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Best of The Island Wanderer: The Kindred Spirit Mailbox Project is Uniquely Bainbridge

Best of The Island Wanderer: The Kindred Spirit Mailbox Project is Uniquely Bainbridge

By Margaret Millmore, story originally appeared on June 1, 2023

For infamous “Mailbox Lady”, Denise Stoughton, discovering the Kindred Spirit Mailbox on Bird Island in North Carolina was a magical experience, one she immediately wanted to share with …

First Friday Art Walk in Beautiful Downtown Winslow, Plus Mick Davidson November Art at the Library

First Friday Art Walk in Beautiful Downtown Winslow, Plus Mick Davidson November Art at the Library
It’s that time of the month for islanders to discover the vibrant heart of Bainbridge’s creativity at the First Friday Art Walk tonight – November 6th – in beautiful Downtown Winslow. Immerse yourself in a captivating blend of art,
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Best of The Island Wanderer: Exploring the Small Farms of Bainbridge Island – Wardwell Farm – Nature and Garden Inspired Education Through Creativity

Best of The Island Wanderer: Exploring the Small Farms of Bainbridge Island – Wardwell Farm – Nature and Garden Inspired Education Through Creativity

By Margaret Millmore, story originally appeared on June 16, 2023 

Nestled on a small road, just 2.5 miles from downtown Winslow, sits a 7-plus acre property with vegetable gardens, an orchard, goat and chicken enclosures, quaint buildings surrounded by …

Celebrate Halloween with a Whole Host of Events on Tap, Including Downtown Winslow’s Hometown Halloween!

Celebrate Halloween with a Whole Host of Events on Tap, Including Downtown Winslow’s Hometown Halloween!

As we previously reported, there’s a lot going on throughout the month of October and into November, and here at The Island Wanderer, we’ve done our level best to hit the highlights and compile a partial list of what’s …

A Bit of Island History: “Islandphobia” and the Islanders Who Overcame It! Are You One of Them?

A Bit of Island History: “Islandphobia” and the Islanders Who Overcame It! Are You One of Them?
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Election News: More Then 700,000 Washington Voters Have Already Cast Their Ballots to Date

Election News: More Then 700,000 Washington Voters Have Already Cast Their Ballots to Date

Secretary of state says election officers are dealing with challenges and threats from the federal government, though voting is well underway.

By of the Washington State Standard

Washington state voters are getting the message: Don’t wait to turn …

City of Bainbridge Island Seeks Community Feedback on Potential Speed Safety Camera Program

City of Bainbridge Island Seeks Community Feedback on Potential Speed Safety Camera Program

Across the water in Seattle and in many communities around Puget Sound, speed cameras are ubiquitous. Now the advanced policing technology might be coming to our little island.

 The City of Bainbridge Island is inviting community members to share their …

Politics: Washington AG Will Not Pursue Youth Online Protection Legislation in Wake of Meta Settlement; State Gen. Election Guide

Politics: Washington AG Will Not Pursue Youth Online Protection Legislation in Wake of Meta Settlement; State Gen. Election Guide

Court deal enacted some, but not all, protections lawmakers and AG sought and headed off constitutional questions

By Grace Kaste, Special to the Washington State Standard

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown will not ask state lawmakers again to pass a …

Bainbridge Island’s Frog Rock to be Added to Washington (State’s) Heritage Register!

Bainbridge Island’s Frog Rock to be Added to Washington (State’s) Heritage Register!

Special to The Island Wanderer

Beloved 1971 landmark receives state recognition as its story continues on the regional film festival circuit

Frog Rock, the whimsical roadside landmark that has delighted generations of Bainbridge Islanders and visitors since 1971, has been …

Bainbridge Library U Resumes Sunday with a Look at Sudan’s Civil War; Tuesday Canadien-U.S. Relations, Plus BPA Play, Chamber Music Concert

Bainbridge Library U Resumes Sunday with a Look at Sudan’s Civil War; Tuesday Canadien-U.S. Relations, Plus BPA Play, Chamber Music Concert

The civil war in Sudan, which broke out in 2023, constitutes one of the most severe humanitarian crises in the world, with civilians overwhelmingly bearing the consequences of the violence. Total death estimates range between 150,000 to 400,000, with up …

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