South Kitsap Helpline

06/05/2026

So exciting! Please join us on July 1st to celebrate the opening of this new Wednesday farmers market for our community!

🎊✂️ We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate the launch of the brand-new Wednesday Market with the , hosted at South Kitsap Helpline!

This is a massive milestone for our community. From fresh-off-the-farm produce to incredible local vendors, they are building a vibrant weekly gathering place for all of South Kitsap - and we want you there from day one!

📍 Where: 4215 SE Mile Hill Dr, Port Orchard, WA 98366
📅 When: Wednesday, July 1st
⏰ Time: 2:50 PM (Ribbon cutting), Market open right after!

Bring your reusable bags, your appetite, and your community spirit. We can't wait to see you there!

06/05/2026

There are so many great vendors to visit at tomorrow’s farmers market on the Port Orchard waterfront!

As always, your SNAP benefits are welcome there, too for many food and food plant purchases! Please visit the market information booth for details.

June 6 Vendor List is Here🍓

The market is bursting with the best of the season! Fill your bags (pick up a market tote at the Info Booth!) with fresh produce and plants, farm fresh eggs, tasty baked goods and treats, sourdough bread, local honey, wine, pickles, sauces, spices, and of course artisan goods and delicious food to enjoy right at the market.

Whether you're planning meals for the week, stocking up on local favorites, shopping for a special gift, or just looking for a great way to spend your Saturday, there's something just for you. Friendly reminder that you can get your knives sharpened by Precision Sharpening while you shop, too!

☔ A friendly reminder: the Farmers Market is open rain or shine! If we ever need to cancel or close early due to severe weather, such as high winds or storms, we will share updates on our social media channels and make announcements at the market.

See you tomorrow on the waterfront!

06/03/2026

Here is some helpful information about SUN Bucks!

Be on the lookout! Everyone who gets SUN Bucks is getting a new SUN Bucks card in 2026. Cards will be mailed to the address on file at DSHS, eligible kids’ school or the address listed on the SUN Bucks application. Be sure your address is correct at all locations and look for a new card in the mail in early June. More details are at dshs.wa.gov/sunbucks.

06/03/2026

South Kitsap Helpline is collecting granola bars and cereal bars for the month of June’s Project Food drive. If you would like to drop any off, these will help to fill our supplemental End Summer Hunger grocery bags for local children in need. All donations made stay right here in South Kitsap.

Donations to help us purchase those online can also be made at: https://skhelpline.org/give/

Thank you so much!

06/03/2026

Christian Life Center in Port Orchard offers a free community meal every Wednesday between 5-6 pm for anyone needing a home-cooked dinner. Please enter through the double doors at the back of the church when you arrive for the meal. All are welcome to attend!

Tonight’s Menu for 6/3/2026:

Hotdogs, pasta salad, baked beans, chips and dessert with coffee, tea, water and milk.

06/03/2026

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at GreenDrinks on June 24th! 🍸

We're excited to gather at South Kitsap Helpline for an evening of networking, community connection, refreshments, and great conversation.

Whether you're looking to meet new people, strengthen existing relationships, or learn more about the amazing work South Kitsap Helpline is doing in our community, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved.

📅 June 24th
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 South Kitsap Helpline

Tag a friend and join us for a fun and meaningful evening connecting with the South Kitsap community!

Register at: https://chamber.skchamber.org/events/details/south-kitsap-greendrinks-june-2026-14938

06/02/2026

This is a wonderful new partnership that we are so excited to be a part of! Hope to see you on Wednesdays at the new evening Farmers Market!

The Port Orchard Farmers Market is expanding its reach this summer, with the addition of a new Wednesday market, designed to increase access to fresh, local food in the South Kitsap community.

06/02/2026

We are excited to be hosting the South Kitsap Chamber of Commerce Green Drinks for the month of June! If you haven’t had a chance to visit our new building, this would be a great opportunity! Plus, these events are also a lot of fun and give you the chance to network with others in our community. Please visit the Chamber website to register!

June is packed with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate with the Chamber community! ☀️

Whether you’re looking to grow your network, support local business, or simply enjoy great conversations with community members, there’s something for everyone this June - especially our highly anticipated Roast & Toast event you won’t want to miss!

Register today:
☕ Coffee & Connections: https://chamber.skchamber.org/events/details/south-kitsap-young-professionals-14936
🔥 Roast & Toast: https://chamber.skchamber.org/events/details/south-kitsap-roast-toast-14929
🍽️ Chamber Luncheon: https://chamber.skchamber.org/events/details/chamber-luncheon-june-2026-14937

We can’t wait to see you there!

06/02/2026

SUN Bucks are back! They help households with children purchase extra groceries during the summer months when they are out of school!