Something to Talk About

Sept. 21-25 is Fall Prevention Week. Misty Mountford from Housing Resources Bainbridge gives us tips on how to not be tipsy.

Rob writes, "I try to look at common objects in uncommon ways and I use photography as a springboard to further my creativity & expand the meaning of “what a photograph can be." Online gallery of images: https://biseniorcenter.org/art-gallery/bi-photo-september-2026/

The Alliance for Equitable Healthcare wants to set up a special district to close gaps in West Sound health care. Susan Young explains the effort. Website: https://www.allianceforequitablehealthcare.org/

David Harrison joins us for analysis of the national political scene, as he does every month. This month: Trump and our international alliances and partners, Senate and House update, and how to be the most effective possible donor.David's blog: https://dsh347.substack.com/

Bainbridge Island Parks Commissioner Rachel Pritchett joins us to talk about Battle Point improvements and the Parks' Dept.'s plan for the future priorities. Related link: https://www.biparks.org/about-us/public-information/comprehensive-planning

Maddie Mulligan, Bainbridge Island Book Festival coordinator, previews this year’s event — coming up Sept. 25 & 26. Learn more about what’s on tap and how you can participate. https://www.bainbridgeislandbookfestival.org/hello@bainbridgeislandbookfestival.org

The nonprofit organization has decided to dissolve, but it's been diligently working to find stewards for its programs. Executive Director Heather Burger outlines the plan for us. https://www.friendsofthefarms.org/

The BI Reads book is Storybook Ending by Moira Macdonald, who joins us to talk about her book and the experience of being a first-time novelist.l

Dr. Stephen Hubbard, a Center member and retired cardiologist, gives a presentation on reducing risk from coronary artery disease.

Councilmember Leslie Schneider joins us to talk about community access and understanding of the work of the city. City Council contact page: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/217/City-CouncilFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmemberLeslie