Valentine’s Evening Dessert Tea
Share in The Tea Room at Port Gamble’s 6th annual Valentine’s affair on February 14, 2012. Featuring Gourmet Dessert Cheeses/Crackers, Scones/Devonshire Cream/Jam, Tarts and Truffles and Chocolate Mousse this is a wonderful way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with someone special.  Reservations Required.  To find further information visit www.tearoomatportgamble.com.

Kitsap Quilters Presents its 26th Annual Quilt Show
To be held Friday, February 17th from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday, February 18th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  This annual event will be held in the President’s Hall of the Kitsap County Fairgrounds.  Vendors raffle quilts, give demonstrations and much more!  For more information, please visit their website at www.kitsapquilters.com.



March
Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce Community Awards Banquet and Presidents Gala
The chamber gives recognition to those individuals who have contributed to the growth of our city and community. Event organizers invite everyone to purchase their tickets through the Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce office by calling 360-779-4999. The event is held at the Kiana Lodge on March 3rd, 2012.  For information, please visit www.poulsbochamber.com.

West Sound Academy's 14th Annual Art Auction
Join us for a fabulous evening of Art featuring the works of national and regional artists on March 3, 2012 at the Sons of Norway Lodge in downtown Poulsbo.  For information & reservations go to www.westsoundacademy.org or by calling 360-598-5954.

Twelfth Annual Real Heroes Breakfast
Each year, the American Red Cross Serving King and Kitsap Counties host a Real Heroes Breakfast in the Kitsap and North Mason Counties area to bring attention to heroes in our community who have saved lives, committed selfless acts of courage and compassion and exemplify the mission and qualities of the Red Cross movement. 

The American Red Cross is looking for “real heroes” from our community. Do you know someone who performed life-saving CPR, pulled a person from a burning building or raised money to help someone in need? You can help the Red Cross recognize these extraordinary people by nominating your hero. For more information, call 360-478-7681 or visit www.westsoundredcross.org.



April
Poulsbo Farmer's Market
Opening day is Sat., April 7, 2012 from 9am-1pm. Come join us for the 2012 season and pick up some wonderful, locally-grown produce and creative crafts.

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 7, 2012  1:30 P.M.   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 7, 2012.  Join the fun at Poulsbo’s scenic Waterfront Park on Saturday starting at 10 a.m. For more information: 360-779-5209 or www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com.

Annual Poulsbo-North Kitsap Rotary Auction
This year the auction will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 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 call Brenda Wall at 360-297-3140.



May
Women Today
This year's event will begin Thursday May 3rd through the 5th, 2012 with the schedule beginning Thursday, May 3, 2012 – Kitsap Sun’s Taste of Home Cooking School, President’s Hall at the Kitsap Fairgrounds and then Friday/Saturday, May 4/5, 2012 – Kitsap Sun’s Women Today, Kitsap Sun Pavilion.  The Kitsap Sun is excited to bring this three day event focused on celebrating all aspects of a woman’s life. With over one-hundred exhibits, trendy fashion shows, demonstrations, and informative seminars, there’s something for every woman! For more information visit www.womentodaykitsap.com or call 360-792-3350.

Bras for a Cause
Soroptomist International of Greater North Kitsap presents its annual Bras for a Cause event on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 6 p.m. at the Silverdale Beach Hotel. Info: Jan Harrison, (360) 340-2195 or janharrison@iglide.net; or visit www.signk.org.
 
Viking Fest – Third weekend in May
This year’s annual event will be from Friday May 18 through Sunday May 20, 2012. and celebrates Poulsbo’s Proud Norwegian Heritage.  A variety of entertainment, local artisans and restaurants will have booths each day of the festival.  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 will be held Saturday, May 19th,  2012 in conjunction with other Viking Fest celebrations.  Sponsored by the City of Poulsbo’s Parks and Recreation Department the race features a 5-mile course, a 1-mile course, and Kid’s Dashes.  For more information, call 360-779-9898 or www.cityofpoulsbo.com then check out the special events in the Parks and Recreation section.

Cruz Port Gamble
Thursdays, May – September 2012 at 5 p.m.  Location: Forest Ridge behind the Espresso stand.  Relax and enjoy cool cars, friendly people and good food.   All Classic cars welcome.  For more information visit www.portgamble.com of call 360-598-3365.



June
Medieval Faire in Port Gamble, WA
June 1st to June 3rd,  2012 from 10 a.m. to  3 p.m.  Step back into time... jousting, jesting & merry making sponsored by the Society for Creative Anachronisms.  See the costumed squires, knights and their ladies.  Shop for adornments & refreshments on the rolling green meadows of Port Gamble.  Parking fees established by the individual festival group.  For more information, please contact: www.kitsapmedievalfaire.org or www.portgamble.com.

Daddy/Daughter Promise Tea
At the TeaRoom at Port Gamble, June 17, 2012.  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 early for reservations as seating is limited – 360-297-4225.

St. Hans (Mid-Sommerfest)
On June 23rd, 2012 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
Port Gamble Car Show
Scheduled for July 1st , 2012 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  See over 450 cars, trucks and bikes that come from all over Washington, Oregon and Canada to show their support for the cure for breast cancer. Visit www.portgamble.com for more information or call 360-297-8074.

Poulsbo 3rd of July
Begin your 4th of July celebrations in Poulsbo on Tuesday, 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 at 360-779-8657.

Muddy Paw Dog Agility
July 14-16, 2012 - "MudPACK (Muddy Paws Agility Club of Kitsap) will be hosting a North American Dog Agility Council (NADAC) sanctioned trial for dogs of all breeds and mixed breeds in Port Gamble, WA.  Dog agility is one of the fastest growing sports in America.  A trial demonstrates the ability of the dog and its handler to work under control as a functioning team over obstacles. The obstacles, including jumps, weave poles, teeter-totter, A-frame, tunnels, and dog walk, are grouped into courses for various levels of competition.  Pre-registration is required to compete but spectators are more than welcome.  Please be fair to the competitors by keeping your children and pets under control while you are there." www.mudpack.org

Poulsbo Summer Nights at the Bay
Free Family Concerts at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, July 17 and Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at Muriel Iverson Willian Waterfront Park.

Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce 2012 Golf Classic at Port Ludlow Resort
Please join us for our Annual Chamber Golf Classic on Thurs, July 26, 2012 .  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 our earnings to the Olympic College Poulsbo Scholarship Foundation. 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 July 27th through July 28th, 2012 at Kola Kole Park (Ed Moon Field) in Kingston and the Kingston Community Center.  Music, children’s activities, food booth, craft artisans, and a car show.  For more information, please contact Bryon at 360-297-3975 or visit www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com.



August
Paddle Kitsap Kick-Off
Experience kayaking from Port Gamble to Poulsbo in a 2-day paddle through North Kitsap’s “String of Pearls”.  Aug 4-5, 2012.  The fee is $185.00 per person.  Contact www.paddlekitsap.com or call 360-697-6095 for more information.

Poulsbo Summer Nights at the Bay
Free Family Concerts at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, August 2 and Tuesday, August 9, 2012 at Muriel Iverson Willian Waterfront Park.

Poulsbo Street Dance
This will take place on August 11, 2012 on Front Street.  Come and dance in the streets of downtown Poulsbo.  For more information, please visit www.historicdowntownpoulsbo.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.  All this takes place on the third weekend of August (this year is from August 17 until August 19, 2012 in Suquamish, WA and for further information visit www.suquamish.org.

7th Annual Maritime Music Festival
Port Gamble plays host to this maritime music festival on August 11, 2012 from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. between the Port Gamble General Store and The Walker-Ames.  Great bands for family fun.  For more information: Chris Glanister at 425-218-5872 or check www.portgamble.com.

Babe Ruth World Series come to Poulsbo
Baseball playoff games for World Champions take place at the Kitsap Fairground from Monday, August 13 through Wednesday, August 22, 2012. As the host city, Poulsbo will welcome visitiors with a downtown parade on Tuesday, August 14, 2012.

Touch A Truck
Bring your children to the Poulsbo Village Shopping Center.  The parking lot in front of Albertsons will again hold a special treat for young and old alike.  On August 18, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. kids (and adults) will be able to crawl around and look into many different vehicles that they see around town.  From a Fire Truck, to EMT vehicles, Dump Trucks, a Moving Van, and Cement Mixer to Police cars and Police boats it will be an experience for all.

Sponsored by the Poulsbo Village Management Company, and the Poulsbo Village merchants this is a Poulsbo tradition.  For more information, please visit www.poulsbovillage.com or contact Emily at 360-779-2279 or send an email to Emily@poulsbovillage.com.
 
Poulsbo Arts Festival (formerly Arts by the Bay)
On Friday, August 17 to Sunday, August 19, 2012, celebrate this festival of handmade arts and crafts, food booths and live music and dance. There is something for all the family to enjoy including a children's arts corner, original design jewelry, metal, ceramic, wood, and fabric art. Hours on Friday are noon-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 11am-5pm. For more information, call (360) 697-6342.


 
September
Early Irons Car Show
On Sept. 3, 2012 from 8am - 3pm, visit Port Gamble for this car show. All cars and motorcycles are welcome. Register by Aug. 15, 2011 for $15 for cars/motorcycles. After Aug. 15 and on the day of the event registration is $20. All net proceeds go to the North Kitsap Boys and Girls Club. More information can be found on the event and club at clubs.hemmings.com/earlyironsnw.

Annual Americana Music Festival and Boat Regatta
Happening Saturday, September 8, 2012 from 2:00 - 7:00 pm at Waterfront Park in downtown Poulsbo.  Great music, food and fun and games for all the kids.  Come celebrate family and community!  Enjoy the Beer Garden and visit with friends while listening to the great bands.  Also, this weekend will be the Poulsbo Rotary Boat Regatta (Friday - Sunday) with 65 boat slips reserved for Rotary Boaters from Canada to Oregon.  For questions and information, please contact the Chamber office at 360-779-4999 or visit www.poulsbochamber.com.

Forest Festival/Old Mill Days
This festival takes place in Port Gamble, WA from Friday, September 28th to Sunday, September 30th. 2012.  
Come see logging shows, logging demonstrations and a car show on Saturday and Sunday.  Enjoy rides at the carnival all three days, and watch the fireworks at dusk on Saturday night.  Logging show is additional.  For more information visit www.oldmilldays.com or call 360-297-8074

Animal Krackers
On Saturday, September 29, 2012 Kitsap Humane Society presents their flagship auction/dinner Animal Krackers at the Kitsap Convention Center Harborside. Live music, games, prizes, a fabulous gourmet meal and fun! A partial list of auction items can be viewed on our website at  www.kitsap-humane.org. Tickets are $95.00. Register online or by phone at 360.692.6977 ext 7113.


 
October
Fall Festival
October 6, 2012- Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Location: Port Gamble tennis courts. Join us for the first annual Port Gamble Fall Festival. This is a perfect event to celebrate fall with the whole family. Hay rides, live country music, carnival games, pumpkin flinging contest and more!  Free admission and parking.  Please call 360-297-8074 for more information.

First Lutheran Church Annual Lutefisk Dinner
On October 20, 2012 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 current information visit www.poulsbo-lutefisk.com.

3rd Annual Poulsbo Marathon & Half Marathon Run/Walk
Marathons will be held Sun., Oct. 14, 2012 at North Kitsap High School. Races start at 7:30am on Hostmark Street and finish at the NKHS track. 

Course includes Noll Road, Lemolo Shore, Front Street, the Poulsbo Place neighborhood, Fish Park, American Legion Park, and Poulsbo Waterfront Park. Both full and half marathon routes follow the same course for the first 12 miles. The course then splits, as the half marathon heads to the finish line and the full marathon continues on for a hilly, scenic loop through Suquamish, before returning to the finish line at the track.

Walkers are welcome in the half marathon. Six hour time limit for the full marathon. For more information please visit www.poulsbomarathon.com.

Halloween Trick or Treat in Poulsbo
On Wed, October 31,2012 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 Wed, October 31, 2012 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. start at the Dauntless Bookstore and pick up your passport.  Participating businesses will offer a variety of tricks and treats.  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
Art in the Woods Studio Tour
Art in the Woods is a unique self-guided studio tour though the North Kitsap area on Fri-Sat, November 9 - 11, 2012. On the second weekend of November each year, visitors are invited into the actual studios to see and purchase current work, view demonstrations of the processes and visit with the aritists.  For more information, visit www.cafnw.org or call 360-697-6342.



December
Julefest  - Poulsbo’s Historic Downtown & Sons of Norway Lodge
Julefest will be celebrated on Saturday, December 1st, 2012 at the Sons of Norway with a bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Beginning 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.  For more information call 360-779-5209 or visit www.poulsbochamber.com.

Historic Downtown Poulsbo Hayrides and Father Christmas in Heritage House
Every Saturday starting December 1st, through December 22nd there will be Hayrides through the downtown shopping area beginning at 11 a.m.  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 19th.  For further information or to find out about the “Breakfast with Santa” visit www.historicdowntownpoulsbo.com.

Holiday Caroling Competition
On Saturday, December 8th at 2 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
On Saturday, December 8th and Sunday, December 9th, 2012 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.portgamble.com.
 
Yule Cup and Lighted Boat Parade
Presented by the Poulsbo Yacht Club and the Historic Downtown Poulsbo Association.  The boats will cruise Liberty Bay showing off their finest Christmas sparkle for a great family event.  Hot Cider and cookies will be served in the pavilion. Toss your pinecone into the Ceremonial fire, make a resolution, pledge or wish and believe in the season.  Please visit the website for dates and times of the Boat Parade and Children’s Party at www.membermanager.net/poulsboyc or call 360-779-3116 or email pycoffice@bbxmail.net.