The homeowners bought their house in 2009 and had discussed the idea of a home theater for a long time. Here’s how they brought it to life.
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Decorate Your Way to a Howling Good Halloween
Costumes and candy may be mainstays of Halloween, but decorating is a fun way to set the mood and add a little extra excitement in the weeks leading up to the holiday. These spooktacular ideas can help dial up the drama and delight for all ages. Pumpkins aplenty: A traditional glowing jack-o’-lantern may be one […]
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Cinnamon-Pecan Streusel Coffee Cake
You can delight nearly any guest with this cake that delivers a mild sweetness and crunchy topping. Serve it warm with a side of ice cream or a light dusting of powdered sugar. Find more dessert recipes at Culinary.net. Cinnamon-Pecan Streusel Coffee Cake Recipe adapted from Wilton Ingredients: Topping: Cake: Instructions: Heat oven to 350ºF. […]
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A Big Ol’ Barn Dance
In August, Soroptimist of Greater North Kitsap hosted a Big Ol’ Barn Dance fundraiser to continue its presence in the North Kitsap area in assisting women and girls in the local community through educational grants and scholarships. Billed as a “Good Time for a Good Cause,” this successful event drew over 140 people to Red […]
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Long Lake Garden Club
Long Lake Garden Club, Port Orchard, celebrated 90 years in July at Adventure of Faith Church. Entertainment was Lesley Niemi and Courtney Turnley, soloists from Western Washington Center for the Arts, who sang a medley of songs. Edy Thornton led a Vintage Fashion Show with members of the club as models. The event was chaired […]
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Caramel Apple Wraps
Snack time just got a bit sweeter. These wraps are so simple to make that even kids can enjoy putting them together. For more snack recipes, visit culinary.net. Caramel Apple Wraps Recipe adapted from Milk Means More. Ingredients: 3 large apples, any kind 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup fat-free vanilla […]
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Mississippi Mud Cake
Delight the chocolate lovers in your family with this easy recipe for a Southern classic like Mississippi Mud Cake. Find more sweet recipes at Culinary.net. Mississippi Mud Cake Ingredients: Instructions: Heat oven to 350ºF. Grease 13-by-9-by-2-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, using electric mixer on low speed, combine cake mix, water, oil, peanut butter […]
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Olalla Bay Market
Most people know that Washington became formally recognized as a state in 1889 and members of the Puyallup, Skokomish and Suquamish tribes had thriving communities in and around the Kitsap Peninsula for thousands of years prior to immigrant settlement. Yet, how many people think about what places like Port Orchard, Poulsbo or Olalla were like […]
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Celebration of Philanthropy
Kitsap Community Foundation hosted its annual Kitsap Celebration of Philanthropy in June at Suquamish Clearwater Casino & Resort, gathering 300 community members to honor 32 years of giving throughout Kitsap County. The event spotlighted five outstanding honorees: McCloud’s Grill House — Business Making a Difference; Reyna Blackwood, youth activist — Rising Star Youth; Jim Aho, […]