You can forgive Mike Cox if he sounds a bit like Howard Beale, the slightly madcap newscaster from the 1970s movie Network, who was fond of yelling – usually out a window – “I’m mad as hell and I’m
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Pickle(ball) Palooza‘ for Kids Scheduled for this coming Sunday June 1st at Battle Point Park
Pickleball is for everyone. This weekend, it’s the kids’ turn.
The Bainbridge Island Metro Parks District and Bainbridge Island Pickleball will host the first Pickle Palooza at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 1st, at Battle Point Park. The tournament is designed …
Honor Island Veterans Today at Memorial Day Ceremonies on Bainbridge High School and Elsewhere in Kitsap County
In past years, you may have seen members of American Legion Collin Hyde Post 172 of Bainbridge Island distributing poppies throughout the community. Along with American flags adorning some Island streets and at the ferry terminal, these efforts are part …
Just in Case You Missed It, the Always Mysterious Scotch Broom Parade Swept Through Downtown Winslow Recently. Did You See It?
No one knows exactly when it will happen, or what its exact origin is, but one thing is for certain, the Scotch Broom Parade is a uniquely Bainbridge event.
This year’s spontaneous parade occurred on Tuesday May 19 on Winslow …
Washington State Ferries’ Long-term Plan to Electrify its Fleet is Beginning to Take Shape, But the Price tag is Not Cheap!
Our ferries are near and dear to our hearts. Some long-time commuters estimate they’ve spent years of their lives plying back and forth between Bainbridge Island and Seattle on the rapid waters of Puget Sound.
Deals have been done, friendships …
Bainbridge Senior Center Selected for Statewide Pilot Program to Enhance Older Adults’ Health and Well-Being
A new partnership is bringing free, personalized health assessments and well-being support to local seniors, says Reed Price, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Senior/Community Center.
BISCC is one of just 10 senior centers across Washington chosen to participate …
A Follow Up: Getting Up Close and Personal with Bob and Ellen Green, the Artists Behind the Creation of Frog Rock, the Unofficial Mascot of Bainbridge Island
By Denise Stoughton
ON THE ISLAND WE SHARE embracing quirky traditions and unique creative culture offers a collective joy ride. With the wind in our hair, the thrill of living on Bainbridge is richer for its abundance of folk art …
Honoring Korean-American Heritage is Taking a Bigger Role in the Annual Asian Arts Festival, Taking Place at Various Venues All This Month
From The Kitsap Sun
Although the nation’s music and television regularly tops international charts and is a popular choice on streaming platforms, an upcoming showcase on Bainbridge Island is dedicated to empowering diversity through a multi-faceted celebration of Korean culture.…
This Coming Weekend, Slap on your Running Shoes and Participate in the Trillium Trail Run; on Monday go inside and listen to the soothing sounds of Crescendo
Run for the trails! The Trillium Trail Run 10K/5K and Kids Fun Run returns to Bainbridge Island Saturday, May 10, a benefit to acquire, build and maintain new Bainbridge Island trails.
Early-bird registration for the timed event is now …
$1.6 Million Gift from Local Conservation Fund Anchors Successful 39-acre Grand Forest East Preservation
Thirty-nine acres of Grand Forest East will be preserved for public use, after a successful fundraising effort by the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation and Bainbridge Island Land Trust.
The property will be purchased by the Bainbridge Island …





