Learn about the mysterious world of the pinto abalone (Haliotis kamtschatkana) at this month’s Cocktails and FishTales, Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Ocean5. The pinto abalone is a species of marine snail found in the kelp forests and rocky reefs of the Salish Sea, where they play an important role in the ecosystem. They clean the
Every year, the Gig Harbor City Council reviews fees for everything from dog licenses to renting city-owned facilities, from business license fees to building permits. On Monday, Sept.9 the council will consider updating fees to recoup the costs of processing each permit, license or service. The new schedule is based on the time it takes
The annual Race for a Soldier takes place Sunday, September 8. Since 2011, the race has raised funds for the Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation. The foundation supports military veterans and first responders suffering from PTSD and traumatic brain injuries suffered in the line of duty. The race is always held on the weekend nearest
As summer winds down, so do many summertime activities. Outdoor concerts, the waterfront farmers market and other events will soon pack-up for the year as kids return to school (Sept. 3 in the Peninsula School District) and the season shifts to autumn. But there are still plenty of things to do, places to go, sights
Get an up-close view of the workings of the Tacoma Narrows Airport during the second annual Airport Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24. The free, family-friendly event begins with a ceremony by Peninsula High School’s NROTC color guard. Activities include STEM experiences for kids, hands-on displays, aircraft fly-bys, informational booths, food
There’s music to fit ’most every mood on this week’s dance card. The Olalla Americana Music Festival brings traditional American music — incorporating elements of country, rock, folk, blues and bluegrass — to South Kitsap County from 11 a.m. to dusk on Saturday, Aug. 17. The festival is at the South Kitsap Southern Little League
Six local bands will play Saturday with proceeds going to Permission To Start Dreaming Foundation for healing veterans and first responders.
A committee studying possible future uses of the former Masonic Lodge next to Crescent Creek Park recommends creating a community recreation hall on its main floor while adding “museum-quality” storage in its basement. All while retaining the building’s historic look and replacing the cupola, or bell tower, on the roof. Last fall, the Gig Harbor
This week’s dance card is filled with art, music, movies, beach walks and more. Art Walk Several downtown art galleries will host special activities during Art Walk on Saturday, Aug. 3 : Mavi Contemporary Art Gallery, 3126 Harborview Dr., has new work by Elizabeth Ashe, Robin Horminiuk and Nancy Nesvet. The artists will discuss their
The Gig Harbor City Council on Monday approved a proposal to purchase 11 additional acres to add to the city’s txwaalqəł conservation area. The purchase includes approximately 500 feet along North Creek and more than three acres of wetlands. This brings the total area of the txwaalqəł conservation land to 51.95 acres, according to Parks
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