Calendar, July 17

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE: The Gamblewood Community in Kingston is hosting its annual garage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 18. The Gamblewood Community is located off Highway 104 and Gamble Bay Road.

KITSAP POLIO SUPPORT: The Kitsap Polio Support Group will meet from 1-3 p.m. July 18 at the Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue Station 56, 6470 Seabeck Highway NW, Bremerton. Info: Bob or LouAnn Miller at (360) 692-1381.

NORTH KITSAP REPUBLICAN WOMEN: The North Kitsap Republican Women will host their monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m. July 21 at the Poulsbo Fire Station. Info: Brenda Petrick at (360) 871-2200.

CAMPS AND CLASSES FOR PRESCHOOLERS: Poulsbo Parks & Recreation has several upcoming camps and classes for 3-6- year-olds. For little scientists who are constantly asking why, Preschool Mad science is doing a three-day camp from 1:30-3 p.m. that will explore the world of water, magnets and mad mixtures. Camp cost is $55. Little gymnasts can attend mini gymnastics camp from 1:30-3:30, July 21-23, camp cost is $52. Also, the week of July 21-23 is Storybook cooking from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Cooking theme will be breakfast, lunch and dinner. All camps are held at the Poulsbo Parks and Recreation. Space is limited so register by July 18. Register at the Recreation Center, 19540 Front St, Poulsbo. Info: (360) 779-9898.

LAP BAND SUPPORT GROUP: Do you have a lap band or are thinking of getting one? Please join others to connect and support each other the third Monday of each month. Our next meeting will be from 6:30- 8 p.m. July 20 at Poulsbo Library Meeting Room on Main Level 700 Lincoln Road NE. Info: Susan Hancock at (360) 440-4799 or scrhancock@aol.com.

RUMMAGE SALE: Redeemer United Methodist Church hosts a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 17 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 18. The church is located at 9900 NE Shorty Campbell Road, Kingston. Info: Jacque Thorton at (360) 638-2644 and Pat Menge at (360) 297-3482.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY: The North Kitsap Friends of the Library hosts a book sale at the Poulsbo Library from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 18. All donations from the sale will benefit the Poulsbo Library. Info: www.krl.org and click on the “KRL Support” tab on the home page.

GOLF TOURNAMENT: The inaugural Kelly Nausid “Celebration of Life” benefit golf tournament and silent auction will take place July 24 at Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton. Funds raised benefit educational scholarships, animal rescue and the environment. For information, call Barbara Danford at (360) 779-4660.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Redeemer United Methodist Church in Kingston hosts a Vacation Bible School, called Camp E.D.G.E. (Experience and Discover God Everywhere), for kids of all ages. The program, from 6:30-9 p.m. July 27-31, includes interactive music, crafts, games and snacks. Nursery care is provided for children 2 years of age and younger. The church at the same time will offer an adult Bible study, led by Pastor Cal White. Camp E.D.G.E. and the adult program are free and open to the public. The church is located at 9900 NE Shorty Campbell Road, off Highway 104. Info: (360) 297-4847 or e-mail tamwrite@embarqmail.com.

ONGOING

FLAG CEREMONY: If you need to dispose of a flag, bring it to First Lutheran Church 18920 4th Ave. NE, Poulsbo any weekday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. First Lutheran’s Scout Troop 1591 has a flag depository at the church. The Troop will dispose of old and worn flags in the prescribed manor.

GRUPO AL-ANON DE POULSBO: El grupo de Poulsbo Al-anon hace juntas gratis para ayudar a las personas que tienen miembros de familia con problemas de drogas o de alcohol. Nos reunimos todos los martes de 7-8 p.m. en la Iglesia de St. Charles 20295 Little Valley Rd NE. Para más información llama a Maria (360) 697-3062

ALA-TEEN POULSBO GROUP: An effort is being made to form a group in the Poulsbo area, if you are interested in belonging or forming a group, please call Keshna at (360) 473-7549 or email at keshnade@yahoo.com

BRIDGE CLUB: The Indianola Beach Improvement Club has a new, weekly ACBL-sanctioned bridge club that meets Tuesdays at the Indianola Clubhouse. Coffee and refreshments provided. Cost is $3 per session and $4 for periodic charity games. Info: Gene Alberts at (360) 297-4040.

NK FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY: The NK Friends of the Library are looking for new members. The group supports the library by helping to provide some of the extras like summer reading programs and magazine subscriptions. It meets at 9:30 a.m. the first Monday of the month in the Community Room of the Library. Info: Carol Jones at (360) 779-3809.

CYCLE CLUB: West Sound Cycling Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Round Table Pizza in Silverdale. Information about the club and weekly public rides is on the Web site westsoundcycling.com.

DV RECOVERY: A class on domestic violence recovery for women is offered. Info: (866)262-9284.

ARTISTS’ LEAGUE: The Poulsbo Artists’ League meets from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Vinland Lutheran Church at 2750 NW Finn Hill Road. Info: Mike Clayton at (360) 930-8171.

FOLK DANCING: Classes are being held at the Sons of Norway lodge in Poulsbo on Monday nights, from 6-7 p.m. for adult beginners, 7-8 p.m. for continuing dancers. Info: call Fred at (206) 780-8036.

FISH PARK: The monthly work parties at Poulsbo’s Fish Park will be 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the third Saturday of the month. Info: (360) 779-9898.

LYME DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP: A support group for people with Lyme disease meets from 3-5 p.m. the first Saturday of every month on Bainbridge Island. Contact for meeting location and info: Barb (206) 842-5491.

POULSBO Al-ANON: Meets Wednesdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Anglican Church of St. Charles at 20295 Little Valley Rd. in Poulsbo. Contact: Dana C. at (360) 779-1900.

KINGSTON AL-ANON: Meets Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. in the Kingston Unity Church at 26011 Ohio Ave. N.E. Park in the back and come in through the kitchen.

KAFFE STUA: The Poulsbo Sons of Norway offers a Kaffe Stua luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays. It’s open to members and the public and features open-face sandwiches, soup, pickled herring, Scandinavian desserts, coffee and more. Cost is $9 per person.

OPTIMISTS CLUB: The North Kitsap Optimists Club meets at 5:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at the Poulsbo Inn.

MCS SUPPORT GROUP: The Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Support Group meets from 1-3 p.m. the last Monday of the month at the Poulsbo Library. Members suffer severe reactions to perfumes, cigarette smoke, car exhaust, dryer sheets, building materials, etc. At the meetings, members explore health-improving ideas, employment, housing, safe products and friendship. Info: (360) 697-6168.

LITTLE NORWAY TOASTMASTERS: The Little Norway Toastmasters Club meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month to practice public speaking and leadership skills. Everyone is welcome to attend. Info: contact@littlenorwaytm.com.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Kitsap County Schools are looking for tutors to help students in all grades in the areas of math, reading, science, history and social studies. Middle and elementary schools also need volunteers to read with students. Info: Jana at (360) 377-5511 or jbonny@lcsnw.org.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION: The Alzheimer’s Association provides free information and support group from 12:30-2:30 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at Group Health Cooperative, 10452 Silverdale Way, Silverdale. The groups are for care partners, family members and friends of individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Info: Cyd Wadlow at (360) 613-3537.

GNW TOASTMASTERS: The Great Nor-Westerns Toastmasters Club meets at noon the first and third Thursdays of each month to learn public speaking and leadership skills. Meetings are at the Design Center on State Route 305 in Poulsbo. Info: (360) 620-8037.

SCIENCE CENTER: The Poulsbo Marine Science Center on Front Street in Poulsbo is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Thursday through Sunday. Admission is free.

BINGO: The North Kitsap Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 3586 will host bingo at 12:30 p.m. every Sunday at the aerie, 4230 Lincoln Road. The public is welcome, and the snack bar will open at noon. Info: (360) 779-7272.

FOLK DANCING: The Poulsbo Sons of Norway will hosts folk dancing lessons at 18891 Front Street. Beginners are welcome, and it is not necessary to bring a partner. Info: Fred at (206) 780-8036 or Stan at (360) 779-2460.

POULSBO LIONS: The Poulsbo Noon Lions Club meets at noon on Thursdays at the First Lutheran Church social hall. It is recruiting new members. Info: visit www.poulsbolions.org.

DAUGHTERS OF NORWAY: The Nina Grieg Lodge No. 40 meets at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at The Sons of Norway, Poulsbo, 18891 Front Street. Info: Dorothy Walsh, (360) 779-5188.

ARTISTS INVITED: Kingston Art Gallery is inviting local artists to be juried to become possible showing partners with the cooperative. Applications available at the gallery. Info: (360) 297-5133.

HANSVILLE TOPS: The Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Chapter 1239 of Hansville meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Hansville Community Church. Newcomers are welcome.

AWANA: Children ages 3 years through sixth grade are invited to join the AWANA Clubs at Kingston Christian Church. The club times are from 6:30-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the church. Parents may stay or drop off registered children starting at 6:15 p.m. each night. Info: Ron Cody at (360) 297-6558 or the church office at (360) 297-2551.

AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP: The Kingston Al-Anon Family Group meets from 7-8 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kingston Unity Church, 26011 Ohio Ave. Info: Jenny at (360) 881-0115.

WALKING TOURS: The Poulsbo Historical Society is once again hosting walking tours of historic downtown Poulsbo. Info: (360) 440-7354 or info@poulsbohistory.org.

TEAM SURVIVOR: Team Survivor Northwest, a women’s cancer survivor walking group, meets from 10:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Port Gamble General Store. Info: www.tsnw-pt.org or Dr. Melanie McGrory at (360) 379-4767.

BUSINESS ALLIANCE: The Bayside Business Alliance, a group of business people from North Kitsap and Bainbridge Island, meets from 7:15-8:45 a.m. Wednesdays for networking, business education and fellowship. Info: Karen Cochrane at (360) 509-9199 or Lori Morgan at (206) 842-1255.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. Mondays at St. Olaf’s Catholic Church in Poulsbo. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. Info: Jane at (360) 297-4886.

CHOICE: The Choice support group meets at 7 p.m. every Wednesday in the west wing of Christ Memorial Church. Info: (360) 779-5515.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: The Gift Shop at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport is searching for weekday volunteers. Shifts are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m. Schedules are flexible each month. Base access not necessary. Store personnel receive a discount on all purchases. The museum is located at 1 Garnett Way, Keyport. Info: Call Daina, Naval Undersea Museum store manager, at (360) 697-1537/

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