Celebrations and Events

Monthly

Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheons

The second Wednesday of each month the Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce hosts its member luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. with timely topics delivered by local and regional speakers.  Guests are always welcome.  Check www.poulsbochamber.com for the monthly venue and speaker.

Sons of Norway Pancake Breakfast

The first Sunday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon enjoy an “all you can eat breakfast” with a fantastic view of Liberty Bay.  For further information, please call 360-779-5209 or visit www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com

First Friday Art Walks on Bainbridge Island

Weekly

Sons of Norway Kaffe Stua (Coffee House)

An authentic Norwegian luncheon served every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring open-faced sandwiches, homemade soups and fantastic Scandinavian desserts.

Seasonal

Poulsbo Farmer’s Market

Every Saturday beginning April 10th thru October 23rd on the corner of Iverson and 7th (Poulsbo Village Medical Center) you will find wonderful plants, garden-fresh vegetables, and homemade crafts.  The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  For more information call 360-779-6720 or visit www.poulsbofarmersmarket.org

Port Gamble Ghost Walks

January, February, March, October, November & December 2010.  Check www.portgamble.com for dates and times.

Dancing Bow Fiddle Lessons

Private and Group Classes for 2010. 

    Beginner - Wednesday:  5-6:30 p.m.

    Beg/Int. Celtic - Thursday:  7 - 9:00 p.m.

    Advanced Celtic - 2nd Friday:  4 - 5:30 p.m.

    Nordic - 3rd Friday:  4 - 5:30 p.m.

Yearly Events and Celebrations:

January, 2010

North Kitsap Drama Production

“Anything Goes” to be held at North Kitsap Community Auditorium (Kingston High School) on January 23rd, 24th, 29th, & 30th.  Visit www.nkschools.org  for additional information.

February, 2010

Westsound Business Expo

Thursday, February 18, 2010 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Kitsap Sun Pavilion in Silverdale.  Food, fun and thousands of dollars in Prizes.  Tons of time and money saving ideas all under one roof.  Sponsored by 8 local chambers including the Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce.  For more information call 360-779-4999 or visit www.poulsbochamber.com

Kitsap Quilters Presents its Annual Quilt Show

Friday, February 19th and Saturday February 20th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the President’s Hall of the Kitsap Pavilion.  Quilts, Merchants Mall, Demonstrations and much more!  For more information, please visit their website at www.kitsapquilters.com

Valentine’s Evening Dessert Tea

February 14, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. share in The Tea Room’s 4th Annual Valentine evening Dessert Tea.  Cost is $23.95 per person plus tax and gratuity, and reservations are required.  Further information will be found at 360-297-4225.

Fishline 50K/25K – February 14th at 8 a.m., run the food race on the Port Gamble Trails.  Contact Poulsbo Running for more information and registration.  poulsborunnin@foxinternet.com or www.rootsrockrun.com or 360-779-8757.

March, 2009

West Sound Academy's Annual Art Auction
Join us for a fabulous evening of Art featuring the works of national and regional artists on March 6th at Kiana Lodge.  Information & reservations at artauction@westsoundadademy.org or (360) 598-5954.

Celtic Fiddling Workshops

Peninsula Violin, 18846 Front Street, Poulsbo (above Dancing Brush).  Classes start March 18th through May 13.  Eight weeks total on Thursday evenings.  Cost is $175 with early registration by February 14th for $165.  Presenting Jane Landstra teaching Celtic reels, jigs, slip jig, waltz, Quebecois rell and Nordic tune.  Beginner/Intermediate.  Class includes free entry and play one student set for the April 17th Contra dance. For furthur information please call Jane Landstra at 360-697-6192 or email c_capers@yahoo.com

Wine, Wags & Whiskers

April, 2010

City of Poulsbo Easter Egg Hunt - Raab Park

An Easter tradition for the kids! Join the fun at Poulsbo’s Raab Park on Saturday, April 3rd at 10:00am for the Hunt!  For more information, call 360-779-9898 or www.cityofpoulsbo.com and look under the Parks and Recreation.

Sons of Norway Easter Egg Hunt - Poulsbo Waterfront Park

Another Easter tradition for the kids on Saturday, April 3rd!  Join the fun at Poulsbo’s scenic Waterfront Park on Saturday starting at NOON For more information: 360-779-5209 or www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com

Lumberjack Endurance Runs

April 10th & 11th, 2010 takes place on the Port Gamble Trails beginning at 8 a.m.  For more information contact poulsborunnin@foxinternet.com or www.rootsrockrun.com or 360-779-8757.

Annual Poulsbo-North Kitsap Rotary Auction

This year the auction will be held on Saturday, April 24th at the Sons of Norway Lodge.  The money that is raised at this exciting annual auction helps fund local programs that give back to the community!  There are many treasures to bid on from special trips to local services.  For further information or reservations, contact Todd Tidball at 360-779-6123.

May, 2010

Viking Fest – Third weekend in May

This year’s annual event will be May 14th through May 16th and celebrates Poulsbo’s Proud Norwegian Heritage.  A variety of entertainment, local artisans and restaurants will have booths each day of the festival that run all weekend long.  The Viking Village focuses on the way of life for Vikings in 1500 A.D. and is a must see!  The Viking Fest Parade awes young and old alike with creative floats, local marching bands, and impressive military entries.  For more information call 360-697-7450 or visit www.vikingfest.org

Annual Viking Fest Road Run

This annual event is Viking Fest weekend, Saturday, May 15, 2010.  The courses are 5 miles, 1 mile and Kid’s Dashes.  A fun time for all.  For more information, call 360-779-9898.

Northwest Paddle Sport Expo

May 8th and 9th located at the Hood Canal Vista Pavilion in Port Gambel.  Education, inspiration, and sales targeting new to intermediate paddlers.  For more information, call 360-297-4659

Cruz Port Gamble

June, 2010

Medieval Faire

Saturday, June 5th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 6th, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. you can step back into time.  Jousting, jesting, and merry making sponsored by the Society for Creative Anachronisms.  See costumed squires, knights and their ladies.  Shop for adornments and refreshments on the rolling green meadows of Port Gamble.  For more information, call 360-697-7404.

Civil War Re-enactment Battles & Encampments

June 19th and 20th, 2010.  Visit camps of Union & Confederate Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, Navy, Marines, Engineers and Civilians.  Hospital demonstrations, period fashion shows, Magic Lantern exhibitions, and historic displays.  Entry fee (collected as a parking fee) is Adults - $7 per person, Juniors (7 to 18 years old) $5 per person and Children (6 and under) are free.  Families of 3 or more $20.  For more information, please contact 360-8748548 or visit www.wcwa.net/portgamble.com

Daddy/Daughter Promise Tea

June 20, 2010 at the Tea Room at Port Gamble.  No matter what the age of your Father or Daughter spend this special day together renewing your promise to remain either her Knight in Shining Armor or his Little Princes.  Call for early for reservations as seating is limited – 360-297-4225.

St. Hans (Mid-Sommerfest)

On June 26th, come to Waterfront Park in Poulsbo from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. to join in the Scandinavian tradition of the Summer Solstice.  Folk dance exhibitions, kindergarten through high school ages.  Games for children, Burlap Sack races, Tug of War, Egg Carry, Balance Beam, and Fish Toss.  Enjoy the Viking Parade, lighting of the Bon Fire and Midsummer proclamation by Sons of Norway Vikings.  Further information can be found at www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com  or call 360-779-5209.

July, 2010

Port Gamble Car Show

July 2nd and 3rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  See 450 cars, trucks and bikes which come from all over Washington, Oregon and Canada to show their support for the cure for breast cancer.  Contact Dorothy Brinz for more information at 253-534-9600 or visit www.portgamblecarshow.com

Poulsbo 3rd of July

Begin your 4th of July celebrations in Poulsbo on the 3rd of July with family fun, food and great fireworks.  A variety of food and entertainment await you along the waterfront.  The evening fireworks will light up Liberty Bay with colorful displays for all to enjoy.  For further information visit www.thirdofjuly.org or call Kathi Forsee @ 360-779-8657.

Muddy Paw Dog Agility

In Port Gamble, July 16 – 18th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Muddy Paws Agility Club of Kitsap will be hosting a North American Dog Agility Council sanctioned trial for dogs of all breeds and mixed breeds.  Spectators are welcome. Questions? Contact peggyswingle@msn.com.

Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce 2009 Golf Classic

Please join us for our Annual Chamber Golf Classic this year at Port Ludlow on Thursday, July 29th.  Port Ludlow Golf Course is located at 751 Highland Drive in Port Ludlow.  This is a great opportunity to treat your friends and clients to a day on the course, win some fantastic prizes, make some business connections, marvel at the views, and have a fun time!  Each year the Chamber's annual Golf Classic donates a portion of it's earnings to the Olympic College Poulsbo Campus. Call the Chamber office at 360-779-4848 or visit our website at www.poulsbochamber.com for more details and to get your team registered! 

Kitsap Arts & Crafts Festival

Happening this July30th through August 1st at Kola Kole Park (Ed Moon Field) in Kingston and again at the Kingston Community Center.  Music, children’s activities, food booth, craft artisans, and a car show.  Watch for a beer garden.  For more information, please contact Evy at 360-297-2828 or visit www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com .

Paddle Kitsap Kick-Off

Friday, July 30th and Saturday, August 1st, 2009. kayak from Port Gamble to Poulsbo in a 2-day paddle through North Kitsap’s “String of Pearls.” The fee is $75 per person, per day.  Contact www.olympicoutdoorcenter.com or call 360-697-6095 for more information.

Great Peninsula Future Festival

Saturday, July 31st from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, August 1st, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Adults $7 and children under 12 are free and those under 18 are $5 per person.  This event will have educationally based interactive exhibits based on a central theme of sustainability in a festival atmosphere that includes great local food, juried crafts, entertainment and a children’s interactive play area.  For further information, contact Sandra Bauer at sanbauer@aol.com

August, 2010

Touch A Truck

On Saturday, August 21st come with your children to Poulsbo Village’s main parking area (where Albertson is located) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Kids (and Adults) get the special treat of sitting in a Fire Truck, EMT vehicle, a Dump Truck, Moving Van or Cement Mixer just for an example.  For further information, contact Emily at Emily@poulsbovillage.com

Chief Seattle Days

"A northwest Indian Festival", in honor of Chief Seattle by the Suquamish Indian Tribe.  Among the festivities is a Salmon bake, Indian Art, Canoe races, Pow-Wow, Traditional Indian dancing!  A special memorial service to Chief Seattle.  For further information call 360-394-5275.

4th Annual Maritime Music Festival

This event happens August 15th, 2009 between 1 p.m. and 9 p.m. Great bands for family fun.

For more information:  Chris Glanister at 425-218-5872 or check www.portgamblemaritimemusic.com

September, 2010

Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce 3rd Annual Music Festival

In Raab Park on September 11th from 12 Noon to dusk with FREE admission. You’ll find BBQ, farm fresh foods and baked goods for your dining experience.  2010 will feature a beer garden with entertainment from 4 p.m. through the completion of the event.  Fun for kids of all ages, singles, and seniors! Celebrate family and community! Great Music the whole family will enjoy! Good ole’ time fun: live music, pie eating contest, bubble gum blowing contest, sack races, face painting, and much more!  For questions and information, please contact the Chamber office at 360-779-4999 or visit www.poulsbochamber.com

Poulsbo Art Walk

This happens in Downtown Poulsbo on Friday, September 24, 2010.  Come down for the evening and enjoy the beautiful artwork that will be displayed by the various shops and art galleries.

Port Gamble Old Mill Days

September 24th through the 26th of 2009, hours vary but for three days Port Gamble will be alive with carnival rides, lumberjacks and woodcarving shows, live music, arts and crafts, fireworks and more food that any one person can eat.  Parking is free and for additional information please contact jmiller@oldmilldays.com or see the website at www.oldmilldays.com or call 360-620-1732.

October, 2010

Fall Festival

Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., join in the first annual Port Gamble Fall Festival on the Port Gamble Plateau.  Great event to celebrate the season with hay rides, live country music, carnival games and pumpkin flinging contests. Admission is free so call 360-297-8074 for more information.

First Lutheran Church Annual Lutefisk Dinner

On October 16th from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the First Lutheran Church of Poulsbo will serve its famous Lutefisk dinner with lefse (unleavened Scandinavian bread).  Other fare includes meatballs and gravy, potatoes, dinner salad, sliced tomatoes, sherbet and Norwegian cookies

Tickets can be purchased at the door.  For further information contact Gordon at 360-779-3788 or visit www.poulsbo-lutefisk.com

Halloween Trick or Treat in Poulsbo

On October 31st starting at 4 p.m. watch out for ghosts, goblins and witches roaming the streets of Historic Downtown Poulsbo looking for candy treats from local merchants.  For the safety of the children Front Street will be closed from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.  Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the Fishline Food Bank and enjoy the fun.

Halloween Celebration in Port Gamble

On October 31, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. start at the Dauntless Bookstore, pick up your Portland Gamble Halloween Celebration Passport and let the fun begin.  The cost for this event is 1 can of food for the local food bank per child.  For further information contact the Dauntless Bookstore at 360-297-4043.

November, 2010

Sons of Norway Annual Lutefisk Feed

On Saturday, November 6th from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. at the Poulsbo Sons of Norway Lodge #44 you can participate in a local tradition.  This is the last chance before the holidays to enjoy a Lutefisk feed with all the trimmings.  For further information call Vicki at 360-779-5209 or visit www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com

December, 2010

Julefest  - Poulsbo’s Historic Downtown & Sons of Norway Lodge

Julefest will be celebrated on December 4th, 2010 at the Sons of Norway with a bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Starting at 4 p.m. there will be Christmas music around the Christmas tree down on the waterfront.  At 5 p.m. the Lucia Bride will arrive by boat with the Vikings.  Father Christmas and the Lucia Bride will light the Christmas tree. 

Historic Downtown Poulsbo Hay rides and Father Christmas in Heritage House

Every Saturday starting December 4th, through December 18th there will be Hay rides through the downtown shopping area beginning at 11 a.m.  Breakfast with Santa will be Sunday, December 12th.  Please bring a non-perishable food item for Fishline.  Santa’s Mailbox will be located on Front Street and children may post letters until December 20th.  For further information visit www.historicdowntownpoulsbo.com  

Holiday Caroling Competition

On Saturday, December 11th at 3 p.m., the Sleigh Bells Caroling Contest will begin on Front Street in downtown Poulsbo.  Please join us for this great family event and support our local food bank with non-perishable foods.  For more information call Carol at 360-779-7219.

Port Gamble Country Christmas

December 11th and 12th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. enjoy a weekend of traditional Country Christmas activities, handmade crafts, horse-drawn wagon rides, wandering carolers, and a visit from Santa all in an 1850’s mill town.  For more information call 360-297-8074 or visit www.portgambel@orminc.com