Several West Sound museums have joined the Blue Star Museums program to offer free admission this summer to all active-duty military personnel and their families. The program is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of … read more

It’s not an unusual sight to see filmmakers in Bremerton. The old, haunting downtown alleys are captivating visuals, along with sidewalks that partner with the old, commercial storefronts, many vacant for years. It has been 24 years since I opened an art gallery … read more

As golf enthusiasts anticipate June’s U.S. Open at Chambers Bay in University Place, many are looking to score a hole-in-one with sought-after tickets. As an alternative to buying tickets directly from the sporting event organizer, some fans turn to ticket resellers. You may … read more

The Gig Harbor Street Scramble returns to Skansie Brothers Park (3207 Harborview Drive) in downtown Gig Harbor on Saturday on May 23 beginning at 10 a.m. This free, family event marks the official kick-off for summer and outdoor fun in Gig Harbor. The … read more

The Kitsap community “stunned” organizers of Kitsap Great Give last year, donating more than $500,000 in 24 hours to 200 local organizations. This year, the ante is up — the goal is to raise $750,000, some of which will be matched by sponsors. … read more

Garden sales are a great way to stock up on new plants while also supporting the local garden clubs and other nonprofits. Here’s the plant sales we have been notified about for this year: April 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friends … read more

Martha & Mary has been an integral part of the Kitsap community, providing programs and services for residents young and old, for 120 years. Like many other local nonprofits, the organization relies on the generosity of the community it serves. On April 26, … read more

Kites over Kingston is a colorful, lighthearted celebration of spring where participants can either bring and fly their own kites or simply watch the sky fill with spiraling color. Come to the Mike Wallace Park on Saturday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to … read more

Rice Fergus Miller Architecture, based in Bremerton, has teamed up with Power Trip Energy of Port Townsend for a free, monthly “brown-bag lunch” lecture series starting this month. The discussions, hosted at the Rice Fergus Miller office in downtown Bremerton, will feature various … read more