The Week Ahead
July 31, 2023
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Welcome to Bainbridge Island, where this week is packed with three exciting and diverse events that cater to everyone's interests. From promoting community safety to celebrating the arts and supporting a noble cause, there's something for everyone to enjoy and be a part of.
First up is the much-anticipated National Night Out, which will be held on August 2nd. This annual family-friendly event, hosted by police departments nationwide, aims to promote crime prevention and personal safety. The event promises a plethora of engaging activities for all ages, including informational booths with educational materials for parents, safety games for kids, and opportunities to interact with the dedicated officers who serve the community. Not to mention the free food, prizes, and impressive equipment displays featuring police cars, motorcycles, ambulances, fire vehicles, and more. This year's National Night Out promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with fun and valuable insights, taking place at Town Square near city hall.
Next on the list is the much-anticipated tenth-anniversary celebration of the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art on August 5th. Get ready for a vibrant and lively atmosphere as BIMA hosts a grand party at the Island Gateway. From 12 PM to 9:30 PM, the event will be alive with live music, art activities, food and vendor pop-ups, a beer and wine garden, and so much more. With 12 bands playing across four stages, the musical lineup promises a diverse range of genres, from Americana to hip-hop, funk to Latin music. Local favorites like Shaina Shepherd, Tomo Nakayama, Stas Thee Boss, Tres Leches, and Lydia Ramsey are set to grace the stages and keep the crowd grooving.
And it's not just music and art that will steal the show. The BIMA Block Party boasts a pop-up vendor market featuring art, crafts, jewelry, henna tattoos, clothing, and all your festival favorites. And for those looking to quench their thirst, the beer garden at the Gateway Stage will be the perfect spot to enjoy some live model "Drink & Draw" sessions between bands. Foodies will be delighted with the array of culinary delights, featuring food vendors from the area alongside BIMA Bistro, Agate Restaurant, Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse, Fletcher Bay Winery, and Pegasus Coffee. Additionally, hands-on projects by BIMA and KiDiMu will ensure that creativity knows no bounds for visitors of all ages.
Last but certainly not least, prepare to be enthralled by the captivating presence of global superstar and master musician, Sona Jobarteh. Known as "Africa's first female Griot kora virtuoso," Jobarteh is an incredible blend of traditional music, blues, and Afropop that leaves audiences in awe. Beyond her musical talent, Jobarteh is also a humanitarian and feminist icon, advocating for educational reform across Africa. Her passion for music and dedication to empowering the children of Africa are evident in her breathtaking performances and her establishment of The Gambia Academy, which aims to bring about curriculum overhaul and social change.
So there you have it, an action-packed week on Bainbridge Island with events that cater to safety, art, and social change. Whether you're looking to spend quality time with family, immerse yourself in the arts, or support a meaningful cause, Bainbridge Island has it all. Mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and get ready for a week of unforgettable experiences. Don't miss out on these three featured events that showcase the heart and soul of our vibrant community!
Featured Events:
National Night Out, August 2
BIMA Block Party, August 5
Sona Jobarteh at the WEAVE, August 6
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National Night Out
National Night Out is an annual family-friendly event hosted by police departments across the nation to promote crime prevention and personal safety. The event may look different from year to year, but usually includes informational booths with educational materials for parents, games about safety for kids, and opportunities to meet and chat with the officers who serve you. There is also free food, prizes, and impressive equipment displays featuring police cars, police motorcycles, ambulances, fire vehicles, BIPD’s police boat, and more. The location of the event varies from year to year, but it always takes place on the first Tuesday evening in August. This year's event is taking place August 1 at Town Square (near city hall). Be sure to follow us on Facebook for details!
Cost, tickets and logistics:
Wednesday, August 2 from 5pm-8pm
Town Square, 280 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Cost: Free
Full details here
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BIMA Block Party
It’s the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art’s tenth birthday and we’re throwing a party! Come down to the Island Gateway on August 5 and celebrate with us from 12 PM – 9:30 PM with live music, art activities, food and vendor pop-ups, a beer and wine garden, and so much more! Experience 12 bands playing across four stages; from Americana to hip-hop, funk to Latin music, BIMA is presenting regional musical acts including darlings of the local music scene, including Shaina Shepherd, Tomo Nakayama, Stas Thee Boss, Tres Leches, Reposado, Lydia Ramsey, and more.
BIMA Block Party isn’t limited to music and art. The event will also include a pop up vendor market that includes art and crafts, jewelry, henna tattoos, clothing, and other festival favorites. A beer garden at the Gateway Stage will also feature a live model “Drink & Draw” between bands. Food vendors from the area, including Taste da Boot, Erick’s Seafood & More, and other local vendors will supplement offerings by BIMA Bistro, Agate Restaurant, Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse, Fletcher Bay Winery, and Pegasus Coffee. Additionally, hands-on projects will be offered by BIMA and KiDiMu to keep hands and minds of all ages engaged in art making.
Take a break between sets and shop at our pop up vendor market that features art and crafts, jewelry, henna tattoos, clothing, and other festival favorites. A beer garden at the Gateway Stage will also feature a live model “Drink & Draw” between bands.
Cost, tickets and logistics:
Saturday, August 5 from 12pm-9:30pm
BIMA & Island Getaway 500 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Cost: Free
Full details here
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Sona Jobarteh at the WEAVE
Global superstar, master musician, and humanitarian, Sona Jobarteh, is “Africa’s first female Griot kora virtuoso… blending traditional music, blues, and Afropop to impressive effect.” – The Guardian. Reputed for her skill as an instrumentalist, distinctive voice, and her grace on stage, Jobarteh has rapidly risen to international success.
Traditionally, descendants of Griot families inherit the responsibility of keeping stories of their individual tribes and families alive in the oral tradition with the narrative accompanied by a musical instrument. Breaking from a seven-century-old tradition of Griot families in West Africa, Jobarteh is a feminist icon touring the world to spread her powerful and universal messages through her music and her voice.
While her passion is music, her mission and purpose is education as empowerment and curriculum overhaul for the children of Africa. As seen in both 60 minutes and CNN, she is a leader in social change, singlehandedly using her touring fees to set up The Gambia Academy – an institution dedicated to achieving educational reform across Africa.
Her latest album, Badinyaa Kumoo, was released in 2022.
Sona Jobarteh, kora & vocals
Eric Appapoulay, guitar
Andi McLean, bass
Mouhamadou Sarr, percussion
Yuval “Juba” Wetzler, drums
Cost, tickets and logistics:
Full details and get your tickets here
Sunday, August 6 6pm-9:30pm
Rolling Bay Hall 10598 NE Valley Rd, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Cost:
General Admission - Advance
$27.00 + $0.52 booking fee
General Admission (standing room only) $27 in advance, $36 at the door
Limited Reserved ADA Seating
$13.50 + $0.52 booking fee
We have a very limited amount of seats reserved for people with injuries or physical disabilities.
People with Disabilities who do not require seating
$13.50 + $0.52 booking fee
For people with disabilities who do not require seating.
Youth Tix (ages 5-19)
$13.50 + $0.52 booking fee
Know Before You Go:
Lace Cadence is a Seattle-based DJ and the founder of Trophouse Thursdays at Seattle’s Sugar Hill. Lace spins a signature blend of afrobeat, dancehall, rap and r&b, with a passion for amplifying music from the African continent and across the diaspora.
Lace was raised in the Central District and first immersed in the local Seattle music scene as a child during the height of grunge in the 90’s. As an emcee and vocalist, Lace made waves with his early solo career and as one third of rap outfit Clockwork. He is the one third of the electronic r&b outfit The Flavr Blue, and has performed across the country and internationally, including Dakar, Tokyo, and Stockholm.
You can listen to Lace late Friday nights KEXP's Overnights Afrobeats show on KEXP.
SHOW DETAILS
6pm Afrobeats DJ Lace Cadence
7pm Sona Jobarteh
Aftershow set with DJ Lace Cadence
SHOW SETUP
This is an outdoor event at Rolling Bay Hall. People will be on their feet and dancing for the majority of the show so we are reserving a designated area for ADA seating. There is no lawn so there will be no lawn chairs permitted. But there will be some seating indoors out of view from the stage for those that need a respite.
Parking will be limited. If you cannot carpool, consider arriving quite early.
There is a $10 round trip shuttle service available to and from the Bainbridge ferry terminal for those who are coming from Seattle without a car. You will be offered this option at checkout.
ABOUT WEAVE
WEAVE operates out of Rolling Bay Hall, nestled in the heart of Bainbridge Island, WA within the aboriginal territory of the “People of Clear Salt Water” [Suquamish People].
Known for its commitment to hosting exceptional cultural events, WEAVE perfectly complements the ethereal ambiance of Jobarteh's music. This will be WEAVE’s first outdoor performance. Attendees can expect an immersive experience that will transport them to distant lands and evoke a profound sense of connection to the music.
"This is the best place to play in the Pacific Northwest." - D'Vonne Lewis, drummer, poet, band leader, and 4th generation Seattle musician.
With its mission to promote cultural diversity and artistic excellence, WEAVE is delighted to present Sona Jobarteh as part of its ongoing commitment to bringing world-class performers to the vibrant community of Bainbridge Island. The event promises an unforgettable evening of enchantment, celebration, and artistic brilliance.
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Looking Ahead:
August 11: Movies in the Park
August 12: Seabold Second Saturday Open Mic
August 13: Choro Jam on Bainbridge
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