Rolling Bay, Bainbridge Island, Washington facts for kids
Rolling Bay is a small, friendly community located on the eastern side of Bainbridge Island. It's a place where people live, work, and gather. You'll find several local shops and businesses at the main intersection of Sunrise Drive NE and NE Valley Road.
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Rolling Bay: A Community on Bainbridge Island
Rolling Bay is known for its welcoming atmosphere. It's a spot where neighbors often meet. While most of Rolling Bay is not directly on the water, nearby areas like Manitou Beach are very close. People often think of Manitou Beach as part of Rolling Bay.
What is Rolling Bay?
This community has a few important places. These include:
- Bay Hay & Feed (a store for farm and garden supplies)
- Rolling Bay Automotive (for car repairs)
- Rolling Bay Cafe (a place to eat)
- Rolling Bay Market (a grocery store)
- The Bud Hawk Post Office (where you send mail)
- Via Rosa 11 (another place to eat)
The post office in Rolling Bay helps people in the Sunrise area, North Madison, and the Manitou Beach area send and receive mail.
The Bud Hawk Post Office Story
The post office in Rolling Bay has a special name. On February 26, 2010, it was officially renamed The Bud Hawk Post Office. This was done to honor a very brave person who grew up right there in Rolling Bay.
Who Was Bud Hawk?
Bud Hawk was a local hero. He grew up exploring the woods of Rolling Bay as a kid. When he became an adult, he served in World War II. He was a machine-gunner in the U.S. Army. During the war, he showed incredible bravery in Europe. He earned the Medal of Honor, which is the highest award for military bravery in the United States. He also received four Purple Hearts, an award given to soldiers wounded in battle. After the war, Bud Hawk became an educator in Kitsap County for many years, helping young people learn and grow.
Understanding ZIP Codes
A ZIP code is a special number used by the post office to sort mail. The ZIP code 98061 is only used for post office boxes at the Rolling Bay post office. This means if you have a PO box there, your mail uses that code. However, for all other mail delivered to homes and businesses on Bainbridge Island, the main ZIP code is 98110.
