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The right potting mix will help ornamental and edible plants thrive.

Selecting the Right Potting Mix for Your Plantings

As gardeners, it seems we are all looking for an ideal potting mix for our houseplants and containers. Like any gardening endeavor, a lot depends on what is available, the plants you’re growing and the type of maintenance you provide. That said, there … read more

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fritatta

Recipe for Apple, Tomato and Goat Cheese Frittata

If you’re planning a full Mother’s Day celebration is on the menu, a frittata provides the best of both worlds, as it’s a filling meal that’s also easy to make – just let the oven do the work. This Apple, Tomato and Goat … read more

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Sunflower “Bert from Benary.”

Top 10 Annual Seeds to Sow this Spring to Make Your Garden and Containers Flowery

Do you want to make your garden or container plantings really flowery this year? If so, try adding some easy-to-grow annual seeds to your spring shopping list. Annuals are plants that complete their whole lifecycle in one growing season. You can plant the … read more

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Apple Ricotta Crepes

Recipe for Apple Ricotta Crepes

There’s perhaps no better occasion to show off your kitchen skills than Mother’s Day, a perfect opportunity to turn the tables on mom and let her relax while you handle cooking duties. A homemade breakfast — or better yet, letting her sleep in … read more

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summer camp

How to Find the Right Summer Camp

With the days growing longer and warmer, securing a suitable camp for your child can feel like an impossible task. However, finding the perfect camp experience for your kid this summer doesn’t have to be daunting with these top 10 considerations. 1. Your … read more

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TCC

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Gig Harbor Poets

Tacoma Community College invites you to celebrate National Poetry Month with Poetry in the Harbor, a reading event and class featuring four area poets. The poets will share their work with the audience, then participate in a panel Q&A session where attendees learn … read more

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Mexican Cinnamon Cookies

Recipe for Kid-Friendly Mexican Cinnamon Cookies

Whether Cinco de Mayo means an opportunity to celebrate your family’s heritage or it’s simply an excuse to gather with the ones you love, every holiday truly is about the same thing: special moments together. While those treasured times at the table revolve … read more

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exercise for sleep

Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Rest

Did you know nearly 8 in 10 Americans are trying to improve their sleep this year? In a recent survey, nearly half ranked this goal as their number one priority. If getting better sleep is at the top of your list to improve … read more

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efficient heating

7 Ways to Reduce Home Energy Costs

When building your budget, utility bills — especially the electric bill — are likely one of your largest monthly expenditures. One of the biggest culprits: home heating and cooling, which account for more than half of the average American household’s annual energy consumption, … read more

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