1 lite OCTOBER 2022 your guide to events, resources & services Explore Your Family History
Medicare & Medicaid Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance
Certified Navigators and SHIBA counselors from Peninsula Community Health Services will answer your questions about the healthcare exchange and Medicare, identify eligibility for reduced premiums and walk you through the enrollment process.
Every Tuesday & Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Drawing & Painting Class with Dr. Paul Nuchims
All skill levels welcome. Supplies provided. Ages 15+ Every Wednesday, 3-4:15 p.m. Manchester | In-person
Master Gardener Clinic
The Master Gardeners use science-based resources to answer gardening questions about plant identification, pest and disease diagnosis and more. Every Thursday, 3-4:45 p.m. Bainbridge Island | In-person
Story Night
An entertaining night of stories told by local storytellers. This month’s topic is “Shipped.” Visit storynight.org to learn how to tell your story. Ages 21+ Thursday, Oct. 6, 7-9 p.m.
Cloverleaf Sports Bar & Grill, 1240 Hollis St., Bremerton | Virtual & In-person
Tales of Terror
Drop by after hours to hear scary stories and discuss your favorite horror writing. Costumes welcome! In partnership with Ballast Book Company. All Ages Thursday, Oct. 7, 7-8 p.m. Downtown Bremerton | In-person
Puget Sound
Genealogical Society
Puget Sound Genealogical Society hosts monthly events on genealogical research and resources that can be accessed at KRL.org/events.
Discovering Your Ancestors
Presented by Janet O’Conor Camarata. Saturday, Oct. 1, 15, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Monthly Meeting
“Writing Your Story” presented by Elisabeth Demmon, Library Associate. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants. Email psgsociety1301@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Registration required. Wednesday, Oct. 26, 1-2 p.m. Sylvan Way | Virtual & In-person
Coffee with Mayor Becky Erickson Connect with Mayor Becky Erickson for questions and conversation. Saturday, Oct. 8, 1-3 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Veg Club
Discuss best practices for composting. Tuesday, Oct. 11, 7-8:30 p.m. Bainbridge Island | Virtual
Social Security 101
Washington Public Affairs representative, Kirk Larson will discuss retirement benefits, early retirement, spousal benefits and more.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 4-5 p.m. Poulsbo | Virtual
Adults
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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 Friday, Oct. 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Dr., Bremerton | Virtual
Drop-in Crafts: Paper Strip Fall Art
Come in and create a fun and easy decoration for fall. All Ages Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Kingston | In-person
Fiber Arts Circle
Do you knit, crochet, hand sew or embroider? Bring your craft! Share tea and companionship while you work. All Ages Tuesday, Oct. 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Silverdale | In-person
Book Conversations
Kingston Book Group
Discuss “The Beekeeper of Aleppo” by Christy Lefteri. Ages 21+ Wednesday, Oct. 5, 10-11:30 a.m. Village Green Community Center, 26159 Dulay Rd. NE, Kingston | In-person
Little Boston Book Group
Discuss “Inheritance” by Dani Shapiro. Wednesday, Oct. 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Little Boston | Virtual & In-person
Sylvan Way Book Group
Discuss “The Turn of the Key” by Ruth Ware. Registration required. Saturday, Oct. 8, 10-11 a.m. Sylvan Way, Heninger Room | Virtual & In-person
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. Wednesday, Oct. 12, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo Wednesday, Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Poulsbo Book Group
Discuss “The Cat Who Saved Books” by Sosuke Natsukawa, translated by Louise Heal Kawai and “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt. Tuesday, Oct. 11, 3-4 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Manchester Book Group
Discuss “The Witch Elm” by Tana French. Monday, Oct. 17, 6-7 p.m. Manchester | In-person
Port Orchard Book Group
Discuss “The Great Alone” by Kristin Hannah. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 6-7 p.m. Port Orchard | Virtual & In-person
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Support the Library. Buy books, movies and music, in partnership with Friends of the Library.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Support the Library. Buy books, movies and music, sponsored by the Friends of the Silverdale Library. All Ages
Every Monday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Silverdale | In-person
Book Sale Extravaganza
Support the Library. Buy books, movies and music, sponsored by the Friends of the Silverdale Library. All Ages Friday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Silverdale | In-person
Downtown Bremerton Book Group
Murder or Magic? Pick a murder mystery or a book about magic to read. Monday, Oct. 24, 5-6 p.m. Downtown Bremerton | Virtual & In-person
Sylvan Way Best Seller Book Group
Discuss “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr. Monday, Oct. 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sylvan Way | Virtual
Teens
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Prepare your dice to delve into the mysteries of the frozen north with “Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden.” Connect on the event page for more details.
Grades 6-12 Tuesdays, Oct. 4, 18, 25, 3:30-5:15 p.m. Poulsbo | Virtual
Teen Advisory Board
Sylvan Way Nonfiction Book Group
Discuss “A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance” by Hanif Abdurraqib. Registration required. Ages 21+ Tuesday, Oct. 18, 10-11 a.m. Sylvan Way | Virtual & In-person
Thriller Book Group
Discuss “Mexican Gothic” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Registration required. Ages 21+ Tuesday, Oct. 18, 7-8 p.m. Kingston | Virtual
Silverdale Book Group
Discuss “Love and Other Consolation Prizes” by Jamie Ford. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 1-2 p.m. Silverdale | In-person
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, Oct. 5, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Port Orchard | Virtual & In-person
Grades 6-12 Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Teen Space
Play games, make crafts, create art, or hang out with friends. Snacks provided. Grades 7-12 Mondays, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2-4 p.m. Bainbridge Island | In-person
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Friends
Magic: The Gathering Meetup
All levels welcome for this Magic: The Gathering game meet up. We’ll provide cards but also encourage you to bring your own. All Ages Tuesday, Oct. 11, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Silverdale | In-person
Dungeons & Dragons Meetup
Join fellow gamers for this tabletop role-playing game meet up. We provide gaming supplies and a place to role dice, you bring the enthusiasm and epic storytelling. Grades 6-12 Tuesday, Oct. 18, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Silverdale | In-person
Teens Only
The space is yours! Hang out and do homework, play games, or make your voice heard on what you’d like the space to be. Grades 6-11 Wednesdays, Oct. 19, 26, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Teen Fright Night
Dress in your finest costumed attire for a night of seasonal festivities! Watch a scary movie, take part in an interactive ghost story, play a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons game (beginners welcome!), make creepy crafts and more! Snacks provided. Registration required. Grades 7-12 Friday, Oct. 28, 6-9 p.m. Bainbridge Island | In-person
Boo Bash After Dark: Teen Lock-in Enjoy a night of Halloween-themed fun including scary stories, tricky games, lots of candy and maybe a ghost or two. Registration appreciated. Grades 6-12 Saturday, Oct. 29, 5:30-9 p.m. Port Orchard | In-person
Kids
Take & Make: Double the Fun Kick-off October with a kit to help discover your family stories as we honor Indigenous People’s Day and celebrate National Family History Month. Available during library hours.
Monday, Oct. 3-Friday, Oct. 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Little Boston | In-person
qa’qad Stormwater Park StoryWalk® Stroll through the pages of a book and pick up a related activity bag during library hours. In partnership with the Stormwater Division of Kitsap County Public Works and with the support of the Friends of Manchester Library. Daily, Oct. 3-24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. qa’qad Stormwater Park, 2399 Colchester Dr. East, Port Orchard | In-person
LEGO Club
Join other LEGO enthusiasts to build a creation to meet a weekly challenge! Work with others or create on your own using the library’s LEGOs. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Oct. 5, 4-5 p.m. Downtown Bremerton | In-person
Wednesdays, Oct. 5, 19, 2-3 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
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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 Thursday, Oct. 6, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Bainbridge Island | In-person
Every Second & Fourth Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Spooky Stories
Visit after hours to hear spooky stories and songs with author Ash Van Otterloo. Costumes welcome! In partnership with Ballast Book Company. Grades 4-8 Friday, Oct. 7, 6-7 p.m. Downtown Bremerton | In-person
Oktoberfest
Fall-themed activities, crafts and treats for the whole family. In partnership with the Manchester Community Association. All Ages Saturday, Oct. 8, noon-3 p.m. qa’qad Stormwater Park, 2399 Colchester Dr. East, Port Orchard | In-person
LEGO Builders
With our LEGO bricks, we’ll work together to meet two different challenges that tie-in with a great book. Grades K-5 Every Tuesday, 4-5 p.m., except Oct. 4 Manchester | In-person
Exploring Photography
Learn how cameras work and explore photography through stories and handson activities. Attendance limited to first 30 participants. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Oct. 12, 11-11:30 a.m. Silverdale | In-person
Afternoon Gaming
Join other gamers and play with our Infinity Games table, board game collections or gaming consoles! Grades K-5 Wednesdays, Oct. 12, 26, 2-3 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
The Wonders of Worms
Families will welcome worms into their garden after learning about vermicomposting and the wonders of worms. In partnership with Kitsap County Public Works. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Oct. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Pumpkin Painting
Paint and decorate a little pumpkin to take home. Wear something that can get messy. Attendance limited to first 25 participants. Grades K-5 Saturday, Oct. 15, 10:30 a.m.-noon Downtown Bremerton | In-person
Tween Council
Meet and socialize with other esteemed tweens as we tackle new grown-up problems each month. Grades 6-8 Friday, Oct. 21, 3:30-5 p.m. Port Orchard | In-person
When registration is required or your event is virtual, visit KRL.org/events.
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Kitsap Eco Kids: Plant One for the Pod
It’s time to plant our saplings along the banks of Clear Creek for Orca Recovery Day! Sign up online to pick your planting party time. In partnership with the Clear Creek Trail Task Force. Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Clear Creek Trail Ridgetop Pavilion, 9228 Ridgetop Blvd., Silverdale | In-person
Bats Take & Make Craft Kit
Enjoy a bat exhibit from the Burke Museum and learn about these amazing flying mammals. Take home a fun craft kit to create your own bat. Pick up during open hours. All Ages Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 24-28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Little Boston | In-person
Kids’ Pumpkin Lab & Artists Studio
Decorate a little pumpkin and explore the fascinating science of pumpkins with your child. Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-noon Little Boston | In-person
Punk Histories
Engage with some of history’s lesser-known heroes, pioneers and rebels in this school-aged storytime focusing on forgotten histories. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Oct. 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Port Orchard | In-person
Halloween Mason Jar Luminary
Jack o’lantern, Frankenstein or ghost?
Create a Halloween-themed mason jar luminary. Limited supplies. First come, first served. Grades K-5 Thursday, Oct. 27, 4-5 p.m. Manchester | In-person
Family Art Party: Halloween Fun
Paint a baby pumpkin and decorate a treat bag for Halloween. Attendance limited to the first 25 participants. Grades K-5 Saturday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-noon Silverdale | In-person
Plan Ahead with Gale: Peterson’s Test & Career Prep
Prepare for the next big step in your education by practicing ahead of time. Access GED, SAT, GRE, career-related practice exams, study materials and more, along with college prep support. Start studying at KRL.org/homeworkhelp.
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Little Kids
Baby Band
Babies and caregivers enjoy musical experiences that build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development. Participation is limited to the first 20 participants. Ages 18 months-3 years Every Tuesday, 9:30-10 a.m. Manchester | In-person
Every Tuesday, 10-10:30 a.m.; 10:45-11:15 a.m.
Silverdale | In-person
Play & Learn
Play the morning away with special fall sensory play activities designed for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 0-5 years Friday, Oct. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Parachute Party
Shake and move the big parachute while you dance and groove with silly kids’ music. Ages 3-5 years Thursdays, Oct. 13, 27, 10:30-11 a.m. Kingston | In-person
National Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15-October 15, we celebrate the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. Explore our collection of books, audiobooks and resources highlighting their cultures, stories and achievements at KRL.org/hispanicheritage.
Pumpkin Painting
Paint and decorate a little pumpkin to take home. Ages 3-5 years Wednesday, Oct. 19, 3:30-4:15 p.m. Kingston | In-person
Mini Monster Mash
Get in the spooky spirit with a dance party and costume parade. Ages 0-5 years Monday, Oct. 31, 10:30-11 a.m. Silverdale | In-person
Dive into Digital Learning with Britannica
Now that school’s back in session, get help on your next big school report with digital encyclopedias in the arts, science and math. Research, study or explore your own interests. Start researching at KRL.org/homeworkhelp.
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Storytimes
Stories, songs, rhymes and full-body movement designed to build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development.
Baby Storytime
Ages 0-18 months
Every Monday, 1-1:30 p.m., except Oct. 10 Kingston | In-person
Ages 0-18 months
Every Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Ages 0-18 months
Every Wednesday, 10-10:45 a.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Ages 0-18 months
Every Thursday, 1-1:30 p.m. Downtown Bremerton | In-person
Ages 0-18 months
Every Friday, 10:15-11 a.m., except Oct. 7 Port Orchard | In-person
Family Storytime
Ages 0-5 years
Every Monday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Oct. 10 Kingston | In-person
Toddler Storytime
Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Oct. 26
Bainbridge Island | In-person
Ages 18 months-3 years
Every Wednesday, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Ages 18 months-3 years
Every Friday, 10-10:30 a.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Ages 18 months-3 years
Every Friday, 11:15 a.m.-noon, except Oct. 7 Port Orchard | In-person
Join us for this special edition version with stories celebrating Halloween and El Día de Muertos. Wear your costume and bring a bag for a little trick-or-treating! Wednesday, Oct. 26, 10:30-11 a.m. Bainbridge Island | In-person
Discover Your History through Heritage Quest
During National Family History month, explore census records dating back to the 1700’s, along with genealogical magazines, local history data, obituaries and more using Heritage Quest. To get started visit KRL.org/genealogy.
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Preschool Storytime
Interactive storytimes designed to build early literacy skills and develop social and emotional awareness through stories, songs, rhymes and whole body movements. Playgroup afterward. Ages 3-5 years
Every Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m. Poulsbo | In-person
Every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-noon, except Oct. 26 Bainbridge Island | In-person
Every Thursday, 10:15-11 a.m., except Oct. 20 Manchester | In-person
Every Friday, 11-11:30 a.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Every Friday, 12:15-1 p.m., except Oct. 7 Port Orchard | In-person
Join us for this special edition version with stories celebrating Halloween and El Día de Muertos. Wear your costume and bring a bag for a little trick-or-treating! Wednesday, Oct. 26, 11:30 a.m.-noon Bainbridge Island | In-person
Storytime at Evergreen Park
An outdoor storytime featuring stories, rhymes, songs and lots of full body movement designed to build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development. Distancing supported. Downtown Bremerton branch in partnership with Bremerton Parks & Recreation. Storytime cancellations will be posted at KRL.org in the case of inclement weather. Ages 0-5 years Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m. Evergreen Park, 1500 Park Ave., Shelters 2 & 3, Bremerton | In-person
“Future Me” Family Storytimes
Ages 3-5 years
Thursdays, Oct. 6, 13, 11-11:30 a.m. Little Boston | In-person
Pajama Story Night
A special sleepy storytime. Bring a stuffy and wear your pajamas! Ages 0-5 years Tuesday, Oct. 11, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Kitsap Eco Kids Storytime: Orcas
Learn about these incredible animals and why we celebrate Orca Recovery Day in October. Attendance limited to the first 30 children. Grades PK-2 Wednesday, Oct. 12, 11-11:30 a.m. Silverdale | In-person
Connect through FamilySearch
Explore your own family history during National Family History month using FamilySearch. Dive into over two billion digitized genealogical records and images at KRL.org/genealogy.
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Kitsap Eco Kids Storytime: Bats & Spiders
Learn why we need these creepy critters in our local ecosystem. Attendance limited to the first 30 children. Grades PK-2 Wednesday, Oct. 19, 11-11:30 a.m. Silverdale | In-person
Family Heritage Storytime
October is National Family History Month! Bring your children for an inclusive family heritage night. We will have a short storytime followed by creating a special heritage tree that fits all kinds of families. Grades K-5
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Pumpkin Painting Storytime
Listen to seasonal stories and paint a little pumpkin to take home! Registration required for supplies. Registration required. All Ages
Friday, Oct. 28, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Halloween Parade
Join us for a Halloween Storytime followed by a costume parade through the branch to pick up some treats! Costumes not required. Ages 0-5 years Monday, Oct. 31, 11-11:30 a.m. Sylvan Way | In-person
Explore ELibrary Curriculum Edition
Prepare for your next paper! Discover popular research topics with articles, photos, maps, magazine transcripts, U.S. and foreign newspapers and reference books adding supportive context for student learners and novice researchers. Learn more at KRL.org/homeworkhelp.
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location & hours
Library closed Monday, Oct. 10 & Thursday, Oct. 20
Bainbridge (206) 451-5050
1270 Madison Ave. N, 98110
Mon. 10-5 | Tues., Wed. 10-7 | Thu.-Sat. 10-5
Downtown Bremerton (360) 447-5420
612 Fifth St., 98337
Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-1
Kingston (360) 860-5070
26159 Dulay Rd. NE, 98346
Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-4
Little Boston (360) 860-5080
31980 Little Boston Rd. NE, 98346
Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-1
Manchester (360) 447-5430
8067 E Main St., Port Orchard, 98366
Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-1
Port Orchard (360) 447-5440
87 Sidney Ave., 98366
Mon. 10-5 | Tues., Wed. 10-7 | Thu.-Sat. 10-5
Poulsbo (360) 447-5450
700 NE Lincoln Rd., 98370
Mon. 10-5 | Tues., Wed. 10-7 | Thu.-Sat. 10-5
Silverdale (360) 447-5470
3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd., Suite 101, 98383
Mon. 10-5 | Tues., Wed. 10-7 | Thu.-Sat. 10-5
Sylvan Way (360) 447-5480
1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton, 98310
Mon. 10-5 | Tues., Wed. 10-7 | Thu.-Sat. 10-5
Mobile Services (360) 447-5505
Offering services for individuals who have challenges visiting our library branches, Mobile Services delivers library materials to those that qualify. KRL.org/mobileservices.
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