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Valentine’s Day on Bainbridge Island
There are lots of sweet and fun things to do on Bainbridge Island for Valentine’s Day!
02/12/15
Heyday Farm Kids Cooking Class sounds a like a fun idea for kids 7 – 12. This is a participatory class where kids will learn to make a meal and dessert using fresh farm ingredients!
02/13/15 to 02/22/15
Side by Side by Sondheim This Tony Award-winning musical is a perfect introduction to the work of this contemporary master, and a must for die-hard fans.
02/14/15
Planetarium at Battle Point Park is hosting a Valentine’s Day Stargazing Show. To celebrate Valentine’s Day, professional astronomer Dave Fong will tell twisted tales of love through ancient lore depicted in the starry sky. If the sky is clear, astronomers will be on hand with telescopes for public solar viewing prior and star-gazing afterward.
02/14/15 to 02/15/15
Wine and Chocolate Winery Tour What could be better for Valentine's Day than wine and chocolate? Visit the 7 wineries of Bainbridge Island, each featuring exceptional wines and chocolates. These 7 cozy artisanal wineries are mostly new on the scene but are already garnering awards and attention. Avoid the crowds and explore the peaceful beauty and charm of Bainbridge Island!
02/14/15
Heyday Valentine's Day Farm Dinner with Live Americana Acoustical Music Enjoy a special evening out on the farm. They will have music and appetizers in our barn–full of the sweet smell of alfalfa hay. From there you will join your fellow local food lovers in the historic farmhouse and share a winter family style feast of fresh food right from the farm. They also have lovely, historic farmhouse rooms for rent for those that want to make this a romantic overnight visit complete with a farm breakfast.
02/14/15
Kiana Lodge Valentine’s Day Dinner Just across the bridge you’ll find the beautiful waterfront Kiana Lodge. Dinner will take place in the Main Lodge with stone fireplaces and stunning views of Agate Passage.
Cupid’s Walk at Bloedel Reserve Take a romantic walk around Bloedel’s landscaped gardens. With a special map highlighting the best kissing spots along the trails!
Nikki Dee Valentine’s Concert at Bloedel Reserve The Bloedel Reserve Residence will be transformed into an intimate nightclub to set the stage for jazz vocalist Nikki Dee. Enjoy her sultry jazz duo, a delicious dessert and a glass of wine. A wonderful way to spend a romantic night with the one you love.
The Beach House at Pleasant Beach Village Valentine’s Dinner The Beach House will be serving a six course dinner in the very romantic setting of their dining room and additional seating available in the Manor House. Call 206-780-FOOD to reserve your table!
Valentine’s Dinner at Restaurant Marche’ Greg Atkinson's contemporary Pacific Northwest Bistro will be serving a five course, pre-fixe, Chef’s Tasting Menu. Call 206-842-1633 for reservations.
Hitchcock Restaurant is offering a pre-fixe menu of “All the sexy food you can imagine: oysters on the half, foie, truffles, meat served on the bone, chocolate, spices, and citrus.” Chef Brendan McGill says there also will be “a fine selection of bubbles and digestifs to bookend a romantic evening.” Call 206-201-3789 for reservations.
Doc’s Marina Grill is feeling the romance for Valentine’s Day. They’re transforming their dining room into a “romantic waterfront oasis,” with candlelit tables and a special menu featuring lobster, Kumomoto oysters, and champagne. Advance reservations are recommended. 206-842-8339
San Carlos Restaurant Bainbridge Island's Neuvo Mexican / Southwestern Restuarant will have a special menu featuring decadent desserts. 206-842-1999
Buying beautiful and delicious gifts for your Valentine is easy on Bainbridge Island.
Bob Bon Confections – Home of Bainbridge Island Fudge had incredible hand-made fudge in a variety of flavors along with an amazing assortment of old fashioned candies from your best childhood memories. Gift wrapping is available. 206-780-0199
Flowering Around is the quintessential florist. Artistry and fine florals to create the perfect bouquet, plus beautiful orchids and other plants are available.
For something more unique and personal, try one of the many incredible gift and lifestyle shops on Bainbridge Island:
Lark
Petit & Olson
Danger
Skookum
And for your littlest Valentine – Calico Cat Toy Shop
Happy Valentines Day from Jackie98110!
Bainbridge Island Real Estate Sales in Review
RESIDENTIAL HOME SALES IN REVIEW
YEAR Avg. Sale Price Total # of Sales Avg. Days on Market
2003 $481,758 454 101
2004 $551,462 468 92
2005 $670,004 442 91
2006 $752,154 349 87
2007 $820,607 317 97
2008 $749,970 187 108
2009 $662,668 212 139
2010 $639,169 255 102
2011 $581,855 257 113
2012 $636,705 384 101
2013 $599,116 414 75
2014 $706,275 401 65
CONDOMINIUM SALES IN REVIEW
YEAR Avg. Sale Price Total # of Sales Avg. Days on Market
2003 $304,874 73 165
2004 $302,123 157 185
2005 $381,143 74 55
2006 $359,040 150 89
2007 $459,756 129 218
2008 $458,383 42 107
2009 $366,369 53 176
2010 $326,174 53 214
2011 $289,338 67 212
2012 $296,702 80 147
2013 $328,139 93 117
2014 $384,416 100 60
LAND SALES IN REVIEW
YEAR Avg. Sale Price Total # of Sales Avg. Days on Market
2003 $211,651 106 233
2004 $187,045 104 254
2005 $292,644 87 216
2006 $460,802 53 183
2007 $378,295 30 164
2008 $421,728 15 124
2009 $433,500 11 291
2010 $172,625 24 175
2011 $233,405 20 182
2012 $216,672 32 159
2013 $197,453 52 315
2014 $249,267 43 209
So you’ve begun thinking about selling your house and you figure: Let’s wait until spring or early summer before listing. The yard will look its best and potential buyers will be out in force. Recent research studies show home listing prices, sales price and time-on-market data from January 2010 through October 2014, concluded that if you want to sell for more than your asking price, listing in December through March gives you a better chance on average than if you list June through November. If your goal is to sell relatively quickly, February is historically the best month to list, with an average of 66 percent of homes listed then selling within 90 days, according to national averages, including cold weather cities like Boston and Chicago.
Researchers are quick to note that the advantages of listing in winter compared with other seasons are not huge. But the fact that winter produces at least competitive or better results by some measures should encourage potential sellers to get into the game sooner rather than later. Bottom line: Real estate does not hibernate. Other factors to consider: Only 63 Homes, 8 Condominiums and 53 land parcels currently For Sale on Bainbridge Island. Less Inventory = Less Competition for Sellers who list prior to spring. This is surprisingly an advantageous time to list, shop and buy Real Estate. Buyers shopping at this time of year are Serious Buyers. More Corporate Transfers at this time of year. Buyers have more time to surf the web for homes.
What are your real estate goals for 2015?
Call me for a Current Market Analysis and I will provide you with an honest, fact-based report of the financial value of your home.
New Years Eve on Bainbridge Island
There are some terrific things happeneing on New Years Eve on Bainbridge Island!
A New Years Eve Dance Party is being held at the Treehouse Cafe in Lynwood Center, from 9:00 pm to 12:30 am – featuring The Dusty 45's, Tarot and Palm readings, automatic entry for a raffle drawing and complimentary champagne at midnight! THis even is suitable for those 21 years of age and older. Get the details here: New Years Eve Dance Party
If your family is looking for something fun for the younger members, there is also a New Years Eve Party for Kids at KidiMu! All are invited to the Museum for an annual countdown to noon and balloon drop. Come early to enjoy special activities between 10 and 11:45 a.m., including face painting, music, a noisemaker clock craft and bingo. The event runs from 10 am to 12:30 and is sure to be lots of fun for the entire family. Get the details here: New Years at KidiMu and Bainbridge Art Museum or at KidiMu
Bainbridge Performing Arts Center will be hosting a New Years Eve Party, from 9 pm to 12:30 am. Celebrate New Year’s Eve by dancing all night long with Seattle’s hottest DJ – Dubreezy – and with an expanded bar selection that includes spirits from Bainbridge Organic Distillers, beer on tap from the Bainbridge Island Brewing Company, and half-price non-alcoholic beverages for designated drivers. This event is suitable for ages 21 and over with complimentary champagne served at midnight. Get the details here: Bainbridge Performing Arts Center New Years Eve Party
For those who love the water, there are a couple of options to ring in the new year on Puget Sound.Bainbridge Island-based Exotic Aquatics Scuba and Kayaking has planned an afternoon and evening excursion that includes three dives, dinner and transit to Elliott Bay to watch the Seattle fireworks at midnight on the newest boat to join the Puget Sound Dive Charters' fleet — the 45-foot Salish Explorer. For $125, divers can get an afternoon of exploring in before cleaning up — the boat has showers — and sitting down to dinner. Non-divers also are invited for a lesser charge of $110. A sparkling punch toast will be held at midnight. The boat leaves from its location in Winslow at 1 p.m. Those interested in tickets should call 206-842-1980.
There are aso some restaurants serving a special New Years Eve Menu, if you are looking for a more intimate celebration. Click the links below for more information.
The Beach House at Pleasant Beach Village
Restaurant Marche' Bainbridge Island
Hitchcock Restaurant on Bainbridge Island
Finally, for the super hearty and hardcore challenge lovers – the 14th Annual Polar Bear Plunge will take place at Noon on Lytle Beach. BRRR!
Happy New Year!
Holidays at Pleasant Beach Village
Located in the Lynwood Center neighborhood of charming Bainbridge Island, Pleasant Beach Village is a new community destination. The Village includes Manor House, Bainbridge Island's premier special events venue, The Beach House Restaurant, The Inn at Pleasant Beach and a variety of shops.
With the beautiful architecture, exciting new infratructure and the festive Holiday decorations, the Pleasant Beach Villag is a great place to visit, eat and shop.
A warm environment and friendly staff are waiting to serve you a great cup of coffee and fresh pastries.
The Barn Cat is a lovely store with fabulous items for your Holiday Shopping – and they are open until 8pm on Thursdays!
One of my favorite places is the PAWS Center where my grandaughter adopted her first kitten. A fluffy new member of the Family is always a great Holiday gift – especially when they are rescued!
Sunday the 14th of December, don't miss the Santa Brunch at the Manor House!
Small Business Saturday on Bainbridge Island
Winslow was vibrant and busy this Saturday for Small Business Saturday, with everyone excited about the tree lighting ceremony and getting started on their holiday shopping.
Local shops were busy getting decorated and preparing for large crowds of shoppers to start the Buy Local Season of Giving.
Petit and Olson are open in their new location. The new space is large and the inventory is varied and really fantastic.
For the younger set, Calico Cat has also expanded their store and there are so many cute things to look at, you’ll feel like a kid all over again!
Staying beautiful and finding great gifts alike is easy at Firefly Salon. No one wants frizzy hair or roots with so many fun events going on this season!
Bainbridge Tech Solutions partnered up with another local tech company, SMB Nation and offered free tech advice all day, along with free gourmet popcorn and Storyville Coffee.
And speaking of coffee, Bainbridge Bakers was open with their newly expanded space offering a warm space, good coffee and free wifi.
Other Bainbridge Island Holiday Festivities this month include:
December 5th, 1st Friday ArtWalk on Winslow Way
December 5th and 6th, Amabile Choir Holiday Concerts at Saint Barnabus Episcopal Church
December 5th and 6th, The Bethlehem Experience at the intersection of Sunrise Drive and Valley Road (across from Bay Hay & Feed
December 9th, Wearable Art Show at The Island Gallery
December 5th thru December 21st, SPAMALOT! At Bainbridge Performing Arts
December 13th, Heydey Farm Holiday Baking Class
December 13th thru January 5th, Holiday Village at Bloedel Reserve
December 19th, Heydey Farms Guided Farm Tour
December 31st, New Years Eve Dance Party at the Treehouse Café
Fay Bainbridge State Park
Welcome sign at the entrance of the park
Fay Bainbridge Park is a 17-acre marine camping park with 1,420 feet of saltwater shoreline on the northeast corner of Bainbridge Island. The park offers sweeping views of Puget Sound, the Cascade Mountains and features sandy beaches. On clear days, Mount Rainier and Mount Baker are visible from a sandy beach.
Besides the amazing beachcombing, Fay Bainbridge also has sheltered Picnic areas with water and electricity, a large playground and camping!
While it is free to access the park, there are nominal fees for camping and use of the large shelter areas. There are plenty of open picnic tables all over the park that are free to use – first come first served!
Sandy beach for the best beachcombing!
For more information on this lovely treasure, go to the Bainbridge Island Parks Department website:
http://www.biparks.org/parksandfacilities/pkfaybainbridge.html
