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First Bainbridge Pickleball Tournament

First Bainbridge Pickleball Tournament

Brianna Kosowitz and Dave Williams Pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the country, is a mix of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Tournaments have been held all over the world, but on August 22 pickleball will return to Bainbridge for its first ever Founders Tournament. 

Behind the Scenes at Parks & Rec

Behind the Scenes at Parks & Rec

Parks & Rec Community Outreach Program Manager Ashley Miller  Ever wonder about the engine that drives the island’s robust recreation programming? Learn who is behind the curtain bringing your favorite island events to life and why they do it! This podcast contributes to our ongoing 

2019 Public Art Opens August 2

2019 Public Art Opens August 2

Mike Seidl (l), Anne Smart, Bill Baran-Mickle, Karsten Boysen, Grace Harris Now in its second year, Something New, our rotating Public Art Initiative, will reveal this year’s installations at the Island’s First Friday Art Walk on Friday, August 2nd. Permanent pedestals located on Winslow Way, 

BIPD National Night Out and K9 Whitney in Winslow August 6

BIPD National Night Out and K9 Whitney in Winslow August 6

Officer Kurt Enget (l) with K9 Officer Whitney and Chief Horn Games! An inflatable slide! Obstacle courses,  a “Touch-a-Truck” area with police, fire, city, and FBI vehicles — this year’s National Night Out event is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Learn more about this 

City addresses affordable housing, trees, and the hotel project

City addresses affordable housing, trees, and the hotel project

Are you allowed to cut down your tree? What is a tiny home and can I have one on my property? What is the status of the hotel going into downtown Winslow? Listen here for answers to these and more questions from city hall staff.  

Artwork from the new Land Trust Book at the Bainbridge Library

Artwork from the new Land Trust Book at the Bainbridge Library

The Bainbridge Island Land Trust has produced a glorious new book full of photographs, illustrations and stories celebrating 30 years of protection and stewardship of the natural elements on our island. Natural Bainbridge: Working Together to Protect Our Island connects information about ecosystems with the roles played 

Comedian Dan Rosenberg at BPA July 27

Comedian Dan Rosenberg at BPA July 27

They say laughter is the best medicine, and comedian Dan Rosenberg brings a healthy dosage of comedic talent to BPA on July 27th!  Having performed as a comedian for over 25 years all across the country, Dan will finally be filming his first stand-up special 

Cruise around Bainbridge on the historic Virginia V!

Cruise around Bainbridge on the historic Virginia V!

Sunday, July 21st, the beautifully restored steam-powered ferry the Virginia V will circumnavigate Bainbridge Island for its annual fundraiser to support Bainbridge Island Historical Museum.  The Virginia V is the last boat of the mosquito fleet, the former version of our ferry system that carried 

League of Women Voters offers Council Candidate Forum July 17

League of Women Voters offers Council Candidate Forum July 17

Wondering who to vote for in our upcoming primary? The League of Women Voters can help! Come check it out: meet City Council candidates Kol Medina, Ashley Mathews, and Kevin Fetterly Wednesday, July 17th, 6:30 pm at City Hall. Founded almost 100 years ago, the 

Friends of the Farms offers Edible Garden Tour July 20

Friends of the Farms offers Edible Garden Tour July 20

If you’ve been thinking it might be fun to grow your own food, sign up for Friends of the Farms’ Edible Garden Tour on July 20. You’ll see some inspiring gardens, meet the gardeners, and learn their growing secrets! Hosted by Friends of the Farms  and