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 a world of instant gratification, barrel aging is a slow art. Whether […]
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Posted inCommunity News
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. “Pottery has a way of connecting people in the best way.” Erasmus […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Raise the Paws
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, here are some great spots for you and your furry friend to […]
Posted inThe Garden
A Ruckus on the Water
West Sound waterways host the most birds in winter. Thousands of geese, ducks, loons, and grebes spend the nonbreeding season here before returning to Arctic breeding grounds in spring. But one species is unique in that it doesn’t fall into any of the aforementioned categories. Birders are sometimes asked what kind of duck is black […]
Posted inCommunity News
What to Know About Peninsula Community Health Services’ New Bainbridge Island Clinic
Peninsula Community Health Services late last month opened a new behavioral health intervention clinic in downtown Winslow on Bainbridge Island. Founded in 1987, PCHS serves the Kitsap, Mason, and rural Pierce County areas. A team of 350 serves more than 40,000 patients. The new Bainbridge Island clinic will provide primary care and behavioral health services […]
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Bremerton is Getting Taken Over by Pirates Next Month
“Pirates” are coming to Bremerton’s Quincy Square on Feb. 28 as part of the new Bremerton Pirate Festival. The festival’s organizer, Esther Chilcutt, a Kenmore resident with experience organizing events and conventions, created the event with the simple idea of bringing families and neighbors together. From there, the idea evolved into an event filled with […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Collective Visions Gallery Juried Art Show Celebrates 19 Years
It can be difficult for artists to get a foot in a gallery door. Bremerton’s Collective Visions Gallery fosters accessibility by creating a space specifically for — and run by — local artists. Featuring work from more than 25 Puget Sound artists, the Collective Visions Gallery has been part of the Bremerton community for more […]
Posted inThe Home
Inside a Next-Level Gig Harbor Garage
Mark Johnson is a third-generation real estate agent who dreamed of building a beautiful family home. Part of his vision featured a sweet over-the-top garage and office. One of his main clients in real estate is Zetterberg Custom Homes & Remodeling. “I used to say the worst part about doing an open house in a […]
Posted inAround West Sound
The Tacoma Home + Garden Show Highlights
The annual Tacoma Home + Garden Show at the Tacoma Dome is the unofficial sign that longer spring days are around the corner. Get inspired as you meander through huge and elaborate display gardens that make you feel like you are in a secret garden. Tour model homes and plan your next kitchen and bath […]
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