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Continued from page 5 Bainbridge historical museum’s free first Thursday: The prize-winning Bainbridge Island Historical Museum is free on the first Thursdays of each month. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 215 Ericksen Ave. Featuring “Whales in Our Midst” chronicling Orca whales in Puget Sound, “The Overland Westerners” an epic 20,000 mile trip by horseback 100 years ago, and “A Portrait of Manzanar,” by world famous photographer Ansel Adams. Info: www.bainbridgehistory.org. Bingo: Sundays, early bird at 5 p.m., and Wednesdays, early bird at 6 p.m., at the Bremerton Elks Lodge on Pine Road. Open To The Public. Concession stand and Bar open. Info: 360-4791181.
Classes & lectures Collecting — the unruly passion: May 24 and 31, 1011:30 a.m. at the Bainbridge Public Library. A three-part course on collecting books and fine art. May 24: art collectors Herb and Dorothy Vogel. May 31: fine art collecting. Info/register: bainbridgelibraryu@gmail.com, 206-842-4162. Maritime Places and Names: June 12, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Kitsap County Historical Society & Museum, 280 Fourth St., Bremerton. Richard Blumenthal, author of “Maritime Places and Names: Inland Washington Waters,” discusses Puget Sound locations and the intriguing stories behind their names. $10, members $5. Info: info@kitsaphistory.org, 360479-6226. Infant and toddler caregiver class: June 28, 2-4 p.m. at the Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4418 Perry Ave., Bremerton. Explore the art of developmental parenting and play. Class sizes are limited in space. Adults only. Free Register/info: dre@kuuf.org, 360-377-4724.
The artwork of Gail Hornsby is featured at Collective Visions Gallery in Bremerton for the remainder of May. SQUARE DANCE LESSONS: Paws and Taws Square Dance Club host lessons from 7-9 p.m. at Kitsap Square Dance Center, 6800 Belfair Valley Road, Bremerton. $3 adult, $1.50 youth, first night free. Singles, couples, and families welcome. Info: 360-9305277 or 360-373-2567 or www. pawsandtaws.net.
Meetings, support groups Artist trust at large: May 31, noon to 1 p.m. at Collective Visions Galley, 331 Pacific Ave., Bremerton. Learn how artist of all disciplines can utilize Artist Trust’s resources, grants, career training tips and more. Free. Info/ RSVP: daytonkknipher@aol.com. Identifying ADHD: June 10,
7-8:30 p.m. at Group Health Cooperative Classroom, 10452 Silverdale Way, Silverdale. Dr. Viva Jane Trapper will visit the monthly meeting for Kitsap CHADD and discuss identifying ADHD and other health diagnosis in adults. Free. Mothers group: Most first and third Thursday mornings, 9:3011 a.m. during the school year at Grace Episcopal Church on Bainbridge Island. For mothers of all beliefs and backgrounds, with children of all ages. Life Coach Bev Gaines leads engaging discussions on how to nurture self-awareness, reflection and growth. Tuition includes an onsite childcare program for infants and young children. Info: www. momsmorningretreat.com. North Kitsap Parent Support Group: Do you want to be part of a support group for families of gifted children? Call 360-6382919 or email northkitsapgifted@gmail.com. Quaker silent worship: 1011 a.m., Sundays at Seabold Hall, 14450 Komedal Road, Bainbridge Island. Agate Passage Friends Meeting. Info: 877-235-4712. 12-Step Biblical-based Recovery Group: Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Cornerstone Christian Fellowship, 901 N. Wycoff, Bremerton. “Honu Life in Christ”: a support group for addictions/ compulsions, alcohol, drugs and general life issues recovery. Info: David, 360-509-4932. Alzheimer’s caregivers support group: Fourth Wednesday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m. as Harrison Medical Center Annex, 750 Lebo Blvd., Bremerton. A free support group for unpaid care partners, family members and friends of individuals with memory loss. Info: 206-402-9857. ABUSE RECOVERY MINISTRY & SERVICES: Free faith-based domestic abuse victim recovery classes for women. These weekly classes are designed to help women heal from domestic abuse. Par-
ticipants may begin attending at any time. Info: 866-262-9284 for confidential time and place. American Legion Veterans Assistance Office: Open every Thursday (except holidays), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 19068 Jensen Way, Suite 3A, Poulsbo. Free services to assist veterans and widows with VA claims. Info: 360779-5456. At Ease Toastmasters: Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m., Subway meeting room, 3850 Kitsap Way, Bremerton. Learn valuable public speaking, evaluation and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Info: Dave Harris, 360-478-7089 or harriscd.wa@ comcast.net. Bainbridge Island Republican Women: Second Wednesday, 11 a.m., Wing Point Golf and Country Club, 811 Cherry Ave., Bainbridge Island. Lunch: $17. Guests welcome. RSVP: 206-3375543. Bainbridge Island Toastmasters: Meets twice monthly on the second and fourth Wednesdays, 7:15-8:30 p.m. in the Winslow Arms Apartments Clubhouse, 220 Parfitt Way, Bainbridge Island. An afternoon club meets on the first and third Thursdays, 11:50 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to all interested in developing their speaking skills in a fun supportive environment. Info: bainbridgeisland.toastmastersclubs.org, uspeakeasytoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org. Bremerton Northern Model Railroad Club: First Mondays, 7-8 p.m., United Way Building, 647 4th St., Bremerton. Guests welcome. Info: Reed Cranmore, bremerton-northern@comcast. net. Bridge Group: Tuesdays, 8 a.m., Stafford Suites, 1761 Pottery Ave., Port Orchard. Free to play, $4 for lunch. Info: Denise Hoyt, dhoyt@ staffordcare.com, 360-874-1212. Caregivers Support Group: Tuesdays, 2 p.m., Rolling Bay
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Presbyterian Church, 11042 Sunrise Drive NE, Bainbridge Island. Sponsored by Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers. Info: Karen, karen.carson@comcast. net, 206-842-3539. Cat Fix Day: Second and last Tuesdays, 7-9 a.m., Kitsap Humane Society, 9167 Dickey Road NW, Silverdale. Low-cost spay/ neuter day for felines of lowincome residents. Limited to first 50 walk-ins. Info: 360-692-6977, ext. 1135; www.kitsap-humane. org/cat-fix-day. Cataldo Lodge (Sons of Italy): Third Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., VFW Hall, 190 Dora Ave., Bremerton. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. and meeting at 7:30 p.m. Free. Open to the public. Info: JoAnn Zarieki, 360692-6178. Central/South Kitsap Women and Cancer support group: Second and fourth Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Radiation Oncology Library, Harrison Medical Center, 2520 Cherry Ave., Bremerton. Facilitators: Sue-Marie Casagrande, oncology social worker; and Bonnie McVee, life coach and cancer survivor. Info: 360-744-4990, www.harrisonmedical.org. Computer training: Wednesdays, noon to 4 p.m., Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. Sign up for an hour with a computer trainer and get your questions answered. Info: 206-842-4162. Depression & Bipolar Support Group: Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Drive, Bremerton. Open to those living with depression and/or bipolar disorder, and loved ones and supporters of people living with mood disorders. Info: Richard, 360-3778509. Edward Jones coffee club: Fourth Wednesday, 8:15 a.m., Edward Jones, 2416 NW Myhre Road, Suite 102, Silverdale. Current market and economy updates. To reserve a seat, call Beth Halvorson, 360-692-1216.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Manette Community Church, 1137 Hayward Ave., Bremerton. Membership is open to anyone who wants help with their eating habits. Info: www.foodaddicts. org, FAKitsap@gmail.com. Grief Support Group: Second and fourth Thursdays, 5 p.m., Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church, 11042 Sunrise Drive NE, Bainbridge Island. Sponsored by Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers. Info: Robin Gaphni, rgaphni@ seanet.com, 206-962-0257. Keyport Coffee Hour: Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m., Keyport Mercantile, 15499 Washington Ave. NE. Get to know your neighbors, with coffee and tea compliments of the Merc. Info: keyportschules@wavecable.com. Kitsap Al-Anon: Al-Anon meeting for anyone troubled by another person’s drinking. Sundays: Manchester Library, 8 a.m.; Winslow Arms Apartments, Bainbridge Island, 10 a.m. Mondays: Harper Church, Port Orchard, 10 a.m.; Jackson Park Community Center, Bremerton, noon; Saint Barnabas Church, Bainbridge Island, 7:30 p.m.; Belfair Haven Of Hope, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays: Silverdale Lutheran Church, noon; First Lutheran Church, Port Orchard, 7:30 p.m.; Park Vista Apartments, Port Orchard, 5:30 p.m.; Anglican Church of St. Charles, Poulsbo, 7 p.m. Wednesdays: Belfair Haven Of Hope, 10:30 a.m.; Anglican Church Of St. Charles, Poulsbo, noon. Thursdays: Port Gamble S’Klallam Wellness Center, Kingston, noon; Holy Trinity Church, Bremerton, noon; First Christian Church, Bremerton, 5:30 p.m.; First Lutheran Church, Poulsbo, 7 p.m.; First Lutheran Church, Port Orchard, 7:30 p.m. Fridays: Bethany Lutheran Church, Bainbridge Island, noon; First Lutheran Church, Port Orchard, 7:30 p.m. Saturdays: Washington Veterans Home, Port Orchard, 7:30 p.m.; Anglican Church Of St. Charles, Poulsbo, 6:30 p.m. Info: www. kitsap-al-anon.org. Kitsap County Rose Society: Second Mondays, 7 p.m., Bremerton Fire Station 41, 7600 Old Military Road. Free, visitors welcome. Info: Ray 360-8300669. Kitsap Mac Users Group: Third Thursday of each month. 10:30 a.m. to noon at All Star Bowling Alley, 10710 Silverdale Way, Silverdale. $20 yearly dues per family. All welcome. Presentations and discussions of interest to Mac users. Info: www.kitsapmug.com, kmug2@ comcast.net. Knitting Group: Wednesdays, 3 p.m., Liberty Bay Books, 18881 Front St. NE, Poulsbo. All skills welcome. Info: Suzanne Droppert, 360-779-5909, libertybaybooks@embarqmail.com.
Meals on wheels seeks volunteers: Meals on Wheels
Kitsap is seeking volunteers for both its home delivery program and its community dining program. Volunteers work in downtown Bremerton, Silverdale and Banbridge Island. Info: 360-377-8511, 888877-8511.
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