Podcasts about channie peters

Originally a 1994 Australian musical comedy film, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is  a fabulous disco musical about two drag performers and a transgender woman who travel across the Australian outback in their pink bus, Priscilla, performing their unique style of cabaret. In this interview, lead actors Troy Wageman, Matty McCaslin and Bo Mellinger join BPA Production Manager Deirdre Hadlock to talk about the challenges of staging a bus crossing the desert while singing and dancing in high platform heels, rocking it out with some of your favorite disco tunes from the 80's.  But the show isn't just a spectacular good time; it is also about finding a sense of connection and friendship, and celebrating the inherent basic goodness and worth of everyone. To honor the original movie's Academy Award for best costume design, Broadway costume designer Barbara Klingberg will dazzle us with stunning and over-the-top costumes for the leading Queens and performers. The Community Partner for this production is Bainbridge Pride. Priscilla, Queen of the Desert opens October 13th and runs through October 29th, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 3:00 pm.  Pay-what-you-can preview is Thursday, October 12th. Tickets are on sale now at bainbridgeperformingarts.org: get yours today, and get ready to dress up and start dancing! Credits: BCB host, Channie Peters; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

Meet Channie Peters, longtime Bainbridge Island volunteer and host of over 150 BCB podcast interviews. Channie and her husband, BCB founder Barry Peters, will be moving away shortly; in this podcast BCB host Christina Hulet talks with Channie about her experiences and observations living on the island for 16 years – what's changed, what our strengths are, and what we could do differently as a community. A very active member of our community, Channie is perhaps best known for helping her husband Barry launch Bainbridge Community Broadcasting (BCB) in 2014. But in addition to hosting interviews for BCB and teaching and mentoring new hosts, Channie has also been involved with many local organizations over the years. Not only has she volunteered at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art; she's also served on numerous local boards, including the Bainbridge Community Foundation, the Bainbridge Public Library, and Cedars Unitarian Universalist Church. Listen here as Channie reflects on her many years of community involvement and the challenges inherent in an evolving life. How does, for instance, a retired banker become a podcaster? What do we have to let go of in order to do something new? And, how can we handle change as individuals and as a Bainbridge community? Channie also discusses her and her husband's recent decision to move to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). CCRCs offer people over 60 a continuum of independent living, residential assisted living services, memory care and skilled nursing care all in one place. (More information can be found at www.seniorliving.org/lifestyles/ccrc). While her choice to move is being made primarily to be closer to her grandchildren, Channie also helps us to understand the value of making significant changes like this one while you're still energetic and healthy enough to become an active member of a new community. However difficult it may be -- choosing to leave a place in which you've invested so much -- Channie shares her insights with grace and a deep respect for Bainbridge. We know she will be missed.  Credits: BCB host, Christina Hulet; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

Come bring a carful of family and friends for History on the Move: a unique opportunity to explore our wonderful island! In this podcast, BI History Museum event organizer Sean Megy tells us about a unique fundraiser for the museum, the first of its kind on Bainbridge Island: a Scavenger Hunt on Wheels. The scavenger hunt will take participants to eight locations around the island to hunt for clues and learn some of the fascinating facts about Bainbridge Island.   History on the Move will unroll on October 7th from 1-5 pm, and the museum is hoping for at least 100 vehicles to register, each with as many team members as will fit inside. The advantage of a full carload? More family, friends, and fun -- and more brainpower, to solve the riddles given at each stop along the route! At 5pm, you'll join the other participants back at the museum for a grand celebration of the day, with food, live music, and prizes. Sounds like a total hoot, right? Come join the party! For more information and to register your vehicle for this amazing adventure, visit the Bainbridge History Museum website by clicking here. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; audio editor: Tim Bird; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Wishing you could do something to help victims of Hurricane Harvey? In this 5-minute podcast, Diana Brink, office manager of Bainbridge Island's Current Dental, offers a way to help victims of Houston's devastating hurricane. After a devastating event such as Hurricane Harvey, there is a desperate need for toiletry items (see list, below). Because Current Dental has connections to Houston they're asking people to bring these items to one of Current Dental's two offices: Diana and her staff will pack them up into individual kits and ship them to Houston Recovers, the City of Houston Disaster Recovery Center. Since these are generally low-cost items, anyone, including children, can purchase a few and feel they are genuinely helping desperately needy hurricane victims.   On Bainbridge Island, toiletry items may be taken to the Current Dental office at 213 Madison Ave. N, Suite 100. In Bremerton, their office is at 2625 Wheaton Way, Suite D. For more information, visit  currentdental.com. Requested items include: Adult and Kids tooth brushes Toothpaste, dental floss and mouthwash Bar and body soaps Shampoo and Conditioner Hand sanitizer Kleenex (small) Combs Bandaids Nail clippers Wash cloths Deodorant Men's razors and shave cream Women's razors and shave gel Feminine hygiene productsSmall toys and stickers Cards and notes for victims Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

On this episode we revisit our features on Bainbridge Community Broadcasting, and our interviews with founders Barry and Channie Peters. BCB started out as a low-power community radio initiative, but pivoting into podcasting when the group discovered that would better serve their community. We’ll listen to our first conversation with them from July 2015, and […] The post Podcast #107 – Exploring Community Podcasting appeared first on Radio Survivor.

Did you know that the stories we tell ourselves can keep us trapped? In Lyssa Danehy deHart's new book, StoryJacking: change your internal dialogue, transform your life, she draws on her many years as a professional counselor, life coach and therapist to show us, not only how the stories we tell ourselves may be trapping us but how we can set ourselves free with greater self-awareness. In this podcast, Lyssa talks with BCB host, Channie Peters about what the term, “Story Jacking” means, and how “StoryJacking is about learning to grow yourself as a person of self-mastery by exploring your relationship to the stories that you tell yourself.”   Listen here to learn how Lyssa came to write this book, and about her hope that readers will develop greater courage for self-discovery and begin making choices from a place of self-knowledge rather than a place of fear. Lyssa will be talking more about StoryJacking at Eagle Harbor bookstore on Thursday, September 14th at 6:30 pm; dont miss it! Credits: BCB host, Channie Peters; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

Dale Henderson, the renowned cellist who founded Bach in the Subways, will return to Bloedel Reserve on the evening of September 3rd for the final concert in the Reserve's Summer Concert Series. Together with Atlanta Symphony principal harpist, Elisabeth Remy Johnson, he'll be bringing us a unique and lively program of music for harp and cello. These two accomplished musicians trained together in Boston as young students, and reconnected in 2015 to form Parsa Duo.  Since then, the popular pair have performed around the country, their unusual instrumental pairing garnering  great acclaim. Since there's not an abundance of music written for cello and harp, the two musicians transcribe parts originally written for other instruments — a task that requires a high level of patience and mastery to generate the magically beautiful music that results from their work. For Dale, however, “This program really was a labor of love. Parsa Duo has been one big, fun experiment!” Pieces offered for the September 3 concert include audience favorites from the last three years of performance, he adds — “Our Greatest Hits so to speak! I'm tremendously excited to share this program with the audience at Bloedel.” The following music will be performed: Chant du ménestrel………………….Aleksandr Glasunov (1865-1936) Piece en forme de habanera……….Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) Histoire du tango……………………..Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992) Bordel  1900 Café  1930 Nightclub  1960 Concert d'aujourd'hui Intermission Kol Nidrei………………………………..Max Bruch (1838-1920) Roumanian Folk Dances…………….Béla Bartók (1872-1958) Joc cu bâta Brâul Pe loc Buciumeana For more information, or to order tickets, visit http://bloedelreserve.org/event/summerconcerts/. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Barry Peters; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Looking for fun ways to get your children connected with nature? Look no further! Bainbridge Island's Bloedel Reserve has the perfect solution: bring the kids to Bloedel on Saturday, August 26, for Bloedel's Out(side)rageous Family Day. Spend the day from 10:00 am till 2:30 pm exploring the beautiful gardens and grounds of Bloedel Reserve with the new specially designed self-guided children's activities and children's garden walks.   Dance and prance to the popular bands, Recess Monkey (11 am) and Harmonica Pocket (noon), then enjoy a family picnic on the beautiful lawn behind the Visitors Center. Beverages for children and beer and wine for adults will be available for purchase. For more information, click here, and to purchase tickets click here. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Janette Force, Executive Director of the Port Townsend Film Festival, will again bring a special festival preview to the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art at 7 pm on Wednesday, September 6. This year's festival preview will feature nine short films - documentaries, narratives and an animated film - to exemplify the depth and passion of the 88 films from 14 countries that will be featured at the festival, now in its 18th year. The preview is a great opportunity for us to see some of the shorts that will be paired with full length films at the festival. In this podcast, Janette gives us a rundown of the diverse films in the preview screening. Their stories are unique and thought provoking, from Johanna Under the Ice, a documentary about a woman who deep dives through ice, to High Chapparal, a Swedish film about a Wild West theme park converted to a camp for refugees.  You won't want to miss these extraordinary films, which are unlikely to be seen anywhere else. A complete list of the films at the preview on September 6th: "Johanna Under the Ice" - Directed by Ian Derry "The Card Shark" - Directed by Rex Carter "Legal Smuggling with Christine Choy" - Directed by Lewie Kloster "High Chapparal" - Directed by David Freid "Jonah" - Directed by Andrew Michael Ellis "Slacker" - Directed by Max Lowe "The Counselor" - Directed by Guy Bauer "Odd Ball" - Directed by Joshua Moore "Denali's Raven" - Directed by Renan Ozturk The preview program begins at 7 pm with two screening segments -- each about 30 minutes -- separated by an intermission, with tasty treats provided by the museum's bistro. Once you've seen the preview, you'll see why the three-day festival -- where the delightful town of Port Townsend is completely taken over by festival-goers, catered to by all the restaurants and stores -- is so popular! More information about the festival will be available at ptfestival.com beginning in mid-August. Tickets for the September 6th preview at BIMA can be purchased at Brown Paper Tickets. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

In this informative podcast, Women in Photography co-curators Greg Robinson and photographer Linda Wolf provide fascinating insight into the development of photography over the 70-year span between the ages of the photographers in this dynamic show. Evident in the show's breadth are the changes in photography techniques, processes, types of cameras, and printing materials used by the 10 diverse women from the Puget Sound region chosen for the exhibition:    •Megumi Shauna Arai    •Ashley Armitage    •Marsha Burns    •C. Davida Ingram    •Marilyn Montufar    •Janet Neuhauser    •Mary Randlett    •Meghann Riepenhoff    •Heather Boose Weiss    •Linda Wolf Explaining why they decided to focus this photography exhibit on women, Linda makes the point that “Exhibiting women's photographs not only educates and empowers girls and women, it gives us all much to think about and include in our world-views regardless of gender. "Advancing and honoring women's perspectives, women's imaginations and voices creates new cultural norms and behaviors, and furthers both women's and men's enlightenment about the necessity of changing the paradigm from power-over, which is destroying us, to power-with and partnering. The story of women in photography has much to teach us.” She also tells the story behind the exhibit's signature photograph, shown above, which she took 40 years ago in France. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Diane Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

The Lynwood Theater could very well be the “Who” of this Who's On Bainbridge podcast, since its presence in this small community contributes to making Bainbridge such a special place to live.  But it was TJ Faddis who turned this old and ordinary theater into the art theater it is today. From 2000 until 2011, TJ managed and curated foreign films and documentaries at Bainbridge's iconic art theater at Lynwood Center. Over that time the Lynwood became a place where islanders could come, spend a couple of hours watching a film, and return home feeling uplifted, stimulated, and with newly opened hearts and minds. In this podcast, TJ reminisces with BCB host, Channie Peters about her 11 years at the theater, recalling some of her most memorable moments and memorable films. Listen here, and learn how she got there, why she loved it, how she selected the films, and what she loved about it.   You'll also learn how the Lynwood Theater came to be differentiated as the island's unique "art theater," and how Michael Moore's Fahrenheit 9/11 gave Bainbridge Island a very practical gift that we still enjoy every summer. Let's hear it for TJ and the Lynwood Theater! Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Author and pacifist Sarah Sentilles believes humans can choose to create or to destroy: life, art, families, beauty -- it's all up to us. In Draw Your Weapons, Sentilles' fourth book, she offers visual imagery through the written word in a literary collage that inspires us to look deeper into our choices; to explore our ability both to create beauty and to wreak violence and destruction. Ten years in the making, Draw Your Weapons is a most unusual book of nonfiction, in which images of war, violence and torture vie with images of peace, ordinary life and art to help readers comprehend the magnitude and power of their choices. Listen here as Sarah explains the nature of literary collage, and why she chose this format for her book. She also shares the very personal and difficult journey she took in bringing this project to fruition. Don't miss the chance to explore this fascinating topic with her further, as Sarah presents her work at Eagle Harbor Books on Wednesday, August 9th at 12:30 as part of their Brown Bag Lunch series.  Bring your lunch and the bookstore will provide drinks and snacks.  Though not required, reservations are recommended so that space and drinks can be generously planned: Just call Eagle Harbor Books at 206-842-5332 to let them know you plan to attend. For more information, visit www.Eagleharborbooks.com. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

What happens when a lion, a zebra, and a hippo escape from Central Park Zoo? A crazy musical adventure called Madagascar! In this podcast BPA education director Liz Ellis explains how she came to choose Madagascar for the summer theatre school finale and introduces us to three of the young students at the BPA Theatre School who will bring the show to life on the BPA stage next weekend. Listen here as Milly Thompson, Rose Weaver and Frances Killian get behind the BCB studio mics to tell BCB host Channie Peters about  Alex (the lion), Marty (the zebra), and Gloria (the hippo) and their decision to escape from their lifelong home at New York's Central Park Zoo. When these brave critters end up in Madagascar with a talented cast of penguins and lemurs, there is sure to be crazy great fun! All seasoned BPA theatre school students, Milly, Rose and Frances also tell us what they love about the theatre school. Not only are there lots of opportunities to learn both on-stage and off-stage skills, they get to develop camaraderie and closeness with their friends.   Take a cast of 40 kids, add the fabulous musical score from the DreamWorks movie production and some high energy dance routines, and it's clear that everyone on stage is having the time of their lives -- and you will, too! So click here to get your tickets now for this dynamic musical!Performances will be at 7 pm Thursday, July 27th, 28th and 29th, with an additional performance Saturday afternoon at 3 pm.   Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Bestselling author Sylvia Brownrigg will return to Eagle Harbor bookstore on July 27th to present her newest book, Pages for Her, a thought-provoking and delightfully enjoyable exploration of the lives of two women, former friends and lovers, who reconnect after 20 years. In this, Brownrigg's seventh book of fiction, the two protagonists she first introduced 16 years ago in Pages for You meet again after 20 years.  As they explore the very different paths their lives have taken, opportunities arise for them -- and for us -- to reflect on the  impact of life choices. The two books exist independent of one another: it is not necessary to read the earlier book before tackling Pages for Her. Listen in on this phone conversation between Sylvia Brownrigg and BCB host Channie Peters, and you'll learn why Sylvia decided to revisit these particular characters, and how she came to imagine the divergent lives lived by these two women.   When asked to describe the different focus of the two novels and the two main characters, Sylvia responds with a fascinating exploration of the various ways we love those whom we love; the children, mothers, partners, and others who people our complex and remarkably individualistic lives. Please join us at Eagle Harbor bookstore at 7 pm on Thursday, July 27th to hear Sylvia tell us more about this beautifully written novel and how it came into being. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Barry Peters; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Whether she is teaching children or adults, calligrapher, artist, teacher, and dancer Yoko Murao doesn't so much teach as guide her students; helping them to discover their own unique artistic voice. There is, therefore, no prescribed format for her calligraphy classes: from the moment each student picks up the brush, each experience is different. What's important is the wide-eyed wonder in the eyes of her students when they create the Chinese or Japanese characters with their brushes.   You, too, can discover your inner calligrapher when Yoko returns to the Bainbridge Bodhi Center on Saturday, July 15th to teach “Calligraphy for Beginners.” To sign up for this exciting and inspiring class, visit the Bodhi Center website here.  All supplies (brushes, paper, ink) will be provided for use during the workshop. Yoko Murao has been practicing, teaching, and exhibiting in the Pacific Northwest for over 35 years. She has taught at Seattle Asian Art Museum, Lakeside Upper School, Urasenke Tea School, Zen Center, and many Seattle Public Schools.  She has also exhibited in Japan and in the Pacific Northwest, and has created installations for private and public spaces.  For more about Yoko and her work, visit her website at yokomurao.com. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Worried about the decline in civil conversation? Curious about what inspires and motivates your fellow islanders? Meet Chip McDermott, and learn about his new forum, CHiP Talks -- an opportunity for ordinary individuals in our community to share their ideas for what has meaning for them; what inspires and motivates them.  CHiP talks offer a positive and supportive environment in which to share positive ideas with deep listening, without judgment or negativity. Here's how Chip explains it (From chiptalks.com): I've started a live monthly talk series; a community conversation, to celebrate our commonality and encourage our connection with others. I've always been fascinated by people's stories and experiences, including their reflections on the big questions: Questions of meaning, virtue, why adversity? purpose and passion.  And, I think it's vitally important we continue to teach and model the art of regular interaction with one another, face to face, regardless of whether we are friends, strangers or even family. The format for this two-hour event, which will begin at 6 pm this coming Friday, June 30th, is to hear from four speakers, people who may be our friends and neighbors, who will each speak for 15 minutes.  Each will be followed by three questions from the audience. This week's speakers and topics are: Chip McDermott - “The Power of Face to Face” Elizabeth Bell - “Gratitude” James Bowman - “A Beautiful State of Being” Jen Breen - “What  We Can Learn from Nature” Tickets for this event ($5) may only be purchased at the door. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Looking for ways to stay active and healthy? The BI Senior Center can help! In this podcast we chat with Reed Price, Executive Director of the Senior Center, and meet two of the exercise teachers who have designed or adapted programs just for BI seniors. Helen Heaslip leads Gentle Exercise at 9 am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Her classes combine aerobic, flexibility and strength training in a positive, energizing environment: Gentle Exercises are designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. Participants are guided on how to extend or alter the program to accommodate their personal fitness needs. Tanya Agnew teaches Nia, which combines dance, martial arts and mindfulness to tone our bodies while transforming our minds.  Nia is a holistic fitness practice that addresses each aspect of our lives -- body, mind and soul.  This class is at 1 pm on Wednesdays and Fridays. Reed tells us about other exercise programs as well, such as line dancing, Tai Chi practice, Yoga Flow with Judith Bardsley,  and more.  For a complete listing of exercise programs click here.   All Senior Center fitness classes are drop-in, no advance registration necessary.  Helen's Gentle Exercise is $5 per class; Tanya's Nia class is $7.50 per class. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

What have we here? Meet Sir John Falstaff (John Ellis), Mistress Ford (Jennifer Hodges), and her jealous husband Master Ford (Pete Benson), stars of one of  Shakespeare's funniest comedies! In this hilarious 12-minute podcast, John, Jennifer and Pete have a great time telling us what the Merry Wives of Windsor is about -- and they also share their insights about Shakespeare's (always ahead of his time) underlying feminist messages. As our visitors talk about the significance and interpretation of their roles you'll get a delicious foretaste of how fun and entertaining the performances of Merry Wives of Windsor will be. This cast is clearly having a blast, and this is a great opportunity to join them in the merriment.  Performances begin Thursday, July 6th and will run Thursdays - Sundays through July 23rd.  Bring your family, friends and a picnic to enjoy in the Sheep Meadow at 6 pm; the play will begin at 7.  Wine and beer will be available for purchase (proceeds benefit Bloedel Reserve).  No outside alcohol, please. Tickets for these fabulous summer Shakespeare events sell out quickly, so visit the Bainbridge Performing Arts website (https://www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org/collections/bpa-presents/products/the-merry-wives-of-windsor) and order yours today! Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Liam McEvilly, Program Director at Boys and Girls Club, returns to What's Up Bainbridge together with Liz Ellis, Education Director at BPA, and Lauren Henry, Education Director at Kidimu, to tell us about all the fun, stimulating and educational activities for  our island's smallest citizens. Listen here to learn about all these organizations are doing to keep your children occupied and learning over the summer. Their fun programs for the youngest build on academic skills (reading, arithmetic) as well as life skills, including listening, getting along with others, patience, and kindness. In addition to some specific programs, Boys and Girls Club and Kidimu have ongoing daily programs for Bainbridge Island's youngest.  For more information, check out their websites: Kidimu Bainbridge Performing Arts Boys and Girls Club Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

The beautiful lawns and meadow of Bloedel Reserve will again this year be the venue for three concerts over the summer, two classical ones wrapped around a rockin' high energy concert in the middle of the summer. Tickets for this Saturday evening June 24th concert are available at this Bloedel Reserve webpage. Doors open at 6pm for the outdoor concert behind the mansion overlooking Puget Sound. You may bring a picnic but not alcoholic beverages. Sales of wine and beer that night at the concert will benefit Bloedel's programs.  In this podcast, Shayla Miles, Programs and Events Manager of Bloedel Reserve tells BCB about the summer concert series, titled “Music with a View.”  She is joined in the interview by the featured violinist of the June 24th opening concert. We meet Dr. Quinton Morris, who is described as having “a multifaceted career as concert violinist, educator, entrepreneur, and filmmaker.” As the opening concert, Quintin Morris will begin the series setting a high standard.  He will perform three sonatas for violin and keyboard by Chevalier de Saint-Georges, accompanied by Erin Chung on the piano.  There will also be a film screening of “The BREAKTHROUGH”, which premiered at the Seattle Art Museum and the Louvre in Paris among other distinguished locations. “The film explores the music and history of the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a musician of African origin who, against all odds, rose to become one of the most prolific and forgotten figures of the 18th century.” The film has been featured in film festivals in Las Vegas and New York, and it won the “Diamond Award” top prize at the European Independent Film Awards in Paris and the bronze award at the Global Music Awards in Los Angeles. In celebration of the 270th anniversary of the birth of Joseph Boulogne (better known as the Chevalier de Saint-Georges), Quinton Morris created "The BREAKTHROUGH": a short film telling a modernized story of the 18th century athlete, concert violinist, and composer. Quinton performs Saint-George's three violin sonatas and makes his acting debut as the historical violinist in this visionary film capturing key aspects of musician's life. Sebastien Quequet, Head of Cultural Programs at Les Arts Decoratifs at the Louvre Museum at the Paris Premiere of "The BREAKTHROUGH", January 21, 2016, described the film as: “Creative and innovative—combining an academic lecture with a stellar performance and film with the lecturer as the musician, actor, and filmmaker should inspire everyone to aim towards success.” Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Sakai and Ordway assistant principal Warren Read will introduce his evocative first novel, Ash Falls, at Eagle Harbor Books on June 22 from 7-9 pm. In this podcast, Warren talks with BCB host Channie Peters about his first novel, which is already getting rave reviews.  Ash Falls, a small fictitious rural town in the mountains of Eastern Washington, is the setting for this suspense-filled psychological thriller, which beautifully evokes the gloominess of a Pacific Northwest winter. As Warren describes his choice of location, his process for creating his characters, and his theme -- that we often trap ourselves in prisons of our own making -- listeners can come to a deeper understanding of how he developed his characters with such deftness and insight. Warren's previous book is a memoir, The Lyncher in Me: the Search for Redemption in the Face of History.  He has also published numerous stories in literary journals.  Having taught 4th grade for many years on BI, he is currently assistant principal at Sakai and Ordway schools. Hearing Warren read his book is a beautiful treat.  He reads a short passage in this podcast, but will read more at the bookstore on June 22nd.  Join us for a satisfying listen. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

It's Kidimu's 12th birthday, and the celebration -- to be held Saturday June 3 from 10 - 2 -- is packed with excitement! In this eight minute podcast, Kidimu Executive Director, Susie Burdick tells BCB about how Kidimu's birthday parties have gotten bigger and better each year.  This year, beginning at 10 am, the fun festivities will include: 10:30 am      Poulsbo Leikarringen – folk dance performance 11:00 am      Bainbridge Performing Arts – Theatre School performance 11:30 am     American Red Cross and Ready Raccoon – safety presentation Noon           Island Aikido – martial arts demonstration 12:30pm     West Sound Wildlife Shelter – animal ambassadors program 1:00 pm      Spartronics Team 4915 – robotics demonstration   Family Fun on the Plaza 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., with special activities, featuring:      Bainbridge Island Museum of Art – craft      Bainbridge Prepares and Ready Raccoon – safety tips      Boys and Girls Club of Bainbridge Island – face painting      Fire Truck (1 – 2 ) and Police Car (10 – 2 ) – unless called to action      KiDiMu – Summer Camp Sneak Preview and Bubbles                      (in KiDiMu's outdoor space by the Museum)      Kitsap Regional Library – Bainbridge Island Brach – craft      Malone Pediatrics – teddy bear clinic      West Sound Wildlife Shelter – animal ambassadors And for adults with $10 burning a hole in their pockets, Dr. Brian Kovara from Living Well Chiropractic & Massage will offer 10-minute chair massages for $10 with 100 percent of the proceeds benefiting the museum! Available between 10 and 2. That's a Some Pizza will host a stand in front of KiDiMu and offer pizza and drinks for sale between 11 and 2. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Be sure to come to BARN's Grand Opening on June 3rd from 10 to 4 pm, when the Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network will celebrate their fabulous new facility on Three Tree Lane (off New Brooklyn Road) with tours and treats galore. Founded in 2012, the Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network began as a dream: a group of creative individuals visualizing a place where artisans and crafts(wo)men could all create under one roof. And now, on June 3rd, 2017, that dream is finally a reality -- a 25,000 square foot building with a soaring roof, many workspaces filled with natural light, and 11 studios for members to sand, drill, hammer, weave, knit, make jewelry, write, cook, weld, fuse glass, print, and make recordings. In this podcast, BARN Executive Director Mark Nichols, and BARN Board Chair Sallie Maron describe how BARN was conceived and brought to fruition with funds, designs, skills and the hard labor of the Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County communities.   Listen here as Mark and Sallie wax poetic on the building's design and their visions for its use, not just by Bainbridge Islanders, but by all of Kitsap County.  BARN will become a place of sharing as well as doing, attracting teachers, speakers, and artists from around the country to come and share their knowledge. Mark and Sallie enthusiastically invite you to join in celebrating the grand opening of this unique center for learning, creativity, and collaboration. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

On June 3rd from noon to 2pm Eagle Harbor Book Company will host its 3rd annual Seattle7Writers Summer Bookfest.  This year 20% of bookfest sales will be donated to the Bainbridge Schools Foundation.   In this 10-minute podcast, Suzanne Selfors, Bainbridge Island bestselling author of many beloved children's books, and Mairead Shutt, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Schools Foundation talk with BCB host, Channie Peters about this year's bookfest.   It's a terrific pairing: with their common missions to cultivate a love of reading in students, Eagle Harbor bookstore's choice to benefit the Bainbridge Schools Foundation with this year's Seattle7 earnings is a perfect fit for all. Seattle7Writers (www.seattle7writers.org/) is a nonprofit collective of Pacific Northwest authors whose mission is to foster and support a passion for the written word in our community and everywhere.  Authors participating in the June 3rd bookfest include Bruce Barcott, Dave Boling, Terry Brooks, Megan Chance, Claire Dederer, Kevin Emerson, Waverly Fitzgerald, Laurie Frankel, Brent Hartinger, Linda Johns, David Lasky, Donna Miscolta, Boyd Morrison, Suzanne Selfors, Garth Stein, Susan Wiggs, and David B. Williams. In previous years proceeds from the Bookfest have gone to the Bainbridge Island Library and to establish a library at the Boys and Girls Club. This year proceeds will go to the Bainbridge Schools Foundation (bainbridgeschoolsfoundation.com/), which  provides three critical areas of support to Bainbridge Island Schools:  supporting teachers (e.g., professional development & training, classroom grants); academic support in reading and math, Achieve program & homework clubs;  and Innovation through STEM initiatives, edible education in partnership with EduCulture, Circle of Friends for students with disabilities, and high school arts and lecture series.   Best of all, the entire community will enjoy meeting and talking with the authors -- so come on down! Get to know some of these terrific authors, enjoy the edible treats provided by the bookstore, and know that you're supporting the Bainbridge schools! Clearly this is a win-win! Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Multi-media! Puppets! A giant on stilts! Written by Andrew Lippa (The Addams Family), Big Fish is a Broadway musical with great heart and humor -- guaranteed fun for the whole family. In this upcoming BPA production, which will run May 12 -28 (with a pay-what-you-can preview on Thursday, May 11th) Jason Gingold stars as Edward Bloom, the bigger than life father whose fantastic tales amuse everyone except his son, who searches for the truth in his father's tales and life. Listen here as Jason and Big Fish musical director Aimee Hong describe the show's touching plot and beautiful music, and share what they find to be challenging, rewarding and inspiring about this show and its story.  It seems clear from their discussion that audiences will leave the theatre humming the beautiful musical themes and reflecting thoughtfully on their own relationships with parents and children. For more information and tickets for this heartwarming new BPA production, visit  bainbridgeperformingarts.org. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Claire Dederer's soon-to-be-released book, Love and Trouble: A Midlife Reckoning, is a very personal, honest, and intimate memoir about one woman's sexual self-discovery as a teenager, and her resurgent sexuality as a mid 40's wife and mother.  Claire's authentic voice is what makes this memoir what good memoirs should do - bring you into the world of the author to feel what she feels.   In this podcast, Claire talks with BCB host Channie Peters about why she wrote this very intimate, sometimes painful, sometimes funny, often sexy memoir.  And it isn't just personal.  She also shines a light on how society now talks about sexual assault, unwanted sexual advances, and how women cope with these.  If such discussions can happen more openly, then perhaps the sexual assaults that still continue - on college campuses, in the military, and even at the highest levels of government - will receive the legal attention they deserve -- and hopefully women will be less afraid to speak out. The book launch for Love and Trouble is Tuesday, May 9th at 7 pm at Eagle Harbor bookstore.  Claire will be joined by Bainbridge Island author Carol Cassella for a conversation about Claire's new memoir. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

In this podcast, the Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center's new Executive Director, Reed Price, tells BCB about the festivities happening on May 1st from 10am to 4pm to celebrate their Open House. All are welcome - seniors and and their families, plus volunteers and anyone else who is curious about the fun, stimulating, inspiring activities that happen there every day. The Senior Center is located in the Waterfront Park Community Center. Reed explains the recent changes at the Senior Center, some of which are contractual and administrative, while many of the popular programs and events will continue as before. One change involves the Senior Center's newly independent status from the Bainbridge Island Parks and Recreation District, which in recent years has provided the staffing for the Senior Center. The change to a system of board-appointed staff, like the Executive Director, means that the Senior Center will have more freedom to create new programs and partnerships with other community organizations. Reed is enthusiastic and open to new ideas for programs and activities, and encourages members of the community to contact him with their ideas. If you are interested in learning more about coming events, go to the Senior Community Center website, check the Center event calendar, and sign up to receive the newsletter, the "Splash". Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Diane Walker; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

“The most wondrous thing in the world is that all around us, people can be dying and we don't believe it can happen to us.” King Yudhistara from The Mahabbarata. Esteemed Tibetan lama and teacher, Anyen Rinpoche, who founded the Phowa Foundation in Denver, will be at the Bainbridge Bodhi Center April 29th and 30th to conduct an introductory retreat, together with his teaching partner Allison Choying Zangmo, on “Dying with Confidence”. In this podcast, Rinpoche and his teaching partner talk with BCB host Channie Peters about what their upcoming retreat will include. Death, including our own, is inevitable. Yet many are reluctant to talk about it or even think about it. We think that planning for our death is mostly limited to where and how we will be buried or cremated. But consider the possibility that preparing for death, for the ultimate letting go (of life), for an acceptance of impermanence, might enable us to die with confidence, and might even enable us to live with confidence. Anyen Rinpoche's vision is to help sentient beings around the world who are ill or dying or who wish to prepare for death in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Phowa ("transference of consciousness") is a Tibetan Buddhist practice, which helps the dying to leave this life behind without attachment or regret and find a positive rebirth. The practice of Phowa can benefit all beings, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, including animals. Based on his valuable book, "Living and Dying with Confidence: A Day-by-Day Guide", Rinpoche, seeing the need around the western world for facing death, and being asked to benefit people by providing guidance for this inevitability, has developed a Dying with Confidence training program, a transformative series of retreats that give students the guidance and skills to prepare themselves and others for confidence in facing death. This retreat will help participants face the experience of illness and death (both one's own death and that of friends and loved ones), through sitting meditation practice, mind training, breath practices, teachings on impermanence, awakening the heart and other practices that will help us to understand and respond to death with wisdom and compassion. Each day begins with gentle yoga and breath work to prepare the body for meditation practice. You can register at the Bainbridge Bodhi Center website. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Ah, Carmina Burana!  Who would've thought that Bainbridge Island would have the talent and capability (if not the space) to perform this spectacular, powerful, and complex opus by Carl Orff!   But we do!  BI Symphony Orchestra and Bainbridge Chorale will perform Carmina Burana and four well known works of choral sacred music on April 22 and 23 at the High School Gym -- and in this podcast you'll hear BI Symphony Orchestra conductor, Wes Schulz, and Bainbridge Chorale Conductor, Michael Austin Miller talk about the music, the lyrics and the challenges of performing this very popular music. In their fun and informative conversation with BCB host Channie Peters, we learn about the poetic texts that form the origin of the sometimes romantic, sometimes raunchy, sometimes melancholic lyrics for Orff's masterpiece, the work for which he is best known.  Michael and Wes explain where and when the texts were found and how they are used. We'll also hear about the challenges of combining so many musicians and singers on one makeshift “stage” and how they rehearse for this grand undertaking, and we'll learn about the other beautiful choral pieces that will be performed.   More information and tickets can be found at bainbridgeperformingarts.org and bainbridgechorale.org. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

On April 13th and 15th, Bloedel Reserve is offering guided plant-identification walks to point out the diversity of Spring plants that are now on view. Andy Navage, the Director of Grounds and Horticulture at Bloedel Reserve, is the knowledgable guide for these walks. In this podcast, Andy joins BCB host Bob Ross to discuss those two upcoming ‘Wild & Foraged Plant Walks'. Andy is a talented and passionate horticulturist. He discusses some of the plants that walkers are most likely to see and enjoy as the tour group forages in the lush wonders of early Spring. For example, Bloedel is famous for its many varieties of Rhododendrons, and the earliest to emerge are now awakening. Tour visitors are sure to see the lovely beds of Trillium, Epimedium, and the unfurling of the Fiddlehead ferns. Andy's tours are the perfect way to ask questions about the species in sight at Bloedel, of which there are thousands. The cost of the tour is $7 per member or $22 for a non-member. Plant ID walks are academic walks designed for adults, and are not recommended for children under age 14. For more information and to reserve a ticket for the guided walks, go to the Bloedel Reserve events webpage. Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; BCB studio tech: Channie Peters; and BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this interview, Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Chief Curator Greg Robinson has an illuminating and delightful conversation with Chris Maynard, a local artist whose medium is (legally sourced) bird feathers. His exhibition called "Featherfolio" is currently showing at the Art Museum.  Chris's first solo museum show has over 40 astounding artworks with feathers “carved” and artfully laid out in creative compositions. This show also includes four site-specific installations of birds - surgically formed from feathers - taking off on the walls in beautiful patterns. Late in his life Chris Maynard became an increasingly recognized full-time artist, having first had a career as a biologist. But it was that career and his long-time interest in nature, especially the inspirations of wildlife, birds and their feathers, that eventually brought him to creating what is now very unique, unusual, and exquisite finely formed designs composed of feathers. In response to Greg's questions as Curator, Chris tells us why he became an artist and why feathers would naturally be his medium of choice. In this conversation, Chris talks about who and what inspires him, and how his artistry has developed and evolved, about his artist mother and eye-surgeon father who worked with small precision tools. In this podcast, learn how Chris designs his compositions and looks for feathers that will best express his design. Or sometimes Chris holds a feather and gains inspiration for a composition. Chris's beautifully written and photographed book, "Feathers: Form & Function", describes “what feathers are; how they work; and why we find them alluring.” There is much to learn in this "Art Museum Encounter" with Chris about his Featherfolio exhibit, currently on exhibit at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Gary Faigin's talks at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art sold out in 48 hours. Listen here to learn why he chose the subjects he chose, and why the museum is eager to bring him back in a few months to present additional art talks. Faigin -- an author, artist, educator, critic, and sought-after speaker -- is perhaps best known for his expertise on the artistic analysis of faces, both human and otherwise.  His popular book, The Artist's Complete Guide to Facial Expression is the definitive guide to capturing facial expressions, and is widely studied in art schools and even in Hollywood. In this podcast Gary tells us about his experiences working with Industrial Light and Magic to help them with the animation on faces in such favorite movies as Star Wars. You'll also get the inside scoop on his upcoming talks at BIMA from Sheila Hughes, Executive Director of the BI Museum of Art. Her conversation with Gary is both fascinating and informative: Gary believes that art criticism and history should be accessible to everyone, not just artists and art lovers, and his wealth of knowledge about art and refreshing perspective on art history is clearly in demand. Learn why Gary chose the 10 art works in Europe for his first talk; why he'll be focusing on Caravaggio in the Baroque period for his second talk; and about the immense amount of information that can be gleaned from observing the human face, the subject of his third presentation at BIMA.   For more about Gary, click here: Gary Faigin. And to stay informed about upcoming presentations at BIMA so you don't miss Gary's next series, be sure to visit www.biartmuseum.org/‎. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; BCB social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Carl Johnson's new book, Where Water is Gold, combines breathtaking photography of Alaskan wilderness and waters with eloquent essays about the ecosystems, wildlife habitat, sustainable fisheries, and people in Alaska's Bristol Bay region, all of which are currently endangered by the proposed Pebble Copper Mine. Carl will speak and show his photos at the Suquamish Museum on Saturday, April 1 from 3 pm - 5 pm. The Bristol Bay region is home to the nation's largest and wildest state park, a world-famous wildlife sanctuary, and Alaska's largest lake.  It is also home to the largest salmon fishery in the world, supplying the world with 50%-60% of its demand for sockeye salmon.  The salmon - and also cod, halibut, herring, and smaller fish - sustain the ecosystem, feeding bears, birds, and all manner of wildlife.  The fishing industry - fishing, canning, seafood companies, and related services - supports thousands of local native people and those committed to showing up each year when the salmon season is in full throttle.  All this happens in the pristine, pure waters of Bristol Bay, which is now threatened by the proposed Pebble copper mine in the headwaters that feed Bristol Bay. In his book and in his Suquamish Museum presentation, award-winning landscape photographer Carl Johnson will celebrate how Bristol Bay's  water and salmon connect us all, globally.  Carl's beautiful photographs and eloquent essays combine to present a heart-rending picture of the potential devastation that the proposed Pebble Copper Mine poses to this beautiful unspoiled region, and serve as a moving call to action. The final essay in the book describes the impact the proposed Pebble mine could have on this exceptionally rich and vulnerable ecosystem, reminding us that “acid mine drainage can render the water 1,000 times more acidic than battery acid.” Once unearthed, he adds, “mine tailings never become safe again...tailings are forever.”   And now we have to ask ourselves: Is the risk of permanently contaminating these waters worth the financial profit in mining the copper? Reserve seats for this event here or here. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

We've heard a good deal about autism from the perspective of parents and therapists, but local author Margaret Combs has now thoughtfully articulated what it means to grow up with an autistic sibling, In this moving podcast, Combs speaks with BCB host Christina Hulet about her poignant new book, Hazard: A Sister's Flight from Family and a Broken Boy. Combs' unflinching memoir describes the challenges of coping with autism in a Southern Baptist family during the 50's, 60's and 70's -- an era of ignorance and shame about the subject -- and shares her own experience of being torn between helping her brother and yearning for her own life. Like many siblings of disabled children, young Margaret drives herself to excel in order to make up for her family's sorrow, ultimately fleeing her family for what she hopes is a "normal" life. Hazard offers important insights for us as parents and family members, particularly for those where so much of a family's attention and energy goes to a child with significant needs. To learn more about Hazard and hear the author share her experience, come to her upcoming talk at Eagle Harbor Books this coming Sunday, March 19th, at 3pm. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; BCB tech: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

From birth through high school, children on Bainbridge Island are presented with an unusually wide variety of fun programs and activities. Learn more about some of those exciting possibilities as Susie Burdick, Executive Director of Kidimu, Liam McEvilly, Program Director of Boys and Girls Club, and Kate Drummond, Teaching Artist at Bainbridge Performing Arts, describe  what their organizations have to offer the younger set. In this podcast Susie, Liam and Kate talk, not only about what each of their respective organizations has to offer for our little ones, but how those programs are designed to expand with the children as they age. What fun, to learn that the older children are staying within the familiar programs and spaces and mentoring the younger ones, thus learning new useful skills along the way. Take the Boys and Girls Club, for example: their robust after school program -- now offered at the Coppertop -- covers everything from help with homework to learning yoga in a safe and nurturing environment which serves about 120 children every weekday.   Bainbridge Performing Arts' theatre school teaches much more than theatre arts and skills, offering opportunities for role play, teamwork and imaginative play from the ages of 4 to 18 and beyond.   And Kidimu is not just a museum for youngsters, but also a varied learning environment for parents, siblings and even brand new babies! Kidimu's website also offers additional resources for the very youngest Islanders. Be sure to watch (and listen) for future periodic BCB podcasts of What's Up Bainbridge for Wee Ones. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

"A Death By Any Other Name", Tessa Arlen's eagerly awaited third mystery, is set in the mansions of Edwardian England at a time of upheaval and social change. It will be released on March 14, when Tessa will greet her fans for a book signing at Eagle Harbor Books beginning at 5 pm. In this podcast, Tessa talks with BCB host Channie Peters about the overarching theme of her mystery series, and the theme of her latest book. She explains why she loves writing about this era in the early decades of the 1900s. And she describes the social and economic changes of a declining British dominance with America in the ascent, as the world catapulted toward what became the "Great War" -- the same era depicted in Downton Abbey. Tessa acknowledges that all of that makes for a rich backdrop for a murder mystery -- her third. Gardeners will also love "A Death By Any Other Name" as the murder mystery unfolds amidst a club of English aristocracy competing to breed the best tea rose. Gardeners will be able to wallow in horticultural detail and the essential considerations of rose breeding. If there were a genre for intelligent and historically steeped mystery writing, Tessa's series would certainly fall in that category. A reader may be impressed by the beautiful writing and the extensive research into the historical period - the immediate lead up to the war, the shifting way of life for both the aristocracy and the working classes - and its sociological impact. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 16-minute podcast, Director Kate Carruthers and leading actors Barbara Deering and Ann Wilkenson Ellis talk about this darkly funny drama about an American family with all its strengths and weaknesses, and all its humanity. "August: Osage County" opens March 17th at Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA), and runs until April 2nd. It is fascinating to listen in on our guests' conversation as they describe the play as “illuminating”, “gripping”, with beautiful witty language, and “shockingly funny.” They reveal what the play and their roles mean to them. Unlike the 2013 movie of the same name with Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts, which was nominated for two Oscars, this performance of Tracy Letts' play preserves the humanity and humor of the original script without the intense, unrelenting nastiness of the film version. The cast and director want us to know that this play has the richness and depth of the playwright's script that includes outrageously funny dialogue with many surprises. And they probe what's profound about the drama, and the way it reveals the deepest kinds of connections and what keeps us from forming them. Kate, Barbara and Ann agree that this play will move us, change us, and cause us to reflect on our own lives and our own families. They explain that this is what good theatre does; it provides an opportunity for self-reflection and the motivation for transformation. "August: Osage County" opens at Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) on Friday March 17th with performances on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until Sunday April 2nd. Tickets are available now at the BPA website and box office.  There's a pay-what-you-can preview on Thursday March 16th. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 25-minute podcast, four top leaders of Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) -- the Board President, Executive Director, Production Manager, and Education Director -- tell us about all the pieces that fit together for a main stage production. And they share some of the surprising ins and outs -- the fun and the gritty challenges -- of one of the most successful and enterprising community theaters in the northwest. It's now celebrating its 60th year. Ever wonder how they do it? How do they put on a show - sometimes a complex show - with actors, dancers, singers, a musical ensemble (on stage), with sets that spin around and become something altogether different? BCB's Channie Peters has a fascinating conversation with BPA Board President Debbie MacLeod, Executive Director Dominique Cantwell, Production Manager Deirdre Hadlock, and Education Director Liz Ellis. They cover a wide range of topics, from BPA's mission ... to how those sets are conceived and created ... to how the theatre school does much more to nurture the whole youngster than just teaching acting skills. On any afternoon or evening, the lights are on and there is much activity in the BPA theatre stage, rehearsal rooms and double-wide trailers behind the building. In addition to rehearsing for the next production, to building the sets and making the costumes for the next production, BPA's theatre school is probably in session for kids from 4 years old to 18. Here, actors, directors and volunteers find a strong sense of community, much fun and laughter, and also a supportive learning environment. If you've ever attended the best of community theatre here on Bainbridge Island, you've probably wondered how they can produce superb shows with the variety of Amadeus (having a live musical ensemble on stage), Little Mermaid (with actors “swimming” on stage), Snow Falling on Cedars, Hair, The Kentucky Cycle (6 hours of gripping drama), and Grapes of Wrath. This is the podcast that gives us a good sense of what's involved, and how you can get involved in a theater adventure that represents thousands of hours of community volunteer involvement each year. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

How can storytelling help us navigate life's challenges? Hear a few of the authors of a new book discuss their answers to that question at Eagle Harbor Books on the evening of Thursday March 2nd. In this 8-minute podcast, local author Elizabeth Coplan talks about that new book, "Just a Little More Time: 56 Authors on Love and Loss", in which she and other authors share their experiences of losing a sense of place, innocence, marriage, health, child, parent, or nature. Contributions vary from the humorous, to provocative, to poignant. Contributors include Azim Khamisa who is an author and founder of Tariq Khamisa Foundation Stopping Teen Violence, Nyaniso Tutu-Burris who is an activist and granddaughter to Desmond Tutu, and poet Donna Hilbert. There are also many local contributors, highlighting the richness of our community on Bainbridge Island. Together, this anthology speaks to the healing power of writing and story sharing. As Elizabeth explains, story is a crucial component of navigating the roller coaster that is grief. The book's magic is hidden in the smallest details that underlie the universal message -- that you can find hope after significant loss. In these pages, you will find the resilience of the human spirit and appreciate that, in Maya Angelou's words, “we are far more alike than we are unalike.” You can learn more about "Just a Little More Time: 56 Authors on Love and Loss" when several writers share readings from the new book. Introduced by Dr. Sharon Stanley, and led off by Elizabeth Coplan, the event will take place Thursday, March 2, at 6:30pm at Eagle Harbor Books. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; BCB studio tech: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Listen in on Kate Carruthers' fascinating conversation with BCB host Channie Peters. You'll hear about Kate's love for theatre, which has been a strong thread throughout her life, even during her very successful career as an attorney and Bainbridge Island's municipal judge. Theatre has been Kate's first love since her first high school play and her years majoring in theatre in college. Her intention to continue theatre arts in graduate school was sidetracked by the need to embark on a career that would support herself and two young daughters. She describes her choice of a legal career, and how she found legal practice to be similar, and yet complementary, to her love for staging plays. How does an aspiring actor/director decide to make a career as an attorney, partner in a prestigious Seattle law firm, lead a private practice here on Bainbridge, and later serve as our municipal judge? Throughout it all, Kate found time to raise two daughters, start a theatre company, and direct many noteworthy plays for Bainbridge Performing Arts. Her credits are many and varied. A few are: "The Kentucky Cycle", "Philadelphia Story", "Snow Falling on Cedars", "Amadeus", and "Much Ado About Nothing" (performed outdoors at the Bloedel Reserve). This podcast will enable you to hear how, in Kate's life, theater has provided deep meaning and a vehicle for artistic expression. No wonder she is being honored by Arts and Humanities Bainbridge as one of this year's two Island Treasures. The annual tradition of recognizing two exceptional contributors to local arts are humanities dates back to the year 2000. The Island Treasure Award ceremony will be Saturday February 18 at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. It begins with wine and hors d'oeuvres at 6:15 pm, with the awards ceremony at 6:40 and a reception at 7:30. Tickets can be purchased at Brown Paper Tickets online here. Seating is very limited. For further information or to reserve by phone, call 206-842-1246. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters. Photo credit: Cynthia Sears.

Now that BCB has just joined the family of Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network (BARN) artisan craft studios, Barry and Channie Peters describe the BARN-BCB low-cost introductory class on podcasting on Feb 23rd and on making videos on March 9th. First up is "Introduction to Podcasting", at the BCB studio on Feb 23rd from 7-9pm (maximum 10 students): What's a podcast, and where do you search for them and play them? How does an audio podcast host plan and conduct an in-studio or Skype guest interview? How does an audio editor improve the recorded voice and music? What are the social media skills used with podcasts? How can you become a BCB local community podcaster? Taught by BCB's leading podcast volunteers: Chris Walker, and Channie and Barry Peters. For more info, and to register, click here. The second introductory course is "Making Short Videos", at the BARN-BCB studio on March 9th from 7-9pm. This introductory overview class is for you if you're wanting to get started in video, or have a little experience and want to take the next step. In two hours, you'll get an overview of: planning a short video; ways to share videos on the internet; how to use a smartphone as an entry-level video camera; what's the gist of video editing in software like iMovie or Final Cut Pro (used by BARN). This is a step to qualify to use BARN's video post-production studio, and to tell us what further courses in video you'd like BARN to offer. Instructors are: (1) the BARN Media Arts and BCB Studio lead Barry Peters, and (2) experienced local video producer John Mckenzie who had two video productions shown in the recent Celluloid Bainbridge Film Festival. For more info, and to register for video, click here. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Listen in for a good giggle as IslandWood naturalist Christina Doherty tells BCB's Channie Peters and BAC's Georgia Browne all about the Birds and the Bees in this amusing podcast. What's Love Got to Do With It? Here's the scoop: Bainbridge Arts and Crafts is celebrating the Birds and the Bees in February, featuring multi-media paintings by some of your favorite local artists. In preparation for Valentine's Day, assemblage artist Diane Haddon will help gallery visitors make Valentine Pins on February 4th.  But for their headline act on Valentine's Day, the Gallery has invited IslandWood naturalist Doherty to give a talk entitled "What's Love Got to Do With It?," on the reproductive patterns of various species of plants and animals. So, for an amusing and entertaining evening, start your Valentine's Day activities at 6 with wine and snacks at the Gallery, then from 6:15 to 7 whet your appetite for romance with exciting tales of the mating habits of a variety of species. Afterwards, take time to browse the exhibits, then head out to dinner at one of our fabulous local restaurants, and voila! A perfect Valentine's Day! If you do plan to attend Christina's talk, please call the gallery (842-3132) to let them know you are coming: you'll want to be sure to get a seat for this amusing treat!   Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

In this 12-minute podcast, Adrienne Ross Scanlan talks with BCB host Channie Peters about her personal story of discovering “that home isn't simply where you live but where you create belonging, by repairing the nature that is close to our lives.” Her new book is: "Turning Homeward: Restoring Hope and Nature in the Urban Wild". Adrienne will be at Eagle Harbor Books on Sunday, Jan 22nd at 1 pm. She'll not only read from her book, but also talk with Islanders about what adverse environmental impacts we see in our landscapes, shorelines and areas of natural beauty, and what we as concerned citizens can do about those impacts. In this podcast, she explains, for example: - why stormwater runoff from streets and hard surfaces is so harmful to shorelines and marine life; and - how a simple solution like a "rain garden" at home or in public spaces can make such a valuable difference. Adrienne is an award-winning writer, and an environmentalist who has spent many years as a citizen scientist. She has: monitored salmon runs for county and local agencies; served as a restoration volunteer salvaging native plants and removing invasive weeds; and worked as a docent at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle and Wolf Haven in Tenino, Washington. Her book is a story of “place,” including all of the places near her Seattle home where she has been devoted to caring for the nature that she loves. Each chapter is a different public location where she has spent many hours weeding, counting salmon, hunting for queen bees. In each endeavor, she has increased her understanding of the impacts of urbanization on our environment, and on how to mitigate those impacts. "Turning Homeward" is particularly well-suited for book club discussions. It is beautifully written but also substantive, and relatively short (150 pages). The book also provides excellent resources for individuals and communities who want to engage in environmental restoration and citizen science, a good topic for discussion. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this Art Museum Encounter podcast, award winning wood sculptor Alan Newberg engages in a fascinating and insightful conversation with Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Chief Curator Greg Robinson. Listen here as Alan describes the process wherein he creates the large wood sculptures currently on exhibit at the museum. His solo show, on display in the Jon and Lillian Lovelace gallery on the Museum's first floor, includes a variety of Newberg's recent abstract pieces. Especially notable is the nine foot “God of Black Holes:  Up Looks Down” in the main window of the museum.   In this interview, Alan talks about his inspiration for that piece as well as many others, most of which have been carved from a single piece of wood.  Newberg, whose interest in wood began as a boy working in the family lumber mill, also tells us about his mentors: those artists who have inspired him over his long career. A founding member of the Collective Visions Gallery in Bremerton, Newberg is the lead organizer of the CVG (Collective Visions Gallery) Show, a juried art competition in Washington State, now in its 10th year. His award-winning work has been exhibited widely and is included in numerous museum, corporate and private collections. Prior to moving to Kitsap in 1989, he was a Professor of Art and Department Chair at Montana State University Billings. Newberg has three degrees in studio art, a BA from the University of Sioux Falls, an MA from the University of Wyoming and an MFA from the University of Oregon. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

In this Arts and Artists podcast, you can listen to a lively conversation with sculptor Christine Clark who created the beautiful metal Tribute Baskets at Waypoint, Bill Baran-Mickle, of the Public Arts Committee, and Bruce Weiland, who coordinated the community effort to bring Waypoint Park into being. Bruce tells the story of how Waypoint Park came into being, and how the community worked together to transform an ugly chain-link fenced-in property to a thing of beauty at the corner of 305 and Winslow Way.   The Waypoint Park sculpture is the first new public art since the Public Arts Committee (and funding) were restored in 2014. Bill Baran-Mickle tells us how the restoration of the Public Arts program and its funding brought Christine Clarks's large metal sculptures here to grace Waypoint as the culmination of its place in this community.   ... and Christine describes the inspiration and significance of the four large metal baskets, what the motifs represent, and how they honor BI's cultural heritage. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

From BCB... https://www.bestofbcb.org/cafe-052-healthy-youth-and-socializing/ How can we help our youth create and sustain positive, healthy relationships?   It's an important question for all of us, adults and youth alike, and yet we all know how messy and challenging relationships can be. Who among us is able to navigate all of our relationships well? To be successful at relationships, we need a number of skills: active listening, compassion, boundary setting, collaboration, and the ability to regulate one's emotions and impulses. It is a lifelong journey. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet explores this ability to create and sustain healthy relationships--what psychologists call sociability--with soccer coach Ballan Campeau of BIFC club soccer and the Bainbridge High School team, and two of his athletes, Tyler Moravec and Quinn Millerd. In sharing their experiences of creating solid relationships on the soccer field and beyond, they encourage us, as parents and community members, to think about what we might do from the sidelines to foster these skills and better support our youth. This podcast is part of the Bainbridge Healthy Youth Alliance's 9-month educational campaign called “Beyond the Report Card: Cultivating What Matters." Designed for local parents, educators and other adults who care about teens, the campaign focuses each month on a different attribute–such as sociability, empathy or curiosity–to help our youth thrive. These attributes are based on a framework called The Compass Advantage, which was developed by our very own Marilyn Price Mitchell, PhD, a local developmental psychologist and researcher.   To sign up for weekly resources or to learn more about the Bainbridge Healthy Youth Alliance and specific things you can do to support our youth, visit BIHealthyYouth.org. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; BCB audio tech: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Diane Walker.

[NOTE: December 16th post-publication update: The Bloedel Reserve did not have sufficient advance reservations to proceed with the New Year's eve party discussed in this podcast. So that planned event is now cancelled. But if you like what you hear in this podcast about the idea, encourage Bloedel to consider offering something similar 12 months from now. The original podcast description is as follows.] Ring in the New Year at beautiful Bloedel Reserve's one-of-a-kind party! In this podcast, Ed Moydell, Executive Director tells us about Bloedel's first-time-ever New Year's Eve bash and the many Bloedel programs it supports. All of Bloedel's friends from Bainbridge or around the county and Seattle are welcome to come and party the night away with interesting appetizers, a sumptuous sit-down dinner service, and late night snacks, swanky signature cocktails and abundant champagne, swinging dance music by the amazing Freddy Pink band. If midnight Pacific time is past your bedtime, no worries - we'll toast the ball drop in New York City at 9:00pm Pacific, and again at midnight when the Seattle skyline lights up. Be a part of an exciting new holiday tradition designed to bridge generations, bring the community together, and sustain outstanding programming at the Bloedel, such as “Strolls for Well-Being” and events such as the Holiday Village, Family Day, as well as maintaining the beautiful gardens. Tickets are still available at the Bloedel Reserve website -- but not for long. Reservations are requested to be made as early as possible, ideally by Friday, December 16th, to ensure that arrangements for the evening can be planned in advance. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

Debby Haase describes the annual event called "Spiral of Light" which commemorates with candlelight, harp music, chanting and labyrinths the Wednesday December 21st winter solstice as the longest night of the year. This annual event, initially celebrated at the local Waldorf School, will take place this year at the Dayaalu Center at 159 Wyatt Way in Winslow, from 7pm to 9pm. Doors open at 6:45pm. As explained on the Dayaalu website, this is a "beautiful and profound ceremony that honors the symbolic rebirth of the sun and the promise of renewed life." In this podcast, Debby explains to BCB's Channie Peters that the event was originally celebrated at the Bainbridge Island Waldorf School where Debby was formerly a teacher. The event this year is facilitated by Debby and by Kathryn LaFond, with special guest Judy Friesem playing the harp. Participants will carry candles around labyrinth-like spirals, accompanied by the sounds of toning, chanting and song. This ceremony for 2016 is likely to be an uplifting antidote to the stresses and anguish of a distressing year in the national news. The suggested donation is $15. You may either register in advance at the Dayaalu website, or simply come early at 6:45 and pay at the door. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 15-minute podcast, BCB's Channie Peters and Victoria Irwin of Eagle Harbor Books welcome award-winning environmentalist and writer, Mary Ellen Hannibal, whose new book is "Citizen Scientist: Searching for Heroes and Hope in an Age of Extinction." Mary Ellen will speak with Eagle Harbor bookstore visitors on Saturday December 10th at noon. There, she'll invite conversation and describe the new citizen science opportunities for wildlife lovers. She has ideas for those of us who want to resist the ongoing extinction of species by participating as volunteers in wildlife observation and monitoring programs, some of which are now substantially assisted by mobile smartphone technology. Mary Ellen's research had been already revealing the accelerated extinction and loss of animal and plan species even before the 2014 publication of Elizabeth Kolbert's influential best-seller: "The Sixth Extinction". Now, her new book about Citizen Scientists is receiving acclaim by many, such as climate activist Bill McKibben. Mary Ellen gives examples of ways that birders and others who enjoy the great outdoors can help conserve species by identifying them and their locale. She describes, for example, a new social media platform on iPhone called iNaturalist that collaboratively, through a network of enthusiasts and experts, identifies species and then systematically informs scientific teams and wildlife conservation managers about the presence of various plants and animals. Both for adults and whole families, Mary Ellen is pointing to ways that we can both enjoy the beautiful outdoors and take a stand against the accelerated loss of species. And, in a community where the City of Bainbridge Island has recently taken the lead on a program to restore and attract pollinators to our island -- like bees, butterflies and certain birds -- Mary Ellen mentions how significant the decline in pollinator species is proving to be to our food-production capacity. See BCB's previous podcast on the City's Pollinator Improvement Project. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this podcast, we meet the Bainbridge Performing Arts professional team that is readying a local cast and instrumentalists for December 2 to 18 performances of the popular holiday classic set in the early 1940s: "A Christmas Story, The Musical". Speaking with BCB podcast host Channie Peters are BPA theater director Joanna Hardie; music director Elizabeth Faye; and choreographer Debbie Pierce. BCB took its recording equipment to meet them backstage at BPA while the cast started their Monday evening rehearsal of dance routines on stage. This musical show had rave reviews on Broadway and it plays on TV every Christmas. BPA's version is based on the 1983 American comedy Christmas movie "A Christmas Story", from Jean Shepherd's book "In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash". For this theater production, BPA will prominently feature a large band of instrumentalists playing the swing and big-band sounds of the 1940s. And the cast will rise to the occasion with a combination of song and dance numbers. As BPA says, this show offers "sweet nostalgia for adults and great fun for the kids." It's set in the 1940s in a fictional town called Hohman Indiana, and its main character is 9-year-old Ralph Parker who is preoccupied in pursuit of a particular Christmas gift he can't get off his young male mind. BPA will have a special "pay-what-you-can" preview at 7:30pm on December 1st. Then, the show runs with matinees and evening performances each day of each weekend from Friday Dec 2nd through Sunday the 18th (with only a matinee show on Saturday Dec 3rd). BPA is hosting an "ugly sweater contest" with a winner and prize at every performance, so, as BPA says, come dressed "in your holiday finest (or worst)". Tickets are on sale at the Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) website. Credits: BCB host: Channie Peters; BCB audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.