Bremerton’s world wonder, yet to be noticed: On the concrete back wall of the 7-11 store at 6th Street and Park Avenue is a 50-foot, life-like forest mural. Across the alley, the mural continues on the back wall of another concrete wall that spans 100 feet. Unfortunately, few realize that the impressive art exists. It […]
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Enjoying a Saturday at the Port Orchard Gallery Walk
Last summer was a bummer. It seemed that all the Kitsap County gallery walks and festivals were on a first Friday of the month, so attendance was severely divided. Happy to say, “Not so this summer.” My husband, Earl, and I decided to take in Port Orchard’s Art Walk, which is the first Saturday of […]
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7 Seas Brewing Celebrates Fifth Anniversary with Music, Food and Brews
Gig Harbor’s 7 Seas Brewing has been a destination since its opening five years ago. The tap room is a busy place any time of the year — but this Saturday, 7 Seas will give fans a real party between noon and 8 p.m. (21 and over only). To celebrate its anniversary, the brewery is […]
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Bremerton’s Fisherman Statue Warmed Its Way into People’s Hearts
There was immediate controversy. I cringed. I was told the imagery of a fisherman, costing thousands of dollars, was not made by a local artist and it would be installed a few feet from my art gallery’s front door at 4th Street and Pacific Avenue in downtown Bremerton. Like the three hear-no-evil, see-no-evil, say-no-evil monkeys, […]
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Port Gamble celebrates Independence Day with Americana
There will be plenty of fireworks in Port Gamble for Independence Day, but why stop there? On July 4-6, the picturesque town will host Old Mill Days Americana, a festival that will include a lumberjack show, chainsaw carving competitions, music, ice sculptures, food and craft vendors — the list goes on. The buzz of chainsaws […]
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Roses are Blooming in West Sound
Have you thought about growing a few roses or just been wondering which types of roses might be successful in your garden? This Sunday, June 29, the Kitsap County Rose Society will host a Rose Show in Silverdale at the Community Center, next to Walgreens, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You will see all […]
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The Secret World of Tourism in Bremerton
Old timers like me wouldn’t believe it either if I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes. Bremerton, a tourist magnet — really? Many of the old Navy town natives who watched the demise haven’t been back for years. When they do make that downtown return, they are surprised at the new look. Even more […]
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Gig Harbor Farmers Market Evolution Leads to Indoor Location
It’s been a bit like musical chairs for the Gig Harbor Farmers Market during the last two decades, and 2014 is no different. But this time, the new location for the popular Saturday market is a great fit. And hopefully, a permanent one. Welcome to the new and improved Gig Harbor Farmers Market, now operating […]
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Volunteers Needed for Beach Cleanup at New Harper Pier Site
The Harper Pier in Manchester was once a booming Mosquito Fleet destination. In the automobile era, the maritime traffic has dwindled, but the pier continued to be popular with boaters and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The historic pier had to be demolished last year because it became unsafe — but soon, the community will get its […]