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Greetings from Bainbridge Island!
There are a lot of things to see and do...please view our community calendar for a comprehensive listing of events
Our Favorite Event Picks, May 1-13
May 1
3rd Annual Student Creative Writing Contest
Bainbridge Island Farmers Market
Senior Center Garden Makeover & Ice Cream Social
The Met Live in HD: Amida
Seattle Opera Preview: Amelia
Noche de Moda Fashion Show
Bainbridge Bicycling Celebration
The EDGE Improv
May 2
Bainbridge Island Farmers Market
26th Annual San Carlos Poetry Reading
West Sound Reads: Henry Winkler
Books: Eileen Garvin
First Sundays at the Commons
18th Annual Earth Day Contra Dance with Country Capers
May 3
Sustainable First Monday: Island Trails
May 6
Discussion: Hearing Loss
Books: Elizabeth George
Man of La Mancha Preview
May 7
Annual Winslow Tree Walk
First Friday Gallery Walk
Man of La Mancha Opening Night
May 8
Bainbridge
Island Farmers Market
Concert: Linda Allen
Concert: Alan Simcoe
Swing Plus Dance Event
Planetarium Show
May 9
Concert: Pat Strange
Israeli Dance Night
May 10
BIAHC Roundtable
SWERV
May 12
Pomegranate:
Ann Lovejoy
BHS Spring Fling Choral Concert
Island Film Group:
The Lady Eve
Live Music
Seabold Second Saturdays
Weekly
Pegasus
Coffee House
Stephens House
Four Swallows
Treehouse Cafe
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This is the official newsletter produced by
Bainbridge Island
Chamber of Commerce
395 Winslow Way East
Bainbridge Island, WA
(206) 842-3700
Produced and Edited
BY Mickey Molnaire
Disclaimer: All content in this newsletter is screened, but The Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce is not responsible for inaccuracies. Please verify all information by using the websites and links provided.
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Greetings from your friends at the
Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce!
This issue of What's Happening - Bainbridge Island features major events coming up in May. To find other events around town, please view our online Community Calendar.
The Chamber has moved!!! Visit us in our new space at 395 Winslow Way East, next to the Streamliner Diner.
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Don't Miss These Chamber Events:
 Monthly Luncheon
Wed, May 19, 11:30 AM
Honoring Business Couple of the Year Gerard & JoAnn Bentryn of Bainbridge Island Vineyards & Winery. More...
Business After Hours
Thurs., May 27, 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Eagle Harbor Window Coverings & other Bjune businesses. More...
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 Suzanne
Selfors: 3rd Annual Student Creative Writing Contest
To celebrate the release of her 3rd book for children, Suzanne Selfors is once again sponsoring a writing contest for local students, grades 1 - 8. Smells Like Dog is the story of a dog with a very special talent. Create your own story about a special dog. Maybe it's a dog you already know. Maybe it's an imaginary dog. Try to keep your story to one or two pages. You can draw a picture if you'd like. Six stories will be chosen and their authors will each receive a $40 gift certificate to Eagle Harbor Books. Everyone who enters will get a bookmark and a special Dogploma of Creative Writing. Winners will be announced on May 23rd, 3:00 pm at Eagle Harbor Books. Deadline to enter is May 20th. More...
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 Senior Center Garden Makeover & Ice Cream Social
Sat., May 1, 9 AM
You are invited to lend a hand re-planting and rennovating the garden beds surrounding the Senior Center! Join volunteers from Island human service agencies at the Ice Cream Social at 2pm. Please wear gloves and bring hand tools. We'll be in the garden rain or shine. Tasks available for every age and ability. More...
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 The Met Live in HD - Armida
Sat., May. 1, 10 AM
Renée Fleming stars as Rossini's sorceress, opposite no fewer than six tenors. Mary Zimmerman directs the fanciful story of the sorceress who enthralls men in her island prison of sensual delights, Zimmerman says, "has an epic, enchanted quality and a tremendous visual element." Members from the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra perform during interludes. At the Pavilion. More...
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 Seattle Opera Preview with Norm Hollingshead: Amelia
Sat., May 1, 3 PM
Amelia is an opera in two acts by Daron Hagen, with a libretto by Gardner McFall. It is scheduled to premiere at the Seattle Opera on May 8, 2010. The opera is set in America and Vietnam between 1966 to 1996. It revolves around the title character, Amelia, who is expecting her first child, who explores her relationship with her father, Dodge, a U.S. Navy pilot who died in the Vietnam War when she was a child. More...
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 Noche de Moda Fashion Show
Sat., May 1, 6:15 PM
An exciting evening with Mexican cuisine by local favorite Casa Rojas, a fabulous runway show, and an after-party with dancing on the runway to the music of DJ Brant Butte. The runway show opens with live music by Deseo Carmin. Then it's off to enjoy the latest looks on models from all over the island. Stores include Adam & Eve, Bay Hay & Feed, Kennedy & Kate, Lilies, Que Sarah, Silver Star Trading Post, Sweet Deal, The Traveler, Zia, and Zia for Men. More...
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 Bainbridge Bicycling Celebration
Sat., May 1, 6:30 PM
Come celebrate the kick-off to Bike to Work and School Month at this Ice Cream Social and Awards Night. Willie Weir, famous local cyclist and adventurer extraordinaire, will entertain. Photography contest, prizes, bike talk. Sponsors: BHS Earth Service Corps, B.I.Cycle and Classic Cycle. More...
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The EDGE Improv
Sat., May 1, 7:30 PM
Join The EDGE for an ingeniously improvised evening of on-the-spot comedy, all from audience suggestions. For more than sixteen years, the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from audience members. One enthusiastic patron remarked, "I don't know how they do it. They just come on stage and create instant hilarity." More...
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 25th Annual San Carlos Poetry Reading
Sun., May 2, 1 PM
The annual poetry event for the whole community! Come read or listen.... Free. At San Carlos Restaurant. More...
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 West Sound Reads: A Brand-New Me!, with Henry Winkler
Sun., May 2, 1:30 PM
Since 2003, Winkler has collaborated with Lin Oliver on a the popular Hank Zipzer series of children's books about a 4th grade boy, Hank Zipzer, who is dyslexic. Winkler who also has the learning disability, has often discussed that this was an unhappy part of his childhood. Winkler has published 17 books about his hero Zipzer, the "world's greatest underachiever." An award winning director and producer, Henry Winkler is best known for his role as the well-loved "Fonzie" in the TV sitcom, Happy Days. At Bainbridge High School Commons. More...
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 How To Be a Sister: A Love Story With a Twist of Autism, with Eileen Garvin
Sun., May 2, 3 PM
Journalist Eileen Garvin of Hood River, Oregon, discusses her deeply felt memoir of growing up with an older sister who has severe autism. Growing up alongside Margaret wasn't easy: Eileen often found herself in situations that were simultaneously awkward, hilarious, and heartbreaking. How to Be a Sister will speak to siblings, parents, friends, and teachers of people with autism - and to anyone who sometimes struggles to connect with someone difficult or different. At Eagle Harbor Book Co. More...
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 First Sundays at the Commons Sat., May 2, 4 PM
Jazz Concert with Gail Pettis, vocals, Randy Halberstadt, piano, Jeff Johnson, bass, and Mark Ivester, drums. More...
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 Sustainable First Monday:
Island Trails
Mon., May 3, 7 PM
Find out the latest about current and future trails for bicyclists and pedestrians. We're closer than many people realize to having an Island-wide greenway system of connecting trails. Learn about how to get from here to there on your feet and on your bike and share your ideas. Metro Park & Recreation District Commissioner Paul Bang-Knudsen, Non-Motorized Committee member John Grinter, Gordon Black from Squeaky Wheels, and COBI engineer Chris Hammer will introduce the potential and future non motorized transportation plans. More...
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 What Did You Say? Important Discussions About Changes in Hearing
Thurs., May 6, 3 PM
What can be done? Plenty! During this talk, we'll discuss topics from the latest research on hearing changes to tools and rules that can help communication. Stacey LaBahn has a Master's Degree in Information Management. She is a late deaf adult who progressed from stellar to profound hearing loss. At the Library More...
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 Books: Elizabeth George
Thurs., May 6, 7:30 PM
Best-selling author Elizabeth George will read from "This Body of Death," her latest in the Detective Lynley series. Reading followed by question & answer and book signing. More...
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Man of La Mancha at BPA
Pay-What-You-Can-Preview, Thurs., May 6, 7:30 PM
May 7 -23, Fri. & Sat. 7:30 PM, Sun. 3:00 PM
Opening Night Reception, Fri., May 7, 6:30 PM
The show that introduced "The Impossible Dream" to the world tells the story of the "mad" knight, Don Quixote, as a play within a play, performed by Cervantes and his fellow prisoners as he awaits a hearing with the Spanish Inquisition. The original 1965 Broadway production won five Tony Awards, and became one of the most enduring works of musical theatre. Suitable for "PG-13" Audiences. More...
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 Annual Tree Walk
Fri., May 7, 1 PM
Led by Olaf Ribeiro, this informative walking tour of historic trees in
the downtown area was over-subscribed last year. Space is Limited -
Reservations Required. Call the Museum at 842-2773 for reservations or
stop in to sign up. $3.00 donation suggested. More...
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 First Friday Gallery Walk
Fri., May 7, 6 PM
Downtown Winslow galleries including: Bainbridge Arts & Crafts: "The Woods", Bainbridge Performing Arts: photography by Carrie Goller and Crystal Satko-Moore, Bainbridge Public Library: Mary Rowland, whimsical garden paintings, Director's Gallery, Ginger, Island Gallery, Roby King Galleries. Refreshments at most venues. More...
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 Linda Allen: Here's to the Women!
Sat., May 8, 2 PM
Celebrating 100 Years of Women's Journey to Justice. Songwriter Linda Allen explores the silencing and raising up of women's voices in Washington leading up to the granting of the vote in 1910. This multimedia presentation uses images, songs and stories to honor the women in our lives. 2pm. Free. Island Center Hall. More...
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 Swing Plus Dance Event
Sat., May 8, 7:30 PM
Doors open 7:15 pm. Swingin' Foxtrot workshop mixer 7:30 - 8:15 pm. DJ dance 8:15-10:30 pm with Swing, Salsa, Blues, West Coast, Ballroom & Latin! Cost includes workshop! More...
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 Island Music Center
Sat., May 8, 7:30 PM
Talented local artist and luthier, Alan Simcoe, will be performing a range of music for guitar and other instruments.
Sun., May 9, 3 PM
Pat Strange, classical and contemporary violin
The third concert in the Island Music Center Faculty Concert Series.performing a range of works for the violin, in sola nad ensemble format. Music ranges from Brahms to Contemporary Music. More...
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 Planetarium Show: It's Galaxy Season
Sat., May 8, 8:30 PM
Virgo and Ursa Major rise at sunset.Virgo is home to the nearest large cluster of galaxies. Ursa Major boasts some of the most beautiful. See the show. If the sky is clear, see the real thing. At Richie Observatory. More...
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 Israeli Dance Night
Sun., May 9, 6:30 PM
Israeli dance returns to Congregation Kol Shalom! We kick off our new dance season schedule of second Sunday dances. Israeli dance is easy to learn, fun and great exercise! No partner needed, all dances taught, new dancers welcome. Wear comfy layers and non-marking shoes. More...
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 BIAHC Artists Roundtable
Mon., May 10, 7 PM
From Work-Space to Wall. With Betsy Featherston and Sam Davidson. Refreshments provided. Free, registration required. Bainbridge Bakers. To register and for more information, contact the BI Arts and Humanities Council at 206.842.7901. More...
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 SWERV
Tues., May 11, 10:30 AM
Join SWERV (Savvy Women Exchanging Relevant Views) to hear world renowned canopy biologist Dr. Nalini Nadkarni share her topic - Between Earth and Sky: Our Intimate Connections to Trees. Dr. Nadkarni is co-founder of the International Canopy Network. Free. At Seabold Hall. 206-855-9259
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 Pomegranate Dialogues: Ann Lovejoy
Wed., May 12, 12 Noon
Master Gardener Ann Lovejoy expands her love of all things growing into gardening as a metaphor for a more connected life. 206-842-2799
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 BHS Spring Fling Choral Concert
Wed., May 12, 6:30 PM
Heather Scott will start the program with a Family Sing A Long, followed by a performance by the award-winning BHS Jazz Band conducted by Lillian Garcia. The concert will conclude with an all string quartet led by Dr. Tom Monk. A Benefit for BHS Bands and Peacock Family Center. BHS LGI. More...
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 Island Film Group: The Lady Eve
Wed., May 12, 6:30 PM
Distaff card shark (Barbara Stanwyck) spots a cast-iron sucker in beer heir "Hopsie" Pike. Hopsie is too engrossed in his lifelong project, a book called Are Snakes Necessary to care much for his millions and Eve's father Handsome Harry Harrington, who can produce more aces than a playing card factory, sends her into action in this statement on the battle of the sexes. 1941 With Henry Fonda & Charles Coburn. Directed by Preston Sturges. More...
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 Live Music on Bainbridge
Pegasus Coffee House
Most Fridays & Saturdays
7:30-9:30 PM
Schedule & links to musicians' web sites...
Stevens House Concerts
Saturdays 7:30-9:30 PM.
Self-serve dessert bar on every music night. More..
Four Swallows Restaurant
Wednesdays, 6:30-9:00 PM
Dine to the music of guitarist Alan Simcoe.
Seabold Second Saturdays
2nd Saturday of every month
Sign-up 6:30 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
All-acoustic open mic. More...
Treehouse Cafe
Saturdays, 8 PM
Wednesdays, 7:30 PM - Eagle Harbor Jazz Ensemble
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Bainbridge Island 98110 P: (206) 842-3700
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