Count the homeless
Volunteers are needed for the Point-in-Time count of the homeless Jan. 28-31.
Folks are needed to assist with surveys at Project Connect Resource Fairs across Kitsap County.
There are also opportunities at local food banks and meal sites where the homeless seek services. Training is provided. Bilingual volunteers are needed.
Data is used to help government entities decide where funding is needed to prevent homelessness.
Register by Jan. 17 at kcowa.us/PIT2025. Questions? Call 360-362-0404.
Artist 3rd
Local artist Dinah Satterwhite placed third at the CVG State Art Show in the Photography/Digital Art category.
There were over 600 entries, and 129 were selected for the final show now on display at Collective Visions Gallery in Bremerton.
The winning photo is for “Black Rock Sunset, Glacier,” which is a glass orb sitting on black rocks in the shallows of Lake McDonald just as the sun is setting. It was taken last September on a family trip to Glacier. She’s been taking similar orb photos for 10 years.
Suquamish donate $78K
The Suquamish Tribe has awarded $13,000 checks to six nonprofits to support food access and human services to vulnerable communities in Kitsap and Mason counties.
Nonprofit leaders were presented the checks at the first Suquamish Tribal Council meeting of the year where Chairman Leonard Forsman expressed his appreciation for the organizations’ dedication to the region.
The organizations that received donations included The Salvation Army (Bremerton), ShareNet Food Bank (Kingston), Fishline (Poulsbo), Bremerton Foodline (Bremerton), South Kitsap Helpline (Port Orchard), and North Mason Food Bank (Belfair).
“We are honored to support organizations that tirelessly serve the most vulnerable members of our community,” said Chairman Forsman. “As Kitsap County lies within our ancestral lands, we are steadfast in our commitment to collaborating with partners to foster a healthier and more vibrant future for everyone who now calls this region home.”
In attendance were Poulsbo Mayor Becky Erickson, Bremerton Mayor Greg Wheeler and Port Orchard Mayor Rob Putaansuu.
ROTC Night
The Kitsap County Regional ROTC/Academy Night will take place Feb. 4 at Central Kitsap High School starting at 6:15 p.m. with the main presentation at 7 p.m.
Students considering a career in the military should plan to attend. People can talk before and after to representatives from the Air Force, Army, Navy, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines. College ROTC, NCIS and local military recruiters also will be there.
Day of service
A Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service will take place starting at 10 a.m. Jan. 20 at Blakely Harbor Park.
The Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation, BI parks district are looking for volunteers. Conservation projects for all ages are planned. Park restoration knowledge will be shared and tools provided.
Register at www.biparks.org
Prevent TB deaths
The Bainbridge nonprofit Partners in Health, which is made up of high schoolers, will host a community event Feb. 1 to raise money toward ending preventable deaths from tuberculosis.
The movie “Bending the Arc” will be shown at Lynwood Theater from 4-6 p.m. It is a documentary about PIH founder Paul Farmer and his team’s work in Haiti and fighting to address health inequities globally.
Play by donation
Attend Island Theatre’s 90-minute play “This Wide Night” by donation Jan. 25-26 at the Bainbridge Public Library.
The Saturday show is at 7 p.m., and it’s at 3 p.m. that Sunday.
A news release says the play is about two women trying to start life again after serving time in prison. State Rep. Tarra Simmons, who served time in prison and is now an activist for criminal justice reform, will lead a discussion after the matinee. Directors and actors will participate in talks after both performances.
The play is directed by Jeffrey Brown and features Charlie Malo, Terace Yeatts and David Hager.
Romance authors
Four authors of Romance books will present “Happily Ever After: A Celebration of Romance Writing,” Feb. 15 from 7-9 p.m. at BARN.
The event for those age 21 and older will feature readings by Serena Ball, Julie Farley, Darcy McGuire and Kim Lorraine, along with chocolate and wine. Cost is $35.
For details go to bainbridgebarn.org/everafter
Autism talk
Narinder Dhaliwal of Bainbridge Island will be giving a talk – The Autism Roadmap: Navigating Kinder – College Jan. 26 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the BI Museum of Art.
Dhaliwal has started a new telehealth consulting business on BI for families of children with autism and attention deficit challenges with executive functioning.
“My focus is creating as many opportunities as possible for children to thrive in academics, social communication, and social connectivity while supporting families’ daily lives,” Dhaliwal said.
Fly fishers
The public meeting of the Bainbridge Island Fly Fishers will take place Jan. 28 at Seabold Hall, 14450 Komedal Road NE.
BIFF member Dennis Rogers will share about two fishing experiences from 2024 – Fishing in the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles and Oman, as well as in Australia.
Call Eric Matthews at 206-718-2254 if you have questions.
Market board
The Bainbridge Island Farmers Market Association is looking for new board members.
Participants should be able to attend monthly meetings, have a skill such as finance or event planning, and be committed to local farmers and business owners.
Send a statement about yourself and your interest to: bainbridgefarmersmarket@gmail.com
BI police log
1-1: Burglary 14100 block Komedal Road NE
1-5: Fraud, 200 block Ericksen Avenue NE
1-6: Theft, 10600 block Falk Road
1-6: Theft, 300 block Ambrose Lane NW
1-7: Theft, 14300 block North Madison Avenue NE
1-7: Adult sex offense, no address provided
1-7: Domestic verbal dispute, 100 block Parfitt Way SW
1-7: Vehicle collision, 8500 block Hansen Road
1-8: Animal information, 9500 block Battle Point Drive NE
1-10: Malicious mischief, 300 block Winslow Way E
1-12: Theft, 300 block Winslow Way E