Last Weekend Before Christmas: Winter Solstice Events, Meals and Gingerbread Experience at Pleasant Beach, Last Chance to see the Hunchback of Notre Dame!
The community is invited to drop by and celebrate the Winter Solstice at Battle Point Astronomical Association’s annual fundraiser! Join the fun on Saturday Dec 20 from 2-5 p.m. at BARN (8890 Three Tree Lane NE). Astronomy activities, telescopes, portable planetarium shows, art, and more! All ages welcome. Learn about the variety of programs available at your local Observatory, and support non-profit community access to astronomy and education.
Cedars UU Church Invites the Community to a Winter Solstice Celebration: Winter Stillness & Emerging Light
As the days grow shorter and the nights reach their deepest quiet, many Islanders look for moments of reflection amid the rush of the season. Cedars Unitarian Universalist Church is offering just such a gathering with its annual Winter Solstice Service, “Winter Stillness & Emerging Light,” on December 21 at 4 p.m. at The Island School on Day Road.
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This family-friendly event weaves together music, readings, and quiet moments to honor the solstice—the turning point in the year when the longest night gives way, slowly, to the return of the sun. Cedars describes the service as “a time of both mystery and expectancy,” inviting attendees to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the deeper rhythms of the season.
Rooted in ancient traditions yet oriented toward the present, the solstice service reflects Cedars UU’s emphasis on spiritual openness, community connection, and environmental reverence. Childcare will be available, making the event accessible for families looking to share a gentle, meaningful seasonal ritual.
Those who wish to continue the celebration of light are also welcome at Cedars’ Christmas Eve Service on December 24 at 5 p.m. at The Island School on Day Road.
The Winter Solstice gathering is open to all—longtime Islanders, newcomers, and curious visitors alike. For more information, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit cedarsuuchurch.org to find out more information.
Pleasant Beach Village Holiday Events on Tap this coming Weekend
Holiday Dinner with The Bainbridge Island String Quartet – Friday December 19, 2025
Holiday Dinner with The Bainbridge Island String Quartet Friday, December 19th | 6 PM | $85 per person. Celebrate the season with an enchanting evening of fine dining and live performance by The Bainbridge Island String Quartet—a magical pairing of cuisine and classical sound.
$85 per person Includes live performance and four-course dinner. – Communal seating of tables of 6.
Please select your entrée choice when making your reservation. $1 to reserve your ticket.
Signature Gingerbread Experience – Saturday, December 21 and 22 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Manor House transforms into a cozy holiday workshop with our Signature Kits. Gather family or friends for festive fun, holiday music, and hot cocoa.
- Signature Decorating Kits with pre-assembled house, icing, and classic candy selections
- Complimentary cocoa or cider (cocktails available for purchase)
- Holiday music & festive décorGet Tickets $10.00 – $50.00
The Manor House is located at 4611 NE Woodson Lane, Bainbridge Island.
Don’t miss your last chance to see The Hunchback of Notre Dame at BPA before the story comes to an end this Sunday.
Based on the Victor Hugo novel and featuring the soaring music of Alan Menken (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast), this epic musical – The Hunchback of Notre Dame – tells the powerful story of Quasimodo, the bell-ringer of Notre Dame Cathedral. Staged at Bainbridge Performing Arts, Dec. 5-21.
There are some themes that parents or guardians may decide are not suited for younger children.
Those themes include the following:
- Religious themes and brief on-stage references to sin, damnation, and church authority
- Romantic tension, including moments of unwanted physical attention and discussion of lust
- Violence and peril, including depictions of mob action, attempted assault, and implied death by fire
- Use of stage fog/haze, loud sound effects, and flashing lights
- BPA strives to present a broad array of productions with many kinds of messages and staying true to the stories we present. However, we also believe in ensuring our patrons feel informed and comfortable when attending our events.
Only a few tickets remain for the final five performances. Get yours now before they’re all gone!
Friday, December 19 @ 7:30pm – 11 Tickets
Saturday, December 20 @ 2pm – 0 Tickets SOLD OUT
Saturday, December 20 @ 7:30pm – 9 Tickets
Sunday, December 21 @ 3pm – 1 Ticket
Tickets: The Hunchback of Notre Dame via ThunderTix
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