WEDNESDAY 13
EYES IN THE WOODS: The North Kitsap Trout Unlimited-sponsored Eyes in the Woods criminal observation reporting and training session scheduled for today at the Kingston Fire and Rescue station on Miller Bay Road has been cancelled. Info: Dave at (360) 297-2098.
ALTRUSA PICNIC: Altrusa International Inc. of Kitsap’s annual share-all Picnic in the Park will be at 5:30 p.m. today at Evergreen Park in Bremerton. Info: (360) 692-3519.
THURSDAY 14
BRIDGE TOUR: Space is still available for Poulsbo Parks and Recreation’s Aug. 14 senior excursion to the Hood Canal Bridge and Port Townsend. Tour the work being done on the new floating span across Hood Canal and venture on to Port Townsend for lunch and shopping on Water Street. The day will end with a drive out to Fort Warden and a visit to the newly expanded Port Townsend Marine Science Museum. Info/registration: (360) 779-9898. Cost is $27.
CLASS REUNION: The North Kitsap High School class of 1958 is celebrating its 50th reunion at 5 p.m. on Aug. 14 at Kiana Lodge. Info: 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.
FRIDAY 15
GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY: The Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society (BIGS) will meet at 10 a.m. Aug. 15, in the Bainbridge Island Public Library Meeting Room for a workshop focusing on researching the ‘black sheep’ of your family. Mentors are available for beginners or for those researching other areas. Info: (206) 842-6059.
UPCOMING
GARDEN TOUR: The Hansville Ladies Aid Garden Tour will be held Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Six gardens will be toured. Cost is $10. Info: (360) 638-1068.
RADIO CLUB: The North Kitsap Amateur Radio Club will participate in the International Lighthouse/Lightship weekend at Point No Point in Hansville Aug. 16-17. The objective is to promote public awareness of lighthouses and lightships and their need for preservation and restoration, as well as to promote amateur radio. Visitors are welcome and licensed “hams” can operate the radios. Info: (360) 779-2946.
RUMMAGE FOR RELAY: A rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 17 will benefit Relay for Life. Info: Carla at (360) 638-1600.
AMAZON EXPEDITION: Calvary Chapel of Poulsbo is hosting vacation Bible school from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 18-22. Ages 4-12 are welcome to enjoy music, games, snacks, crafts, learning and fun. Info/registration: (360) 697-3795.
NK REPUBLICANS: The North Kitsap Republican Women will hold a potluck picnic at 11:00 a.m. Aug. 19 at the home of Faye Henden, 25742 Pyramid Lane, Poulsbo. Guest speakers are Sandra LaCelle (Commissioner District 1), John Clark (Auditor), Larry Cooney (State Rep 23rd district), Judge Robin Hunt (Court of Appeals) and Judge Jeanette Dalton(Superior Court). Info: Brenda at (360) 871-2200.
PARLEZ-VOUS FRANCAIS?: L’Aventure Francaise Summer Camps, two age-appropriate French language programs, are offered by native speaker Myriam Mullen. Preschool camp will include stories, games, songs and crafts. Children’s camp is for ages 6-12. They will embark on an adventure that will include trips to the Seattle Aquarium and the Pacific Science Center, as well as cooking, arts and crafts, all while learning the French language and culture. Preschool Camp runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Aug. 25-29. Children’s Camp runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug 18-22. Register at least one week in advance. Info: Poulsbo Parks and Recreation (360) 779-9898.
OPEN HOUSE: Poulsbo Cooperative Preschool is hosting an open house from 6:30-9:00 p.m. on Aug. 26. Info: (360) 779-4104 or visit www.poulsbocooperativepreschool.org.
BIBLE STUDY: A women’s Bible study focusing on the Book of Hebrews will begin at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Poulsbo Community Church office. Info: (360) 598-5377.
ONGOING
SCHOOL SUPPLIES: The North Kitsap Fishline Food Bank is starting its 2008-09 school supplies program which provides K-12 children in need with basic school supplies. Items such as glue sticks, loose-leaf notebook paper, colored pencils, washable color markers, spiral paper and more are needed. For a complete list of needed supplies contact Fishline at (360) 779-5190 or info@nkfishline.org. Supplies must be received by Aug. 15. Monetary donations may be made in lieu of supplies. Supplies and checks may be dropped off at Fishline 18916 3rd Ave. NE Poulsbo or mailed to NKFL, PO Box 1517, Poulsbo 98370.
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.
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.
SUMMER FUN AT NAVAL MUSEUM: Kids and parents are invited to drop in from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. every Wednesday this summer for free hands-on activities about the undersea. Each Wednesday will feature a different craft activity. Topics include fish prints, famous submersibles, deep sea diving and sinking and floating. Info: (360) 396-5547.
JEWISH SUNDAY SCHOOL: Chavurat Shir Hayam is currently accepting applications for September enrollment. Info: (206) 855-7924 or www.shirhayam.org.
PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT: Vinland Lutheran Preschool is now enrolling for fall classes for children 2-5 years old. Info: Sherry Gutierrez at (360) 779-3428 for more information.
HANSVILLE CO-OP PRESCHOOL PLAYDATES: The Hansville Co-op Preschool will host several play dates 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. Info: (360) 271-8502 or www.hansvillepreschool.org.
