PLEASE NOTE: THE CHAMBER OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY JUNE 19 IN CELEBRATION OF JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY

No Cars, No Bikes Allowed - Ferry Travel Disrupted Between September 7 and 13

Due to construction of the new overhead walkway at the Bainbridge Terminal, WSF's Seattle/Bainbridge ferry route will be closed to all drive-on traffic (including bikes) for a week in September.

There will be widespread disruption for commuters, travelers and island business owners, as detailed in a special presentation from WSF to City Council during (tonight's) June 13 City Council Regular Business Meeting.

Click here to read the full WSF presentation

Also - please consider giving WSF feedback on their plans by completing a short customer survey by 5 p.m. on Friday June 16.

Draft Versions of Winslow Subarea Plan Chapters Published By City

These draft chapters represent the current understanding of the existing conditions in Winslow, a synthesis of the early community engagement results, and the key challenges and opportunities that will guide development of the draft alternative.

The ad-hoc steering committee overseeing the Winslow Subarea Plan Update and Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update met on June 8 and will be helping to guide public engagement opportunities. All drafts are now available for public review and comments.

Cantwell To Exit Stage Left at Bainbridge Performing Arts

Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) Executive Director Dominique Cantwell will transition to an emeritus role upon completing the renovation and expansion project at The Buxton Center for Bainbridge Performing Arts in September.

In Dominique's thirteen years, BPA has grown by leaps and bounds: Artistic excellence flourished, the theatre school expanded, programs diversified and blossomed during the pandemic, the dream of constructing the Buxton Center became reality, subscribers return with enthusiasm, and arts access is afforded to every member of our community through the Open Doors program.

Elizabeth Allum, BPA’s present Director of Education, will succeed Dominique as Executive Director this fall.

Chamber Workshop: Worker Transportation Options From Kitsap Transit

Need more ways to help your staff get to work on Bainbridge Island, 7 days a week?

In partnership with the Chamber, Kitsap Transit is offering a FREE workshop on Thursday, June 22 at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art for employers, employees, and the public to learn more about its transportation services and receive one-on-one assistance to craft a new commuting plan for your company.

Vanpools, carpools, and more...

Eagle Scout's Ferry Terminal Flagpole Project Closes In On Fundraising Goal

Bainbridge Islander Brad Staniewicz's quest to install a new 50-foot flagpole at the Bainbridge Ferry Terminal as his Eagle Scout project is well underway, with just a few hundred dollars in support needed to close things out in style.

A flag retreat ceremony is planned for July 5 to mark the final lowering of the flag on the old pole - one which was installed to commemorate the life of local businessman (and faithful Chamber member) Walter Keys more than 60 years ago...

New Compost Bins Added Across Winslow

As part of the ongoing waste reduction effort, the City recently installed bins to collect organic waste at various locations in downtown Winslow.

The new “Compost Only” containers can accept food waste, napkins, wooden utensils, pizza boxes and other natural fiber-based home compostable food containers.

The compost bins are now located near to:

Town & Country Market, Isla Bonita, Chase Bank, Ba Sa, Emmy’s, Doc's Marina Grill, and City Hall.

Wanna Join The Parade? Register Entries By Friday

Companies, Community Organizations, Candidates, Clubs and more: Come join in the mile-long hometown parade at the 2023 Grand Old July 4th!

Bring out your creative side and entertain your community while waving to your friends and neighbors from the middle of the fun...

Parade Application deadline is Friday, June 16.

GO4 Street Fair: So Many Vendors Joining 2023 Event!

The Chamber is excited to announce the list of Street Fair Vendors on July 4!

Join us, along with a Beer Garden (Bainbridge Brewery, Eleven Winery, & Sisters' Cider House), 18 food vendors, 22 information booths, 29 art & craft vendors, & a large Kid's Zone with pony rides, face painting, build-a-boat, bounce houses, putt putt golf, Giant Slide, and live music with Alleyoop.

Join us on July 4 from 9am - 5pm on Bjune, Brien, & Waterfront Park!

Event Recap: June After Hours at Cogwheel Construction

This week's Chamber After Hours at Cogwheel Construction was a ton of fun in the sun thanks to complementary wine provided by Eleven Wine and enjoying oysters & ceviche from Salish Sea Greens.

Note: There will not be a July After Hours due to the Chamber hosting a little old community event in the Grand Old 4th (more on that below)!

Tickets are always free for Chamber members and available to a limited number of non-member guests for $20.

Grand Old 4th of July

We are preparing to celebrate the Island's largest and longest-running island tradition - The Grand Old 4th!

As your hosts, the Chamber is still accepting entries for the Hometown Parade and Classic Car Show - but only for another couple of weeks!

Important Deadline Dates:

• June 16 - Parade Entry Deadline
• June 23 - Car Show Entry Deadline

Stop by the Chamber Office (395 Winslow Way) to pick up a poster, artwork by Eleanor Ford.

Celebrate 87 Years of The Lynwood Theatre on June 21

The Historic Lynwood Theater is pleased to announce their annual celebration of the arts, this year to be staged on June 21, also the date of the summer solstice.

Aptly titled, The Longest Day will feature 15 hours of non-stop entertainment from 9am to midnight. Events include free movies, music (SIX LIVE BANDS), magic, food, an auction, raffles, a film festival, merchandise, along with the live filming of all events to create a documentary video.

As a fund-raising event, all donated proceeds will go towards upgrading the historic Island venue, including curtains, seats, sound system and several other necessary structural improvements.