Community briefs, July 22, 2016, edition
Published 5:04 pm Thursday, July 21, 2016
WSU announces spring 2016 graduates
The following local students graduated from Washington State University in the spring 2016 semester with undergraduate degrees. A complete list is available online at news.wsu.edu/spring-2016-western-washington-graduate-list.
Bremerton
Ashley Brook Anderson, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration; Megan Jayne Anderson, Bachelor of Music; Terrin Anne Arestad, Bachelor of Arts in Human Development, magna cum laude; Jorden Quinn Dakin-White, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Jared Alexander Dragovich, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, cum laude; Brittany Michelle Duff, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Brent Michael Ellis, Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Science; Erika Rae Giesbrecht, Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences, magna cum laude; Jeff Hall, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; Sarah Nicole Hluboky, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Bryan Scott Huddleston, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, magna cum laude; James Stephen Huntsman, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Michael William Jewett, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Scott Patrick Langdon, Bachelor of Music; Kiaya Marie LeTexier, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science; Kiaya Marie LeTexier, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Ian David Norgaard, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Tyler Chase Peters, Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Criminology, cum laude; Mark Summerhays Pitcher, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, magna cum laude; Keegan Eugene Punt, Bachelor of Arts in Humanities; Thomas John Rook, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, magna cum laude; Samantha Ann Ryen, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, magna cum laude; Shane Lewis Sniff, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Steffen William Stroup, Bachelor of Arts in Communication; Joshua Angel Talavera, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Breiannan K Way, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Joshua David Wood, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, cum laude; Cody Francis Yeik, Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Criminology, magna cum laude
Seabeck
Chase James Huntley, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Annie Danielle Lever, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration; Jared Byron Sell, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Silverdale
Simrandeep Kaur Aujla, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Benjamin Tzongtang Cheung, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science,cum laude; Ed Joseph Bondoc Deocampo, Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies; Ashley Erin Field, Bachelor of Arts in Education; Johanna Mae Pantig, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Taryn Chelsea Powers, Bachelor of Arts in Communication; Rebecca Sue Schletzbaum, Bachelor of Arts in Human Development; Luke Francis Vybiral, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
Nominate companies doing great things
Do you know of a corporation or business that helps its community in some way, such as by donating money or supplies, or providing volunteer help? Help give that company some much-deserved recognition by nominating it for Washington’s highest civics award.
The Office of Secretary of State is accepting nominations for a 2016 Corporations for Communities Award. The deadline to nominate a company is Aug. 31.
Nomination forms can be found at www.sos.wa.gov/corps/corpsforcommunities.
Secretary of State Kim Wyman says the CFC program allows the public to recognize deserving businesses that help their communities.
“Washington is blessed to have many companies that make a difference by giving back in various ways,” Wyman said. “Corporations for Communities offers people a chance to nominate companies that contribute, so I encourage the public to take a moment to make a nomination.”
Wyman will choose at least one large and one small company from among the nominations. (Companies with more than 100 employees are considered a large company, while those with 100 or fewer employees are considered a small.) Her selections will receive a National Association of Secretaries of State Medallion, the highest civics honor that the state awards. Winners for this year’s award will be announced in late September, and the awards ceremony will take place later in the fall in Wyman’s office.
Anyone is able to nominate businesses for the Corporations for Communities Award. Any sized for-profit corporation, limited liability company (LLC), or limited partnership is eligible for the award. Nominees need to be registered with the Office of Secretary of State and must be in compliance with state and federal laws.
The Corporations for Communities program began as a way to recognize exceptional Washington businesses that demonstrate a commitment to giving in order to improve local or regional social and environmental conditions. The award program is run by the Corporations & Charities Division,.
For more information about the Corporations for Communities program, contact program coordinator Patrick Reed at 360-725-0358 or patrick.reed@sos.wa.gov.
Financial advisor hosts coffee club
John L. Moroney, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, will host a coffee club at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 2416 NW Myhre Road Suite 102, Silverdale.
“The coffee club offers us an opportunity to learn from one another and receive market updates,” Moroney said. “I look forward to keeping individual investors informed about the current market and economy, as well as have fun and get to know some of my neighbors.”
Seating may be limited. To reserve a seat, call Teresa at 360-692-1216.
Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 company, provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work.
The firm’s 14,000-plus financial advisors work directly with nearly 7 million clients. Edward Jones, which ranked No. 10 on Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2016, is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones website is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is www.careers.edwardjones.com.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony set for July 22
SILVERDALE — Be one of the first people to cross the new Bucklin Hill Bridge after a ceremonial ribbon cutting set for 10 a.m. July 22 on the east end of the Silverdale bridge.
The bridge opens to traffic by the end of the day.
For more information, visit www.bucklinhill.com or call 360-337-5777.
Getting started with Android devices
From 1-2 p.m. Wednesdays and Sundays at 11199 Pacific Crest Place NW, Silverdale, an introductory Android class will be held. The classes will help users develop a general understanding of their device. Topics may include placing and receiving phone calls, sending text messages, adding and updating contacts, connecting to Bluetooth devices, utilizing the camera and connecting your device to a Wi-Fi network. Reserve a seat by calling 360-692-3057. For more information, visit www.vz.to/29soizE.
Vino and Vinyasa with Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run of West Sound is partnering with Viva Flow Yoga to offer a 90-minute, all-level yoga class, followed by a 90-minute wine tasting to cap off the evening. The class is 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 at Viva Flow Yoga in downtown Bremerton. The class is $45; all proceeds go to Girls on the Run of West Sound. Pre-registration is required, and attendees must be at least 21 years old. Learn more or register at bit.ly/28ZlKow.
Peace Lutheran VBS camp starts July 25
Join Peace Lutheran Church for its 2016 Vacation Bible School camp, 9 a.m. to noon July 25-29, 1234 Riddell Road, Bremerton. Open to children ages 3 through incoming fifth-graders. The theme is Barnyard Roundup; children will learn Psalm 23 through memory verses, songs and activities. The cost is $15 per child, or $25 for a multiple-children family. Learn more at peacelutherannw.org/vbs, or contact vbs@peacelutheran nw.org or 360-377-6253.
Alzheimer’s Assocation memory loss seminar
From 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1, in Silverdale, the Alzheimer’s Association is offering an early-stage memory loss seminar. The seminar provides education for those living with mild memory loss. Topics will include basics of dementia, strategies for coping and help planning the next steps. Learn from the experiences of others who understand your situation. Pre-registration is required. For more information, contact Katherine Painter at 206-529-3868.
Barnyard Roundup vacation bible school
From 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 1-5, at Evergreen Lutheran Church, 3200 Seabeck Holly Road. Psalm 23 will be taught through memory verses, songs and activities. There may be some special barnyard guests of the four-legged variety! Open to children in preschool (3 years old and potty trained) to seventh graders. Walk-ins welcome, but registration preferred by July 29. Register at www.vbsmate.com/events/EvergreenVBS/4930. For more information, visit www.seabec klutheran.com.
Patron Appreciation Day set for Aug. 16
The Downtown Bremerton Friends of the Library is hosting a patron appreciation day from 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at 612 Fifth St., Bremerton. This event is a thank you to those who use the downtown Bremerton library. Refreshments provided. Books will be for sale in the Book Keep for $5 a bag or half price.
Eighth annual Kitsap Wine Festival set for Aug. 13 in Bremerton
BREMERTON – The eighth annual Kitsap Wine Festival at Harborside Fountain Park returns with a celebration of food, wine and community from 2-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13.
Tickets are $45 through July 31; $55, Aug. 1-12; $65 at the door, Aug. 13.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.kitsapwinefe stival.com or onsite at Kitsap Conference Center and Harrison Medical Center Foundation.
