WHAT'S GOING ON: For the week of May 14-21 in Kitsap

ARTS & CRAFTS

FINAL CALL TO ARTISTS: For the second annual Bainbridge Island Art and Music Expo, slated for August 2-3. The art show will coincide with the newly named Farmstock Concerts featuring the Dan Tyminski Band of Nashville and jazz legend Hadley Caliman. For prospectus and application visit www.artexpobi.com or call the event coordinator at (206) 819-3618. Deadline: May 31.

CHANGING SCENE THEATRE NORTHWEST: Begins its year-round Teen Actor’s Program, with training for teens age 13+ and youth ages 8-12, on May 24. Course work on audition technique, stage movement, voice, improv, script analysis and performance is included. Cost is $200 for a five-week course, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Info: Call (360) 792-8601 or visit www.changingscenenorthwest.org.

MUSICIANS ARE INVITED: To share their talents by participating in the Bainbridge Island 2008 Summer Studio Tour Aug. 8-10. Interested performers can find more information and a schedule at www.musiccommunityresources.com/summerstudiotour2008.htm. Info: www.musiccommunityresources.com or call (206) 842-5485.

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.

CALL TO ARTISTS: The Kingston Art Gallery, a cooperative gallery, is expanding and looking for fine artists and art teachers to fill their planned classroom and gallery space. Interested artists and teachers should contact Patty at (360) 297-2095 or e-mail pawsmac@mac.com.

CALL TO ARTISTS: Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, a 60-year-old non-profit gallery and arts organization will hold open juries eight times during 2008 for artists interested in showing and selling work at the BAC Gallery located on Winslow Way in Bainbridge. Remaining jury dates are set for May 21, June 18, Sept. 17 and Oct. 15. Info: www.bacart.org or call (206) 842-3132.

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 third Wednesday of each month at the Subway near the Silverdale Albertson’s. All skill levels welcome. Info: Susan at (360) 598-4600.

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

‘LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS:’ Western Washington Center for the Arts in Port Orchard announces auditions for “The Little Shop of Horrors” at 2 p.m. May 24 and 25 at the WWA playhouse, 521 Bay St. in Port Orchard. Info: www.wwca.us or (360) 769-SHOW.

DANCE

A FAIRYTALE REVUE: Dance Ensemble Northwest and Liberty Bay Danceworks will present their spring performance “East of the Sun and West of the Moon, A Fairytale Revue” May 30 and 31 at the North Kitsap Auditorium, near North Kitsap High School on Hostmark Street. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 seniors/kids. Info: www.libertybaydanceworks.com or call (360) 779-7090.

BALLROOM DANCE FOR SENIORS: Classes are held at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday morning at the Bremerton Elks lodge, 4131 Pine Road. in Bremerton. An afternoon dance follows starting at 1 p.m. No experience or partner required. Must pre-register to reserve a space. Info: (360) 877-5181.

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 Road. Bremerton. First night free, then $3 per lesson. Info: (360) 692-9335.

GALLERIES & EXHIBITIONS

LOCAL ARTIST EILEEN SCHNEEGAS: Is the featured artist during May at the Silverdale Fine Arts Gallery, located at 9020 Washington Ave. in Old Town Silverdale. Info: www.silverdalefinearts.com or call (360) 698-5527.

ARTIST ELIZABETH OTTO: Will be showing her luxuriant paintings and figurative monotypes at a new Euro-inspired cafe called Cafe Trios — 772 Winslow Way E. on Bainbridge — through the end of the month. A reception is slated for 1-4 p.m. May 17. Info: Call the cafe at (206) 842-3986.

CHECKERS ESPRESSO & GALLERY: Will be hosting Nina Dempsey’s exhibit of watercolors titled “To God Be The Glory” through May 29 at it’s downtown Poulsbo location at the Havne Veien Walkway at 18881 Front St. Info: Call (360) 697-2559.

PYSANKA UKRAINIAN EGG DECORATION: Artist Judy St. Hill-Schiner will give a brief lecture on art history and a demonstration of Pysanka egg decoration as the Manchester Gallery hosts is monthly gala starting at 1 p.m. May 24 at the gallery, 724 Bay St. in Port Orchard. Eric Matheson will provide live guitar and there will also be a poetry slam at 3 p.m. Info: Call director Paul Nuchims at (360) 895-4270 or e-mail pnuchims@aol.com.

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.

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.

‘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:’ Will be on display through June 10 at the Kingston Art Gallery in downtown Kingston. 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.

FESTIVALS

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

AFU HOSTS SPOKEN WORD: At 7 p.m. May 16 at the AFU Hall, 318 N. Callow Ave. in Bremerton. Free. All are welcome to share poetry, poetry slam throw down possible. Info: www.myspace.com/artistforfreedomandunity or call (360) 782- 1329.

IDENTITY THEFT WORKSHOP: Presented by Kingston-based author and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Byron Acohido and co-author Jon Swartz will be at 6:30 p.m. May 20 at Liberty Bay Books, 18881 Front St. in downtown Poulsbo. Followed by booksigning for their text “Zero Day Threat.” Info: zerodaythreat.com, www.libertybaybooks.com or call the store at (360) 779-5909.

ALASKA MYSTERY WRITER: John Straley will be reading from his new book “The Big Both Ways” at 7:30 p.m. May 22 at Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E on Bainbridge. Info: www.johnstraley.com, www.eagleharborbooks.com or call the store (206) 842-5332.

BAINBRIDGE BOOK SALE: The Bainbridge Friends of the Library will host a book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 27 at the Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Info: www.bifriends.org.

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.

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.

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 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

LIVE AT THE PEGASUS: For the weekend May 16-18, Cassie Corelle comes over from Bothell with her country pop Friday, while the Lindsay Family jazz combo will play Saturday. Sunday will be an open mic for all styles. All shows are all ages, by donation starting at 7:30 p.m. at Pegasus Coffeehouse, 131 Parfitt Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.pegasuscoffeehouse.com or call (206) 842-6725.

ALASKAN FIDDLER POET: And feted national treasure Ken Waldman will be performing with special guest Tania Opland at 7 p.m. May 17 at the Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Road on Bainbridge. Then at 3 p.m. May 18 he’ll give a special kids concert at the Strawberry Hill mini-gym, 7666 High School Road on Bainbridge, preceded by an old-time fiddle workshop from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Register for the workshop or reserve tickets by calling (206) 842-2306. Info: www.kenwaldman.com

REDEMPTION CITY: Will be slamming with Kilkahl, Nasty Left and Audacity at 9 p.m. May 17 at the Ironhead Saloon, 2711 Sixth St. in Bremerton. At the same time May 16, Jupiter Mining Corporation will take the stage with guests. Info: www.myspace.com/ironheadsaloon.

FREDDY PINK: Local rock and soul band will be hosting its Soul Reunion from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. May 16 and 17 at the Clearwater Casino’s Beach Rock Lounge, in the casino located near the Agate Pass Bridge in Suquamish. Info: www.freddypink.com, www.clearwatercasino.com or call the casino at (360) 598-8700.

WINTERLAND: Located at 1220 Sylvan Way, will host the Posies 20th anniversary show with local bands The Isms and Alligators at 9:30 p.m. May 15. At the same time May 16, local bands Rewind and Legends on Heroin will jam with Fasa. Then at the same time May 16, Steelscape will share the stage with Chapter 13 and Evil That Men Do. All shows are 21+, with a $5 cover, except the Posies show which is $12. Info: www.myspace.com/winterlandrocks or call the bar at (360) 479-5686.

ROCKY POINT ALL STARS: Will be rocking with Portland’s Colin Spring and the Naugahyde Nights at 9:30 p.m. May 17, celebrating the boss’ birthday at the Manette Saloon, 2113 E. 11th St. in Bremerton. At the same time May 16, Klementine will jam with guests. Both shows are 21+ with a $5 cover. Info: www.myspace.com/manettesaloon or call the bar (360) 792-0801.

BIG MOUTH MUSIC PRESENTS: Dressed to Kill, From Aphony, They Come in Swarms and The Final Collapse at 7 p.m. May 17 at Jackson Hall, 9161 Washington Ave. in Silverdale. All ages, $7. Info: www.myspace.com/bigmouthmusic.

LOCAL CHAOS PRESENTS: Bent Left, (A)symmetric warfar(E), Mister Bucket and Dat Fiya at 7 p.m. May 16 at the Charleston Music Venue, 333 Callow Ave. in Bremerton. Then around the same time May 17, the Charleston hosts Bluegrass night featuring The Boys of Greenwood Glen. Both shows are all ages, bar w/ ID. Info: www.myspace.com/thecharlestonmusicvenue.

I AM THE OCEAN: A Utah-based new experimental/hardcore band will be touring through Bremerton, sharing the stage with Jupiter Mining Corporation, Subdivision and more bands TBA at 7 p.m. May 20 at the Charleston Music Venue. Info: www.myspace.com/iamtheocean, www.myspace.com/thecharlestonmusicvenue.

FREE SHOW AT OLYMPIC COLLEGE: The Olympian presents “The Young and the Indie” featuring Y.I.A, Product of Thought, Madmartigan, Steelscape, Mysterious Chocolate and the Extinct at the Bremer Student Center at 6 p.m. May 21. A $2 barbecue and other activities precede at 3:30 p.m. Info: Call the Olympian at (360) 475-7690.

THE PAMONA COLLEGE GLEE CLUB: A 23-voice club from Claremont, Calif. founded in 1887, will present a free choral concert at 4 p.m May 26 at Grace Episcopal Church, 8595 Day Road on Bainbridge. Info: www.gracehere.org or call Ann at (206) 842-9997 ext. 14.

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.

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.

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

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 ORCHARD THEATER: Will be showing Martin Scorsese’s Rolling Stones rock-umentary “Shine A Light” and “Flawless May 16-22 as well as the ET-ish homage CJ7 May 16-18 and the midnight movie “Blue Velvet” at midnight May 17 and again at noon May 18. For ticket and show time information, visit www.orchardtheater.com or call (360) 895-0564.

THE LYNWOOD THEATRE: Located at 4569 Lynwood Center Road on Bainbridge, will be showing the Stephen Walker film “Young at Heart” May 16-20 in addition to “The Candidate” for classics night at 7:30 p.m. May 20. For ticket and show time information, go to www.lynwoodtheatre.com or call (206) 842-3080.

THE LYNWOOD THEATRE: Will feature “Married Life” starring Chris Cooper, Pierce Brosnan and Patricia Clarkson along with “Flawless” starring Demi Moore and Michael Caine 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.

THEATER

‘PLAY ON’: The comedy by Rick Abbot will be showing through this weekend at the Central Stage Theater of County Kitsap at the Silverdale Community Center, 9729 Silverdale Way in Silverdale. Shows are slated for 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 6 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and students and $7 for kids 11 and under. Info: www.cstock.org.

‘THE MUSICIANS OF BREMEN’: A new children’s show at Poulsbo’s Jewel Box Theater will be presented at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. May 31 at the theater, 225 Iverson St. in Poulsbo. Tickets are $7, kids under 3 free. Info: www.jewelboxpoulsbo.org or call (360) 779-9688.

‘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.

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.

CSTN RUMMAGE AND BAKE SALE: The Changing Scene Theatre Northwest will be hosting a rummage and bake sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 17, 18 and 19, featuring books, clothes, costumes and more at the theater, 5889 State Highway 303 NE in E. Bremerton. Info: www.changingscenenorthwest.org or call (360) 792-8601.

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND GENERALOGICAL SOCIETY: Will meet at 10 a.m. May 18 at the Bainbridge Public Library meeting room, 1270 Madison Ave. on Bainbridge, as reference librarian Michelle Mason presents “Using electronic resources to support genealogy research.” Info: www.rootsweb.com/~wabhis or call (206) 842-6059.

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FARMERS MARKET: State Farmers Market Association director and manager of the Poulsbo Farmers Market Jackie Atchison will tell you why at 2 p.m. May 18 at Barnes and Noble in the Kitsap Mall. Info: Call (360) 698-0945.

THE f67 CAMERA CLUB: Will be meeting at 7 p.m. May 19 in room 106 of the Art Building at Olympic College Bremerton. Normal print night, with subject matter general, covering all topics with people/portrait focus. Visitors welcome. Info: www.f67cameraclub.org or call (360) 275-3019.

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP: Will meet at 7 p.m. May 21 at Ashley Gardens, an Alzheimer’s and memory care community, located at 3231 Pine Road in Bremerton. Info: www.cascadeliving.com or call (360) 478-7277.

‘EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH KITSAP’: The Kitsap County Historical Society is kicking off it’s sixth annual “Eat Your Way Through Kitsap County History” fundraiser May 22 with a visit to the state Veteran’s Home in Retsil, followed by lunch at Amy’s on the Bay in Port Orchard. Destinations are slated throughout the summer. Cost varies. Info and reservations: Call (360) 479-6226.

‘DINNER ON THE NILE’: An event sponsored by the International Order of the Rainbow For Girls, will provide traditional Egyptian-style food, a street bazaar, two troupes of belly dancers and a featured performer named Hasani starting at 5:30 p.m. May 31 at 878 Fifth St. in Bremerton. Tickets are $15 each or $25 for a couple. Info: www.gorainbow.org, for tickets e-mail silverdale155@yahoo.com.

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.

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.

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