The Garden
For the Love of Flowers
The Gig Harbor Flower Farmers Guild blooms...Perhaps you have seen their farmstands. Dotted down the backroads and tucked into neighborhoods, flower farms are proliferating around West Sound and growing into a unified local industry. The Northwest climate is similar...
The Home
Incredible Kitchens Summer/Fall 2024
The kitchen is the heart of our homes. We no longer simply prepare our meals there. It’s a place for doing homework, working remotely and gathering with friends and family. Everyone wants a...
Food & Entertainment
The Evolving World of Boxed Wines
In the realm of wine, the notion of boxed vino has come a long way from the days of subpar quality and questionable taste. Gone are the times when boxed wine was considered...
People & Places
Leadership Kitsap Celebrates 20 Under 40 Awards
Leadership Kitsap hosted the 20 Under 40 Awards Program at the Kitsap Conference Center in January, recognizing 20 exceptional business and civic leaders under the age of 40 who are making a great...
Recipes for Easter Cake Pops and Sugar Cookies
Holiday hams and deviled eggs may take center stage at Easter gatherings, but edible crafts offer a reminder of the magic of the season that’s found in moments spent together. Simple recipes that call for a dose of creativity are perfect ways to … read more
For the Love of Flowers
The Gig Harbor Flower Farmers Guild blooms into...Perhaps you have seen their farmstands. Dotted down the backroads and tucked into neighborhoods, flower farms are proliferating around West Sound and growing into a unified local industry. The Northwest climate is similar to the most well-known flower-growing areas in Europe (think: the … read more
The Evolving World of Boxed Wines
In the realm of wine, the notion of boxed vino has come a long way from the days of subpar quality and questionable taste. Gone are the times when boxed wine was considered the bottom shelf of the wine aisle, hidden away from … read more
Leadership Kitsap Celebrates 20 Under 40 Awards
Leadership Kitsap hosted the 20 Under 40 Awards Program at the Kitsap Conference Center in January, recognizing 20 exceptional business and civic leaders under the age of 40 who are making a great impact in business, philanthropy and their communities. Carli Meurs, executive … read more
Fishline
Kitsap and Jefferson County Nonprofits — With the...Washington state is a flood with almost 45,000 registered and legit not-for-profit organizations. Their missions are wide ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do so. … read more
Recipe for St. Patrick’s Day Open-Face Sandwiches
Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch, snack time or even as an appetizer for get-togethers with friends and family. Layered with a … read more
Incredible Kitchens Summer/Fall 2024
The kitchen is the heart of our homes. We no longer simply prepare our meals there. It’s a place for doing homework, working remotely and gathering with friends and family. Everyone wants a stunning kitchen, but remember that it’s a functional space as … read more
Bringing in Spring with a Vibrant, Versatile Warbler
Springtime means birdsong. As frosty mornings give way to budding leaves, singing songbirds are a harbinger of winter’s departure and the arrival of spring. Year-round species such as American robins, Pacific wrens and song sparrows are among the first to belt out their … read more
Fish, Frogs & Frolic
The Tahuya Community Club started in 1973 with monthly meetings, guest speakers and community services. Raised in Tahuya, Earl Sande was guest speaker at a recent club meeting. He discussed growing up in Tahuya and shared excerpts from his book, “Fish, Frogs & … read more