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ARTS & CRAFTS CALL FOR ARTISTS: Metropolis, the Gallery in Bremerton seeking “Day of the Dead” art work for October Dia de los Muertos show. Information at (360) 373-4709....

ARTS & CRAFTS

CALL FOR ARTISTS: Metropolis, the Gallery in Bremerton seeking “Day of the Dead” art work for October Dia de los Muertos show. Information at (360) 373-4709.

SEEKING CO-OP ARTISTS: Kingston Art Gallery accepting ongoing applications from artists who wish to be juried, with the potential for becoming gallery artists in the cooperative. Applications available at the gallery in Kingston. Further information at (360) 297-2213.

WEEKLY ARTISTS’ MARKET: Artist’s market 2-8:30 p.m. every Friday, Oil and Water Art Supply, 382 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. No charge for artists to participate. Musicians welcome too.

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.

BAINBRIDGE ARTISTS’ MARKET: Weekly Artists’ Market 4-8:30 p.m. First Fridays through September, Oil & Water Art Supply, 382 Madison Ave., N, Bainbridge Island. To participate call (206) 842-0477.

AUDITIONS

BAINBRIDGE ORCHESTRA AUDITION: Bainbridge Performing Arts’ Classical Music Program auditioning musicians for Bainbridge Orchestra Sept. 13. Particularly seeking string, bassoon and brass players. Call for appointment, (206) 697-1249.

BREMERTON YOUTH SYMPHONY: Bremerton Youth Symphony auditioning for 2006-2007 season by appointment Sept. 15 at Olympic College, Bremerton. Need at least one year orchestral experience, or two years experience if younger than seventh grade. For appointment call (360) 373-1722.

‘BEAUTY AND BEAST’ AUDITIONS: CSTOCK auditioning for Nov. production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” Sept. 16-17 at the theater, seeking actors age 14 and up. For information contact the director, Gary Spees by e-mail at gary2967@msn.com or visit www.cstock.org.

‘AMAHL’ AUDITIONS: Ovation! Musical Theatre Bainbridge auditioning for “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 17, Bainbridge Commons. Casting and audition information at (206) 842-0472.

‘CHRISTMAS CAROL’ AUDITIONS: Roving Players auditioning for “A Christmas Carol in Kingston (The Panto),” 6-8 p.m. Sept. 17 and 7-9 p.m. Sept. 18, at Roving Players rehearsal facility, Highland Road, across from Wolfle Elementary School, Kingston. Need 17 men and women, one boy and two girls. Information (360) 697-8422.

CAPPELLA CHOIRS: Cappella Choirs in Port Orchard auditioning children and teens who wish to join afterschool choir programs and the tour choir. To schedule an audition call (360) 895-3200. Upcoming season highlights include performing with an orchestra, singing at Benaroya Hall, recording a CD and planning for a trip to Europe in 2008.

LYRICA SINGERS WANTED: Lyrica, Ladies Choral Ensemble of Puget Sound, is auditioning through September for women age 18 and older who enjoy singing and would like to join the chorus. To schedule appointment call Director LeeAnne Campos at (253) 312-6074.

DANCE

SQUARE DANCE LESSONS: Kitsap Square Dance Club begins “round square dance” classes Sept. 19, in Bremerton. First class free, then $31.50 per person for session through Dec. 19. Register at (360) 373-1822.

BALLROOM CLASSES: Adult beginning and Intermediate ballroom dance classes begin Sept. 21 at Ridgetop Junior High, sponsored by Central Kitsap Community Schools, taught by Becky and Jerry Deeter. Information and registration at (360) 662-1638 or (360) 779-4686.

MONTHLY BALLROOM: USA Dance Kitsap Chapter hosts ballroom dances third Saturday monthly, 3045 Madrona Drive, Port Orchard. Next dance Sept. 15. cost $7 USA Dance members, $10 nonmembers. Information www.usadancekp.org.

SCANDINAVIAN FOLK: Ongoing Scandinavian folk dance classes 7-9 p.m. Mondays at Poulsbo Sons of Norway Lodge, 18891 Front St. NE, Poulsbo begin Sept. 11. Beginners welcome, no partner needed. Admission by donation.

GALLERIES &

EXHIBITIONS

DAUNTLESS BOOKSTORE: September artist at The Dauntless Bookstore, 4790 NE SR 104, Port Gamble, is collage artist Katie Walters.

BAINBRIDGE ARTS AND CRAFTS: September shows at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, 151 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, are “Silent Conversations,” with work by Jeffrey Brown and Kristin Tollefson and “Small Sculpture, Big Ideas,” with artists Larry Ahvakana, Brian Berman, Denise Harris, Tom Jay, Philip Levine, Gerry Newcomb and Amy Roberts.

GALLERY FRAGA: September show at Gallery Fraga, 166 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, is “Small Extremes,” by Richard Stine.

ROBY KING: September show at Roby King Galleries, 176 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island features gallery artists, with new artists Ilene Gienger-Stanfield and Robert Schlegel.

BAINBRIDGE MUSEUM: Bainbridge Island Historical Museum hosts photo exhibit “Then and Now on Bainbridge Island” through Sept. 30 at the museum, 215 Ericksen Ave., Bainbridge Island. Open 1-4 p.m. Wed.-Sun.

VERKSTED GALLERY: September artists at Verksted Gallery, 18937 Front St., Poulsbo, are decorative painting and soft sculpting artist Lillian Johnson and antler artist Jerry Lyman.

CHECKERS ESPRESSO & GALLERY: September artist at Checkers Espresso & Gallery is photographer Dina Satterwhite.

CASTLE HOUSE GALLERY: September show at Castle House Gallery, 23552 SR 3 NW, Poulsbo, is “Heartwood,” with wood sculptures by Bainbridge artist Gregory Glynn.

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: September show at Collective Visions Art Gallery, 331 Pacific Ave., Bremerton, is “Eavesdropping on the Universe,” encaustic and mixed media by Susan Sweetwater.

METROPOLIS, THE GALLERY: September show at Metropolis, the Gallery, 318 Callow, Bremerton, is “Images of Bremerton,” with works by variety of 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.

A BIG IDEA: September artist at A Big Idea, 724 Bay St., Port Orchard, is Dallas Fuller, colored pencil.

MANCHESTER GALLERY: Sept. 15-Oct. 13 artist at Manchester Gallery, 8075 E. Main St., Manchester, is Dee Molenaar. Reception 5-8 p.m. Sept. 15.

SIDNEY ART GALLERY: September artist at Sidney Art Gallery, 202 Sidney Ave., Port Orchard, is Douglas Michie, with nautical scenes.

LITERARY

EAGLE HARBOR READING: Whidbey Islander and former Seattle Times editor Steve Raymond presents “Nervous Water,” a collection of articles and essays on fly fishing, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14, Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island.

DAUNTLESS BOOKSTORE READING: Bainbridge Island author Bill Branley speaks on how to blog your way to a first draft, and signs copies of his book, “Sea Changes,” 1 p.m. Sept. 16, Dauntless Bookstore, 4790 NE SR 104, Port Gamble.

JEWEL BOX POETS: Jewel Box Poets Sunday Reading Series presents Terry Martin of Blue Begonia Press with Weathered Pages Poets, 3 p.m. Sept. 17, Jewel Box Theatre, 225 Iverson St., Poulsbo. Open mic follows readings. Information (360) 779-9688; www.jewelboxpoulsbo.org or email jewelboxpoets@comcast.net.

PIRATE DAY: Port Orchard Library celebrates “National Talk Like a Pirate Day” with stories, games and crafts for ages 6-10, 4:30 p.m. Sept. 19, Port Orchard Library, 87 Sidney Ave., Port Orchard.

WRITERS’ ROUNDTABLE: Author Kathleen Alcala discusses “How do we write meaningfully in the wake of disaster?” at the Field’s End Writers’ Roundtable, 7 p.m. Sept. 19, Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. Monthly Roundtables are free and open to writers of all skill levels and interests. Information at www.fieldsend.org or (206) 842-4162.

EN ESPANOL: Storytime in Spanish with Elsa Quintanilla Trail, 10:30 -11 a.m. Sept. 19, Bainbridge Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. For young children.

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

FOUR SHILLINGS SHORT: Celtic, folk and world music duo Four Shillings Short in concert 7 p.m. Sept. 15, Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Rd., Bainbridge Island. Admission $10 adults, $5 children, under 6 free. Duo blends influences from Ireland and India on a variety of instruments.

PEGASUS MUSIC: Local singer/songwriter Matt Price, Sept. 14; Seattle singer/songwriter Charlotte Thistle, Sept. 15; Seattle guitarist Steph Patton, Sept. 16. All shows 7:30 p.m., Pegasus Coffeehouse, 131 Parfitt Way, Bainbridge Island. Sponsored by Music Community Resources, suggested $5 donation. Open mic 7 p.m. every Sunday.

FARM MUSIC: Pheasant Fields Farm presents “Autumn Nights on the Farm” with music by Enomi Hawk and Raven, 7 p.m. Sept. 16 and 23. Tickets $7 ages 15 and up, $5 under 15, available at the farm, 13274 Clear Creek Rd. NW, Silverdale, or at (360) 697-6224. Discounted military family tickets available.

COMMUNITY CONCERT: Seabold United Methodist Church hosts folk/pop artist Juliet Wyvers in concert, 7 p.m. Sept. 16, The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. Tickets $20, available by phone at (206) 842-3622 or at the door.

REVITALIZATION CONCERT: Bremerton band MXPX presents concert 6 p.m. Sept. 16, Admiral Theatre, 515 Pacific Ave., Bremerton, in support of city’s downtown revitalization efforts. Also playing is Tysen, The Divorce and Ruxton Towers. Tickets $15, available at the box office or by phone at (360) 373-6743.

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.

NATURAL LANDSCAPING: Stillwaters Environmental Center presents class “Natural Landscapes,” 1 p.m. Sept. 17 at the center, 26059 Barber Cut Off Rd., Kingston. Cost $5-$10 donation. Information at www.stillwatersenvironmentalcenter.org.

NATURE WALK: Great Peninsula Conservancy hosts nature walk in Jarstad Park with arborist Jim Trainer Sept. 17. Register at (360) 373-3500.

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

SHIRLEY VALENTINE OPENS: Jewel Box Theatre presents one-woman show, “Shirley Valentine,” starring Kim Hart, opening 8 p.m. Sept. 15 at the theater, 225 Iverson, Poulsbo. Showtimes 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 14 plus 2 p.m. Oct. 1. Tickets $14 adults, $12 seniors, students, active military and dependents, available at Liberty Bay Books in Poulsbo, Kitsap Mall information desk, Silverdale.

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) 697-5553 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. Sept. 16 market features Great Zucchini Race at noon.

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.

KINGSTON: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Mike Wallace Marina Park.

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).

MISC.

PHOTO CLUB MEETS: Bainbridge Island Photo Club meets 6:45 p.m. Sept. 13, Bainbridge Commons, Bainbridge Island. Competition meeting. Special subject is “Macro” photography. Visitors welcome. Information at (206) 842 3604.

CHINA SLIDES: Artists Professional and Cultural Exchange Delegation to China present slide show and talk on their trip, 1 p.m. Sept. 15, Bainbridge Library meeting room, 1270 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. Free.

GENEALOGY FILM: Puget Sound Genealogical Society shows film, “Getting Started in Genealogy,” 1 p.m.Sept. 15, PSGS Research Library, 2501 SE Mile Hill Dr., Suite A102, Port Orchard. Free. Information (360) 874-8813.

GENEAOLOGY CLASS: Puget Sound Genealogical Society class “Beginning Genealogy,” 11 a.m. Sept. 16 at the PSGS Research Library, Port Orchard. Cost $10 members, $20 nonmembers. Information (360) 874-8813.

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: Puget Sound Genealogical Society workshop, “Creating Your Own Timeline,” with Barbara Chesley, 10 a.m. Sept. 18 at the PSGS Research Library, Port Orchard. Cost $10 members, $20 nonmembers. Information at (360) 874-8813.

CLASSIC FILM SERIES: Admiral Theatre Classic Film Series begins with “The Wizard of Oz,” 7 p.m. Sept. 15 at the theater, 515 Pacific Ave., Bremerton. Cost $7, tickets at the theater box office or by phone at (360) 373-6743.

CLEAR CREEK STORYTELLING: Preschoolers and their families invited to storytelling event, 11 a.m. Sept. 16 in the big red barn, Clear Creek Interpretive Center, Levin and Bucklin Hill Roads, Silverdale. Free.

RADIO FLYERS: Kitsap ARCS, radio-controlled model flying club, hosts annual air show, 10 a.m. Sept. 16. Field located on Sunnyside Road between Lake Flora and Old Clifton Road, Port Orchard. Free. Information or directions at (360) 876-9378.

KITSAP AIDS WALK: AIDS Walk Kitsap Sept. 17, Bremerton Boardwalk. Information at www.aidswalkkitsap.org. Funds raised help AIDS-affected people in Kitsap County.

PHOTO EVALUATION: f:67 Camera club evaluation of film and digitally produced prints 7 p.m. Sept. 18, Sheridan Park Community Center, 680 Lebo Blvd. E. Bremerton. Categories are General and Creative. Visitors welcome.

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.

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