Harbor WildWatch volunteers learn the art and science of seaweed
Apr 22, 2026 | By: Carolyn BickThe volunteers made some im-press-ive artwork during the special event last week.
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Gig Harbor to appoint two new arts commissioners
Apr 22, 2026 | By: Carolyn BickRobin Avni and Nora Ekstein volunteered to fill two vacancies on the city of Gig Harbor Arts Commission.
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Harbor Happenings | Paddlers Cup runneth over both days this weekend
Apr 21, 2026 | By: Charlee Glock-JacksonThe Paddlers Cup, put on by the Gig Harbor Kayak and Canoe Racing Team, will draw hundreds to the waterfront on April 25 and 26.
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Harbor Happenings | Come out of your shell and grab some crab
Apr 14, 2026 | By: Charlee Glock-JacksonThe annual Crab Feed takes place Saturday, April 18, at the Gig Harbor Yacht Club.
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Art brings heart to environmental protection — and stormwater?
Apr 09, 2026 | By: Carolyn BickYou’ve probably seen the art work adorning storm drains at four locations in Gig Harbor. These are the artists who made them.
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Meet the poets coming to TCC’s Poetry in the Harbor
Apr 09, 2026 | By: Charlee Glock-JacksonMichael Spence, Peter Ludwin, Katharine Threat and Chris Vega will read their works on April 23 at the Gig Harbor branch of Tacoma Community College.
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Harbor Happenings | Sasquatch lurks at Harbor Family Park
Apr 07, 2026 | By: Charlee Glock-JacksonPenMet 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
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Two in Tow & On The Go | Revisiting Picnic Park before it’s gone
Apr 03, 2026 | By: Tonya StricklandA tucked-away Point Defiance playground may soon be replaced. Here’s why families should visit this nostalgic spot one last time.
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Arts Commission recommends groups to receive Creative Endeavor grants
Mar 31, 2026 | By: Carolyn BickThe city renamed its arts grant program in honor of Joanne Brandani and Stephanie Killilea, arts commissioners killed in February.
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Harbor Happenings | On the hunt for Easter eggs and Sasquatch
Mar 31, 2026 | By: Charlee Glock-JacksonWhile you’re looking for Easter eggs, you may want to keep an eye out for Sasquatch.
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