Wild Isle in the City

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The view out the window may tell a different story, but the plum blossoms already bursting open are ready to get this party started. Spring is almost here in all her bright and candy-hued glory - cheers to surviving another grey and soggy winter and sunsets after 6!

We are keeping an eye on the CDC and practicing healthy hygiene, but here is our list of outings that have us feeling curious this month…

Fiber Fest Bainbridge Island Museum of Art March 6-8 If embroidery, fibers and textiles are your jam, this is the place to be - an incredible collection of artists and their handwork.

Women’s Wisdom Project March 6-29 at Vashon Arts Center Come see Anna Brones collection of paper cut portraits and profiles showcasing the inspiring, insightful women on display for Women’s history month.

Free gardening classes at City People’s Garden Store, weekends all month long. If your green thumb is twitching, this a terrific opportunity to learn new skills. Join field tripper Susan Papanikolas on March 21st to learn about “Tried and True NW Plants” and then join us for her plant walk field trip the following day!

How I Built This podcast with Guy Raz: Sub Pop live taping March 26th Benaroya Hall Learn the story of the legendary Sub Pop from founders Bruce Pavitt and Jonathan Poneman.

“Open Kimono” by Betz Bernhard March 26th - April 25th at Zinc Gallery Pioneer Square This colorful and inspiring show features textile collages of sewn and painted vintage kimonos. See it open at First Thursday March 26th.

Kimono Redux at Momo March 29th Meet four Northwest designers who are transforming Japanese textiles into modern wearables at one of our favorite spots. While you’re in the neighborhood, grab some dumplings or bubble tea and support small businesses impacted by coronavirus outbreak.

On the horizon but get it now while you can …. Heronswood luncheon and tour April 22nd. Experience Heronswood Garden in its springtime glory with an in-depth tour of the Garden led by its founder, director and plantsman extraordinaire Dan Hinkley.