How does a nearly 120-year-old building become the center of a community, an arts center and a gathering place? Start with great architectural bones, a fascinating history and incredible financial support, and the result is the Port Gamble Theater. Let’s go back in time, way back to the days when the captains of Northwest industry […]
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5 Tips to Help Ensure a Happy and Safe Halloween
Between fun costumes and tasty treats, Halloween is one of the most anticipated nights of the year for many children. However, these precautions can be taken — by kids and parents alike — to help ensure an enjoyable, fun-filled time. Pick Proper Costumes Before Halloween, choose a costume that doesn’t pose safety risks. Look for […]
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Chef Erik Smith
Greenhouse Bar & Restaurant brings an upscale sensibility to dining in Gig Harbor. Offering a delightful menu featuring many Pacific Northwest sourced ingredients and a well-curated wine and cocktail selection, Greenhouse is Gig Harbor’s gathering place for celebrations or a great meal with friends and family. Owners are Erik (the chef) and Krystle Smith. Tell […]
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South Sound Parent Company Acquires West Sound Magazine
Premier Media Group, parent company of South Sound magazine, recently acquired West Sound magazine, a bimonthly lifestyle publication focused on the people, places, and homes located in the cities of Gig Harbor, Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, Port Orchard, and their surrounding areas on the Kitsap Peninsula. West Sound Magazine was founded by Lary and Dee Coppola […]
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South Sound Parent Company Acquires WestSound Magazine
Premier Media Group, parent company of South Sound magazine, recently acquired WestSound magazine, a bimonthly lifestyle publication focused on the people, places, and homes located in the cities of Gig Harbor, Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, Port Orchard, and their surrounding areas on the Kitsap Peninsula. WestSound Magazine was founded by Lary and Dee Coppola in 2005. […]
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The Wellness Effect of Curated Art
In recent years, wellness has expanded far beyond the gym or spa. It now lives in the architecture and atmosphere of the spaces we inhabit every day. As more clients seek tranquility and balance in their homes, art has taken on a new role — not just as décor but as a form of nourishment. […]
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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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The Future of Thrifting
That old Corningware dish that now sits outside as the dog’s water bowl — grab it up and dust it off, for it might be worth a couple of grand or more. Absurd? I also thought so, but am seeing many occurrences of outrageously priced vintage Corningware cookware. It got me thinking about future thrifting […]
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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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