Something to Talk About

David Harrison, founder of the Northwest Policy Center at the University of Washington, joins us to analyze the national political landscape. In this session we discuss Congress and obstacles to the Trump agenda, the status of court cases on executive orders, and this fall’s two gubernatorial elections.

It can be difficult in times of tumult to keep focuses on investment strategies. As part of a Bainbridge Community Foundation investment series, Paul addresses the biggest pitfalls for your retirement investments.

Related links

https://bainbridgecf.org/programs/public-education-programs

https://paulmerriman.com

Marilyn Gremse, a State Health Insurance Advisor (SHIBA) volunteer, explains how she can help people navigate Medicare -- and highlights a key deadline coming up for people who use Medicare Advantage.

Heather Trim, executive director of Zero Waste Washington, outlines her organization's top priorities for this legislative session. The number Heather refers to is 800-562-6000. https://leg.wa.gov

Recycling Reform Act: HB1150 and SB5284

Right to repair electronics: HB1483 and SB5423

Right to repair for powered wheelchairs: HB1896 and SB5680

Improve composting: HB1497

Capturing refrigerant gasses HB1462 and SB5438

https://zerowastewashington.org/

Marilyn Price-Mitchell and Nancy Rudman discuss a support group for women who are grieving the loss of a life partner. We also hear from some participants. The group is open to new members. Contact [email protected] to learn more.

Other links:

https://biresourcedirectory.org

https://ivcbainbridge.org

The Photo Show in the Senior Center lobby and online for February 2025 highlights a number of BI Photo Club members selected images, illustrating their particular interests in photography. The club has a wealth of talent in many different areas of capturing photos.

Gallery: https://biseniorcenter.org/art-gallery/bi-photo-february-2025/

Sade McInnis and friends are up a great community party at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art that you don’t want to miss! This all-ages soirée on Feb. 22 will be awash with music and art. Dance, shop vendors from Seattle’s Black Love market and more!

Related link: https://www.biartmuseum.org/event/black-history-month-soiree-2025/

Julie Rautt talks about her experience as a facilitator of GriefShare, which meets on the island at St. Cecilia's Catholic Parish. You can learn more and register at https://griefshare.org.

We discuss how to cope with a torrent of troubling news amid a backdrop of climate catastrophe, economic disparity, and the

The Rotary Club is dedicating our community’s first Peace Pole this Friday, Feb. 7. Nancyh Houghton joins us to discuss the idea of peace poles—a worldwide effort to build unity—and details of the Waypoint Park installation just above the ferry terminal.

Related link: https://rotarypeacepoles.world/