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The Bainbridge Island Public Piano on-site at the Town & Country Market on Winslow Way. Tricia Corsetti courtesy photo

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‘Public piano’ in tune with BI experience

Years ago while traveling, Bruce White had a musical experience encountering a “public piano.”

John Ellis plays Trinculo and Gary Fetterplace is Stephano in "The Tempest." Bainbridge Performing Arts presents William Shakepeare's play June 22 through July 9 at the Bloedel Reserve. For tickets call 206-842-8569. BPA Courtesy Photo

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The Tempest

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Fathoms O’ Fun festival, parade set for June 24-25

We are in need of volunteers as many would like to retire

Fathoms O’ Fun chair Sharron King is ready for work as the 2023 Concerts by the Bay series begins. Elisha Meyer/Kitsap News Group

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King, the face of Fathoms, to step down after 34 years

It was 1989 when “new kid on the block” Sharron King, who had just moved to South Kitsap,…

Last year's float in its hometown parade. Sharron King Courtesy photo

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Fathoms O’ Fun Festival coming up

The activities of Fathoms O Fun are back in full swing, and the 54th annual Grand Parade is…

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Fathoms Royalty wins scholarships, important to festival

Growing up in the 1970’s, Fathoms O’ Fun Festival was a household name. The big weekend was the…

Sunny Holiday Courtesy Photo

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Songs take on new vibe with PMJ

It’s a pretty safe bet that the June 10 Admiral Theatre audience for Postmodern Jukebox will be seeing…

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Event celebrates Lynwood Theatre’s 87th year

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South Kitsap briefs

Date corrected

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Cooks get salmon ready for visitors.

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Manchester Salmon Bake set for Father’s Day

In the heart of Manchester, WA, a tradition has been kept alive for decades that has become a…

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Funeral for Walter Keys, Island Benefactor, Is at 1 Tomorrow

Originally published Thursday, April 11, 1957

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Song about Jewish conversion struggle

Iraqis in Pajamas, featuring Loolwa Khazzoom of Bainbridge Island, just released a new single, “The Convert’s Quest,” just…

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More volunteers can help keep things going at Village Green

There are new programs being added at Village Green Community Center all the time.

Green frog. Gary Nafis courtesy photos

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Pacific tree frogs like chameleons, can change color

Because Stillwaters has been tracking non-native Northern green frogs locally, we are often asked about another native frog…

Flower baskets go up every summer in Kingston.

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Rotarian golf tourney, hanging baskets just part of club

Each June the Kingston North Kitsap Rotary Club presents its annual golf tournament to raise money for community…

Sean Jensen reads to kids as part of Read Across America. NFKR courtesy photo

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Free safety event for all at Kitsap Fairgrounds

Join first responders from across Kitsap County for safety information, live demonstrations and touch-a-truck event June 3 from…

Mike Reed, center, at the Coho Derby. Kiwanis Courtesy Photo

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Reed Kiwanian of the year

Mike Reed was recently named 2023 Kiwanis Member of the Year.

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Kayakers paddle around Port Gamble.

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Port Gamble boasts outdoor adventure in summer

For many, a visit to Port Gamble is meant for leisure—relaxing and looking at views, eating and drinking,…

Walt Elliott courtesy cartoon

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WSF funds: Everything from electrification to ‘cultural issues’

Washington State Ferries received a nice boost in the most recent transportation budget passed by the legislature.

Al Phillips explains tank feature to visitors on a recent tour. Damon Williams/Kitsap News Group Photos

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‘Ancient Guide’ opens up BI property for tours

Can you tell the difference between a lady fern and a spiny wood fern? Do you know the…