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Featured Articles from the West Sound. These are the highlighted articles from WestSound Magazine.

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What to Know About This Year’s Chilly Hilly Bike Ride

Cyclists, check your calendars (and maybe your wool socks), because the Cascade Bicycle Club’s 54th annual Chilly Hilly Bike Ride is rolling out on Feb. 22. The day will kick off with a ferry ride across the Sound to Bainbridge Island, where a … read more

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Chick-fil-A Granted Gig Harbor Location Extension

Gig Harbor’s in-the-works Chick-fil-A location might be coming a little later than expected: Gig Harbor Now reported last week that the fast-food chain has been granted more time by the city to get paperwork in for its tentative building plans. The location will … read more

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The Old is Becoming New Again at The Found Market

Bremerton’s Kitsap County Fairgrounds are hosting on Feb. 27-28 The Found Market, a home decor-centered event touting vintage, repurposed, and gathered furniture; wares from local artisans; and more from a lineup of more than 70 curators. Presented by Josephine’s Mercantile and Valley Vintage … read more

Carved by Nature
Garden Structures

Carved by Nature

A French-Inspired Garden Pavilion and Fireplace

Throughout Sam and Karen Brindley’s Indianola home and garden, acanthus leaves appear on lamps, andirons, mirrors, and various furniture. “Acanthus leaves are a theme in my décor,” Karen Brindley said. “So, when local craftsmen designed and built an outdoor pavilion and stone fireplace, … read more

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What to Know About Poulsbo’s Valisblót Tradition

On Feb. 14, Poulsbo Sons of Norway is celebrating Valisblót, the Norse tradition commemorating renewal, the changing of the seasons, and love. The family-friendly festivities will begin at sunset, around 6 p.m., on Poulsbo’s Front Street. The Sons of Norway was established in … read more

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Russell Family Foundation Introduces Latest Jane’s Fellowship Program Cohort

Gig Harbor’s Russell Family Foundation has announced the latest cohort of this year’s Jane’s Fellowship Program. Since 2004, the Jane’s Fellowship Program has provided a year-long curriculum that seeks to uplift community-rooted leaders across Pierce County working on a wide range of local … read more

Worth the Wait
Life: Sip & Savor

Worth the Wait

How Barrel Aging Shapes Wine and Whiskey Character

It’s that time of year to reach for winter’s most comforting companions: a glass of full-bodied red wine or a richly layered craft whiskey. But what gives these soul-warming sips their depth, complexity, and velvety texture? The answer lies in the barrel. In … read more

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Port Orchard Has a New Pottery Studio

South Kitsap resident and artist Teri Erasmus recently opened The Bisque, a new pottery studio on Bay Street in Port Orchard. “Our goal is to bring together those that have been looking for community and connection with others,” Erasmus recently told Kitsap Daily. … read more

Raise the Paws
Life, Love, West Sound

Raise the Paws

Kitsap is a Paradise for the dogs

With 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 or just cozy up with a snack on a patio, … read more

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