Wednesday 13

Fantasy Readers: At 10 a.m. Aug. 13 at Eagle Harbor Books, Paul Hanson presents favorite science fiction and fantasy books that cross over from the middle reader to adult sections and are appropriate for readers ages eight and up. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com.

VIP: The next meeting of Visually Impaired Persons of Bainbridge Island will be an ice cream social. We’ll meet from 1-3 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Info or transportation: 842-3551.

Ferry Farm Stand: Pick up some locally-grown veggies right at the ferry terminal! From 4:30-6:20 p.m. Aug. 13 and every Wednesday between the ferry terminal and the buses, the Ferry Farm Stand offers produce from several local farms in convenient $5 bags including salad greens, potatoes, carrots, berries and more. Info: www.soundfood.org.

CITY COUNCIL: The Bainbridge Island City Council will hold a special/regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 13 in Council Chambers, City Hall. Agenda includes Public Hearing on Revisions to Critical Areas Ordinance Building Code Clarification (Factor of Safety in Geologically Hazardous Areas); Federally Funded Transportation Projects and Capital Facilities Plan Update; Fire Code Update and 2008 LTGO Bond Ordinance; Comprehensive Plan amendments; and Transportation Element: Revision to Add a New Non-Motorized Trail Connection zone to the NMTP Map E and CPA 15196. Additional agenda items and info: www.ci.bainbridge-isl.wa.us.

McTakeover: The Bainbridge Island Golden Eagles will host a McTakeover from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Bainbridge Island McDonalds to help acquire new track equipment and additional uniforms. The team is part of the Special Olympics of Washington State. The Bainbridge Island Golden Eagles offer sports training and competition at no charge for all intellectually disabled people ages 8 and up. The team will also be selling coupon books which are good at all peninsula McDonalds locations. Info: adamkleiven@hotmail.com.

Concerts in the Park: Don’t miss the men’s a capella quintet A Moment In Time at 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Waterfront Park stage. These are the guys who sing blues, gospel, Motown and more in front of Starbucks at Pike Place! Free; bring a picnic. Rain stage is at the Bainbridge Commons. Info: www.biparks.org.

Thursday 14

Gallery Tour: On Aug. 14, join Victoria Josslin for a visit to Seattle art galleries. On the ferry, Victoria talks about exhibitions in the area, and introduces the galleries that we’ll be visiting. Many of the galleries provide us with our own private introduction to their shows. Wear your walking shoes! Tuition: $10. Info and signups: 842-3132.

Pirate Fun: Join us at Eagle Harbor Books at 10 a.m. Aug. 14 as Andrew Maiers and Brinn and Jan Healy combine forces to present a rollicking program of pirate stories and humor. Wear your pirate outfit. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com.

Ice-Cream Making: What’s better than ice cream? Churning it yourself. Meet Dana Gargus at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 14 at Kidimu for expert advice and a special hands-on presentation. Included with all-day admission or membership. Call to reserve. Info: 855-4650.

Book Sale: Friends of the Library will host a book sale from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 14 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Proceeds benefit the library. Info: www.bifriends.org.

Golf Scramble: Dust off your clubs and support your local Chamber of Commerce, which presents its 12th Annual Summer Golf Scramble on Aug. 14 at Wing Point Golf and Country Club. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.; shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Applications are available at the Chamber of Commerce office or www.bainbridgechamber.com.

Park Board: The board of the Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 14 at the Bainbridge Aquatics Center, 8521 Madison Ave. Agenda includes Lid Lift Committee appointments for voter pamphlet; Resolution 2008-18, Creation of Citizens Advisory Committee related to lid lift; and draft of Interlocal Agreement with City of Bainbridge Island Regarding soccer field money. Info: www.biparks.org.

Plan Comm: The Bainbridge Island Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at Bainbridge Island City Hall. Agenda includes pubic hearing on below grade parking-lot coverage; discussion of Island Medical Center CUP/SPR – Recommendation; and an Affordable Housing Ordinance study session. Info: 842-2552.

Friday 15

Genealogy:The Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society will meet at 10 a.m. Aug. 15 at the Bainbridge Public Library for a workshop focusing on researching the “black sheep” of your family. Mentors are available. Info: www.rootsweb.com/~wabihs or 842-6059.

Minimu Sing-Along: Young music fans are invited to the Kids Discovery Museum at 10:45 Aug.15 for a melodic adventure with Linda Slater, Kindermusik educator and KiDiMu summer camp instructor. Be ready to wiggle and giggle. Minimu programs are created especially with the youngest museum visitors in mind. Info: 855-4650 or www.kidimu.org.

Taste of Tibet: Join author Naomi Rose on a journey into the culture of Tibet through storytelling, a slide show, costumes, and craft. Presentation begins at 2 p.m. Aug. 15 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Information: 842-4162.

Fashion and Tea: At 2 p.m. Aug. 15 at the Senior Center, marvelous models will show off beautiful garments from the BISCC Thrift Shop.  Bargain priced clothing for all seasons is available for purchase.  A delicious traditional tea and goodies will be served after the show. Cost: $3 donation. Info: 842-1616.

Chinese Folk DAnce: Island Health & Rehabilitation invites the community to a performance by the Fong Shank Folk Dancers of Taiwan at 4 p.m. Aug. 15 at Woodward Middle School. One performance only; reserved seating available for residents’ families and those needing accessibe viewing. Free. Info: 842-4265.

Saturday 16

Farmers’ Market: Visit the Bainbridge Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 16 and every Saturday at the green near City Hall for fresh local produce, hot coffee, pastries, bread, and local food and goods. Information: www.bainbridgefarmersmarket.com.

Little & Lewis: The final Little & Lewis Garden Open at their current garden gallery will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 16, 1940 Wing Point Way. Info: www.littleandlewis.com.

Painting Horses: Come to the Kids Discovery Museum from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 16 to capture the beauty of these majestic creatures and learn the basics of professional painting techniques. The introductory class will be the first one in a series designed especially for beginner artists by watercolor painter Michele Soderstrom. Recommended ages: 7-10. Members: $30 per class. Non-members: $35. Registration and info: 855-4650 and www.kidimu.org.

Oldtimers’ Picnic: Everyone in Eagledale is invited to attend the Eagledale Oldtimers’ Picnic on Aug. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be at Eagledale Park on Rose Avenue. Bring your favorite dish to share and stories to tell. We look forward to seeing you. Information: Vicki Jacobsen, 842-6251.

Island Theatre: Island Theatre at the Library presents a reading of Craig Wright’s “Recent Tragic Events” at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and 17 at the Bainbridge Public Library. It’s a philosophical comedy about a blind date on an extraordinary evening – Sept. 12, 2001. Free. Information: www.islandtheatre.org.

Movies in the Park: “It could be the most terrifying motion picture I have ever made!” said Alfred Hitchcock of “The Birds.” Catch the Bainbridge Downtown Association’s showing of this suspenseful classic at 9 p.m. Aug. 2 at Waterfront Park. The evening starts with entertainment and themed costume and trivia contests with prizes. Arrive at 8:30 p.m. with your favorite lawn chair or blanket. Info: www.bainbridgedowntown.org.

Sunday 17

Snapshots of Island Center: Bainbridge Island Historical Society with Bainbridge Gardens presents Snapshots of Island Center – An Old Fashioned Social. The event runs from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 17 at Bainbridge Gardens. Admission is by donation. Information: www.bainbridgehistory.org.

Island Moms Potluck: Are you a new mom, or a mom who’s new to Bainbridge Island? Meet other island moms for food, fun and advice about how to access resources for kids and families at the first annual Island Moms Welcome Potluck, 3-6 p.m. Aug. 17 at the Battle Point Park covered area. For potluck assignments and to RSVP, email Carol Tice, c.tice2@comcast.net.

Summer Street Dance: Music Community Resources sponsors the fifth annual Summer Street Dance from 6-10 p.m. Aug. 17 at the town square near City Hall. Whozyamama will blow the lid off the courtyard with Cajun tunes, Creole sounds and Zydeco music. For event information: www.musiccommunityresources.com/streetdance.htm.

Tuesday 19

Turtle Shaker: Come at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 19 to get ready for Kidimu’s Saturday concert with this week’s fun musical project. This guided activity is presented by staff and volunteers. Included with all-day admission or membership. Info: 855-4650.

Field’s End: Physician and island author Carol Cassella discusses the topic “How do we find time to write?” at the next Field’s End writers’ roundtable, to be held at 7 p.m. Aug. 19 at the Bainbridge Public Library. Open to writers of all levels and interests. Information: www.fieldsend.org or 842-4162.

Coming Up

Aging Well: Join the Aging Well Coffee Hour at 9 a.m. Aug. 20 in the Kallgren Room of the Senior Center. Denise Hughes from Kitsap County Mental Health Services will speak about depression and be available to answer questions. Info: 842-1616.

Warriors Fans: Eagle Harbor Book Co. will hold a book group for fans of Erin Hunter’s “The Warriors” series at 10 a.m. Aug. 20. Info: www.eagleharborbooks.com.

Adult Children of Elders: The next meeting of Adult Children of Elders will be at 3 p.m. Aug. 20 at Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church. No specific topic, just a chance to share your situation and worries and get some help. Info: Beulah Downing, 780-8008.

Cruise-In: Now’s the perfect time to stop by the classic car and cycle cruise-in, from 5-7 p.m. Aug. 20 and each Tuesday though the end of the month. This is an official drop spot for Project Backpack. Info: Jim Peek, (206) 692-6977.

Grandparents’ Adventure: Take a Grand Adventure with your grandchild. On Aug. 20, travel to Point Defiance Park. We’ll add a craft, some time to play and enjoy a picnic lunch and ice cream. Cost: $40/pair, includes transportation, admissions and activities. A child’s counselor will accompany the group with games, activities and a keepsake craft. For adventurers age 6 and older. Info: 842-1616.

Healing in Nature: IslandWood and the Bloedel Reserve present Sally Schauman, former chair of the UW Landscape Architecture Dept., in a presentation showcasing a collection of true stories about professionals who use nature therapy to generate wellness. The talk is from 7-8 p.m. Aug. 20 at IslandWood, 4450 Blakely Ave. Cost: $20. RSVP at 855-4300 or www.islandwood.org.

Concerts in the Park: Come to another outdoor family concert and dance to some rock/pop by Handful of Luvin. The show runs from 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Waterfront Park. Info: Georgia@biparks.org or www.biparks.org.

Boardwalk Crafts: Back by popular demand! Come to Eagle Harbor Books at 10 a.m. Aug. 21 for crafts with Pegge on the boardwalk. Participants aged 3 and up will complete and take home a special project.

Sound Detectives: Meet us at the Kids Discovery Museum at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 21 for a hands-on activity examining different aspects of sound. Recommended ages: 5 and up. Included with all-day admission or membership. Call to reserve a spot; space is limited. Information: 855-4650 or www.kidimu.org.

Senior Softball: On Aug. 22, bring your pom-poms and cowbells for Senior Softball at Rotary Field! Transportation/info: email eileen@biseniorcenter.org.

Blood Drive: Puget Sound Blood Center is holding a blood drive from noon-3 p.m. and 3:45-6 p.m. Aug. 22 at the Bainbridge Island Senior Center. Alternatively, one may donate from noon-3 p.m. and 3:45-6 p.m. Aug. 25 at the American Legion Hall. Information: Greg Supancheck, (888) 475-5275 or gregs@psbc.org.