Alzheimer’s Assocation memory loss seminar
From 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1, in Silverdale, the Alzheimer’s Assocation is offering an early-stage memory loss seminar. The seminar provides education for those living with mild memory loss. Topics will include basics of dementia, strategies for coping and help planning the next steps. Learn from the experiences of others who understand your situation. Pre-registration is required. For more information, contact Katherine Painter at 206-529-3868.
American Crown Circus held June 23-26
Starting at 6 p.m. from June 23-26 at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds in Bremerton, the American Crown Circus will be performing. Tickets are $20 for adults. Up to two kids 10 and under get in for free, per group. For more information, contact Nicholas deFrancis at nick@americancrowncircousa.com or 209-602-8140.
Kitsap Transit Board community meeting
Learn more about Kitsap Transit’s plan to offer half-hour ferry rides to downtown Seattle from the peninsula at the public meeting, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at the Silverdale Beach Hotel Anchor Room, 3073 NW Bucklin Hill Road. Kitsap Transit’s Executive Director John Clauson will share details about the Cross-Sound Fast Ferry Service plan. Kitsap County will vote on funding the service on the Nov. 8 ballot. For more information, visit www.kitsaptransit.com.
Celebration of Life of H. Emily Moshay
A celebration of life in honor of H. Emily Moshay will be held on what was to be her 85th birthday, from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 29. Friends are encouraged to dress comfortably (leopard attire always welcomed) and share memories of meeting the lady known as Bremerton’s No. 1 fan and promoter. For more information, email michellemoshay@mac.com.
4th of July celebration hosted in Keyport
Keyport celebrates the 4th of July with classic small-town events.
The community pancake breakfast will start at 8 a.m. July 4 at the Keyport Bible Church Recreation Building, 15270 Washington Ave. The breakfast costs $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and military, $4 for kids age 5-12 and free for kids under 5.
The parade will assemble at 1 p.m. at the fire station on Pacific Avenue.
The events are hosted by the Keyport Improvement Club. For more information, visit www.keyport98345.com.
Barnyard Roundup vacation bible school
From 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 1-5, at Evergreen Lutheran Church, 3200 Seabeck Holly Road. Psalm 23 will be taught through memory verses, songs and activities. There may be some special barnyard guests of the four-legged variety! Open to children in preschool (3 years old and potty trained) to seventh graders. Walk-ins welcome, but registration preferred by July 29. Register at www.vbsmate.com/events/EvergreenVBS/4930. For more information, visit www.seabec kluterhan.com.
Open water swim at Wildcat Lake
Join the Bremerton Family YMCA in an open-water swim, 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 27. There will be a half-mile swim starting at 9 a.m. and a one-mile swim starting at 9:45 a.m. Each participant receives a commemorative T-shirt and swim cap. Each finisher will receive a medal. Awards will be given to top finishers in each age category. There will also be a raffle and music. The event is open to the public, and costs $30 to register. For more information, visit www.teamuify.com or register at the Bremerton Family YMCA, 360-377-3741.
Submarine technology displayed at museum
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, submarine technology will be featured at the U.S. Naval Undersea Museum. Step inside a real submarine control room in the submarine technology gallery; this recreated control room from a Cold War-era submarine, the USS Greenling (SSN-614) features equipment from the sub, including periscopes, the ship control panel, fire control panel and ballast control panal.
Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit www.navalunderseamu seum.org.
23rd annual Day of Caring on June 24
From 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 24, United Way of Kitsap County invites everyone to join in on the annual Day of Caring.
The event will kick off at the Kitsap Sun Pavilion on the Kitsap County Fairgrounds, where volunteers will meet other volunteers, enjoy a continental breakfast, mini-rally and receive T-shirts, bottled water and boxed lunches before heading out to their project sites.
Day of Caring is a great way to lend a hand in the community, providing labor needed to accomplish tasks that aren’t within normal budgets.
Browse the full list of projects at www.volunteerkitsap.org, then click on Projects Available to see what might interest you. From there, you can register as an individual or sign up a team.
For more information, visit www.volunteerkitsap.org.
Bingo and karaoke at McCloud’s Grill House
Starting at 6 p.m. on Sundays at McCloud’s Grill House, 2901 Perry Ave. Suite No. 13, join players of all ages in games of bingo. Prizes are given to the winners. At 8:30 p.m., karaoke starts up, and even kids can join in. For more information, visit mccloudsgrillhouse.com.
Patron Appreciation Day set for Aug. 16
The Downtown Bremerton Friends of the Library is hosting a patron appreciation day from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at 612 Fifth St., Bremerton. This event is a thank you to those who use the downtown Bremerton library. Refreshments provided. Books will be for sale in the Book Keep for $5 a bag or half price.
Bremerton Symphony Orchestra auditions set
Bremerton Symphony Orchestra, an all-volunteer orchestra under music direction of Alan Futterman, will hold auditions for the upcoming season on Tuesday, Aug. 23, and Tuesday, Sept. 6. Experienced musicians of all instruments are encouraged to schedule a 10-minute audition time with Personnel Manager Gary Dahl by calling 360-536-2038 or emailing gdahl@bremertonsymphony.org with subject line “BSO Auditions.”
Bremerton Symphony Orchestra is a program of Bremerton Symphony Association, a nonprofit organization, which for 74 years has brought West Sound communities together sharing a passion for live music, preserving our rich history and providing educational opportunities for all.
Top 10 for $10 animal adoption event set
From noon to 4:30 p.m. throughout June, Kitsap Humane Society is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to have their cat adoption fees for the Top 10 cats at just $10. All cats come with the most up-to-date vaccines, are microchipped and are spayed or neutered. Help KHS save lives and adopt one of their terrific Top 10.
KHS is located at 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale. For more information, visit www.kitsap- humane.org.
Kitsap Rose Society show June 26
On Sunday, June 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Kitsap Rose Society members will display their roses at Clearbrook Inn Assisted Living Facility in the Red Barn, 12295 Schold Rd NW, Silverdale. The public is invited to attend.
For additional information email alvinandrus@gmail.com.
Eighth annual Kitsap Wine Festival Aug. 13
BREMERTON – The eighth annual Kitsap Wine Festival at Harborside Fountain Park returns with a celebration of food, wine and community from 2-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13.
Tickets are $45 through July 31; $55, Aug. 1-12; $65 at the door, Aug. 13.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.kitsapwinefe stival.com or onsite at Kitsap Conference Center and Harrison Medical Center Foundation.
Photography Guild to meet on Thursdays
The Kitsap Photography Guild will hold a meeting 7-9 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at Cavalon Place Building, 2011 Myhre Road, Silverdale. The club hosts monthly presentations that are interesting and education, no matter what your level of expertise, beginner to professional. Once a quarter, the club hosts a digital image review/critique night. These sessions are for anyone, from kids to seniors, singles to families. For more information, contact Jon and Sue DeArman, dearmans@comcast.net or 360-697-1352, or visit www.kitsapphotogra phyguild.com.
