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"Small Town, Big Heart"

By |2011-11-03T05:53:02+00:00November 3rd, 2011|Bainbridge Island, Uncategorized, Winslow|

Another Halloween and Bainbridge Island did not disappoint! Winslow Way was buzzing with every bit of creative costuming I expect from our artistic, family centric island. There was even a Flash Mob to "Thriller". I love that our community still focuses on the simple pleasures of life especially under economic strife. We truly are a

Pacific Northwest: Another reason to love it!

By |2011-10-26T04:51:34+00:00October 26th, 2011|Uncategorized|

My family decided to have a "city day" this weekend and head to University Village; such a youthful, energy filled destination in the fall.  So we jumped the 12:20 ferry boat with plans of bundling up, grabbing our pumpkin spice latte's at Starbucks and wandering the stores soaking in the atmosphere.   Of course we had

Lynwood Center Update

By |2011-10-23T15:50:46+00:00October 23rd, 2011|Uncategorized|

Many people are wondering about the status of the work being done at Lynwood Center on the Pleasant Beach Village development.  Here's the scoop: The Manor House, previously known as Edna's, Pleasant Beach Grill and Oyster House, Ruby's and The Manor House (back in the 80's; I worked there in high school as a hostess),

Suyematsu Farm and Pumpkin Patch

By |2011-10-16T15:50:25+00:00October 16th, 2011|Bainbridge Island|

It's my favorite time of year again and that means a visit to the best pumpkin patch on Bainbridge Island...Suyematsu Farm never disappoints and this year we got sun! The hunt for the perfect Halloween pumpkin was on, children were laughing, the tractor was touring, hay maze was crawling, camera's were clicking and everyone was

The Great Zucchini Race 2011!

By |2011-10-12T22:55:43+00:00October 12th, 2011|Bainbridge Island|

Oodles of home grown green fun was had at this years Great Zucchini Race! The creativity was astounding. Competitors of all ages joined in on the fun.  There was a sparkly Tinkerbell mobile, Shrek driving monster mobile, horse drawn carriage, feathered friend, red bell pepper helmeted zucchini worm and much more. The only thing better

Homecoming at Bainbridge High School 2011!!

By |2011-10-06T14:35:45+00:00October 6th, 2011|Uncategorized|

As a Bainbridge High School alumni and local, I always get a sense of excitement during homecoming week.  I get to live vicariously through my sophomore son, much to his dismay, I'm sure.  The positive energy of the week and all the activities are so much fun! Monday was neon day...as an 80's gal myself,

Bainbridge Island Pumpkin Walk

By |2011-10-05T23:44:37+00:00October 5th, 2011|Uncategorized|

What is the Pumpkin Walk? The Pumpkin Walk is a fun, festive, family-oriented event hosted by Bainbridge Gardens for two nights every October. The proceeds of this popular, non-scary event benefit the Bainbridge Island Boys and Girls Club. This year, the Pumpkin Walk will be held Friday, October 21 and Saturday, October 22, from 6:00

Windermere Voted Most Respected Brand!!

By |2011-09-19T14:50:25+00:00September 19th, 2011|Uncategorized|

The results are in and over 60,000 voted! The Puget Sound Business Journal’s survey resulted in Windermere being voted as “Most Respected Brand in Real Estate” by 58.8%; our closest competitor received 16 percent of the vote. What a proud accomplishment for our company! Founder, John Jacobi says, "This is one of my proudest moments!

Market Update…

By |2011-09-14T09:10:48+00:00September 14th, 2011|Uncategorized|

Here's what we're hearing from our neighbors in the Seattle areas and since Bainbridge Island and the Kitsap Peninsula usually follows their lead, I'm filled with hope! Price Trends The average sold price per square foot for single family homes in Metro Seattle dropped slightly from July to August, but prices overall remain stable. Our

Shannon Dierickx Bainbridge Island

240 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

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