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The Week Ahead
Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 27! 🌿 Whether you're into sustainable fashion, hands-on nature fun, or restoring native habitats, Bainbridge Island has something for you. Here's what's happening around the island:
Featured events:
🧵 ReFashion Sewdown
🌎 Earth Day Celebration
🪓 Free Invasive Weed Disposal
The Week Ahead
Immerse yourself in a week of fun-filled activities on Bainbridge Island! Explore the thrill of friendly competition at Wednesday Weekly at Bainbridge Brewing Taproom, and satisfy your cravings for savory delights at Oink & Moo—a barbecue extravaganza. Don’t miss out!
Featured Events:
🏆 Bainbridge Wednesday Weekly Pinball Tournament, Feb 28
🖌️ Corks & Canvas: Springtime Chickadee, Mar 1
🔥 Food Pop-Up: Oink & Moo BBQ and CinnaRohls, Mar 3
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Experience a diverse weekend on Bainbridge Island, starting with art and wine at Eleven Winery's Corks & Canvas event on Friday, October 6. On Saturday, October 7, join the Island School's Family Carnival for a day of fun and games. Finally, on Sunday, October 8, enjoy live jazz and fine wine at Eleven Winery's "Live Music at the Winery" featuring Kareem Kandi. It's a weekend of creativity, family, and music that captures the island's vibrant spirit.
Featured Events:
Corks & Canvas - Stacking Pumpkins, Friday October 6
Family Carnival, Saturday October 7
Live music at the Winery - Kareem Kandi, Sunday October 8
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One of the greatest things about Bainbridge Island is that there are so many things to do and see every day. If you work during the weekday, no problem because we’ve got your weekends covered with the diverse events happening on the island. Start off your weekend by unleashing your inner artist at Corks & Canvas - Brother’s Mountain Sail. This event is hosted at Eleven Winery, so, you guessed it, grab a glass of wine and paint the night away! If you want to spend some time outdoors, consider attending the Moonlight Market. With over 30 booths of food, crafts, arts, jewelry and much more, this event welcomes the whole family. To end the weekend and get you ready for the work week, we’re filling your bellies at the Paella Party hosted by the Eagle Harbor Wine Company.
Featured Events:
Corks & Canvas - Brother’s Mountain Sail, July 21
Moonlight Market, July 21
Paella Party, July 22 and 23
The Week Ahead
As summer approaches, the number of events is increasing and this week’s events highlight three that showcase the diversity of things to do on Bainbridge Island. Attend an award-winning play, dine in the woods for dinner (or stay the night and grab breakfast too!), and attend the final “First Sunday” concert series until September. You won’t want to miss any of these events – get the details below and block out your calendars!
Featured Events:
The Humours of Bandon - May 5, 7.30pm-9.30pm
Dinner in the Wood - May 6, 4.30pm-10pm
Violin, Harpsichord & Cello - May 7, 4pm-5.30pm
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Music and Arts is the theme for this week with lots of opportunities for you to expand your enjoyment and exposure to different styles of live music. Spend Thursday evening at The Manor House where Bainbridge Arts and Crafts host “Shine Live Auction” celebrating live music and art while raising money for the SHINE Art Academy, an Arts Education school. On Friday at the Marketplace, listen to Vince Bigos performing original material, as well as covers by Hank Williams, The Beatles, and Bob Dylan. And Saturday brings an amazing opportunity for kids to learn to appreciate Jazz; take them along to a Matinee at Weave, hosted by the Dmitri Matheny Group. This will be a lively and interactive introduction to jazz for families and young audiences featuring a variety of entertaining musical styles from jump swing, to samba, calypso, and more. And later that evening adults can return to WEAVE to attend Dmitri’s full concert!
Featured Events:
Shine Live! Early Bird Dinner and Auction Ticket, April 27, 6pm-9pm
Live Music at The Marketplace with Vince Bigos, April 28, 7pm-9pm
Jazz for Kids - April 29, 5.30pm-6:30pm
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This week encompasses Earth Day so we are focusing on events that get you closer to Mother Earth! And to make you feel extra special you can start the week by enjoying chocolate at the same time as donating to the West Sound Wildlife Shelter. On Wednesday, become more sustainable by learning or improving your kitting skills. And for the finale, volunteer or participate in all things green at Battle Point Park on Saturday. Get your green on!
Featured Events:
West Sound Wildlife Shelter Chocolate Take-Over, April 17-18, 10am-6pm
The Lamb & Kid - Various Knitting Classes, April 19th
Earth Day Expo, April 22, 10am-2pm
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So many more new events are starting to pop up on the Island - which are good indications we are into Spring and beginning to get ready for Summer! Learn how to confidently identify wild spring plants that are edible and medicinal at IslandWood, feast on delicious grubs and a glass of wine with Southern BBQ at Eleven Winery, or enjoy a handpicked flight + a 4-course meal farmhouse style in Heyday Farm’s festive barn.
Featured Events:
Spring Skills of a Naturalist April 13, 9.30am-11.30am
Double D’s BBQ & Smokery Food Truck at Eleven Winery, April 15, 12pm-5pm
Frichette Winery Winemaker Dinner, April 15, 6pm-9pm
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This coming week is Spring Break and it’s time to get those creative vibes flowing. Whether you have children that need to be kept amused, or you want to channel that creative adult spirit, there is something for everyone. Register for inspirational self-guided tours or live demonstrations, sign-up for a 3-day art camp and participate in a variety of mixed-media experiences, and learn tried and true methods of how to master drawing portraits.
Featured Events:
BARN Tour Registration for Spring Sampler (April 30) - April 3, 1pm-3pm
Spring Break One-Day Art Camps Ages 5-12 - April 4-7, 10.30am-1.30pm
Drawing and Painting People, April 8, 10am-4pm

