People & Places

West Sound has an incredible number of talented artists, interesting people, fascinating places and popular destinations. We love to share their stories with our readers. These articles are only a sample of what we have in WestSound Magazine each issue — subscribe to the print version to see all of what we have to offer!

Unsung Hero - Jason Driver
Unsung Hero

Jason Driver

The Kitsap Regional Library, with head offices in Bremerton, is a vibrant and essential community resource, consisting of nine branches and a mobile services unit located throughout Kitsap County. Library Director Jason Driver assumed his role in February 2022 and has since helped … read more

Community Scene - Vista Gardens
Community Scene

Vista Gardens Fall Gathering

Vista Gardens recently hosted Fall Gathering, uniting community leaders, local business owners, volunteers and garden enthusiasts. This special event introduced the new executive director, Baqi Kopelman, who shared his vision for the future of Vista Gardens and officially kicked off the garden’s rebrand … read more

Purdy Cost Less Pharmacy

A Family Pharmacy that Loves Community

Most people cannot remember a time when doctors made house calls and prescriptions were delivered for a sick child or grandparent. It kinda goes back to the day when there was a thing called a “party line;” a child could pick up the … read more

2024 Harbor Hounds TOP DOG, Malfoy
Community Scene

Harbor Hounds

Community dog festival and fundraiser at Skansie Park in Gig Harbor celebrated 20 years of doing doggone good. Attendees enjoyed vendors, contents, games, food trucks, scavenger hunt, music, prizes and more. Harbor Hounds is a Rotary Club of Gig Harbor Midday and Midday … read more

Blue Heron Jewelry Company

Blue Heron Jewelry Company

Megan Cooper uses her Poulsbo jewelry store, Blue Heron Jewelry Co., to bring the best to her clients and her staff. Cooper says that she loves “everything about jewelry.” Her passion for it began when she was still in high school. “I went … read more

Community Scene - Summer Gratitude Gathering
Community Scene

Summer Gratitude Gathering

An evening of connection and community was at the Hood Canal Vista Pavilion for members of the Kitsap Community Foundation — as a token of appreciation for promoting the greater good in our community. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages were served. … read more

Cake Studio
Delightful Temptations

Artisanal Creations with Mexican Flavors

The Godines Guzman and Montes family began with a bakery in Mexico and is continuing with a bakery in Poulsbo. Cake Studio: Mexican Bakery (Cake Studio Panaderia Mexicana) in Poulsbo is owned and operated by Luis Montes; his wife, Liliana Godines Guzman; and … read more

Helen Norris Annual Open Show

Winners of the Helen Norris Annual Open Show

She was one of my best friends. You know, the ones with whom you can talk forever and solve the world’s problems. Helen Norris was one of the Sidney Art Gallery and Museum’s first instigators back in the ’70s. Her dedication was fun … read more

Community Scene - Bremerton Foodline
Community Scene

Bridging the Gap

Bremerton Foodline’s first-ever Bridging the Gap Breakfast was a tremendous success, raising over $75,000 with donations still rolling in. Attendees enjoyed a delicious meal while learning about Bremerton Foodline’s impact on our community. The funds raised will help provide thousands of meals to … read more

Pony Up Rescue for Equines
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