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Olalla American Music Festival

Let the Music Move You at Music Festivals this Summer

In case you haven’t already snagged tickets to Glastonbury, Lollapalooza, Coachella or Montreux this year, there’s still time to find that special venue that will not only add to your quality of life but may in some cases change it forever. Music festivals … read more

Semiahmoo

Destination Semiahmoo

An activity-packed gem on the Canadian border

Imagine you were tasked with locating and building a destination resort in the Pacific Northwest. Would you seek a location on the expansive Salish Sea or on a peaceful bay? Would you seek a location that has dramatic mountain sunrises or one that … read more

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Alana Mignano, Armathia Bolles, Ashley Dunlap

Eleven Winery to Change Ownership

The future owners of Eleven Winery will be a trio of current employees: Alana Mignano, general manager; Ashley Dunlap, tasting room and events manager; and Armathia Bolles, winemaker. “We have formed a partnership that gives them full operational authority, effective immediately,” said founder … read more

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Midday steward Jill Dabbs out to stock her pantry. Stewards have custom shirts to share what they do.

Rotary Club’s ‘Little Food Pantry’ Project Begins Fourth Year

The Rotary Club of Gig Harbor Midday “Little Food Pantry Project” embarks on its fourth year providing emergency food, thanks in part to a UD5020 District Matching Grant. The grant provided a total of $3,000 for purchasing food to supplement donation and fundraising … read more

Gates-Paauw

The Past Meets the New

Jack Paauw and Susan Gates transformed their 1938...

After living on Mercer Island for 35 years, Jack Paauw and Susan Gates were ready to make a move. For a few years, Paauw had been commuting to a Kitsap-based job on the fast ferry, so he couldn’t wait for a shorter commute. … read more

Best Of West Sound 2024

Best of West Sound Results 2024

WestSound Magazine presents the annual Best of West Sound results for 2024! Entries have been submitted from Bainbridge Island all the way to Gig Harbor. On this page we’ve listed the businesses and places you love the most. Enjoy! Best Seafood Restaurant Boat … read more

Community Scene Military Appreciation
Community Scene

Military Appreciation Day

The 2024 Military Appreciation Day event was a big hit with the community in March. The Kitsap County Fairground Pavilion was filled with families as the Greater Kitsap Chamber welcomed more than 1,400 people to celebrate the military community and to learn about … read more

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The right potting mix will help ornamental and edible plants thrive.

Selecting the Right Potting Mix for Your Plantings

As gardeners, it seems we are all looking for an ideal potting mix for our houseplants and containers. Like any gardening endeavor, a lot depends on what is available, the plants you’re growing and the type of maintenance you provide. That said, there … read more

Heidi Groothuis
Young Entrepreneurs

Heidi Groothuis

Heidi Groothuis is the young owner of Heidi Lou Cosmetics inside Pink Purr Couture Lash Lounge and Permanent Jewelry in Bremerton. Permanent makeup is “using a tattooing technique to achieve some kind of cosmetic effect, like eyeliner, lipstick or eyebrows,” Groothuis explains. She … read more

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