As many know, pollinators are crucial to healthy local ecosystems and on Jan. 24 and Feb. 19, the City of Poulsbo is hosting classes at its Recreation Center on how to transform one’s backyard into a pollinator haven. Kathryn Owen, an ambassador for the Xerces Society of Invertebrate Conservation, will teach attendees about the types […]
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Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra Hosts Strings Class for Elementary and Middle School Students
Elementary and middle school students have the chance to learn violin, viola, or cello, at Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra’s “Beginner Strings” program that started in September. The program teaches kids in a group setting once a week on Thursdays at Bethany Lutheran Church. Students will learn note reading, rhythmic foundations, how to play alongside one […]
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David Nihill Bringing the Laughs to Vashon Island
Award-winning Irish comedian and writer David Nihill is making a stop at the Vashon Center for the Arts for one night only as part of his “Taking Tangents” tour. The Feb. 5 performance starts at 7:30 p.m., where avid traveler Nihill will discuss his adventures, cultural observations, and general confusions that come with the territory […]
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The Sweet Sounds of the Poulsbo Blues and Jazz Festival
The locally beloved Poulsbo Blues and Jazz Festival is making its return to downtown — otherwise known as “Little Norway” — from Feb. 27-28, with a lineup that includes 23 different bands. Acts include, at the Poulsbo Rotary Club-benefiting event, Bell Bottom Blues, Lady A, Di and the Blue Hearts, and several more; the weekend’s […]
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Zero-Emission Incentive Program Nears Launch
The state is close to launching a new incentive program for commercial fleet operators to transition trucks and other vehicles to models powered by electric or hydrogen, the Washington State Standard recently reported. This spring, the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program, also known as WAZIP, is expected to launch, the article said. The program is designed […]
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NWMLS: Inventory Continues to Rise as Buyer Demand Remains Constrained
The housing market in December closely mirrored conditions seen in October and November, continuing a pattern of rising inventory and softening prices, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported late Tuesday for the 27 Washington counties in its service area. Both Pierce and Thurston counties recorded more total active listings, up 23.7% and 54.4%, respectively, from […]
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Clare Dunis Named as Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance Director
The Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance has named Clare Dunis as its new executive director, Gig Harbor Now recently reported. Dunis, who starts in the role on Jan. 9, succeeds Carrianne Ekberg, who led the organization for nearly three years. An Australian who grew up in Melbourne, Dunis currently serves as the organization’s special projects […]
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Roxy
Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 at the Roxy in Bremerton, which is hosting its New Year’s celebrations from 7 p.m.-12 a.m. on Dec. 31. Starting the night will be a 7-9 p.m. kickoff with DJ Joe Frank at Quincy Square. This part of the event is free and open for everybody to […]
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Adult Improv Classes at Poulsbo’s Jewel Box Theatre
Learn the art of “yes, and” at the next session of adult improv classes at Poulsbo’s Jewel Box Theatre coming Feb. 15. Hosted through March 22, the classes are reserved for those ages 18 and up and will run each Sunday 5-7 p.m. The class, which costs $246 a person, concludes with a Friends and […]