Upcoming Events
Tots On The Trail - Blakely Harbor Park
Join us for a walk on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Blakely Harbor Park. There’s a small dirt lot off Blakely Hill Rd NE and NE Halls Hill Rd where you can park. Here’s the Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/k1bV7gDCGXbtzJ6a6
The small trail we’ll take from the parking lot is across 3 T Road NE. There’s a section near the Generator Building where the kids like to stop and throw rocks in the water. We often see seals here! It’s a little over a mile round-trip, flat-ish, and mostly stroller-friendly, but I’d say it’s moderately adventurous if you plan to bring a stroller. Please note we will also cross a road twice and walk near traffic for a few minutes. We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tiny Tides Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Tiny Tides storytime is a free community storytime for littles ages 0-2 that takes place in our play space every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Storytime includes stories and songs by Zoe, catering to babies and toddlers under 2. It’s a cozy and casual afternoon that ends with free play until 2:00 PM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s spot online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Halloween Hideaway at Bainbridge Play Cafe
Step into our Halloween Hideaway, where our play space has been transformed into a whimsical Halloween world made just for little ones. Explore, play, and discover festive surprises around every corner - think pumpkins, friendly ghosts, twinkling lights, bats, and plenty of Halloween magic.
No scares, no frights - just Halloween fun! Join us and let your little monsters play the day away.
Tickets to enter the play space are $15 per child, 6 months - 6 years old, and space is limited for each play session, so reserve your spot ahead of time! Each child will be given a small Halloween goodie bag after their play session. Please note this event is free for members! Just enter your unique code at checkout.
We’ll be celebrating Halloween all day at the cafe!
Saturday, October 31st from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
360 Tormey Ln NE, Suite 194, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Tots on the Trail - Sound to Olympics Trail
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the first Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then walk over to the Sound to Olympics Trail, which is located next to Hwy 305. We will walk all the way down to Winslow and then back up to the cafe using the sidewalk on Ericksen. It’s a loop with a little bit of a challenge as we walk slightly uphill on our way back. It's roughly 2 miles round-trip and stroller-friendly. Please note we will be crossing busy roads and driveways in some heavily trafficked areas.
Our address is 360 Tormey Ln NE, Suite 194. If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tiny Tides Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Tiny Tides storytime is a free community storytime for littles ages 0-2 that takes place in our play space every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Storytime includes stories and songs by Zoe, catering to babies and toddlers under 2. It’s a cozy and casual afternoon that ends with free play until 2:00 PM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s spot online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tessa Blackham Reading
Free Community Storytime & Play Event 📖🩰
“It’s time to go on stage, but one young dancer is nervous. So she runs and hides until an older ballerina hears her sniffles and unties the beautiful red ribbon from her hair, offering it as a small, shining gift of courage.
With the ribbon in hand, the young dancer steps into the light and dances without fear. She takes to the stage over and over again… and years later, when she hears a little sniffle in the dressing room, she knows just what to do.”
About the author:
Tessa Blackham is a writer and illustrator of picture books.
Her use of gouache, relief-printing with plants, charcoal, and collage make her illustrations delicate and dynamic. Dry media is her favorite because she loves having direct contact with the paper, giving her more control and the ability to erase.
No, she was never a ballerina, but her 5-year-old self believes she is. And yes, a whale befriended her while she was on a kayak in Hawaii. Tessa received her BFA in Illustration in Utah where she grew up. She now resides in Washington State on a Pacific Northwest island in the woods with her family.
Learn more at www.tessablackham.com and follow @tessablackham on Instagram.
This is a free event that will take place in our play space with free play after, but please reserve your child’s spot ahead of time! (Link in our profile.)
Saturday, November 7th from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM.
Tots on the Trail - Bloedel Reserve
Join us for a free guided walk on the second Tuesday of every month at Bloedel Reserve. Bloedel has a gate at the main entrance, so when you arrive, let the gate attendant know that you’re with the Tots on the Trail group. If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tiny Tides Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Tiny Tides storytime is a free community storytime for littles ages 0-2 that takes place in our play space every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Storytime includes stories and songs by Zoe, catering to babies and toddlers under 2. It’s a cozy and casual afternoon that ends with free play until 2:00 PM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s spot online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tots On The Trail - Sakai Park
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the third Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then venture over to Sakai Park for an out-and-back walk to visit Pia the Peacekeeper. It’s roughly 1.5 miles round-trip, and mostly stroller-friendly with a few small inclines on a rocky/gravel path. It’s not a super smooth paved trail, so a stroller will make it feel a bit tougher than it is.
If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tiny Tides Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Tiny Tides storytime is a free community storytime for littles ages 0-2 that takes place in our play space every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Storytime includes stories and songs by Zoe, catering to babies and toddlers under 2. It’s a cozy and casual afternoon that ends with free play until 2:00 PM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s spot online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tots On The Trail - Blakely Harbor Park
Join us for a walk on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Blakely Harbor Park. There’s a small dirt lot off Blakely Hill Rd NE and NE Halls Hill Rd where you can park. Here’s the Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/k1bV7gDCGXbtzJ6a6
The small trail we’ll take from the parking lot is across 3 T Road NE. There’s a section near the Generator Building where the kids like to stop and throw rocks in the water. We often see seals here! It’s a little over a mile round-trip, flat-ish, and mostly stroller-friendly, but I’d say it’s moderately adventurous if you plan to bring a stroller. Please note we will also cross a road twice and walk near traffic for a few minutes. We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Cafe Closed for Thanksgiving
Our cafe will be closed all day on Thursday, November 26th, and Friday, November 27th, for Thanksgiving. We’ll see you again on Saturday, November 28th, from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Cafe Closed for Thanksgiving
Our cafe will be closed all day on Thursday, November 26th, and Friday, November 27th, for Thanksgiving. We’ll see you again on Saturday, November 28th, from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Tiny Tides Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Tiny Tides storytime is a free community storytime for littles ages 0-2 that takes place in our play space every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Storytime includes stories and songs by Zoe, catering to babies and toddlers under 2. It’s a cozy and casual afternoon that ends with free play until 2:00 PM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s spot online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tiny Tides Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Tiny Tides storytime is a free community storytime for littles ages 0-2 that takes place in our play space every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Storytime includes stories and songs by Zoe, catering to babies and toddlers under 2. It’s a cozy and casual afternoon that ends with free play until 2:00 PM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s spot online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Spider-Man at Bainbridge Play Cafe
Guess who’s swinging by Bainbridge Play Cafe?! 🕷️🕸️❤️ That’s right… Spider-Man is coming to visit next month! Tickets are on sale now, so grab yours before they’re gone! Link in our profile. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🕸️
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Coastal Kids Storytime (Ages 3-6)
Coastal Kids storytime is a free community storytime for kids ages 3-6 that takes place in our play space every Tuesday morning at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books read by Zoe and songs performed by Steven. It’s a cozy and casual morning that ends with free play for the kids until 11:30 AM.
Please note that you must reserve your child’s space online ahead of time to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons, and socks are required for children AND adults.
We allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to make check-in as smooth as possible. See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a/appointment/92215032/calendar/13973639
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tots on the Trail - Battle Point Park
Join us for a walk on the fifth Tuesday of the month at Battle Point Park. We meet near the frog statue at the playground and do one big stroller-friendly loop around the park on the main trail, and end back at the playground so the kids can play afterwards.
If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
DADURDAY
Back by popular demand!!! Our next DADURDAY event will be 9/26 at 8:30 AM. Dads, reserve your child’s spot using the button below. ✨ This is a free event for the dads in our community to come hang with their kiddos and meet other dads in the comfort of our beautiful play space. Limited spots available, so grab your spot now! See ya there!
Tots On The Trail - Blakely Harbor Park
Join us for a walk on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Blakely Harbor Park. There’s a small dirt lot off Blakely Hill Rd NE and NE Halls Hill Rd where you can park. Here’s the Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/k1bV7gDCGXbtzJ6a6
The small trail we’ll take from the parking lot is across 3 T Road NE. There’s a section near the Generator Building where the kids like to stop and throw rocks in the water. We often see seals here! It’s a little over a mile round-trip, flat-ish, and mostly stroller-friendly, but I’d say it’s moderately adventurous if you plan to bring a stroller. Please note we will also cross a road twice and walk near traffic for a few minutes. We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Author Spotlight - Audrey Barbakoff
Free Community Storytime & Play Event
Mazel Toes! is a heartfelt love letter from parent to child through the generations. Inclusive, sophisticated art pairs with charming Yiddish-sprinkled rhymes and sweet gestures to snuggle your way through every page.
About the author:
Dr. Audrey Barbakoff is a librarian, educator, and mom. Her award-winning children's books celebrate diversity and inspire giggles. She holds a doctorate in education from the University of Southern California and a master's degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Washington. She is a longtime island resident and former BI librarian. Learn more at www.barbakoffbooks.com and follow @barbakoffbooks on Instagram and Substack.
This is a free event that will take place in our play space with free play after for kiddos, but please reserve your spot ahead of time!
Saturday, September 19th from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Community Bike Ride
About Community Rides:
The City of Bainbridge Island is delighted to be partnering with the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce to host a new Community Rides series. These family-friendly group rides will start at City Hall and will end at a different featured business each month. Rides are intended to build community, support local businesses, and be FUN!
Ride Schedule:
All rides will start at City Hall and will be between 4 and 7 miles long. Rides are at a casual "party pace" and are welcoming of all bikes and riders!
Tots On The Trail - Sakai Park
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the third Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then venture over to Sakai Park for an out-and-back walk to visit Pia the Peacekeeper. It’s roughly 1.5 miles round-trip, and mostly stroller-friendly with a few small inclines on a rocky/gravel path. It’s not a super smooth paved trail, so a stroller will make it feel a bit tougher than it is.
If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Tots on the Trail - Bloedel Reserve
Join us for a free guided walk on the second Tuesday of every month at Bloedel Reserve. Bloedel has a gate at the main entrance, so when you arrive, let the gate attendant know that you’re with the Tots on the Trail group. If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Crumb Busters Car Seat Cleaning & Play Event
Give your car seat a much-needed refresh while your little one(s) get two hours of play time!
For just $30, your ticket includes:
Crumb Busters professional car seat cleaning + a 2-hour play session pass for your child. Only 8 spaces available!
Please bring your car seat to the event for cleaning. More information will be sent via email a few days before the event. $30 per child/car seat.
Tots on the Trail - Sound to Olympics Trail
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the first Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then walk over to the Sound to Olympics Trail, which is located next to Hwy 305. We will walk all the way down to Winslow and then back up to the cafe using the sidewalk on Ericksen. It’s a loop with a little bit of a challenge as we walk slightly uphill on our way back. It's roughly 2 miles round-trip and stroller-friendly. Please note we will be crossing busy roads and driveways in some heavily trafficked areas.
Our address is 360 Tormey Ln NE, Suite 194. If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Summer Storytime + Free Play (all ages)
For the summer months, we will be consolidating Tiny Tides and Coastal Kids into one group for an all-ages Summer Storytime Series. Save your spot online! We can’t wait to sing, read, laugh and play with you and your little ones.
Please note that you must reserve your space online to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons.
We will allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to save time at check-in! See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Tots On The Trail - Blakely Harbor Park
Join us for a walk on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Blakely Harbor Park. There’s a small dirt lot off Blakely Hill Rd NE and NE Halls Hill Rd where you can park. Here’s the Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/k1bV7gDCGXbtzJ6a6
The small trail we’ll take from the parking lot is across 3 T Road NE. There’s a section near the Generator Building where the kids like to stop and throw rocks in the water. We often see seals here! It’s a little over a mile round-trip, flat-ish, and mostly stroller-friendly, but I’d say it’s moderately adventurous if you plan to bring a stroller. Please note we will also cross a road twice and walk near traffic for a few minutes. We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Summer Storytime + Free Play (all ages)
For the summer months, we will be consolidating Tiny Tides and Coastal Kids into one group for an all-ages Summer Storytime Series. Save your spot online! We can’t wait to sing, read, laugh and play with you and your little ones.
Please note that you must reserve your space online to attend our storytimes due to capacity reasons.
We will allow up to 12 children per storytime session. Reserve your spot and sign your waiver ahead of time to save time at check-in! See you there!
Storytime: https://bainbridgeplaycafe.as.me/schedule/9528eb6a
Waiver: https://app.waiverelectronic.com/.../templateBy.../bpcwaiver
Nicole Niehaus Reading
Join us for our next Author Spotlight on August 22nd at 10:30 AM.
Nicole Niehaus is a Bainbridge Island author, business owner, and mother of three beautiful souls, one who continues to inspire her every day. She holds a degree in Elementary Education and has always dreamed of writing a children’s book.
Many years ago, Nicole had a vivid dream that she had written a book called Do Elephants Dream in Color? At the time, she had no idea what the story would be about. Years later, following the passing of her son, Jack, the story came to her, inspiring a book that celebrates love, hope, imagination, and the enduring connections we share with those we love.
Nicole wrote Do Elephants Dream in Color? with the hope that it will spark meaningful conversations, encourage wonder, and bring comfort to children and families alike. She is honored to share Jack’s legacy through this story and is delighted to be reading it at Bainbridge Play Cafe.
This is a free event that will take place in our play space with free play after for kiddos, but please reserve your spot on our website ahead of time!
Tots On The Trail - Sakai Park
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the third Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then venture over to Sakai Park for an out-and-back walk to visit Pia the Peacekeeper. It’s roughly 1.5 miles round-trip, and mostly stroller-friendly with a few small inclines on a rocky/gravel path. It’s not a super smooth paved trail, so a stroller will make it feel a bit tougher than it is.
If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Tots on the Trail - Bloedel Reserve
Join us for a free guided walk on the second Tuesday of every month at Bloedel Reserve. Bloedel has a gate at the main entrance, so when you arrive, let the gate attendant know that you’re with the Tots on the Trail group. If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Tots on the Trail - Sound to Olympics Trail
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the first Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then walk over to the Sound to Olympics Trail, which is located next to Hwy 305. We will walk all the way down to Winslow and then back up to the cafe using the sidewalk on Ericksen. It’s a loop with a little bit of a challenge as we walk slightly uphill on our way back. It's roughly 2 miles round-trip and stroller-friendly. Please note we will be crossing busy roads and driveways in some heavily trafficked areas.
Our address is 360 Tormey Ln NE, Suite 194. If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Anna and Elsa at Bainbridge Play Cafe
Meet Anna and Elsa as they lead a fun-filled experience with sing-alongs, dancing, magical moments, interactive games, and plenty of time for photos and meet & greets. It's the perfect event for little Frozen fans to sing, play, and make unforgettable memories! Limited tickets available. Each ticket covers the cost of 1 child and their accompanying adults.
Tots On The Trail - Blakely Harbor Park
Join us for a walk on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Blakely Harbor Park. There’s a small dirt lot off Blakely Hill Rd NE and NE Halls Hill Rd where you can park. Here’s the Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/k1bV7gDCGXbtzJ6a6
The small trail we’ll take from the parking lot is across 3 T Road NE. There’s a section near the Generator Building where the kids like to stop and throw rocks in the water. We often see seals here! It’s a little over a mile round-trip, flat-ish, and mostly stroller-friendly, but I’d say it’s moderately adventurous if you plan to bring a stroller. Please note we will also cross a road twice and walk near traffic for a few minutes. We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Summer Storytime + Free Play (all ages)
For the summer months, we will be consolidating Tiny Tides and Coastal Kids into one group for an all-ages Summer Storytime Series. Save your spot online! We can’t wait to sing, read, laugh and play with you and your little ones.
Tots On The Trail - Sakai Park
Join us for a walk from Bainbridge Play Cafe at 9:00 AM on the third Tuesday of every month. We'll grab our drinks/snacks from the cafe and then venture over to Sakai Park for an out-and-back walk to visit Pia the Peacekeeper. It’s roughly 1.5 miles round-trip, and mostly stroller-friendly with a few small inclines on a rocky/gravel path. It’s not a super smooth paved trail, so a stroller will make it feel a bit tougher than it is.
If you’d like to purchase coffee/snacks before our walk, feel free to arrive early or use our convenient mobile pick-up service to order ahead! We will wait until about 9:15 AM before we start our walk.
Summer Storytime + Free Play (all ages)
For the summer months, we will be consolidating Tiny Tides and Coastal Kids into one group for an all-ages Summer Storytime Series. Save your spot online! We can’t wait to sing, read, laugh and play with you and your little ones.
Tots on the Trail - Bloedel Reserve
Join us for a free guided walk on the second Tuesday of every month at Bloedel Reserve. Bloedel has a gate at the main entrance, so when you arrive, let the gate attendant know that you’re with the Tots on the Trail group. If you would like anything from the cafe, please place your mobile pick-up order before 8:45 AM, and in the notes, mention that it’s for the Tots on the Trail walk. We’ll bring it with us so you can enjoy it during our walk! See you there!
Author Spotlight: Maegan Blackwell Reading + Discussion
Join us for a free community event on July 11th at 1:30 PM.
Join Maegan Blackwell as she reads her book, Before and After Baby. Children 6 and under are welcome to join you and play in the play space while Maegan reads and leads a discussion afterward.
Please note this reading might be triggering for some.

