What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and out of fashion, but you can make them a staple of your inner circle with recipes that are easier than they appear. Consider this Sourdough Starter, a seven-day process that may seem […]
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Seeds Galore
If you love to grow plants and vegetables from seed, this publication, “The Whole Seed Catalog,” is for you. The pictures are large and all in color, and the text is beautifully written. You’ll discover unique seeds from nine other countries as well as beautiful recipes. This is a book you’ll cherish, never toss away […]
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Kitsap Community Foundation
The Kitsap Community Foundation’s mission is to be “a catalyst for the greater good.” Founded in 1993 by local community leaders, the foundation partners with donors and others to invest in local nonprofits “to foster a more vibrant community for the benefit of all.” “We help every nonprofit from the food banks to the arts […]
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The Winery Alliance of Bainbridge Island Expands to Greater Kitsap, Rebrands
The Winery Alliance of Bainbridge Island, a longstanding organization representing the vibrant wineries of Bainbridge Island, is expanding significantly. For over 12 years, the alliance has been dedicated to promoting and supporting the six wineries nestled on Bainbridge Island. Now, the organization is broadening its scope to embrace wineries across the greater Kitsap Peninsula, ushering […]
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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 Shed Serving seasonal and local favorites along with all-time classics for 30-plus […]
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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 businesses and organizations around Kitsap. It was a record turnout post-pandemic and […]
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Recipe for Apple, Tomato and Goat Cheese Frittata
If you’re planning a full Mother’s Day celebration is on the menu, a frittata provides the best of both worlds, as it’s a filling meal that’s also easy to make – just let the oven do the work. This Apple, Tomato and Goat Cheese Frittata is no exception, as it calls for a handful of […]
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Technical Education Can Lead to a Fulfilling Career
A new year always conjures up the spirit of a fresh start. For those planning to enter the workforce or looking for a career change, now is the time to contemplate job opportunities. If you’re looking for a change of pace with your current job or trying to find the right career path, seeking technical […]
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Top 10 Annual Seeds to Sow this Spring to Make Your Garden and Containers Flowery
Do you want to make your garden or container plantings really flowery this year? If so, try adding some easy-to-grow annual seeds to your spring shopping list. Annuals are plants that complete their whole lifecycle in one growing season. You can plant the seeds either directly outside or you can start them inside, in little […]