Chef and owner Nathan Ryan has a dream to put Kitsap on the culinary map with his vision at his Silverdale restaurant, FAFO Kitchen. Since September 2024, he has been offering a Saturday Date Night “prix fixe” menu that features a tomahawk steak that he helps the diners carve at their table. It’s a night […]
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Tails and Trails on the Kitsap Peninsula
The Kitsap Peninsula is an especially pet-friendly place to visit and explore. With loads of dog parks, pet-friendly accommodations, trails and parks that welcome well-behaved dogs and cats, locals and visitors alike are sure to find an adventure that they and their animal companions will love. From the sandy, driftwood-strewn beach of Point No Point […]
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A Little, Brown Bird with a Big, Unique Voice
Binoculars and field guides are useful tools for visually identifying birds. Birding-by-ear skills are just as important, as birds are often heard before being seen. Thankfully, modern technology makes this easy with apps that feature multiple bird sounds, such as songs, contact calls and alarm calls. Apps should not be used in the field to […]
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2024 KBA Annual Awards
The annual Kitsap Building Association’s (KBA) awards celebrate the achievements of members who have gone above and beyond in their craft, their community and their contributions to the industry. The KBA was privileged to have so many talented and passionate individuals and companies nominated. The winners in seven categories were as follows:
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An Introduction: Dahlias 101
Many gardeners consider the dahlia to be the iconic flower for the late summer and fall garden. Hardy to USDA Zones 8 and above, dahlias do best in well-drained soil and excel in sunny locations. With over 36 species and more than 57,000 cultivars, this genus has an incredible range of flower size and shape. […]
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Mason County Historical Museum
On this day, husband Earl and I were headed to the Mason County Historical Museum in Shelton. Earl grew up in the Tahuya, North Mason area, where kids were always finding old arrowheads and carving implements on the beaches. He had four of the indigenous arrowheads that had been stored away for some 60 years, […]
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Parades Are a Living Expression of Community
There’s something magical about a parade — standing on the sidewalk in anticipation, flanked by fellow parade-goers in a tangle of low-rise lawn chairs, the scene mirrored across the street. In the distance, you hear the rhythmic tapping of drumlines warming up and short bursts of scales from trumpets and trombones. Crowd chatter builds, carried […]
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Coppertop Triangle
Nestled in the Coppertop Business Park on Bainbridge Island, the Coppertop Triangle is a hidden gem for adult beverage enthusiasts. This unique destination brings together three exceptional producers — Bainbridge Organic Distillers, Bainbridge Brewing and Fletcher Bay Winery — each offering a distinct experience that celebrates craftsmanship and the island’s rich flavors. Whether you’re a […]
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Bremerton Selected as Seattle FWC26 Fan Zone for FIFA World Cup
FIFA World Cup is coming to Seattle in 2026, and Bremerton is an official “Seattle FWC26 Fan Zone.” Bremerton is one of nine locations across the state that the Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Local Organizing Committee (SeattleFWC26) has partnered with to host fan zones, in addition to the Seattle Fan Celebration hosted at the […]