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Hey Kitsap County, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: FIFA World Cup fan zone grants, classic breakfast diners, and a fix-it fair + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Kitsap County protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Building bridges for caregivers: Bremerton’s Holly Ridge Center was awarded a Kitsap County Developmental Disabilities contract to manage two parent support programs, expanding outreach, workshops, and community connections for families with developmental disabilities — see how parents can connect.
Classic breakfast gems unveiled: Eight no-frills Washington diners earn praise for delicious breakfast, including Bremerton’s Big Apple Diner with hearty plates and friendly service, alongside other favorites in Seattle and Spokane — check out the full lineup.
World to Washington launches: Airbnb announced $40,000 grants for nine FIFA World Cup 2026 fan zones across Washington, including Bremerton, supporting local celebrations and spaces, with more than $360,000 committed and economic impacts expected — see which cities are included.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pasta night upgrade: Burrata Bistro resets the week with pasta and focaccia made fresh daily, unfussy plates that taste like someone’s nonna is back there, and a wine list built for lingering. Cozy, local, and straightforward… dinner without drama.
Closet nostalgia fix: Whether you’re after a standout coat, just-right retro jeans, or a quirky clutch, Abigail’s Artful Abode keeps the racks refreshed with vintage and nearly-new finds full of personality. A quick browse somehow becomes a happy hunt for unexpectedly excellent outfit upgrades.
Heat, then the Sound: Fire+Floe makes Bainbridge’s shoreline your weekly reset, with a wood-fired Finnish sauna steps from a bracing Puget Sound plunge. Go solo or with a friend, cycle heat and cold, and leave buzzy-calm, clear, and blissfully sleepy. No pressure… just breathe, sweat, dip, repeat.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🆓 First Friday @ Vibe Coworks (Poulsbo, WA) | Friday (3/6) at 9:00 AM – Whether you’re coworking-curious or tired of negotiating with your kitchen table, swing by for Free First Friday and claim a desk on the house. Bring the laptop, skip the café outlet hunt, and knock out your list with good people, strong Wi-Fi, and zero pressure.
🎨 Community Create Night @ Kitsap Regional Library (Bremerton – Dr. MLK Jr.) | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – Bring your half-finished scarf, that stubborn zine, and drop in for a free, low-pressure make night with KRL’s librarian artists and Wayzgoose crew. Think therapy with scissors, chat printmaking with Rosie Bromberg, or sit, stitch, and breathe while the 2026 cohort carves giant lino.
🎵 Live Music @ Bigfoot’s House of Vinyl and More | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Local standouts Raspberry Season and Peace are plugging in for a no cover charge, all ages show that delivers the good stuff without the scene. Bring the kids, the neighbor who alphabetizes vinyl, and your two-step. Quality tunes, zero fuss, hometown cred included.
🛠 Fix-it Fair @ BARN (Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network) | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Bring that sulking lamp, the wheezy vacuum, or your stubborn toaster to a free repair meetup, and let volunteer tinkerers take a crack while you learn a trick or two. Register here: https://www.create.bainbridgebarn.org/assnfe/ev.asp?ID=5325805, bring up to two items, because around here, we fix, not toss.
🐝 The Buzz on Bees @ Bainbridge Gardens, Inc. | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Because the deer already eat half the yard, let’s at least keep the bees happy. Bainbridge’s Certified Professional Horticulturist and beekeeper, Charles Schafer, explains what’s stressing pollinators, and practical things home gardeners can do to help. It’s free, bring curiosity, not the sprayer.
🎮 Pokemon League @ Discordia Games | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM – Got a dusty binder, a Switch, and a competitive streak you pretend is “for the kids”? The free Pokémon League is all play, trades, and friendly battles, with prizes to boot. Even on tournament days, all levels welcome, earn the league pack, enjoy the chatter.
🌲 Red Pine Park Work Party – Winter 2026 @ Red Pine Park | Tuesday (3/10) at 10:00 AM – Grab your gloves and help the Park District’s horticulture crew and Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation tend the old downtown homestead orchard. Every second Tuesday this winter, expect historic fruit trees, edible perennials, and good-natured elbow grease. It’s low-key, useful, and smugly satisfying.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Kitsap County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 50°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 99%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 50. South southwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 45. South southwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 52°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 98%
Rain before 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then rain. Cloudy, with a high near 52. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This Sandy Hook waterfront estate pairs privacy with play, flowing indoor-outdoor spaces and a mid-bank Puget Sound setting. A new sport court with hoop fuels year-round fun, and the beach cabana plus mooring buoy put boating within steps. Independent guest quarters above the garage add flexibility and proven short-term rental appeal. Quick to Kingston and Bainbridge ferries.
Take a peek inside →
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