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Madison Ave Project Begins
The Madison Ave Non-Motorized and Sewer Improvement Bundled Project has begun and is anticipated to run through December 2024.
Improvements will occur between Winslow Way and SR 305 on Madison Ave. There will be one-lane closures with flaggers throughout the day except near schools during school start and stop times when two-lane traffic will resume.
Improvements Coming
- Wider sidewalks on east side of Madison Ave.
- Dedicated and raised bike lane on east side of Madison Ave.
- Revisions to ADA ramps on the west side of Madison Ave.
- Sidewalk improvements near Sakai Park
- Raised crosswalks with flashing beacons near Sakai Park and Kimiko Lane
- Traffic calming
- Sewer improvements
- Roadway surface improvements
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Community Meeting: Winslow Affordable Housing Project
Monday April 15, 5-6:30pm
Learn more about a proposed Affordable Housing Project at 625 Winslow Way E (the old police station).
The presentation and Q&A Session is hosted at the Bainbridge Public Library.
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Kitsap Great Give:
Give Where Your Live!
April 16 - Early Giving is Now Open
Let’s make the 11th Annual Kitsap Great Give the biggest yet by supporting your favorite causes and help strengthen, unite and empower the community.
They aim to raise $2 million during the 2024 campaign to support this wonderful community we all call home.
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You're Invited: Rep Nance Wants to Hear from You
Local Business Owners/Managers: join Rep. Greg Nance and the Chamber to discuss how ferry delays or cancelations have affected your business.
Have your sales decreased when the ferries aren't reliable?
What issues have the ferries caused for you & your business?
Rep. Nance is continuing the Fix our Ferries conversation and wants to hear from you on May 23 at 10am at the Chamber Office (395 Winslow Way).
There is limited seating in the Chamber Conference Room available. We hope you can join us.
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April is Earth Month
Earth Month helps raise awareness of and encourage involvement in Arbor Day and Earth Day events while inspiring people toward good environmental stewardship.
There are events and opportunities to get involved with ALL MONTH LONG from work parties, to trail walking, birding, classes and more!
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City Council Regular
Business Meeting
Tuesday April 9, 6pm
Proclamations for
- Earth Day
- Volunteer Week
- Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Other Items on the Agenda Include:
- Presentation from Bainbridge Youth Services relating to Sexual Assault Awareness Month
- Authorize the City Manager to Amend the 2023-28 Capital Improvement Plan to Include the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial Water Line Extension Project
- Authorize the City Manager to Enter Into a Construction Contract with Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc. for the Sidewalk Safety Evaluation and Repairs Project
- Receive Council Direction on Building and Planning Fees for Non-Profit Agencies
- Endorse Solid Waste Objectives
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After Hours is Full at Fieldstone Communities, Add Your Name to Waitlist
Thur April 25, 5:30-7:30pm
This month's After Hours member mixer offers the chance to come check out the refurbished Fieldstone Communities facility on Bainbridge Island!
Guests will sip complementary beverages from our event sponsors Eleven Winery and Bainbridge Brewing at the former Messenger House facility and have the chance to visit the Sky Lounge.
After Hours tickets are always free for Chamber members and invited guests, with a very limited number available to non-members for $25 each.
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Broad Stripes & Bright Stars: Grand Old 4th Planning
We are preparing to celebrate the Island's largest and longest-running island tradition - The Grand Old 4th!
As your hosts, the Chamber is delighted to have registration open for the Street Fair (all vendors, including food) & Hometown Parade, as well as to humbly ask for Community Volunteers to consider signing up to be part of the fun.
Important Upcoming Dates:
- June 3 - Street Fair Vendor Deadline
- June 14 - Parade Deadline
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Dungeness Drywall Systems
Terry Rooke is a seasoned drywaller with 45 years of experience in the industry. Known for meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high quality results, Terry has honed his skills in all aspects of drywall installation, repair and finishing.
With a strong work ethic and a passion for craftsmanship, he consistently exceeds client expectations and takes pride in transforming spaces. Whether working on residential or commercial projects, Terry approaches each job with professionalism and a dedication to customer service.
With a reputation for reliability and excellence, he is the go-to choice for all drywall needs.
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Apex1 Tint & Details
Meet Apex1 Tint & Details – they're your go-to mobile car care team in Kitsap County.
Whether you're in Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, Silverdale, Poulsbo or Port Orchard, they come to you. Need a detail, tint or ceramic coating? They've got you covered.
Plus, they do paint corrections and RV detailing too. Mission: to keep your ride looking sharp and protected, all with the convenience of not having to leave your place. Join the Apex1 family for top-notch care on wheels.
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April Earth Month
Litter Cleanup
Individuals or Groups
April is Earth Month, so choose a day to go out and pick up a nearby roadway or trash-strewn area.
Kitsap’s Adopt-a-Spot folks and Bainbridge Disposal are making it easy by providing bags and free trash disposal, respectively. Just stop by the front courtyard of the Bainbridge Disposal office at Coppertop and look for the bin containing bags and a guidelines sheet. Then follow the directions for a successful clean-up.
You can even email Zero Waste to arrange to borrow a grabber.
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Welcome to Salish Sea Greens Retail Space & Oyster Bar
Visit Salish Sea Greens at their new retail space and oyster bar located at 8893 Three Tree LN NE.
Highlighting artisanal oysters, expertly shucked raw or grilled to perfection, alongside rotating selections of fresh PNW seafood dishes.
A food and beverage destination awaits, nestled in the BARN complex alongside Highside Distilling and Eagle Harbor Wine Co.
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Poulsbo Chamber:
Luggage Drive
April 13-27
Collecting new and gently used luggage for foster children in Western Washington.
They ask that all luggage be free of holes, tears, stains, and all zippers functioning.
Drop off the luggage at the Poulsbo Chamber Office: 19168 Jensen Way, Suite 130
Poulsbo, WA 98370
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"And It Has Pockets"
Free lecture on the Battle for Women's Clothing Equity
Sunday April 14, 3-4:30pm
How many times have you heard someone wearing women’s clothing exclaim, “And it has pockets!” Comparisons have shown that modern garments designed for women have about half the storage space of clothing designed for men.
The right to have pockets went hand-in-hand with the right to vote. And people today are still speaking out about the inequality between men’s and women’s clothing based on this simple storage system.
Join costume designer Diane Johnston to dig into the pockets of the past, tracing the history of the humble pocket to determine if the battle for equality may still be decided by a few inches of extremely influential fabric.
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Apex1 Tint & Details: Coffee Oasis Annual Giving Initiative
Book Between April 16- May 6
Apex1 Tint & Details is partnering with Coffee Oasis, a nonprofit organization providing shelter, employment and business opportunities to homeless teens in our area.
For three weeks, Apex1 Tint & Details will donate 50% of our gross revenue to assist The Coffee Oasis in their mission.
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Jazz Night to build Strawberry Hill Bike Park
Thur April 18, 6:30-8:30pm
Enjoy an evening Live Jazz with island vocalist Jess Henderson and Friends at Wing Point Country Club, a benefit to build Strawberry Hill Bike Park and presented by the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation.
Henderson, acclaimed Bainbridge Island jazz vocalist (and avid mountain biker), will be backed by her ensemble of Joe Rice (keyboard), Jaymes Dunlap (bass) and Ian Jones (sax and percussion). Expect a delightful set of jazz standards and favorites.
Your gifts that evening help build Bainbridge Island's first-ever bike park at Strawberry Hill.
The Strawberry Hill Bike Park campaign is sponsored by Brown Bear Car Wash.
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Bainbridge is Blooming
The Downtown Association has an exciting plan to launch the spring season with "Bainbridge is Blooming": a lively window display contest starting April 1st! The winning display will receive a $250 gift certificate to Town & Country. Winner will be announced at the May 3rd First Friday ArtWalk.
Here's how to join: Decorate your windows between April 1st and May 31st. Click the link below for more information and to sign up, or email reenie@bainbridgedowntown.org directly.
Bainbridge is Blooming!
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KPUD has Two Positions Available:
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Business Info Brochure Racks @
the Chamber:
Let everyone know about your business with 4x9" rack cards at both the Ferry Info Kiosk & Winslow Way Info Desk
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The Via Rosa 11 Conference Room @ the Chamber:
Seating for 10 people, 50” video screen + internet, giant whiteboard wall: Available to book for 60 or 120-minute sessions
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The PSE Spotlight Pop-Up Window @ the Chamber:
Prime position Winslow Way 6ft x 6ft area comes with 43" monitor + stand, power, lights & internet: Available for 2 week slots.
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Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce
Advocacy, Connection, and Community since 1927
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