Story Night
An entertaining night of stories told by local storytellers. This month’s topic is “Stuck.” Visit storynight.org to learn how to tell your story. Ages 21+ First Thursdays, Jan. 5, 7-9 p.m. In-person | Cloverleaf Sports Bar & Grill, 1240 Hollis St., Bremerton
Drawing & Painting Class with
Dr. Paul Nuchims
All skill levels welcome and supplies are provided. Each class is limited to the first 15 participants. Ages 15+ Every Wednesday, 3-4:15 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Arts & Craft Supply Swap
Bring your lightly used arts and crafts supplies to swap with fellow creators. Donations are limited to 1-2 bags or boxes per person. All Ages. Saturday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Ask Mayor Becky Erickson
Connect with Mayor Becky Erickson for questions and conversation.
Second Saturdays, Jan. 14, 1-3 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Puget Sound Genealogical Society
Teacup Succulents
Plant a succulent to create a mini garden. Registration recommended. All Ages Saturday, Jan. 14, noon-1 p.m. In-person | Downtown Bremerton
Inside Healthcare: Hear from healthcare professionals on a variety of topics. This month, discover ways to save on drug costs. Hosted by the Kitsap Regional Library Foundation. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 5-6 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Enlighten: Kitsap Community Forum Connect with fellow lifelong learners and hear from experts who share their knowledge on a variety of engaging topics. Visit EnlightenKitsap.org to learn more. All Ages Third Fridays, Jan. 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Virtual & In-person | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Dr., Bremerton
Become CPR Certified Learn the basics of CPR and airway obstruction. In partnership with the Poulsbo Fire Department. Registration required. Ages 21+ Saturday, Jan. 21, 2-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Puget Sound Genealogical Society hosts monthly events on genealogical research and resources that can be accessed at KRL.org/events.
Discovering Your Ancestors
Jan. 7: Introductions & Vital Records Jan. 28: Software Programs & Census Records
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Virtual & In-person | Sylvan Way
Monthly Program with Meeting
Discuss “My Great Swedish Adventure: The Power of Libraries, Family, and Travel in Pandemic” with Melody Sky Weaver. Wednesday, Jan. 25, 1-2 p.m. Virtual & In-person | Sylvan Way
Peninsula Community Health Service’s Mobile Medical Clinic
Get help with insurance enrollment, community resources, address health concerns, facilitate age-appropriate screening tests and connect with specialists in the mobile medical clinic. Second Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Third Wednesdays, Jan. 18, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Fourth Wednesdays, Jan. 25, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
AARP Tax Aide
Set up an appointment for free, confidential tax help. View a list of what to bring at taxaide.aarpfoundation.org. Ages 21+
Every Tuesday starting Jan. 24, 12:30-6 p.m.
Every Thursday starting Jan. 26, 12:30-5 p.m.
Fourth Saturdays starting Jan. 28, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
How Foods Fight Cancer with Shawntee Cotright
Learn to prepare foods that help reduce the risk of developing cancer and prevent a recurrence. Registration required. Saturday, Jan. 28, 12:30-2:30 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
When
Recycle Craft Swap
Help reduce, reuse and recycle by exchanging your gently used craft supplies early through Jan. 25. Saturday, Jan. 28, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. In-person | Kingston
Book Conversations
Kingston Book Group
Discuss “Humankind” by Rutger Bregman. First Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 10-11:30 a.m. In-person | Village Green Community Center, 26159 Dulay Rd. NE, Kingston
Little Boston Book Group
Discuss “The Monk of Mokha” by Dave Eggers.
First Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Virtual & In-person | Little Boston
Poulsbo Book Group
Share the best reads of 2022. Second Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 3-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Sylvan Way Book Group
Discuss “The Bear” by Andrew Krivak. Registration required. Second Saturdays, Jan. 14, 10-11 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room
Port Orchard Book Group
Discuss “Love and Other Consolation Prizes” by Jamie Ford. Third Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 6-7 p.m. Virtual & In-person | Port Orchard
Friends of the Library groups raise money to support their local branch through fundraising with book sales and special events. If you love your Library and are looking for a way to get involved, consider joining a Friends group.
Kingston Friends of the Library Meeting
Second Mondays, Jan. 9, 10-11 a.m. In-person | Kingston Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Buy books, movies and music. Friday & Saturday, Jan. 13-14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Sylvan Way Nonfiction Book Group
Discuss “Blue Sky Kingdom: An Epic Family Journey to the Heart of the Himalayas” by Bruce Kirkby. Registration required. Ages 21+
Third Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 10-11 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Thriller Book Group
Discuss “Shiver” by Allie Reynolds. Registration required. Third Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 7-8 p.m. Virtual | Kingston
Silverdale Book Group
Discuss “They Called Us Enemy” by George Takei.
Third Wednesdays, Jan. 18, 1-2 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Downtown Bremerton Book Group
Quick-lit: read a book under 200 pages. Fourth Mondays, Jan. 23, 5-6 p.m.
Virtual & In-person | Downtown Bremerton
Manchester Book Group
Discuss “The Great Alone” by Kristin Hannah. Fourth Mondays, Jan. 23, 6-7 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Teens
Teen Space
Play games, make crafts, create art or hang out with friends. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12 Every Wednesday, 2:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Grades 7-12
Every Monday, 2-4 p.m., except Jan. 2, Jan. 16 In-person | Bainbridge Island
New Year Celebrate-tween: Lock-in Meet new friends and celebrate 2023 with games, snacks and fun feats of strength! Registration requested. Grades 4-8 Friday, Jan. 6, 6-8:30 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Winter Crafternoon Drop in for an afternoon of winter-themed crafting and sip a hot chocolate. Make a Sharpie mug, Valentine’s cards, gift tags and more! While supplies last. Grades 6-12 Saturday, Jan. 7, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Dungeons & Dragons Meetup
Join fellow gamers for this tabletop role-playing game meetup with gaming supplies and a place to roll dice. Bring on epic storytelling! Grades 6-12 Second Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Teen Advisory Board
Help shape the Library. Express your interests, develop leadership skills, help plan and implement special events and earn volunteer credit for school. Grades 7-12 Wednesday, Jan. 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Art in Action
A Bainbridge Island Museum of Art teaching artist will guide a hands-on stamp carving project. Supplies provided. In partnership with Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. All Ages Friday, Jan. 13, 1-3 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Magic: The Gathering Meetup
All levels are welcome for this Magic: The Gathering game meetup. Cards will be provided, but we encourage you to bring yours, too. All Ages Fifth Tuesdays, Jan. 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
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Kids
Afternoon Gaming
Check out our board game collection, Infinity Games table and gaming consoles with your friends. Grades K-5
First & Third Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 18, 2-3 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
LEGO Club
Join other LEGO enthusiasts and build a creation to meet a weekly challenge! All materials provided. Grades K-5
First Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 4-5 p.m. In-person | Downtown Bremerton
Second & Fourth Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 25, 2-3 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Read to a Dog
Choose a story to share with a dog and practice reading. This event is first come, first served. In partnership with Therapy Dogs International Kitsap. Grades K-5 First & Third Thursdays, Jan. 5, 19, 3:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m., except Jan. 5, Jan. 19 In-person | Sylvan Way
Fourth Wednesdays, Jan. 25, 3:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Thursday, Jan. 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
STEM Camp
Explore STEM through cool devices and hands-on activities. Space and supplies limited. First come, first served. Third Thursdays, Jan. 19, 4-5 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Tween Council
Meet and socialize with other esteemed tweens as we tackle new grown-up problems each month. Grades 6-8 Third Fridays, Jan. 20, 3:30-5 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Family Winter Crafternoon
Sip hot chocolate while making a Sharpie mug, Valentine’s Day card, gift tags and more! All supplies provided. All Ages Saturday, Jan. 7, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Build a snow globe. Space and supplies are limited; first come, first served. Second Thursdays, Jan. 12, 4-5 p.m. In-person | Manchester
LEGO Builders
With our LEGO bricks, we’ll work together to meet two challenges that tie in with a great book. Grades K-5 Every Tuesday, 4-5 p.m. except Jan. 3 In-person | Manchester
Create structures using provided LEGOs and wooden blocks. Grades K-5 Second & Fourth Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 25, 3:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Mini Maestros
Develop literacy and STEM skills through active musical play. Attendance is limited to the first 28 participants. Every Thursday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Jan. 5 In-person | Silverdale
Family Art Party: Lunar New Year
Learn about the lunar new year through stories and art activities. Supplies are limited to the first 25 participants. Grades PK-2 Wednesday, Jan. 18, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Silverdale
Punk Histories
Engage with history’s lesser-known heroes, pioneers and rebels through storytimes and activities to go along with the legends! This month learn about Black cowboys and the Wild West. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Jan. 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Drive-in Movie
Create a cardboard box car and watch “The Bad Guys.” All Ages Friday, Jan. 27, 1:30-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Here Comes the Sun!
Decorate a suncatcher to brighten up gloomy days. Wear something that can get messy. All Ages Saturday, Jan. 28, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. In-person | Downtown Bremerton
Little Kids
Baby Band
Babies and caregivers enjoy musical experiences that build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development. Ages 18 months-3 years
Tween
Hangout: Retro Games & Crafts
Hang out with friends, play retro video games, or try pixel art while enjoying warm drinks and snacks. Grades 4-8 Saturday, Jan. 14, 1-3 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Limited to the first 28 participants. Every Tuesday, 9:30-10 a.m., except Jan. 3 In-person | Manchester
Every Tuesday, 10-10:30 a.m.; 10:45-11:15 a.m., except Jan. 3 In-person | Silverdale
Play & Learn
Play away with special early learning activities. This month, try imaginative play! Ages 0-5 years Friday, Jan. 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Storytimes
Stories, songs, rhymes and full-body movements designed to build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development.
Baby Storytime Ages 0-18 months
Every Wednesday, 10-10:45 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Every Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m., except Jan. 3, Jan. 10 In-person | Poulsbo
Every Friday, 10:15-11 a.m., except Jan. 6, Jan. 13 In-person | Port Orchard
Toddler Storytime Ages 18 months-3 years Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Friday, 10-10:30 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Every Wednesday, 10:15-10:45 a.m., except Jan. 4, Jan. 11 In-person | Poulsbo
Every Friday, 11:15-noon, except Jan. 6, Jan. 13 In-person | Port Orchard
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Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5 years
Every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-noon In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Friday, 11-11:30 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
A craft will follow. Every Thursday, 10:15-11 a.m., except Jan. 5 In-person | Manchester
Every Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Jan. 3, Jan. 10 In-person | Poulsbo
Every Friday, 12:15-1 p.m., except Jan. 6, Jan. 13 In-person | Port Orchard
Pajama Story Night
A special sleepy storytime. Bring a stuffy and wear your pajamas! Ages 0-5 years Second Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 5:30-6:15 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Family Storytime Playgroup to follow. Ages 0-5 years Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Jan. 4 In-person | Downtown Bremerton
Stories at SEA Come for a fantastic sea creaturethemed storytime at SEA Discovery Center. Stay after to explore the aquarium. Attendance is limited to the first 30 people. Ages 0-5 years Saturday, Jan. 14, Friday, Jan. 20, 10:30-11 a.m. In-person | SEA Discovery Center, 18743 Front St. NE, Poulsbo
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