ARTS & CRAFTS

CALL FOR ARTISTS: North Kitsap Eagles No. 3586 Auxiliary seeking artists for Christmas bazaar Nov. 11. Deadline to reserve tables Nov. 1. Call (360) 271-4335.

TEXTILE SHOW AND SALE: Hand-woven works by the Cojolya Association of Maya Women for sale 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 14 and noon to 6 p.m. Oct. 15, Bainbridge Island Senior Center, Waterfront Park, Bainbridge Island. Sales benefit this organization which seeks to provide a sustainable income for Guatemalan weavers.

QUILTING NIGHT OUT: “Women’s Night Out: It’s All About Quilting,” 6-9 p.m. Oct. 12, Manchester Library, 8067 E. Main St., Manchester. Features quilting author Nancy Martin and storyteller Debbie Dimitre on quilting history. Reservations required, (360) 871-3921.

BAZAAR VENDORS: Central Kitsap PTSA Council seeking art, craft and commercial vendors for annual winter bazaar Nov. 18. For an application call (360) 692-5749 or e-mail mjones100@wavecable.com.

LEGO ROBOTICS: Lego League forming on Bainbridge Island, led by retired engineer and robotic enthusiast Jim Vaughan. Open to youth ages 9-14. Meets 1-4 p.m. most Saturdays at Battle Point Park Observatory, Bainbridge Island. Free. Call to check meeting time (206) 855-9101.

ART CLASSES: Adult drawing and painting classes 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, children’s classes 11 a.m. Saturdays, $15 per session. Figure drawing noon to 2 p.m. Thursdays. All classes Manchester Art Gallery, 8075 E. Main St., Manchester. Information (360) 551-9144 or pnuchims@aol.com.

PORT GAMBLE ANTIQUE MARKET: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, Rainier Avenue, Port Gamble.

ART LEAGUE: The Poulsbo Art League meets weekly, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Vinland Lutheran Church, 2750 NW Finn Hill Rd., Poulsbo. All artists welcome to join, bring project to work on.

POTTERS MEET: The Clay People, West Sound studio potters, meet second Tuesday of each month in members’ studios. Guests welcome. For information on meeting time and place call Jeanette Harris (360) 697-4719.

AUDITIONS

SINGERS SOUGHT: The Kitsap Pines Chorus of Sweet Adelines is seeking women of all ages to join them in barbershop-style singing, 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday, First Baptist Church of Bremerton fellowship hall, 1410 Ohio Ave., Bremerton. Information at www.kitsappines.org.

CAPPELLA CHOIRS AUDITIONS: Cappella Choirs in Port Orchard seeking youth grades 3-12 for after-school choir programs. Also tour choir auditions for youth in grades 6-12. For information or to schedule an audition call (360) 895-3200.

COMMUNITY SINGERS: Anyone who loves to sing is invited to join the Community Singers. No experience necessary, well-known songs. Group performs at long-term care facilities and others as requested. Information (206) 842-9790.

DANCE

FRIDAY 13 GALA: Performing Arts Troupe of Just for Kicks dance studio in Port Orchard hosts Black Cat Gala, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Admiral Theatre, 515 Pacific Ave., Bremerton. Semi-formal includes singing, dancing, bands and comedic theater, plus dessert buffet and auction. Tickets and reservations at (360) 871-3333.

SECOND SATURDAY: Second Saturday Dance, 8-11 p.m. Oct. 14, Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Rd., Bainbridge Island. Four count swing workshop 8-8:30 p.m., $15 adults, $10 teens, includes dance. Dance only $12 adults, $10 teens. Information e-mail sheila@educatedfeet.net.

LINE DANCERS: Kitsap Kickers Line Dance Club meets every Friday and Sunday, 9161 Washington Ave. NW, Silverdale. Fridays: beginners 6-7:30 p.m., $2; advanced 7-9:30 p.m., $4; Sundays: beginners 5-6:30 p.m., $2; advanced 6-8:30 p.m., $4. Information: (360) 697-6753.

MONDAY FOLK DANCING: Scandinavian dance lessons Monday evenings, ongoing at Poulsbo Sons of Norway, 18891 Front St. NE, Poulsbo. Live music every third Monday of month. Information at (360) 779-2460.

LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE: Paws and Taws Square Dance Club hosts weekly lessons 7:30 p.m. every Monday at Kitsap Square Dance Center, 6800 W Belfair Valley Rd., Bremerton. First night free, then $3 per lesson. Information at (360) 692-9335.

GALLERIES &

EXHIBITIONS

FINN ART: See page 13.

BAINBRIDGE ARTS AND CRAFTS: October show at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, 151 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, is “Intersections: Contemporary Work by Japanese American Artists.”

GALLERY FRAGA: October show at Gallery Fraga, 166 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, is artists Bill Baran-Mickle and Michael Pontieri.

ROBY KING: October show at Roby King Galleries, 176 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island is the annual Printmaking Show, with works by Lyn Brofsky, Stephen MacFarlane, Wendy Orville, Jim Meyer, Patty Rogers and David Smith-Harrison.

VERKSTED GALLERY: October show at Verksted Gallery, 18937 Front St., Poulsbo, is “CAT-itudes” plus Karen Lyman, Barbara Weingart, Eileen Sorg and Laura Mosley. Month-long cat photo and drawing contests, visit the gallery for details.

CHECKERS ESPRESSO & GALLERY: October artist at Checkers Espresso & Gallery is Barbara Wilson with oils and mural samples.

NW DESIGN CENTER: Artist Gwen Guidici showing “For the Beauty of the Earth” at NW Design Center and Furniture Gallery, 188850 SR 305, Poulsbo through October.

KINGSTON ART GALLERY: October artists at Kingston Art Gallery, SR 101 and West Kingston Rd., are fiber artist Lynne Hollister and painter Winifred Rich. Second Saturday Gallery Night is 6-8 p.m. Oct. 14.

AMERICAN MARINE BANK: Showing through Feb. 2007 at the American Marine Bank, Silverdale, are Denise Mahoney, Amanda Davidson, Kelli Breeton-Fairall, Libby Sullivan, Maggie Huft and Evy Halvorsen.

COLLECTIVE VISIONS: October show at Collective Visions Art Gallery, 331 Pacific Ave., Bremerton, is “Triangle Suite,” with printmaking embossments, fabric and acrylic works by Bernice Walsh.

METROPOLIS, THE GALLERY: October show at Metropolis, the Gallery, 318 Callow, Bremerton, is “The Dead Never Die,” in honor of Dia de los Muertos, with works by variety of local artists.

CLOCKS HELD OVER: Kitsap County Historical Society Museum exhibit “Changing Times — Kitsap Clocks” held over through Oct. 31 at the museum, 280 Fourth St., Bremerton.

MANCHESTER GALLERY: Artist through Oct. 13 at Manchester Gallery, 8075 E. Main St., Manchester, is Dee Molenaar.

SIDNEY ART GALLERY: October show at Sidney Art Gallery, 202 Sidney Ave., Port Orchard, is work by members of the South Kitsap Artists Association.

LITERARY

SPANISH STORYTIMES: Elsa Quintanilla Trail leads storytimes in Spanish, 7-7:30 p.m. Oct. 16 and 23, Port Orchard Library, 87 Sidney Ave., Port Orchard.

BOOK SALE: Friends of the Bainbridge Library host book sale 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 14, Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island.

TEACH YOUNG READERS: Bainbridge Island Library hosts four-part class for parents of pre-K through first grade children to teach parents how to help kids learn to read, 9:30-11 a.m. beginning Oct. 17. Pre-registration required, limit 15 participants. Call (206) 842-4162.

SEEKING SASQUATCH: Area Bigfoot experts discuss evidence of his existence in local forests, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17, Port Orchard Library, 87 Sidney Ave., Port Orchard. Geared to teens and adults.

LIBERTY BAY BOOK GROUPS:

• JOY LUCK: 11 a.m. First Friday monthly.

• DAYTIME: 10 a.m. second Tuesday monthly.

• NONFICTION: 10 a.m. during third week monthly, call bookstore for date (360) 779-5909.

• EVENING: 7 p.m. third Wednesday, call for current meeting information.

• MYSTERY: 10 a.m. fourth Thursdays.

All groups meet at Liberty Bay Books, 18881-D Front St., Poulsbo. For information call (360) 779-5909.

FIELD’S END WRITING CLASSES: Field’s End is registering now for fall writing classes. Adult classes are “Writing Historical Fiction,” with Kathleen Alcala; “Your Nonfiction Book Project,” with Shiela Rabe; and “The Art of the Short” with Matt Briggs. A class for high school students considering college is “Who I Am: Writing the Personal Essay for College Applicants,” led by Susan Wiggs. For information on times, cost and to register visit www.fieldsend.org. Registration forms are also available at the Bainbridge Public Library.

SILVERDALE BOOK SALE: Silverdale Friends of the Library used book sale every Tuesday during business hours at Silverdale Library, 3450 NE Carlton.

SILVERDALE WRITING GROUP: Unstructured writing group, 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesday, 1:30 p.m. Fridays, Barnes and Noble café, 3108 NW Randall Way, Silverdale. All writers welcome.

WRITERS’ CRITIQUE GROUP: Share work with other writers, 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Barnes and Noble café, 3108 NW Randall Way, Silverdale.

MUSIC

PEGASUS MUSIC: Bryan Dever and Patrick Hodge, Oct. 12; Ian Turner and Friends, Oct. 13; Kathe Davis, Oct. 14. All shows 7:30 p.m., Pegasus Coffee House, 131 Parfitt Way. Sponsored by Music Community Resources, suggested donation for the artists $5. Open mic 7 p.m. every Sunday, music and more.

TEEN CONCERTS RETURN: 2006 season of Zeitgeist concerts begins 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14 at Island Music Guild Hall, 10598 Valley Rd., Bainbridge Island, with bands Speaker Speaker, Soundproof Highway and Uncus. All ages, admission $5 at the door.

SEABOLD SECOND: Seabold Second Saturday concert features Rachel Harrington Oct. 14, Seabold Hall, Komedal Rd., Bainbridge Island. Open mic signup 6:30-7 p.m., open mic 7:30-9 p.m., main act follows. Musicians and children are free, all others $5.

MUSICAL MOMENTS: Bainbridge musicians present classical concert 3 p.m. Oct. 15, Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church, Bainbridge Island, to benefit Bainbridge Music and Arts scholarship program. Tickets $15, available at Winslow Drugs and from BMA members. Call (206) 842-2897.

HARP LESSONS: Harper Philip Boulding conducts five-week School of Magical Strings beginning Oct. 16 at the Bouldings studio in Olalla. Fee is $150 plus $10 registration fee. Boulding Harps available for rent, purchase or rent-to-buy. Information at info@magicalstrings.com or www.magicalstrings.com.

PARENT-CHILD MUSIC CLASSES: Music and movement classes for ages newborn-5 with adult Mondays and Saturdays, Cappella Choirs Music Center, Port Orchard. Cost varies. Information (360) 895-3200.

ONGOING AT IMG: Island Music Guild, 10598 Valley Rd., Bainbridge Island hosts the following ongoing events:

• Drumming workshop led by Ian Turner, 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, $10 adults, $5 children.

• Composers Club, 7-9 p.m. third Tuesdays, led by Bruce Galloway. Chance to work on compositions with fellow composers.

• “Lollygag,” informal music discussion group led by IMG Pres. Dave Bristow, noon to 2 p.m. every Thursday.

• Old Time Fiddle Tune Jam, 7-9:30 p.m. third Thursdays, $5.

• Jazz Ensemble Workshop, 7:30-9:30 p.m., $5 donation, second and fourth Thursdays.

• Teen open mic night, 7 p.m. second Fridays.

• Zeitgeist Teen Dance Series, 6:30-9:45 p.m. second Saturdays, featuring local bands.For information on any events call IMG at (206) 780-6911.

COMMUNITY SINGERS: Anyone who loves to sing is invited to join the Community Singers. No experience necessary, well-known songs. Group performs at long-term care facilities and others as requested. Information (206) 842-9790.

WHISKEY CREEK STEAKHOUSE: Dixieland jazz first Tuesday 5 p.m. monthly; varous artists seven nights a week, 5 p.m.; Trumpet by Yvonne, 5 p.m. Wednesdays. Whiskey Creek Steakhouse, 1918 Washington St., Keyport. (360) 779-3481.

MAIN STREET ALEHOUSE: Open mic Thursdays and Sundays with Liam, 7:30 p.m., no cover, 21 and over. Main Street Alehouse, Kingston.

Old Town PUB: Open mic 9 p.m. Mondays, karaoke 9 p.m. Tuesdays, guitarist Randy Kimball Wednesdays, DJ Thursdays, live music Fridays and Saturdays. (360) 692-9132, 3473 Byron St., Silverdale.

NATURE & OUTDOORS

CORN MAZE: Pheasant Fields Farm corn maze now open, noon to 6 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. Farm is located at 13274 Clear Creek Rd. NW, Silverdale. Information at www.pheasantfields.com.

ORGANIC YARD CARE: Non-profit group Natural Landscapes Project available for on site “Backyard Socials” to explain and encourage organic, pesticide-free yard care. To arrange a presentation call Bobbie at (206) 842-4815.

WILDLIFE VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT: Island Wildlife Shelter on Bainbridge Island seeking volunteers for variety of duties involved with saving wildlife, from maintenance to office work and fundraising. Information (360) 297-8397.

PENINSULA WILDERNESS CLUB: Variety of outdoor activities. Upcoming summer outings include hikes to Enchanted Valley, Hayden Pass; Mt. Rainier climb. Meets second Monday monthly 7 p.m., Kitsap Unitarian bldg., 4418 Perry Ave., East Bremerton Visitors welcome. Information: www.pwckitsap.org

THEATER

‘ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW’: Olympic Cinema, 1520 NE Riddell Rd., Bremerton, hosts two live performances of “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” 11:30 p.m. Oct. 13 and 27. Interactive screening features performance by the Sadistic Creatures shadow cast, who will act out the movie on stage in front of the actual movie. Audience members encouraged to dress as favorite “Rocky” character. Tickets $6.50, available at the theater box office.

‘SHIRLEY VALENTINE’ ENDS: Jewel Box Theatre production of “Shirley Valentine” ends Oct. 14 at the theater, 225 Iverson St., Poulsbo. Showtimes 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets $14 adults, $12 seniors, students, active military and dependents, available at Liberty Bay Books in Poulsbo, Kitsap Mall information desk, Silverdale and by phone at (360) 779-9688.

‘BURIED CHILD’ ENDS: Changing Scene Theatre Northwest production of “Buried Child” ends Oct. 14. Showtimes 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m Sunday. Tickets $12 adults, $10 seniors, students and military with ID, available at (360) 792-8601.

The theater is located in the West Sound Business Park, 5889 SR 303 NE, behind the Oroweat Bakery Outlet in East Bremerton.

‘PIPPIN’ CONTINUES: Western Washington Center for the Arts production of the musical “Pippin” plays weekends through Oct. 22 at the WWCA theater, 521 Bay St., Port Orchard. Showtimes 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 5 p.m Sundays.

Tickets $15 adults, $12 seniors, $10 youth and active duty military, available at (360) 769-7469.

WWCA SEEKS VOLUNTEERS: Western Washington Center for the Arts theater in Port Orchard seeking volunteers for house manager, concession sales, lighting and ushers. For information on applying call (360) 769-7469.

JEWEL BOX SEEKS VOLUNTEERS: Jewel Box Theatre, Poulsbo, seeking front of house and behind the scenes volunteers. Orientation every 3rd Saturday of the month at 2p.m. or 3rd Wednesday at 7p.m. Information at (360) 779-9688 or jewelboxpoulsbo@hotmail.com.

BPA VOLUNTEERS: Bainbridge Performing Arts seeking volunteers for wide variety of jobs, from stagecraft and lighting to concessions and fundraising. Contact Tim Davidson at (206) 842-8578.

FARMERS’ MARKETS

BAINBRIDGE: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, Town Square at City Hall Park on Madison Ave. N; 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Waterfront Park on Brien Ave.

BREMERTON: 4-8 p.m. Thursdays, Seaside Church parking lot, across from Evergreen Park on Park Street.

POULSBO: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, Poulsbo Village Medical/Dental lot, Seventh Avenue and Iverson Street. Chef John Nesby demonstrates fall harvest soups and vegetables, 10:30 a.m. and noon Oct. 14. Also, kids decorate and take home free pumpkin.

KINGSTON: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Mike Wallace Marina Park. Last day of season Oct. 14.

PORT GAMBLE: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, Puget Way near tennis courts.

PORT ORCHARD: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Waterfront Marina.

SILVERDALE: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays, Silverdale Beach Hotel parking lot on Bucklin Hill Road (formerly the Red Lion).

PUMPKIN PATCHES

All open through Oct. 31

Suyematsu and Bainbridge Island Farm: 9229 Day Rd. E, Bainbridge Island. Open 1-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Corn maze: $5. Hay bale maze: $1, free tractor rides on weekends. Call (206) 842-1429.

Scandia Valley Farm: 16624 Scandia Rd., Poulsbo. Open 3-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday. Weekdays by appointment. Farm tour and corn maze: $8 adults, $6 children 12 and under, price includes u-pick pumpkin. Corn maze only: $5 adults, $4 children. Farm tour only: $6 adults, $5 children. Also offering food, live music, farm produce. Info: (360) 779-3353, www.scandiavalleyfarm.com.

Pheasant Fields Farm: 13274 Clear Creek Rd. NW, Silverdale.Open Monday-Sunday noon-6 p.m. Corn maze and farm tour: $5 adults, $3 under age 15. Special events: No Ghoul, No Gore, No Scare, 6 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14, $7 ages 15 and up, $5 under 15, toddlers free.

Tales for the Deep Dark Woods: 7 p.m. Oct. 13, $7, under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring flashlight, dress warmly.

Wild Woods: 7-9:30 p.m. Oct. 20-21, 27-28, $7.50 ages 15 and up, $5 under 15, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Advance tickets recommended for all events, (360) 697-6224. www.pheasantfields.com.

Minder Farm Corn Maze: 1000 Glud’s Pond Rd. NE, Bremerton. Open Wednesday-Friday 4 p.m. to dusk, Saturday 10 a.m. to dusk, Sunday noon to 6 p.m. Corn maze: $7 adults, $5 age 5-17, 4 and under free. Group rates available. (360) 479-0880, www.mazeplay.com.

MISC.

IRAQ FILM: Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Second Friday Film Series presents “Iraq For Sale,” by director Robert Greenwald, 6:45 p.m. Oct. 13, Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship hall, 4418 Perry Ave., Bremerton. Free, discussion follows film, free childcare on site. Film looks at “the connection between private corporations making a killing in Iraq and the decision makers who allow them to do so.”

WOMEN’S RETREAT: IslandWood hosts Circle of Friends weekend retreat for women only, Oct. 14 and 15 at IslandWood on Bainbridge Island. Variety of workshops celebrating creative expression, led by artists and writers. Fee $295 includes lodging, meals, three workshops. Register at (206) 855-4370.

BIRD SHOTS: The f:67 Camera Club hosts night of bird photos from North American and abroad, 7 p.m. Oct. 16, Sheridan Park Community Center, Lebo and Claire boulevards, East Bremerton.

HISTORICAL CALENDARS: Kitsap County Historical Society 2007 calendar “A Step Back in Time” now on sale at the museum, 280 Fourth St., Bremerton and other locations throughout Kitsap County.

TASMANIA FILM: John Biestman presents “Tasmania, Australia’s Amazing Land,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18, Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave., N, Bainbridge Island.

ARTISTS’ ROUNDTABLE: Bainbridge Island Arts and Humanities hosts discussion “Going Digital: A Public Artists’ Roundtable Discussion,” 7 p.m. Oct. 18, Bainbridge Senior Center, 402 Brien Way, Bainbridge Island. Variety of topics related to digital use of art. Free, reserve seat at (206) 842-7901 or email pub-art@artshum.org.

EAT YOUR WAY: Kitsap County Historical Society “Eat Your Way Through Kitsap County History” fundraiser continues with a tour of the Barner House in Bremerton, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 19. Includes lunch made by Olympic College culinary students. Cost $25. Reserve at (360) 479-6226.

LITERACY COUNCIL MEETS: Literacy Council of Kitsap Board of Directors annual meeting 5:30 p.m. Oct. 18, Council office, 616 Fifth Ave., Bremerton. Public welcome. Meeting includes overview of last program year, discussion of current programs and plans.

ADOPTION GROUP: Kitsap Adoption Group hosts Adoption Chat, 9-11 a.m. fourth Saturday monthly, Barnes & Noble, 3108 NW Randall Way, Silverdale.

GAME NIGHT: Tuesday game nights at The Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse, 19003 Front St., Poulsbo. Variety of board games, 5-9 p.m., $2 minimum snack or beverage purchase.

Business Connections of North Kitsap: meets first and third Thursdays, 11:32 a.m. to 12:47 p.m. at Magnolia Cafe, Poulsbo. For information and to register call Maria Marsala, chairperson at (360) 598-3880 or email mp@coachmaria.com

Stroke Support Group: The Stroke Support Group meets every second Thursday of the month from 1-2 p.m. at the Harlow Medical Building at Harrison Silverdale Hospital, 1780 NW Myhre Road, in the Iris Room.The group is open to stroke survivors, caregivers, families of survivors and the public. For more information contact Peggy or Rosemarie at the hospital, (360) 337-8980.

AL-ANON/ALATEEN: If you are affected by alcoholism, hope and help is available. Al-Anon is for adult family members. Alateen is for teenagers and relatives of alcoholics. Meetings in Kitsap and Mason counties. Schedule: 1-800-344-2666, local meetings 1-866-452-6973 or www.AlAnon.org

KITSAP GEM AND MINERAL: Anyone interested in rockhounding or the lapidary arts can join the Kitsap Gem and Mineral Club, which meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month at Chico Alliance Church.

TOASTMASTERS: Public speaking and leadership skills are learned at Toastmasters meetings. Everyone welcome. Information: Port Orchard, (360) 895-8519, Silverdale (360) 830-5834 or Poulsbo, (360) 297-2845.

NEW SIGN LANGUAGE GROUP: Members of the deaf community, interpreters and sign students interested in gathering on an informal basis on Bainbridge or elsewhere in Kitsap can call Laura at (206) 855-8027.

WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SUPPORT: The Bremerton Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Jackson Park Community Service Center. Information: Laura, (360) 782-1274.

WOMEN’S ISSUES: The YWCA hosts a woman’s support group focusing on healing from the effects of physical and/or emotional abuse in relationships 1-2:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays in Poulsbo, and 7-8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays on Bainbridge Island. Information: (206) 780-2031 or (360) 551-3140.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT: A representative from the Area Agency on Aging talks about exploring the role of caregiver and available community supports the second Thursday of each month at the Group Health Cooperative clinic at 10452 Silverdale Way; and the third Thursday of each month in the Port Orchard classroom at 1400 Pottery Ave. Information: (360) 377-5511.

SINGLES CLUB: The Bremerton B&P Singles Club invites all adult singles to join them at activities, dances and socials each month. Information: (360) 698-5993 or (360) 479-0317.

NK EAGLES EVENTS: North Kitsap Eagles #3686 at 4230 Lincoln Road, Poulsbo hosts the following events: dinner 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, $5; breakfasts 9 a.m. to noon Sundays, $5; dances 7-10 p.m. Sundays, donation at the door. Information: (360) 779-7272.

ALZHEIMER’S GROUP: A new group forming in Poulsbo offers people experiencing symptoms of progressive memory loss a chance to meet others coping with the same problems. Admission is free, but pre-registration required by calling Patricia Hunter at the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-848-7097.

MENS GROUP: Men gather to share stories and offer support at meetings of the Mens Group at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Information: (360) 697-1036.

INTRO COMPUTER SKILLS CLASS: The Literacy Council of Kitsap offers free classes on introductory computer skills from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Fridays in Poulsbo. Materials are $7.

SILVERTONGUE TOASTMASTERS: Silverdale Silvertongue Toastmasters meets to improve communication/speaking skills on Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at the Silverdale Hotel. Information: 360-638-2313.

SENIOR CLASSES: Bremerton Parks and Recreation hosts classes for seniors ages 55 and older at the Bremerton Senior Center, 1140 Nipsic, Bremerton. The rubber stamp class meets from noon to 2 p.m. Thursdays, with no charge. Exercise classes feature stretch and tone classes from 8-8:45 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and low-impact aerobics from 9-10 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The cost is $1 a class, or purchase a punchcard for 12 classes for $10. Information: (360) 478-5357.

GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS: People with gambling problems in their families are invited to attend meetings of Gam-Anon at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the North Kitsap Baptist Church, 20516 Little Valley Road N.E., Poulsbo. The group’s purpose is to learn acceptance and understanding of the gaming illness; to give the appropriate aid to the gambler; and, upon recovery, then to give assistance to those who suffer. Information: (360) 297-7111 or (360) 457-8715.

HUMAN RIGHTS: The Kitsap Human Rights Network has a new meeting date and place. The group now gathers at 6 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month at the new conference center at the Kitsap Fairgrounds, 1195 Fairgrounds Road, East Bremerton.