Washington state is gifted with almost 45,000 registered and legit non-for-profit organizations. Their missions are wide ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do so. For many residents, the nonprofit world can seem like a confusing, amorphous bag […]
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Posted inAt Home
Recipe for Patriotic Candy Poppers
Break out the red, white and blue and (safely) set off your favorite fireworks — it’s almost time to honor America’s birthday. Along with all the booms and blasts, make sure your crowd is satisfied with one of the country’s most beloved snack foods and a true firecracker in the kitchen: popcorn. Celebrated for its […]
Posted inThe Outdoors
Outdoor Play Each Day Will Help Keep the Screens Away
It’s difficult to distance ourselves from screens; they follow us everywhere — in the car, into stores, at restaurants and all around our houses. Children often become reliant on screens for entertainment, and parents sometimes use screens as a distraction. While there’s high-quality, educational digital content available, even too much of a good thing can […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
How to Plant a Meadowscape for Natural Beauty
Are you tired of spending every Saturday mowing your lawn instead of relaxing in the garden? Was your last water bill higher than your car payment? Would you rather spend money on pretty plants for the garden — instead of fertilizer for the lawn? And — do you worry about the environmental impact when lawns […]
Posted inAt Home
Recipe for Peanut Butter Cookie Banana Pudding
Put delicious desserts back on the menu all summer long with savory favorites that don’t call for wasting sunny days in the kitchen. Single-serve solutions are perfect for sharing with guests, whether you’re hosting a pool party or calling over loved ones for a backyard barbecue. This Peanut Butter Cookie Banana Pudding can be prepped […]
Posted inCommunity News
WestSound’s Dee Coppola Featured on BKAT’s ‘Engaging Kitsap’
Colleen Miko, host the “Engaging Kitsap” program produced by Bremerton-Kitsap Access Television (BKAT), recently interviewed Dee Coppola, founding editorial director of WestSound magazine and owner of Wet Apple Media. Dee highlighted how the magazine got started and why it has been successful for 19 years. “We’ve become such a part of the community,” she said. […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
Grow Fast, Fun and Easy Microgreens
Have fun growing some delicious and nutritious microgreens on your kitchen counter, in a sunny window or under lights any time of the year. In as little as a week to 10 days, you’ll be making your first harvest to use as a garnish, snack or add to your favorite sandwich or salad. Simply purchase […]
Posted inAt Home
Recipe for Country Caramel Apples
Perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying after a long day at the office, easy snacks with a few ingredients can help satisfy cravings without spoiling dinner plans. Versatile produce, like apples, provide a sweet, fruity backdrop in favorite recipes that can be enjoyed year-round. Take these Country Caramel Apples, for example, which include apples, caramel […]
Posted inAt Home
How the Inflation Reduction Act and Simple Steps Can Boost Energy Savings This Summer
As Americans prepare to spend more cold cash to stay cool this summer, it’s more important than ever to learn how to leverage the benefits of The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Combining these offerings with some simple tips and tricks will help optimize energy-efficiency and minimize utility bills this summer and all year-round. The […]