Charlee Glock-Jackson

Freelance writer Charlee Glock-Jackson was the primary reporter for the weekly Gig Harbor Life until it folded in 2018. She is the founder of the Olalla Bluegrass & Beyond Festival and the caretaker of an enchanted Olalla forest that's been in her family nearly 70 years.

Harbor Happenings | Lecture discusses traditional Croatian clothing

Jun 09, 2026

Harbor History Museum presents “Threads of Tradition” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11.

Heron’s Key awards scholarships to 19 graduating seniors

Jun 08, 2026

The scholarships are worth a total of $54,000 to help local students continue their educations.

Harbor Happenings | Maritime Gig, farmers market week 3 and more

Jun 02, 2026

Unofficial summer really hits full stride this week, with the Maritime Gig Festival, the second week of the Farmers Market and more.

Harbor Happenings | Chorus, orchestra, Harbor Winds perform spring concerts

May 26, 2026

The Peninsula Community Chorus, Gig Harbor Peninsula Civic Orchestra and Narrows Music Society play spring concerts this weekend.

Harbor Happenings | Honor the fallen this Memorial Day

May 19, 2026

Haven of Rest, the local American Legion post and others host Memorial Day ceremonies this weekend.

Harbor Happenings | Wooden boats, beer and cider, and more

May 12, 2026

Some classic boats will sail into the harbor this weekend. So will craft brewers and cider makers.

Harbor Happenings | Make this Mother’s Day special

May 05, 2026

Looking for something to do for Mother’s Day this weekend? We have plenty of options.

Harbor Happenings | Volunteers sought for Parks Appreciation Day

Apr 28, 2026

Volunteers will clean up at DeMolay Sandspit, Sehmel Homestead, Tubby’s Trail, Wilkinson Farm, Grandview Forest and Soundview parks.

Harbor Happenings | Paddlers Cup runneth over both days this weekend

Apr 21, 2026

The Paddlers Cup, put on by the Gig Harbor Kayak and Canoe Racing Team, will draw hundreds to the waterfront on April 25 and 26.

Harbor Happenings | Come out of your shell and grab some crab

Apr 14, 2026

The annual Crab Feed takes place Saturday, April 18, at the Gig Harbor Yacht Club.