The Garden
Scoop: Birding
A Ruckus on the Water
The Bold Life of the American CootWest Sound waterways host the most birds in winter. Thousands of geese, ducks, loons, and grebes spend the nonbreeding season here before returning to Arctic breeding grounds in spring. But one species is...
The Home
His Space
Inside a Next-Level Gig Harbor Garage
Mark Johnson is a third-generation real estate agent who dreamed of building a beautiful family home. Part of his vision featured a sweet over-the-top garage and office. One of his main clients in...
Food & Entertainment
Events
The Sweet Sounds of the Poulsbo Blues and Jazz Festival
The locally beloved Poulsbo Blues and Jazz Festival is making its return to downtown — otherwise known as “Little Norway” — from Feb. 27-28, with a lineup that includes 23 different bands. Acts...
People & Places
Life, Love, West Sound
Raise the Paws
Kitsap is a Paradise for the dogsWith loads of dog parks, trails, and pet-friendly places to visit, the Kitsap Peninsula is an especially pet-friendly place to explore. Whether you want to take your doggo on an epic outdoor adventure...
What to Know About Peninsula Community Health Services’ New Bainbridge Island Clinic
Founded in 1987, PCHS serves the Kitsap, Mason,...Peninsula Community Health Services late last month opened a new behavioral health intervention clinic in downtown Winslow on Bainbridge Island. Founded in 1987, PCHS serves the Kitsap, Mason, and rural Pierce County areas. A team of 350 serves more than 40,000 patients. The … read more
Bremerton is Getting Taken Over by Pirates Next Month
What to know about February's Bremerton Pirate Festival“Pirates” are coming to Bremerton’s Quincy Square on Feb. 28 as part of the new Bremerton Pirate Festival. The festival’s organizer, Esther Chilcutt, a Kenmore resident with experience organizing events and conventions, created the event with the simple idea of bringing families and … read more
The Tacoma Home + Garden Show Highlights
Check it out at the Tacoma Dome Jan...The annual Tacoma Home + Garden Show at the Tacoma Dome is the unofficial sign that longer spring days are around the corner. Get inspired as you meander through huge and elaborate display gardens that make you feel like you are in a … read more
Where to Watch Seahawks vs. Rams: Best Bars, Casinos & Party Food Ideas
Do you wanna watch the Seahawks take on (and crush) the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship on Jan 25, with a legion of other fans surrounded by giant screens? Or are you hosting a party or attending one, and want some … read more
Run to Fight MS
The 2026 5K Fun Run for MS, organized by A2 Physical Therapy, is set for March 28 at Tacoma’s Titlow Trails. All ages are welcome to walk or run the 5K or a shorter 1 K at the fifth annual event. Proceeds benefit … read more
A Traditional Nordic Feast in Poulsbo
At Poulsbo Sons of Norway’s annual dinner on Jan. 31, lutefisk, a dried whitefish that traditionally hails from Scandinavia, is what’s on the table. For the less adventurous, meatballs, boiled potatoes, carrots, ice cream, and more are available. Adults eat for $35 and … read more
Check Out This Stand-Up Show in Silverdale
Something funny is coming to the Kitsap Mall. The Kitsap Mall will be hosting its first set of comedy shows titled Mall Comedy at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 and 7. Tickets are on sale now for the show, which will feature three comedians. … read more
Anthony’s to Purchase Tides Tavern
In a recent announcement that has set Gig Harbor abuzz, the Kirkland seafood restaurant Anthony’s Restaurants has purchased Tides Tavern. Tides Tavern, which is owned by Dylan Stanley and was founded by his father, Peter Stanley, will be selling the 53-year-old waterfront restaurant. … read more
Couple of Scoops to Soon (Soft) Serve Gig Harbor
A new ice cream and candy shop is making its way to Gig Harbor’s Olympic Village — just in time for spring and summer. Reported back in January by Gig Harbor Now, Couple of Scoops plans to open on May 1 and will … read more




























