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 | 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.

Meet the poets coming to TCC’s Poetry in the Harbor

Apr 09, 2026

Michael Spence, Peter Ludwin, Katharine Threat and Chris Vega will read their works on April 23 at the Gig Harbor branch of Tacoma Community College.

Harbor Happenings | Sasquatch lurks at Harbor Family Park

Apr 07, 2026

PenMet Parks’ Great Sasquatch Hunt is at Harbor Family Park this week. Pick up a passport at the park and find the five Sasquatches hiding there. Use each critters’ stamp to mark your passport. When you find all five Sasquatches, turn in your passport at the PenMet Recreation Center, 2524 14th Ave. NW for a