Community News & Events
This page publicizes information about community events as a service to non-profit community organizations. These events are perceived as appropriate for students, parents, and families. Interested in submitting news and events? Learn how to do so by visiting our Community Relations webpage.
Día de los Muertos Community Celebrations 2026
Date & Time: November 7, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: Free
Gather together as a community for Día de los Muertos, a celebration that is memorable, beautiful, and deeply rooted in cultural significance. The day begins with a joyful procession to BIMA made up of children dressed as butterflies, leading guests along a flower-lined path into a museum vibrant with music, art, and activity. At the heart of the celebration is a traditional ofrenda: a colorful, multi-paneled shrine created by artist Araceli Cruz where visitors are invited to add mementos and stories honoring loved ones who have passed on.
Learn more about Día de los Muertos Community Celebrations 2026 at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Ski Swap
Date & Time: November 7, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Masonic Lodge — 1299 Grow Ave NW, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Cost: $5/group
The BHS Sailing Team's annual Ski Swap is coming up on Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge (1299 Grow Ave NW). The team is currently collecting gently used winter gear through Nov. 6. Donations are tax-deductible and can be dropped in the collection bin at BI Physical Therapy (563 Madison Ave N). Proceeds support local student sailors while giving quality gear a second life. Admission is $5 per group, and attendees are encouraged to bring canned food for donation.
Learn more about the BHS Sailing Team Ski Swap
FREE Online Coding Classes for Kids
Date & Time: Saturdays: November 7 – December 12, 2026 (Python & Java); Sundays: November 8 – December 13, 2026 (JavaScript & USACO) | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.Location: Online Cost: Free (Registration required)
Sova Coding offers free live online coding classes for students in grades 3–12, taught by trained high school volunteers, to help children build a stronger understanding of computer science. Registration is available through the Sova Coding website.
Learn more and register for FREE Online Coding Classes from Sova Coding
Red Pine Park Work Party
Date & Time: Second Tuesday: November 10, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: Red Pine Park — 418 Wood Avenue SW Cost: Free
Help the Park District's horticulture staff put the historic orchard and edible perennials to bed for the fall; well suited to children six and up who are comfortable with small hand tools. No on-site parking — park in Winslow and walk to the park.
Conservation Work Party
Date & Time: Second Saturday: November 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: Fort Ward Park, Upper Fort Ward Parking Area — Fort Ward Hill Road NE Cost: Free
Join the Park District's natural resource stewardship team at Fort Ward Park, walking roughly one mile over the course of the work party; well suited to children ages six and up who are comfortable with small hand tools and walking off trail.
Learn more about the Conservation Work Party from Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District
Clothing Swap
Date & Time: November 14 – 15, 2026 | Saturday clothing drop-off 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.; Sunday shopping 12:00 – 2:30 p.m.Location: Filipino American Hall — 7566 High School Rd NE Cost: Free
Drop off clothes on Saturday and shop on Sunday — you don't have to donate to shop, and all are welcome. Clean, gently used adult and kids' clothes and shoes only (no stains or holes; no underwear, sleepwear, bathing suits, hats, or socks). A mending station offers quick fixes for $5.
Learn more about the Clothing Swap from The ReUse Depot and Sustainable Bainbridge
Curated Conversations: Nepantla - Exploring Chicano Art
Date & Time: November 15, 2026 | 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: Free (registration required)
Discover Chicana/o and Latina/o art through the story of Nepantla Cultural Arts Gallery with founders Jake Prendez and Judy Avitia-Gonzalez, followed by an audience Q&A and reception.
Learn more about Curated Conversations: Nepantla at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Teen Zine Thursday
Date & Time: Third Thursdays: November 19, December 17, 2026 (running through June 2027) | 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Public Library — 1270 Madison Ave N Cost: Free
A monthly meetup at the Bainbridge Library giving teens a chance to make zines, express themselves, and explore new creative themes each month. All materials provided; drop-in event with no registration required.
Learn more about Teen Zine Thursday at Bainbridge Public Library
Moritani Preserve Work Party
Date & Time: Third Thursday: November 19, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: Moritani Preserve — 542 Winslow Way W Cost: Free
Care for the woods and meadows of Moritani Preserve with the Park District's stewardship team by managing invasive species, maintaining garden beds, and planting natives; volunteers meet at the SE Hayano Trailhead, with parking on Shepard Way NW.
Latin Line Dancing
Date & Time: November 21, 2026 | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:00 p.m., dancing & piñatas 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.) Location: Stan Pocock Rowing Center — 281 Brien Drive SE Cost: $25 (Kids 12 and under free)
¡Ven a Bailar! Join the Bainbridge Ometepe Sister Islands Association (BOSIA) for an evening of Latin Line Dancing. All proceeds support our sister island in Nicaragua. Come dance, celebrate, and give back!
Learn more and purchase tickets for Latin Line Dancing from BOSIA
Frank Buxton Silent Film Festival: Day of Silents
Date & Time: November 22, 2026 | 1:00 – 8:30 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: $15 – $55
Returning to the stage is the Frank Buxton Silent Film Festival, and this year features a Day of Silents! A non-stop day of live-scored silent cinema ranging from slapstick comedy to drama, all set to live music.
Learn more about the Frank Buxton Silent Film Festival at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Helpline House’s Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
Date & Time: November 26, 2026 Location: Battle Point Park $40 – $50
1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM and 5K Run/Walk at 9:00 AM.
The Bainbridge Island Turkey Trot is a beloved Thanksgiving morning tradition that brings our community together in support of Helpline House. Each year, runners and walkers of all ages gather at Battle Point Park for a family-friendly 1-mile walk/run and 5K fun run. Since its beginning in 2010, Turkey Trot has grown into one of the Island's favorite holiday traditions—a chance for neighbors, families, friends, volunteers, and local businesses to come together in the spirit of gratitude and giving.
Proceeds from Turkey Trot support Helpline House by providing additional funds for food, housing and utility assistance, counseling, and other essential support to our neighbors. More than just a race, Turkey Trot is a wonderful example of Helpline House's "Neighbor Helping Neighbor" mission in action: our community having fun together while making sure help is available for those who need it.
Learn more about the Turkey Trot
Winter Night Market - Jewelry Showcase & Concerts
Date & Time: December 4 – 5, 2026 | 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: Free to attend Night Market & Jewelry Showcase ($0 – $33 for concert tickets)
For two nights, the BIMA Plaza transforms into a winter wonderland with vendor booths, cozy vibes, and live music. Features a jewelry showcase from Pratt Fine Arts Center artists alongside paid holiday concerts by A Not So Silent Night: The Honey Moon Holiday Spectacular (12/4) and BEATLECONCERT (12/5).
Learn more about the Winter Night Market at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Within Reach: An Artist Talk with Patricia Orellana
Date & Time: January 10, 2027 | 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: $13.95
Hear from exhibiting artist Patricia (Patti) Orellana in a conversation about the stories, ideas, and creative process behind her evocative paintings, featuring introductions and discussion with BIMA curators.
MLK Day Celebration 2027
Date & Time: January 17, 2027 | 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: Free (registration required)
Kitsap ERACE, Living Arts Cultural Heritage Project, and other local organizations present a day of music, performances, and community connection honoring the leaders, artists, and culture-bearers who carried forward Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision. This year’s celebration pays tribute to Pat Wright, the beloved Seattle pastor and founder of the Total Experience Gospel Choir. All are welcome.
Learn more about the MLK Day Celebration 2027 at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Heart of Glass: Art & Innovation at 2100 Degrees
Date & Time: January 30, 2027 | 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: Free (registration required)
Museum of Glass Curator Katie Buckingham shares how centuries-old Italian glass traditions made the Pacific Northwest a global hub for glass art, blending history and science with stunning examples of the art form, followed by an audience Q&A and reception. Sponsored by Humanities Washington.
Learn more about Heart of Glass: Art & Innovation at 2100 Degrees at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Taste and Tell: Southern Roots in PNW
Date & Time: February 6, 2027 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: $47.91
Southern food has traversed the country and landed in the Pacific Northwest. Through storytelling and tastings, this conversation and culinary series explores how these traditions have traveled, adapted, and flourished in the region. During the evening, featured chefs will share how family recipes, migration, and regional ingredients have shaped their culinary identities. The program highlights food as a living expression of culture, memory, resilience, and community while creating opportunities for meaningful dialogue between you and chefs.
Learn more and purchase tickets for Taste and Tell: Southern Roots in PNW
Artists Panel for Booking: Artists’ Books by Black Artists
Date & Time: February 20, 2027 | 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: $15.23
Curator Colette Gaiter returns for an intimate conversation with three exhibition artists, closing the show with reflections on the ideas, stories, and creative practices that shaped this landmark exhibition. Guests are invited to stay for the Black History Month Soirée afterward.
Learn more about the Artists Panel for Booking at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Black History Month Soirée 2027
Date & Time: February 20, 2027 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: $11.89
Celebrate Black culture, creativity, and community with live music and performances rooted in Black traditions, plus hands-on art activities exploring identity, history, and vision — including printing your own posters and cards with BIMA’s presses and woodtype collection.
Learn more about the Black History Month Soirée 2027 at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
All the Flowers: An Artist Talk with Samuel Spurrier
Date & Time: February 27, 2027 | 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — 550 Winslow Way East Cost: $15
Sit down with exhibiting artist Samuel Spurrier to hear about the inspirations, materials, and personal process behind his BIMA exhibition, All the Flowers. Includes a curator’s introduction, a short film screening, and an audience Q&A and reception.
Mom's Morning Retreat
Date & Time: First and third Thursdays during the school year | 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.Location: Grace Episcopal Church — 8595 NE Day Road Cost: Suggested annual membership $149 (full and partial scholarships available)
A non-faith-based community group where moms of all ages and stages connect and are heard; childcare is available and visitors may attend a session before registering.
Learn more about Mom's Morning Retreat at Grace Episcopal Church
Fort Ward parkrun
Date & Time: Every Saturday | 9:00 a.m.Location: Lower Fort Ward Trail Cost: Free
A free weekly 5K community run/walk open to all ages and abilities. Volunteers and spectators welcome.
Learn more about Fort Ward parkrun
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