Orchestra to perform at Admiral Theatre
The Gene Krupa Orchestra will take the stage at Bremerton’s Admiral Theatre on Oct. 24, at 7:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. Reserved Seating $15-$65 and available at admiraltheatre.org or 360-373-6743.
During the late 1930’s, Gene Krupa emerged as a national phenomenon and his appearance on stage and in film catapulted him to superstar status. Now leading the new Gene Krupa Orchestra, Mike Berkowitz brings the Krupa magic back to life for a whole new generation. Indulge in an evening of drumlines, swing and big band classics.
The dance floor will be set up for the event, so don’t forget your dancing shoes.
Admiral Theatre Ticket Office hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please visit admiraltheatre.org for more information.
Chiropractic center offers free health class
Chiropractic Lifestyle Center, will launch of a free series of classes that addresses the causes of disease. Kieran Jones, acupuncturist, will present core principles of healthy eating and healthy living at the monthly classes. Each class will include information on a different subjects such as Alzheimer’s disease, heart health, diet during pregnancy, and dietary choices for emotional health. Contact Chiropractic Lifestyle Center at 360 373-2225 for a complete list of dates and subjects. The Center is located at 991 NE Riddell Road in Bremerton.
Open house set at animal hospital
VCA Central Kitsap Animal Hospital will host a Fall Festival Open House from 11 am to 3pm. Oct. 25th. There will be fun for the whole Family.
The hospital is located at 2422 NW Bucklin Hill Road, Suite 100 in Silverdale.
USS Turner Joy to become haunted ship
The USS Turner Joy (DD 951), a museum ship located on the Bremerton waterfront, will soon undergo its annual transformation from museum ship to haunted ship.
This transformation occurs at the end of October each year to become a haunted ship open to the public to celebrate Halloween. Volunteers are now busy planning the ninth annual event to take you on the horrific tour of: Tormented Tales – Island of the Dolls. The theme this year is inspired by a real, “live” island of the dolls: www.isladelasmunecas.com.
The haunted ship will welcome visitors beginning Oct. 27 through Nov. 1. Monday through Thursday hours are 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday hours are 6 p.m. – midnight. This event is not recommended for children under age 8. This event also helps collect food for the local food bank. Donate a non-perishable item and receive a $1 off admission.
Bremerton merchants generously provide materials, food and advertising material and volunteers gave countless hours to plan and execute the event. The small admission fee will help secure the necessary money for a mandatory dry-dock, hull inspection and preservation due soon.
The USS Turner Joy is maintained and administered by the Bremerton Historic Ships Association. It’s located at 300 Washington Beach Ave., Bremerton. For more information call 360-792-2457 or email dd951@sinclair.net.
Learn more at www.ussturnerjoy.org.
Meals on Wheels needs volunteers
The Bremerton area Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteer home-delivery drivers on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Fridays.
Volunteers deliver hot meals to homebound seniors in the Bremerton area. Time commitment is 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Drivers use their own vehicles; Mileage reimbursement is available.
The organization is also seeking servers at its community dining sites in East Bremerton and on Bainbridge Island. Time commitment is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 360-377-8511 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for more information.
Volunteer Chore Services seeking help
Volunteer Chore Services a program of Catholic Community Services is seeking volunteers who can provide a little assistance to low-income elders and disabled adults to help keep them in their own homes as long as safely possible. With the help of community volunteers, Volunteer Chore Services can assist those that cannot afford to pay for the type of help they need, do not qualify for assistance elsewhere or do not have family or friends available to them.
Services VCS provides are: driving clients medical appointments or grocery store, run errands or shop for those that are housebound, make minor home repairs, lend a hand with housework and build wheelchair ramps, install grab bars or other safety devices and assist with moving.
Mileage is reimbursed upon request.
For more information on volunteering contact Donna Jones, program coordinator at 360-405-0072, ext. 3 or DonnaJ@ccsww.org.
Salmon Docent training offered
Salmon habitat, life cycle, and species in the Puget Sound will be discussed from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Great Peninsula Conservancy conference room, 423 Pacific Ave., Suite 401, in Bremerton.
Ecologically, traditionally, and commercially important, salmon are iconic in the region and influence how we manage our waters and landscape. Salmon expert Paul Dorn of the Suquamish Tribe will share his knowledge of species and talk of the issues affecting salmon in the Salish Sea. Trainees who work two hours at salmon events receive a new Kitsap Salmon Field Guide.
There is no cost to attend. Register with Lisa Rillie at lrillie@co.kitsap.wa.us or call 360-337-7157 ext. 3244.
Auxiliary to meet Nov. 1
The DAV Auxiliary will meet at noon on Nov. 1 for a potluck at 2315 Burwell in Bremerton. A meeting will follow. Please bring a dish to share. Anyone interested in joining the group is welcome. For more information call 360-876-1819.
Vintage auto club to host swap meet
The Olympic Vintage Auto Club will be hosting its 46th Annual Old Car Swap Meet at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds on Nov. 1 and 2.
More than 400 vendors are expected to be on hand. Admission is $5 on Saturday and $3 on Sunday. To learn more, visit www.ovac.us.
Kitsap celebrates Washington’s 125th year
“Kitsap Stories from 1889,” an exhibit celebrating Washington’s quasquicentennial or 125th year of statehood, will be on display at the Kitsap Historical Museum Nov. 7 through mid-January.
An open house will take place during Bremerton’s First Friday Art Walk, Nov. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. with a special reception at 6 p.m.
The open house is free to the public, including entrance to all museum exhibits. Refreshments will be served during the reception.
The museum is located at 280 4th Street in Bremerton. For more information please call 360-479-6226, or go to www.kitsaphistory.org.
