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Restorative Yoga: Join restorative yoga classes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each Friday at the Bainbridge Commons. Through modification of traditional yoga poses by use of “props” and breath work, participants are guided in supported postures that relax and restore. Instructor: Judith Bardsley. Info: 842-1616.
The Big One: Small earthquakes happen every day and go largely unnoticed, but Pacific Northwesterners all remember the “Big One,” the Nisqually earthquake of 2001. Can it happen again? The Big One: Earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest, on display through Dec. 31 at the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum, demystifies the terrifying power of earthquakes and how they affect life in our region. Info: www.bainbrigehistory.org.
Living Library: The Bainbridge Library seeks volunteer “Living Books” for a Living Library, to be held from 9 a.m.-noon Oct. 25. At a Living Library, community members are invited to “check out” a conversation with a person who may seem very different from themselves. Typically, books represent groups or individuals who feel they are the target of stereotyping or misunderstanding or who hold a controversial or little-known viewpoint. To apply, email bainbridgelivinglibrary@gmail.com or phone 842-4162 ext. 9802.
Art Committee: The city’s Public Art Committee is looking for new members. In addition to knowledge of visual arts, the committee is looking for members with experience in technology, contracting, project management, art conservation, architecture, planning, education, community engagement or graphic design. To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to Program Manager Janice Shaw at Janices@artshum.org before Sept. 30. Additional information: www.artshum.org.
Speak Japanese: Madrona School is offering community Japanese language classes for children and adults, taught by Madrona School’s accomplished Japanese teacher, Aiko Shimada. Japanese for adults meets 3:30-4:30 p.m. Mondays; Japanese for grades 1-8 meets 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Classes held at Madrona School’s Finch House, 219 Madison Ave. Cost: $20 per class/$200 for a 12-week series, starting this fall. Info: www.madronaschool.org.
Toastmasters: Speak with confidence – join the Bainbridge Island Toastmasters Club in a series of meetings from noon to 1 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at the Winslow Arms Community Room, 220 Parfitt Way. Info: Tim Longley, tim.longley@eofficeinnovations.com.
Young Singers: Bainbridge Chorale’s Young Singers Program has openings for new voices in our youth choirs for grades 2 and up. The program offers fun vocal instruction and performance opportunities. We are also offering a new music exploration class for kindergarten-1st graders. Info: 780-2467.
Music Classes: Island Music Guild’s fall semester of weekly evening classes, offering a variety of Perfomance Ensembles, Music Theory and Music Technology, begins the week of Sept. 21. Info: 780-6911 or visit www.islandmusic.org.
Barkitecture: Benefitting PAWS of Bainbridge Island, Barkitecture, first held in 1999, returns bigger and better. The gala dinner/auction features locally designed and built doghouses and fine feline furniture, as well as many silent and live auction items. The event will be held on Oct. 25 at Kiana Lodge. Tickets, $95, are now on sale at www.pawsbainbridge.org.
BAC in September: Through Sept. 23, Bainbridge Arts and Crafts will display art by Amy Roberts, Karin Schminke, and Sharon Strauss. Info: www.bacart.org.
Exploring Childhood: This Bainbridge High School class, taught by Susan Nielsen, operates a preschool two days a week from 1-3 p.m. Sept.-June. Contact: teacher Jeanne Hanson, 780-1394.
Parks Foundation: Projects and groups who meet the criteria of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation will be eligible for the annual grant funding giveaway, scheduled for Oct. 8. Info/application: www.biparks.org/bi_parks_/bipf.htm, or contact Amy Curran, (206) 579-7252. Applications are also available at the Park District office. Deadline: Sept. 27.
Storytime: Bring the young ones to story time in September at the Bainbridge Public Library. Toddler storytime (18 mos-3 yrs) is Mondays 10:30-11 a.m.; baby storytime: (infants to 18 mos) is Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.; pajama storytime (2-8 yrs) is Tuesdays 7-7:30 p.m.; and preschool storytime (3-6 yrs) is Wednesdays 10:30-11 a.m. Information: 842-4162.
Revelada: On exhbit through Sept. 30 at the Bainbridge Public Library is “Experience Revelada,” a showcase of work by artists with special needs. Info: 842-4162.
ADVENTURE GUIDES: Join this YMCA-sponsored program to promote bonding between dads and their K-5th grade kids. Individual groups are now meeting; the first major activity of the year, Camp Orkila, is planned for the last weekend of September. Info: www.tyeenation.com or (206) 464-2643.
Ken Sellen: Islander Ken Sellen has created a group of portraits, “People I Know,” that document some of Bainbridge Island’s familiar faces. At Grace Episcopal Church through October. Info: www.gracehere.org.
Saturday 20
Electronic Recycle: Bring computers, TVs, laptops, and cell phones to the First Baptist Church from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 20 for recycling. A portion of the fee charged will support Boy Scout Troop 1496. Information: Jim Peek, (206) 817-5879.
Farmers Market: Late summer weather is proving to be exceptional and a great opportunity to catch these last Saturday markets. The Bainbridge Farmers Market runs 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 20 and continues through Oct. 18. Info: www.bainbridgefarmersmarket.com.
Youth Market: Come to the second Bainbridge Youth Market and Garden Exchange, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 20 in the lot on Madrone Lane above Mora Ice Cream. Island youth are invited to sell their arts and crafts and goods they grow themselves, and young musicions are invited to come play. Adults plant divisions, excess produce, seeds and seedlings to share. Info/participation: 842-1250.
Car Wash: It’s a musical car wash from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Chevron on High School Road. Members of the BHS Marching Band will be washing cars to raise funds for the band. Get your car washed and enjoy some music!
Saddle Club Show: The Bainbridge Island Saddle Club is holding its monthly Schooling Show starting at 9 a.m. Sept. 20 at the Saddle Club, next to Manzanita Park off Day Road West. Both over-fences and under-saddle classes are offered. You need not be a member to participate. Info: Kim Osmond, (206) 910-4772.
Picture your pet: It’s the annual “Picture Your Pet” photo contest to benefit PAWS of Bainbridge Island. Photo display and voting will begin at 11 a.m. Sept. 20, in the Town & Country parking lot, in conjunction with T&C’s annual “Mustard Tasting and Hot Dog BBQ” to benefit PAWS. Information: www.pawsbainbridge.org
Oliver! Tryouts: Ovation! Musical Theatre Bainbridge will hold auditions for the musical “Oliver!” from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Bainbridge Commons. Appointment required: email info@ovationmtb.com or call 842-0472.
Edible Gardens: Visit three Bainbridge Island “gardens with a purpose” from noon-3 p.m. Sept. 20. Sponsored by Sustainable Bainbridge, BI Watershed Council and Natural Landscapes Project. Optional farm dinner at Manzanita Creek Farm will follow the tour. Reservations required; $5 for the tour and $25 for tour and dinner. Transportation provided by Kitsap Transit. Info/reservations: 842-4439.
Opera Preview: Join Norm Hollingshead in a Seattle Opera Preview of Richard Strauss’ “Electra” at 2 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Info: 842-4162.
Island Theatre: Island Theatre at Your House invites you to a potluck reading of Lisa Loomer’s “Distracted,” at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at the home of Bonnie Wallace. The reading begins at 7 p.m., with discussion following. Share hors d’oeuvres or desserts, bring your own beverage. Reservations: 842-1851 or bonniejwallace@gmail.com.
Wild Stars: Come to Battle Point Park’s Ritchie Observatory at 7 p.m. Sept. 20 for the planetarium show “Wild Stars: Neutron Stars, Pulsars, Supernovae and Black Holes.” Find out about neutron. Info: 842-9152.
PEGASUS TUNES: Singer/songwriter Rachel Sedacca, www.rachelsedacca.com, plays at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at Pegasus Coffee House. Suggested donation: $5. Information: 842-6725.
Sunday 21
Salish Expeditions: Join Salish Sea Expeditionsfor a two-hour sail from 10 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m. Sept. 21 on our 61’ sailing research vessel. Sails for community members depart from the Eagle Harbor Public Dock (Waterfront Park). Free. Register: 780-7848 or rsvp@salish.org. Info: www.salish.org/sails.
Prayer for PeAce: Eagle Harbor Congregational Church will host a service of prayer for peace at 7 p.m. Sept. 21. People of every faith tradition and all ages are welcome. Info: 842-4657.
OPEN MIC: All ages and styles welcome for songs, instrumentals, poems, and readings at MCR Open Mic, 7-9:30 p.m. Sept. 21 and every Sunday at Pegasus Coffee House. Info: www.pegasuscoffeehouse.com.
Women’s Schola: Bainbridge Women’s Schola will sing their first service of the season at 8 p.m. Sept. 21 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church. Schola sings an unaccompanied, meditative vesper service on the third Sunday of each month. Info: kathbull@yahoo.com.
Monday 22
Fraud Info: Learn about Fraud – telemarketing, Internet, identity theft and investment schemes, financial advisors and personal safety issues such as hiring caregivers and paying bills, at an information session at 1 p.m. Sept. 22 at the Bainbridge Commons. Rhonda Rudman, an elder law attorney for over 20 years with an emphasis on long term care planning, wills, trusts and probate, and Mark Duncan, Deputy Police Chief for the City of Bainbridge Island, will present. Info: 842-1616.
Tuesday 23
Book Sale: Friends of the Library will host a book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Bainbrige Public Library. Proceeds benefit the library. Info: www.bifriends.org.
Click! computer Class: Jump beyond the basics of the Internet to “Internet 201,” from 10-11:30 a.m. Sept. 23 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Learn browser shortcuts, strategies for Web navigation, and tips for locating quality, credible information. For computer users who already have some experience using the Internet browser, website addresses, and search engines. Please register at the library for this free program, 842-4162.
Rotary Exchange: Each year, Bainbridge Rotary matches local students with students from another country for a summer exchange. An information session will be held at 3 p.m. Sept. 23 at Bainbridge High School, room 173. Contact: Karyn Carpenter, 780-2214.
Healthcare Study Circles: Early this year the members of the Adult Programs Committee of Cedars Unitarian Universalist Church embarked on a series of study circles to test their newly developed Study Circle Guide to help citizens explore the complex topic of America’s health care system. The guide is now available, and the group will convene a new series of three study circles meeting from 7-9 p.m. Sept. 23, Sept. 25 or Sept. 28 in the Sterling Building, 600 Winslow Way. Members of the Bainbridge community are invited to join. Registration/information: Barbara Clarke, 780-0686, barbara.l.clarke@gmail.com; or Karen Scarvie, 780-0720, or kalena@znet.com.
Wednesday 24
BIFD: The Board of Commissioners of the Bainbridge Island Fire Department will hold a meeting at 6 p.m. Sept. 24 at Station 21 Headquarters. Agenda items include the fire chief’s report and citizen comments or discussion.
HOmework Help: Students and parents are invited to a hands-on database training session. Learn how to use Kitsap Regional Library’s online encyclopedias, magazines, journals, newspapers, practice exams, online tutoring, and more. The class, at 7 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Bainbridge Public Library, will be led by Amanda Cain from the Silverdale branch of KRL. Info: 842-4162.
Boy Scouts: Bainbridge Island Boy Scout Pack #547 will hold a recruitment open house at 7 p.m. Sept. 24 at St. Cecelia Church’s Conger Hall. Parents of boy’s grades 1-4 are invited to learn about boy scouts and to participate in forming new dens. Contact: Susan Brennan, 780-2317.
City Council: The City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Sept. 24 in Council Chambers, City Hall. Agenda includes Council Committee Updates, Public Comment, Resolutions 08-28, Management of City-Owned Farmland; 08-26; Disposition of Surplus City Property (WICCA) and Authorize Sale through RFP; and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Appointments. Information: Kelly Jahraus, 780-8604, kjahraus@ci.bainbridge-isl.wa.us.
Thursday 25
Estate Planning: The third program in the Bainbridge Public Library’s estate planning series, “Complex Estate Planning,” will be held from 9-11 a.m. Sept. 25 at the library. Attorney Karen Bertram will address the variety of planning techniques. Info: 842-4162.
Sally Odland: Acclaimed speaker on Peak Oil Sally Odland will speak at 7 p.m. Sept. 25 at Hyla Middle School. Her talk, “Business Adaptation,” will focus on solutions to peak oil. Info: www.sustainablebainbridge.net.
Girl Scouts: Bainbridge Island Girl Scouts are holding a recruitment night at 7 p.m. Sept. 25 at Ordway Elementary’s library. Parents of girls kindergarten and above are invited to learn about Girls Scouts and to participate in forming new troops. Child care provided. Financial assistance available. Info: (800) 767-6828.
Plan comm: The Bainbridge Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Sept. 25 at City Hall. Agenda includes study sessions on below-grade parking lot coverage and the affordable housing ordinance. Info: 842-2552.
Spanish Book Club: Club de Lectores Iberoamericanos (Spanish Book Club) discusses Yoby Julia Alvarez of the Dominican Republic. Meet at 7 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Bainbridge Public Library, Ihland Way Meeting Room. Info: 842-4162.
James Cutler: Eagle Harbor Book Company presents a multimedia presentation by James Cutler at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25. Information: www.eagleharborbooks.com.
Hail and Reign: See the world premiere of “Hail and Reign,” a new musical by writer Colin Speer Crowley and Bainbridge Island composer Paul Lewis. Performances are Sept. 25-28, at 7:30 p.m. Thurs-Sat and 3 p.m. Sunday. Directed by Steven Fogell. Tickets, $18/$15, are at 842-8569 or www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
Friday 26
MOPS: Mothers Of Preschoolers will meet from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Sept. 26 at Island Church. All mothers are welcome with children from newborn to 5 years of age. Childcare provided. Info: 842-4709 or www.islandchurch.org/mops.html.
Coming Up
Trail Work: This month’s BIMPRD trail work party will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Grand Forest East. Meet at the Mandus Olson parking area off New Brooklyn on the South end of the GFE. Info: Dan Hamlin, dan@biparks.org.
Salmon Monitor: A mandatory training session for salmon stream monitors will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 27, starting at Bainbridge Island City Hall. Besides gathering useful scientific data, volunteers get to know streams that are mostly inaccessible to the public. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and able to walk through brush or scramble across logs to ford streams. Teams of two visit their assigned stream once a week from mid-October until late December or early January. The time commitment is one to two hours a week, plus several hours longer for the initial visit. Information/reservations: 780-3797.
Nurture to Educate: From 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 27, join a class for parents of children from infancy-8 years at Madrona School’s Fellowship Hall (Eagle Harbor Congregational Church) on how nurturing daily care builds a foundation for joyful learning. Topics include what our grandparents understood about nurturing and nourishment for developing happy, healthy, smart people, understanding your own child’s developmental path and unique qualities, and rhythms to build your child’s sense of security, peace, and joy. A delicious, pro-biotic, super-nutritious lunch will be provided by Ann Lovejoy. Cost: $25 for class and lunch. Reservations and information: Madrona School office, 855-8041.
School Struggles: Is your child struggling in school? Nancy Gill offers practical advice on how parents can help. She talks about what children can achieve in school when they are valued and respected as people. The discussion meets at 2 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Bainbridge Public Library’s children’s story time room. Info: 842-4162.
Latin NIght: Join Sheila and guest insturctor Gene Magallanes for Latin Night, Sept. 27 at Seabold Community Hall. The lesson begins at 7:30 p.m., with DJ’d dance following from 8:15-10:30 p.m. Please wear soft-soled shoes that leave no marks. Cost: $10/$5, includes lesson and dance. Information: www.educatedfeet.net.
Harvest Fair: It is time again to get back on Johnson Farm at the Trust for Working Landscape’s Harvest Fair from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 28. The fair features sheep shearing, live music, a scarecrow contest, $100 for a prize zucchini, a 4-H petting zoo and dog agility, the Landslide (it’s ba-ack!), “ask a Farmer”, vegetable garden & compost farmer talks, and a beer garden featuring local ales and wines. Joel Sackett will take a community photo at 1:45 p.m. Info: http://trustforworkinglandscapes.org/.
pie Contest: Calling all Pie Bakers! Bring your pies to the Trust for Working Landscapes’ Harvest Fair on Sept. 28 at Johnson Farm. Prizes will be awarded to the Best of Show, Best Youth (baker is 18 or younger) and Best Local Pie. Deliver the pies between 11 a.m. and noon. All entrants recieve a ribbon. Contact: Dana Berg, veloberg66@msn.com.
Golf Tournament: A benefit golf tournament will be held at noon Sept. 28 at Meadowmeer Golf & Country Club. Shotgun start at noon, individual stroke play, nine holes. Ladies play from the red tees, men from the blue tees. The $75 entry fee includes lunch, to be served after golf; limited carts and club rentals are availalbe at the pro shop, 842-2218. The tournament is being organized by Ros Olason, BHS senior, as part of a senor project, and all proceeds benefit the American Stroke Association. Donations welcome even if you don’t wish to play. Information/donations: Ross Olason, 842-22225 or rossolason@qwest.net.
Storytelling: Bring your children to a special session of Sunday afternoon storytelling, at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Info: 842-4162.
Orion the Owl: Mike Pratt and Orion the Owl from the West Sound Wildlife Shelter, will give an educational presentation for all ages at 3 p.m. Sept. 28, at Island Center Hall. Info: www.westsoundwildlife.org.
Gift of Music: A women’s chorus, children’s choir, dancers, and more perform to benefit YWCA ALIVE Domestic Violence Shelter and Mongolian Quilting Center. The benefit concert is at 4 p.m. Sept. 28 at Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church. Suggested donation: $15. Information: sbarbara@comcast.net.
Taize: Join Taize, or Christian meditation, classes at 8 p.m. Sept. 28 at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church. This is a soothing, contemplative, 30-minute evening service in a quiet, candlelit church following the worldwide Taize practice of meditation and prayerful chanting led by a cantor and a musician. Information: 842-5601.
High Holy Days Services: Congregation Kol Shalom will be celebrating High Holy Days (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) at the synagogue on Miller Road again this year. Rosh Hashanah begins with evening services the evening of Sept. 29, and continues with morning services on Sept. 30, culminating in Tashlich at Point White Pier. Yom Kippur services will begin with Kol Nidre on the evening of Oct. 8; services run all day on Oct. 9, ending in a community break-the-fast the evening of the 9th. For a schedule of services and ticket information, contact Beth at 842-9010 or admin@kolshalom.net.
Click! Computer Class: Click! Computer classes at the library continue with e-mail instruction. In this course, you’ll sign up for an email account and learn to communicate with family and friends electronically. In this hands-on lab, from 2-3:30 p.m. Sept. 30, you’ll learn the basics of using E-mail. For novice computer users who have basic mouse, keyboarding, and Internet browser skills. Free. Registration/information: 842-4162.
Auditor Fundraiser: From 5:30-7:30 Sept. 30 at Edna’s Beach Cafe, come enjoy an evening of fun beginning with no host cocktails on the patio (weather permitting). There will be plenty of food, so forget about dinner and come on down for some fun. This is our chance to raise the funds needed to finish the job. Minimum donation: $50. RSVP: johnclarkforauditor@gmail.com or 842-9690.
ARTS FUNDING MEETING: All applicants intending to apply for financial support from the 2009 Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities Fund must attend the application and work sample workshop from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 1 at Bainbriidge High School, Rom 302. Applicants may register by calling the Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities Council, 842-7901. Applications are only considered from individuals and organizations that have sent their grants writer to the workshop. Deadline: 5 p.m. Oct. 30. Information and registration forms: www.artshum.org.
Quilt Guild: The Bainbridge Island Quilt Guild will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 2 and the first Thursday of each month at the Wyatt House. Quilters of all levels are welcome. Information: 842-7358.
Evening Healing Prayer: Enjoy a quiet service blending song, prayer and ritual to invite a healing presence. Designed and led by Kathie McCarthy and Ann Strickland, the next service is at 8 p.m. Oct. 2 at Grace Episcopal Church. Information: www.gracehere.org.
Swing Fever: Come enjoy some swing at the Commons at 7 p.m. Oct. 4! Swing Fever has been performing jazz of the 1930’s and 40’s for twenty-nine years. The band has toured and recorded with renowned musicians, including Count Basie–Duke Ellington trumpeter Clark Terry, clarinetist Buddy DeFranco and vibraphonist Terry Gibbs. Swing Fever is dedicated to the music of the Swing Era. Cost: advance tickets $18, tickets at the door $20, youth tickets $10. Advance tickets are available at Glass Onion, Winslow Drug, or by calling the Park District office at 842-2306.
EDGE Improv: At 7:30 p.m. Oct. 4 at Bainbridge Performing Arts, Ken Ballenger directs The EDGE Improv in a totally improvised evening of comedy and song, all from audience suggestions. Whether it’s dubbing a foreign film, singing in the style of Sondheim, or doing a made-up scene as if Shakespeare had written it, the troupe of multi-talented performers has had audiences laughing and cheering for more than 14 years. Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, students, youth, military, and teachers. Info: 842-8569.
First Sundays at the Commons: First Sundays at the Commons presents classical guitarist Michael Partington in concert with the Kairos String Quartet at 4 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Bainbridge Commons. Partington is an award-winning British guitarist who has performed internationally as a soloist and with ensemble to unanimous critical praise. The Kairos Quartet composed of Carrie Rehkopf and Heather Netz on violin, Timothy Betts on viola and John Michel on cello is the quartet-in-residence at Central Washington University. The program, entitled “From Boccherini to the Beattles,” includes music by Boccherini, Paganini, Piazzola, Turina, Stephen Goss, and arrangements of music by the Beattles by Leo Brouwer. Admission is at the door (no advanced ticket sales) $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students. Information: www.firstsundaysconcerts.org.
Swing Fever: Swing Fever, featuring vocalist Denise Perrier, will perform at 7 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Bainbridge Commons. Swing Fever has performed jazz of the 1930s and 1940s for 29 years, and has toured and recorded with renowned musicians including Count Basie-Duke Ellington trumpeter Clark Terry, clarientist Buddy DeFranco and vibraphonist Terry Gibbs. They’re dedicated to the music of the Swing era, playing it as critic Phil Elwood said, “as though the numbers are on today’s Hit Parade.” Clever, fun, romantic, moody, witty – here’s wonderful classical music presented in its full emotional range. Advance tickets are $18/$10 and available at Glass Onion, Winslow Drug, or by calling the Park District office at 842-2306. Tickets are $20 at the door.
Citizen O’ the Year: The Kiwanis installation dinner celebrating citizen of the year Len Beil will take place at 5 p.m. Oct. 5 at IslandWood. Tickets, $35, include social hour, dinner and awards ceremony. Reservations must be made by Sep. 25. Contact Jane Sutherland at 842-3253 or janers@qwest.com.
Cabaret Singing: Starting Oct. 6, Judi Roth leads students ages 18 and over in “Rainbow Room” West: Female Songbirds with Style! Students will be encoraged and supported to discover their voice through song, and style a song with spirit in this introductory class. Download the Adult Class registration form online at http://www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org/Education/SecondStage.html or call 842-8578.
Hot Springs: On Oct. 7, the Senior Center brings back this popular trip to Sol Duc Hot Springs. Enjoy the great views, the hot springs and an optional hike to the waterfalls. There is a deli or bring your own lunch. Bring your Golden Pass, if you have one. Be sure to bring a water bottle and a bathing suit. Cost: $38 (includes entrance to the spa). Info: 842-1616.
Jonathan Talbot: On Oct. 11, collage artist Jonathan Talbot will return for a third visit to Bainbridge Island. From 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. he will lead a newly-developed workshop, Dancing with Design. Talbot will lead the participants through hands-on experiments with collage to explore principles of design, and will learn how to “build strong bones” in their art work. Each participant will create at least one finished piece as well. Tuition: $115 (includes materials). To enroll, call 842-3132.
Macbeth: “Something wicked this way comes…” William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” directed by Steven Fogell, runs Oct. 16-26 at Bainbridge Performing Arts. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Thurs-Sat and 3 p.m. Sun., plus a special school matinee performance at 11 a.m. Oct. 23. Info and tickets, $24/$18, are at www.bainbidgeperformingarts.org.
Christmas in the Country: The 15th annual Bainbridge Island Christmas in the Country tour, held this Dec. 5-7, has a few openings left for artists, crafters, and music and dance performers. Please contact director Sharon Soames, at 842-6883 or sharonrs@aol.com if you are interested in participating. Info: www.christmasinthecountry.info.
