ARTS & CRAFTS

BREMERTON PUTS OUT CALL TO ARTISTS: The city of Bremerton’s Arts Commission has proposed a series of seven metal sculptures along Pacific Avenue with a budget not to exceed $50,000. Artist submissions are due by 5 p.m., Dec. 31, apply by mailing 10 digital samples of work along with image list, resume, statement, proof of residency and three references to City of Bremerton Arts Commission, Attn: Pam Bykonen, clerk, 345 Sixth St., Ste. 600, Bremerton, WA 98337. More info at www.ci.bremerton.wa.us under Arts, Parks & Entertainment.

CALL FOR ENTRIES: Second annual CVG Show, open to Washington State Artists working in any 2D, 3D or photographic art media, $6,000 in awards. The deadline is Nov. 20. To enter via internet ($35) — go to www.callforentry. To enter via U.S. mail ($50) —  go to www.collectivevisions.com, write Collective Visions Gallery, 331 Pacific Ave., Bremerton, WA 98337. Or call 360 337 8327 for a prospectus. Info: www.collectivevisions.com.

KITSAP ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL: Is moving from Port Gamble to Kingston for its 50th anniversary event next summer. The general meeting for the 50th anniversary planning will be at 6:30 p.m. today at the Kingston Fire Station, 26642 Miller Bay Road in Kingston. Volunteers are needed. Info: Call Evy at (360) 297-2828.

CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY: The 15th Annual Bainbridge Island arts and history event, slated for Dec. 5-7, has openings left for artists in all media. Those interested in jurying for participation can contact Sharon at (206) 842-6883 or email sharonrs@aol.com. Info: www.christmasinthecountry.info.

CRAFTERNOONS: Kitsap Regional Library in Little Boston hosts crafternoons for crafters to get together and work on handmade projects at 2:30 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.

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

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 Albertsons. 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.

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 Road, Kingston or online at www.kingstonartgallery.com.

ART LEAGUE: The Poulsbo Art League meets weekly, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Vinland Lutheran Church, 2750 NW Finn Hill Road, Poulsbo. All artists welcome to join, bring project to work on.

AUDITIONS

‘SOUNDS OF THE SEASON:’ The Admiral Theatre will be hosting auditions for its annual Sounds of the Season Talent Show Nov. 12 and 13. Call (360) 373-6810 to set up an appointment. Info: www.admiraltheatre.org.

BREMERTON COMMUNITY THEATRE: Is actively seeking submissions of plays for its 2009-2010 season, directors may submit shows they wish to direct, while all suggestions are welcome. See www.bremertoncommunitytheatre.org or e-mail Adam at bijou21@yahoo.com for more info. Plays may be submitted until Nov. 14.

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.

COMEDY

COMEDIAN HAROLD GOMEZ: Is the next featured comic at Slip 45’s comedy night, 8 p.m. tonight, 715 Bay St. in Port Orchard. Next week, Mike Jenhins takes the stage, followed by Mario Lorenz at the same time Nov. 26. Info: www.myspace.com/slip45music.

SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY COMPETITION: Enters its 29th year this year, with $15,000 prize money up for grabs. The touring comedy competition again makes its second-to-last stop at the Admiral Theatre at 7 p.m. Nov. 29, 515 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton. Tickets are $25 on the floor, $20 in the balcony. Info: www.seattlecomedycompetition.com, www.admiraltheatre.org or call (360) 373-6743. KIDS

‘ARTHUR’S WORLD’: An exclusive installation based on Marc Brown’s books and the PBS series “Arthur’s World” will be at KiDiMu, 305 Madison Ave. on Bainbridge Island. $5 admission, free for members or kids 12 months or younger. Info: www.kidimu.org or call (206) 855-4650.

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.

DANCE

THIRD SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE: Join caller Sherry Nevins and the Country Capers for an evening of Contra Dance starting with a beginners’ workshop at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15, followed by the dance at the Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Road on Bainbridge. Admission is $12 for adults, $5 for ages 10-18. Info: (360) 697-6192, (206) 842-7904.

THE KARELIAN FOLK MUSIC ENSEMBLE: The trio will be coming from Russia to Poulsbo for a performance at 7 p.m. Nov. 16 at Greig Hall at the Sons of Norway on Front Street. The performance will be preceded by a workshop with Fred Aalto at 4:30 p.m. and followed by a gammel dans. All ages, $5 suggested donation. Info: www.krme.onego.ru, www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com or call (360) 779-2460.

FALL TANGO DANCE: Central Kitsap Community Schools presents fall Tango Dance Classes led by Jerry and Becky Deeter at Nov. 13-Dec. 11 at Fairview Junior High School off Central Valley Road in Bremerton. Class time is 7-8:30 p.m., cost is $70/couple, $60 (senior rate, 65 and up). Info: Call CK Schools at (360) 662-1638 or Jerry at (360) 779-4686.

BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES: Will be held at 10:30 a.m. (on West Coast Swing) and 11:30 a.m. (on Argentine Tango) Nov. 13 and 20 at the Bremerton Elks on at Sixth and Washington Ave. in downtown Bremerton. An afternoon dance will follow. Pre-registration required. Info: (360) 877-5181.

BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES: Will be held at 5 p.m. Nov. 16, 23 and 30, at the facility of the Kitsap Square Dance Association, 6800 Old Belfair Highway in Gorst. Partners not required. Pre-registration recommended. Info: (360) 877-5181.

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.

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

NUTCRACKER

DANCE ENSEMBLE NORTHWEST: Presents the “Nutcracker Ballet” with guest performer David Harvey at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28-29 and again at 2 p.m. Nov. 30 at the North Kitsap Community Auditorium off of Hostmark St. in Poulsbo. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for kids and seniors. Info: (360) 779-7090.

DANCE ARTS THEATRE: The Silverdale dance troupe presents its 21st annual production of the “Nutcracker Ballet,” featuring guest dancers from Ballet San Jose at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 and again at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at the Bremerton Performing Arts Center at Bremerton High School, 1500 13th St. in Bremerton. Tickets are $12 reserved, $10 general admission, $6 for seniors and students. Info: www.danceartstheatre.org or call (360) 360-692-4395.

PENINSULA DANCE THEATRE: Marks its 35th birthday and 30 years of performing the “Nutcracker Ballet” at 8 p.m. Dec. 5-6, 3 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Bremerton High School Performing Arts Center, at Bremerton High School, 1500 13th St. in Bremerton. Tickets are $22 for reserved seats, $17 for festival seating, $12 for students/seniors, $10 children. Family tickets are also available. Info: www.peninsuladancetheatre.org or call (360) 377-6214.

GALLERIES & EXHIBITIONS

THE SOUTH KITSAP ARTISTS: Will be featuring a demonstration by internationally renown painter Ned Mueller at its next meeting, 7 p.m. Nov. 24 in the art room at Cedar Heights Junior High School, 2220 Pottery Ave. in Port Orchard. $5 cover for non-members. Info: www.nedmueller.com.

THE ARTCRAFT COALITION: At the Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse presents an exhibit titled “Kick Ass Broads” featuring images of kick-ass broads like Betsy Ross, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Joan of Arc and others rendered by coalition members. The exhibit hangs through Dec. 31 at the Poulsbohemian, 19003 Front St. in Poulsbo. Info: www.poulsbohemian.com or call (360) 779-9199.

COMPANION PIECES: Old Town Custom Framing and Gallery will host a new showing of a variety of northwest artists, from jewelers to potters to encaustics, sculptors and mixed media artists, through Nov. 13. There will be an artist’s reception from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Gallery, 3255 NW Lowell St. in Silverdale. Info: www.oldtowncustomframing.com or call (360) 698-1507.

‘PARALLELS/PARALAX:’ A tandem exhibit featuring sculptor Deanna Pindell and encaustic artist Susan Sweetwater, inspired by poetry, prayers for peace and other powerful imagery, will hang throughout the month at Collective Visions Gallery, 331 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton. Info: www.collectivevisions.com.

THE ROBY KING GALLERIES: Will feature an exhibit on flowers to offset the season’s gray skies throughout November at 176 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.robykinggalleries.com.

THE SIDNEY GALLERY: Will feature artwork from Belfair artist Louise Cothary Nov. 5-21 at the gallery, 202 Sidney Ave. in Port Orchard. Info: www.sidneymuseumandarts.com or call (360) 876-3693.

GLASS ARTIST JIM GREGORY: And painter Joanne Schoener Scott are the featured artists, through November, at the Kingston Art Gallery. Info: www.kingstonartgallery.com.

JAK’S CAFE AND ESPRESSO: Will feature impressionist painter Judie Odell and her work in watercolor, acrylic, oil and collage throughout November and December at its shop, 19355 Jensen Way in Poulsbo. Info: Call (360) 394-5257.

HORIZONS: The Bainbridge Arts and Crafts Gallery hosts an exhibit of its artists points of view on horizons, along with table-makers in “The Unexpected Table” through Dec. 2 at 151 Winslow Way on Bainbridge Island. An artists’ reception is slated for 6-8 p.m. Nov. 7. Info: www.bacart.org or call (206) 842-3132.

THE SIDNEY GALLERY: Features Belfair painter Louise Cothary through Nov. 21, 202 Sidney Ave. in Port Orchard. Info: www.sidneymuseumandarts.com or call (360) 876-3693.

LOCAL ARTIST CARRIE GOLLER: Is exhibiting her works throughout the month at the Treehouse Cafe, 4569 Lynwood Center Road on Bainbridge. Info: www.carriegoller.com.

THE GALLERY AT GRACE HOSTS: “People I Know” oil and dry brush watercolor paintings by Ken Sullen throughout October at 8595 NE Day Road on Bainbridge. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon Sunday. Info: Call (206) 842-9997.

‘THE TREES’: Artist Steven Fogell and poet Bonnie J. Wallace collaborate in “The Trees” an exhibit of paintings and poetry hanging in the lobby gallery of the Bainbridge Performing Arts playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. in Bainbridge. The exhibit will hang throughout the month of October.

HOLIDAY FAIRE

VALLEY NURSERY: Will host a Christmas Preview party, featuring coffee and cake and wreaths, workshops and more, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 21-23 at the Nursery, 20882 Bond Road in Poulsbo. Info: www.valleynurseryinc.com or call (360) 779-3806. FESTIVAL

LITERARY

THE NORDIC MAID: A Scandinavian and European gift store in downtown Poulsbo will host a book-signing event featuring Seattle author Kristine Leander and her new book “Norwegian Seattle,” chronicling Seattle’s Norwegian community from 1868 through today, from 1-3 p.m. Nov. 15 at the store, 18954-C Front St. in Poulsbo. Info: www.nordicmaid.com.

PROLIFIC ISLAND AUTHOR JIM WHITING: Presents “Five Things You Don’t Know About Yo-Yo Ma — the story of the world’s worst explorer and other adventures in writing biography” at 2 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Bainbridge Island Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Info: www.jimwhiting.com or call the library at (206) 842-4162.

BAINBRIDGE AUTHOR LYNN BRUNELLE: Presents a dynamic, hands-on program for kids called “The Zoo’s Shoes” in which readers help zoo animals tie the shoe slaces on their high-top sneakers at 11 a.m. Nov. 22 at Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call the store at (206) 842-5332.

‘THE OWL AND THE WOODPECKER:’ Paul Bannick will present a slide show based on “The Owl and the Woodpecker: Encounters with North America’s Most Iconic Birds” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Free. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call (206) 842-5332.

‘CROSSINGS:’ A new book based “On the Ferries of Puget Sound” will be presented with a multi-media slide show at 3 p.m. Nov. 16, by the book’s author/photographer Michael Diehl at Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way on Bainbridge. Free. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com or call (206) 842-5332.

WRITERS’ ROUNDTABLE: At the next Field’s End Writers’ Roundtable, Warren Read will lead a discussion on “How do you go from vignettes to a meaningful memoir?” at 7 p.m., Nov. 18 at the Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. on Bainbridge. Info: www.fieldsend.org.

‘THE MARCO POLO ODYSSEY:’ Will be presented by Harry Rustein in the next edition of the Travelogue series, co-sponsored by The Traverler Bookstore at the Bainbridge, at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at 1270 Madison Ave. on Bainbridge. Info: Call (206) 842-4162.

LIVING LIBRARY: Check out a new point of view by stopping by the library for a one-on-one conversation with a volunteer “living book” who is likely to have a lifestyle, occupation, culture or viewpoint different from your own. “Book” titles include a Muslim, U.S. Marine veteran, a young gay male, a practitioner of voluntary simplicity, former FBI agent, an anti-violence activist and an atheist. Part of One Book, One Community. Info: www.krl.org or call (206) 842-4162.

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

THE COMMUNITY SINGERS: Are a group of regular people who sing at local nursing homes, hospitals, shelters and other community gatherings. They are always looking for more singers. No auditions, no singing experience necessary. Just heart, they say. Info: www.communitysingers.org or call (206) 842-5485.

RICHIE HAVENS: A legendary American folk singer and guitarist, well-known for his opening appearance at Woodstock, will be playing the Admiral Theatre at 8 p.m. Nov. 15, 515 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton. The show will be preceded by a steak dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $60 for dinner and the show, $29 on the floor, $15 in the balcony for the show only. Info: www.richiehavens.com, www.admiraltheatre.org or call the box office (360) 373-6743.

WINTERLAND HOSTS: The Power of Country with guests at 9:30 p.m. Nov. 14 followed by The Banner Jump with Underride, Arsenal Way and Havov Laden at the same time Nov. 15. Both shows are 21+, $5 cover at Winterland, 1220 Sylvan Way in Bremerton. Info: www.myspace.com/winterlandrocks or call (360) 479-5686.

THE MANETTE SALOON: Features Jesse Noll and Bret Phillips for acoustic nights at 8 p.m. Nov. 12-13, followed by Seattle band SisterMonk at 9:30 p.m. Nov. 14 and a Rush Tribute called 2112 at the same time Nov. 15. All shows are 21+, $5 cover Friday and Saturday, at the Manette, 2113 E. 11th St. Bremerton. Info: www.myspace.com/manettesaloon or call (360) 782-0801.

THE CHARLESTON FEATURES: Port Orchard jam band Where’s Windle with guests at 7 p.m. tonight, followed by Santa Cruz skate punk from Dun Bin Had with Rule 22, Kamikazi Sex Pilots, The Last Up and 47 at the same time Nov. 13. Final Wish will share the stage with Irony, Bender and Sikend at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 followed by Ramona Come Closer with Nickel Arcade, Sea Fever and Friday at the Lake at the same time Nov. 15. All shows are all ages, bar w/ ID, $5 cover at the Chuck, 333 Callow Ave. in Bremerton. Info: www.myspace.com/thecharlestonmusicvenue.

THE SHIPWRECK LOUNGE AT SLIP 45: Hosts cover-song-falutin’ party-rock band Shifter at 9 p.m. Nov. 14, 715 Bay St. in Port Orchard. 21+, $5 cover. Info: www.myspace.com/slip45music or call (360) 895-7932.

DRESSED TO KILL: Will be hosting a CD release for their new disc “Never Coming Home” w/ Ken Parker, Aspen, Left Alive and Breaking Ground starting at 7 p.m. Nov. 15 at Jackson Hall, 9161 Washington Ave. in Silverdale. All ages, $8 cover, presented by Big Mouth Music. Info: www.myspace.com/bigmouthmusic, myspace.com/dressedtokill.

TIZLEY’S EUROPUB FEATURES: Local band Me and the Boys at 8 p.m. Nov. 14, followed by stringer Eric Fridrich at the same time Nov. 15. Both shows are all ages, bar w/ ID, no cover at Tizleys off of Front Street in Poulsbo. Info: www.tizleys.com, myspace.com/tizleyseuropub.

LIVE AT THE PEGASUS: Kris Orlowskis presents thoughtful acoustic pop rock at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14, followed by wordsmith Steve Wacker with Matt Price, Scott Katz and Katie Peterson at the same time Nov. 15. Sunday, Nov. 16, will be an open mic for all styles. All shows are all ages, cup of coffee for the cover at the Pegasus Coffeehouse, 131 Parfitt Way on Bainbridge. Info: www.pegasuscoffeehouse.com or call (206) 842-6725.

THE GLOBAL BEAN HOSTS: A celtic jam session at 7 p.m. tonight, followed by Seattle independent musician Daniel Adams at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and James Redfern of the Kitsap band Coldnote at 8 p.m. Nov. 14. All shows are all ages, cup of coffee for the cover at the Bean, 2021 NW Myhre Road, Ste. 101 in Silverdale. Info: www.theglobalbean.com or call (360) 692-9582.

CVG CONCERTS IN THE GALLERY: Presents Jamie Sieber, an eclectic and electric cellist, vocalist and composer at 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at the gallery, 331 Pacific Ave. in downtown Bremerton. Tickets are $14 in advance, $17 at the door. Info: www.collectivevisions.com

PETER SPENCER CD RELEASE: The renowned Island blues guitarist, Peter Spencer, hosts a CD release for an album called “From the Island” which evolved from a seires of informal sessions with he and pianist Dave Bristow at 8 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Island Music Guild Hall, 10598 Valley Road in Bainbridge. Info: www.peterspencer.com or call the IMG at (206) 780-6911.

MOZART’S ‘THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO:’ Will be presented by Kitsap Opera in its first-ever collaboration with the Bremerton Symphony at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 and again at 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Bremerton High School Performing Arts Center at Bremerton High School, 1500 13th St. in Bremerton. Tickets are $30 general, $12 for youth. Info: www.bremertonsymphony.org, www.kitsapopera.com or call (360) 373-1722 for tickets.

LOCAL MUSICIAN KATHRYN LAFOND: Will be releasing a new CD “River of Love, Human and Divine” from 3-5 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Island Music Guild Hall, 10598 Valley Road on Bainbridge. Info: www.kathrynlafond.com, www.islandmusic.org.

JAZZ WITH MARK LEWIS: Local jazz sax and flute master Mark Lewis will be performing every Thursday with a different guest artist each week from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the El Coral Mexican Restaurant, 536 Fourth St. in Bremerton. On Nov. 13 he’ll play with Rick White on bass, Nov. 20 with TJ Clement on piano and Nov. 26 with Bud Schultz on piano and Cap DeMiero on bass. All ages, no cover. Info: www.marklewismusic.com or call Rhonda at (360) 692-2540.

SUNSET KNIGHTS: An urban blues duo will be throwing down from 1-3 p.m. every Saturday at the Natural Grounds coffeehouse, in front of the Northwest Design Center at the intersection of Hostmark and Highway 305 in Poulsbo.

ONE SHOT MOLLY: A popular North Kitsap coverband will be rocking from 8-11 p.m. Nov. 15 at Our Place Pub, 9322 Silverdale Way in Sivlerdale. 21+, $3 cover each night.Info: www.myspace.com/oneshotmolly, call the pub at (360) 698-0340.

JAZZ AT THE BAYSIDE BROILER: Upstairs on the wharf, 18779 Front Street, Poulsbo, will feature the jazz trio The Lindsays from 6-8 p.m. every Friday and Don Wiens’ mellow jazz on Tenor Sax from 5:45-8:45 p.m. every Saturday. Info:www.baysidebroiler.net.

BELLA LUNA PIZZERIA: Located on the slab in Suquamish hosts an open mic from 6:30 p.m. to close every 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.

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 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.

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.

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

PORT GAMBLE RAMBLE: Millard Martin will lead a Great Peninsula Conservancy-sponsored hike through the 4300-acre block of land the stretches from just outside in Poulsbo to Port Gamble at 10 a.m. Nov. 15. Members and non-members welcome. E-mail info@greatpeninsula.org to register. Info: www.greatpeninsula.org.

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 ADMIRAL THEATRE PRESENTS: The 1994 indiefilm “The Secret of Roan Inish,” a story of a boy many believe is being raised by seals, as part of its Independent Film Series at 7 p.m. Nov. 14, 515 Pacific Ave. in Bremerton. Tickets are $7. Info: www.admiraltheatre.org

THE NEXT CLASSICS NIGHT: At the Lynwood Theater will feature the quintessential Woody Allen, 1977’s “Annie Hall” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25, 4569 Lynwood Center Road on Bainbridge. Tickets are $7.50. Info: www.lynwoodtheatre.com or call (206) 842-3080.

THE ORCHARD THEATER: Will be showing “The Secret Life of Bees,” “Religulous” and “W.” through Nov. 13 at 822 Bay St. in Port Orchard. For tickets and show time information, go to www.orchardtheater.com or call (360) 850-1082.

THE LYNWOOD THEATRE: Will feature the traditional genre western “Appaloosa” through Nov. 13 on Lynwood Center Road on Bainbridge. For tickets and show time info, go to www.lynwoodtheatre.com.

‘TWILIGHT:’ The movie based on author Stephanie Meyer’s bestselling series will be released early in Kitsap at 11 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Olympic Cinemas, 1520 NE Riddell Road in Bremerton and the Bainbridge Cinemas, 403 N. Madison Ave. in Bainbridge for a fundraising midnight screening to benefit the KRL. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased in advance. Tickets include a small popcorn, a small drink and eligibility for raffle prizes. Info: Call Susan at KRL (360) 405-9133.

THEATER

‘THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER:’ Western Washington Center for the Arts dons the Holiday Season with the most inventively awful kids in the history of the world cast in the church Christmas pageant, starting with opening night festivities featuring complimentary wine and cheese at 6:30 p.m, followed by the show at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21. The show will run through December with curtains at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 5 p.m. Sundays. Info: www.wwca.us or call (360) 769-7469.

PLAID TIDINGS: A holiday sequel to the hit “Forever Plaid” will be playing at the Jewel Box, directed by Gwen Adams, Nov. 14-Dec. 6 with curtains at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Nov. 16, 23 and Dec. 7. Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for seniors and youth. Info: www.jewelboxpoulsbo.org or call (360) 779-9688.

‘BLITHE SPIRIT:’ Bremerton Community Theatre presents the 1940s-era Noel Coward piece through Nov. 23 with curtains at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 seniors/students, $7 youth. Info: www.bremertoncommunitytheatre.com, or call (360) 373-5152.

‘THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF AMERICA:’ The Changing Scene Theatre Northwest will present “The Complete History of America Abridged,” a wacky comedy just in time for elections, directed by Darren Hembd through Nov. 15. All performances will be at the Panda Inn, 4180 Kitsap Way in Bremerton, $25 for the show and a meal. Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. followed by the show at 7 p.m. Reservations are required. Info: www.changingscenenorthwest.org or call (360) 792-8601.

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.

FAMILY HARVEST CELEBRATION: An all ages Play Party with dance and song frivolity geared to young children and their families will be from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Road on Bainbridge. Cost is $10 for adults, $4 kids under 10, $20 for families.

CULINARY SKILLS AT THE LIBRARY: Kitsap Regional Librarians show how the library can help enhance your culinary skills at 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Sylvan Way Library in Bremerton. Info: www.krl.org.

MONICA’S FINAL WINE EXPERIENCE: For the year is slated for Nov. 20 with two seatings, one at 4 p.m. and another at 5:30 p.m., with Italian wines for the holidays featuring Tom Kelly of Small Vineyards Importers at Monica’s, 3472 Byron St. in Old Town Silverdale. $19.95 per person. Reservations required. Info: (360) 698-2991, www.waterfrontbakery.com.

B.I. GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY: Hosts a discussion titled “Computer programs for the Genealogist” with presenter Claire Smith from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 21 at the Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Info: (206) 842-4162. FAMILY HARVEST CELEBRATION: An all ages Play Party with dance and song frivolity geared to young children and their families will be from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Road on Bainbridge. Cost is $10 for adults, $4 kids under 10, $20 for families.

CULINARY SKILLS AT THE LIBRARY: Kitsap Regional Librarians show how the library can help enhance your culinary skills at 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Sylvan Way Library in Bremerton. Info: www.krl.org.

MONICA’S FINAL WINE EXPERIENCE: For the year is slated for Nov. 20 with two seatings, one at 4 p.m. and another at 5:30 p.m., with Italian wines for the holidays featuring Tom Kelly of Small Vineyards Importers at Monica’s, 3472 Byron St. in Old Town Silverdale. $19.95 per person. Reservations required. Info: (360) 698-2991, www.waterfrontbakery.com.

B.I. GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY: Hosts a discussion titled “Computer programs for the Genealogist” with presenter Claire Smith from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 21 at the Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N on Bainbridge. Info: (206) 842-4162.

THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED PERSONS: Of Bainbridge Island Support Group will feature Dr. Ione Fine on “The Neural Effects of Visual Deprivation: How Blindness Rewires the Brain” from 1-3 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Free. Info: (206) 842-3551.

OCHEAMI: A group of performers studying and sharing West African culture with their audience will come to Bainbridge for performances at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Nov. 13 and again at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Bainbridge Performing Arts, 200 Madison Ave. Tickets are $6. Info: Call Bonnie at (206) 842-7901.

A 12-WEEK WEIGHT LOSS CLASS: Loosely based on the TV show “The Biggest Loser” will begin Nov. 18 at Le Garmanche Catering, 1327 Bay St. in Port Orchard. Each participant will put in $30 which will be doled out to the top three biggest losers at the end of the session. Info: Call Kathleen at (360) 876-1767.

EAT LOCAL FOR THANKSGIVING: The Poulsbo Farmers Market will be holding an “Eat Local for Thanksgiving and Holiday Market” from 1-5 p.m. Nov. 22 in the lower level of the Poulsbo Library, 700 Iverson St. in Poulsbo. Info: www.poulsbofarmersmarket.org.

‘OPERATION SLEEPING BAG:’ Monica’s Waterfront Bakery in Old Towne Silverdale is accepting donations on behalf of the Taking It To The Streets ministry in their second annual sleeping bag drive. Sleeping bags and monetary contributions will be accepted at 3472 NW Byron St. in Silverdale through the fall. Info: www.waterfrontbakery.com or call (360) 698-2991.

‘THE BIG ONE:’ A traveling earthquake exhibit from the University of Washington’s Burke Museum will be at the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum, 215 Erickson Ave., through Dec. 31. Info: www.bainbridgehistory.org or call (206) 842-2773.

CHESS PLAYERS: The Kitsap Regional Library in downtown Bremerton hosts games with resident players from the Kitsap County Chess Club from 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays at 612 Fifth St. in Bremerton. Info: www.krl.org or call (360) 377-3955.

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.

NEIGHBORHOOD CHESS GAMES: Are held from 6-8 p.m. every Wednesday at the downtown Bremerton Library, 612 5th St. in Bremerton with players from the Kitsap County Chess Club. Info: (360) 377-3955.