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Greetings!
The holiday season is upon us and whether you are looking for a gift, a holiday break or a get-away after the season, our specials and packages, below, offer a wide variety of opportunities to experience the Kitsap Peninsula.
So much to do during the month of December on the Kitsap Peninsula. We have sorted the events this month by community but, as always, there are many more on our full calendar of events.
For those of you with snow – drive safely!
| Amazing Specials & Packages on the Kitsap Peninsula |
 Holiday packages, New Years packages and a wide variety of Winter get-away packages and specials on the Kitsap Peninsula. Something for everyone.Whether you are looking for the perfect gift to give or you are looking forward to a holiday break, or perhaps a break after the holidays – you’ll find a fitting package or special. Check back often as we will continue to add Winter Packages & Specials. |
| Kingston |
 Kingston Country Christmas – December 9th - Enjoy the holiday ambiance of Kingston with a pancake breakfast at Wolfle Elementary School at 8 a.m., arts and crafts, Santa, children’s fair, horse-drawn carriage ride, tractor-pull wagon city tour, holiday shopping, art walk and Christmas tree lighting. When darkness falls, the KCYC sponsors a lighted boat parade. Contact: Karen Ross 360.297.3813Kingston Art Gallery – Best in Show – December 1 – December 31 – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. To celebrate the closing of the year and the gallery’s 1-year anniversary, we will be featuring the best work of all KAG’s artists. Contact: Kingston Art Gallery 360.297.5133
More happenings in Kingston
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| Bainbridge Island |
These first two events take place on the same weekend. Consider staying overnight to take in both as you explore Bainbridge Island. Bainbridge Island Studio Tour – December 1, 2, 3. 62 ARTISTS – 9 STUDIOS: For 22 years, this engaging three-day event has showcased Bainbridge Island artists and their work. The tradition continues with the 2006 Winter Tour, where you will find a variety of art on display, works in progress, and for sure, art for sale. A unique variety of high-quality art and fine crafts – painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, fabric art, furniture, pottery, and glass – will be available for purchase, directly from the artists, in a variety of mediums, formats, and price ranges. Studio Tour artists are juried regularly to ensure that you will always find the highest quality work when you visit. Contact: Susan Phillips 206.842.5112 Christmas in the Country – December 1, 2, 3 - Friday & Saturday 10am -5pm and Sunday 11am- 5pm. Tour of historic homes, art studios and farms hosting arts & crafts, books & collectibles, entertainment and free pony rides. Embark upon a creative journey! Board a Washington State ferry from the Coleman Dock in downtown Seattle cruising westward on the waters of Puget Sound. Christmas in the Country, invites the public to visit some of Bainbridge Island’s quaint cottage industries, art studios, farms, and historic homes on the island. There are venues located at water’s edge, some tucked deep within tall stands of Douglas fir and cedar trees, some in downtown Winslow, and others in various neighborhood hills and dales. Many of the homes and buildings were built between the 1870s and 1930s in conjunction with two large sawmills that operated on both ends of the Island. Undertake the adventure of exploring backwoods Bainbridge and enter cozy, private homes and buildings to discover the creations of local and regional artists, authors, and musicians, as well as, collectibles, unique gift items, and epicurean delights. Contact: Christmas in the Country 206.842.6883 The Wizard of Oz – A Family Musical - December 8-10, 14-17, 21-23. Thursdays – Saturdays @ 7:30 p.m. + Saturdays & Sundays @ 3:00 p.m. How can a simple story of a poor farm girl lost in a world of good and evil last so long? There are many stories that touch our lives and leave a lasting imprint on our childhood, and The Wizard of Oz is one of these. Written over a hundred years ago, with the first book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the stories of L. Frank Baum have been told and reinvented over and over again, transformed into books, films, musicals (new and old), parodies, collectors clubs, and favorite costumes. Bainbridge Performing Arts’ December production combines the new with the old, incorporating an imaginative twist and film elements. When asked about the staying power of The Wizard of Oz, Director Steven Fogell considers the story’s childlike simplicity, its universal themes, the triumph of good over evil, and the timeless appeal of adventure. “My greatest hope, as you watch the story come alive again on BPA’s stage, is that this year’s production will create lasting memories and new dreams for both young and old, adventurers and homebodies, and to all those with a brain, courage, and heart.”
More to do in December on Bainbridge Island!
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| Bremerton |
 Admiral Theatre – A Rockapella Holiday - December 8th. “Some say the best musical instrument of all is the human voice – if you’ve seen Rockapella you know that’s the truth,” says USA TODAY. This five-man powerhouse of vocal talent sweeps through sold-out venues across the country year-round. The group caught the eye of a producer putting together a television special titled “Spike & Co.: Do It A Cappella”, hosted by filmmaker Spike Lee. This in turn led to a daily appearance on “Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?”, a wildly popular kid’s game show on public television. Rockapella’s holiday show is one not to miss. With their completely original take on the holidays and adding their smooth edge to the season’s warm heart, Rockapella will cris-cross the country spreading the joy of the holiday season through their music. From very unexpected takes on classic favorites to brand new originals destined to be classics, audiences can expect to be tickled and touched by a holiday performance like no other. Dinner 6:30 pm / Show 8 pm. Contact: Information 360.373.6743Evergreen Children’s Theatre – Mousecracker – December 8th. Evergreen Children’s Theatre/Aurora Valentinetti Puppet Museum presents “Mousecracker” performed by Roger Mara’s Snapdragon Puppets. This show is designed for Childcare, preschool and primary grade classes. Friday, December 8, 2006 there will be a 10:30 and 1:00 show, $3.00 per ticket and reservations are required (space is limited). Contact: Evergreen Children’s Theatre 360.373.2992 Collective Visions – Scott Cossu, Musician & Composer – December 15. Scott Cossu fuses a background in jazz rhythm and blues; classical training on piano with music from Sudan, Thailand, China, Rumania and Ecuador to create a unique musical style. Scott has been with Windam Hill for 25 years and has performed worldwide in more than 1000 Concerts and produced many successful albums including his newest CD, Emerald Pathways. Scott has written scores for PBS’s Nova series, film documentaries and nature videos. Advanced sales $13, at the door $16 – Contact: Collective Visions Art Gallery 360.377.8327
Bremerton’s December line-up of things to do!
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| Poulsbo |
 Dancing Paint Brush - Create gift; have a party; give a certificate. Gift with Purchase November 15 through December 22
- Dad – ice cream bowl
- Mom – jewelry box, vase
- Grandpa – coffee mug
- Grandma – coasters, teapot
- Aunt – platter, gift certificate; Uncle – popcorn bowl
- Roommate – piggy bank, clock; Best Friend – flower pot
- True Love – picture frame, ornament
- Teacher – pencil cup, magnets
- College student – plates, piggy bank
- Pets – food bowl
Jule Fest – A Scandinavian Christmas Celebration & Bazaar – Saturday December 2, Historic Downtown Poulsbo. 10:00 – 4:00pm Scandinavian Bazaar (at Sons of Norway): – Arts, Crafts, Gifts – famous Poulsbo Ladies Club bake sale – Jule Bord to include meatballs, pea soup, rommegrot, lefse, waffles and more! – Craft Demonstrations – Folk dancing by Poulsbo Leikarringen. 4:00 – 6:00pm Jule Fest (at Poulsbo waterfront) – Music by Vestre Sund Mannskor and North Kitsap High School band and choir – Free Horse and Wagon rides – Dancing around the Christmas tree – Poulsbo Sons of Norway Vikings & St. Lucia – Lighting of the bonfire – Santa Claus arrives to close the night! – Hot chocolate, hot cider, hot dogs for sale
 Ruthless: The Musical Friday & Saturday through December 2, plus a Sunday Matinee December 3. – She’s cute. She sings. She dances. And this eight-year-old would kill to get the lead role in her school play. Tina Denmark is a parent’s worst nightmare. She knows that she was born to play Pippi Longstocking and she will do anything to get the part. “Ruthless” contains some adult language, comparable to a PG-13 movie. Tickets cost $14 for adults and $12 for seniors, students and active duty military personnel and their dependents. Contact: Jewel Box Theatre 360.779.9688
More to do in Poulsbo during December!
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| Port Orchard |
Festival of Lights & Chimes – Join us for caroling and tree lighting, accompanied by the city hall chimes. Hay rides, boat lighting at the marina, Santa Claus and fireworks on the waterfront. Chili Feed and Downtown Merchant Holiday Hours. Downtown in front of City Hall Port Orchard, WA Contact: Information 360.876.3505
Come see what Port Orchard has to offer in December!
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| Gig Harbor |
 Gig Harbor Tree Lighting – December 2 - Join families from all around the Gig Harbor Peninsula area celebrate the start of the winter season by gathering around a beautiful evergreen tree in Skansie Brothers Park. The Gig Harbor Community Orchestra will be singing carols and we may even get to host a special guest. Festivites begin at 5:00 pm. Contact: 253.853.2650.Tidefest Arts Fair – December 2 – December 3 Gig Harbor HS – Arts, crafts, food and entertainment provide family fun for everyone! Tidefest will run Saturday and Sunday. Tickets available at the door. Check website for specific times. Contact: 253.851.6131Candlelight Christmas on the Waterfront – December 9 - Come downtown for the lighted boat parade at 5:30 p.m. then enjoy a Candlelight Open House from 6-9 p.m. Local downtown participating merchants will be open late for shopping specials, appetizers, wine tasting and more. Sing-a-long with the Dickens Carolers as they stroll through town. Visit Santa at Skansie Park from 3-6 p.m. then follow him as he visits all the stores from 6-9 p.m.. Look for the tall, lighted red candles signifying participating businesses!
Gig Harbor complete list of events
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| Port Gamble |
 December 9th; 10am – 5pm and December 10th; 10am – 4pm. Join us for this truly inspiring event. 120 acres come to life with Christmas decorations, Santa, carolers and lots of hand crafted gifts and foods. Businesses in town will be sparkling with Christmas lights and there promise to be lots of Christmas goodies.
- See The Strolling Christmas Carolers
- Have Professional Pictures Taken With Santa at Dauntless Bookstore
- Make a Gingerbread House at St. Paul’s Church (Sat. 10 AM – 3 PM)
- Enter the Annual Fruitcake Contest
- Santa will light the town Christmas Tree at 5:00PM on Saturday evening, immediately followed by an amazing fireworks display.
- Eat Great Food
- Browse Lots of Hand Crafted Gifts and Antiques
- Hayrides
- Marines with Toys For Tots
Check the Paper for a 1/2 off Coupon for the Historic Museum – For More information call 360.297.8074, email portgamble@orminc.com or check out our website at www.portgamble.com
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| And there’s more! |
| Check out our complete calendar of events for December with more to do in each of the above communities plus all the other unique communities that make up the Kitsap Peninsula.
COMPLETE Calendar of Events for December
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