SATURDAY 25
DOCENT CLASS: The Poulsbo Marine Science Center will host a training class for new volunteers on Oct. 25, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. This overview of marine life is required for all docents, and anyone interested in volunteering is invited. Info or to RSVP: Denise Bauman at denise.bauman@gmail.com or (360) 689-9183.
UPCOMING
TRICK OR TREAT: The downtown Poulsbo merchants are inviting kids to bring a nonperishable food donation for North Kitsap Fishline Oct. 31, from 4-6 p.m. and receive treats from area businesses. Info: (360) 697-3366.
CALLING ALL GOBLINS: From 3:30-5 p.m. Oct. 31 Poulsbo Parks and Recreation is hosting a preschool Halloween party. Activities for preschoolers include crafts, carnival games, cookie walk, face painting and snacks. Admission is free for preschoolers. Older kids are welcome but will need to purchase a punch card for $1 if participating in activities. Registration is not necessary. Any questions, call (360) 779-9898.
CHUCKWAGON: Chuckwagon Senior Nutrition program will host a Halloween lunch on Oct. 31. The meal including beef goulash will be served noon. Seniors age 60 and older are welcome. Reservations are required by 2:30 pm on Thursday Oct. 30. $3 suggested donation. Call for more information: (360) 377-8511 or (888) 877-8511 from Bainbridge Island and Kingston.
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR : Choose from more than 40 vendors offering a wide variety of hand-crafted items at the Poulsbo First Lutheran Christmas Bazaar. The bazaar will be Friday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, Nov.1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Christian Center. No admission fee. First Lutheran Church is located at 18920 4th Ave.
HISTORY BOOK: The deadline to submit a design for the cover of the Friends of Poulsbo history book is Nov. 1. Regional residents are invited to submit scans or photographs of visual artwork, including: original graphic design, painting, drawing, photography, collage, or other visual medium to be considered for the final cover of the book. Emphasis should be placed on capturing the colorful history, culture and community of Poulsbo. Design may be historical or contemporary in nature or a combination of both. For more information, including on how to submit, visit www.poulsbobookstop.com or call (360) 779-9773.
CRAFTERS: Calling all crafters! The North Kitsap Eagles Auxiliary No. 3586 Holiday Bazaar will be Nov. 15. We are looking for crafters. Table or space is $20 for the day. Info: (360) 471-4516.
ONGOING
BIZ BUILDERS: The Poulsbo Dynamic chapter of Biz Builders has moved its meeting location to Emily¹s Bistro on Powder Hill in Poulsbo. The group now meets at Emily¹s every Tuesday from 11:05 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. for business networking and to participate in professional development discussions and presentations. Guests are always welcome and potential new members are encouraged to visit the group before joining. Info: (360) 710-1374.
SALSA DANCING: Malo and Rose Castro offer salsa dancing classes in Poulsbo, including the meringue, salsa, and the cha-cha. Singles or couples welcome. Classes are offered every Thursday now through Nov 20. Sign up for one or more classes; fee per person for each class date is $10. The last class of the month will focus on intermediate/advanced skills. Info: (360) 779-9898.
FOLK DANCING: Classes are being held at the Sons of Norway lodge in Poulsbo on Monday nights, from 6-7 p.m. for adult beginners and 7-8 p.m. for continuing dancers. No partners are needed. Info: call Fred at (206) 780-8036 or Stan at (360) 550-6049.
FISH PARK: The monthly work parties at Poulsbo’s Fish Park will be the third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning Sept. 20. The public is welcome to join in to help this nature park grow into an urban experience for all to enjoy. A variety of tasks will be available each month, including eradicating noxious weeds, blackberry removal, park clean up, the planting of trees and shrubs, and more. Info: (360) 779-9898.
MAKE HISTORY: The committee of the new Poulsbo history book is searching for local residents older than 80 who were born in Poulsbo and still live here. Make yourselves known by calling (360) 697-3033 or dropping off a note to the committee at the Book Stop in downtown Poulsbo. The committee would like to know the year you were born, and a little about your life in the community. Please leave your phone number or address.
LYME DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP: A support group for people with Lyme disease meets from 3-5 p.m. the first Saturday of every month on Bainbridge Island. Contact for meeting location and info: Barb (206) 842-5491.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: A support group for women diagnosed with breast cancer meets the third Wednesday of each month in the Oncology room at Harrison Medical Center at 2520 Cherry Avenue, Bremerton. Info: Barbara Rodgers or Nancy Lorber at (360) 792-6880.
BUSINESS NETWORKING: The Waterfront Professionals, Poulsbo’s core group of BNI Western Washington, meets from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Bayside Broiler, 18779 Front St. NE in Poulsbo. The group is currently seeking new members. BNI’s mission is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive, and professional program that enables long-term relationships with quality business professionals. Info: Micki Peak at (360) 649-6589.
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 $9 per person.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Kingston Historical Society meets in the Indianola Room of the Kingston Community Center at 10 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of the month from January to October. The group works to collect stories and preserve pictures of Kingston and its vicinity. Visitors are welcome.
