Inspire Lite | May 2023

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your guide to events, resources & services MAY 2023 Meet Our New Website! pg. 11

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Adults Veg Club

Peninsula Community Health Service’s Mobile Medical Clinic Get help with insurance enrollment and community resources. Address health concerns and connect with specialists in the mobile medical clinic.

Second Wednesdays, May 10, 1-4 p.m.

In-person | Port Orchard Third Wednesdays, May 17, 1-4 p.m.

In-person | Poulsbo Fourth Wednesdays, May 24, 1-4 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Learn everything gardening from beginner basics to resources for experienced growers.

In partnership with Bainbridge Prepares Food Resiliency Team.

Tuesday, May 2, 6:30-8 p.m.

Virtual | Bainbridge Island

Books on Tap: Literary Trivia Test your knowledge of book and movie trivia and win fabulous prizes. In partnership with Treehouse Café. Ages 21+

Wednesday, May 3, 7-8:30 p.m.

In-person | Treehouse Café, 4569 Lynwood Center Rd. NE, Bainbridge Island

Crafternoon Meet and socialize with other community crafters. Bring a project to work on.

Every Wednesday, 1-2 p.m.

In-person | Little Boston

Puget Sound Genealogical Society Puget Sound Genealogical Society hosts monthly events on genealogical research and resources that can be accessed at KRL.org/events.

Land Records & Timelines

Monthly Meeting & Program

Presented by Janet O’Conor Camarata.

Learn how to use the Washington State Archives.

Saturday, May 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room

Family History Writing Group

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Wednesday, May 24, 1-2 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room

Connect with others as you write your family history.

Organizing Genealogical Data & Courthouse Research

Tuesday, May 23, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room

Presented by Janet O’Conor Camarata.

Saturday, May 27, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room

Homelessness Is a Housing Problem

Take & Make Craft: Button Bouquets

In “Homelessness Is a Housing Problem,” Gregg Colburn and data scientist Clayton Page Aldern test a range of beliefs about what drives the prevalence of homelessness in a given city. This event is in partnership with Housing Resources Bainbridge and Helpline House. Registration required.

Grab a kit containing everything needed to create a bouquet using buttons — just in time for Mother’s Day! Available first come, first served while supplies last.

Monday, May 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

In-person | Kingston

Thursday, May 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Island Film Group

Master Gardeners Clinic

Wednesday, May 10, 7-9:30 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Use science-based resources to answer questions about plant identification, pest and disease diagnosis and more.

Presented in partnership with Washington State University’s Extension Office Master Gardeners.

Watch “The Remains of the Day.” Come for the film, stay for the discussion.

Astrobiology Tour of the Solar System Enjoy an online presentation led by the Pacific Planetarium.

Every Thursday, 3-4:45 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Friday, May 12, 5-6 p.m.

Virtual | Manchester

Story Night

Ask Mayor Becky Erickson

An entertaining night of stories told by local storytellers. This month’s topic is “Status Quo.” Visit storynight.org to learn how to tell your story. Ages 21+

Connect with Mayor Becky Erickson for questions and conversation.

Thursday, May 4, 7-8 p.m.

In-person | Cloverleaf Sports Bar & Grill, 1240 Hollis St., Bremerton

Saturday, May 13, 1-3 p.m.

In-person | Poulsbo, Upstairs Meeting Room

Introduction to Watercolor

Drop in for a Star Wars movie marathon celebrating Revenge of the Sixth (May 6)!

Learn the basics of watercolor with local artist Dani Gray. Beginners welcome!

In partnership with Collective Visions Gallery.

Registration required.

Saturday, May 6, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Saturday, May 13, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

In-person | Downtown Bremerton

Star Wars Movie Marathon

Knit at Night Love to create? Bring your own knitting, crocheting, embroidery or crafting project from home and work at your own pace with friends, new and old.

Monday, May 8, 5-6 p.m.

In-person | Port Orchard

When registration is required or your event is virtual, visit KRL.org/events.

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Friends Friends of the Library groups raise money to support their local branch through book sales and special events. If you love your Library and are looking for a way to get involved, consider joining a Friends group.

Poulsbo Friends of the Library Meeting Monday, May 1, 10 a.m.-noon In-person | Poulsbo, Community Room

Kingston Friends of the Library Meeting Monday, May 8, 10-11 a.m.

In-person | Village Green Community Center, 26159 Dulay Rd. NE, Kingston

East Bremerton Friends of the Library Book Sale Buy books, movies and music to support the Library.

photo by Nic Bishop

Author Event: Sy Montgomery Join us for an evening with Sy Montgomery!

A naturalist and adventurer, Montgomery has written over 33 books for all ages on animals, nature and the environment.

A book signing will follow.

Friday, May 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale

Friday, May 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Inside Healthcare

Enlighten: Kitsap Community Forum

Dr. Toni Terry, Board-certified Obesity Medicine Specialist and Endocrinologist will discuss lifestyle interventions and medical weight loss to improve overall health.

Nathan Daniel, Executive Director of Great Peninsula Conservancy, will discuss their conservation initiatives. Learn more at enlightenkitsap.org.

Tuesday, May 16, 5-6 p.m.

Virtual & In-person | Silverdale

Friday, May 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

In-person | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Dr., Bremerton

Dahlias 101 Learn how to grow dahlias in your garden and about the public gardens that Kitsap County Dahlia Society plants and maintains.

In partnership with Kitsap Dahlia Society.

Wednesday, May 17, 10-11 a.m.

In-person | Manchester

Cricut Makerspace Get help on a project or try one of ours during open crafting time with our Cricut machine. Bring a laptop and materials for cutting. The Library also has limited materials for use. Registration required.

Saturday, May 20, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

In-person | Port Orchard

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DIY Seed Paper

Sylvan Way Book Group

Create seed paper out of recycled materials that you can plant in your garden or gift to a friend. Registration required.

Discuss “The Personal Librarian”

by Marie Benedict. Registration required.

Monday, May 22, 5-6 p.m.

In-person | Port Orchard Wednesday, May 24, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Manchester

TreeBuilder Genealogy Session Members of the Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society are excited to help you get started on your family tree!

In partnership with the Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society.

Monday, May 22, 7-8:30 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Fiber Arts Circle Do you knit, crochet, hand sew or embroider? Bring your craft and share tea and companionship while you work.

Second Saturdays, May 13, 10-11 a.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room

Manchester Book Group Discuss “The Confession Club”

by Elizabeth Berg.

Third Mondays, May 15, 6-7 p.m.

In-person | Manchester

Sylvan Way Nonfiction Book Group Discuss “Group” by Christie Tate.

Third Tuesdays, May 16, 10-11 a.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room

Port Orchard Book Group Discuss “Braiding Sweetgrass”

by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

Third Tuesdays, May 16, 6-7 p.m.

Virtual & In-person | Port Orchard

Tuesday, May 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Thriller Book Group

Book Groups

Third Tuesdays, May 16, 7-8 p.m.

Virtual | Kingston

Kingston Book Group Discuss “A Gentleman in Moscow”

by Amor Towles.

First Wednesdays, May 3, 10-11:30 a.m.

In-person | Kingston

Little Boston Book Group Discuss “Rough Magic” by Lara Prior-Palmer.

First Wednesdays, May 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

In-person & Virtual | Little Boston

Discuss “Leave the World Behind”

by Rumaan Alam. Registration required.

Silverdale Book Group Discuss “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury.

Third Wednesdays, May 17, 1-2 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Downtown Bremerton Book Group This month, choose a book about a library or bookstore.

Fourth Mondays, May 22, 5-6 p.m.

In-person | Downtown Bremerton

Poulsbo Book Group Discuss “Humankind” by Rutger Bregman.

Second Tuesdays, May 9, 3-4 p.m.

In-person | Poulsbo

When registration is required or your event is virtual, visit KRL.org/events.

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Best Seller Book Group

Dungeons & Dragons Meetup

Discuss “Eruption: the untold story of Mount St. Helens” by Steve Olson.

Join fellow gamers for this tabletop role-playing game meetup with gaming supplies and a place to roll dice.

Bring on epic storytelling!

Fourth Mondays, May 22, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Teens Teen Space Play games, make crafts, create art or hang out with friends. Snacks provided.

Grades 7-12

Every Monday, 2-4 p.m., except May 29 In-person | Bainbridge Island Grades 6-12

Every Wednesday, 2:30-4:30 p.m., except May 3 In-person | Poulsbo

Teen Advisory Board Help shape the Library. Express your interests, develop leadership skills, help plan and implement special events and earn volunteer credit. Grades 6-12

Wednesday, May 3, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Poulsbo

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Discover the action and intrigue that awaits in fantasy worlds full of mystery.

Every Thursday, 3:30-5:15 p.m.

Virtual | Poulsbo

Free Comic Book Day Select two Free Comic Book Day titles, make comic crafts and watch a superhero movie while supplies last. In partnership with Comics Keep. Grades K-12

Saturday, May 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island, Large Meeting Room

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Tuesday, May 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale

Create the Rainbow: Pride Art Are you a queer teen artist looking to showcase your skills and pride to the community? Take part in a block printing tutorial and work with a team to craft a 4’x4’ block print to be steamroll printed at the Wayzgoose Festival on June 3 and displayed at Kitsap Pride on July 22.

Registration is not required but requested.

In partnership with Kitsap Pride and Wayzgoose Kitsap.

Every Wednesday, 4-6 p.m., except May 3 In-person | Port Orchard

Kindness Club This month, make no-bake dog treats while hanging out with therapy dogs!

In partnership with Assistance Dogs Northwest. Grades 5-9

Second Thursdays, May 11, 4-5 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Let NoveList Guide You Use NoveList to add great reads to your reading list and find new favorites in genres you already love. Build your reading list at KRL.org/readers.

Magic: The Gathering Meetup

Read to a Dog

All levels are welcome! We provide cards but encourage you to bring yours, too.

Choose a story to share with a dog and practice reading, in partnership with Therapy Dogs International Kitsap.

This event is first come, first served.

Tuesday, May 16, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale

Let’s Get Crafty!

Flex your artistic muscles with a new craft.

Drop in for an easy, fun art project or take a kit to get crafty at home.

Saturday, May 20, 1-2 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale

Blackout Poetry A Bainbridge Island Museum of Art teaching artist will guide a blackout poetry activity designed for all ages. Supplies provided.

Saturday, May 27, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Kids

First & Fourth Wednesdays, May 3, 24, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Kingston First & Third Thursdays, May 4, 18, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island Second & Fourth Thursdays, May 11, 25, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way Second & Third Wednesdays, May 10, 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Little Boston

LEGO Builders

Second & Fourth Wednesdays, May 10, 24, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Poulsbo, Children’s Area

Using LEGO bricks, we’ll work together to meet two challenges that tie in with a great book.

Second Fridays, May 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Every Tuesday, 4-5 p.m., except May 23, 30 In-person | Manchester

LEGO Club Join other LEGO enthusiasts and build a creation to meet a monthly challenge!

All materials provided.

Wednesday, May 3, 4-5 p.m.

In-person | Downtown Bremerton Wednesday, May 3, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Poulsbo, Meeting Room First, Third & Fifth Wednesdays, May 3, 17, 31, 2-3 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Mini Maestros Develop literacy and STEM skills through musical play and ASL rhymes. Attendance is limited to the first 28 kids. Ages 4-6

Every Thursday, 10:30-11 a.m.

In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Free Comic Book Day Select two Free Comic Book Day titles, make comic crafts and watch a superhero movie while supplies last.

In partnership with Comics Keep.

Grades K-12

Saturday, May 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island, Large Meeting Room

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Take & Make: Cupcake Liner Flowers

May I Pet Your Dog?

May 8-12, all day In-person | Kingston

Meet Donna and her certified therapy dog, Pippa, who share an important story “May I Pet your Dog?” Receive guidance on appropriate behavior for approaching pet animals. Dog-related songs and activities included.

Builders’ Club

Saturday, May 13, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

In-person | Manchester

Grab a kit containing everything you need to make cupcake liner flowers while supplies last.

Build up and take down structures using LEGOs and wooden blocks. All materials provided. Grades K-5

Second & Fourth Wednesdays, May 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

Roll For Initiative: Character Development Learn the basics of Dungeons & Dragons.

Explore how character background and moral alignment shapes character choices and team goals. Ages 8+

STEM Camp Explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics through hands-on activities with cool devices. Space and supplies are limited to first come, first served. Ages 6-12, siblings welcome.

Thursday, May 18, 4-5 p.m.

In-person | Manchester

Make a May Flower Bouquet Create a beautiful paper bouquet to bring home.

Second Wednesdays, May 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Saturday, May 27, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Downtown Bremerton

Afternoon Gaming

Learn how to build a storyboard and plan exciting stories for a comic or manga!

Supplies and inspiration provided. Ages 8+

Join other gamers to play with our Infinity Games table and other gaming consoles!

Drawn to Comics: Storyboards

Second & Fourth Wednesdays, May 10, 24, 2-3 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Saturday, May 27, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Crafternoon

Discuss honeybees, the hive environment and honey production with hobbyist beekeeper Mr. Gallup, then view live bees in a hive environment! Grades K-5

Create a seasonal craft using a variety of techniques with colorful clay. This event is first come, first served. Ages 6-12, siblings welcome.

Thursday, May 11, 4-5 p.m.

In-person | Manchester

The Buzz About Bees

Tuesday, May 30, 4:45-5:15 p.m.

In-person | Kingston

Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Every May, we celebrate the generations of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.

Explore our collection of books, audiobooks and resources highlighting their cultures, stories and achievements. Learn more at KRL.org/AANHPI.

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Little Kids Little Explorers Explore different STEM concepts through hands-on activities. Ages 3-5

Tuesday, May 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island Tuesday, May 9, 11-11:45 a.m.

In-person | Kingston

Baby Band Babies and caregivers enjoy musical experiences that build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development.

Playgroup to follow.

Every Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m.

In-person | Downtown Bremerton Every Tuesday, 9:30-10 a.m., except May 23, 30 In-person | Manchester Attendance is limited to the first 28 kids.

Parachute Party Shake and move the giant parachute while you dance and groove with silly kids’ music.

Ages 0-5 years

Tuesday, May 30, 11-11:30 a.m.

In-person | Kingston

Storytimes

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and full-body movements designed to build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development.

Baby Storytime Ages 0-18 months.

Playgroup to follow.

Every Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m., except May 16, 30 In-person | Poulsbo, Children’s Area Every Wednesday, 10-11 a.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way Every Friday, 10:15-11 a.m., except May 26 In-person | Port Orchard

Every Tuesday, 10-10:30 a.m., 10:45-11:15 a.m., except May 30 In-person | Silverdale, Salish Room

Every Monday, 1-1:30 p.m., except May 1, 29 In-person | Kingston

Play & Learn

Preschool Storytime

Explore the season of spring through touch, smell, sight and our imaginations.

Friday, May 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

In-person | Poulsbo, Community Room

Ages 3-5 years.

Playgroup to follow.

Every Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m., except May 16, 30 In-person | Poulsbo, Community Room Every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-noon In-person | Bainbridge Island A craft to follow.

Every Thursday, 10:15-11 a.m., except May 25 In-person | Manchester Every Friday, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Sylvan Way

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Toddler Storytime

Family Storytime

Ages 18 months-3 years

Ages 0-5 years

Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m.

In-person | Bainbridge Island

A craft and playgroup will follow.

Playgroup to follow.

Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m.

In-person | Downtown Bremerton

Every Wednesday, 10:15-10:45 a.m., except May 31 In-person | Poulsbo, Community Room

Every Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-noon In-person | Little Boston

Every Friday, 10-10:45 a.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Every Friday, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., except May 26 In-person | Port Orchard Attendance is limited to the first 30 people.

Every Monday, 10:15-10:45 a.m., 11-11:30 a.m., except May 1, 29 In-person | Kingston

Pajama Storytime A special sleepy storytime. Bring a stuffy and wear your pajamas! Ages 0-5 years

Tuesday, May 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

In-person | Sylvan Way

Prepare to Dig into Summer on June 1!

Get ready to celebrate summer with us, June through August. Starting next month: • Challenge Yourself: Read to win, do a bingo adventure or learn something new.

• Join the Fun: discover live performances and exciting events throughout the summer.

• Get Around Town: Explore your community and learn by doing.

• Enjoy Awesome Prizes: Earn a book or journal of choice, a drawstring backpack and a 100-hour Reader T-shirt.

• Enter To Win: A $150 certificate to your favorite bookstore or farmers market, or a Nintendo Switch Lite and $70 purchasing card.

• Try the Mobile App: Connect online to earn celebratory badges & exclusive digital rewards.

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Meet Our New Website!

Access to the Library just got easier. After years of planning and months of preparation, it’s finally time! Launching this month, we’re excited to share a brand-new website experience with you.

Enjoy the following: • Simplified search & navigation • An improved events calendar • Enhanced catalog search • Mobile-friendly access Register your account on KRL.org to keep track of your reading goals and activities and to share reviews, ratings and booklists with other community members. Stay updated on new additions to our collection and see monthly reading recommendations curated by our library staff. Visit the new website today and share your thoughts at the new and improved KRL.org.

Plan ahead, get more information, sign-up early online or start your summer adventure at KRL.org/summer.

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location & hours The Library is closed Monday, May 29.

Bainbridge (206) 451-5050 1270 Madison Ave. N, 98110 Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5

Downtown Bremerton (360) 447-5420

Little Boston

612 5th St., 98337 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-2

Kingston

Kingston (360) 860-5070 26159 Dulay Rd. NE, 98346 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5 Little Boston (360) 860-5080 Poulsbo

31980 Little Boston Rd. NE, 98346 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-2

Manchester (360) 447-5430 8067 E Main St., Port Orchard, 98366 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-2

87 Sidney Ave., 98366 Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5

Bainbridge

Silverdale

Port Orchard (360) 447-5440

Downtown Bremerton

Sylvan Way Manchester

Poulsbo (360) 447-5450 700 NE Lincoln Rd., 98370 Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5

Silverdale (360) 447-5470 3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd., Suite 101, 98383 Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5 Sylvan Way (360) 447-5480 1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton, 98310 Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5

Port Orchard

Mobile Services (360) 447-5505 Offering services for individuals who have challenges visiting our library branches, Mobile Services delivers library materials to those that qualify. Learn more at KRL.org/mobileservices.