Performances

Ken Waldman - Alaska's Fiddler Poet

Ken Waldman is the real thing! He lets himself be a vessel-- for stories, music, that far northern place he has chosen as home--and transmits it all as a wondrous, authentic blend, replete with humor and heart.
Naomi Shihab Nye

Ken Waldman is truly a national treasure and modern day Alaskan bard. His old-time fiddling, singing, and poetic storytelling captivate all within his sphere, weaving tales of Alaska and life and death and everything in between. As Ken works his magic, you can smell the woodsmoke, feel the Taku winds blowing under the door, and you get an itch to hit the Alcan highway and head for the land of ice and snow. A former college professor, Waldman has had more than 400 poems and stories published in national journals, and has worked full-time since 1994 as Alaska ’s Fiddling Poet, performing at some of the nation’s leading universities, festivals, arts centers, and clubs. Ken will be joined by multi-instrumentalist, Tania Opland.

This is a not-to-be-missed show, right here on Bainbridge Island!

“Waldman combines a vital, raw-edged Appalachian-styled fiddle with unpretentious, conversational poem-stories of everyday Alaskan life. The poetry and musical establishments may not know what to think of Waldman’s genre-merging, but the calm sense of wonder he engenders is easily accessible.”

Dan Gewertz, Boston Herald

Evening Concert:

This performance will be held Saturday May 17, 7:00pm at Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Rd. Advance tickets available at Winslow Drug, or by calling the park office at (206) 842-2306. Advance adult $13, door adult $15, youth $10.

Children's Concert:

This concert, specially for younger children, will be held Sunday May 18, 3:00-3:45pm at Strawberry Hill Mini-Gym, 7666 High School Road.  Tickets at the door, $5 each or $20 per family.

Old-time Fiddle Workshop:

This workshop will be for all levels of fiddlers from advanced beginners on up.  Learn how to turn your violin into a fiddle and get an old-time sound, and learn a new tune to take along with you.  Ken and Tania will help you take the next step from whereever you are starting from.

Please register for the workshop ahead of time by calling (206) 842-2306, or register online if you have an established account with us.  We must have a minimum number of pre-registered participants for this workshop to go, so please register soon! 

Dance!

Second Saturday Dances

*DJ Swing, Salsa, Blues, Hustle, WC, Ballroom, Latin*
Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Rd
April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9
7:30-8:15 pm pre-dance workshops free with dance!
8:15-10:30 pm dance
Cost: $5/teens; $10/adults
includes workshops!

Pay at the door!
Info @ www.educatedfeet.net
Contact 842-3012 or
sheila@educatedfeet.net

2nd Saturday Specialty Dance Workshops

*NO pre-registration or partner required!
Island Center Hall (ICH)
Sa 7:30-8:15p
$5/teens; $10 adults includes dance!
Beginning-Intermediate Level

April 12:  Boogie Woogie Swing
A favorite jazzy dance originating in the 20's, popular during WWII, jumping in the 30's and still swinging today!

May 10:  Swinging Foxtrot

Swing and Foxtrot go hand in hand, smooth and elegant.  Happy Mother's Day!

June 14:  Salsa

This street style Latin mix is energetic and passionate!

Nordic Folk Dancing

April 5, May 3, June 7
6:00 Potluck Supper; 7:00-11:00 pm Dance
Cost: $7/Adults; non-dancing children free.
Island Center Hall, 8395 Fletcher Bay Rd

Enjoy Nordic and Scandinavian folk dancing to LIVE MUSIC each first Saturday evening From October through June at Island Center Hall. Instruction available throughout the evening. Info (206) 842-4055.