WEDNESDAY 18

PUGET SOUND ANGLERS: The Kingston Puget Sound Anglers chapter meeting is today at 7 p.m., with Keith and Val Beck from McKay’s Pots speaking about crabbing in the Puget Sound. The meeting will be at the Kingston Cove Yacht Club, 25915 Washington Blvd NE, Kingston, with social hour starting at 6 p.m. Info: (360) 930-3223.

THURSDAY 19

LAP BAND SUPPORT: If you have a lap band or are thinking of getting one, join others to connect and support one another. The next meeting will be June 19 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Poulsbo Library meeting room on the main floor. Info: Susan Hancock at (360) 440-4799 or scrhancock@aol.com.

POULSBO NARFE: Poulsbo retired federal employees will hold their quarterly meeting June 19 at 1754 NE Mesford Road District Vice President Bill Powers and local president Carolyn Minder will speak on getting personal affairs and record in order before death. A potluck lunch will follow at 1 p.m. Info: (360) 697-1946.

UPCOMING

MIDSUMMER CELEBRATION: The Poulsbo Sons of Norway and Historic Downtown Poulsbo Association are planning a Midsummer celebration at 4 p.m. June 21 at the Kvelstad Pavilion at Waterfront Park. This year’s event will honor Poulsbo’s centennial year. Historic displays, dancing and delicious eats are planned. Info: call (360) 779-5209.

BARK PARK FOR A DAY: Country Pet Shoppe will once again host a dog play day on June 21, from noon to 3 p.m. A trainer from Kitsap Animal Rescue & Education will be on hand to assist dog introductions and answer questions. Space is limited. Call (360) 297-4165 to reserve space. A $5 fee benefits local rescues.

DOGLISH FOR KIDS: A Doglish has been designed specifically for kids. The fun, and interactive class on June 21 teaches children and their parents dog behaviors, communication and safety. Class is presented by Dianne Canafax of Kitsap Animal Rescue & Education. Space is limited. Call (360) 297-4165 to register. The class is free.

MONSTERS IN GARDEN BEDS: Learn about recent ornamental escapees that are threatening our watersheds from Dana Coggon, Kitsap County Noxious Weed Control Program Coordinator, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 21 at the Stillwaters Environmental Center in Kingston. Cost is $30 per person, $45 for couple. Pre-register at (360) 297-2876.

OPTIMIST CLUB: The North Kitsap Optimist Club is holding a “Treasure Chest of Pampering” raffle at 4 p.m. June 21 in conjunction with their second annual rummage sale. Proceeds will help send more than 4,000 books to a village school in Kenya. Purchase tickets in advance at Cedarwilde, Synergy Healing or the Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce. Tickets will also be sold during the garage sale. Info: Tracy at (360) 697-4749.

NK CAR AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW: The Kingston Lumber Relay for Life team will hold a car and motorcycle show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 22 in the Kingston Lumber District Yard. The event is free to the public, donations will be accepted. Entries are now being pre-registered. Info: Carla at (360) 638-1600 or carlacetnarowski@yahoo.com.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Eglon Community Church will hold a Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to noon June 23-27. Kids 4 years old to eighth grade are welcome. Info: (360) 638-2020.

KIDS GRIEF RETREAT: A special day led by Hospice of Kitsap County counselors and volunteers has been designed to help kids ages 4-12 cope with the death of a loved one from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 24 at Silverwood School in Poulsbo. Kids will participate in arts and crafts, journal writing, and sharing (dress for play). Lunch is included. A simultaneous support group will be held for parents and guardians.

CANDIDATE FORUM: A candidate forum for the 23rd and 35th Congressional District and the North Kitsap County Commissioner District 1 will be held at 7 p.m. on June 24 in the Evergreen Room of the Silverdale Community Center at 9729 Silverdale Way just north of Walgreens. Kitsap Alliance of Property Owners is the sponsor of the forums. Coffee and cookies will follow.

BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION: Portraying the Plant classes are offered through Poulsbo Parks & Recreation June 24 to Aug. 5 from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Beginners and more experienced artists welcome; students will learn observation & measurement skills, watercolor washes, and dry brush technique to render realistic leaves, flowers, and other botanical subjects. Supplies may be purchased through the instructor, Kathleen McKeehen, freelance illustrator and botanical artist. Cost is $118 for the seven-week course. Info: (360) 779-9898.

ORCA TRIP: Poulsbo Parks & Recreation is offering an exciting day trip to San Juan Island on June 25. Participants will take a chartered coach to Port Townsend where they will board the Glacier Spirit. The boat trip includes an hour-long narrated tour and viewing of the Orcas. Once on San Juan, you can enjoy 2.5 hours of strolling Friday Harbor and lunch at a restaurant of your choice. The boat returns to Port Townsend at 5pm and the bus to Poulsbo at 6:30pm. The $89 fee includes all transportation costs while lunch and shopping are on your own. For more information and to register, call (360) 779-9898.

LIVING WITH TOXINS: Learn about the toxins we live with daily and carry in our bodies that affect the natural systems that support our lives at 7 p.m. June 26 at the Kingston Fire Hall. Dr. Sunny Gill of Kingston Crossing Chiropractic will speak on the effects of toxins on the environment and on your health. Suggested donation of $10. Pre-register at (360) 297-2876.

CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING: International Championship Wrestling returns to the Suquamish Tribal Center June 28 at 7:30 p.m. Doors will open at 7 pm. Tickets are available at the door and are $10. The tribal center is located at 15838 Sandy Hook Road. The night’s card will feature nine big matches, and will also be celebration as International Champion Streetfighter Tim Flowers rings in his 30th year in pro wrestling.

LOW-TIDE BEACH WALK: Join a marine ecologist from Stillwaters Environmental Center to discover the area’s rich nearshore environment during the annual low-tide beach walk from 12:30-1:30 p.m. July 5. Gathering starts at the Kingston Farmers Market. Event is fun for all ages, children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear shoes or boots that can go over rocks and get muddy. Info: (360) 297-2876.

WATER WONDERS DAY CAMP: Kitsap Public Utilities District and Kitsap County Surface and Storm Water Management will hold a Water Wonders Day Camp from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 8-10 at the Island Lake Community Center. Info: (360) 626-7723.

CLASS REUNION: The North Kitsap High School classes of 1972, 1973 and 1974 will have a combined 35th class reunion at 7 p.m. on July 18 at the Suquamish Clearwater Hotel waterfront. On July 19, there will be a potluck at 3 p.m. Raab Park. Info: SuAnn Seaman Skelley (360) 779-5650, Marilyn Howerton Wistrand (360) 697-2997 or e-mail nkhsclass73@hotmail.com.

CLASS REUNION: The North Kitsap High School classes of 1992 and 1993 will be hosting a joint 15-year reunion July 19. The event will begin with a family picnic (potluck style) at Buck Lake in the afternoon and then an adults-only gathering at the Clearwater Casino in Suquamish will be held that evening. Contact Amanda Cheatham or Kristin Chapple at nkhs93@yahoo.com to be added to the list of alumni.

GREAT PENINSULA FUTURE FESTIVAL: Historic Port Gamble will be the setting for the greenest outdoor sustainability festival in Washington August 2-3. The Great Peninsula Future Festival will mix interactive displays of green concepts, products and services with family entertainment, live music, food and hand-made crafts. Vendor info: Info@GreatPeninsulaFutureFestival.org. All other info: (425) 788-7496 or www.GreatPeninsulaFutureFestival.org.

CLASS REUNION: The North Kitsap High School class of 1958 is celebrating its 50th reunion on Aug. 14 at Kiana Lodge starting at 5 p.m. The group is currently seeking information about class members: Beverly Christofferson, Boyd Cooke, Jeanette Hammond, Virginia Mackie, Pete Madsen, Paul Petit and Terry Wheaton. Share any information with Bonnie Thomas at (360) 697-6131; Jeff Hahto at (206) 842-4326; Bob Alness at (253) 565-7559 or Jim Martin at (360) 779-7701.

ONGOING:

HANSVILLE CO-OP PRESCHOOL PLAYDATES: The Hansville Co-op Preschool will hold several playdates at various area parks throughout the summer. The group meets at 11 a.m. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the company of other kids and adults. For information on exact dates and locations, call (360) 271-8502 or visit www.hansvillepreschool.org.

KAFFE STUA: The Poulsbo Sons of Norway offers a Kaffe Stua luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays. It is open to members and the public and features open face sandwiches, soup, pickled herring, Scandinavian desserts, coffee and more. Cost is $8 per person.