Podcasts about sustainable bainbridge

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

Do you know your carbon footprint and what steps to take to reduce it? Do you know there’s a Carbon Footprint Calculator? You can learn about the CFC at the upcoming Bainbridge Island community online forum.  And you’ll hear from several local clergy talk about what their faiths calls them to do to address the climate crisis. The event is Our Climate, Our Faith, Our Future; Acting on Our Climate Action Plan Wednesday March 24, 2021 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. In this episode of What’s Up Bainbridge, BCB host Sonia Scaer speaks with John Kydd, the Organizer, and Rev. Stephen Crippen of Grace Episcopal Church. They share with Sonia how their faith inspires them to tackle the climate crisis at the local level, not alone but united with their congregation and other faith communities on the Island. You may reach out to John Kydd if you have any questions at john@kyddlaw.com To view the program details you may go to the Sustainable Bainbridge webpage here. You can also access the event on Facebook here. Credits: BCB Host Sonia Scaer; Audio editor Keith Doughty; Publisher Bob Ross

Did you know that almost 60% of the population are often not comfortable riding or walking to public spaces because they don’t feel safe doing so? What if we could make our streets and paths safer for children to ride their bicycle to school? You’ll hear discussion on these questions and more at the special City Council session on March 16th @ 5:00 pm. Leaders from several community organizations will participate in the study session to listen to Gil Penalosa, world-class expert in creating solutions that enable people to connect and access public spaces safely. In this podcast episode, guests Fran Korten and Susan Loftus of Bainbridge Greenways Steering Committee, add Leslie Schneider, City Council Liaison of the Sustainable Transportation Task Force share with us the ongoing effort to build the Bainbridge Island Sustainable Transportation Plan; a vision for how to we travel safely around the island and reduce our carbon footprint. And they’ll tell us what to expect at the March 16th study session. Learn more about the March 16th Council meeting by clicking here. To view the Sustainable Transportation Planning Study page go here. And to the Sustainable Bainbridge program “Bainbridge GreenWays” page go here. Credits: BCB Host Sonia Scaer; Audio editor Keith Doughty; Publisher Bob Ross

Bring your friends and family to the island’s beaches on Sunday, September 28, and help keep our beaches clean and free of materials that can both damage wildlife and adversely affect our own food chain. In this podcast Sustainable Bainbridge board member 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 international coastal 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 event at www.sustainablebainbridge.org.  The main effort is focused from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, September 28th, but your help is appreciated anytime. Credits: BCB host, Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher, Chris Walker.

Today we talk to Bainbridge Island council member Leslie Schneider  About Councilmember Leslie Schneider She has been an active advocate for sustainability and local economy since 1992 when I started volunteering for Sustainable Seattle and later for the Business Alliance for Local Living Economy. I love how the design of physical space can encourage the growth of relationships in a community. To live in deeper community with neighbors, I was a founding member of Jackson Place Cohousing (JPC). I had many leadership roles in the development and construction of JPC's 27 condominium units and common spaces, located just southeast of downtown Seattle, and I lived there for 8 years until moving to Bainbridge Island. I volunteered for the Pomegranate Center (“Strengthening communities through collaborative placemaking”). I even went all the way to New York City to take a workshop on “How to turn a place around,” from one of my favorite organizations, the Project For Public Spaces. I visit City Repair projects in Portland, Oregon and have participated recently in that organization's annual Village Building Convergence. I moved to Bainbridge Island in 2009. My son started at Woodward Middle School, enjoyed a couple years at Eagle Harbor High School, and graduated from Bainbridge High School in 2015. I started a coworking business called OfficeXpats with my partner Jason Omens in 2011. OfficeXpats is a shared office space and collaborative hub for independent professionals, and it won the Chamber of Commerce small business of the year award for 2014 for its support of local business and the community. I have also served on the boards of Sustainable Bainbridge and the Kitsap Regional Library Foundation. My office hours are Mondays, 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the 2nd floor landing in the Bainbridge Pavilion. The B.I.STANDER Podcast is a conversational podcast unique to Bainbridge Island and Seattle that covers culture, current events, humor, music, sports, technology, politics, island activities, environment, quality of life issues, wellness and just about everything else. The intent is to introduce interesting people, ideas, and conversations. We are not perfect and that's OK! Thank you for your understanding.  Our Podcast is brought to you by: Eagle Harbor Insurance Blue Canary Great Northern Electric Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Listen on Spotify, PlayerFM, Itunes, TuneIN, Castbox, and more! Music performed by Band of Steves of The Island Music Guild. 206-780-6911 lessons@islandmusic.org  *additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com  

Looking for climate action ideas you can implement right here on Bainbridge? Watch Paris to Pittsburgh and participate in a post-show idea exchange with Mayor Kol Medina and County Commissioner Charlotte Garrido: June 6, 7pm at the Bainbridge Public Library. In this podcast, BCB's Chris Walker sits down with Mike Kelly, the BI leader of Citizens' Climate Lobby, to discuss this enlightening film, which contains inspiring interviews with people across the nation who are making a difference in their communities. The movie will be shown at the Library June 6 as part of the Movies that Matter Series sponsored by Citizens' Climate Lobby, Sustainable Bainbridge, Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, and Friends of Island Power. Following the movie there will be a panel discussion led by Bainbridge Island Mayor Kol Medina and Kitsap County Commissioner Charlotte Garrido to share what’s currently being done locally and to envision together what additional actions we could be taking at the city and county level. For more information, email bainbridge@citizensclimatelobby.org. Credits: BCB Host: Chris Walker; Audio Editor and Publisher: Chris Walker

Movies That Matter is a new free monthly film series, featuring thought-provoking movies on a variety of environmental topics. The first one will air Thursday, November 1; 7pm at the Lynwood Theater. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Michael Cox, a retired Environmental Protection Agency advisor who is helping organize the series, which is sponsored by several organizations, including Sustainable Bainbridge, Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, Citizens’ Climate Lobby, and Friends of Island Power. The first screening will be of Happening: A Clean Energy Revolution, on Thursday, November 1st at Lynwood Theater at 7pm. This movie was directed by James Redford, Robert Redford’s son, who traveled across the country interviewing innovators and advocates of the clean energy economy. Listen as Michael shares how inspiring it was to see what people are doing in the Midwest and across our country to make a difference. Movies That Matter will take place on the 1st Thursday of every month. All movies are free to the public, and each showing will be followed by a community discussion with local experts. You can see their full list of screenings at: http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/pdfs/Movies%20that%20Matter%202018%20Flyer.pdf For more information on Movies That Matter, please contact: info@SustainableBainbridge.org Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

This month's Climate & Energy Forum will address two climate-related issues on our November ballot: State Initiative 1631 and the island's proposed SAFE Mobility Levy.  Come listen in from 10-11:30 am, October 20 at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church. State Initiative 1631 proposes the enactment of a carbon emissions fee of $15 per metric ton of carbon beginning in January 2020 to fund various environmental projects. The Bainbridge Island Safe Access for Everyone (SAFE) Mobility Levy is a seven-year, $15 million tax levy designed to fund shoulder upgrades on roadways, trails with a focus on safe routes to schools, and various sidewalk and other improvements to provide more safety and better access for those walking and biking on the island. In this podcast, Forum organizers Michael Cox and Bobbie Morgan explain more about these initiatives and offer a preview of the upcoming forum, which is brought to you by five local environmental organizations: Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, Sustainable Bainbridge, Friends of Island Power, and Citizens Climate Lobby. Together, they host a monthly series featuring speakers and discussion topics to increase our community’s awareness and response. For more information on the Climate and Energy Forum, please visit: www.bainbridgeislandforum.org. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and 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.

Meet Diane Landry of Bainbridge Island's award-winning non-profit, Zero Waste, and learn how you, too, can help with cleanup after the Rotary Auction and on July 4th. In this edition of What's up Bainbridge, Diane gives us the inside scoop on Zero Waste, an initiative of Sustainable Bainbridge.  Recognized as the ever present ‘face of Zero Waste' on Bainbridge Island, Diane spearheads their dealings with the recyclables and trash generated at the island's many public happenings.   The most consummate of volunteers, she organizes participants for a number of events from the upcoming Rotary Green Team for the yearly auction to the July 4th celebrations and the Friends of the Farms Harvest Fair in September.   In this podcast Diane talks about some of the challenges of raising awareness regarding waste generated at these events and what to do with it all, stressing the importance of the strong volunteer cadre that supports this vital Island undertaking.   She also takes time to tell about the extraordinary honor her Zero Waste Volunteer Team just received:  The Washington State Recycling Association's 2018 Nonprofit of the Year Award. To watch the one glass jar video referred to in the podcast, visit:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYDQcBQUDpw To learn more about Bainbridge Island Zero Waste,  please visit the Zero Waste web page at http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/bainbridge-island-zero-waste.aspx. If you would like to volunteer to help clean up after these island events, please visit  http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/volunteer-opportunities.aspx or click on the specific links below: Rotary Green Team: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0944a8ab2aa75-green1 Street Dance July 3: https://doodle.com/poll/6pzhnu4prirke4dz Celebrations July 4: https://doodle.com/poll/y9nmb7zcqr4c8qbz Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; BCB audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker; social media: Jen St. Louis.

What is the future of energy? In this podcast, Randal Samstag, board member of Bainbridge Island's Climate & Energy Forum, and Jonathan White, retired Director of Member Services and Marketing at Peninsula Light Company, talk about our energy future and the prospects and challenges for renewable energy in the Northwest. We learn about significant trends in the electric power industry and the work of Peninsula Light, a member-owned electric cooperative serving the Gig Harbor and Key Peninsulas, as well as parts of Pierce County. This utility has grown to be the second largest cooperative in the Northwest, serving over 112 square miles of service territory. To learn more, you can attend the next Climate & Energy Forum event, Future Energy Challenges, on Saturday, May 19, from 10:00am-11:30am at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church. Speakers will include Jonathan White and Amy Grice, Engineer at Peninsula Light Company. This forum is brought to you by five local environmental organizations — Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, Sustainable Bainbridge, Friends of Island Power, and Citizens Climate Lobby. Together, they host a monthly series featuring speakers and discussion topics to increase our community's awareness and response. For more information on the Climate and Energy Forum, please visit: www.bainbridgeislandforum.org. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

What to do about weeds? In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Jeannette Franks, coordinator for Weed Warriors, a volunteer coalition of gardeners and environmental activists affiliated with Sustainable Bainbridge. Its goal is to support the removal of noxious weeds and the restoration of native plants. Jeannette shares with us the most noxious weeds found on Bainbridge Island, their impact on the environment, and what we can do to get rid of them. In addition, we learn about several weed-related events and activities planned for the month of April as part of Earth Month. For example: Weed Warriors and the Puget Sound Restoration Fund is hosting Oyster Slurp! on Friday, April 20 at 5:30 at Seabold Hall. This includes free oyster tasting and a presentation on invasive weeds and their connection to oysters.   BI Land Trust is hosting a Celebratory Weed Pull Party on Sunday April 29 from 12-4pm at the Quitslund Family Farm.   Every Sunday in April, Bainbridge Island Land Trust, Let's Pull Together, and Kitsap County Noxious Weed Control Program are offering free invasive plant disposal of several common invasive plant species. These are just a few of the many events and activities scheduled for Earth Month in April. To see the full calendar of events and how to register, please visit: http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/earth-day-.aspx and https://www.facebook.com/EarthMonthBI. You're sure to find something fun and meaningful to do in April! To learn more about weeds, please visit: http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/introduction-to-weeds.aspx and http://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/nrs/noxious/ Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

What does clothing made of trash have in common with an oyster slurp? These are just two of the many activities being sponsored by Bainbridge organizations in honor of Earth Month: April 2018. In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet sits down with Christine Perkins, President of Sustainable Bainbridge, and Deb Rudnick, Chair of the Bainbridge Island Watershed Council, talk about the many events and activities planned for the month of April. There are activities for people of all ages and interests--from tree walks in Winslow to weed-pulling parties, from an oyster slurp to a trashion show (think fashion show with recycled materials), from events at our wineries to our farmers' market. Many organizations on our island are hosting events to celebrate our natural environment. They include: the Bainbridge High School Earth Service Corps, Bainbridge Island Historical Museum, Bainbridge Island Land Trust, Bainbridge Island Parks District, Bainbridge Island Rowing, Bloedel Reserve, the City of Bainbridge Island, the Farmers' Market, IslandWood, KidiMu, the Kitsap Audubon Society, Montessori County School, Puget Sound Restoration Fund, Sustainable Bainbridge and Weed Warriors, among others. To see the full calendar of events, please visit: http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/earth-day-.aspx and https://www.facebook.com/EarthMonthBI : You're sure to find something fun and meaningful to do in April! And, if you're taking photos of your Earth Month adventures, be sure to share them on Instagram: @EarthMonthBI #earthmonthbi. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

In this podcast, Sallie Maron, winner of Bainbridge Island's first ever Cultural Champion award, is interviewed by Catherine Camp, Sallie's successor as the Board Chair of Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network (BARN). Just what IS a Cultural Champion? Bainbridge Island's new Cultural Champion award defines it as person who works tirelessly to enhance the cultural riches of the island without necessarily being a practitioner in the arts and humanities -- and Sallie Maron is the perfect exemplar of that role. The child of a US Marine, Sallie spent her early years moving to a new town every two years or so, a process which led her to develop a certain flexibility and fearlessness that have helped her to become a natural leader. When she and her husband decided to raise their five children on Bainbridge, Sallie began applying those hard-earned skills, bringing projects like The Land Trust, the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Memorial Association, Sustainable Bainbridge, Sound Food, and BARN to fruition by actively engaging the interests, strengths and commitments of those around her. Listen here to hear more about Sallie, and how her passion for community has inspired her to give back in such incredible ways. Credits: BCB guest host: Catherine Camp; audio tech: Chris Walker; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

In this podcast, Sallie Maron, winner of Bainbridge Island's first ever Cultural Champion award, is interviewed by Catherine Camp, Sallie's successor as the Board Chair of Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network (BARN). Just what IS a Cultural Champion? Bainbridge Island's new Cultural Champion award defines it as person who works tirelessly to enhance the cultural riches of the island without necessarily being a practitioner in the arts and humanities -- and Sallie Maron is the perfect exemplar of that role. The child of a US Marine, Sallie spent her early years moving to a new town every two years or so, a process which led her to develop a certain flexibility and fearlessness that have helped her to become a natural leader. When she and her husband decided to raise their five children on Bainbridge, Sallie began applying those hard-earned skills, bringing projects like The Land Trust, the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Memorial Association, Sustainable Bainbridge, Sound Food, and BARN to fruition by actively engaging the interests, strengths and commitments of those around her. Listen here to hear more about Sallie, and how her passion for community has inspired her to give back in such incredible ways. Credits: BCB guest host: Catherine Camp; audio tech: Chris Walker; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

What is the intersection of climate change and social justice? Find out in this podcast as BCB host Christina Hulet interviews Running-Grass, a long-time environmental justice activist and multicultural environmental educator on Bainbridge Island. He is moderating the next Climate and Energy Forum discussion on January 17. The Forum – sponsored by Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, Sustainable Bainbridge, Friends of Island Power and Citizens Climate Lobby – hosts a monthly series featuring speakers and discussion topics to increase our community's awareness and response. This month, the topic is “Climate Justice: Climate Change through a Social Justice Lens.” Panelists include: Kim Powe, Director of Climate Justice at Puget Sound SAGE, Hodan Hassan, Climate Justice Organizer at Got Green, and Sapna Sopori, Director of Youth and Community Education at IslandWood. Running-Grass shares with us the origins of the Environmental Justice movement and his role as a delegate to the First National People of Color Environmental Leadership Summit in 1991, which launched the movement onto the national stage. We also learn about the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations such as racial minorities and low-income communities in our region. These impacts are distributed unequally and must be approached within an inclusive social justice context.    To learn more, you can attend the next Climate & Energy Forum event on Climate Justice on Wednesday, January 17 from 7:00 – 8:30pm at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church. For more information on the Climate and Energy Forum, please visit: www.bainbridgeislandforum.org. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

Did you know that half our carbon emissions in Washington State come from the transportation sector? Half of that amount comes from our own personal cars, but the rest of those emissions come from trucks, trains and ferries. So what kinds of changes COULD we make to reduce our carbon footprint? In this podcast, Steve Johnson and Randal Samstag, board members of Bainbridge Island's Climate & Energy Forum, talk about the work of five local environmental organizations -- Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, Sustainable Bainbridge, Friends of Island Power and Citizens Climate Lobby -- that are exploring this very question. Their Forum hosts a monthly series featuring speakers and discussion topics to increase our community's awareness and response. This month, the topic is on the electrification of our transportation system. Steve and Randal talk about what we can do to cut these emissions. For example, they highlight the benefits of buying an electric car and getting our local power from a cleaner, renewable source. They also note work already underway to have more electric buses and ferries. Joining this podcast via Skype to talk about the opportunities to improve our rail system, Bill Moyer, co-author of “Solutionary Rail: A Campaign to Electrify America's Rails While Creating Clean Energy Corridors," offers a vision for what can be done in the United States (see link here). To learn more, you can attend the next Climate & Energy Forum event, the Electrification of Transportation and the Path to a Carbon Free Washington, on Saturday, November 18, from 10:00am-11:30am at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church. Speakers will include Bill Moyer of Solutionary Rail, John Clausen of Kitsap Transit and Matt Von Ruden of the Washington State Ferries.  For more information on the Climate and Energy Forum, please visit: www.bainbridgeislandforum.org. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio editor and publisher: Diane Walker.

For many of us who care about the environment, the current political climate and federal-level actions can be particularly discouraging. As Junot Diaz, a Pulitzer-Prize winning writer, recently said, “There's nothing about our impoverished political systems...that is going to be able to hold us together in the face of the coming storm of climate change. We need a lot more than we have.” Fortunately Diaz went on to say that the solutions will lie in our collective genius: “from the bottom will the genius come --” and indeed, that's exactly what's happening here on Bainbridge Island. In this podcast, Michael Cox, a recently retired climate change advisor of the Environmental Protection Agency, and Dr. Lara Hansen, Executive Director of EcoAdapt and board member of Sustainable Bainbridge, tell us about five local environmental organizations that are coming together to work on climate change: Climate Action Bainbridge, EcoAdapt, Sustainable Bainbridge, Friends of Island Power and Citizens Climate Lobby. Together they are launching the Climate and Energy Forum, a new monthly series that will feature various speakers and discussion topics to increase our community's awareness and consider adaptation strategies for dealing with climate change. The first Climate and Energy Forum will focus on Bainbridge Island's climate assessment study and how it ties to our city's comprehensive plan. The event will be held on Saturday, October 21 from 10:00-11:30am at Eagle Harbor Congregational Church. Speakers will include State Senator Christine Rolfes, Mayor Val Tollefson and EcoAdapt's Lara Hansen.  In this podcast, Michael and Lara also share their personal reflections on environmental stewardship, including what has evolved in the field over the course of their careers. Together they emphasize one central message: how incredibly important and effective local and individual action is, and the difference that Bainbridge Island can make more broadly. For more information on the Climate and Energy Forum, please visit: www.bainbridgeislandforum.org. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio tech and editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Community has always been a passion for BCB founder Barry Peters, who with his wife, Channie, will be leaving Bainbridge Island this fall to join their daughter and grandchildren in Denver, Colorado. It was that passion for Community that drove Peters, who moved to Bainbridge Island in 2001, to help found Sustainable Bainbridge in 2005, and to serve on the Bainbridge City Council from 2008 to 2011. But this podcast is about his years with Bainbridge Community Broadcasting, which he founded in May of 2014 specifically to help build community. BCB is the first community-focused podcasting organization in the country, and since its inception Barry has been responsible for establishing and equipping the necessary recording studios; setting up the web presence, hosting over 100 podcast interviews, and recruiting and managing additional volunteers who have collectively hosted over 575 community podcasts.  All of those podcasts have been focused on the people, organizations, issues and events of our local Bainbridge Island community. But who is Barry Peters? In this podcast BCB Tastes of Bainbridge producer Bob Ross interviews Barry to learn more about what led him to BCB -- and Bainbridge -- in the first place. Listen here and learn about Barry's early years in radio, the surprising decision he made on his first date with Channie -- who is BCB's most prolific podcast host -- and his hopes for the future, both for BCB and its new BARN family, and for his own adventures as an active grandparent of two irresistible granddaughters.  As Barry says in his interview, "It's a terribly poignant and difficult time for us to leave so many friends and so much that has been meaningful for us in our life here on Bainbridge, but the magnet of grandchildren is very powerful!" Though we here at BCB can understand the choice that Barry and Channie have made, we will definitely miss them, and wish them all the best in their new adventures. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

Community has always been a passion for BCB founder Barry Peters, who with his wife, Channie, will be leaving Bainbridge Island this fall to join their daughter and grandchildren in Denver, Colorado. It was that passion for Community that drove Peters, who moved to Bainbridge Island in 2001, to help found Sustainable Bainbridge in 2005, and to serve on the Bainbridge City Council from 2008 to 2011. But this podcast is about his years with Bainbridge Community Broadcasting, which he founded in May of 2014 specifically to help build community. BCB is the first community-focused podcasting organization in the country, and since its inception Barry has been responsible for establishing and equipping the necessary recording studios; setting up the web presence, hosting over 100 podcast interviews, and recruiting and managing additional volunteers who have collectively hosted over 575 community podcasts.  All of those podcasts have been focused on the people, organizations, issues and events of our local Bainbridge Island community. But who is Barry Peters? In this podcast BCB Tastes of Bainbridge producer Bob Ross interviews Barry to learn more about what led him to BCB -- and Bainbridge -- in the first place. Listen here and learn about Barry's early years in radio, the surprising decision he made on his first date with Channie -- who is BCB's most prolific podcast host -- and his hopes for the future, both for BCB and its new BARN family, and for his own adventures as an active grandparent of two irresistible granddaughters.  As Barry says in his interview, "It's a terribly poignant and difficult time for us to leave so many friends and so much that has been meaningful for us in our life here on Bainbridge, but the magnet of grandchildren is very powerful!" Though we here at BCB can understand the choice that Barry and Channie have made, we will definitely miss them, and wish them all the best in their new adventures. Credits: BCB host, Bob Ross; audio editor and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

In this podcast, Deb Rudnick, an environmental scientist and chair of the Bainbridge Island Watershed Council, describes the upcoming Bainbridge Island Beach Cleanup on Saturday September 9th. All members of our community – individuals, families, groups, and people of all-ages – are invited to participate in this one-day cleanup to maintain our shorelines and ensure the health of our wildlife. Bainbridge held its first successful beach cleanup last year as part of a broader movement to protect our oceans worldwide. Deb shares with us that some marine creatures have died from ingesting large amounts of small plastic debris and waste. There's been a huge response by concerned citizens, as over half a million people from 112 countries removed more than 18 million pounds of trash during the 2016 International Coastal Cleanup. Bainbridge is continuing to be part of this broader movement this year under the leadership of Sustainable Bainbridge and its various partners: BI Watershed Council Bainbridge Beach Naturalists Zero Waste Bainbridge BI Land Trust Islandwood BI Parks and Recreation District Bainbridge Parks Foundation City of Bainbridge Island COBI Road Ends Committee Bainbridge Island Harbormaster This is an excellent opportunity for families and engaged citizens to do our part as well. Volunteers are encouraged to register in advance of the Saturday event at: http://www.sustainablebainbridge.org/bainbridge-beach-cleanup.aspx.  Advance registration allows you to choose which beach you'd like to work on.    The main effort is focused from 12pm to 3pm on Saturday, September 9th, but your help is appreciated even if for only part of that time. Further 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, Barry Peters; and social media publisher, Diane Walker.

Listen here as Maradel Gale, Frank Stowell, and Charles Schmid describe the upcoming May 21st Bainbridge Island Environmental Conference at Islandwood, where the topic will be: “Changing the Nature of Puget Sound: A Look at the Impacts of Industrial Aquaculture.” The event runs from 12:30 to 5:30pm. As they explain, “industrial aquaculture” includes two commercial activities which, if unchecked, could dramatically impact Bainbridge shorelines -- shellfish farming on beaches, and in-water pens for farmed fish like Atlantic salmon. Seating for the conference is limited. As of the podcast recording date, there are only about a dozen seats left. To reserve a seat, register at the Sustainable Bainbridge website or at the Islandwood website. Our podcast guests include: Maradel Gale, a founding board member and current officer of Sustainable Bainbridge, and a director of Bainbridge Beach Naturalists, which offers walking tours of the marine life along Bainbridge shorelines; Frank Stowell, a long-time member of the the Association of Bainbridge Communities (ABC), president of the ABC Foundation, and the moderator of the Environmental Conference; and Charles Schmid, one of the founders of the ABC organization in 1978, and a continuing officer. The Conference will include an exhibition in the main reception area at Islandwood, representing many of the local and regional environmental organizations co-sponsoring the event. Presentations will include: An overview of the impacts of industrial aquaculture A talk by a marine ecologist dispelling the myths of aquaculture An attorney explaining the legal aspects, and describing the “Shellfish Initiative” An explanation of regulatory gaps in the permitting of aquaculture A talk on Atlantic salmon net pens -- friend or foe? An overview of pesticide use in shellfish aquaculture A panel discussion about impacts for Puget Sound homeowners Final thoughts on how you can get involved in local efforts The primary sponsor is ABC, and, in addition to Sustainable Bainbridge, there are more than a dozen additional co-sponsors including the Bainbridge Island Land Trust, the City of Bainbridge Island; Kitsap Audubon; and a committee of the Sierra Club. In this podcast, Maradel explains why this topic matters on Bainbridge Island and compliments the City for significant and valuable improvements in its shoreline regulations. Frank discusses the notable history of neighborhood and community organizing -- and environmental activism -- on Bainbridge Island. Charles notes that this is the 14th environmental conference on Bainbridge, and offers highlights of prior conferences. This is BCB's first podcast in its new Media Arts Studio at BARN. The public grand opening of the newly constructed BARN center will be Saturday, June 3rd from 10am to 4pm. Credits: BCB host: Barry Peters; audio editor: Chris Walker; social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Bainbridge Islanders are famous for commemorating Earth Day each April, but this year Earth Month will be marked by events on the theme: "Celebrate Trees." In this podcast, Deb Rudnick, a board member of the Bainbridge Island Land Trust and the chair of our island's Watershed Council (affiliated with Sustainable Bainbridge) describes many of April events being hosted by nonprofits and businesses of Bainbridge island. As noted on the Sustainable Bainbridge webpage that provides a detailed calendar and listing of all the tree events for the month: "The goal of Celebrate Trees! Earth Month Bainbridge Island is to raise awareness and encourage involvement for Arbor Day and Earth Day, and to inspire all to protect our trees, our environment, and our planet. Celebrate Trees!" In this podcast, Deb fills us in on a sampler of the nearly 30 events and activities during the month. All events -- and their time and place -- can be found on the web calendar on the Sustainable Bainbridge website. The events are varied and include activities for all ages. They range from highly active -- such as weed pulling and a walking tour of the remarkable old trees of Winslow -- to quiet and contemplative -- such as the events for gardeners or those who want to simply say a blessing for our abundance of trees. Among the nonprofit sponsors of Celebrate Trees are: the Historical Museum, the Land Trust, the Parks District and Parks Foundation, the Watershed Council, Bloedel Reserve, Eagle Harbor Congregational Church, IslandWood, KiDiMu, Sustainable Bainbridge, Weed Warriors and the West Sound Wildlife Shelter, plus many businesses. Also, during Earth Month, there will be two Seattle-area opportunities for political action: Seattle March for Science on April 22nd Earth Day, at 10am; and the  Seattle Climate March, April 29th at 10am. As noted by Sustainable Bainbridge, here are some related treats during April: Trees You Can Eat! All month long local bakeries, including Bainbridge Bakers and Blackbird Bakery, will be offering tree and earth-shaped cookies for sale. Some of the best tasting trees you'll ever try! Tree Reads: Stop by Eagle Harbor Book Company where they'll have a fascinating collection of tree-related books highlighted for sale, as well as nature-themed author presentations during the month. Library Picks: Bainbridge Public Library will display books that fit with the Earth Month theme, including invasive species, sustainable gardening, native trees and more! Nature and Art: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art exhibit: "Revering Nature" with work focusing on the beauty and forces of nature. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

On the evening of this year's Earth Day, scientists gathered to read poems of lament -- or "keening" -- with poetry speaking for endangered species. The poems were written by local Island poet Bobbie Morgan.  The word “keening” comes from the Irish and Scottish Gaelic term caoineadh ("to cry, to weep"). It is a lament for the dead customarily for women to wail or keen at a funereal (source: Wikipedia). In this 10-minute video podcast, we see an excerpt from the event, including the readings of four poems for four endangered animal species. During the program on that Earth Day evening in April, twenty poems were read by 20 current (and future) locally-resident scientists, depicting threatened animals from 20 biological regions (“biomes”) of the world. Bobbie hopes that this poetry will enhance our experience of science and bring us to a stronger vision of a healthy future for our natural environment and earthly home. This event was publicized by Earth Art Bainbridge -- a project of Sustainable Bainbridge -- which sponsored a series of explorations of climate change by artists and writers in our community, which were presented prior to, and on, Earth Day weekend. The evening was made possible by Bobbie and the scientists who volunteered to read her poetry. John McKenzie, who is the volunteer cinematographer and executive editor of this video podcast, also voluntarily created a slideshow that played during the readings. Marcus Lang and Dusty Collings performed music that enhanced the experience of the evening. Sue Steindorff and Jeny Vidal made the Dayaalu Center available for the event, in the heart of Winslow. Additional partners and sponsors included: Artopia Creative, OfficeXpats, Arts and Humanities Bainbridge, Sound Repro and Sustainable Bainbridge. The 66-minute video of the full event can be viewed on the Art for Climate Change website. You can also visit Art for Climate Change on Facebook. Credits: BCB volunteer cinematographer and executive video editor: John McKenzie; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

On the evening of this year's Earth Day, scientists gathered to read poems of lament -- or "keening" -- with poetry speaking for endangered species. The poems were written by local Island poet Bobbie Morgan.  The word “keening” comes from the Irish and Scottish Gaelic term caoineadh ("to cry, to weep"). It is a lament for the dead customarily for women to wail or keen at a funereal (source: Wikipedia). In this 10-minute video podcast, we see an excerpt from the event, including the readings of four poems for four endangered animal species. During the program on that Earth Day evening in April, twenty poems were read by 20 current (and future) locally-resident scientists, depicting threatened animals from 20 biological regions (“biomes”) of the world. Bobbie hopes that this poetry will enhance our experience of science and bring us to a stronger vision of a healthy future for our natural environment and earthly home. This event was publicized by Earth Art Bainbridge -- a project of Sustainable Bainbridge -- which sponsored a series of explorations of climate change by artists and writers in our community, which were presented prior to, and on, Earth Day weekend. The evening was made possible by Bobbie and the scientists who volunteered to read her poetry. John McKenzie, who is the volunteer cinematographer and executive editor of this video podcast, also voluntarily created a slideshow that played during the readings. Marcus Lang and Dusty Collings performed music that enhanced the experience of the evening. Sue Steindorff and Jeny Vidal made the Dayaalu Center available for the event, in the heart of Winslow. Additional partners and sponsors included: Artopia Creative, OfficeXpats, Arts and Humanities Bainbridge, Sound Repro and Sustainable Bainbridge. The 66-minute video of the full event can be viewed on the Art for Climate Change website. You can also visit Art for Climate Change on Facebook. Credits: BCB volunteer cinematographer and executive video editor: John McKenzie; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 13-minute podcast, Deb Rudnick -- an environmental scientist and the longtime chair of the Bainbridge Island Watershed Council -- describes the upcoming Bainbridge Island Beach Cleanup, on Saturday September 17th. On that day, volunteers around the country will be making a difference on their local shorelines, working for both natural beauty and the health of shore birds and marine creatures. Deb explains that this first-of-a-kind cleanup day for the island's 56 miles of shoreline is being made possible by a wide range of local organizations: Sustainable Bainbridge, and component groups: BI Watershed Council Bainbridge Beach Naturalists Zero Waste Bainbridge BI Land Trust Islandwood BI Parks and Recreation District Bainbridge Parks Foundation City of Bainbridge Island Bainbridge Island Harbormaster Some marine creatures have died from ingesting large amounts of small plastic debris and waste. There's been a huge response by concerned citizens, as nearly 800,000 volunteers removed more than 18 million pounds of trash during the 2015 International Coastal Cleanup one year ago. Volunteers are encouraged to register in advance of the Saturday event by emailing Sustainable Bainbridge. Advance registration allows you to express an interest in the preferred stretch of beach where you'd like to help, and it will result in your obtaining advice and support in your efforts. Deb explains that you're welcome whether you're an individual, family or group. It's an all-ages event, so long as you're safely able to get down to the beach of your choice. Children should be under the supervision of an adult. The main effort is focused from 10am to 2pm that Saturday, but your help is appreciated even if for only part of that time. Further information can be found at the Sustainable Bainbridge web page for the event. There's also a Facebook page. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 20-minute podcast, Lara Hansen -- who is the co-founder, executive director and chief scientist of the Bainbridge-based nonprofit called EcoAdapt -- describes the Bainbridge Island Climate Impact Assessment report that she is presenting to our local City Council on July 26th. The report is the culmination of a year's work for a project that involved collaboration by the City, funding by Bainbridge Community Foundation, and cooperation with organizations like the Bullitt Foundation. The report assesses the impact that climate change is already having locally, how that impact will affect decision-making for public policy, business activity and actions by individuals for their home and daily living. The report goes on to make recommendations to the City, and to individuals, for actions that can now be taken to deal more effectively with those climate change impacts. Lara is a member of the board of directors of Sustainable Bainbridge, and has discussed climate change issues in prior BCB podcasts such as: CAFE-031 EcoAdapt helps COBI comp plan to adapt to climate change CAFE-007 Lara Hansen on Climate Change By proclamation, the City Council unanimously voted to declare the week of July 24, 2016 to be Climate Change Adaptation Week. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 20-minute podcast, Lara Hansen -- who is the co-founder, executive director and chief scientist of the Bainbridge-based nonprofit called EcoAdapt -- describes the Bainbridge Island Climate Impact Assessment report that she is presenting to our local City Council on July 26th. The report is the culmination of a year's work for a project that involved collaboration by the City, funding by Bainbridge Community Foundation, and cooperation with organizations like the Bullitt Foundation. The report assesses the impact that climate change is already having locally, how that impact will affect decision-making for public policy, business activity and actions by individuals for their home and daily living. The report goes on to make recommendations to the City, and to individuals, for actions that can now be taken to deal more effectively with those climate change impacts. Lara is a member of the board of directors of Sustainable Bainbridge, and has discussed climate change issues in prior BCB podcasts such as: CAFE-031 EcoAdapt helps COBI comp plan to adapt to climate change CAFE-007 Lara Hansen on Climate Change By proclamation, the City Council unanimously voted to declare the week of July 24, 2016 to be Climate Change Adaptation Week. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

April includes Earth Day and it's also Earth Art Bainbridge month, and one of the events you don't want to miss is a juried fashion show called the Earth Art Bainbridge Trashion Show, on Sunday April 10th at 2pm. Naomi Spinak has been coordinating the program for Sustainable Bainbridge and Bainbridge Island Zero Waste. She says that the program will feature fashions made entirely from recycled or repurposed items. “Trashionistas” will either supply their own model or have a model assigned to them in the project runway style. In this episode of "What's Up Bainbridge", Naomi speaks with BCB host Reed Price about the event. She explains why it's part of the month-long artistic response to climate and environmental issues, in the run-up to the local celebration of Earth Day on Saturday April 23rd. She says fashion show attendees can expect to see:1. Wearable clothing and accessories made from repurposed materials.2. Trashion couture: Garments made for one-time fashion display or that could be displayed afterwards but are not practical to wear. 3. Fantastical hats. To get tickets now for the Earth Art Bainbridge Trashion Show visit their Eventbrite ticket page. It's just $10 (or $5 for students or Seniors) for an afternoon of trashion fashion, prizes, refreshments, and fun! The program is Sunday, April 10, 2-4 p.m. at Eagle Harbor Church, 105 Winslow Way West. For details on all the activities during Earth Art Bainbridge month, visit their webpage. Credits: BCB host and audio editor: Reed Price; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this 20-minute podcast, long-time island resident Jon Quitslund reflects on why he volunteers for public service roles like serving on the Planning Commission. Jon describes his recent experience participating in the public process of selecting the new Community Development Director for the City of Bainbridge Island. He points to the cross-section of citizens who engaged in that interview and selection process, and describes why he's so pleased at the City Manager's selection of Gary Christensen. Christensen had been the unanimous first choice of all five members of the citizen panel of interviewers, including Jon. During this podcast conversation, Jon says that he feels the new planning director is particularly attuned to listening to citizen visions and concerns, and has the skills and qualities to build trust in the City and its planning processes. Jon also describes the importance of the ongoing public process to update the City's Comprehensive Plan, which was last updated in 2004. Jon describes the importance of the current focus on the adequacy of the island's fresh water resources and the relevance of the current review and modeling of the "carrying capacity" of our complex network of underground fresh water aquifers. Jon encourages community members to attend the next meeting in the 2-year Comp Plan update series. The meeting is framed as a "Community Conversation on Bainbridge Island's Water Supply" and is set for 6pm to 7:30pm on Thursday March 17th at City Hall. On a personal level, Jon describes how much he has always enjoyed walking in some of his favorite woodlands on the island, whether it's the Grand Forest or the vicinity of his family homestead off Torvanger Road. Jon also serves the community as vice president and board member of nonprofit Sustainable Bainbridge, which is the 501c3 parent organization of BCB. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters. Note: This podcast recording was edited for brevity and clarity.

In this 20-minute podcast, long-time island resident Jon Quitslund reflects on why he volunteers for public service roles like serving on the Planning Commission. Jon describes his recent experience participating in the public process of selecting the new Community Development Director for the City of Bainbridge Island. He points to the cross-section of citizens who engaged in that interview and selection process, and describes why he's so pleased at the City Manager's selection of Gary Christensen. Christensen had been the unanimous first choice of all five members of the citizen panel of interviewers, including Jon. During this podcast conversation, Jon says that he feels the new planning director is particularly attuned to listening to citizen visions and concerns, and has the skills and qualities to build trust in the City and its planning processes. Jon also describes the importance of the ongoing public process to update the City's Comprehensive Plan, which was last updated in 2004. Jon describes the importance of the current focus on the adequacy of the island's fresh water resources and the relevance of the current review and modeling of the "carrying capacity" of our complex network of underground fresh water aquifers. Jon encourages community members to attend the next meeting in the 2-year Comp Plan update series. The meeting is framed as a "Community Conversation on Bainbridge Island's Water Supply" and is set for 6pm to 7:30pm on Thursday March 17th at City Hall. On a personal level, Jon describes how much he has always enjoyed walking in some of his favorite woodlands on the island, whether it's the Grand Forest or the vicinity of his family homestead off Torvanger Road. Jon also serves the community as vice president and board member of nonprofit Sustainable Bainbridge, which is the 501c3 parent organization of BCB. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters. Note: This podcast recording was edited for brevity and clarity.

from BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/wu-230-green-buildings-lecture-feb-12/ Join Jill Bamburg, President and Co-Founder of Pinchot University (formerly Bainbridge Graduate Institute) and BCB host Christina Hulet as they discuss this month's Building a Sustainable Economy lecture: Green Building - Success Through Financing, Entrepreneurship and Community Engagement. The buildings in which we live, work and play protect us from nature's extremes, yet they also affect our health and environment in countless ways. Patterns of development, transportation infrastructure, building location and design have direct and indirect influences on human health, solid waste, water and air quality. As an alternative, green buildings are gaining momentum as environmentally responsible and resource efficient structures, finding the balance between homebuilding and the sustainable environment. However, successful green building implementation and management depends on the cooperation of engineers, architects, designers, contractors, entrepreneurs, clients, community, and financing agents. Join us for a conversation with three leading experts in the sector and learn about local and national initiatives, technologies, and market trends: Molly McCabe of HaydenTanner, Kimberly Lewis of the U.S. Green Building Council, and Tadashi Shiga of Evergreen Certified. The event is on Friday, February 12, 5:30 - 7 PM at Bainbridge Public Library. The BASE Lecture Series is developed in partnership with several local organizations, including the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce, Sustainable Bainbridge, Yes Magazine, Kitsap Regional Library and the Bainbridge Public Library. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio tech and editor: Chris Walker; BCB social media publisher: Diane Walker.

In this podcast, Lara Hansen explains how climate change will impact Bainbridge Island. She's the chief scientist and executive director of local nonprofit EcoAdapt, and a board member of Sustainable Bainbridge. EcoAdapt has been funded by Bainbridge Community Foundation to help local citizens participate in the City's update of the local Comprehensive Plan and show how our island can plan to be more adaptive to climate change. Lara describes how climate change will impact the various elements of our island's Comprehensive Plan, including Land Use, Environment, Housing and Utilities. She points to opportunities to resist and adapt to climate change that are available if we plan ahead. For example, she describes opportunities for our island to draw cleaner renewable energy and carbon-free electric power for our local grid if we form a local public electric utility rather than continue relying on our current mix of power sources that include coal and natural gas. Lara answers the question: What can community members do to help make our community more resilient in the face of climate change? Lara's nonprofit, EcoAdapt, hosted a citizen gathering at City Hall in late 2015 in which scores of islanders voiced concerns about climate change that are now finding their way into the City's Comprehensive Plan update. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this podcast, Lara Hansen explains how climate change will impact Bainbridge Island. She's the chief scientist and executive director of local nonprofit EcoAdapt, and a board member of Sustainable Bainbridge. EcoAdapt has been funded by Bainbridge Community Foundation to help local citizens participate in the City's update of the local Comprehensive Plan and show how our island can plan to be more adaptive to climate change. Lara describes how climate change will impact the various elements of our island's Comprehensive Plan, including Land Use, Environment, Housing and Utilities. She points to opportunities to resist and adapt to climate change that are available if we plan ahead. For example, she describes opportunities for our island to draw cleaner renewable energy and carbon-free electric power for our local grid if we form a local public electric utility rather than continue relying on our current mix of power sources that include coal and natural gas. Lara answers the question: What can community members do to help make our community more resilient in the face of climate change? Lara's nonprofit, EcoAdapt, hosted a citizen gathering at City Hall in late 2015 in which scores of islanders voiced concerns about climate change that are now finding their way into the City's Comprehensive Plan update. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/wu-220-starbucks-base-lecture/ Join Jill Bamburg, President and Co-Founder of Pinchot University (formerly Bainbridge Graduate Institute) and BCB host Christina Hulet as they discuss this month's Building a Sustainable Economy lecture at the Bainbridge Public Library. With over 17,000 retail stores in over 55 countries, Starbucks is a global food company that sources materials from around the world with 96% of purchases grown sustainably, protecting nature and improving farmers' livelihoods, according to its 2014 Global Responsibility Report. On Friday, January 15 at Bainbridge Public Library from 5:30-7:00pm, Jim Hanna, Director of Environmental Impact at Starbucks, will be discussing challenges and opportunities to build a sustainable supply chain including ethical sources, environmentally conscious retail, and creating pathways and for a workforce of over 300,000 employees worldwide. The BASE Lecture Series is developed in partnership with several local organizations, including the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce, Sustainable Bainbridge, Yes Magazine, Kitsap Regional Library and the Bainbridge Public Library. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio tech and editor: Chris Walker; BCB social media publishers: Diane and Chris Walker.

From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/wu-210-sustainable-food-systems-dec-11/ Join Jill Bamburg, President and Co-Founder of Pinchot University (formerly Bainbridge Graduate Institute) and BCB host Christina Hulet as they discuss this month's Building a Sustainable Economy lecture at the Bainbridge Public Library. Recently consumer awareness, market shifts, and weather conditions have encouraged corporations to approach the food supply chain with more long-term and inclusive strategies. Here to speak on these strategies will be guest speakers Eric Eddings, President and CEO at Oregon Ice Cream, and Sarah Beaubien, Director of Sustainability and Corporate Stewardship at Tillamook County Creamery Association. The two will be discussing sustainability practices in the food industry, including organic markets, fair trade, clean technology initiatives and more. The BASE Lecture Series is developed in partnership with several local organizations, including the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce, Sustainable Bainbridge, Yes Magazine, Kitsap Regional Library and the Bainbridge Public Library. This is a free event but seating is limited; please register at http://pinchot.edu/connect/events/december-base-building-sustainable-food-systems/ or to learn more, visit www.pinchot.edu. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; audio tech and editor: Chris Walker; BCB social media publishers: Diane and Chris Walker.

In this podcast, City employees Amber Richards and Heather Beckmann explain why they - and so many Bainbridge organizations and individuals - are working to make Bainbridge a safe haven again for bees, hummingbirds and other pollinators. In its first months, project partners have grown to include: ASANI and the Grow Community; Commodore Options School; Bay Hay and Feed (where bee hive education occurs); Bloedel Reserve; Friends of the Farms; beekeeper Charles Shafer (who educates on bees at the Farmers Market); Islandwood; Sustainable Bainbridge; Sweetlife Farm; and, now, BCB! Pollinators face a number of challenges in modern society and many species are in serious decline. Pesticide use, specifically the use of neonicotinoids, have caused massive die-offs. See this webpage for advice on how you can make a difference and avoid harmful pesticides in your home garden. Pollinators (bees, birds, moths, butterflies, and bats) are critical to human survival. Globally, pollinators account for pollination of approximately 85% of the world’s flowering plants and the vast majority of foods worldwide. One way to help is to become a beekeeper. Beekeeping is pursued worldwide. For one example, BCB discovered an apparently easy-to-use beehive invention on the crowd-funding website called IndieGoGo. However, if anyone tries that Hive Flow system, or any other beehive system for beginners, please let us know and we'll do a future podcast about it. This is not intended, however, as an endorsement of Hive Flow or any other product by the Pollinator project. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this podcast, City employees Amber Richards and Heather Beckmann explain why they - and so many Bainbridge organizations and individuals - are working to make Bainbridge a safe haven again for bees, hummingbirds and other pollinators. In its first months, project partners have grown to include: ASANI and the Grow Community; Commodore Options School; Bay Hay and Feed (where bee hive education occurs); Bloedel Reserve; Friends of the Farms; beekeeper Charles Shafer (who educates on bees at the Farmers Market); Islandwood; Sustainable Bainbridge; Sweetlife Farm; and, now, BCB! Pollinators face a number of challenges in modern society and many species are in serious decline. Pesticide use, specifically the use of neonicotinoids, have caused massive die-offs. See this webpage for advice on how you can make a difference and avoid harmful pesticides in your home garden. Pollinators (bees, birds, moths, butterflies, and bats) are critical to human survival. Globally, pollinators account for pollination of approximately 85% of the world's flowering plants and the vast majority of foods worldwide. One way to help is to become a beekeeper. Beekeeping is pursued worldwide. For one example, BCB discovered an apparently easy-to-use beehive invention on the crowd-funding website called IndieGoGo. However, if anyone tries that Hive Flow system, or any other beehive system for beginners, please let us know and we'll do a future podcast about it. This is not intended, however, as an endorsement of Hive Flow or any other product by the Pollinator project. Credits: BCB host, audio editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

How might companies large and small reflect our highest values? In this podcast, BCB host Christina Hulet speaks with Jill Bamburg, president and co-founder of Pinchot University (formerly known as Bainbridge Graduate Institute). Jill talks about a speaker series that is open to Bainbridge community members at the local Library -- the BASE lecture series (Building a Sustainable Economy). This is a monthly series featuring business and community leaders from around the country who present topics pertaining to social justice, environmental protection, sustainability, corporate responsibility and related concerns. The first in this year's series is: "Diversity and Inclusion in Social Entrepreneurship". It will be held on Friday, November 13 at Bainbridge Public Library from 5:30-7:00pm and will include two speakers: Effenus Henderson, President and CEO of HenderWorks, and Janis Puracal, Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Oregon Innocence Project. They will talk about building bridges across diverse communities and the value of inclusion in the workplace. Jill talks about why this is such an important and timely conversation in our country today and how it ties to the mission of Pinchot University. The event is sponsored by several organizations including the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce, Bainbridge Public Library, Sustainable Bainbridge, YES! Magazine and Pinchot University. This is a free event but seating is limited; please register here. To learn more, visit the Pinchot University website. Credits: BCB host: Christina Hulet; BCB editor and social media publisher: Barry Peters.

From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/tast-008-farmers-market-october-10/ This week at the Farmer's Market, BCB host Bob Ross chats with Rebecca Slattery of Persephone Farm and BCB Station manager Barry Peters. Persephone is a small, bio-diverse family farm in Indianola, growing a wide array of vegetables, fruit and fresh cut flowers. As farmer-florists, they offer full wedding flower packages as well as loose flowers by the bucket from July through October.  Their farming practices are Morganic, focusing on conservation of resources, minimizing landfill-bound materials and pollinator enhancement as well as avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.  Their longstanding apprenticeship program trains future farmers to follow in their footsteps. BCB station manager Barry Peters has been serving as BCB's manager since it was first organized by Sustainable Bainbridge in July 2013. Barry points proudly to a number of significant milestones in BCB history: since BCB started publishing podcast radio shows in May 2014, more than 250 podcast episodes have been published, resulting in nearly 25,000 downloads.  Barry explains how BCB's mission -- to build community -- has led BCB's adult and student volunteers to interview more than 90 community organizations, such as nonprofits, businesses, churches and local governments, and has now expanded to include the local purveyors at the Farmers Market. Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher Diane Walker.

From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/tast-008-farmers-market-october-10/ This week at the Farmer's Market, BCB host Bob Ross chats with Rebecca Slattery of Persephone Farm and BCB Station manager Barry Peters. Persephone is a small, bio-diverse family farm in Indianola, growing a wide array of vegetables, fruit and fresh cut flowers. As farmer-florists, they offer full wedding flower packages as well as loose flowers by the bucket from July through October.  Their farming practices are Morganic, focusing on conservation of resources, minimizing landfill-bound materials and pollinator enhancement as well as avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.  Their longstanding apprenticeship program trains future farmers to follow in their footsteps. BCB station manager Barry Peters has been serving as BCB's manager since it was first organized by Sustainable Bainbridge in July 2013. Barry points proudly to a number of significant milestones in BCB history: since BCB started publishing podcast radio shows in May 2014, more than 250 podcast episodes have been published, resulting in nearly 25,000 downloads.  Barry explains how BCB's mission -- to build community -- has led BCB's adult and student volunteers to interview more than 90 community organizations, such as nonprofits, businesses, churches and local governments, and has now expanded to include the local purveyors at the Farmers Market. Credits: BCB host: Bob Ross; audio editor: Chris Walker; publisher Diane Walker.

In the first podcast of a new BCB series called "Clergy on Bainbridge", we welcome the co-minister of Cedars Unitarian Universalist Church, Jaco ten Hove. Jaco and his wife Barbara have jointly served for 7 years as the settled ministers of Cedars, responding to a year-long national search in 2008. In this interview, we explore with Jaco how he, as a clergy member, likes to practice in the wider community what he preaches with his congregation, such as: collaboration, for example, with other clergy in the Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap Interfaith Council; appreciation of nature, such as serving as a docent and advocate for the environmental learning center in the woods at IslandWood; addressing climate change, through projects, such as those of Sustainable Bainbridge and Island Power, that help achieve energy conservation and greener electrical power; and seeking peace, such as when he marched with his Zen Buddhist spiritual leader and friend Senji, from Olympia to the submarine nuclear weapons depot in western Kitsap. Jaco says he appreciates that the Cedars congregation has chosen to conserve land and resources by sharing the lovely facilities of The Island School rather than consuming land and resources on a separate building.  He also appreciates how the Cedars congregation welcomes members of the LGBTQ community, and expresses a friendly welcome to worship service visitors of a wide variety of ages and life styles. Jaco says visitors are invited to the weekly Cedars worship services at 10am each Sunday at The Island School at 8553 NE Day Road. Credits: BCB host, editor and publisher: Barry Peters.

In the first podcast of a new BCB series called "Clergy on Bainbridge", we welcome the co-minister of Cedars Unitarian Universalist Church, Jaco ten Hove. Jaco and his wife Barbara have jointly served for 7 years as the settled ministers of Cedars, responding to a year-long national search in 2008. In this interview, we explore with Jaco how he, as a clergy member, likes to practice in the wider community what he preaches with his congregation, such as: collaboration, for example, with other clergy in the Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap Interfaith Council; appreciation of nature, such as serving as a docent and advocate for the environmental learning center in the woods at IslandWood; addressing climate change, through projects, such as those of Sustainable Bainbridge and Island Power, that help achieve energy conservation and greener electrical power; and seeking peace, such as when he marched with his Zen Buddhist spiritual leader and friend Senji, from Olympia to the submarine nuclear weapons depot in western Kitsap. Jaco says he appreciates that the Cedars congregation has chosen to conserve land and resources by sharing the lovely facilities of The Island School rather than consuming land and resources on a separate building.  He also appreciates how the Cedars congregation welcomes members of the LGBTQ community, and expresses a friendly welcome to worship service visitors of a wide variety of ages and life styles. Jaco says visitors are invited to the weekly Cedars worship services at 10am each Sunday at The Island School at 8553 NE Day Road. Credits: BCB host, editor and publisher: Barry Peters.

In this podcast, we meet organizers and participants in the ambitious Bainbridge Island arts community project called "Earth Art Bainbridge." They talk with BCB host Reed Price about their goals and plans and the many opportunities for community members to join in. Earth Art Bainbridge is the brainchild of local activist, computer scientist, and author Beth Robson. She hopes that people will start thinking now about how to explore their response to our changing climate using art – whether the medium is music, theater, poetry, photography, painting or performance. Barbara Sacerdote, the Executive Director of Arts & Humanities Bainbridge says her organization is fully supportive, saying “if any community can do this, Bainbridge Island can.” Also part of this discussion are: Kathleen Thorne of Bainbridge Performing Arts and Island Theater; both groups have plans to support the project; Leslie Schneider of OfficeXpats, who will be organizing a speed-lecture show, “Ignite Bainbridge,” as part of Earth Art Bainbridge; Joel Sackett, accomplished photographer, who is the project’s lead artist; and Janet Knox, poet and scientist, who is among the project’s early announced participants. For more information and to indicate your possible interest in participating, visit the Earth Art Bainbridge website. Or, contact the organizers through their website. This project is sponsored and supported by: Sustainable Bainbridge, Arts & Humanities Bainbridge, Artopia Creative, OfficeXpats, Island Theater, Bainbridge Performing Arts, Ignite Bainbridge, Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, Bainbridge Public Library, the Bloedel Reserve, and the Bainbridge Community Foundation. Credits: BCB host and audio editor: Reed Price; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this podcast, we meet organizers and participants in the ambitious Bainbridge Island arts community project called "Earth Art Bainbridge." They talk with BCB host Reed Price about their goals and plans and the many opportunities for community members to join in. Earth Art Bainbridge is the brainchild of local activist, computer scientist, and author Beth Robson. She hopes that people will start thinking now about how to explore their response to our changing climate using art – whether the medium is music, theater, poetry, photography, painting or performance. Barbara Sacerdote, the Executive Director of Arts & Humanities Bainbridge says her organization is fully supportive, saying “if any community can do this, Bainbridge Island can.” Also part of this discussion are: Kathleen Thorne of Bainbridge Performing Arts and Island Theater; both groups have plans to support the project; Leslie Schneider of OfficeXpats, who will be organizing a speed-lecture show, “Ignite Bainbridge,” as part of Earth Art Bainbridge; Joel Sackett, accomplished photographer, who is the project's lead artist; and Janet Knox, poet and scientist, who is among the project's early announced participants. For more information and to indicate your possible interest in participating, visit the Earth Art Bainbridge website. Or, contact the organizers through their website. This project is sponsored and supported by: Sustainable Bainbridge, Arts & Humanities Bainbridge, Artopia Creative, OfficeXpats, Island Theater, Bainbridge Performing Arts, Ignite Bainbridge, Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, Bainbridge Public Library, the Bloedel Reserve, and the Bainbridge Community Foundation. Credits: BCB host and audio editor: Reed Price; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

“Life is not something we go through or that happens to us; it's something we create by our decisions," says OSU Professor Kathleen Dean Moore in her latest book, Moral Ground: Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril. In this podcast -- by skype from her home in Corvallis, Oregon -- Professor Moore talks with BCB host Barry Peters about her upcoming presentationat Grace Church on Saturday, May 2nd on: “Red Sky in Morning: Ethics and Climate Change.” The themes of her talk come from her book, which gathers testimonies from a hundred of the world's moral leaders calling us to honor our obligations to future generations. Moore is a Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Oregon State University, where she teaches environmental ethics, philosophy of nature and other courses in OSU's new MA program in Environmental Leadership. The talk will be sponsored by a large number of community organizations.  Patrons include: Interfaith Council; Malone Environmental Consulting; North Kitsap UU Church; Port Gamble S'Klallam Foundation; Stillwaters Environmental Center; and Sustainable Bainbridge (the parent of BCB). Sponsors of the talk include: CommonHouse; Earth Ministry; Grace Episcopal Church; Sound Spirit - Suquamish UCC Church; and Unity of North Kitsap. The event is open to the public, with a $5 suggested donation at the door. Credits: BCB host: Barry Peters; BCB audio editor: Chris Walker; BCB social media publisher: Diane Walker.

Kellie Stickney, the Community Engagement Specialist for the City of Bainbridge Island, describes four ways the City will commemorate the Earth Day during the 4th week of April. 1. Goals for Bees and Lighting: The City will join the 4 other local governments (Schools, Fire, Parks and Library) in signing a proclamation committing to two environmental goals. For the City, the goals are: supporting bee pollination pathways on the island; and converting 80% of the City's own lighting to energy-efficient LED bulbs. 2. BI Ride: a ride when and where you need it:  On April 21, the City staff "Green Team" will encourage the public to try Kitsap Transit's convenient new "BI Ride" on-demand service.  For residents of any age, it's easy to call in advance for door-to-door service on a small van to any island destination. There's also a daily scheduled route. 3. Solar Panels: On April 22nd (Earth Day, nationally), the ribbon will be cut for the rooftop solar panels at the Waterfront Park Community Center.  There will be experts from PSE, a credit union, and a solar installation contractor, to explain our generous WA state and Federal financial incentives, and explain why this is an excellent time to install solar panels on your home or business. A PSE Foundation grant financed the panels. 4. Farmers Market: On Saturday April 25th, the City will join several nonprofits with booths at the Farmers Market to educate and inform. The City will describe water conserving plantings for your yard, and how to attract bees. Sustainable Bainbridge (including BCB) will be at the Farmers Market with tables and information to commemorate Earth Day. Credits: BCB host and publisher: Barry Peters; BCB audio editor: Tim Bird.

Listen to this in-depth 30-minute interview with Bainbridge resident and world-renown author, David Korten, at BCB's studio. David discusses his just-published book: “Change the Story, Change the Future: A Living Economy for a Living Earth,” available from Eagle Harbor Books. The interview also reveals David’s passionate commitment to local community. David expresses the many ways in which Bainbridge Island is, and could increasingly be, an outstanding example of a community seeking to achieve social and economic well-being -- with locally owned main street businesses and city policies that preserve a healthy natural environment -- rather than succombing to outside pressures for big-money exploits. And David explains how one local Bainbridge nonprofit business, Yes! Magazine, is telling the stories of people and places that offer hope for change amidst the challenges of our times. David Korten, an internationally-published author and engaged citizen, is co-founder and board chair of YES! Magazine, co-founder and co-chair of the New Economy Working Group, president of the Living Economies Forum. A 20th anniversary edition of his classic best seller When Corporations Rule the World will launch in June 2015. In 2010, inspired by the Occupy movement, he published Agenda for a New Economy: From Phantom Wealth to Real Wealth. David’s April 2006 talk to a standing-room audience at the Bainbridge Performing Arts playhouse, on his then-newest book: The Great Turning: From Empire to Earth Community, was the first event hosted by the then-new nonprofit, Sustainable Bainbridge. David has MBA and Ph.D. degrees from the Stanford Business School, and in his earlier career served as a captain in the US Air Force, a Harvard Business School professor, a Ford Foundation project specialist, and has decades of fieldwork seeking economic development in countries such as Ethiopia, Nicaragua, Philippines, and Indonesia. Credits: BCB host, editor and publisher: Barry Peters

Listen to this in-depth 30-minute interview with Bainbridge resident and world-renown author, David Korten, at BCB's studio. David discusses his just-published book: “Change the Story, Change the Future: A Living Economy for a Living Earth,” available from Eagle Harbor Books. The interview also reveals David's passionate commitment to local community. David expresses the many ways in which Bainbridge Island is, and could increasingly be, an outstanding example of a community seeking to achieve social and economic well-being -- with locally owned main street businesses and city policies that preserve a healthy natural environment -- rather than succombing to outside pressures for big-money exploits. And David explains how one local Bainbridge nonprofit business, Yes! Magazine, is telling the stories of people and places that offer hope for change amidst the challenges of our times. David Korten, an internationally-published author and engaged citizen, is co-founder and board chair of YES! Magazine, co-founder and co-chair of the New Economy Working Group, president of the Living Economies Forum. A 20th anniversary edition of his classic best seller When Corporations Rule the World will launch in June 2015. In 2010, inspired by the Occupy movement, he published Agenda for a New Economy: From Phantom Wealth to Real Wealth. David's April 2006 talk to a standing-room audience at the Bainbridge Performing Arts playhouse, on his then-newest book: The Great Turning: From Empire to Earth Community, was the first event hosted by the then-new nonprofit, Sustainable Bainbridge. David has MBA and Ph.D. degrees from the Stanford Business School, and in his earlier career served as a captain in the US Air Force, a Harvard Business School professor, a Ford Foundation project specialist, and has decades of fieldwork seeking economic development in countries such as Ethiopia, Nicaragua, Philippines, and Indonesia. Credits: BCB host, editor and publisher: Barry Peters

It's time to talk trash with award winner Diane Landry of the Bainbridge Island Zero Waste project. In this episode, BCB host Miles Schneiderman is joined by Diane Landry and Regina Spoor of Sustainable Bainbridge's Zero Waste Initiative to discuss their work to improve and maintain Bainbridge Island's practices of waste management and recycling. Diane is the coordinator of the Zero Waste initiative, and her efforts have just resulted in her being named the Kitsap Community Foundation's 2015 Outstanding Citizen of the Year.  Regina is a Zero Waste volunteer and a founding member of Bainbridge Island's original Friends of Recycling organization. During the conversation, Diane and Regina talk about what the Zero Waste Initiative does, how it got started, and how each of them became involved. They discuss past actions, such as their efforts to recycle political campaign signs. The Zero Waste team voluntarily manages recycling at the Island's Grand Old Fourth of July festivities hosted annually by the local Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber also honored Diane recently with their annual citizenship award.  Miles also asks Diane and Regina how Bainbridge can do better in terms of recycling, how much progress they have seen since their initial respective sparks of passion, and what keeps them inspired to volunteer for such an important cause. Finally, they reveal how Bainbridge Island residents can get involved in the Zero Waste Initiative. Check out this fun 20-minute conversation to learn what it takes to become Outstanding Citizen of the Year! Credits: BCB host and audio editor: Miles Schneiderman; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters.

In this episode of Community Cafe Bainbridge, we meet Clarice Cutler, the director of the Student Conservation Corps (SCoCo). Joining Clarice is Elan Safford, a senior at Bainbridge High School who is an active and enthusiastic SCoCo volunteer. They discuss this year's SCoCo process for recruiting approximately 24 teens for Spring Break and Summer Break work sessions. SCoCo provides rewarding paid work and volunteer experience for students who are 15-18 years old, who are interested in environmental conservation and stewardship, and who like to work hard outside on gratifying projects. SCoCo is currently sponsored by Sustainable Bainbridge, and works closely with the Island's Parks District, Parks Foundation and Bainbridge Island Land Trust. Anyone interested in applying must attend one of the four application work parties that are occurring this month and next.  On March 7, interested teens can apply to work at Ted Olsen Nature Preserve from 1pm to 3:30pm.  On April 11, the 2.5 hour application work party will be at Fay Bainbridge Park. And on April 25, the work party will be at Pritchard Park. Please email program director Clarice before attending a work party. Visit their Sustainable Bainbridge SCoCo web page for more information." The students volunteer to clear invasive plants from public parks and private lands that have a conservation easement that is overseen by the Bainbridge Island Land Trust (BILT).  BILT has an Americorps intern who works with the SCoCo volunteers during the summer. English ivy, scotch broom and tansy ragwort are three prominent examples of invasive and noxious weeds that volunteers seek to remove by physically pulling them out by the roots. Elan reports that the work is hard but also fun, and that it gives a sense of accomplishment. He says of his summer SCoCo work: “I loved it.” Over the past several years, SCoCo teenagers have cleared over 10,000 Bainbridge Island trees of ivy, especially on public park properties. The teens in SCoCo are setting a great example for all of us.  As Clarice says: “If every one of us stopped and picked a small Scotch Broom plant every day, we'd truly be set on Bainbridge Island.” Credits: BCB host: Charlie Hanacek; BCB audio editor: Tim Bird; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters. Photos: Molly Esteve.

In this episode of Community Cafe Bainbridge, we meet Clarice Cutler, the director of the Student Conservation Corps (SCoCo). Joining Clarice is Elan Safford, a senior at Bainbridge High School who is an active and enthusiastic SCoCo volunteer. They discuss this year’s SCoCo process for recruiting approximately 24 teens for Spring Break and Summer Break work sessions. SCoCo provides rewarding paid work and volunteer experience for students who are 15-18 years old, who are interested in environmental conservation and stewardship, and who like to work hard outside on gratifying projects. SCoCo is currently sponsored by Sustainable Bainbridge, and works closely with the Island’s Parks District, Parks Foundation and Bainbridge Island Land Trust. Anyone interested in applying must attend one of the four application work parties that are occurring this month and next.  On March 7, interested teens can apply to work at Ted Olsen Nature Preserve from 1pm to 3:30pm.  On April 11, the 2.5 hour application work party will be at Fay Bainbridge Park. And on April 25, the work party will be at Pritchard Park. Please email program director Clarice before attending a work party. Visit their Sustainable Bainbridge SCoCo web page for more information." The students volunteer to clear invasive plants from public parks and private lands that have a conservation easement that is overseen by the Bainbridge Island Land Trust (BILT).  BILT has an Americorps intern who works with the SCoCo volunteers during the summer. English ivy, scotch broom and tansy ragwort are three prominent examples of invasive and noxious weeds that volunteers seek to remove by physically pulling them out by the roots. Elan reports that the work is hard but also fun, and that it gives a sense of accomplishment. He says of his summer SCoCo work: “I loved it.” Over the past several years, SCoCo teenagers have cleared over 10,000 Bainbridge Island trees of ivy, especially on public park properties. The teens in SCoCo are setting a great example for all of us.  As Clarice says: “If every one of us stopped and picked a small Scotch Broom plant every day, we’d truly be set on Bainbridge Island.” Credits: BCB host: Charlie Hanacek; BCB audio editor: Tim Bird; BCB social media publisher: Barry Peters. Photos: Molly Esteve.

From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/cafe-007-lara-hansen-climate-change/ Wondering what you can do about climate change? In this episode, BCB host Miles Schneiderman joins Lara Hansen, chief scientist and executive director of the non-profit Eco-Adapt organization, to discuss ways in which the Bainbridge Island community can adapt itself to the realities of climate change.  Lara is a Bainbridge Island resident and a Sustainable Bainbridge board member. She has worked for the EPA and the World Wildlife Fund, and serves on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.  During her conversation with Miles, Lara offers examples of ways in which Bainbridge residents can think about climate change issues in the context of our island's features -- such as our local development patterns and vulnerability in some shoreline areas to rising sea levels -- and mentions ways in which an awareness of climate change can be integrated into the current efforts to update the city’s local comprehensive plan.  They also talk about the failure of governments to address climate change, the need for adaptation on the part of local administrations, and Lara’s optimism for the future.  Join them for this informative, 25-minute chat and find out how you and your city can take a stand against a phenomenon that is, in Lara’s words, “everybody’s problem.” To learn more about Lara and her work, visit www.ecoadapt.org and www.sustainablebainbridge.org.   Credits: BCB host: Miles Schneiderman; BCB audio editor: Barry Peters; BCB social media publishers: Chris and Diane Walker

From BCB... http://bestofbcb.org/cafe-007-lara-hansen-climate-change/ Wondering what you can do about climate change? In this episode, BCB host Miles Schneiderman joins Lara Hansen, chief scientist and executive director of the non-profit Eco-Adapt organization, to discuss ways in which the Bainbridge Island community can adapt itself to the realities of climate change.  Lara is a Bainbridge Island resident and a Sustainable Bainbridge board member. She has worked for the EPA and the World Wildlife Fund, and serves on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.  During her conversation with Miles, Lara offers examples of ways in which Bainbridge residents can think about climate change issues in the context of our island's features -- such as our local development patterns and vulnerability in some shoreline areas to rising sea levels -- and mentions ways in which an awareness of climate change can be integrated into the current efforts to update the city's local comprehensive plan.  They also talk about the failure of governments to address climate change, the need for adaptation on the part of local administrations, and Lara's optimism for the future.  Join them for this informative, 25-minute chat and find out how you and your city can take a stand against a phenomenon that is, in Lara's words, “everybody's problem.” To learn more about Lara and her work, visit www.ecoadapt.org and www.sustainablebainbridge.org.   Credits: BCB host: Miles Schneiderman; BCB audio editor: Barry Peters; BCB social media publishers: Chris and Diane Walker

From BestofBCB.org... Meet the leaders of One Call for All who send the annual red envelope that gives you one easy way to donate to all of your favorite local nonprofits. On this podcast, the board president of One Call, Bruce Weiland, and Executive Director Holly Rohrbacher, tell the story about this 54th year of the Red Envelope campaign. The papers in the Red Envelope give you an easy way to mark your choices for your annual gifts to your favorite local charities.  Every penny you designate to the organizations of your choice will go to those designated organizations.  One Call for All does not take any share of the dollars you designate. With just one part-time staff member and an all-volunteer working board, One Call for All is a lean running organization. And the annual stuffing and stamping of about 10,000 red envelopes is performed generously by about 100 community volunteers. For this current campaign ending December 31st, the benefits will flow to 96 nonprofits that serve Bainbridge Island needs. Last year, your Red Envelope gifts to Sustainable Bainbridge provided funds for all the radio equipment for our BCB studio and the rent for BCB's 2014 start-up year at the Marge Williams Center. This campaign saves you and local nonprofits from getting involved in duplicative and repeated solicitations.  It's so simple to engage in just one consolidated call per year for all the essential nonprofits of the community. Further information is available at the One Call for All website, here. Credits: BCB host: Barry Peters; BCB audio editor and music intro: Tim Bird; BCB ferry music: Dogfish Bay Studios; BCB podcast art: wrtopia creative.

In this first podcast episode from the BCB studio of the Bainbridge High School Radio Club, Ryan Cox interviews 2014 BHS Senior and outstanding violinist Sophia Stoyanavich. At the time of this recording in early June, she was preparing for her senior violin recital on June 29th in connection with graduation events that month. Listen to the last 2-3 minutes of this 15-minute podcast to hear Sophia perform live a small portion of her musical program for June 29th. The new series of On Campus podcast radio episodes are intended to present glimpses of the community from the BHS campus. Introducing the BCB-Supported BHS Radio Club:   In the spring of 2014, after too many years without a student led radio program, the void was filled by a few students at BHS by starting the BHS Radio Club. The Club was formed in collaboration with BCB, and with financial support from Sustainable Bainbridge, the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island, and a start-up grant from Bainbridge Community Foundation. One member says the Club envisions producing podcasts about "cool and exciting things and people around Bainbridge." In spring 2014, a studio was furnished and equipped at the High School with a generous grant to Sustainable Bainbridge from the Rotary Club, along with support and cooperation from BCB and the Bainbridge Island School District. During the school year, the Club generally meets weekly with occasional training from BCB volunteers and guidance from faculty adviser Charles Dunn. The BHS Radio Club welcomes new members. Credits: BCB-BHS Host: Ryan Cox; BCB-BHS production manager and audio editor: Charlie Hanacek; Podcast art: artopia creative.

In this episode of "On Campus", BCB high school volunteer Hayden Tutty interviews graduating High School senior Catherine Edwards, in a 7-minute recording made in early June 2014. The interview occurred at a time when Catherine was preparing for her senior cello recital on June 13th. In this podcast, we briefly meet Catherine. Then, a little less than 3 minutes into this recording, Catherine performs a 4-minute excerpt from her recital on her cello. About the BCB-Supported Bainbridge High School Radio Club: The Club was formed in collaboration with BCB, and with financial support from Sustainable Bainbridge, the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island, and a start-up grant from Bainbridge Community Foundation. One member says the Club envisions producing podcasts about "cool and exciting things and people around Bainbridge." In spring 2014, a studio was furnished and equipped at the High School with a generous grant to Sustainable Bainbridge from the Rotary Club, along with support and cooperation from BCB and the Bainbridge Island School District. During the school year, the Club generally meets weekly with occasional training from BCB volunteers and guidance from faculty adviser Charles Dunn. The BHS Radio Club welcomes new members. Credits: BCB-BHS Host: Hayden Tutty; BCB-BHS production manager and audio editor: Charlie Hanacek; Podcast art: artopia creative.

In this episode of "On Campus", BCB high school volunteer Hayden Tutty interviews graduating High School senior Catherine Edwards, in a 7-minute recording made in early June 2014. The interview occurred at a time when Catherine was preparing for her senior cello recital on June 13th. In this podcast, we briefly meet Catherine. Then, a little less than 3 minutes into this recording, Catherine performs a 4-minute excerpt from her recital on her cello. About the BCB-Supported Bainbridge High School Radio Club: The Club was formed in collaboration with BCB, and with financial support from Sustainable Bainbridge, the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island, and a start-up grant from Bainbridge Community Foundation. One member says the Club envisions producing podcasts about "cool and exciting things and people around Bainbridge." In spring 2014, a studio was furnished and equipped at the High School with a generous grant to Sustainable Bainbridge from the Rotary Club, along with support and cooperation from BCB and the Bainbridge Island School District. During the school year, the Club generally meets weekly with occasional training from BCB volunteers and guidance from faculty adviser Charles Dunn. The BHS Radio Club welcomes new members. Credits: BCB-BHS Host: Hayden Tutty; BCB-BHS production manager and audio editor: Charlie Hanacek; Podcast art: artopia creative.

In this first podcast episode from the BCB studio of the Bainbridge High School Radio Club, Ryan Cox interviews 2014 BHS Senior and outstanding violinist Sophia Stoyanavich. At the time of this recording in early June, she was preparing for her senior violin recital on June 29th in connection with graduation events that month. Listen to the last 2-3 minutes of this 15-minute podcast to hear Sophia perform live a small portion of her musical program for June 29th. The new series of On Campus podcast radio episodes are intended to present glimpses of the community from the BHS campus. Introducing the BCB-Supported BHS Radio Club:   In the spring of 2014, after too many years without a student led radio program, the void was filled by a few students at BHS by starting the BHS Radio Club. The Club was formed in collaboration with BCB, and with financial support from Sustainable Bainbridge, the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island, and a start-up grant from Bainbridge Community Foundation. One member says the Club envisions producing podcasts about "cool and exciting things and people around Bainbridge." In spring 2014, a studio was furnished and equipped at the High School with a generous grant to Sustainable Bainbridge from the Rotary Club, along with support and cooperation from BCB and the Bainbridge Island School District. During the school year, the Club generally meets weekly with occasional training from BCB volunteers and guidance from faculty adviser Charles Dunn. The BHS Radio Club welcomes new members. Credits: BCB-BHS Host: Ryan Cox; BCB-BHS production manager and audio editor: Charlie Hanacek; Podcast art: artopia creative.

Sound Food began in 2007 with a Sustainable Bainbridge farm-mapping project designed to answer the question: “How do I find local food in this community?” An updated version of the resulting interactive online map can still be found on the Sound Food website at http://SoundFood.org In this podcast episode, two co-founders of Sound Food - Sallie Maron and Carolyn Goodwin - discuss the various past and current activities of Sound Food -- connecting local residents to local food. In this podcast episode, Sallie and Carolyn describe the innovative ideas that have been introduced by Sound Food over the years -- such as the ferry terminal farm stand, which was a big hit. Over the years, Sound Food organizers found their vision expanding to include the whole food system including production, processing, distribution, consumption and waste/compost. Sallie and Carolyn note that Sound Food and the BARN are collaborating on the goal of forming a BARN Kitchen Arts group. In late July, the first session of the group attracted about 20 people, who had fun making spring rolls from local ingredients. Find out more at www.bainbridgebarn.org Sallie and Carolyn emphasize that a lot of talented people have helped Sound Food and contributed to the organization's success. They express gratitude for friendships that have blossomed and experiences and expertise that have been shared by many volunteers who brought energy and ideas to Sound Food. You can access this information by signing up for the Sound Food News, or by visiting the Sound Food website at http://SoundFood.org Save the date for this year's Harvest Fair!  Sound Food is organizing a Farmstand as part of the annual Harvest Fair at the Johnson Farm on Saturday September 28. Credits: BCB host and editor: Barry Peters; Intro music: Tim Bird; Ferry music: Dogfish Bay Studios; Podcast art: artopia creative.

Sound Food began in 2007 with a Sustainable Bainbridge farm-mapping project designed to answer the question: “How do I find local food in this community?” An updated version of the resulting interactive online map can still be found on the Sound Food website at http://SoundFood.org In this podcast episode, two co-founders of Sound Food - Sallie Maron and Carolyn Goodwin - discuss the various past and current activities of Sound Food -- connecting local residents to local food. In this podcast episode, Sallie and Carolyn describe the innovative ideas that have been introduced by Sound Food over the years -- such as the ferry terminal farm stand, which was a big hit. Over the years, Sound Food organizers found their vision expanding to include the whole food system including production, processing, distribution, consumption and waste/compost. Sallie and Carolyn note that Sound Food and the BARN are collaborating on the goal of forming a BARN Kitchen Arts group. In late July, the first session of the group attracted about 20 people, who had fun making spring rolls from local ingredients. Find out more at www.bainbridgebarn.org Sallie and Carolyn emphasize that a lot of talented people have helped Sound Food and contributed to the organization's success. They express gratitude for friendships that have blossomed and experiences and expertise that have been shared by many volunteers who brought energy and ideas to Sound Food. You can access this information by signing up for the Sound Food News, or by visiting the Sound Food website at http://SoundFood.org Save the date for this year's Harvest Fair!  Sound Food is organizing a Farmstand as part of the annual Harvest Fair at the Johnson Farm on Saturday September 28. Credits: BCB host and editor: Barry Peters; Intro music: Tim Bird; Ferry music: Dogfish Bay Studios; Podcast art: artopia creative.

In this podcast, Rotary member Tom McCloskey, who is the Chair of this year's Rotary Auction and Rummage Sale, recounts the history, scale and scope of this remarkable annual event, now in its 54th year. Tom points out that -- while the event is managed and maintained by the Rotary Club - it has become a true community-wide event. During the upcoming 11-day period, 116 Rotarians and about 1,100 other volunteers will prepare, physically work, manage, clean up and follow up.  Five to ten thousand customers are expected at the six-hour event from 8am to 2pm on Saturday June 28th.  Purchased goods may be picked up that day by vehicle between 10am and 3pm. To plan your Saturday shopping, attend the open preview night on Friday the 27th from 5-8pm. Meanwhile, starting on Friday, June 20th, you can drop off your donated goods at the Woodward Middle School.  Use the south entrance on Sportsmen Club Road between 8am and 8pm during the six days through Wednesday June 25th. Approximately 150,000 items -- some as small as toothpicks and others as large as donated cars and boats -- are expected. Proceeds of the event will fund the Rotary's annual community grants to nonprofits, plus large-scale community grants (like the Waypoint project that transformed the corner of Winslow Way and route 305). In addition, the proceeds will fund scholarships to High School students, donations to international humanitarian projects, and other worthy causes. Our BCB radio project itself was a benefactor of a $7,000 portion of last year's nearly $445,000 in Rotary proceeds in the form of a grant to our local nonprofit parent, Sustainable Bainbridge. The cumulative proceeds from 54 years of Rotary Auctions is likely to pass the $6 million level this year.  Tom points out that the first of those auctions generated dollars that helped acquire land for the Bainbridge Library. In this podcast, Tom McCloskey points out that many Bainbridge Islanders consider the Rotary Auction to be a way of taking care of their household "Spring Cleaning" while truly benefiting their community. Credits:  BCB host and editor: Barry Peters.  BCB ferry music: Dogfish Bay Studios. Music splash: Dave Bristow.

June 1st, from noon to 4pm, will be the first annual celebration of Bainbridge Island road ends. In this podcast, we meet two veterans of the island's back roads and byways. Bitsy Ostenson has served on the City's Road Ends citizens committee for 22 years -- mostly as its chair. Dana Berg is a founder of "GO! Bainbridge", a project of Sustainable Bainbridge that encourages walking and biking as a healthful and exhilarating alternative to car travel. In this 5-minute event preview interview with BCB's Barry Peters, Bitsy and Dana also describe the history and significance of road ends. The June 1st event begins with a check-in at Waterfront Park, where you will receive a map highlighting 7 road ends in the Winslow area. This year, the road end event and map will feature sites on Eagle Harbor.  The first site is at Hawley Cove, east of the ferry pier and half way to Wing Point.  The seventh road end on the map is at Gowen Place, on the inner reaches of Eagle Harbor on the north shore. For this June 1st event, cycling and walking are encouraged. Volunteers will staff the seven road end locations. The motto of the day is: "Where the road ends, the beach begins!" Credits:  BCB Host and Audio Editor: Barry Peters.  Ferry/music intro: Dogfish Bay Studios. Synthetic music splash: Dave Bristow.

In this podcast, Maradel Gale of the Sustainable Bainbridge program called Bainbridge Beach Naturalists describes the Saturday May 17th guided exploration of the beach near the Eagle Harbor ferry pier. The Bainbridge Beach Naturalists create opportunities for the public to explore our Bainbridge Island beaches with trained naturalists. During low tide events, adults and children accompanied by naturalists are on the beach looking for the amazing sea life that shares our shores with us. The beach naturalists have been trained by the Washington State University (WSU) Extension Beach Naturalists and Beach Watchers program, and the Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalist program. No advance reservation is required for adults or children to attend a beach exploration. Just show up in time for the 12:30pm start.  Dogs are not allowed. The May 17 exploration will be from 12:30 to 2:30pm.  Park your car on Bjune or Brien and walk through Waterfront Park; cross the Ravine Creek on the wooden footbridge at the east end of the Park. Then, after walking along the ferry terminal's metal fence, cross Harborview Drive and follow the trail alongside the residential condos to the beach access. Credits:  BCB Interviewer Barry Peters; BCB Audio Editor Jeffrey Powel; BCB Ferry/Music Intro: Jeffrey Powel of Dogfish Bay Studios; BCB What's Up music splash: Dave Bristow.

In this 5-minute podcast, BCB's Caroline Clarke interviews guest speaker Mal Warwick, from Berkeley CA. He is the co-author of "The Business Solution to Poverty: Designing Products and Services for Three Billion New Customers."   He is visiting Bainbridge Island as a guest of Bainbridge Graduate Institute and is also delivering a Friday evening "BASE" talk to the Bainbridge community.   For the second year running, the BASE lecture series of periodic talks by outstanding visiting speakers is about Building a Sustainable Economy.     This latest BASE lecture takes place at the Bainbridge Island Library on May 9th from 5:30pm to 7pm.     Refreshments are provided. No charge. The BASE series of talks is a partnership of Bainbridge Graduate Institute, Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce, Sustainable Bainbridge, and the Bainbridge Public Library. The series is supported by a grant from Bainbridge Community Foundation.