Friday, October 4, 2013 • Bainbridge Island Review
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Mommy, Me, and a Cup of Tea Bainbridge Cooperative Nursery School hosts a new class for children from infant to age 3 and their caregiver. “Mommy, Me, and a Cup of Tea” will meet at the nursery school from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Fridays this fall. The program features music, storytelling, snack and a cup of tea led by an experienced island teacher. There will be weekly discussions for the parents based on the group’s interest. Info: Email kaye@bcns preschool.org.
Art show at Bloedel Reserve Bloedel Reserve hosts a Wednesday Watercolor Art Show through Dec. 1 at the reserve. Artwork created by the Wednesday Watercolor group will be on display. The Wednesday Watercolor group is comprised of more than 18 dedicated artists. Many have painted and shown together for nearly a decade. Some works on display will highlight different areas of the reserve. The show is free with admission to the Reserve.
Get tips on writing memoirs The Bainbridge Public Library will host the free presentation “Memoir: How to Jog Your Memories to Create Your Story” at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4. If you’ve thought about writing a memoir for years, writer Sharon Jackson will help you get started using family stories, genealogy and family photos to help you retrieve those elusive memories and write them down.
KiDiMu has science fun
Discovery Friday is back at Kids Discovery Museum on Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Curious explorers are invited to KiDiMu for sciencethemed activities. This STEMbased program takes on a different subject each week. Drop by between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. The program is free with admission or membership. Info: Visit www.kidimu.org or call 206-855-4650.
Art Walk at the library
Bainbridge Island Public Library will showcase the work of Tuesday Painters, a group of Bainbridge Island women who paint together on a weekly basis in October. Islanders can get a good look at local art when the library participates in the First Friday Art Walk from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4.
Printmaking on display
Roby King Galleries pres-
ents its annual exhibition of original printmaking in October. An opening reception is 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4. Roby King Galleries is at 176 Winslow Way East.
BAC show includes furniture
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts presents “Intimate Construction: Furniture from the Northwest” through Oct. 28. See furniture from an entirely new angle. This talented roster of Northwest wood artists, curated by Bainbridge Islander Aaron Levine, uses both traditional and unexpected materials to translate modern utilitarian needs into objects of uncommon beauty. An opening reception is 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 4 during the First Friday Art Walk. In conjunction with his October exhibition, Allen will demonstrate his landscape painting techniques in a free demonstration at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at BAC. Bainbridge Arts & Crafts is at 151 Winslow Way East. Info: Call 206-842-3132 or visit www.bacart.org.
‘Eclectica’ opens in Winslow
The Island Gallery presents “Eclectica” through Oct. 27. The exhibition features textiles, ceramics, prints, paintings and furniture. An opening reception is 6 to 8 p.m. on First Friday, Oct. 4, with music from Peter Spencer and Friends. The Island Gallery is at 400 Winslow Way E., Suite 120. Info: Call 206-780-9500 or email ssn@theislandgallery. net.
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, Oct. 4 and Saturday, Oct. 19. Kids are invited to KiDiMu for an evening of museum playtime, special activities, movies and a pizza dinner, while their parents run errands or enjoy a night out. The program, made possible by Port Madison Enterprises, is for kids ages 3½ to 10. Participants must be able to use the bathroom independently. The cost is $30 per child for KiDiMu members and $40 per child for nonmembers; $10 off per sibling. Registration is required by noon on Friday.
Steel portraits at BPA Gallery
The Bainbridge Performing Arts Gallery will feature “Portraits,” a series of colorful porcelain enamel on steel portraits by long-time island artist David Berfield, in October. This colorful work combines computer generated images with hand-cut stencils and powdered glass fused to steel. Berfield has been
www.bainbridgereview.com working in enamel on steel on Bainbridge Island for 36 years. He is better known for working with other artists, but this show is all his own. The exhibition opens with a special artist reception and a fun evening of art, food, and friends on the First Fridays Art Walk from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4. Gallery hours throughout the month are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday plus one hour prior to each performance. Admission is free at BPA, 200 Madison Ave. North.
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Saturday
Get it fresh at the market
The Bainbridge Island Farmers Market returns to town square from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Fresh albacore tuna is back at the market this week. Shoppers will also find sweet corn and tomatoes at their peak, plus plums, pears, apples, strawberries, blueberries, zucchini, cabbage, herbs and more. The market also features artisan crafts, fresh food and live music each week.
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.
Halloween costume swap
Go green (and easy on your wallet) this Halloween. In honor of National Costume Swap Day, Kids Discovery Museum will host its third annual Costume Swap from Oct. 5–30. Bring any gently used complete Halloween children’s costumes, costume pieces or accessories to KiDiMu and exchange them for something new (or “new-to-you”). Pick-up or drop-off only also available. Free with admission or membership.
Celebrate Family History Month “Tracing Yesterday’s Paths to the Present: A Celebration of Family History Month” comes to the Bainbridge Public Library from 12:15 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Family History month celebrates the discovery of stories within our families. Mentors from the Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society will be available for free 30-minute tutoring sessions to help you start — or continue — your search for your family’s path. Just bring a question and information about your family as a starting point for conversation. Sign up now at the reference desk of the Bainbridge Library or email info@bigenealogy.org.
Armchair poetry continues
Poulsbohemian Armchair Poetry Series welcomes poets Jordan Hartt, Jenifer Browne Lawrence, and John
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Adoptable pets of the week
For adoption through PAWS: Storm is a 16-week-old shorthaired brown tabby with polydactyl feet. He has slightly crossed green eyes. He and many other kittens are waiting to meet their new families at the PAWS Pleasant Beach Adoption Center. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday).
Willson at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse, 19003 Front St., Poulsbo. The featured readers will be followed by a brief openmic. Admission is free; hot and cold drinks, pastries and snacks will be for sale. Info: Call Nancy Rekow at 206-842-4855.
LOL with The Edge Improv
Bainbridge Performing Arts presents the Edge Improv at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at BPA. Join the Edge for an all new season, beginning Sept. 7, with an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. Tickets are $16 for adults, and $12 for seniors, students, youth, military and teachers and may be purchased online at www.bainbridge performingarts.org, by phone at 206-842-8569 or in person at BPA, 200 Madison Ave. North. Info: Visit www. theedgeimprov.com and www.bainbridge performingarts.org.
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Get the goods in Lynwood
The Lynwood Community Market is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 in the parking lot of the commons near Walt’s Market. There is a farmers market plus wares from artists, crafters and food vendors. Info: lynwood.com, unity-market@yahoo.com or call 206-319-3692.
Songs in praise of Mary
Choral Arts returns to Grace Episcopal Church at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6. All are welcome to join Choral Arts for some of the most beautiful devotional pieces in the classical reper-
For adoption through Kitsap Humane Society: You can’t go wrong with a name like Choco Bean! This charming guy is only 3 years old and would love to be your new best friend. He loves to play ball and is an expert at fetch. See Choco Bean and other adoptable pets at the Kitsap Humane Society, www.kitsap-humane. org. tory and modern reflections on Mary in an exquisite selection of work. Hear Palestrina’s “Alma Redemptoris Mater,” Mendelssohn’s “Ave Maria,” and Grieg’s “Ave Maris Stella.” These stunning works are complemented by the more contemporary Pärt’s “Magnificat,” and Paulus’ “Splendid Jewel.” Choral Arts will also perform world premieres by Rick Asher and John David Earnest, and pieces by Seattle composers Melinda Bargreen and John Muehleisen. Special guest tenor soloist Ross Hauck will also sing Schubert’s “Ave Maria.” General admission is $23; tickets for 65 and older are $18. Students will be admitted for free. Visit www.choral-arts.org for more tickets and more information. A pre-concert conversation is at 3 p.m. Come early and join artistic director Robert Bode along with composers Earnest, Muehleisen and Asher for a provocative discussion aims to engage the audience and reveal the influences which shape some of the works being performed.
Join fellow jugglers at BPA
Bainbridge Performing Arts presents free First Sunday juggling from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 at BPA. Experienced jugglers, beginning jugglers and closet jugglers are encouraged to drop in or become regulars in this invigorating new gathering that is free for all ages and all levels. Jugglers are invited to bring their own juggling implements or borrow ours. Info: Call Tom Challinor at 206-842-8569 or email tchallinor@bainbridge performingarts.org.
Compline Choir returns
After a summer hiatus, the Men’s Compline Choir of
Bainbridge Island returns to sing the Office of Compline at 8 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month, at Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church. Compline, also called Night Prayer, is the last of the traditional daily services sung by monastic communities and dates back to at least the 8th century. The service consists of chant, readings, psalms, prayers, petitions and hymns, sung in a contemplative setting in a darkened church. All are welcome. The next service is 8 p.m. Oct. 6.
Next week Journey of Trust continues
Journey of Trust enters its fourth year of offerings with its fall series, through Oct. 28 on Bainbridge Island. “Grow Trust in Your Inner Voice” is 10 a.m. to noon Mondays. Explore finding the sacred practices that work for you - meditation, chanting, shamanic journeying, deep reflection, mandalas, movement, automatic writing and ceremony. Call 206-842-5330 to register or email kelafond@gmail.com.
South African lawyer is guest
All women are invited to join Savvy Women Exchanging Relevant Views to hear South African lawyer Gordon Aber address “South Africa: contemplating life after Mandela and the new struggles 20 years after the birth of democracy.” Aber believes that although the country faces challenges, especially corruption, the future in not entirely bleak. SWERV meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Filipino American Hall, 7566 High School Road.
It’s time for Tuesday Tunes
Tuesday Tunes returns to Kids Discovery Museum on Tuesdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Join local musician David Webb at KiDiMu for a guitar sing-along and enjoy favorite American folk hits for kids. The program is free with admission or membership. Info: Visit www.kidimu.org or call 206-855-4650.
Storytime’s back for wee ones Baby Storytime returns to the Bainbridge Public Library at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Bring your babies to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with the children’s librarian. The wee ones should be from infant through 18 months.
Library hosts Pajama Night
The Bainbridge Public Library presents Pajama Night at 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Bring the kids in their pajamas for some unstructured, open-house style library time. Read bedtime stories, do a craft, and enjoy the cozy atmosphere. Info: Call 206-842-4162 or www.krl.org.