Podcasts about battle point park

WU-608 The Battle Point Astronomical Association Frank Petrie, President of The Battle Point Astronomical Association (BPAA), joins us on What's Up Bainbridge to discuss the impressive and very accessible observatory at Battle Point Park.   Housing the 27-inch Ritchie Telescope, the largest accessible to the public in the Pacific Northwest, the complex also includes a planetarium, workshop, library and meeting room. Frank talks about the history of the association and observatory, and the mission which is to observe, discover and share the universe through hands-on activities. For more information about BPAA, go to: https://bpastro.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

Dawn Janow, Chairperson of the Park Board of Commissioners and Emily Swift, Community Outreach Coordinator join us on What's Up Bainbridge to kick off our several part series about the Park & Recreation District.  We'll explore the history of the organization, why and how it was formed, some of the many significant changes that have occurred over the years and the many unique and varied experiences it provides for island residents of all ages. In this edition we discuss several aspects including the new website for the Bainbridge Island Recreation Center (BIRC) and its open house, this Saturday, October 2nd, the very popular park passport program and the pumpkin carving contest scheduled for October 16.  We also talk about the very creative Haunted Hayride at Battle Point Park that will take place the evenings of October 19, 20 and 21st. For more information about the parks, go to: https://biparks.org or call 206-842-2302 Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

The future of play on the island has never looked brighter. There is an effort, in partnership with the Bainbridge Island Parks & Recreation District and the Parks Foundation, to replace the damaged Kid’s Up Playground at Battle Point Park. If you’ve ever visited Battle Point with your kids or if you yourself remember playing on this playground as a child, you know it is one of the largest and most loved playgrounds on the island. But it has reached the end of its useful life and must be replaced for safety, and this gives us the opportunity to make some exciting improvements. Perhaps best of all, the future playground will be far more inclusive for all ages and abilities. No longer will a child or caregiver have to miss out on the fun.  Listen here as Curt Thomas and Stephanie Page describe the ongoing effort, why this work needs to take place, and the incredibly cool new features coming soon. Plus, listen for news regarding an upcoming community event where we can all pitch in to help build the future of play on the island. To learn more, log on to www.kidsup.fun Credits: BCB Host: Jo Jenkins; Editor and Publisher: Chris Walker

The future of play on the island has never looked brighter. There is an effort, in partnership with the Bainbridge Island Parks & Recreation District and the Parks Foundation, to replace the damaged Kid’s Up Playground at Battle Point Park. If you’ve ever visited Battle Point with your kids or if you yourself remember playing on this playground as a child, you know it is one of the largest and most loved playgrounds on the island. But it has reached the end of its useful life and must be replaced for safety, and this gives us the opportunity to make some exciting improvements. Perhaps best of all, the future playground will be far more inclusive for all ages and abilities. No longer will a child or caregiver have to miss out on the fun.  Listen here as Curt Thomas and Stephanie Page describe the ongoing effort, why this work needs to take place, and the incredibly cool new features coming soon. Plus, listen for news regarding an upcoming community event where we can all pitch in to help build the future of play on the island. To learn more, log on to www.kidsup.fun Credits: BCB Host: Jo Jenkins; Editor and Publisher: Chris Walker

Today we welcome Roy Brown of Backstreet JellyRoll Who play a free concert at Battle Point Park on July 17th The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle that covers culture, current events, humor, music, sports, technology, politics, island activities, environment, quality of life issues, wellness and just about everything else. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your understanding.  Our Podcast is brought to you by: Eagle Harbor Insurance Blue Canary Great Northern Electric Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Listen on Spotify, PlayerFM, Itunes, TuneIN, Castbox, and more! Music performed by Band of Steves of The Island Music Guild. 206-780-6911 lessons@islandmusic.org  *additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com

Ready, Set, Go! The Fourth Annual Trillium Trail Run starts at 9:30 am on Saturday May 11 at Battle Point Park, and ends with food and live music from Seattle band Mud Junket. Don't miss it! As the island’s only organized and supported trail run, the Trillium Trail Run offers both 5k and 10k options, exploring the Forest to Sky Trail and the Grand Forest. Named for the trillium flowers that bloom in May, the run is family friendly and all proceeds support the Bainbridge Parks Foundation’s efforts to maintain and expand the island’s vast and beautiful network of trails. Both the 5k and 10k runs start at 9:30am on Saturday, May 11; on-site registration opens at Battle Point Park at 8:30am. Proceeds from food sales at the post-run festivities will support the new KidsUp! Playground. For more information and to register, log on to www.biparksfoundation.org. Credits: BCB host: Jo Jenkins; audio tech: Justin Lynn; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

On Today's episode... The Bainbridge Easter Bunny was spotted hiding eggs at Battle Point Park this weekend. We prepare for zombie apocalypse: AKA: Olympic Drive repairs and dish on the extra details we have about the Winslow Way fire. All that and lot of other Bainbridge Island news on Wake Up Bainbridge!

Curious about the new playground at Battle Point Park? Hear what's in store for the children of Bainbridge, and how you can help it come to pass. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Barbara Trafton, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation, and two members of the Parks District Advisory Committee and KidsUp Campaign, Curt Thomas and Stephanie Page. Together, they talk about why the existing playground needs updating. We also learn about the new design elements being considered, including a large “ferry boat” play structure that speaks to our Pacific Northwest and Bainbridge roots. This project is a collaborative effort between the Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation District, the Parks Foundation and a citizen's advisory committee. It is also a community effort. There are many ways to get involved. If interested, you can join the campaign committee, submit design ideas, and donate. For more information, please visit the BI Parks Foundation website or the Park District website.   Credits: BCB host Christina Hulet; publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.  

In this 45 minute podcast, recorded at a forum held by the League of Women Voters on Wednesday evening, October 11, at Bainbridge City Hall, we hear from Bainbridge Island’s candidates for  Parks and Recreation Commissioner, incumbent Kirk Robinson and challenger Michael Pollack. Listen here as the two candidates address issues posed by their audience, including questions about the plans for the Sakai park, the district's relationship with the Senior Center, the disc golf setup at Battle Point Park, the inclusion of dogs on the island's trails, term limits, the Parks and Rec budget, open communications, and more. Special thanks to City Communications Manager Kellie Stickney for providing access to this recording. Credits: Audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.  

In this 45 minute podcast, recorded at a forum held by the League of Women Voters on Wednesday evening, October 11, at Bainbridge City Hall, we hear from Bainbridge Island's candidates for  Parks and Recreation Commissioner, incumbent Kirk Robinson and challenger Michael Pollack. Listen here as the two candidates address issues posed by their audience, including questions about the plans for the Sakai park, the district's relationship with the Senior Center, the disc golf setup at Battle Point Park, the inclusion of dogs on the island's trails, term limits, the Parks and Rec budget, open communications, and more. Special thanks to City Communications Manager Kellie Stickney for providing access to this recording. Credits: Audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.  

In this "What's Up" podcast, Battle Point Astronomical Association president Steve Ruhl and Kids Astronomy director Dr. Erica Saint Clare talk with BCB host Sonia Scaer about the upcoming Saturday May 14th planetarium shows in Battle Point Park. This month's theme is about exploring other planets that might possibly be inhabited by other life forms. Steve will present a talk on exoplanets, which are planets that orbit a star other than the Sun. Over 2000 exoplanets have been discovered since 1988! And there are many more to discover. Steve invites us to learn how we see them and what they tell us about our solar system and other habitable worlds which might be out there. Erica is offering a fun-filled children's program. Kids pre-K to 5th grade are invited with their parents to learn about the “Drake equation” and what that has to do with exoplanets and why the number 2 is important. In the hands-on activity, participants will create their own planets and match their planet to a solar system. Whether you are a beginner, experienced amateur or advanced astronomer, there's something for you at the Saturday May 14th shows. The “Kids' Shows” are at 5PM and 6PM, and the “Exoplanet” presentation is at 8PM. There is a suggested $2 donation for nonmembers of the association, $5 for families. The shows are free to members of BPAA. For more information on the events you may visit the BPAA website at http://bpastro.org Credits: BCB host: Sonia Scaer; BCB audio editor: Tim Bird; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

We are so fortunate on Bainbridge Island to live in a community with its own planetarium, big telescope, beautiful artist-built sundial, and an astronomical association with members who can and do, monthly, explain to us what we see out there in vast space. Frank Petrie, board member of the Battle Point Astronomical Association and project manager for the sundial is just one of those sky savvy guys who knows what's out there and can share his knowledge with us. In this podcast interview, Frank tells BCB host Channie Peters about the upcoming planetarium presentation at the Ritchie Observatory on Saturday January 9th at 7:30pm. Frank will talk about the history, science and art of sundials, with slides, videos and the technology inside the observatory. If you've never visited the planetarium, that is worth a visit and tour of the night sky represented in a dome-like screen on which accurate images of constellations, galaxies, planets, the moon and sun are projected on the concave surface to replicate what's happening in the sky. The projection can zoom in and out, run time fast-forward or backwards to show how the sky changes through the course of a night or a year. It can project far into the future or look back to prehistoric times when the constellations looked different. In addition to learning about how a sundial works, Dr. Erica Saint Clair will give a sundial-themed kids' presentation with fun activities. All this will be happening at the John Rudolph Planetarium in the Ritchie Observatory in Battle Point Park. Admission is free to members; for nonmembers, the suggested donation is $2/person or $5/family. The planetarium has limited seating - about 50 people - so come early to get a good seat. Learn more at the website of the Battle Point Astronomical Association. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

On Saturday August 29th at Battle Point Park, beginning at 11am, Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and Recreation District will host an all-day Birthday Bash to celebrate its 50th Anniversary. In this podcast Lori Quick-Meija, Community Outreach Program Manager of BI Parks and Rec gives BCB host Joan Sutliff the inside scoop on this exciting family-friendly event.  Activities at the party will include community booths (there is still room for for non-profits and others to participate, hint, hint) with hands-on activities, classic cars, a childrens' bike rodeo, mainstage entertainment, and a giant birthday cake! The main stage will be located next to the Observatory; entertainment onstage will include demonstrations of swing dancing, cheerleading, break dancing and more.  From 2pm to 7pm the family friendly bands Johnny Bregar, Whozyamama, and Mutha Knows Best will perform. There will also be food and a beer garden. Come join the fun on Saturday, August 29th and get a piece of giant birthday cake! The event is free, but participants are encouraged to bring donations of school supplies to benefit Helpline House's backpack program. Virginia Mason Bainbridge Island Medical Center is the generous sponsor of the Birthday Bash. Additional details about the Birthday Bash can be found on the Parks Department website.  Credits: BCB host: Joan Sutliff; studio tech: Barry Peters; audio editor: Finn Mander;  Publishers Diane and Chris Walker.

How do you design, build and install a 10 foot steel sundial, one of the biggest in Washington? Why have a sundial in a place where it rains a lot?  The answers to these questions and many more will be answered on Sunday, July 19th at 1 pm at the Ritchie Observatory near the southern parking areas along the service road in Battle Point Park.  The free public event is hosted by the Battle Point Astronomical Association (BPAA). In this interesting interview, meet Bill Baran-Mickle, a renowned metal artist who designed and built the sundial, and Frank Petrie, a BPAA board member and professional civil engineer, who was one of the main collaborators in the financing and engineering of the project. The elegant and massive 10-foot sundial on a 3-foot base is a stunning work of public art financed with private funds raised from individuals in our community as well as from others far afield.  This sundial represents a confluence of art and science set adjacent to Bainbridge Island's night sky observatory. This exciting dedication will be an opportunity for our community to experience this beautiful sculpture and ancient time piece together with the artist and many of those who have worked for many years to bring this installation to fruition. Credit: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Tim Bird; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Bainbridge Island is home to a planetarium and the largest publicly accessible telescope in the Northwest. The Battle Point Astronomical Association (BPAA) holds regular planetarium shows and telescope viewings that are open to the public at the Edwin E. Ritchie Observatory at Battle Point Park. In this podcast, Dr. Erica Saint Clair tells BCB host Sonia Scaer about the upcoming Planetarium Show on Saturday evening June 13th at 8:30 pm. This family event about visiting the planets and exploring with planetary rovers is sure to inspire wonder and mystery. Erica's topic that evening will be “Exploring our Solar System”. If the sky is clear, visitors will be invited after the presentation to view the stars and planets of the night sky through the telescopes of BPAA astronomers. Erica explains: “From our first interplanetary landing on Venus to roving around Mars our venture to explore the solar system around us has been fraught with obstacles, heartache and unthinkable triumph. For the past 6 decades we have been exploring our solar system with landers, rovers, and probes. Spend the evening learning about the history and future of humankind's interaction with our other planets and top it off with viewing Venus, the first planet to have a probe successfully landed upon it, through our observatory telescopes.” Battle Point Astronomical Association welcomes individual and family memberships. Gain access to classes, talks and even the ability to check out telescopes allowing you to view the night sky all month long from the comfort of your own backyard. The evening is free to BPAA members. A $2 donation is suggested for nonmembers, and $5 for families. For more information about the Association, see http://bpastro.org Credits: BCB host: Sonia Scaer; BCB editor and publisher: Barry Peters.

In this podcast, Mary Anne Moorman, an event coordinator for the Bainbridge Island Bluegrass Festival, talks with BCB host Linda McCarty. The event offers a day of bluegrass music, children's activities, food, beverages and fun for the whole family on Saturday, July 26, at Battle Point Park. There is a great line-up of bluegrass musicians performing throughout the day, including: The Warren G Hardings, Me and the Boys, The 1 Uppers, North Country, Water Tower Band, Top String, and the Crichton Family Band. This is the 9th year for this event, and proceeds will benefit the local nonprofit Friends of the Farm. Food will include fresh and local favorites, with a variety of foods aimed at pleasing adults as well as children. There will be hearth-baked pizzas and hand-made ginger ale from Bon Fire Ovenworks. Grillside Mobile Barbecue will offer pulled pork, ribs, collard greens and other treats, and Emmy's Vege House, Rooster's Cafe and Viking Feast Ice Cream will be on site. There will be local wines and a beer garden from Commuter Comforts, plus locally-made spirits will be offered by Bainbridge Distilleries. Feel free to bring your own picnic and beverage and spread your blanket under a tree, and enjoy! This year the Festival has expanded their activities for children. Keeping with the musical theme of the day, there will be qualified teachers instructing children how to make a musical instrument out of recycled materials. By the end of the class they will be taught, and be able to play, a simple song on their instruments. There will also be an instrument petting zoo, and musical face painting and more. Parking is plentiful and free and parking attendants will be on hand to guide you. It is sure to be a beautiful, hot day, so bring a sun hat, sunscreen, picnic blanket or chair … and enjoy! For more information on this event, go to their website: bainbridgebluegrassfestival.com Credits: BCB host: Linda McCarty; BCB audio editor: Tim Bird; Ukulele riff: Tim Bird; BCB ferry music: Dogfish Bay Studio.

In this podcast Georgia Browne, Cultural Events and Public Relations Coordinator for the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and Recreation Department talks with BCB host Lyssa Danehy deHart about several exciting performances planned for Battle Point Park this summer. The Sounds of Summer concert series will begin July 9th with jazz group Pearl Django, and run Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 pm. Scheduled performances include:    •July 9 – Pearl Django – Jazz    •July 16 – Matuto – Brazilian backbeats with Bluesy riffs    •July 23 – John Reischman and the Jaybirds – stylish Bluegrass    •July 30 – Laura Love Trio – Folk/Funk Singer Songwriter    •Aug 6 – The Senate – Acoustic Rock    •Aug 13 – Jessica Lynne – Country    •Aug 20 – Shaggy Sweet – Classic rock with a twist As a special treat, Seattle's Greenstage Production Company will bring a performance of Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost to the park on the afternoon of August 3rd. For more information, check the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and Recreation Department website at www.biparks.org Credits: Host and Audio Editor: Lyssa Danehy deHart; BCB ferry music by Dogfish Bay Studios; What's Up music splash: Dave Bristow.