2012 Kitsap County Fair is Almost Here!

The Kitsap County Fair and Stampede will begin tomorrow Wednesday, August 22nd and run through Sunday, August 26th.

The Xtreme Bull Riding Competition kicks off the fair on Wednesday night at 7 pm.  Click here for ticket information.     

Country star Jerrod Neimann will be performing Thursday night at 9 pm.  Tickets are sill available and can be purchase by clicking here.

The weather should be nice through out the week so get out there and enjoy some classic Americana and hand-dipped corn dogs.

Easter Egg Hunts in Kitsap County

Easter arrives this weekend.  Here is a list by region of free local Easter egg hunts.  Happy Easter to all!

BREMERTON

Annual Elks Easter Egg Hunt - Sunday at 1:30 pm
The Elks Club - 4131 Pine Rd NE

Open for the age groups of 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, and 8-10 years. Sheriff Boyer will start the hunt at 1:30 pm. We suggest you arrive early. There will be an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny as the 6000 eggs that he has hidden are hunted.

POULSBO

City of Poulsbo Easter Candy Hunt - Saturday at 1 pm

Raab Park - 18349 Caldart Avenue NE

Join the fun at Poulsbo's Raab Park 

Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday at 10 am
Olympic Evangelical Free Church - 14861 Silverdale Way
For children under 12 years old.  Everyone welcome.

Community Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday at 11 am
2365 Rude Road
There will be eggs, candy, and free drawings for Easter baskets.  For ages toddlers to 6th grade.

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND

Flashlight Egg Hunt - Friday at 9 pm
Bainbridge Island Teen Center - 9332 Northeast High School Road
Teenagers ages 13 - 18 can grab a flashlight and a container and search for eggs to redeemed for prizes.  


Geo Egg Hunt - Saturday at 9 am
Geo-aching coordinates will be posted at 9 am on the Park District website at www.biparks.org

PORT ORCHARD

Manchester Annual Bunny Hop - Saturday at 12 pm
Manchester Library - 8067 E Main Street
Meet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, play games and make crafts.  Participate in the spring spirit by decorating pots and planting a flower.

Children's Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday at 11 am
South Kitsap Regional Park - Jackson Street Entrance
Egg hunting open to children 10 and under with responsible adult.

GIG HARBOR

Spring Egg Hunt - Saturday at 12 pm
Sehmel Homestead Park - 10123 78th Street NE
Bring the kids for a guaranteed chance to find eggs and receive prizes.

Welcome to Karin Kay Properties, Klaus!

Karin Kay is happy to announce that broker Klaus Golombek has joined Karin Kay Properties.

Klaus has been involved in real estate industry for over 45 years and is a welcome addition to our team.  Whether you are looking for a starter home or a dream home, he's ready to help you meet your real estate goals! 

You can welcome him by stopping in at Karin Kay Properties 237 6th Street, Bremerton, or by calling him at (360) 479- 7653.

Strange Brewfest 2012

Looking to do something strange and fun this weekend?  Look no farther than the 8th annual Strange Brewfest in Port Townsend.  This event is hosting over 25 different breweries who will have their strangest flavors of beer on tap.

These special brew flavors range from "Strawberries & Creme" to "Ham on Rye".  There is something for everyone to try and enjoy! 

It's open January 27th (7 - 11 pm), the 28th (1 - 11 pm), and the 29th (1 - 6 pm).  Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the door.

For more information, visit their website and I hope to see you there!

Count Down to the Blackberry Festival!

The 22nd Annual Blackberry Festival will be held at the downtown Bremerton Waterfront starting this Saturday, September 3rd.  The festivities will run through Labor Day.

All three days will be filled with children's activities, live music, a wine and beer garden, and much more!  I'd recommend giving the delicious blackberry wine a try.  There also will be a fun run on Saturday morning for all you runners and walkers.

For a complete list of activities and details, click here.

The weather forecast looks pretty favorable for this weekend.  Get out and have some fun!

Marilyn and Melanie - Welcome to Your New Office!

Karin Kay is happy to announce that brokers Melanie Gordon and Marilyn Kover have joined Karin Kay Properties.

Both Marilyn and Melanie have extensive histories in real estate sales and customer service.  They are looking forward to exemplifying the Karin' About You attitude!   

You can welcome both them by stopping in at Karin Kay Properties 237 6th Street, Bremerton, or by calling him at (360) 479 – 7653.

Say Goodbye to the Manette Bridge

This is the last weekend Bremerton residents will be able to drive across the 81 year old Manette Bridge.  On Sunday, Bremerton Mayor Patty Lent is holding a going away celebration for the bridge starting at 8 am.  There will be a classic car parade crossing along with a procession of walkers.  The bridge will be officially closed at 10 am.

The bridge will reopen to pedestrians and cyclists, by August 7th.  The new bridge is not scheduled to open until November.     

Bremerton Summer Brewfest This Weekend!

If you love beer, Bremerton's Brewfest will be the place to be this Saturday.  The festival will be located downtown on Pacific Avenue and runs from noon to 9 pm.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for $15 at Silver City in Silverdale or at Pike Pub & Brewery in Seattle.  Tickets at the door will be $20.  Five tastings are included in the ticket price.  Extra tastings can be purchased for $1.50.  

Here's a list of participating breweries:
American Brewing Co.
Battenkill Brewing Co.
Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen
DerBlokken Brewery
Diamond Knot Brewery
Elysian Brewing Company
Fremont Brewing Co.
Georgetown Brewing Co.
Hale’s Ales Brewery
Hood Canal Brewery
Harmon Brewing Co.
Iron Horse brewery
Mac & Jack’s Brewing Co.
Pike Brewing Company
Port Townsend Brewing
Redhook Brewery
Roslyn Brewing Co.
Silver City Brewery
Slippery Pig Brewery
Snoqualmie Falls Brewing
Sound Brewery
Valholl Brewing Co.
7 Seas Brewing

Also be sure to visit some of the local restaurants for some great food!  Event goers will be able to leave and re-enter the festival with provided wristbands.

4th of July is almost here!

Fourth of July will be here one week from today.  Have you bought your sparklers yet?

If you're more interested in watching fireworks rather then lighting them, here are two shows being held in Kitsap County.

July 3rd, 10:15 pm - Poulsbo will have it's annual show over Liberty Bay.  Get there early to grab a good seat at the waterfront!
July 4th, 10:30 pm - Fathoms O' Fun is providing a show over Sinclair Inlet.  You'll be able to view this from Bremerton and Port Orchard.

Karin Kay Properties would like to wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July!

Farmer's Markets are All Over Kitsap

Did you know Kitsap County hosts six different Farmer's Markets?  With that many, there is sure to be one close to you! 

Bremerton

Thursdays - 4 to 7 pm
Evergreen Park
For more information visit their website.

Silverdale

Tuesdays - 11 am to 4 pm
Old Town Port Parking Lot
For more information visit their website.

Port Orchard

Saturdays - 9 am to 3 pm
Downtown Port Orchard Waterfront
For more information visit their website.

Kingston

Saturdays - 9 am to 2 pm
Mike Wallace Park at the Port of Kingston Marina
For more information visit their website.

Poulsbo

Saturdays -9 am to 1 pm
Poulsbo Village Medical/Dental Center Parking Lot
For more information visit their website.

Bainbridge Island

Saturdays - 9 am to 1 pm
Town Square at City Hall Park
For more information visit their website.

If you know of any others, please let me know!  Send me an email at officemanagerkkp@yahoo.com

Home of the Week in Manette

This well kept one story home with basement (and 1 year old roof) is located at 2126 24th Street in Bremerton.  3 bedrooms and 1.75 baths are contained within it's 2272 sqft.  It is listed at $209,900.

 Partial views can be seen from the deck.  Great place to entertain on a sunny day!

Both the front walk and the backyard are taken care of meticulously.  There is a great open space in the backyard perfect for a gardening.  Fruit trees run along the side of the property into the backyard.

Kitchen is bright and cheerful.  Plenty of cabinet space!

Large living room is full of windows that let in lots of natural light.  Hardwood floors and carpet are in good condition. 

 Large master bedroom contains a walk-in closest and full bathroom.   

 Check out this double soaking tub in the master bathroom.  Garden window brings in tons of light.

Basement contains a finished room.  A bed is built in underneath the stairs.  How cute!

If you would like to schedule a showing to see this home or would like to just learn more about this fantastic property, please contact Karin Kay Properties at 360-479-7653 or send an email to officemanagerkkp@yahoo.com.

Great Events in Kitsap County this Weekend

 No matter where you are in Kitsap County this weekend, you'll be close to a parade and other great family activities.

Bremerton will be celebrating Armed Forces Day with a parade on Saturday at 10 am.  The route will meander through downtown.  This parade is the largest and longest running Armed Force Day parade in the country.
For more information visit the Bremerton Chamber of Commerce. 

Poulsbo will be hosting it's annual Viking Fest this weekend.  The festivities begin on Friday at 4 pm with the opening ceremony.  The parade will be on Saturday at 2 pm and will wind through downtown.  There will be food and craft booths located at Anderson Parkway and a carnival at the King Olav parking lot.  
For more information visit the Viking Fest Website.

If nothing else, get out and enjoy the sunshine!  You never know how long it will last.

Home of the Week in Port Orchard

This home located at 1702 Woods Road in Port Orchard is a rare find that sits on over 3 acres and features upgrades you won't find elsewhere.  Listed at $314,900, this 2,213 square foot home contains 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.

Recessed lighting draws your attention to the tongue and groove ceiling on the country porch.

The quality of Merbau hardwood floors greet you the moment you enter this lovely home.  Imagine sweeping down this grand staircase to greet your guests in style!

A beautiful full wood mantle showcases a tiled fireplace and a recessed TV shelf.  Built in speakers, tall ceilings and plenty of sunlight encourage hours of memories in the family room.

Bright and cheerful with over-sized windows and recessed lighting. The view of your backyard will be so relaxing as you cook up a storm on granite tile counter tops!

The white crown molding really brings out the beauty of the hardwoods in the over-sized formal dining room.

The vaulted ceiling only makes this over-sized master suite appear even bigger! When you see the walk-in closet with a wonderful organized shelving system or the granite tiled tub enclosure in the master bath, you will know you've found your home.

This is the guest bathroom. Isn't it stunning?

The backyard rolls all the way back to a quaint creek. Fenced, you will also find outbuildings for more storage.

If you would like to schedule a showing to see this home or would like to just learn more about this fantastic property, please contact Karin Kay Properties at 360-479-7653 or send an email to officemanagerkkp@yahoo.com.

Easter Egg Hunt Guide in Kitsap County

Here is a quick run down of the local Easter egg hunts courtesy of the Kitsap Sun.  Let me know if there are others I can add to the list!

BREMERTON

Elks Lodge Easter Egg Hunt
On Sunday, the Elks will be hosting their annual Easter egg hunt for community children.  Located at 4131 Pine Road Northeast, 6000 Eggs, real and plastic, will be hidden.  Special baskets will also be presented.  Children will be divided into age groups.  Starts at 1:30 pm.  

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND

Puppets and egg hunt at museum
Celebrate the Easter season at the Kids Discovery Museum on Bainbridge Island with a special all-day Easter egg hunt from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. In addition to the egg hunt, there will be an appearance by Peter Rabbit and friends — puppets from the Bainbridge Performing Arts' production of "The Adventures of Peter Rabbit." Then, children may try their own hand at puppetry.
The event is free with admission or membership. The museum will be closed Sunday in observance of the holiday.
For more information, call (206) 855-4650 or visit www.kidimu.org.

BELFAIR

40,000 eggs available for hunting at Theler Center
The North Mason Rotary teams with the Theler Center to hold an Easter egg hunt on Sunday at 1 p.m.
The hunt will be held "on the green" on the water side of the Theler Community Center, across the street from Belfair Elementary. The Easter bunny will be there as children hunt for the 40,000 eggs stuffed with candy or prize tickets by the Boys and Girls Club.
The Theler Center is at 22871 Highway 3 in Belfair.

POULSBO

Churches plan hunt for children up to sixth grade
A Poulsbo Community Easter egg hunt is set for 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday at West Sound Community Church, 2356 Rude Road in Poulsbo. There will be candy, prizes, baskets and fun. The hunt all ages of children, from babies who are walking to those in the sixth grade.
For more information, call (360) 779-9996.
Cornerstone Alliance Church, 15350 Cox Ave. NW in Poulsbo, will hold an Easter egg hunt from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the church. There will be a small carnival with games, crafts, storytelling and treats. This event is free and open to families with children as old as the sixth grade.
For more information, visit www.cornerstonealliance.org.

Seventeenth annual hunt at Raab Park
Poulsbo Parks and Recreation will host the 17th Annual Easter Candy Hunt at Raab Park in Poulsbo on Saturday beginning at 1 p.m.
Children ages 1-11 will be divided by age groups and gather candy and eggs. They can exchange their eggs for prizes. The event is free and sponsored by the Poulsbo Lions Club and the Poulsbo-NK Rotary Club.
For more information, call Poulsbo Parks and Recreation at (360) 779-9898.

SOUTH KITSAP

Hunt planned at South Kitsap Regional Park
South Kitsap will sponsor its annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday at noon at South Kitsap Regional Park. Children must be 10 and under and accompanied by an adult.
The egg hunt will occur rain or shine with eggs given out rather than hunted in the event of a real downpour. Sign-ups are set for 11 a.m. Rides on the Kitsap Live Steamers Children's Train will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
There will be four hunt areas and children will be divided into age groups. Each child will receive a certificate for a prize and may pick it up between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
The Easter Bunny and Fathoms of Fun royalty will greet the children during the event with a candy distribution. There will be bins for recycling, although the children may take their eggs if they wish.

It May be April 1st but We're Not Fooling!

March was a very busy month at Karin Kay Properties!  April is already shaping up to be even busier!  And that's no joke!

• 2702 16th Street in Bremerton had an offer and was signed around in two days!  Good news for owner Nikki Stone!  Thank you for Tim Stiles for the referral!
• 6836 Helena Court in Bremerton has also gone pending.  Congratulations to Rey and Jennifer Ocampo.
• 8397 McBreen in Port Orchard received multiple offers on the same day.  It is now signed around.  Congratulations to Martin Moore!

We'd like to take a moment and thank all of our clients who we closed sales with in March -

• Alejandro and Jovita Nicha who purchased their home in Brandywine Estates.
• Tiffany and Andrew Watson who purchased in Manette.
• Bill and Sonia Begert who purchased in Poulsbo and listed their home with us on 4555 Shelley Drive in Silverdale.
• Russ and Carrie Milbrot who purchased in Bremerton.  Thank you Pat Roberts for the referral!
• Ron Beman and Dawn Trudeau's home sold in Belfair.

We'd also to thank all the other individuals who made these closings possible including -

• Amber Page with Eagle Home Mortgage
• TJ McGrath with Sound Mortgage
• Melanie Rowe with Republic Mortgage

Whether you looking to buy or sell a home, we can help you!  Please contact Karin Kay Properties at 360-479-7653 or send an email to officemanagerkkp@yahoo.com

Exciting News: Blackjack Terrace is Back!

 

Brought back by popular demand, our neighborhood  Blackjack Terrace in Port Orchard has reopened!  Only 14 lots are available.  They will sell quickly so you need to make a move fast if you'd like a home in this lovely neighborhood.

There are currently 3 different home styles to choose from ranging from 1380 square feet up to 1610.  Prices start at only $204,900!   

For more information please contact Karin Kay Properties at 360-479-7653 or send an email to officemanagerkkp@yahoo.com

Exciting Changes Coming to Karin Kay Properties

We have a big announcement!  In order to better serve our clients and to introduce innovative programs for Brokers, we will be branching out to new locations.  This has been our dream for quite some time and it's exciting to finally be able to implement it!

You are the first to hear that we have placed our remarkable building on the market!  The charm and value of this building will surely cause a stir at the price of only $598,519 ( it's also available for lease).  

As always, you are welcome to stop in and view the old mansion - bring anyone interested too!

Thanks for supporting us in our newest direction.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 360-479-7653 or send an email to officemanagerkkp@yahoo.com

HERE WE GO!  WATCH US GROW!

The Wedding and Events Show at Kitsap Sun Pavilion

We are participating in the The Wedding and Events Show being held at the Kitsap Pavilion on Saturday, February 5th from 10 am to 5 pm.

Karin Kay Properties is partnering with Amber Page of Eagle Home Mortgage and will be handing out wedding themed cookies and information about first-time home buying.  We also will be hosting KARI Creations at our booth.

For more information and directions, visit their website.

We hope to see you there!

Get out and enjoy Winter within 70 miles of Kitsap County

Since I tend to suffer from "cabin fever" this time of year, I try to get out into the fresh air as often as I can. Kitsap County doesn't provide a lot of opportunities for winter recreation so I find myself leaving the peninsula often. This past weekend we took a trip to Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park.

You could have not asked for a nicer day.  It was warm and there was no wind which is a rarity in that part of the park.  We had a breathtaking 360 degree view from the top of Hurricane Hill.  Besides the views of the peaks, we could see far north into Canada and almost to the ocean.  Add it to your to-do list if you are into snowshoeing or cross country skiing.

Sounds like we might be experiencing some snow in the Kitsap area this weekend.  Let's hope it's not going to be enough to snowshoe in!

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