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ARTS & CRAFTS

TEEN ACTOR’S PROGRAM: The Changing Scene Theatre provides training for teens ages 13 and older and youth ages 8-12 starting May 10. Classes will be held in five-week units, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Changing Scene, 5889 State Hwy. 303 in Bremerton. Cost is $200 for the course covering audition technique, stage movement, voice, improv, script analysis and performance. Info: www.changingscenenorthwest.org or call (360) 792-8601.

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHERS: Don Paulson and Laurie Usher are hosting a three-day workshop and exploration of Nature Photography in a Digital Age May 8-10 at the Seabold Christian Conference Center. Classroom time and in the field instructions aim will teach how to take full advantage of digital features. Cost with workshops, meals and lodging is $345. To register, contact the Seabeck Conference Center at www.seabeck.org or call (360) 830-5010.

AUDITIONS

‘LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS:’ The Jewel Box is announcing an audition call for the upcoming production of the Neil Simon classic from 2-4 p.m. May 10 and 2-4 p.m. May 11 at the Jewel Box, 225 Iverson St. in Poulsbo. Roles are open for one middle-aged man and three women ages 18-35. Info: Call (360) 779-9688.

DANCE

SECOND SATURDAY DANCE: The May 10 dance sponsored by the BI Metro Park and Rec district will be preceded by a “Swingin’ Foxtrot Workshop” at 7:30 p.m. May 10 at the Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Road on Bainbridge. A DJ’d dance with guest DJ Steve Brien will follow. Cost is $5 teens/$10 adults. Info: www.educatedfeet.net.

PENINSULA DANCE THEATRE: Will present “Cinderella” a comedic ballet danced to music by Prokofiev, performed by the Peninsula Ballet Orchestra under the direction of Alan Futterman, at 8 p.m. May 10 and again 3 p.m. May 11 at the Admiral Theatre, 515 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton. Tickets are $22 main floor, $17 adults, $12 seniors and students for festival seating and $10 for kids under 10. Info: www.peninsuladancetheatre.org or call (360) 377-2027.

GALLERIES &

EXHIBITIONS

BEVERLY GIMLIN’S NEW PAINTINGS: “Diary of an Island” will be featured throughout May at Gallery Fraga, 167 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Moonlight, nighttime and the weather — especially snow and ice — and of course water figure into Gimlin’s work. Bainbridge painter Peggy Fogliano will also be on display. Info: www.beverlygimlin.com, www.galleryfraga.com, (206) 842-1150.

WHIDBEY ISLAND ARTIST: Francy Blumhagen has been showing and exhibiting her paintings and collages for more than 30 years. Her work will be showing through June 30 on the walls of the Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse, 19003 Front St. in Poulsbo. Info: www.poulsbohemian.com or call Marianna at (360) 779-9199.

‘THE FIGURE’: Seven local/regional artists who excel in portraying the human figure are featured in the May show, working in oils, pastels, acrylics and mono-types, at the Roby King Galleries, 176 Winslow Way E on Bainbridge. Info: www.robykinggalleries.com or call (206) 842-2063.

THE GALLERY AT GRACE: Will feature an exhibit titled “Ring of Fire” featuring new pen and ink work by Elizabeth Reed Smith through June 30 in the foyer of Grace Episcopal Church, 8595 Day Road on Bainbridge. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Info: Call (206) 842-9997 or e-mail annie@gracehere.org.

‘HANDLE THE BIRDS’: Is the new show on display May 8 through June 10 at the Kingston Art Gallery in downtown Kingston. Featured artist Harv Kolln, spirit bird carver and colored pencilist Christy Camerer will be feted at the Second Saturday Gallery Night, 5-8 p.m. May 10. Info: www.kingstonartgallery.com or call (360) 297-5133.

THROUGH THE CAMERA LENS: Old Town Custom Framing and Gallery is hosting an exhibit of eight local photographers’ work on its walls throughout May 24 at 3255 NW Lowell Street in Old Town Silverdale. Info: www.oldtowncustomframing.com or call (360) 698-1507.

GLORIFYING WATERCOLORS: Nina Dempsey’s To God be the Glory watercolor exhibit will be on display daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. May 1-29 at Checkers Espresso & Gallery 188881 Front Street in downtown Historic Poulsbo (on Poulsbo’s Havne Veien Walkway). Refreshments will be provided. Info: Jim Wise (360) 697-2559.

TRIPLE SHOT: The Verksted Gallery is featuring three artists in the month of May. Textile artist/hatmaker Anita Albala refers to her work as “right brain hats for a left brain world.” Albala uses the finest wool, yarns, handmade felt and luxurious faux furs to build her one-of-a-kind hats. Marcia Peterson has designed a line of tiny, poseable “Garden Fairies” — handmade using designer doll clay imported from the Netherlands. Also included in Peterson’s figurative art repertoire are pixies, puddle maids and distinctive fairytale creatures like “The Frog Princess” and the “Three Blind Mice.” Photographer Gordon C. Webb’s “Then & Now” series will include shots of familiar scenes in Poulsbo matched with period photographs from the Poulsbo Historical Society’s collection. Verksted Gallery is located at 18937 Front St. in Poulsbo. Info: (360) 697-4470 or www.verkstedgallery.com.

WATERSCAPES: Sydni Sterling’s vibrant acrylic paintings of water lilies and koi will be on display through May 31 at Collective Visions, 331 Pacific Ave. Bremerton. Sterling’s expressive style captures the movement, color and light of her favorite subject—water gardens. Info: (360) 377-8327 or www.collectivevisions.com.

FIRE UP THE KILN: “Beasts of the Kiln,” an exhibit of woodfired ceramic critters, will be on display at The Island Gallery, 100-106 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island, from May 2-31. Info: (206) 780-9500 or www.theislandgallery.com.

LOCAL ARTIST GREGG SCOTT: Will showcase his work “People on Paper” through May 31 at the Custom Picture Framing shop, 839 Bay St. in Port Orchard. A reception is slated for 4-6 p.m. May 9. Info: Call Mallory at (360) 876-1031.

NEW PAINTINGS FROM: Local artist Marylyn Miller are on the walls of the Poulsbohemian Coffehouse, 19003 Front St. in Poulsbo through May. Info: www.poulsbohemian.com or call (360) 779-9199.

FESTIVAL

VIKING FEST: Poulsbo’s celebration of Norwegian heritage will be May 16-18 featuring a parade, a carnival, a road race, music, food and fair throughout downtown Poulsbo. And new this year the Iron Chef cooking competition. Info: www.vikingfest.org.

ARMED FORCES DAY PARADE: Bremerton’s 60th annual celebration of Armed Forces Day will begin at 7 a.m. with the Lions Pancake Breakfast and commence with the parade at 10 a.m. May 17 in downtown Bremerton. Info: www.bremertonchamber.org

LITERARY

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST: And director of Lifespan Psychological Services of Washington state, author Stephen E. Curtis will speak on his new book “Understanding Your Child’s Puzzling Behavior: A Guide For Parents of Children With Behavioral, Social and Learning Challenges” at 7:30 p.m. May 15 at Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call (206) 842-5332.

A MULTI-MEDIA EVENT: By Kathleen O’Brien and Kathleen Smith, based on their book “The Northwest Green Home Primer” will be at 7:30 p.m. May 8 at the Eagle Harbor Book Company, 157 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call (206) 842-5332.

MARITIME AND MILITARY HISTORY AUTHOR: Mary Kline Rose will share the story of an enlisted man who kept a forbidden journal of his experience aboard the USS United States in her book “Guarding International Secrets.” She’ll be presenting that book at 6:30 p.m. May 16 at the Kitsap County Historical Society Museum at 280 Fourth St. in Bremerton. Free. Info: www.kitsaphistory.org or call (360) 479-6226.

BAINBRIDGE AUTHOR: Julie Hall will bring her new book “A Hot Planet Needs Cool Kids” at 11 a.m. May 18 to Eagle Harbor, 167 Winslow Way on Bainbridge, discussing climate change, how people are working to reduce it and ways kids, families and schools can join in. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call (206) 842-5332.

BAINBRIDGE BOOK SALE: The Bainbridge Friends of the Library will be hosting a book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 10 at the Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Info: www.bifriends.org.

FREELANCE WRITER, EDITOR AND AUTHOR: Wend Call discusses “How do we render other people’s stories?” at the next Fields End Writers’ Roundtable, 7 p.m. May 20 at the Bainbridge Public Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Info: www.fieldsend.org.

MYSTERY AUTHOR: Elizabeth George will be reading from her new book “Careless in Red” at 3 p.m. May 18 at Eagle Harbor Book Company, 157 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call (206) 842-5332.

POETRY SLAM AT THE AFU: The Artists for Freedom and Unity will be hosting a poetry slam night at 7 p.m. May 16 at the AFU Hall, 318 Callow Ave. in Bremerton. Free. Info: www.myspace.com/artistforfreedomandunity or call (360) 792-1329.

KRL LISTENING SESSIONS: The Kitsap Regional Library invite citizens to discuss the library and how it can better serve its patrons during meetings at a few different KRL branches. Meetings will be at 7 p.m. on Bainbridge, May 8 in Manchester and May 15 in Kingston. Info: www.krl.org or call Susan at (360) 405-9133.

SILVERDALE WRITERS’ ROUND TABLE: Meets at 9:30 p.m. Saturdays at Austin Chase Coffee, 9621 Mickelberry Rd. 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

VIOLIN AND GUITAR DUO: Akemi Uchida and Michael LeFevere will present an evening of classical compositions for the next Collective Visions Gallery concert series at 7 p.m. May 23 at CVG, 331 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Info: www.collectivevisions.com or call (360) 377-8327.

SUGARCANE MUTINY: Seattle band with two shots of rock and a dash of twang will be playing at 9:30 p.m. May 9 at the Manette Saloon, 2113 E. 11th St. in Bremerton. 21+. $5 cover. Info: www.myspace.com/manettesaloon or call (360)

LIVE AT THE PEGASUS: For the weekend May 9-11: Joe Prater and Mike Murray will play acoustic folk originals and traditionals Friday, while Valerie Markell will sing Saturday and Sunday will be an open mic for all styles. All shows are all ages, by donation, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Pegasus Coffeehouse, 131 Parfitt Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.pegasuscoffeehouse.com or call (206) 842-6725.

POULSBO FARMERS MARKET: Will feature the music of acoustic crooner Jeff Moore from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 10 near the corner of 7th and Iverson in Poulsbo. The market also features local produce, prepared food, artisian goods and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday. Info: www.poulsbofarmersmarket.org.

NOT YOUR ORDINARY KIDS BAND: The Lindsay Family — featuring Ryan, 11, on bass, Christina, 8, on drums and Tyler, 13, on trumpet and keyboard — will be performing at 7:30 p.m. May 17 at the Pegasus, 131 Parfitt Way on Bainbridge. Free. Info: www.musiccommunityresources.com.

CLASSIC CHORALE CONCERT: With the Bremerton Symphony Orchestra and Concert Chorale featuring Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony, Shostakovich’s Festive Overature and a choral finale, will be at 4 p.m. May 18 at the Bremerton Performing Arts Center, 1500 13th St. in Bremerton. Tickets are $24 in advance, $26 at the door, $10 for youth and family. Info: www.bremertonsymphony.org or call (360) 373-1722.

SUMMER JAZZ: The Island Gallery introduces its new Summer Jazz Series with the first of five evenings of smooth jazz featuring the Geordie Kelly Jazz Quartet at 7:30 p.m. May 17 at the Island Gallery, 100 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Cost is $20 for adults, $10 for youth. Seating is limited, reservations recommended. Info: www.theislandgallery.net or call (206) 780-9500.

NEUTRALBOY TOUR KICKOFF: The Artist For Freedom and Unity presents Neutralboy’s tour kickoff with Rewind, Artimus Maximus, 9 lb. Beaver and The Enemies Of… at 6 p.m. May 7 at the Charleston Music Venue, 333 Callow Ave. in Bremerton. At the same time May 9, Black Eye Productions presents Bender, Dumbass Jones, Forest of Grey and Red 13, while May 10 will feature Little Big Man, Kamikazi Sex Pilots, Triple Forte and more. All shows are all ages, bar w/ ID at the Charleston. $5 cover. Info: www.myspace.com/thecharlestonmusicvenue.

TIZLEY’S EUROPUB: Located on Front Street in downtown Poulsbo, will be featuring Me & The Boys original and traditional bluegrass at 8 p.m May 9, followed by Dandelion Greens americana at the same time May 10. Info: www.tizleys.com or call (360) 394-0080.

SING PRAISE: The Adam Isaac Band with New Divide will perform at 7 p.m. May 9 at The Silverdale Baptist Church, 8278 State Highway 303 in E. Bremerton. All-ages show, $5 donation at the door. Info: www.silverdalebaptist.com.

FIDDLING TO POETRY: Ken Waldman, Alaska’s fiddler poet, will perform with Tania Opland at 7 p.m. on May 17 at the Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Road, Bainbridge Island. Ken Waldman is truly a national treasure and modern day Alaskan bard. His old-time fiddling, singing, and poetic storytelling captivate all within his sphere, weaving tales of Alaska and life and death and everything in between. Advance adult tickets $13, $15 at the door. Youth tickets are $10. Advance tickets are available Winslow Drug. Info and tickets (206) 842-2306. : www.kenwaldman.com or www.myspace.com/taniaopland.

‘A NIGHT AT THE OPERA’: Will be presented by the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra and Bainbridge Chorale, concluding the symphony’s 35th anniversary season at 7:30 p.m. May 31 and again at 3 p.m. June 1 at Bainbridge Performing Arts, 200 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, military and youth. Info: www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org or call (206) 842-8569.

BELLA LUNA PIZZERIA: Located on the slab in Suquamish hosts an open mic from 6:30 p.m. to close ever Tuesday and Thursday for both songs and spoken word. Info: www.bellalunapizza.com or call (360) 598-5398.

THE JAZZ HOUSE: Located at 322 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton, provides live jazz from a house band starting around 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights. Info: Call (360) 373-2006.

THE KITSAP CHORDSMEN: A local barbershop chorus meets and sings weekly from 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays at the Olympic Evangelical Free Church, 14861 Silverdale Way in Silverdale. New singers and visitors welcome. Info: (360) 337-7464.

THE TREEHOUSE LOUNGE: Located above the Magnolia Cafe on Front Street in downtown Poulsbo hosts an open mic session at 8 p.m. every Thursday. 21+. Info: (360) 697-1447.

GARCIA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Hosts DJ Paisanos Mix from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. every Saturday night at its location on Front Street in Poulsbo. Cover is $10 for guys, free for the ladies. Info: (360) 697-9800.

ONGOING JAM SESSIONS: At the Island Music Guild — 10598 Valley Rd. 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 NEWEST 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.

NEW VENUE FOR LIVE MUSIC: The Clubhouse, formerly Cookies, hosts weekly open mic nights emceed by Randy Parsons with sign ups at 9 p.m. Wednesdays at the bar — 332 S National Ave. in Bremerton. Free. Info: (360) 373-5643.

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.

KITSAP JAZZ SOCIETY: A group of Kitsap citizens have begun the formation of the Kitsap Jazz Society with aspirations of preserving and promoting jazz throughout the county. For more information, call (360) 731-1609.

TREEHOUSE OPEN MIC: John Becker hosts open mic 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at Treehouse Bar, 18830 Front St., Poulsbo. No minors.

BELLA LUNA OPEN MIC: Gary “Smokestack” Shaw hosts open mic 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Bella Luna Pizzeria, Suquamish. Tugboat Bromberg hosts same time Thursdays.

PARENT-CHILD MUSIC CLASSES: Music and movement classes for ages newborn-5 with adult Mondays and Saturdays, Cappella Choirs Music Center, Port Orchard. Cost varies. Info: (360) 895-3200.

COMMUNITY SINGERS: Anyone who loves to sing is invited to join the Community Singers. No experience necessary, well-known songs. Group performs at long-term care facilities and others as requested. Info: (206) 842-9790.

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

MAY FEST: The Bremerton Urban Garden Society will be hosting its 5th annual May Fest, an annual gardening event from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., May 10 at Evergreen Park in Bremerton. Info: www.bugskitsap.org or call Carolee at (360) 405-6423.

BREMERTON FARMERS MARKET: The Bremerton Farmers Market will be opening for the season at 4 p.m. May 15, and will run every Thursday, rain or shine, from 4-7:30 p.m. through October 9. Info: www.bremertonmarket.com or call (360) 621-5934.

ALBERS VISTA GARDENS: A Bremerton non-profit organization accessible only through scheduled tours, has announced its 2008 Garden Tour Schedule with tours slated for 2 p.m. May 16, and 10 a.m. May 31, June 13, June 28, July 18, July 26 and more. By reservation only. Info: Call (360) 908-5887 or e-mail albersvistagardens@gmail.com

MASTER GARDENERS: Are available from 9-11 a.m. to answer questions and give tours through the Anna Smith Garden, located off of Tracyton Road near Fairgrounds Road in Silverdale. Scheduled classes for children are slated for late June. Info: Kathy (360) 895-9512.

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND FARMERS’ MARKET: Opens this weekend at the Town Square at City Hall on the island, featuring farm fresh local produce, art, crafts, food and music from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market will run April 12 through October 18. Info: www.bainbridgefarmersmarket.com or call (206) 855-1500.

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.

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: Lisa Younger at lyounger@tnc.org, (206) 343-4345 ext. 331.

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. Information: www.pwckitsap.org

FILM

THE LYNWOOD THEATRE: Will feature “Married Life” starring Chris Cooper, Pierce Brosnan and Patricia Clarkson along with “Flawless” starring Demi Moore and Michael Caine May 9 through May 15 at 4569 Lynwood Center Road on Bainbridge. For ticket and show time information, go to www.lynwoodtheatre.com or call (206) 842-3080.

OPENING MAY 9: The Orchard Theater, located at 822 Bay St. in Port Orchard, will be featuring the romantic comedy “My Blueberry Nights” the rollicking “Girls Rock” and “Chicago 10” this weekend. For ticket and show time info, go to www.orchardtheater.com or call (360) 895-0564.

THEATER

PORTABLE REALITY SHOW: Will be giving a show to benefit the Kingston Middle School band boosters are 7:30 p.m. May 9 at the Kingston Middle School Commons off of West Kingston Road. Tickets are $20. Info: www.myspace.com/improvrox or call (360) 990-8901.

‘THE SECRET GARDEN:’ Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents “The Secret Garden,” based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, follows an orphan, Mary Lennox, as she brings to life not only a garden but also those who surround her. “The Secret Garden” will play May 9-11, 16-18, and 23-25 at BPA, 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Island. Curtain is 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays, with special pay-what-you-can preview at 7:30 p.m. May 8. Tickets, $20 for adults, and $15 for seniors, military, and youth. Info and tickets: www.BainbridgePerformingArts.org,(206) 842.8569, or at the box office, 200 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Island. Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and one hour prior to each performance.

CHANGING SCENE THEATRE NORTHWEST: Presents William Shakespeare’s romance, The Tempest, as the fourth annual Commedia Dell’Arte production, directed by Derek Niegemann. It will be on the boards April 11 through May 10 with shows at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 6 p.m. Sundays at Changing Scene, 5889 State Highway 303 in Bremerton. Tickets are $15 general, $12 seniors, students and military. Info: www.changingscenenorthwest.org or call (360) 792-8601.

WESTERN WASHINGTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS: Located at 521 Bay St. in Port Orchard will premiere “The Pajama Game” based on the novel “7-1/2 cents by Richard Bissell April 25 with shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. Sunday through May 25. Info: www.wwca.us or call (360) 769-SHOW.

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.

SHADE GROWN COFFEE: A free event sponsored by Kitsap Audubon, Seattle Audubon and Grounds for Change will feature shade-grown coffee samples and info about the shade coffee movement and how to get involved from 1-3 p.m. May 10 at Grounds for Change, 15773 George Lane in Poulsbo. Info: www.shadecoffee.org.

WINE TASTING: Olympic Wine Shop, located in Poulsbo Village next to Taprock NW Grill will be hosting its “Second-Saturday-of-the-Month” wine tasting at 5:30 p.m. May 10. Info: www.poulsbowine.com or call (360) 697-9463.

TRICKS TO SEEING IN THE DARK: Dr. David Kirscher, O.D. will discuss how the human eye adapts to the dark and techniques you can use to see stars better at 7 p.m. May 9 at the Ritchie Observatory in Battle Point Park on Bainbridge Island. Free. Info: www.bpastro.org or call (206) 842-9152.

FRIDAY NIGHT WINE DOWN: Hosted by Monica’s Waterfront Bakery in Old Town Silverdale will be at 7 p.m. May 16. Tickets are $24.95 per person. Info: www.waterfrontbakery.com or call (360) 698-2991.

GIRLS NIGHT OUT: Historic Downtown Poulsbo’s Girls’ Night Out will be from 4-8 p.m. May 8. Customers can pick up their free goodie bags while supplies last at the Cabana in the center of downtown starting at 4 p.m. Enjoy in-store savings, coupons and bonus buys, demonstrations, refreshments, entertainment, boat cruises, raffles, prizes and more. Cap off the night at one of your favorite restaurants hosting “girls’ night” for drink & appetizer specials. Customers must mention the girls’ night out event in order to receive gifts and discounts. Info: (360) 697-3366.

SPRING PLANT SALE: The Poulsbo Garden Club’s spring plant sale will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 10 at the Northwest Design Center, the corner of Hostmark and State Highway 305, Poulsbo. There will be hundreds of plants at bargain prices.

CALLING ALL PLAYWRIGHTS: The Changing Scene Theatre Northwest is accepting unproduced one-act scripts for Summerplay 2008: A Festival of New Works. The deadline is May 30. Plays should be no longer than one hour in length. There is no compensation if the play is selected, however, a full production of the selected plays will be scheduled later this summer. Send a SASE if you wish your play(s) to be returned after the selection process. Please send scripts to the theatre’s mailing address: The Changing Scene Theatre Northwest, 3711 Cartier Drive, Bremerton, WA 98312. Info: Theatre box office (360)792-8601 or www.changingscenenorthwest.org.

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.

THE GRAND ‘OL FOURTH: Bainbridge celebration is seeking vendors for its 2008 event. Applications are available at the Bainbridge Chamber and online at www.bainbridgechamber.com. Deadline is May 23. Info: Call Elizabeth or Kevin at (206) 842-3700.

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.

HOME IMPROVEMENT WORKSHOPS: The Home Depot, located at 21750 Markteplace, near WalMart in Poulsbo, hosts free do-it-yourself workshops every weekend. At 7 p.m. Thursdays: installing bathroom faucets; 10 a.m. Saturdays: energy efficient doors and windows; 11 a.m. Saturdays: working with tile; 1 p.m. Sundays: fixing a leaky toilet. Info: Call the store (360) 779-9924.

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.

KITSAP FRISBEE LEAGUE: Kitsap’s inaugural Ultimate Frisbee League’s registration is on open. Details and registration information is posted at www.discnw.org under the link “Kitsap Hat League.”

LITTLE NORWAY TOASTMASTERS: Public speaking and leadership skills are learned at meetings of the Little Norway Toastmasters Club. Meetings are at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. For location call: (360) 271-5336.

ADOPTION GROUP: Kitsap Adoption Group hosts Adoption Chat, 9 a.m. fourth Saturday monthly, Silverdale Fire Station on Silverdale Way. information (360) 697-6910 or www.kitsapadoptiongroup.com.

WISH MEETS: Support group for families waiting to adopt, Waiting Is So Hard, meets 7 p.m. second Thursday monthly at Joe and Gayle Kohler home. Information (360) 662-0630 or www. kitsapadoptiongroup.com.

GAME NIGHT: Tuesday game nights 5-9 p.m. at The Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse, 19003 Front St., Poulsbo. Variety of board games, $2 minimum snack or beverage purchase.

Business Connections of North Kitsap: Meets first and third Thursdays, 11:32 a.m., Magnolia Cafe, Poulsbo. For information and to register (360) 598-3880 or email mp@coachmaria.com

Stroke Support Group: The Stroke Support Group meets 1 p.m. second Thursday monthly, Iris Room at Harrison Hospital, 1780 NW Myhre Road, Silverdale. Open to stroke survivors, caregivers, families of survivors and the public. Information (360) 337-8980.

AL-ANON/ALATEEN: Al-Anon is for adult family members. Alateen is for teenagers and relatives of alcoholics. Meetings in Kitsap and Mason counties. Schedule: 1-800-344-2666, local meetings 1-866-452-6973 or www.AlAnon.org

KITSAP GEM AND MINERAL: Meets 7:30 p.m. second Friday monthly, Chico Alliance Church, Bremerton.

TOASTMASTERS: Public speaking and leadership skills are learned at Toastmasters meetings. Everyone welcome. Information Port Orchard, (360) 895-8519, Silverdale (360) 830-5834 or Poulsbo, (360) 297-2845.

SIGN LANGUAGE GROUP: Members of the deaf community, interpreters and sign students interested in gathering on an informal basis on Bainbridge or elsewhere. Information (206) 855-8027.

WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SUPPORT: The Bremerton Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meets 7 p.m. fourth Tuesday monthly, Jackson Park Community Service Center, Port Orchard. Information (360) 782-1274.

WOMEN’S ISSUES: The YWCA hosts a woman’s support group focusing on healing from the effects of physical and/or emotional abuse in relationships 1 p.m. first and third Tuesdays monthly in Poulsbo, and 7 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays monthly on Bainbridge Island. Information (206) 780-2031 or (360) 551-3140.

SINGLES CLUB: The Bremerton B&P Singles Club invites all adult singles to join them at activities, dances and socials each month. Information (360) 373-4675 or (360) 479-0317.

NK EAGLES: North Kitsap Eagles #3586 at 4230 Lincoln Road, Poulsbo has the following events: Dinner 6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays for $6.00; Bingo every Sunday. Early Birds are at 12:30 p.m. with the Regular Session starting at 1:00 p.m. Information (360) 779-7272.

ALZHEIMER’S GROUP: Group offers people experiencing symptoms of progressive memory loss a chance to meet others coping with the same problems. Admission free, pre-registration required, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-848-7097.

INTRO COMPUTER SKILLS CLASS: The Literacy Council of Kitsap offers free classes on introductory computer skills from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Fridays in Poulsbo. Materials are $7.

GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS: Meets 7 p.m. second Tuesday monthly, North Kitsap Baptist Church, 20516 Little Valley Road N.E., Poulsbo. Open to gamblers and those affected by gambling. Information (360) 297-7111 or (360) 457-8715.

HUMAN RIGHTS: The Kitsap Human Rights Network meets 6 p.m. fourth Thursday monthly, Events Center at Kitsap Fairgrounds, 1195 Fairgrounds Road, East Bremerton.