What's Happening in May
 
 Greetings!
  
There are so many great events planned on Bainbridge Island for April, and we are pleased to share a few of our favorites.
  
 
 
 
Featured Events 
 
May 1
First Friday Art Walk
Downtown Winslow
 
May 1, 2 & 3
Art Bailout Sale
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts
 
May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Bainbridge Island Farmers Market
Bainbridge Youth Market
 
May 7
Girls Night Out
 
May 10
Happy Mother's Day!
 
May 12
Art Benjamin,
Mathamagician
 
   
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This newsletter is produced by
 
Bainbridge Island
Chamber of Commerce
590 Winslow Way East
Bainbridge Island, WA 
(206) 842-3700
 
PRODUCED AND EDITED
BY Elizabeth Gadbois
 
Disclaimer:  All content in this newsletter is screened, but The Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce is not responsible  inaccuracies. Please verify all information by using the websites and links provided.
 
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Art Bail Out Sale  Bainbridge Art's and Crafts - Art Bail Out Sale
Friday - Sunday, May 1, 2 & 3
Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, 151 Winslow Way East
 
Great art, great prices, great economic policy!
Bainbridge Arts & Crafts and our artists refuse to take this economy lying down! Want to help? You'll save 20% to 40% at our Art Bailout Sale, and your purchases will give a much needed shot-in-the-arm to the Gallery and to our artists. May 1, 10-8; May 2, 10-6; May 3, 11-5.
First Friday Gallery WalkDirectors Gallery
Friday, May 1, 5:30 - 7:00
Winslow Way, Madrone Lane and Bjune
 
Roby King Gallery, Island Gallery, Director's Gallery, A is for Artists gallery and Bainbridge Arts and Crafts.
Stroll the streets and view new art exhibits at downtown galleries, then grab a bite at one of our great restaurants.  The weather is great, enjoy some outdoor time (while it lasts!)
Bainbridge Island Farmers MarketBainbridge Youth Market
Saturdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Town Square (next to City Hall)
 
Purchase locally grown produce and flowers directly from farmers.  Music, arts, crafts and organic foods. 
 
Also, while your there, visit
Bainbridge Island Youth Market
same dates, just across the parking lot!
Girls Night Out! Girls Night Out
Thursday,  May 7
Downtown Winslow
 
Shop till you drop, special prizes, coupons, giveaways. 
Participating stores hold individual in-store promotions throughout the day (12noon-8pm), and the event culminates in a reception and prize drawing at 8pm. For more information, contact the Bainbridge Island Downtown Association at www.BainbridgeDowntown.org
MathamagicianMathamagician
Tuesday, May 12, 11:30am
St. Cecilia's Conger Hall,
1310 Madison Ave. N
 
Dr. Art Benjamin, Mathamagician, has appeared on the Today Show and many other television and radio broadcasts. His demonstration of mental math is a wonder to watch! The doors open at 4:30PM and Dr. Benjamin's performance is slated for 6:30PM. Purchase tickets here. or call 206-842-4628.
Upcoming Events...  
 
HIGHLIGHTS
June   Rotary Auction and Rummage Sale
            Patsy Cline/Hank Williams Barn Dance
July    3rd of July Street Dance & BBQ
          Grand Old Fourth of July
          Street Fair, Parade, Antique Car Show and More!
            Bainbridge in Bloom Garden Tour
            Seabold Vintage Market - Summer Flea
            Bluegrass Festival
Aug    Studio Tour
Sept   Taste of Lynwood
            Harvest Fair
Oct     Octoberfest 
FEATURED ARTICLE:
Community Gardens on Bainbridge Island
The trend is undeniable...community gardens are on the upswing.  The nation has not seen a movement like this since the great depression, when the country was populated with p-patches and victory gardens. Most gardens are open to visitors, by appointment.  Read more...
BICC LogoIf you have any questions about any of the above events, or if you would like to submit your event for consideration in the next newsletter, please contact
 
 Elizabeth Gadbois 
 
Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce
  
590 Winslow Way 
 
Bainbridge Island 98110
 
P:  (206) 842-3700
 
E: Liz@BainbridgeChamber.com
 
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 Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce