Taste the Flavors of Kitsap and Beyond. Food trucks, food booths, crafts, a beer garden, makers market, and more! Tasting items for $6 or less, come and get one of everything!

“Ladies That Rock'“ will be playing on the stage, all female-fronted bands.

A Chilling Weekend of True Crime

West Sound Crime, in partnership with Notorious USA*, Bainbridge Performing Arts, the Admiral Theatre, and more, will kick off an inaugural series of events and experiences across the peninsula exploring true crime mysteries with noted detectives, authors, legal experts and more.

“True crime has never been hotter. Podcasts, streaming services have joined books and TV in telling the stories of mysteries and crimes,” said Gregg Olsen, Kitsap author and creator of the first-ever West Sound Crime weekend. “This August we’re putting the spotlight on Northwest crimes with an array of speakers, events and experiences that genre fans won’t want to miss.”

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2025

7 PM – GREGG OLSEN + ANDREA DUNLOP
Location: Bainbridge Performing Arts
Address: 200 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island

Gregg Olsen will launch his latest, Out of the Woods, in conversation with author Andrea Dunlop at Bainbridge Performing Arts Theater. Out of the Woods examines the Idaho kidnapping of Shasta Groene and her brother Dylan. (Publisher’s Weekly review: As in Olsen’s previous works of nonfiction, there’s plenty of rigorous research on display, but it’s his empathetic consideration of what happens to high-profile victims after news cameras stop rolling that sets this apart.)

Dunlop, a Seattle author known for her work in Town & Country, Bustle, and People; she hosts the acclaimed podcast Nobody Should Believe Me and authored The Mother Next Door.

Saturday, August 2, 2025

2 PM — rebecca morris
Location: Kitsap Regional Library
Address: 1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton

New York Times bestselling author (Boy Missing) Rebecca Morris discusses Tacoma’s Ann Marie Burr and Portland’s Kyron Horman and others from her perspective as an investigative journalist and author. RSVP for this free event

 2PM — Ann Jaegar
Location: Gig Harbor History Museum
Address: 4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor

Author and TV personality Ann Jaeger presents her just-released biography of America’s legendary true crime author Seattle’s Ann Rule, The Rule of Crime, with an introduction by Gregg Olsen. This is a free event

5PM — D.D. Black
Location: Olalla Bay Market & Landing,
Address: 13965 Crescent Valley Rd SE, Olalla

Popular Kitsap crime novelist D.D. Black discusses his bestselling set-in-Kitsap Thomas Austin and FBI Task Force S.W.O.R.D. series. RSVP for this free event

6PM — Panel conversation
Location: ADMIRAL THEATRE
Address: 515 Pacific Ave, Bremerton

PNW UNSOLVED. A captivating evening delving into the Pacific Northwest’s most notorious unsolved cases of Oakley Carlson, Lindsay Baum, Susan Cox Powell, and more, from the unique mix of investigative expertise, legal insight, and compelling storytelling.

ON THE PANEL:

• Lindsay Wade: Tacoma detective who solved the Jennifer Bastian cold case, Wade offers firsthand experience in investigative techniques and the pursuit of justice. She is also the author of In My DNA: My Life in Solving Your Worst Nightmares.

• Anne Bremner: Renowned victims’ advocate, author (Justice in the Age of Judgment), TV pundit, and attorney, Seattle’s Bremner brings unparalleled insight into the legal and emotional aspects of heartbreaking PNW cases that continue to baffle.

• Gregg Olsen: #1 New York Times bestselling author, Olsen (If You Tell, Starvation Heights) shares his experience in unraveling complex cases to uncover hidden truths. His books have been published in more than 25 languages.  

• James Renner: Author (Finding Amy, True Crime Addict, Scout Camp) and host of the popular Philosophy of Crime podcast, Renner will facilitate the discussion, bringing his sharp wit and insightful analysis to the proceedings.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3

12pm — Anne Jaeger Book signing
Location: Olalla Bay Market & Landing, Olalla
Address: 13965 Crescent Valley Rd SE, Olalla

Author Anne Jaeger signs copies of her book about the Queen of True Crime, Ann Rule. (free).

2PM — “Paranormal” Pete Orbea
Location: Olalla Grange
Address: 7554 SE Fragaria Rd, Olalla

Port Gamble ghost expert and podcaster, as he presents fascinating evidence of the ghostly apparitions that haunt crime scenes throughout the Pacific Northwest. RSVP for this free event

6PM — MURDER MYSTERY EXPERIENCE AT THE WINERY.

“Death at the Olalla Winery” – an immersive experience combining fine local wine, delicious nibbles – as attendees gather their wits and unmask the murderer. Just whodunit?

*Notorious USA LLC is owned and operated by Gregg Olsen.

Bremerton, WA — Get ready to serve up some fun! The Bremerton Blackberry Blast Pickleball Tournament is back and better than ever — and registration is now officially open! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just in it for the sweet summer vibes, this is the must-play event of the season.

Taking place Labor Day Weekend, August 29–31, 2025, the tournament will be held at the scenic Bremerton Lion’s Park on Lebo Boulevard, just in time for the city’s beloved blackberry season.

Proudly sponsored by Westsound Pickleball Community, the Blackberry Blast promises three days of competitive play, community spirit, and plenty of blackberry-themed surprises. Players of all skill levels are welcome, with brackets for men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles.

 “We’re thrilled to bring the Blackberry Blast back to Bremerton for the third year,” said Theresa Aubin Ahrens, Tournament Director for Westbound Pickleball Community. “This event is all about fun, fitness, and celebrating the amazing pickleball community here in Kitsap County and beyond.” Last year, over 210 players from around the country and from age 13 to 93 competed.

Spots are limited, so grab your paddle and sign up early to secure your place on the court! Registration details and tournament information can be found at https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/2025-bremerton-blackberry-blast.

Don't miss your shot to be part of Bremerton’s juiciest pickleball event of the year!

Contact: 
Theresa Aubin Ahrens, Tournament Director, Secretary 
360-710-1435 
Westsoundpickleball@gmail.com 
Westsoundpickleball.com

Consider to PLAY and STAY! PLAY in the tournament and STAY to attend the FREE Bremerton Blackberry Festival! The festival celebrates all things "blackberry" on the Bremerton Boardwalk. Over 150 vendors, bands, beer, blackberry wine and more!

This FREE family-friendly festival takes over Bremerton's picturesque waterfront. It is THE summer-ending extravaganza for the Puget Sound.