Cicero once said, “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” Those words still ring true today and are especially applicable to the Gig Harbor Garden Tour. For the last 16 years, the tour has dedicated its profits to helping people of all ages gain the gift of literacy. When […]
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Get Ready for West Sound’s Festival Season
The sunshine is finally here to stay — and just in time for the launch of West Sound’s lineup of community festivals. Gig Harbor’s Maritime Gig and Poulsbo’s Viking Fest are behind us. But there are still plenty of celebrations left on the schedule as the summer is about to officially begin. First up is […]
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Bainbridge In Bloom
The Bainbridge Island Arts & Humanities Council is celebrating creativity at the 2014 Bainbridge in Bloom garden tour. Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on July 11 – 12, the event features exquisite gardens and live music throughout the tour. Highlight of this year’s Bloom is the studio and gardens of renowned landscape painter Gayle […]
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Lisa Stirrett Glass Art Studio Marks Anniversary with Special Event
Building community is the highest priority for the Lisa Stirrett Glass Art Studio, according to Silverdale artist and founder Lisa Stirrett. The studio’s anniversary party on June 20 will launch the team’s newest venture. Personally, Lisa’s focus has included both her local and global communities. Now, she has found a way for her art and […]
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Bremerton Marina Plans Busy Weekend to Mark National Marina Day
The Bremerton Marina will join other marinas from around the country on June 14 to celebrate National Marina Day. It’s a day to both celebrate boating and give nonboaters a sneak peek at the boating lifestyle. Because of the event’s success last year, this year organizers have extended it to start with Friday evening on […]
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Wings & Wheels rolls into Narrows Airport July 6
Wings & Wheels is back in Gig Harbor this July and organizers say this popular family event will bring back the same fun as in previous years, and more. Presented by USAA, the event includes a classic car show, jet car, vintage warbirds, live music and plenty of food. The Hub at Gig Harbor, which […]
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A Visit to ‘The Little City by the Sea’
Kingston is an enticing destination on a warm weekend for anyone looking to “get away” without driving far. Shopping and dining are among the main attractions but the gorgeous views and the proximity to various parks and other recreational opportunities make Kingston a serious competitor to other local charmers. Once a booming lumber town, Kingston […]