ARTS & CRAFTS
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Kingston Art Gallery invites local artists to join the co-op gallery. Information and applications at the gallery, corner of SR 104 and West Kingston Rd., Kingston or online at www.kingstonartgallery.com.
ART CLASSES: Adult drawing and painting classes 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, children’s classes 11 a.m. Saturdays, $15 per session. Figure drawing noon to 2 p.m. Thursdays. All classes Manchester Art Gallery, 8075 E. Main St., Manchester. Information (360) 551-9144 or pnuchims@aol.com.
AUDITIONS
Ovation! Musical Theatre Bainbridge: will hold auditions for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s American classic, “Oklahoma!” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 24 and 25 at the Bainbridge Commons. All parts are open and performers of all ages (8 and older) and experience levels are encouraged. Prepare a song and bring music for the pianist. No pop or a capella songs. Parts for non-singing dancers as well. Information, including parts and vocal ranges and audition tips can be found at www.ovationmtb.com. To schedule an audition appointment, call (206) 842-0472 or e-mail info@ovationmtb.com.
CAPPELLA CHOIRS AUDITIONS: Cappella Choirs in Port Orchard seeking youth grades 3-12 for after-school choir programs. Also tour choir auditions for youth in grades 6-12. For information or to schedule an audition call (360) 895-3200.
DANCE
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.
MONDAY FOLK DANCING: Scandinavian dance lessons Monday evenings, ongoing at Poulsbo Sons of Norway, 18891 Front St. NE, Poulsbo. Live music every third Monday of month. Information at (360) 779-2460.
LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE: Paws and Taws Square Dance Club hosts weekly lessons 7:30 p.m. every Monday at Kitsap Square Dance Center, 6800 W Belfair Valley Rd., Bremerton. First night free, then $3 per lesson. Information at (360) 692-9335.
GALLERIES &
EXHIBITIONS
BAINBRIDGE ARTS AND CRAFTS: January shows at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, 151 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, are printmaker Tracy Lang, sculptor Brian Berman and “Many Layers,” with Kate Dwyer, Anne Lewis and Karin Schminke.
GALLERY FRAGA: January show at Gallery Fraga, 166 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island is “Birds of a Feather,” group show.
GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Elizabeth Smith, mixed media through Feb. 28, Grace Episcopal Church gallery, 8595 NE Day Rd., Bainbridge Island.
KINGSTON ART GALLERY: January artist at Kingston Art Gallery, 25960 Central Ave. South NE, Kingston is watercolorist Ed Weston. Month-long Studio Sale with work from gallery members on sale.
CHECKERS ESPRESSO & GALLERY: January artist at Checkers Espresso & Gallery, 18881 Front St., Poulsbo, is painter Judy Odell, showing gicleé prints.
NORTHWEST DESIGN CENTER: January artist at Northwest Design Center, 18850 SR 305, Poulsbo, is Michael Matheson.
AMERICAN MARINE SILVERDALE: Showing through February at American Marine Bank, Silverdale, are Denise Mahoney, Amanda Davidson, Kelli Breeton-Fairall, Libby Sullivan, Maggie Huft and Evy Halvorsen.
CAFE RIVISTA: Kitsap Artists Association members exhibiting artwork at Cafe Rivista, 2966 NW Bucklin Hill Rd., Silverdale, through January.
COLLECTIVE VISIONS: January show at Collective Visions Gallery, 331 Pacific Ave., Bremerton, is “Snow” with works by gallery members and “Pieces of You” with works by Eugenia Woolman.
SIDNEY ART GALLERY: January show at Sidney Art Gallery, 202 Sidney Ave., Port Orchard is 30th Annual Student Art Show.
A BIG IDEA: January artist at A Big Idea, 724 Bay St., Port Orchard, is furniture designer and artist Bill Scheidler.
MANCHESTER GALLERY: “Figure Drawings, from the Figure Series,” with Greg Scott, Kristy Ewing and others, Jan. 13 through Feb. 12, Manchester Gallery, 8075 E. Main St., Manchester.
LITERARY
LIBERTY BAY BOOK GROUPS:
• JOY LUCK: 11 a.m. First Friday monthly.
• DAYTIME: 10 a.m. second Tuesday monthly.
• NONFICTION: 10 a.m. during third week monthly, call bookstore for date (360) 779-5909.
• EVENING: 7 p.m. third Wednesday, call for current meeting information.
• MYSTERY: 10 a.m. fourth Thursdays.
All groups meet at Liberty Bay Books, 18881-D Front St., Poulsbo. For information call (360) 779-5909.
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.
UNSTRUCTURED WRITING GROUP: Meets 9:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday at Liberty Bay Books, 18881-D Front St., Poulsbo. All writers welcome. Information (360) 830-4968 or bobschumacher@attglobal.net.
MUSIC
TIZLEYS EUROPUB: Open mic 8-11 p.m. Wednesdays. Rick May and Gil Yslas, Celtic grooves 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays. Saturdays: Kimberly Lynn, bass soloist 8-10 p.m. Feb. 3, Mark Moore, blues 7:30-9:30 p.m. Feb. 10, Paundy: acoustic, lounge and other sounds 8-10 p.m. Feb. 17, Carrie Clark, country, blues and cabaret 8-10 p.m. Feb. 24. All shows no cover and all ages at 18928 Front St., Poulsbo, (360) 394-0080
PONDERAY CAFE: Mark Lewis, alto sax/flute, plays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. with Bud Schultz (Feb. 1), who also plays vibes, Norm Bellas (Feb. 8), Ray Ohls (Feb. 15) and Overton Berry (Feb. 22) at the Ponderay Cafe & Lounge, 610 N. Callow, Bremerton. Info: (360) 479-4487, www.marklewismusic.com.
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. Information (360) 895-3200.
ONGOING AT IMG: Island Music Guild, 10598 Valley Rd., Bainbridge Island hosts the following ongoing events:
• Drumming workshop led by Ian Turner, 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, $10 adults, $5 children.
• Composers Club, 7-9 p.m. third Tuesdays, led by Bruce Galloway. Chance to work on compositions with fellow composers.
• “Lollygag,” informal music discussion group led by IMG Pres. Dave Bristow, noon to 2 p.m. every Thursday.
• Old Time Fiddle Tune Jam, 7-9:30 p.m. third Thursdays, $5.
• Jazz Ensemble Workshop, 7:30-9:30 p.m., $5 donation, second and fourth Thursdays.
• Teen open mic night, 7 p.m. second Fridays.
• Zeitgeist Teen Dance Series, 6:30-9:45 p.m. second Saturdays, featuring local bands.For information on any events call IMG at (206) 780-6911.
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. Information (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. (360) 779-3481.
MAIN STREET ALEHOUSE: Open mic Thursdays and Sundays with Liam, 7:30 p.m., no cover, 21 and over. Main Street Alehouse, Kingston.
NATURE & OUTDOORS
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
THEATER
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.
JEWEL BOX SEEKS VOLUNTEERS: Jewel Box Theatre, Poulsbo, seeking front of house and behind the scenes volunteers. Orientation every third Saturday of the month at 2p.m. or third Wednesday at 7p.m. Information at (360) 779-9688 or jewelboxpoulsbo@hotmail.com.
BPA VOLUNTEERS: Bainbridge Performing Arts seeking volunteers for wide variety of jobs, from stagecraft and lighting to concessions and fundraising. Contact Tim Davidson at (206) 842-8578.
MISC.
JAPANESE FLOWERS: Mrs. Aiko Li of the Sogetsu School of Ikbana will teach Japanese flower arranging from 10 a.m. to noon the first and third Saturdays of the month (Feb. 3 and 17) through June at the Bainbridge Senior Center in the Bainbridge Commons. Info: (360) 297-2901.
QUILT SHOW: Kitsap Quilter’s Guild will present aQuilted Treasurer’s Quilt Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 16 and 17 at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds – Presidents Hall. Feature Artist will be Heidi Lund.
Donation: $4 (age 10 and under, free). Info: (360) 373-4798
STAR GAZING: A class on “Observing the Universe*” will be held from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at Ritchie Observatory at Battle Point Park on Bainbridge. Learn the best ways to use astronomical telescopes to observe planets, nebulae, galaxies, comets, moon and sun in a workshop sponsored by the Bainbridge Island Parks Department and the Battle Point Astronomical Society. The BPAA will furnish telescopes. $5.00 Registration fee. Info: (206) 842-9152.
HUMANE SOCIETY AUCTION: Kitsap Humane Society hosts “Wine, Wags & Whiskers” fund-raising auction 6 p.m. Feb. 3, Kiana Lodge. Includes wines from local wineries, desserts. Tickets $45 if reserved by Jan. 25, $55 at the door. Call (360) 692-6977 or email events@kitsaphumane.org.
WINE SOCIETY EVENT: Kitsap Wine Society hosts “Favorite House Wines,” 7 p.m Feb. 3, Clear Creek Community Club, 12641 Clear Creek Rd. NW, Silverdale. Cost $22 members, $32 guests. Reserve by Jan. 26. Information blounsberry@wavecable.com.
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 EVENTS: North Kitsap Eagles #3686 at 4230 Lincoln Road, Poulsbo hosts the following events: dinner 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, $5; breakfasts 9 a.m. to noon Sundays, $5; dances 7-10 p.m. Sundays, donation at the door. 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.
