Back in February I posted that Gig Harbor was chosen as the #1 Harbor Town in the US by Costal Living Magazine. By itself this is quite an honor to be chosen as the #1. But read on, it gets better; Smithsonian Magazine has named our town as #5 in the ‘Best Small Towns in America’. Click here to read the entire article on Gig Harbor, or see the other towns that make up the Top 20. We all know how great this area is, but our little slice of paradise is getting some great press lately. The Smithsonian sums it up nicely with the Gig Harbor Headline reading; 'Take numerous art galleries. Add sailboats and local wines. Stir. Enjoy'.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
A Park System for the Community
A vital part of any community is a park system that welcomes area residents for relaxation, activities and enjoyment. PenMet Parks has been instrumental in providing, improving and expanding these services to Gig Harbor and, through a partnership with Key Pen Parks, the Key Peninsula. PenMet Parks now owns over 600 acres of land that are currently, or in the planning stages, for community services and use. From a meager beginning of seven parks they have successfully acquired additional properties to now total twenty-one owned parks for community enjoyment. Citizens of the Gig Harbor and Key Peninsula area are fortunate to have a park system that lives up to their Mission Statement: “The mission of the Peninsula Metropolitan Park district (PenMet Parks) is to enhance the quality of life on the Gig Harbor peninsula by providing park and recreational opportunities for all of its citizens.” Thanks to PenMet Parks there are many facilities where you can enjoy the beauty of the Gig Harbor and Key Peninsula. For additional info, history, services provided and a map of parks check out their web page at PenMetParks.org. Now get out there and start your adventure.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Local Author Book Signing
In addition to all the amazing beauty and culture we know and love, the Gig Harbor and the Key Peninsula are also fortunate to have many talented authors who call this area home. Congratulations to KK Hale, a transplant from Seattle but now a local resident, who has just had her first novel published; Rory McBreen Video Wars: Vietnam. Please join KK Hale on May 5th at MostlyBooks, located in Gig Harbor at 3126 Harborview Drive, from 11AM to 1PM to autograph and chat about her first book in a planned series about a kid who loves his video games more than anything – or anyone – in the whole world.
The story begins as Rory has an entire day planned out playing vids as usual, and forgetting he is part of the real world. He prefers the world inside his video games. All his friends are there, and things make sense. He doesn’t have to do anything but perform his duties so his teams can win. Today something different happens. Rory is still on the team, but now he’s on the inside, fighting with his team with bullets whizzing by his ears. But being with them side-by-side isn’t as fun as he had always imagined. In fact, it could be deadly.
What happens to a real kid inside a video game of programmed characters who are programmed to fight in a war? Rory is about to find out.
Rory McBreen Video Wars: Vietnam is available on Amazon.com
Friday, April 6, 2012
LIC Super Sale - April 14th
Spring is in the air and with it comes out the bargain hunter in all of us. On April 14th the Longbranch Improvement Club will be hosting the LIC Super Sale. Be sure to stop by and satisfy your search for treasures, enjoy a few of the tasty baked goodies and peruse the plants and crafts on display. There will also be an Antiques Cars Show that is always fun for all ages. Click here to find out more or contact information if you would like to reserve a space for your wares.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Support Businesses that Support Education
Have plans for dinner tonight? Think Mexican and Join in the fun at El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant in Port Orchard between 4 and 9pm as they donate 10% of their sales to Mullinex Elementary School. Sit back and enjoy a delicious meal while you help area education. Thanks to the De La Cruz family and El Sombrero Restaurant for your continued support of education.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Is the Real Estate Market Making Another Shift?
It looks like the National market is also showing signs of a resurgence, click on this link to read this informative article published by RISMedia.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Great Times at Blend Wine Shop
A neighbor and friend recently treated my wife and I to an evening at Blend Wine Shop located at 8014 Key Peninsula Highway N. in Key Center on the Beautiful Key Peninsula. Our hopes for a pleasing and entertaining evening came true; this was a very enjoyable and memorable “No Snob Zone” experience. We first met the friendly owners, Jeff and Dayle Minch, who quickly made us feel welcome and at home in their cozy but stylish wine shop. We began the evening by browsing through the well-stocked wine racks slowly making our way to the tasting bar. This evening they had a guest vintner pouring tasty samples of the five varieties of the evening, presenting background information of each, and pleasantly answering a myriad of questions about many different wines and wineries. As we finished the samples, we ordered a glass of our favorites and found a table where we could enjoy a fine wine and a slice of aged cheese; a great combo. To our added delight, Jeff and Dayle had made arrangements with The Gourmet Burger Shop (Yum!) and employed their daughter to make ‘Pick-Up’ runs for customers. Soon we were enjoying a wonderful glass of wine and a delicious dinner. The comfortable ambiance Jeff and Dayle have created in the Blend Wine Shop with their genuine, friendly nature made this a remarkable evening. No matter what your experience with wine may be, I strongly recommend that you stop in for a relaxing and enjoyable visit. Phone is 253-884-9688 or follow them on facebook.
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