The Kitsap Tourism Coalition, under its brand “Love Kitsap,” is raising the bar for tourism in Kitsap County. With the launch of the county’s first-ever Digital Countywide Exploration Guide, Interactive Maps and curated itineraries, the coalition is demonstrating a commitment to enhancing how visitors experience all that Kitsap County has to offer. As seen on […]
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Treasure Hunter Dinner and Live Auction
Hundreds of community members came out to celebrate and support youth at the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound’s annual Treasure Hunters Dinner & Auction in October. Hosted at Admiral Theatre in Bremerton, the event raised over $175,000 in support of youth from the Bremerton, North Mason and South Kitsap Boys & Girls […]
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Kitsap Farm Tour Draws Thousands
The 2nd Annual Kitsap Farm Tour in August allowed the public to visit 11 farms across Kitsap. The one-day, self-guided tour was a resounding success, drawing in over 2,000 attendees from across the county and beyond. Each site was an opportunity to experience the diverse offerings and activities Kitsap farms offer. Many sites also incorporated […]
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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 and relaunch. The day symbolized new beginnings, highlighted by a ceremonial tree […]
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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 Charity Foundation event.
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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.
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Silverdale Summer Concert Series
The Greater Kitsap Chamber and Visitors Center’s Third Annual Silverdale at Sunset Concert Series was attended by hundreds of people each summer Wednesday night to enjoy some of the area’s finest musical talents. The series kicked off with a vibrant performance by Malo Castro and WEPA, followed by Joel Gibson Jr., Victims of Love, The […]
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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 and serious at the same time. After her passing in the mid-’90s, […]
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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 families in need.