevor Larkin at the same time April 25. Next week, Mark Moore plays Americana/blues tunes at 7 p.m. on April 30. All shows are all ages, cup of coffee for the cover at the Bean, 2021 NW Myhre Road in Silverdale. Info: www.theglobalbean.com.
SEATTLE BAND I DECLARE WAR: Joins Womb and His Matthews, a Botch tribute featuring members of Kane Hodder, Claymore and Schoolyard heroes along with Ken Parker, Open Fire and Abandoned Fetus at 7 p.m. April 24 at the Dome, 5640 Kitsap Way in Bremerton. All ages, $10, presented by Big Mouth Music. Info: myspace.com/bigmouthmusic.
FROM LAS VEGAS: Broke City comes to Bremerton for a date with The New Affair at 9 p.m. April 25 at the Manette, preceded by a night of southern rock with Rane Stone and Dead Roots Revival at the same time April 24. Both shows are 21+, $5 cover at the Manette Saloon, 2113 E. 11th St. in Bremerton. Info: www.myspace.com/manettesaloon.
OPERATION IVY TRIBUTE: Seattle’s Operation Ivan returns to Winterland w/ Triple Forte, Legends On Heroin, the Trutones starting at 9:30 p.m. April 24, followed by the .357 String Band with Wreckin’ Machine and James Hunnicutt at the same time April 25. Both shows are 21+, $5 cover at Winterland, 1220 Sylvan Way in Bremerton. Info: www.myspace.com/winterlandrocks.
IMG OPEN HOUSE: Faculty Concert at 7 p.m. April 24 at the Island Music Guild, 10598 Valley Road NE, Bainbridge Island. There will be several live performances in an array of styles from rock to classical. Desserts and refreshments will be served. Info: (206) 780-6911 or www.islandmusic.org.
SLIP 45: In association with Seattle’s Imperial VIP, hosts another installment of the Social at 9 p.m. April 25, 714 Bay St. in Port Orchard, featuring gogo dancers, drink specials and DJ harsh. 21+, $10 cover. Info: myspace.com/slip45music, myspace.com/seattleimperialvip.
THE CHARLESTON MUSIC VENUE: Hosts the Portland band Rum Rebellion along with Golden Shower Child, The Them, Country Cuntroll and …Is Electric, starting at 7 p.m. April 25, followed by the legendary Dr. Know with The Assassinators, YIA, Madmartigan and Bad Genes, Bremerton Pyrate Punx present at the same time April 26. Next week, Joey Farr and the Fuggins Wheat Band play with Your Divine Tragedy and more at 7 p.m. April 29, while Ramona Come Closer headlines with Can’t Hardly Wait Veritas and Lost Cause at the same time April 30. All shows are all ages, bar w/ ID at the Chuck, 333 Callow Ave. in Bremerton. $5 cover for most, $7 for Dr. Know. Info: www.myspace.com/thecharlestonmusicvenue.
CAT LOVES CROW: A vocal duo, will be playing a show at 7:30 p.m. April 25 at the Island Music Guild. Info: www.catlovescrow.com.
BSO AND BIYO: Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra & Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra will collaborate for A Musical Herticage, featuring works by Mussorgsky, Mozart, Haydn, Smetana and Stravinsky at 3 p.m. April 26 at Bainbridge Performing Arts, 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for seniors, students, youth, military, and teachers. Info: (206) 842-8569 or www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
TWO BANDS JOIN FORCES: Heather Masse of the Wailin’ Jennys and Aoife O’Donovan of the band Crooked Still, have teamed up to form their own band, the Heather Masse Aoife O’Donovan Band. They’ll take the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 26 at the Island Music Guild in Rolling Bay, 10598 Valley Road, Bainbridge. Tickets are now available on line for $15 at: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/62208 or $17 at the door.
DAVE WEBB: Will perform his new musical program “The Black Influence on American Folk Music from Slavery to the Presidency” at 7 p.m. on May 1 Seabold Methodist Church, 6894 NE Seabold Church Roadd, Bainbridge, as part of the Spring Fling. He will explore how black history and culture influenced traditional American folk music. As with all Dave’s programs, there will be some history and humor as well as ample opportunity to sing along with music from our rich heritage of American folk music. Suggested donation $10 to Seabold UMC. Info: www.islandmusic.org.
DAVE PECK TRIO: First Sundays at the Commons presents the Dave Peck Trio featuring jazz pianist Dave Peck with Jeff Johnson on bass and Reade Whitwell on drums at 4 p.m. May 3 at the Bainbridge Commons, which is located next to the Senior Center at 402 Brien Drive by Waterfront Park. Admission is at the door (no advanced ticket sales) $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students. Info: www.davepeckmusic.org and www.firstsundaysconcerts.org.
CORKEY SIEGEL’S CHAMBER BLUES: Which integrates the delicate structure and complex qualities of chamber music with the emotion and spontaneity of the blues, will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 4 at the Bremerton Performing Arts Center, 1500 13th St., Bremerton. Ticket prices will be announced. Info: (360) 473-0905.
ONGOING JAM SESSIONS: At the Island Music Guild — 10598 Valley Road on Bainbridge — include:
A jazz ensemble workshop: from 7-9:20 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. $5 donation requested. Info: E-mail Mike at msellman@att.com
Drum workshop: Monday evenings every week. Info: call Micah at (206) 818-5859.
Old Time Fiddle Tune Jam: Lead by Stuart Williams from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month. $5 requested. Info: call Stuart at (206) 323-8004.
Reel Time Celtic jam: Meets from 4-5:30 p.m. on second Fridays in Poulsbo Led by Jane Landstra of Country Capers. Lessons for first level fiddlers are from 4-5:30 on third Fridays in Poulsbo. Info: E-mail Jane at c_capers@yahoo.com or call (360) 697-6192.
Samspel Scandinavian Jam/less: Led by Jane Landstra from 4-5:30 p.m. on the fourth Fridays. Info: c_capers@yahoo.com or call (360) 697-6192.
SILVERDALE’S MUSICAL COFFEE SHOP: The Global Bean, located at 2021 NW Myhre, ste. 101 in Silverdale, is hosting a traditional Irish jam session at 7 p.m. on the second an fourth Wednesdays of the month. All players of Irish tunes and instruments are welcome. Info: http://theglobalbean.com or call (360) 692-9582.
CHORUS OF SWEET ADELINES: Meet at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the First Baptist Church at 1410 Ohio St. in Bremerton. Women of all ages are invited to come out and sing. Info: www.kitsappines.org or call Kathy at (360) 297-8414.
WHISKEY CREEK STEAKHOUSE: Dixieland jazz first Tuesday 5 p.m. monthly; various artists seven nights a week, 5 p.m.; Trumpet by Yvonne, 5 p.m. Wednesdays. Whiskey Creek Steakhouse, 1918 Washington St., Keyport. Info: (360) 779-3481.
NATURE & OUTDOORS.
CELEBRATE THE OUTDOORS: With a nature walk on Gorst Creek on April 25. Sponsored by the Great Peninsula Conservancy’s outdoor activity program. Info: info@greatpeninsula.org or www.greatpeninsula.org.
OUTDOOR VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT: The Foulweather Bluff Preserve Nature Conservancy is searching for volunteer stewards to serve as the Preserve’s caretakers and eyes and ears. Training is provided, time commitment is one day per week or one day every two weeks. Info: Call Barbara at (206) 343-4345 ext. 361.
TAKE A HIKE: The Kitsap Mountaineers coordinated courses are under way. Info: www.kitsapmountaineers.org.
SUSTAINABLE GARDENING PRACTICES: The Washington State University Kitsap Extension will be giving seminars on sustainable gardening practices including topics of pest management, efficient watering systems, soil improvement and appropriate plants this winter. Classes are $35 per day, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Norm Dicks Government Center, 345 6th St. in Bremerton. For schedule, registration and more info, go to http://kitsap.wsu.edu/events/pdf/2009_Gardening_Courses.pdf or call (360) 337-7224.
KITSAP MOUNTAINEERS: Meet on the second Thursday of each month for social time and interesting program at the Kitsap Cabin, 3000 Seabeck Highway in Bremerton. Meetings are for members and anyone interested in learning more about the program. Info: www.kitsapmountaineers.org.
WILDLIFE VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT: West Sound Wildlife Shelter on Bainbridge Island seeking volunteers for variety of duties ranging from hands-on work with wildlife to office work. Information (206) 780-8508 or www.westsoundwildlife.org.
PENINSULA WILDERNESS CLUB: Variety of outdoor activities. Meets 7 p.m. second Monday monthly, Kitsap Unitarian Bldg., 4418 Perry Ave., East Bremerton Visitors welcome. Info: www.pwckitsap.org.
FILM
MATINEES THAT MATTER: “Flow,” is an award-winning investigation into what experts label the most important political and environmental issue of the 21st Century — The World Water Crisis. It plays at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 26 at The Orchard, 822 Bay St., Port Orchard, and 5 p.m. April 25 and 26 at the Historic Lynwood Theatre, 4569 Lynwood Center Road NE, Bainbridge. Info: (360) 850-1082 or www.orchardtheater.com (206) 842-3080 or www.lynwoodtheatrecom.
THEATER
IMPROV COMEDY: Join The Portable Reality Show at 7:30 p.m. May 2 at the Jewel Box Theater, 225 NE Iverson. Info: (360) 779-9688 or www.brownpapertickets.com.
JEWEL BOX NEEDS YOU: The Jewel Box Theatre in Poulsbo is seeking front of house and behind the scenes volunteers. Info: (360) 779-9688 or jewelboxpoulsbo@hotmail.com.
WWCA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS: Western Washington Center for the Arts theater in Port Orchard seeking volunteers for house manager, concession sales, lighting and ushers. For information on applying call (360) 769-7469.
BPA VOLUNTEERS: Bainbridge Performing Arts seeking volunteers for wide variety of jobs, from stagecraft and lighting to concessions and fundraising. Contact Ruth Lentz at rlentz@theplayhouse.org.
MISC.
‘‘CALL TO THE WILD:’ The West Sound Wildlife Shelter’s fifth annual gala dinner, auction, and Earth week celebration will be from 5-9:30 p.m. April 25 at the Kiana Lodge, 14976 Sandy Hook Road NE, Poulsbo. All the proceeds will be used by the West Sound Wildlife Shelter, a nonprofit wildlife hospital, accomplish its mission of saving the lives of local wild animals. Tickets for the event are $75 per person or $600 per table of eight. Info: (206) 855-9057 or www.westsoundwildlife.org.
BORDER PATROL: Pakistan and Afghanistan will be the topic of coversation for Great Decisions: A Series of Community Discussions on International Issues, from 9:30-11 a.m. April 25 at the Bainbridge Public Library, 1270 Madison N. The event is free Info: (206) 842-4162.
ROSE SMITH BENEFIT: Rose Smith, who has worked with her son, Gabriel Lee, to establish the Artists for Freedom and Unity in Bremerton, has been diagnosed with cancer. A spaghetti feed and art sale to benefit Smith will be from noon to 3 p.m. April 26 at the Bremerton Eagles Aerie #192, 205 6th St., Bremerton. Donations will be accepted and appreciated. Info: Pat Cooper at p.t.r.cooper@gmail.com or Jane Rebelowski at janerebelowski@earthlink.net.
BAC SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE: Applications are now available for two art scholarships, awarded each year to graduating seniors who live or go to school on Bainbridge Island, and who plan to continue their study of art. The Pauli Family Scholarship ($2,000) is awarded to a student who demonstrates excellence in a variety of mediums. The Rosalyn Gale Powell Scholarship ($1,000) is awarded to a student who demonstrates excellence in one medium. Applications are available at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, Bainbridge High School, and Eagle Harbor High School. To receive an application by e-mail, students may write victoria@bacart.org. Applications are due by 6 p.m. April 29. Bainbridge Arts and Crafts is located at 151 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island. Info: Victoria Josslin (206) 842-3132 or e-mail Victoria@bacart.org.
LIMERICK CONTEST READING: It’s a celebration of the best in the second annual Bainbridge Island Limerick Contest at 7:30 p.m. April 30 at Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E Bainbridge. Info: (206) 692-2375.
DINING OUT FOR LIFE: Monica’s Waterfront Bakery, 3472 NW Byron St., Old Town Silverdale, will host Dining Out for Life on April 30. The bakery will donate 30 percent of sales to the Kitsap County HIV AIDS Foundation. Info: (360) 698-2991.
VINO AGAINST CANCER: The Body reForm Relay for Life Team is hosting a wine tasting and the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life from 6-8:30 p.m. May 1. The event will be at BODY reFORM Pilates Studio, 9321 Bayshore Drive, Old Town Silverdale. Info/tickets: (360) 662-0615.
FROM BACH TO ROCK: Naval Hospital Bremerton’s inaugural Got Talent showcase a wide variety of gifted musicians, able amateurs and skilled artists. The event is a fundraiser for the hospital’s Reach Out & Read program and will be at 6 p.m. on May 2 in the Bangor Plaza Trident Ballroom on Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor and is open to the general public. The Reach Out & Read program promotes early literacy by giving new books to children and advice to parents about the importance of reading aloud to their children. Info: Karen at (360) 550-4070; Kris at (360) 204-5252 or (360) 301-3839 or Amber at (360) 692-7156.
CALLING ALL SEAGULL CALLERS: Port Orchard’s 21st annual Seagull Calling Festival is squawking into town at 1 p.m. May 2 at Port Orchard’s waterfront park. The event, where folks often compete in costume and the judges aren’t above bribery, has been featured on Jay Leno, A&E’s “The Competition,” “CBS Sunday Morning” and KING 5’s “Evening Magazine” in recent years. Info: www.portorchard.com.
FELLOWSHIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: The Artist Trust/Washington State Arts Commission Fellowship awards $7,500 to practicing professional artists of exceptional talent and demonstrated ability. The fellowship is a merit-based, not project-based award. Artist Trust seeks applications from individual generative artists for the 2009 fellowship. This year artists in the following categories are invited to apply: music, media, literary and craft arts. Deadline is June 12. Info: artisttrust.org.
‘MUG UP: At the Kingston Art Gallery every first Thursday at 10 a.m. to noon. Bring your mug and creative spirit and enjoy coffee and conversation with artists and those who love art every month at the corner of West Kingston Road and Highway 104, at Cleo’s Landing. Info: at (360) 297-5133.
WEST SOUND CYCLING CLUB: And Stella’s Pizza and Pasta are conducting weekly Saturday bicycle rides for cyclists of varying abilities. Rides are typically 30 to 40 miles in length. Rides start at 10 a.m. Charles Anglican Church on the corner of 305 and Forest Rock Lane (by Central Market) each Saturday. Rides are social in nature and sometimes feature latte stops or a ride recap at Stellas. Info: Tim at (360) 340-5944 or westsoundcycling.com.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: The Gift Shop at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport is seeking weekday volunteers for shifts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1-4 p.m. at 1 Garnett Way in Keyport. Base access is not necessary, store proceeds benefit the Naval Undersea Museum Foundation. Info: Call Daina at (360) 697-1537.
FREE FIRST THURSDAYS: The board of directors at the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum are now offering free admission to the museum, located at 215 Ericksen Ave. on Bainbridge, during the first Thursday of every month. Info: www.bainbridgehistory.org or call (206) 842-2773.
VIOLINISTS TO FIDDLERS: Interested in turning your violin into a fiddle? An interest list is being compiled for an old-time fiddle workshop with Ken Waldman and and Tania Opland. Info: (206) 842-2306.
KITSAP COUNTY CHESS CLUB: Meets for games from 6-8 p.m. every Wednesday night at the downtown Bremerton library, 612 Fifth St. in Bremerton. All ages and experiences levels are welcome. Info: (360) 377-3955.
THE GREAT NORWESTERS: Toastmasters Club meets from noon to 1 p.m. every first and third Thursday of the month at The Northwest Design Center — 18850 State Highway 305 in Poulsbo. Info: http://greatnorwesters.freetoasthost.net or call Kathy (360) 301-1864.
AGATE PASSAGE FRIENDS: A Quaker silent worship group hosts a discussion of spiritual poetry at 9 a.m. the first Sunday of every month at Seabold Hall, 14454 Komedal Road on Bainbridge. Info: www.quaker.org/agate-passage.
