July 9, 2017

NorthWest Newbies Hike at IslandWood on Bainbridge

I am so thrilled to be sponsoring this fabulous event- the Northwest Newbies Nature Hike.  IslandWood is a true treasure on the island and I love that they open their doors to the public many, many days of the year.  Tomorrow’s hike already has a waitlist, but I am sponsoring […]
June 23, 2017
Lyle Beach Bainbridge Island

Things to Do & See on an Extended Visit to Bainbridge Island

More and more of my clients are spending a week or more on the island to explore and house hunt. It is what we did way back in 2004 when Bainbridge popped onto our radar as a place we might want to live. We stayed in this cool beach house. […]
December 13, 2016
Bainbridge Island Musical Firetruck 2016

Bainbridge Island Musical Firetruck 2016

Yes, you heard it.  That was indeed the musical firetruck.  The iconic tour around the island is already underway.  Wasn’t it just Halloween?  I am never ready for Christmas, but I must say the snow day we had last week did really nudge me into the holiday spirit. I love […]
December 2, 2016
Bainbridge Christmas in the Country 2016 Map

Bainbridge Christmas in the Country | 2016

Christmas in the Country is one of those events I call “So Bainbridge.”  It is a Bainbridge tradition. This year is the 23rd year. For three days local artists and craftspeople put their talents on display and for sale at cool locations throughout the island.  You can shop for the […]
December 2, 2016
Winslow Holiday Tree

Bainbridge & Kitsap Christmas Tree Farms | 2016

My Christmas tree is NOT up. Not even close.  Is yours?  Thanksgiving is officially over and the winter holiday season is underway. I am NEVER ready. But, ready or not, this weekend and next islanders will be out in force hunting down Christmas trees.  Next week there are snowflakes in the forecast, […]
June 29, 2016
Classes at Bainbridge Gardens

Bainbridge Gardens Summer Classes

Visiting Bainbridge Gardens is an excursion in and of itself. Acres of garden and landscaping goods, a forest trail, a gift store, a cafe and a playground make it a fun way to get outside.  But, Bainbridge Gardens also offers classes.  This is a great way to learn about a […]
June 14, 2016
4th of July on Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge in the Summer | 10 Events for 2016

The school year is evaporating as I type. One and a half days remain.  Two half days for high schoolers taking finals.  We are in the last stretch to summer.  Wow, that went by fast.  The memory of the wettest winter on record in Seattle is almost forgotten as our […]
May 26, 2016
Jen Pells Bainbridge Island Realtor Agent

New to Bainbridge Island? Have Young Kids?

Our island is rich with opportunities when it comes to interesting things to do. These ideas are also a great way to meet people if you are an Island Newcomer. Here is a tried and true always updated list to get you started: Specifically for younger kids Mom’s Morning Retreat at […]