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Joe Pulicicchio, Director of Promotions & Produce and Floral for Town & Country Markets returns to share his deep knowledge of fresh fruits and vegetables where they come from and how they get to our grocery shelves. In this monthly discussion, Joe shares more information about grapes and especially the importance of texture when selecting and eating them.  He also explains how to tell if a melon has been picked at peak flavor by checking out what the stem attachment looks like. We also spend some time on asparagus, peppers and avocados with a few thoughts on how to eat them. This podcast is brought to you by BARN, Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross  

Joe Pulicicchio, Director of Promotions & Produce and Floral for Town & Country Markets returns to our podcast desk today after a two-year pandemic hiatus.  This is the inaugural edition of our new monthly podcast that is called ‘Eating Fresh on Bainbridge' and will explore the ever-changing array of quality fresh fruits and vegetables that make their way to the produce shelves through the seasons. We'll also be exploring the various challenges of weather and other conditions that can directly affect availability and quality of all produce on a week-to-week, month-to-month basis. In this program Joe discusses a wide array of fruits and vegetables including grapes, mangos, red berries and asparagus.  He explains the process of taking the seed out of a mango and how important the idea of texture is when eating produce. Brought to you by BARN, Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross  

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

WU-607 Bainbridge Prepares: Emergency Medical Responders & the Community Response Team In our last in this six-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, we talk with four key players in the organization that lead and manage disaster response programs and teams that are ready and able to go in emergency situations. Executive Director for Bainbridge Prepares, Loren Best, Roxanne Corff, BI Medical Response Corps, Andrea Chymiy, Medical Reserve Corp and Victor Cheng, CERT Lead (Community Emergency Response Team) join us on What's Up Bainbridge to discuss these vital programs. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, the Emergency Response Team, CERT and the Bainbridge Island Medical Reserve Corps, go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

In this episode of What's Up Bainbridge, we talk with four more leaders from  Bainbridge Prepares to discuss caring for vulnerable populations and planning for access and functional needs for the elderly and domestic pets in a natural disaster situation. Reed Price, Rita Elsberry, Suzanne Ferguson and Yasuyo Sousa lead us in a broad ranging discussion that highlights many aspects for all of us to be aware of and thoughtful about. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares and vulnerable populations, including planning for animal care,  please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

In this episode of What's Up Bainbridge, we talk with Bainbridge Prepares leaders Colleen Huck, Susan James and Mary O'Leary about the many aspects and considerations of dealing with mental well-being issues in a disaster situation.  They offer insights and perspectives that are helpful, important and significant as we continue to expand our knowledge base in how to deal with all aspects of life in a difficult and challenging environment. For more information about this Bainbridge Prepares Emergency Response Team and the many others, please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross  

In this episode of our series on Bainbridge Prepares, we talk with food and water leaders, John Fossett and Christian Berg who share their many stories and perspectives regarding these vital aspects of planning for potential disasters. They each have suggestions and ideas on what to think about in planning a system that can withstand and recover from disruptions yet ensures an adequate supply of food and water for all. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross  

In this third episode of our 7-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, we explore the concepts of the Emergency Flotilla and Family Reunification that are key elements in the face of any natural disaster. City of Bainbridge Harbormaster, Tami Allen and Kari Seybolt-Murphy, a key spokesperson for Family Reunification Planning for Bainbridge Prepares join us today on What's Up Bainbridge to discuss these vital and vey connected aspects that become vitally important in emergency situations. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, and learning more about the Emergency Flotilla and Family Reunification, please go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

Kiwanis Club of Bainbridge Island members Jim Copen, Elizabeth Ozimek and Paul Benton join us today on What's Up Bainbridge to discuss the return of the very popular All-Comers Track Meet.  Not held since 2019 due to the pandemic, the 20-year tradition draws dozens of kids and their parents Monday evenings for six weeks in July and August. In addition to the many age group races, this year there will be two kid-friendly field events, the standing long jump into a sand pit and a safely organized shot put using soft exercise balls. The meets take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Woodward Middle School track July 11, 18 & 25 and August 1, 8 &  15 For more information about the All-Comers Track Meet and the Kiwanis Club of Bainbridge Island, go to: https://www.bikiwanis.org. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

In this second episode of our 7-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, we explore the process of ‘Map Your Neighborhood' to teach neighbors how to prepare for a disaster.  We also explore the importance of faith-based organizations and the important and pivotal roles they always play following disasters. Anne LeSage, Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Bainbridge Island and Laura Samant, a leader in the Ready Congregations part of the Bainbridge Prepares organization tell us about these important aspects. For more about Bainbridge Prepares, how to organize to Map Your Neighborhood and more information about Ready Congregations, go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Be sure to look for this important series every other Thursday. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

Join us today in this first of a 7-part series about Bainbridge Prepares, an educational nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting our community through communication and awareness and helping to assure the island will be resilient in the face of natural disasters and other calamities. Founder and Board Chair Scott James and 2 key associates, Alice Ostdiek and Phil Fergusson lead us in a discussion about Disaster Hubs, what they are and the very significant role they play in the emergency response team environment. They also explain how you can find the Hub closest to your home.  In addition, the important ‘Map Your Neighborhood' program is touched upon and its key relationship to Disaster Hubs. Be sure to look for this important series every other Thursday. For more information about Bainbridge Prepares, how to view a map of the Disaster Hubs and so much more, go to: https://bainbridgeprepares.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

Mary Meier, Executive Director of the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation joins us today on What's Up Bainbridge to discuss the significant and important role the Foundation plays in improving the island's parks and trails and expanding recreational opportunities. Funded by private donors, grant resources and One Call for All, the Foundation, often in partnership with the BI Metropolitan Park & Recreation District and others has become an essential force for parks and trails projects, stewardship programs and supporting fundraising campaigns. We also learn about Mary and her background that led her to this position. She discusses her commitment to environmental education, working with nonprofits and her passion for public lands and what they can do for people. To learn more about the Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation, go to: https://biparksfoundation.org/parks/ Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

Diane Landry of BI Zero Waste, Barb Trafton of the Parks Foundation and Morgan Houk from the Metro Parks District join us today on What's Up Bainbridge to discuss the many events planned in April as we celebrate Earth Month Bainbridge Island.  With the strong leadership and direction from Sustainable Bainbridge, over 30 events are planned in partnership with many non-profits to raise awareness and encourage involvement to protect our trees, our island and our planet. Diane, Barb and Morgan, all well-spoken local environmental leaders enthusiastically share many aspects of the month, designed to appeal to the entire Bainbridge Community. For more information about these and many more events, please go to https://www.sustainablebainbridge.org Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

WU-594 The FANTASTIC Recreation Programs at BI Metro Parks Bryan Garoutte, Recreation Director for Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District joins us today in the What's Up Bainbridge Studio to discuss his very large and multifaceted job.  Along with Park District Commissioner, Dawn Janow, they discuss this very significant and important aspect of the Park District and how it reaches the many members of Bainbridge Island. Bryan shares with us how he got involved in this work that led to the principal position of Recreation Director. Listening to him and the passion for his work, one begins to realize what a stunning resource the BI Park District is for this community.  From numerous special events throughout the year, to Sports & Fitness, Arts & Culture, Aquatics, Active Adult and Gymnastics, the list goes on and on. Check it out . . . it's breathtaking! For more information about these many recreation opportunities in the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks System, go to: https://biparks.org, scroll down the Recreation heading and learn of the many, many possibilities and how to sign up.  You can also call 206-842-2302 to get more information. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

In this edition of What's Up Bainbridge, chef, cook, artisan, entrepreneur, and teacher Erik Peterson joins us to discuss his upcoming three-part series on cooking with Fresh Sea Kelp.  The classes are being held at BARN (Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network) in the Kitchen Arts Studio and can be found by going to https://bainbridgebarn.org and looking under Classes/Events. Each class will be co-hosted by sea kelp farmer Markos Scheer and his wife Hillary Scheer, giving students an opportunity to learn about this quickly evolving aquaculture industry.  The series is organized by technique and is intended to be a playful introduction to an ingredient that you will find easy to work with in a wide variety of flavor profiles and applications.  Fresh alaria ribbon kelp is a mildly flavored sea green with a thin and pleasing crunch.  Many unique sea greens exist but this is the kelp that will be focused on in each class. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor, Keith Doughty; publisher, Bob Ross

If you're a big fan of mushrooms, you need to visit the new Patchwork Gardens booth at the Bainbridge Farmers Market.  Listen here to learn more about Russell Lawson and the many varieties of mushroom he sells at the market. Whether you're in the mood for a giant oyster, king or shaggy mane mushroom, the Bainbridge Farmers Market is the place to be on Saturdays from 9 am - 1.  Listen here as Russell Lawson, proprietor of Patchwork Gardens, tells us what it takes to bring these and other fresh delights to the Market each weekend.   A new vendor at the Market, Russell discusses his move into growing mushrooms, what motivated this change in farming for him, and how science and technology have played key roles in his success. Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher; Diane Walker.

From traffic and homelessness to recruiting challenges and the new police station, interim Police Chief Jeff Horn has a lot on his plate. Learn more about Chief Horn and his background here. In this first in a regular series of podcasts, Chief Horn tells BCB host Christina Hulet how he came to end up on Bainbridge and shares his thoughts on some of the issues and opportunities currently facing the island's police force. In addition, the Bainbridge Island Police Department (BIPD) is hiring new officers. If interested, please visit BIPD's website at: http://www.bainbridgewa.gov/849/Police-Employment Chief Horn will be returning to BCB periodically. If you would like to send in a question for him and the department to respond to, please go to BIPD's facebook page or contact Carla Sias, Community Resource Officer, at csias@bainbridgewa.gov. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

This week islander Andrea Hunt joins us on Who's on Bainbridge to discuss her lifelong connection to swimming and the important part it plays in her every day life. In this podcast Andy tells BCB host Bob Ross about the very active Bainbridge Island Masters Swimming program (called BAM), about its award-winning coach, April Cheadle, and why swimming  is so important to many islanders.   Listen here to learn how a master swimmer trains, both in and out of the water, and about the lifetime benefits of swimming -- whether or not you choose to compete. For more about BAM, visit www.bainbridgeaquaticmasters.com Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker;  publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

Actor Molly Malcolm Hayner grew up on Bainbridge Island, majored in theater at U.W., and has been acting in Barcelona, Spain for twenty years. Molly, who speaks English, Spanish and Catalan, has worked on a variety of international film and television projects. This year saw her playing Billy Connolly's wife, Michelle, in the Hollywood production Wild Oats, starring Shirley MacLaine and Jessica Lange. She also took on a leading role in Jose Pozo's feature, Nick. Additional credits include the Emmy-nominated British TV Series, Any Human Heart, and the Atresmedia/BBC Worldwide Series, The Refugees.  TV Movies include Stevie and Hidden Camera and she has been seen in features such as The Machinist, The Kovak Box, Red Lights and Roger Gual's Tasting Menu. In this podcast Molly tells BCB host Betsy Lydle Smith how creating voices around the family dinner table as a child helped lead to a successful career doing voiceovers for cartoons and commercials in addition to her screen work. She lets us know some little-known facts about acting on screen, and offers some tips for aspiring actors as well. In addition, Molly reflects on her life as a mother of two in Barcelona, and shares what she and her children love about both that city and Bainbridge Island, where she brings them every summer to visit her parents, Catherine and Jim Hayner. Look for Molly in her upcoming movie, Primacy, and find out more by visiting http://www.mollymalcolm.com and theamericanvoiceoverwoman.com. Credits: BCB host: Betsy Lydle Smith; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

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.  

Bainbridge Islander Lynn Brunelle has authored 45 books, won 4 Emmys, and has a Muppet created in her likeness especially for her. Listen here to learn how her passions for art, for science, and for kids inspired her incredible career. Born in Maine, Lynn spent time with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon, edited children's books for Scientific American and Workman Press, worked with the Muppets and New York's Museum of Natural History, and then came to Seattle to write Emmy-award-winning scripts for Bill Nye the Science Guy. In this podcast Lynn talks with fellow Island Treasure John Ellis about her childhood in Maine, her passion for finding fun and artistic ways to share information with children, and her love for Bainbridge Island and its people. To learn more about Lynn and other Island Treasures, visit IslandTreasureAwards.org. Credits: BCB guest host: John Ellis; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

Bainbridge Islander Steve Stolee, founder and president of Island Theatre, has been named one of our newest Island Treasures.  As an actor, photographer, designer, director and videographer, Steve has been documenting Bainbridge Island, its stories, and its inhabitants for years. Listen here to find out what inspires him and how Island Theatre got its start. Born in North Dakota, Steve spent his twenties in Alaska before coming to Bainbridge Island in 1979. Initially working in construction, his first appearance on the BPA stage was in 1981. Over time he was in a number of shows there, eventually serving on the board and getting involved with a number of intriguing projects before starting Island Theatre with Louise Mills. In this podcast Steve talks with BCB host Diane Walker about his first camera, his first high school musical, how he got into video, and what it was like to find out, after years of filming interviews with Island Treasures, that he had finally been declared to be one. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.  

Challenged by the winter snows? So are our grocery stores! Listen here as Town and Country's Joe Pulicicchio describes the best of winter produce, stocking challenges during snow events, and T&C's recent decision to MOVE THE PEPPERS! This month's big news is that T&C's peppers and chilies have moved to a new and very colorful display on the back side of the mushroom shelves, opposite the bulk nuts display. Joe explains the rationale behind the move and elaborates on some of the many attributes of these tasty delights and various ways to prepare them.   He also describes what looks and tastes good in February, what we can expect moving into March, and what challenges markets face as they struggle to keep fresh and healthy produce on the shelves during difficult weather events. Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker; Social media: Jen St. Louis.

Over 40 defibrillators have been installed around our island since Islander Jack Sutherland's cardiac arrest at a Rotary meeting. Listen here as BIFD Fire Chief Hank Teran, Rotary president Robin Goldston, and Jack Sutherland describe this remarkable project: a heartwarming story for American Heart Month. Chief Teran was attending a rotary meeting when Rotarian Jack Sutherland suddenly collapsed in full cardiac arrest. Chief Teran assessed the situation, immediately began CPR with the help of Rotarian Sean Marcella, and called for a defibrillator. Aid cars arrived carrying the vital equipment, and three shocks and a helicopter transport to Harborview later, Jack was able to survive with no repercussions. But survival wasn't enough for Jack. Realizing that without the quick actions of Teran, Marcella, and the defibrillator he would not be here today, Jack spearheaded a Rotary project to spend $25,000 of auction moneys installing AEDs -- Automated External Defibrillators -- in police cars, at Parks District locations, and throughout the island, to ensure that these life-saving devices would be more readily available to anyone in need. Jack, who negotiated the sale of the units, installs them himself with the help of Rotarians Tom Lindsley and Tom McCloskey. He also trains people at each installation on how to use the units, and photographs the units for BIFD to add to the PulsePoint app so they're easier to locate. Curious about AED's and CPR? BIFD offers monthly hands-on training classes in both. To sign up, visit the BIFD website at https://www.bifd.org/classes-and-registration. And to get instant access to AED locations on the island, be sure to install the PulsePoint app on your mobile device. Credits: BCB  host and editor: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

You can recycle your plastic bags! Sakai students are collecting, weighing and shipping plastic film to be recycled into TREX composite decking. Listen here as 5th graders, Genna Albrecht, Rowan Meek, and Taylor Mass join Sakai Principal Jim Corsetti, Lead Teacher Elizabeth Vroom and Sakai PTO Enrichment Chair Kathy McGowan to tell us  how local businesses like Safeway and T&C are working with Sakai students to win the TREX challenge and reduce the amount of plastic that damages our environment. You'll learn about types of plastic that can be recycled, about the successes and challenges involved in this exciting project, and about how you, too, can get involved. Drop off your plastic film -- including bubble wrap, cereal bags, shopping bags, dry cleaning bags and more --  at Sakai between now and April 15. There are special bins marked TREX at the smaller entrance of the school to the left of the main school entrance.  Help Sakai School students win this challenge, and reduce the amount of plastic that goes into landfills and the ocean! Credits: BCB host, Betsy Lydle Smith; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media, Jen St. Louis.

Curious about our upcoming EMS levy? In this podcast BCB host Diane Walker invites Fire Chief Hank Teran, BIFD Finance Manager Ed Kaufman and Fire Commissioner Tim Carey to explain why the levy is needed, why it's set to be permanent, and what will happen if the levy fails. The levy, which is set to replace a previous levy that expires in December of this year, will fund not only EMS staff but also medical supplies, equipment, community risk reduction work, and training for our increasingly busy EMS squad. Partly because island population is aging, and partly because BIFD is the only organization on the Island that provides 24 hour emergency services, total BIFD call volume has increased 35% since 2012. 70% of those calls are for EMS and rescue services, and 30% of those calls are concurrent, so any reduction in staff could seriously impact the current response times. BIFD already has a permanent fire levy, but ours is the last district in Kitsap county to institute a permanent EMS levy. Though the department is legally allowed to collect at 50¢ per $1,000 property value, they are only asking for 40¢, based on the BIFD strategic plan and current financial projections. For more information and to view copies of the BIFD strategic plan, financial reports, community offerings and more, visit the Fire Department's website at BIFD.org.  Credits: BCB  host and editor: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

The population of older adults is growing at an unprecedented pace here on Bainbridge Island. Approximately 1/4 of the people living on Bainbridge Island are 65 or older. Recognizing this, it was decided that the next five years are crucial for the development of the Senior Center at Waterfront Park.  The Board of Directors therefore embarked on a strategic planning effort to address current and emerging needs and to build organizational capacity to support and sustain the Center's growth and success. Based on the input from a series of five community listening sessions, the plan was completed and approved by the Board at its annual meeting on January 8, 2019. In this podcast Reed Price, Executive Director of the Senior Center; Nancy Lewars, a long time board member; Ann Lovejoy, a new board member; and guest host John McKenzie, a volunteer and supporter of the strategic planning effort, talk about why a 5 year strategic plan is necessary for the Senior Center, how it was created, what has already been accomplished as a result of the plan, and what is expected from it in the future. For more about the Senior Center, its many and varied program offerings, and the new strategic plan, visit https://biseniorcenter.org/. Credits: BCB guest host: John McKenzie; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

What is it like for people of color to live on Bainbridge? What is race equity? And, how do we create a community where all feel a sense of belonging and inclusion? The Bainbridge City Council is setting up a Race Equity Task Force to explore these issues, and you could join. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Sal DeRosalia of CrossFit gym, Erin Phillips of We Live Here Too, City Councilmember Matt Tirman and Karen Vargas, Co-Chair of the Multicultural Advisory Council to discuss these complex questions -- questions that the city's newly formed Race Equity Task Force will consider when it convenes in February. The City Council approved a motion during the December 4 Study Session to form a Race Equity Task Force to provide advice and counsel to the Council to ensure that Bainbridge Island serves as an open and welcoming community for all. The City is seeking seven volunteers to serve on the Task Force, which will meet once a month at City Hall. The day and time of the meetings will be decided at a future date. Councilmembers Matt Tirman, Rasham Nassar and Joe Deets will also serve on the Task Force. If you're interested in serving on the Race Equity Task Force, applications can be found on the City's website, and must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25. Task Force interviews will take place Jan. 28 – Jan. 31.  More information on the Race Equity Task Force and how to apply is available on the city's website: visit https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=548  to learn more. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Bainbridge Islander Sheryl Gordon McCloud is a Washington State Supreme Court Justice, starting her second six-year term after winning re-election in November. Having served as a criminal defense lawyer and an accomplished appellate lawyer, McCloud is the recipient of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers' highest award, the William O. Douglas Award, in recognition of her "extraordinary courage" in being willing to take on some of the toughest cases.  Besides making important decisions about cases, she also has opinions about our judicial system and they way people treat it. Listen as she expresses her thoughts regarding election of judges versus appointment, and the one thing she'd change about our legal system given the opportunity. Credits: BCB host: Sandy Schubach; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

Listen here as T&C's Joe Pulicicchio joins Bob Ross and Michael Fodness, Director of Meats and Seafood for Town and Country Markets to talk about seasonal meats, seafood and produce items. In this rich interaction about popular cuts of meat, seasonal seafood, and traditional holiday items from the produce department, the three exchange favorite recipes and methods of preparation.  It's a jolly conversation. Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker; Social media: Jen St. Louis.

Purple brussel sprouts, peeling parsnips, and perfect potatoes: T&C's Joe Pulicicchio is back to tell us about the best produce for your holiday meal. Our old Tastes of Bainbridge friend, Joe Pulicicchio, Director of Produce and Floral for T&C Markets, returns to the BCB studio this week to talk about the fresh produce scene as we enter the holiday season.  From how to cook Brussels sprouts and the need to peel parsnips to the best way to prepare potatoes and what type of potato to use for various dishes, Joe helps ensure your Thanksgiving Dinner will be superb. There's also a fun venture into the use of color and how it is used in the produce department. And, of course, citrus season is upon us and his perspective and advice is delightful. If you care about food, be sure to listen to this one! Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker; Social media: Jen St. Louis.

Many of us know IslandWood for its beautiful 250-acre campus and environmental learning programs for children and adults alike. What you may not know is that this local nonprofit is also trying to address structural racism and embed equity in its operations. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with three members of IslandWood's team to talk about how this work is going: John Haskin is Senior Vice President for Education, Kristine Jimenez is Director of Communications, and Theresa Song Ichien is Coordinator of IslandWood's Education for Environment and Community Graduate Program. Together, they discuss recent efforts to use a racial equity lens across the organization, from hiring and training to curriculum and fundraising materials. They speak candidly about what has been challenging, the lessons they are learning, and even some mistakes made along the way. As Jimenez says, this work is “helping us see what we couldn't see.” IslandWood hopes that in sharing their journey our whole community might be inspired both to support that journey and to explore its own challenges in the areas of racial bias, equity, and inclusion. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Meet one of the newest additions to the Bainbridge Farmers Market: Frank Ralph, the Owner of Fishgirl, a company solely dedicated to the harvesting of wild and sustainable seafood. In conversation with BCB host Bob Ross, Frank discusses his 30 years of experience and what he has discovered is the best tasting seafood available.  Frank and his wife and co-owner, Claudia, are are firmly committed to the concept of individually caught fish, immediately blast frozen with a “fresh caught” lock date in place.  Meet Frank at the Market Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm. and be sure to review his impressive array of frozen and tinned seafood, sauces and spice blends. For more about Fishgirl, visit their website at: www.fishgirlseafood.com Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker;Social media: Jen St. Louis.

Wondering how to vote on our upcoming SAFE Mobility levy? Listen here as Herb Hethcote and Doug Rauh, the men who helped draft the pro and con statements for the voters pamphlet, share their thoughts with COBI's Mark Epstein and BCB's Christina Hulet. This November, Bainbridge Islanders will vote on a $15 million Safe Access for Everyone (SAFE) Mobility Levy. If approved, it would fund shoulder improvements, better connected sidewalks, trails with a focus on safe routes to schools, and other improvements to support walking and biking. The cost of the levy for an owner of a $660,000 home -- the median value on Bainbridge -- would come to an estimated $185 in additional property taxes per year over a seven year period. In this podcast, Mark Epstein, Engineering Project Manager for the City of Bainbridge, shares how the levy came about and what the process would be for selecting and implementing projects, if approved. Also joining us are Herb Hethcote, who helped draft the “pro statement” and Doug Rauh, who helped draft  the “con statement.” Together, we discuss the levy's pros and cons and offer different perspectives for voters to consider as they cast their ballots. There are many opportunities to learn more about the levy. City staff are hosting a workshop on Thursday, October 11 from 6:30-8:30 at Island Center Hall. Information will also be available on your ferry commute and at the farmer's market. Additional details can be found at the city's website: https://bainbridgesafemobilitylevy.participate.online/ Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Fabulous fall colors, a fungi Walk, a floral arranging demo, a moss garden walk, a zen garden demo, Jazz with Jenny Maybee, and of course the annual Squash Scavenger Hunt: it's all part of Founders Weekend at the Bloedel Reserve, which celebrates its 30th anniversary October 20-21. Listen here as Bloedel's Executive Director Ed Moydell shares highlights from the fascinating history of this award-winning island treasure. You'll learn some little-known facts about the garden's history, Prentice Bloedel's vision, the Reserve's plans for the future, and -- just for fun -- how the first Annual October Squash Scavenger Hunt came to be! Recently named one of the top ten public gardens in the U.S., Bloedel offers peace, well-being, exercise and entertainment for visitors of all ages.  To learn more about Founder's Weekend and about Bloedel's activities and visiting hours, visit their website at https://bloedelreserve.org/ Credits: BCB host, Betsy Lydle Smith; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

If you love jazz, funk, and flamenco, you want to be sure to attend Arte Y Pasion with Deseo Carmin, this Saturday, September 22, 7:30 pm at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. Deseo Carmin is a fiery fusion of Latin, Jazz/Funk with spicy Flamenco, interpreting favorite Latin American and original songs with a style that is unique as well as energetic. In this podcast you'll meet and hear Deseo Carmin composer/musicians Stella Rossi and Andre Stomma -- and they will make you want to dance, so come hear them Saturday night and bring your dancing shoes! Be sure to come early -- doors open at 6:45 -- to view the spectacular photography of Eva Blanchard, on exhibit this night only. Eva is a concept and editorial portrait photographer whose photography is seen in advertising campaigns, magazines, and publishing. To learn more about Deseo Carmin, visit their website at: https://www.deseocarmin.com/ To see more of Eva Blanchard's work, visit https://evablanchardphoto.com So join us for an elegant night around the world with music, dance and exquisite photographic art! Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on the BIMA website. Credits: BCB host, John Fossett; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

What is the level of homelessness on Bainbridge and in Kitsap County? What's driving the problem, what kind of assistance is available, how effective is it, and what can you do to help? Listen here to learn more... In this 45 minute podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet talks with Kirsten Jewell, Kitsap County's Housing and Homelessness Program Division Coordinator, and Maria Metzler, Executive Director of Helpline House, about local statistics, issues, services and misconceptions around homelessness. According to data from Kitsap County's Department of Human Services and Housing Solutions Center, 530 people were without a home in Kitsap County during the 2018 “point-in-time” count. In 2017, approximately 3,200 households in Kitsap needed housing assistance and 1,200 households were classified as homeless. Here on Bainbridge, 116 households needed housing assistance and 25 households were classified as homeless in 2017. Forty of these households included children, impacting a total of 68 kids. The Bainbridge Island School District also counted 18 homeless children in the 2016-2017 school year. One of the organizations making a difference is Helpline House, a local nonprofit that served 1 in 10, or approximately 2,500, Bainbridge residents in 2017. It provides a range of social services including a food bank, mental health counseling, housing assistance, medical equipment, and case management, among others. You can support and learn more about Helpline House at https://www.helplinehouse.org/. Come join their 50th Celebration on Saturday September 29th from 11am to 4pm. This is a free community event, including live music, kid activities, food trucks and more. You can learn more about Kitsap County's housing and homelessness programs and county-level data on its website. The County is also hosting a community forum on Bainbridge about tiny houses, as one tool to address homelessness and housing instability. This event will be on Thursday, September 27th from 6:30-8:30pm at Bainbridge's Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church.   Credits: BCB host, Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Will bringing Coffee Oasis to Bainbridge help reduce teen suicide on the island? Lee Moniz hopes so. Listen here to learn about Coffee Oasis and why the Tyler Moniz Project is working to bring the organization to Bainbridge. Here on Bainbridge, we have lost several youth to suicide in the last few months alone. Many others report that they struggle with depression, anxiety, bullying, and various pressures. Some are just looking for a place to connect and feel a sense of community. This is why Lee Moniz and others are working to bring Coffee Oasis to Bainbridge. Lee is the founder of the Tyler Moniz Project, a non-profit organization that she and her husband, Jeff, created after their son, Tyler, died by suicide at Washington State University two years ago. In this podcast, we learn about her hopes to partner with Coffee Oasis to create a coffee house where youth can just hang out and, if needed, get access to a variety of programs, activities and support staff. Coffee Oasis is a faith-based, non-profit organization that creates gathering places for youth by combining coffee and youth programs. They have several coffee shops around Kitsap County, including Poulsbo, Bremerton, and Port Orchard. In this podcast Daniel Frederick, Coffee Oasis' Director of Community Development, talks about the programs they offer, including job training, counseling, mentoring, crisis intervention, and case management. We also hear from Kyle Koller, a youth actively involved in the organization, who shares what a difference Coffee Oasis made in his own life. If you'd like to learn more, there will be a Question & Answer session about the Bainbridge Island Coffee Oasis project at City Hall on September 24th from 7:00-8:30pm. You can also visit the Tyler Moniz Project (www.thetylermonizproject.com) and Coffee Oasis websites (https://thecoffeeoasis.com/) ... and if you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out and ask for help. There are many resources to draw from including: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text 741741 Bainbridge Youth Services, which provides free counseling for youth ages 12-19 Credits: BCB host, Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Line dancing? Table Tennis? Yoga? Beginning Chinese? Bridge? Drawing? Chess? Knitting? Photography? Astrology? German? Cribbage? Karaoke? Shakespeare? There's something for everyone at the BI Senior Center -- and you can help them decide what future offerings might be available! Attend one of four strategic planning sessions offered over the next week, and help our senior center plan for the future. Working with their existing members, the Senior Center's Board has come up with a five point plan for the center's future, but they want to open this discussion up to the larger community, so they are holding 4 strategic planning sessions at different times and places to make it easy to attend:   • Tuesday, September 11, 10 am-noon at Bethany Lutheran Church   • Thursday, September 13, 3-5 pm at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church   • Saturday, September 15, 1-3 pm at Island Volunteer Caregivers (behind Marge Williams Center)   • Tuesday, September 18, 7-9 pm at the Senior Center You need only attend one session, so choose the one most convenient for you and be sure to let them know what shape you'd like them to take for the future. For more information, visit their website at biseniorcenter.org. And to learn more about their wide range of learning and exercise opportunities, stop by the Center and pick up a copy of their Splash newsletter today! Credits: BCB host: Carolyn Goad; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Are you prepared if disaster strikes our community? Participate in Three Days of Preparedness--September 26, 29, and 30 -- and meet Ready Raccoon and the rescue dogs of Empact NW, experience a simulated earthquake, and learn more about what Bainbridge is doing to build resilience in case of catastrophic events. • Day One: Wednesday, Sept 26th Film Night @ The Pavilion – The Geological Formation of Bainbridge island Parts 1, 2 & 3. Two screenings @ 6 pm & 7 pm. It's free, but please reserve your tickets online https://bainbridgeprepares.org/event/3-days-of-preparedness-day-1-film-night/ • Day Two: Saturday, Sept 29th Expo @ City Hall – The Big Shaker: Earthquake Simulator, disaster preparedness workshops, Empact NW Rescue Dog Team, connect with the non-profit and tax funded organizations helping to prepare our community. • Day Three: Sunday, Sept 30th Emergency HUB Demo @ Island Church – Demonstrations and scenarios. See the non-profit and tax funded organizations, helping to prepare our community, in action. So come on down and bring the kids: It's an excellent opportunity to get to know each other, to learn about preparedness, and to meet the individuals, organizations and local government who are helping to prepare our community. Credits: BCB host, John Fossett; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

What is the development moratorium, why was it enacted, and how does it address growing concerns about the type of development happening on Bainbridge Island? In this podcast, BI Senior Planner Christy Carr and Planning Commissioner Jon Quitslund help clarify the issues. Beginning in January 2018, the Bainbridge Island City Council passed a series of ordinances establishing and clarifying a six-month moratorium on certain new developments. The moratorium was set to expire mid-summer but was extended on June 26 by an additional 90 days.   Listen here as BCB host Christina Hulet talks with long term islanders Christy and Jon  about the moratorium and several related topics, including the review process and design of subdivisions; the role of the Design Review Board and the Planning Commission; the Critical Areas and Landmark Tree ordinances; and the recommendations just delivered by the Affordable Housing Task Force. We also explore some of the criticisms associated with the moratorium and consider how best to hold the tension between development and preserving what we love about our island. For more information on the moratorium, visit the City's website at www.bainbridgewa.gov. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Many of us know people who are either struggling to stay in their current homes or hoping to find an affordable place on Bainbridge. Housing Resources Bainbridge is here to help: listen here as HRB's Phedra Elliot and Penny Lamping describe the services this vital group provides. Housing Resources Bainbridge (HRB) is an independent, nonprofit organization that provides and advocates for affordable rental housing and homeownership options on the island. HRB also helps elderly and disabled individuals stay in their homes by providing home improvements such as accessible walkways and kitchen/bathroom modifications. Phedra Elliot is HRB's executive director, and Penny Lamping is a long-time Bainbridge resident who serves as fundraising and Communications Manager. Together they explain the growing need in our community for a broader range of housing options and some of the ways HRB is working to achieve that goal. Phedra also served on the City's Affordable Housing Task Force (AHTF), which released its recommendations in July 2018. You can listen to a related podcast on that subject here. To learn more about Housing Resources Bainbridge, please visit their website at: http://housingresourcesbi.org/. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Bring your friends and family to the island's beaches on Sunday, September 9, and help keep our beaches clean and free of materials that can both damage wildlife and adversely affect our own food chain. The annual beach cleanup is not just happening on Bainbridge; volunteers from states across the U.S. and more than 100 countries come together each year as part of the International Coastal Cleanup. In this podcast Sustainable Bainbridge president Christine Perkins talks with Deb Rudnick, an environmental scientist and chair of the Bainbridge Island Watershed Council, about the many local, national, and international organizations involved in the cleanup, and what we as concerned citizens can do -- not just on Beach Cleanup Day, but every day -- to improve the health and beauty of our environment. Beach cleanup volunteers are encouraged to register in advance of the Sunday event at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0944a8ab2aa75-2018.  The main effort is focused from 10am to 2pm on Sunday, September 9th, but your help is appreciated anytime. More information can be found at the Sustainable Bainbridge web page for the event. There's also a Facebook page. Credits: BCB host, Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher, Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

How do we go about creating a community where people who want to live here can afford to do so? In June 2017, the Bainbridge Island City Council appointed a fifteen member, all citizen volunteer group to  answer that question. The Affordable Housing Task Force (AHTF) was charged with developing recommendations to improve access to affordable housing across the economic spectrum. This month, the AHTF released its final report, including proposals for our collective consideration.   In this podcast, we hear from several community members involved in the process. Althea Paulson is a long-time Bainbridge resident and Chair of the task force; Phedra Elliot is Executive Director of Housing Resources Bainbridge and a fellow AHTF member; and Jennifer Sutton is a Senior Planner for the City of Bainbridge.   Together, they help us understand why affordable housing has become an issue, why it matters, and what some possible solutions might be, including zoning changes, building on public lands, encouraging ADU's, incentivizing innovative solutions, and more.   Listen to this podcast as we explore these recommendations, and the inherent tensions and trade-offs that we as a community will need to weigh as we respond.   To get involved or learn more, you can attend the City Council's study session on the AHTF report on August 21 at 6pm at City Hall. More information is also available on the City's website at www.bainbridgewa.gov (type in “Affordable Housing Task Force” in the search box). Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

"What's happening to our world?," she said. Who is speaking? It's Finch, the bird-woman, who lives on a treeless island. She wants to build a boat as the water is rising. Bainbridge Islander Stefani Galaday's new book, Finch, sets the issues of climate change and the human condition into a charming mythological format as she explores hat is happening to our world and what can we do as individuals and organizations to steer our planet boat in a life affirming direction. Stefani will be reading, taking questions and leading a discussion on Saturday, August 18th, from 2 to 4 PM at the Bainbridge Island Library.  Everyone is invited!  If you'd like a copy of the book, or to contact Stefani, email her at finchbirdwoman@gmail.com. Credits: BCB host: Betsy Lydle Smith; audio tech Chris Walker; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Islander Rosalys Peel's book, Mike and Me, is a heartfelt and practical guide for couples choosing to cope with Alzheimers at home instead of in a care facility. In this podcast, Rosalys talks with family friend and videographer Christopher Davenport about the challenges she and her husband faced during the course of the ten years they lived together after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Listen here as she shares some of the landmarks and pitfalls of their journey, and explains how it was that she and her husband were able to embrace their  travails together and ultimately triumph over this debilitating disease with dignity, grace, and love. Rosalys will be reading from her book at Liberty Bay Bookstore in Poulsbo on August 5th at 2 pm. Copies are also available at Eagle Harbor Books. For more about the book and their story, visit http://www.mikeandmebook.com. Credits: BCB guest host: Christopher Davenport; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Arms Around Bainbridge swimmers will swim 30 miles around Bainbridge again this summer to help support families in financial crisis due to major illness. You can help!   In this podcast, members of Arms Around Bainbridge (AAB), join us on What's up Bainbridge to talk about their organization and the important work they've been doing since 2007 to help families and individuals in need of assistance.  Listen here to hear heartening stories of their accomplishments and the background of this inspiring organization: Bainbridge Islanders, working together to assist those in need of support and encouragement.  To learn more and support this important effort, visit armsaroundbainbridge.org . You'll be glad you did! Credits: BCB host and audio editor: Bob Ross; publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

Curious about bees? Listen here to learn more about these essential creatures from Thor Hanson, biologist and author of BUZZ: The Nature and Necessity of Bees Bees lie at the heart of the human and natural worlds. In this podcast, and in his book, Thor shares his knowledge about the many varieties of bees -- honeybees, bumblebees and lesser known diggers, miners, leafcutters, masons and others-- and describes how the bee is central both to our harvest and to our landscape. Listeners will also learn about the four P's that threaten Bees -- Pesticides, Pathogens, Parasites, and Poor nutrition -- and what each of us can do to encourage bee health. To learn more about bees, be sure to attend his upcoming presentation on BUZZ at Eagle Harbor Books, Friday July 13 at 6:30 pm. Credits: BCB host Jo Jenkins; BCB audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

"Music hath charms to soothe the savage breast," wrote William Congreve back in 1697. The Agate Pass Threshold Choir honors that sentiment, singing their gentle music to help ease people in difficult transitions. To learn more and hear their songs, listen here. Part of a larger international organization, the local group, which currently numbers 12 members who rehearse together every Monday evening, sends singers out in pods of two or four to the bedsides of transitioning souls, all free of charge. And in bringing healing to their listeners, their families, and their caregivers, the singers find a peace and joy for themselves as well. To learn more about the Threshold Choir, visit their website at thresholdchoir.org. And if you think you might be interested, either in singing with the Threshold Choir or in having them sing for someone you know, you can contact them via the website or by emailing Judy Friesem at jfriesem@gmail.com Credits: BCB host: Diane Walker;  BCB audio tech: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker; social media Jen St. Louis.

Where's Waldo returns to Winslow for his seventh year this July, and anyone can join the fun! Look for the the iconic little guy in the funny red and white hat in 25 different downtown venues, fill out your passport, collect your prizes, and be sure to attend the final celebration at Eagle Harbor Books, July 31st at 11 am! In this podcast Eagle Harbor Books' events coordinator and bookseller Victoria Irwin joins BCB host Carolyn Goad to talk about this fun activity inspired by the popular Where's Waldo books. It all starts with a passport -- which you can collect at Eagle Harbor Books or any of the 25 participating venues boasting a Waldo sticker on an outside window -- and then the fun begins. Your job is to find the six inch tall cardboard Waldo in at least 10 different places. Each time you find him, store staff will stamp your passport with a a unique stamp.   After collecting 10 stamps, head to the bookstore to collect a cool button and a coupon for a dollar off on any Waldo book .  The more stamps you accumulate in your passport, the more prizes you get.  The final celebration and prize giveaway will be on July 31st at 11 a.m. in the bookstore. So put on your Waldo hat, stop by any of the participating venues, and start your Waldo search today! Credits: BCB host Carolyn Goad; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher: Diane Walker.