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Holiday invitational at gallery Roby King Galleries hosts its annual Holiday Invitational Small Works Exhibition through Dec. 28. The show will feature nearly 40 artists and more than 100 small artworks. Roby King Galleries is located at 176 Winslow Way East.
Wearable Art Show in Winslow The Island Gallery presents its eighth annual Wearable Art Show through Dec. 31. Textile and jewelry artists from the United States and abroad exhibit their latest creations, including men’s wear and a range of unique, one-of-a-kind ensembles for women. The Island Gallery is at 400 Winslow Way East, Suite 120. Info: Call 206-780-9500 or www.theislandgallery.net.
An exhibit for the holidays
Deck the halls with boughs of monkeys! Drop by the Bainbridge Performing Arts Gallery for “The Sock Monkey Diaries.” Artist and author Sally Jo Martine’s handmade original sock monkeys discover themselves somewhere between the assemblage of their body parts and subsequent adornment. Each monkey in the tribe has their own (often outlandish) story, yet they share a common purpose — to bring cuddly comfort, joy, laughter and hope into the lives of others. The December exhibit includes goat, bunny, and dog monkeys, as well as Christmas-tree decorator and elf monkeys, an antelope monkey, a binkie-loving infant monkey, breast-cancer survivor monkeys, and more. The exhibit runs throughout December at the BPA Gallery, 200 Madison Ave. North. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Info: Call 206-842-8569 or visit www.bainbridge performingarts.org.
Messiah Sing-along coming
Bainbridge Chorale will again host what has become a popular Island holiday tradition: the annual Messiah Sing-along. Bring your family to join with members of Bainbridge Chorale and the Messiah Festival Orchestra, under the direction of Michael A. Miller Jr., in singing favorite choruses from Handel’s beloved oratorio at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 at Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church. Inspiring professional vocal soloists will contribute their talents to the mix, performing the familiar arias and recitatives that contribute
to the narrative of the work. All are welcome to attend, either to sing or just to listen. A limited number of scores will be available to borrow; please bring your own if you have one. Admission is $10 at the door. Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church is at 11042 Sunrise Drive NE. Info: Visit bainbridgechorale. org or call 206-780-CHOR.
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Support group meets twice
Overeaters Anonymous meets on Bainbridge at 9:15 a.m. Saturdays at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church and 5 p.m. Wednesdays at Bethany Lutheran Church. Info: Call 206-780-0121.
Book sale at the library
Friends of the Library will hold a benefit book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Proceeds will benefit the library.
Film fans screen ‘Cloud Atlas’ The Island Film Group will hold a special event at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28 and screen the film “Cloud Atlas” at the Bainbridge Public Library. “Cloud Atlas” is based on the novel by David Mitchell and stars Tom Hanks, Halle Berry and Hugh Grant. Directed by Tom Tykwer and Andy Wachowski, the powerful and inspiring epic drama explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave dramatically through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero, and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. The film is rated R and is for mature audiences.
Next week Kids can have sloppy fun
Kids can stop by for special art projects on Messy Monday, Dec. 30 at Kids Discovery Museum. Messy experimentation and sensory exploration are not only allowed but also encouraged. Drop by any time between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.
Get mobile advice
The Bainbridge Public Library’s book-a-computertrainer will focus on Macs and mobile devices from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday,
Dec. 30. Register at the library or call 206-842-4162.
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Adoptable pets of the week
Kids are invited to KiDiMu for an evening of museum playtime, theme activities featuring marshmallow catapults, games and stories, and a pizza dinner, while their parents enjoy a night out. The program is made possible by Port Madison Enterprises and is recommended for children 3½ to 10. Participants must be able to use bathroom independently. Registration is required by noon the day before the event. The cost is $30 per child for KiDiMu members and $40 per child for non-members; $10 off per sibling. Info: Call 206-855-4650 or visit www.kidimu.org.
For adoption through PAWS: LouLou is a 1-year-old medium-haired calico with beautiful jade colored eyes who came in from Ocean Shores with her four kittens. They’ve all found homes. She is a super sweet girl who loves to be petted. She starts to purr the minute she sees you and keeps it up the whole time she is near you. LouLou is at the Pleasant Beach adoption center. The center is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Gentlemen artists at BAC
Musical fun at Tuesday Tunes
Kids can join local musician David Webb at Kids Discovery Museum on Tuesday, Dec. 31 for a guitar sing-along and enjoy favorite American folk hits for kids. The program is free with admission or membership. Info: Call 206-855-4650 or visit www.kidimu.org.
Noon Year’s Eve at KiDiMu
Get a head start on your New Year’s Eve celebration and ring in 2014 with the whole family at Kids Discovery Museum on Tuesday, Dec. 31. All are invited to KiDiMu for an annual countdown to noon and balloon drop at 11:45 a.m. Come early to enjoy special crafts and face painting between 10:30 and 11:45 a.m. and sing-along fun with Dave Webb at 11 a.m. The program is free with admission or membership. The museum will close at 1 p.m. on Dec. 31. Info: Call 206-855-4650 or visit www.kidimu.org.
Get one-on-one help
Peninsula Community Health Services will be at the Bainbridge Public Library to answer questions about the new health care exchange and to walk individuals through the sign-up process from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31. No appointments are necessary. First-come, first-served.
The Green Muse is back
Ethan J. Perry hosts a night Inspired by the Goddess of Artistic Rebellion from 8 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays at Pegasus Coffee House. Come by for a spoken word and poetry open mic with a bit of music thrown in. All ages are welcome.
Low tide at night
Explore the beach on New Year’s Eve at an outing from 9 to 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 below the Bainbridge Ferry Terminal beach. Marvel at the sea creatures we can see at night when there is a very low tide. Wear warm clothes, shoes that can get muddy or boots, and bring a strong flashlight. Access is from Olympic Drive, then the footpath past the Harborview Condos to the beach. Participants can park on Winslow Way.
It’s ‘Music To Our Beers’
Ethan J. Perry & His Remedy Band host “Music To Our Beers” at the Bainbridge Island Brewing Company from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays. “Music To Our Beers” is an open jam, and musicians are welcome to get up and play with the house band and others. Solo musicians can perform a set, too. Free admission.
Free day at KiDiMu
Free First Thursday returns to Kids Discovery Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2. On the first Thursday of the
month, families are invited to explore KiDiMu on a freeadmission day, sponsored by Wells Fargo. Have fun with a variety of hands-on exhibits and art activities. Info: Call 206-855-4650 or visit www.kidimu.org
Toasters meet day and night The Bainbridge Island Toastmasters clubs meet twice monthly, in the Winslow Arms Apartments Clubhouse at 220 Parfitt Way, Bainbridge Island. The afternoon club meets on the first and third Thursdays, from 11:50 a.m. to 1 p.m. The evening club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays, from 7:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The meetings are open to people interested in developing their speaking skills in a fun and supportive environment. Visitors are welcome. Info: Visit bainbridgeisland. toastmastersclubs.org and uspeakeasytoastmasters. toastmastersclubs.org.
Book group meets
Friends of the Library Book Group will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Info: Visit bifriends.org.
Biscuits & Gravy is back
Ethan J. Perry hosts “Biscuits & Gravy” at Pegasus Coffee House from 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays. “Biscuits & Gravy” is a song and pickin’ circle, open to acoustic instruments of every sort. Free admission.
Discovery Friday at KiDiMu Curious explorers are invited to Kids Discovery
For adoption through Kitsap Humane Society: Meet Leroy, a handsome 6-year-old Weimaraner mix, who is looking for his forever family to ring in the New Year. He is good with children of all ages, but should be your only canine kid. He needs a loving home with a large backyard. Meet Leroy and other adoptable pets at the Kitsap Humane Society, www.kitsap-humane. org.
Museum for science-themed, hands-on activities at 10:30 a.m. Fridays, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. This STEM-based program takes on a different subject each week. Check the website for details. The program is free with admission or membership. Info: Call 206-855-4650 or visit www.kidimu.org.
‘Presence’ at BPA Gallery
The Bainbridge Performing Arts Gallery will present “Presence” in January. Lauren Crew’s fine art photography project “Presence” explores her grief surrounding her mother’s death. The use of natural light and a quiet color palette reflect her isolation and the chronic void she’s encountered since her mother passed away. The exhibition will open during the First Fridays Art Walk, at 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and one hour prior to each performance. Info: Call 206-842-8569 or visit www.bainbridge performingarts.org.
Art Walk at the library
The Bainbridge Public Library will participate in the First Friday Art Walk from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3. Light refreshments will be served. On exhibit this month: “China sketches” by John Wiens, watercolor artist.
Kids’ Night at the Museum
Kids Discovery Museum hosts Kids’ Night at the Museum (aka Parents’ Night Out) from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3.
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts presents “The Gentlemen of Northwest Art,” an exhibition featuring the art of Phillip Levine, Norman Lundin and Gerard Tsutakawa, from Jan. 3 through Feb. 3. BAC brings together three of the Northwest’s most admired artists for one powerful exhibition. An artist reception is 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3. A nonprofit art gallery founded in 1948, Bainbridge Arts & Crafts encourages the creation and appreciation of fine contemporary art and craft by exhibiting and selling the work of Northwest artists. BAC is located at 151, Winslow Way E. Info: Call 206-842-3132 or visit www.bacart.org.
Lecture series returns
Great Decisions at the Library continues at 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 at the Bainbridge Public Library with “Islamic Awakening.” The aftermath of the Arab Spring has resulted in unforeseen changes in the political landscape in many countries, especially regarding the role of Islam and democracy. How have the countries in the Maghreb reacted, including Tunisia, where the Arab Spring began? Is U.S. foreign policy adapting successfully to the changes in the region? John Thorne will serve as moderator. Thorne covers North Africa and parts of the Sahel for the Christian Science Monitor from his base in Tunis, Tunisia. He’s visited much of the region since moving there in 2006 and has reported extensively on the Arab Spring and its aftermath. He grew up on Bainbridge Island and was educated at Whitman College and King’s College London. Before joining the Monitor, he wrote for the Associated Press and The National (Abu Dhabi). He speaks five foreign languages, including Arabic. The talk is free, with donations welcome. Refreshments will be provided.
Learn about digital ’zines
The Bainbridge Public Library will host free tutorials on downloading digital magazines at the library with drop-in times from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4.