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APRIL 2022
your guide to events, resources & services Silverdale Library Grand Opening pg. 2
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Silverdale Grand Opening new library, new stories April 2, 2022
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The Realization of a Decades-Long Dream Kitsap libraries are born from the passion of our communities. They hold a foundational place, inspiring learning and creativity and connecting people. The first library in Silverdale opened in 1945. Since then, Silverdale has grown into a regional marketplace, consistently demanding more from its library. In 1946, the library filled a 16-by-16-foot Army surplus building and by 1958, volunteers rolled up their sleeves to remodel and expand. Then, in 1970, the Friends of the Silverdale Library successfully raised funds to build a new 1,000-square-foot library. In 1980, the final expansion of that building gave us our “Old Town” Silverdale library... a place that many have known and loved for a lifetime. On April 2, 2022, it’s time for the next chapter with a new library in Silverdale! At 12,000 square feet, the new library is more than double the size and seating, offering more places for people to come together or find a tranquil place to sit and read. The physical collection has expanded by 25%, with more books, movies and music to peruse. In Kitsap, the Library is the number one place for computer use and training. The new library empowers us to serve even more people daily by offering 60% more computers to the public. This spacious, flexible building offers seven meeting and study areas, creating places to learn and work or simply take a phone call or jump into a virtual meeting. There is even a room with beautiful Dyes Inlet views, large enough to host events for as many as 125 people. And don’t worry about parking! The new library boasts more than 100 parking spaces, ensuring you can drop by, even on the busiest afternoons. While you visit, enjoy the Central Kitsap School District Campus walking trails, sports fields and easy access to the YMCA and community playground. We can’t wait for you to see it. To everyone who has been a part of our story, thank you. This new library is a gift from our community, for our community. Together we’ve written an exciting new chapter in Kitsap Regional Library’s story. Read more at KRL.org/newsilverdale.
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Celebrate Silverdale with classes & events at the new branch!
Adults Friends of the Library Book Sale Support the Library. Buy books, movies and music, sponsored by the Friends of the Silverdale Library.
Every Monday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Silverdale
Teens Let’s Get Crafty Flex your artistic muscles with a new art, craft or DIY project. Together we’ll create some easy, fun art projects you can take home with you. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants.
Tuesdays, April 5, 19, 3-4 p.m. Silverdale
Teen Vibes Only Teens take over the Library on Thursday early release afternoons! Whether you need a quiet spot to work on homework, a place to hang with friends or an easy activity to destress from school we’ve got you covered.
Every Thursday, 2-5 p.m. Silverdale
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Build an Adventurer You have chosen to set out on an epic quest. You have your mission, you have your gear, now all you need is the perfect character! Learn how to roll up a character for your next Dungeons & Dragons adventure. All supplies provided. Attendance limited to first 20 participants.
Tuesday, April 12, 3-4 p.m. Silverdale
Game Day Board games, video games, tabletop games, card games, we’ve got them all! Play your favorite or learn something brand new during this afternoon game-a-palooza. Attendance limited to first 20 participants.
Saturday, April 16, 1-3 p.m. Silverdale
Silverdale Teen Advisory Board We want to know what you want from the new Library! Teen Advisory Board is a leadership group for teens that helps shape the Library. Share your passions, plan future programs and make your mark on the community. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants.
Tuesday, April 26, 3-4 p.m. Silverdale
Kids
Kitsap Eco Kids: Stormwater StoryWalk®
Baby Band
Stroll through the pages of “Waiting for Wings” by Lois Ehlert at Silverdale’s Whispering Firs Stormwater Park. This program is offered in partnership with the Stormwater Division of Kitsap County Public Works.
Babies and caregivers enjoy active musical experiences that develop pre-literacy skills as well as physical and emotional development. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants.
Every Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m. Silverdale
Preschool Storytime Join us for a socially-distanced storytime designed to build early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes and full-body movement. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants.
Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m. Silverdale
Mini Maestros Children ages 4-8 will learn basic elements of music and enjoy active musical play. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants.
Every Thursday, 10:30-11 a.m. Silverdale
Kitsap Eco Kids: Stormwater Park Storytime Celebrate Earth Day with an outdoor storytime, crafting opportunity, and take home a Pollinator Pal kit to plant butterfly friendly flowers! This program is offered in partnership with the Stormwater Division of Kitsap County Public Works.
Friday, April 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Whispering Firs Stormwater Park, 12300 Silverdale Way, Silverdale
Daily, April 22-30, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Whispering Firs Stormwater Park, 12300 Silverdale Way, Silverdale
Family Art Party: Spring Impressions Celebrate Earth Day and the return of spring by creating beautiful prints with reusable stamps made from recycled materials. Attendance limited to the first 20 participants.
Saturday, April 23, 2-3 p.m. Silverdale
Kitsap Eco Kids: Clear Creek Tree Team Help salmon thrive and orcas survive by adopting a tree to plant along Clear Creek. Pick up your baby tree, instructions, and care for your tree until Plant One for the Pod in October. In partnership with the Clear Creek Task Force.
Saturday, April 23, 3-4 p.m. Silverdale
All Abilities Fam Jam The whole family is welcome for an afternoon of music and movement. If something more low-key is your jam, hide out in the crafting corner. Music and movement is limited to first 20 participants.
Saturday, April 30, 2-3 p.m. Silverdale
Silverdale’s New Address 3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd. Silverdale, WA 98383
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classes & events
Story Night
Adults
Thursday, April 7, 7-9 p.m. Cloverleaf Sports Bar & Grill 1240 Hollis St., Bremerton
Seed Library Visit our seed library and take some home to plant! Free to the public, each seed packet contains 3-5 seeds and can grow to cover one square foot of your garden. Organic and non-GMO seeds are available through August. We accept seed donations.
Daily, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Daily, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Manchester Daily, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Daily, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Port Orchard
AARP Tax Aide Set up an appointment for free, confidential tax help. View a list of what to bring at taxaide.aarpfoundation.org.
By appointment only. Call (206) 657-6832 to schedule.
Bainbridge Island Saturdays, April 2, 9, 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call (360) 559-2526 to schedule.
Port Orchard Mondays, April 4, 11, 1-5 p.m. Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 1-5 p.m. Visit taxaide.aarpfoundation.org and select ”Locate Sites Near Me” to schedule.
Poulsbo
An entertaining night of stories told by local storytellers. Come ready to listen or tell your story. This month’s topic is “Seasons Change.” Visit storynight.org to learn how to tell your story.
Walking Club Bring comfortable shoes for a fun urban walk around downtown Bremerton.
Fridays starting April 8, noon-1 p.m. Downtown Bremerton
Kingston Friends of the Library Donation Days Donate gently used books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles, games and craft supplies in resalable condition for Kingston Friends of the Library. Limit two boxes or bags of donations per person.
Saturday, April 9, 11 a.m.-noon Monday, April 11, 11 a.m.-noon Kingston
Kingston Friends of the Library Meeting Connect with the Kingston Friends of the Library. The Friends facilitate community book sales and accept book donations throughout the year on behalf of Kitsap Regional Library’s Kingston branch.
Monday, April 11, 10-11 a.m. Kingston
Veg Club: Gardening Classes at the Library In our April session, we’ll learn how to attract beneficial insects and other beasts to fight pests and pollinate crops. We’ll also cover techniques for planting spring crops - including a few that you can eat this winter.
Tuesday, April 12, 7-9 p.m. Virtual
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Peninsula Community Health Service’s Mobile Medical Clinic
Poulsbo Friends of the Library Book Sale
Get help with insurance enrollment, community resources, address health concerns, facilitate age-appropriate screening tests and connect with specialists in the mobile medical clinic.
Support the Library. Buy books, movies and music, sponsored by the Poulsbo Friends of the Library. Visit the Community Room or parking lot, weather permitting.
Wednesdays, April 13, 20, 27, 1-4 p.m. Port Orchard
CrafterDark: Upcycle Container Gardens Upcycle items from your recycle bin into container gardens. Registration required.
Saturday, April 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Poulsbo
Earth Day Take & Make Kit: Recycled Paper Dogwood Blossoms
Wednesday, April 13, 7-8 p.m. Virtual
Create a beautiful branch of spring blooms using natural and handmade recycled items. In partnership with the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe.
Anti-Racism Learning Circle
Daily, April 18-22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Little Boston
Join us for dialogue and active listening as we explore anti-racist ideas, practices and recommended resources.
Thursday, April 14, 5-6 p.m. Virtual
Enlighten: Kitsap Community Forum Connect with lifelong learners and hear from experts who share their knowledge on a variety of engaging topics.
Friday, April 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Virtual
Puget Sound Genealogical Society: Discovering Your Ancestors with Janet Camarata April 16: Using Google Search & Worldcat April 30: Explore Google Books & Internet Archives
One-On-One Career Coaching Meet with a WorkSource representative to discuss job seeking strategies, get help with your resume or discuss your next career move. Registration required.
Wednesday, April 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Poulsbo
Mock Interview Job Lab Practice your interview skills with WorkSource representatives. Answer mock interview questions and receive constructive feedback. Registration required.
Thursday, April 21, 11 a.m.-noon Poulsbo
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon Virtual
When registration is required, find your event at KRL.org/events.
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Shade Gardens for the Pacific Northwest Master Gardener Judy Conlow will share her expertise regarding how to create a lush, textural, thriving shade garden. Registration required.
Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m.-noon Poulsbo
NW Native Plants for Your Garden Master Gardener Sally Manifold will share her expertise regarding northwest natives that perform well in residential gardens. Registration required.
Saturday, April 23, 2-3 p.m. Poulsbo
Puget Sound Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting and Program Connect with Puget Sound Genealogical Society in this monthly meeting and genealogy conversation.
Wednesday, April 27, 1-2 p.m. Virtual
Bainbridge Island Historical Museum at the Library Historical talks with the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum.
Wednesday, April 27, 7-8 p.m. Virtual
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Craft Swap Help do your part to reduce, reuse and recycle. Exchange your extra or unused craft supplies for new inspiration at our community craft swap.
Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Kingston
Book Conversations Kingston Book Group Discuss “Inheritance: a Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love” by Dani Shapiro.
Wednesday, April 6, 10-11:30 a.m. Village Green Community Center 26159 Dulay Rd. NE, Kingston
Little Boston Book Group Discuss “The Beekeeper of Aleppo” by Christy Lefteri.
Wednesday, April 6, 1-2 p.m. Virtual
Sylvan Way Book Group Discuss “This is Happiness” by Niall Williams. Registration required.
Saturday, April 9, 10-11 a.m. Virtual
Poulsbo Up Lit Book Group Discuss “The Turn of the Key” by Ruth Ware. Registration required.
Tuesday, April 12, 3-4 p.m. Poulsbo
Manchester Book Group Discuss “Gods of Jade and Shadow” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Monday, April 18, 6-7 p.m. Manchester
Classics Book Group Discuss “The Left Hand of Darkness” by Ursula K. Le Guin.
Monday, April 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual
This Spring Check Out Washington With sunshine and blossoming flowers around us, there’s no better time to get out and explore with a Check Out Washington Discover Pass. This Discover Pass grants you free access to Washington’s state parks, recreation sites, natural and wildlife areas, as well as land recreation trails. Borrow your pass for up to a week at KRL.org/borrowmore.
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Thriller Book Group Discuss “American Spy” by Lauren Wilkinson.
Monday, April 18, 7-8 p.m. Kingston & Virtual
Sylvan Way Nonfiction Book Group Discuss “The Woman They Could Not Silence” by Kate Moore. Registration required.
Tuesday, April 19, 10-11 a.m. Virtual
Port Orchard Book Group Discuss “So You Want to Talk About Race” by Ijeoma Oluo.
Tuesday, April 19, 6-7 p.m. Port Orchard
Silverdale Book Group Discuss “Elinore Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman.
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.
Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:15 p.m. Virtual
Port Orchard Teen Advisory Board A leadership group for teens that helps shape the Library. Express your interests, develop leadership skills, help plan and implement special events and earn volunteer credit for school. Join us virtually or in person.
Wednesday, April 6, 4-5 p.m. Port Orchard
Teen Space
Wednesday, April 20, 1-2 p.m. Virtual
Play games, create art, do amazing projects, try out new tech or just hang with friends.
Poulsbo Pub Lit Book Group
Thursdays, April 7, 21, 3-4 p.m. Virtual
Show & Tell: share a book title you are excited about and listen to other group members tell you about their favorite reads.
Wednesday, April 20, 7-8 p.m. Virtual
Downtown Bremerton Book Group Discuss “Eight Perfect Murders” by Peter Swanson.
Teen Writers’ Workshop Share your current work-in-progress, discuss the craft and discover new writing techniques.
Monday, April 18, 4-5 p.m. Virtual
Teen Take & Make Crafting
Monday, April 25, 5-6 p.m. Downtown Bremerton
Pick up supplies at the Port Orchard branch and join us virtually or in-person for a relaxed crafting hour.
Sylvan Way Best Seller Book Group
Monday, April 25, 3:30-5 p.m. Port Orchard & Virtual
Discuss “The Cold Millions” by Jess Walter.
Monday, April 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual
Join an upcoming virtual event at KRL.org/events.
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Kids Outdoor Explorers: Interactive StoryWalk® Stroll through the pages of a story. In partnership with Poulsbo Parks and Recreation.
Daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Muriel Iverson Williams Waterfront Park, 18809 Anderson Parkway, Poulsbo
Take & Make Stained Glass Votive Holders Create art with our Take & Make Stained Glass Votive Holder kit. Registration required.
Daily, April 1-5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., except April 3 Poulsbo
Kids Storytime Join us for a socially-distanced storytime promoting early literacy for our toddler and preschool-aged patrons. All ages still welcome!
Toddler Every Friday, 10-10:30 a.m. Sylvan Way Preschool Every Friday, 11-11:30 a.m. Sylvan Way
Heronswood Garden StoryWalk® Stroll through the pages of a story. In partnership with Heronswood Garden and the Port Gamble S’Klallam Foundation. Free entry to the garden.
Every Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Heronswood Garden 7530 NE 288th St., Kingston
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Outdoor Storytime Enjoy an outdoor, socially-distanced storytime designed to build early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes and full-body movement. Storytime cancellations will be posted at KRL.org in the case of inclement weather. In partnership with Stillwaters Environmental Center. After storytime, discover nature through fun games and activities.
Monday, April 4, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Village Green Park 12850 Dulay Rd. NE, Kingston In partnership with Bremerton Parks & Recreation.
Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m. Evergreen Park, 1500 Park Avenue, Shelters 2 & 3, Bremerton Monday, April 25, 10:30-11 a.m. Village Green Park 12850 Dulay Rd. NE, Kingston
Virtual Baby Band Babies and caregivers enjoy active musical experiences that develop pre-literacy skills as well as physical and emotional development.
Tuesdays, April 12, 19, 26, 9:30-10 a.m. Virtual
Baby Storytime Promote language learning and early literacy skills for babies 0-18 months.
Every Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m. Poulsbo Attendance will be limited to the first 10 babies and their caregivers.
Every Wednesday, 10-10:45 a.m. Sylvan Way
Join an upcoming virtual event at KRL.org/events.
Family Storytime
Earth Day Gardening Party
Join us for a socially-distanced storytime designed to build early literacy skills through stories, rhymes, songs and full-body movement.
Celebrate Earth Day with an afternoon of garden projects! You’ll get to take something fun home and watch it grow. Registration required.
Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m. Poulsbo
Friday, April 22, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Sylvan Way
Every Thursday, 10:30-11 a.m. Virtual Attendance will be limited to the first 20 youth and their caregivers.
Fridays, April 1, 8, 10-10:30 a.m. Sylvan Way Fridays, April 15, 22, 29, 11:15-11:45 a.m. Port Orchard
Family STEM: Light & Shadow Join us for a socially-distanced science exploration workshop about light and shadow, using curriculum from Leap into Science, engineered by The Franklin Institute. Attendance will be limited to the first 10 children and their caregivers.
Wednesday, April 6, 3-4 p.m. Downtown Bremerton
Letters to a Friend Join us for an afternoon of letter writing! We’ll go over the basics and give you the supplies to write a couple letters, including a letter for a Mobile Services patron and one to take home and drop off at our neighbor the Post Office on the way home.
Friday, April 8, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Sylvan Way Saturday, April 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Poulsbo
LEGO Builders Use LEGO bricks to meet two different challenges that tie in with a great book, then share your creation.
Tuesdays, April 12, 19, 26, 4:15-5 p.m. Virtual
Kitsap Great Give is April 19! Right alongside many fantastic local nonprofits, Kitsap Regional Library is working harder than ever to continue to inform, inspire and enrich the lives of everyone in Kitsap. The annual Kitsap Great Give is a chance to elevate nonprofits and keep them strong no matter what. Be a part of the Great Give April 1-19 at KRL.org/supportingorgs.
NEW STEM Learning Kits Explore architecture, art, coding, design thinking, electricity, engineering, machines and more with a STEM Learning Kit, designed for kids in grades 3-5. Each kit is uniquely themed and comes with a hands-on maker activity to help spur learning. Borrow one for up to 21 days. To learn more, visit KRL.org/borrowmore.
location & hours Bainbridge
(206) 451-5050
1270 Madison Ave. N, 98110 Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-4
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.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-4
Poulsbo (360) 447-5450 700 NE Lincoln Rd., 98370 Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-4
Silverdale
(360) 447-5470 3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd., 98383 Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-4
Sylvan Way (360) 447-5480 1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton, 98310 Mon.-Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-4
Temporary Closure of Manchester Branch Thanks to the efforts of the Friends of the Manchester Library group, we’re in the process of expanding the Library! Starting April 4, we’ll be making renovations to the space, including a new reading space for adults, kids area, teen space, enlarged meeting space and new shelving, paint and carpeting. During the closure the book drop will remain open and all holds will be available for pick up at the Port Orchard branch. We can’t wait to reopen!