On Bainbridge Island, the city has received its permit to remove the right turn lane on Winslow Way near the ferry.^[1] It was the final permit the project needed from the state Department of Transportation.^[2] Work starts Nov. 16.^[3] What changesThe project removes the eastbound right turn lane on Winslow Way at Olympic Drive and Highway 305.^[4] Crews will take out old lane markings, set a mountable curb and paint new bicycle markings.^[5] They will also update signs in the area and swap a solid storm drain cover for a grated one.^[6] The budget is set. The City Council approved a $25,000 budget amendment for the work on March 10, 2026.^[7] When to plan around itConstruction begins the evening of Nov. 16.^[8] Eastbound Winslow Way at Olympic Drive will close from 7:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. for four nights, Nov. 16 through Nov. 20.^[9] Some midday eastbound lane closures may also happen for roadway coating.^[10] For ferry walkers and riders, that puts most of the work in the night hours. Janelle Hitch, an Engineer II with the city, is the contact for the project.^[11] Residents can sign up for project updates through the city's Notify Me service.^[12] The Ferry Advisory Committee meets Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center.^[13] The rest of the month on the islandThe road work lands at the start of a busy season. The second annual Cove Holiday Art Market runs Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.^[14] It features 20 local artists.^[15] Santa Paws photo donations at the market benefit Assistance Dogs Northwest.^[16] The community tree lighting is Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. in Town Square.^[17] After that, the 12th annual Community Swing Dance is Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Bainbridge High School.^[18] Tickets are $50 for adults and $20 for students.^[19] The dance is the largest fundraiser for the Bainbridge Band Boosters.^[20]