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Nonprofit Spotlight

The Kitsap Regional Library Foundation

Washington State is gifted with almost 45,000 registered and legit not-for-profit organizations. Their missions are wide ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do so. For … read more

Community Scene - Great Peninsula Conservancy
Community Scene

2024 Conservation Celebration

Great Peninsula Conservancy’s 2024 Conservation Celebration was a night dedicated to honoring achievements in environmental stewardship and community engagement at the scenic Kiana Lodge. The event commenced with a welcome from Suquamish Tribal Chairman Leonard Forsman, emphasizing the importance of protecting the region’s … read more

Community Scene - Greater Kitsap Meeting
Community Scene

Greater Kitsap Chamber Annual Meeting

The Greater Kitsap Chamber and Visitor Center recently celebrated two years as a merged organization at its annual meeting in June. More than 130 members, community and elected officials attended. New and returning board members were sworn in by Kitsap County Commissioner Katie … read more

Community Scene - Leadership Kitsap
Community Scene

Leadership Kitsap’s Celebration of Leadership

At this year’s event at Kiana Lodge, the spotlight shone brightly on the graduation commencement of 26 newly minted community leaders from the Signature Program, each celebrated for their dedication and vision showcased through five impactful community service projects. The celebration also marked … read more

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2024 Fall Stand Down for Veterans Event

The Kitsap Area Veterans Alliance and Kitsap County Veterans Advisory Board are hosting the 2024 Fall Stand Down for Veterans Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28. The event will offer a wide range of activities and resources for … read more

Community Scene - Ride the Tide
Community Scene

Ride the Tide

Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Kitsap Peninsula National Water Trails designation with the “Ride the Tide” event, Kitsap County Commissioner Christine Rolfes joined over 100 paddlers on a scenic journey from Dyes Inlet at the Silverdale waterfront to Port Orchard Waterfront Park … read more

Community Scene - Olalla Lavender Festival
Community Scene

Olalla Lavender Festival

The new Olalla Lavender Festival, which took place in July, concluded with overwhelming success, drawing more than 1,300 visitors to the picturesque community of Olalla. The festival brought together local artisans, farmers, families and lavender enthusiasts for a memorable celebration of nature’s beauty. … read more

Community Scene - Hansville Garden Tour 2024
Community Scene

Hansville Garden Tour

The Annual Hansville Garden Tour took place in July. Six gardens were featured in this self-guided tour. This annual event benefits Hansville Helping Hands, which maintains the Hansville Cemetery and assists Hansville residents in need. Attendees delighted in touring Fat Turnip Farms, Lighthouse … read more

Community Scene Street Dance
Community Scene

35th Annual Street Dance

The 3rd of July Street Dance is one of Bainbridge Island’s largest downtown community events. There were three bands, a DJ, lots of scrumptious food and snacks and a beer and wine garden with local beverages, as well as fun for kids from … read more

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