A little-known fact, outside the world of birding, is that there is no such bird as a “seagull.” Rather, the term “seagull” is an informal name given to any member of the Laridae (Greek for “ravenous seabird”) family. Gulls, as they are correctly called, are most closely related to terns. They hold little interest to […]
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Posted inAt Home
Savor the Chilly Season Favorite: the Stew
Editor’s note: This excerpt was adapted from “Cooking from Scratch: 120 Recipes from Colorful, Seasonal Food from PCC Markets,” recently released from Sasquatch Books. Used by permission. In the Pacific Northwest, when we experience several straight months of cool, overcast weather, it pays to be good friends with the soup pot. A classic simmering stew […]
Posted inCommunity News
Learn about Kitsap 4-H Clubs — Oct. 13 at Kitsap Mall
Kitsap County 4-H Clubs kick off their new year and a special partnership with the Kitsap Mall at a Welcome to 4-H! event from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 at the Kitsap Mall, 10315 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale. Learn more about 4-H, which is so much more than cows and plows — and […]
Posted inFood & Entertainment
The Loft at Poulsbo has Something for Everyone
Waterfront dining is always popular, but even more so when the food is “fresh, local and delicious,” as The Loft in Poulsbo proclaims on the front cover of the crisp-white menu. Chef Michael Bucholz believes that food should be made from scratch, using fresh, local and organic ingredients whenever available, as the seasons allow. He […]
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Tips for Addressing Depression in Seniors
Depression in older adults is a serious concern. The National Institute of Mental Health considers depression in the elderly to be a major public-health problem. It is estimated that in the United States, 6 million persons aged 65 and older suffer from depression, yet just 10 percent of those seniors are being treated. Seniors are […]
Posted inGarden
Perfect Plants for Your Waterside Gardening
West Sound residents seldom forget how fortunate they are to be surrounded by water. Thousands of miles of shoreline influence everyday activities, especially for those lucky enough to be the stewards of waterfront property. The thought of a seaside garden conjures up romance, fun, beauty, sunshine, children laughing, friends sharing stories around a fire — […]
Posted inAround West Sound
Fiber-Arts Show Showcases Local Artists and Craftsmen
If you enjoy fiber arts and locally made crafts, plan to visit the Longbranch Improvement Club on the Key Peninsula on Oct. 6. This The unique, historic clubhouse located about 30 miles south of Gig Harbor will once again host the annual Fiber Arts Show. The popular event is part of the annual Key Peninsula […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
Why Gardening Helps Preserve Our Planet
Editor’s note: Albers Vista Gardens is a West Sound treasure that demonstrates how to garden sustainably and preserve flora and fauna. This excerpt was adapted from Albers Vista Gardens’ founder John J. Albers’ book, “The Northwest Garden Manifesto: Create, Restore, and Maintain a Sustainable Yard” (Mountaineers Books, December 2017, used with permission). For millions of […]
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A Garden of Collections
Gesturing toward a newly planted and bark-covered bed on a sunny slope, Larry Bender said, “It had been a place where I just threw things. I just dug the whole thing up and cleaned it up.” What did he plant there? “Mainly rhodies; but things I collect a lot.” “Collect a lot” is the key […]