Gig Harbor Living LocalAug 17, 20204 minIsland HistoryThe Fox Island Museum offers opportunities for learning and fun By Abigail Thorpe Photo Courtesy of Samantha Elise Tillman Just 5 miles...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJul 20, 20205 minMountain, City, Sea. Can You Really Enjoy All Three in One Staycation?You can if you live in Pierce County By Marguerite Cleveland Have you ever been challenged while planning a vacation? Some in the group...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJul 13, 20204 minHistory of the HarborMuseum details town’s naming and early settlement By Colin Anderson The Harbor History Museum is filled with artifacts, photos and items...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJul 1, 20203 minGig Harbor’s Lasagna LadyProviding trays of comfort food to friends, neighbors and essential workers By Dan Aznoff While most members of her community used their...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJun 30, 20202 minCelebrating Independence DayTimes call for the simple traditions By Jillian Chandler It continues to be a common theme not only in Gig Harbor but across the state...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJun 30, 20204 minCreating A Better Place To Live and the Best Place to Grow OldThe Mustard Seed Project … helping seniors to age safely in place By Jillian Chandler “I wish there was one in every community,” affirms...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJun 30, 20202 minTime for a Move?Coast Movers has you covered By Jillian Chandler Despite the ups and downs many business owners have experienced over the past few...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJun 30, 20203 minEnhancing Your Artwork with the Art of Custom FramingGig Harbor’s custom framing expert By Jillian Chandler Last month, after much anticipation, Dennis Arneson was officially able to open...
Gig Harbor Living LocalJun 15, 20204 minBeach EtiquetteHow to enjoy the sun while respecting your neighbors By Abigail Thorpe Warm weather is setting in, and many beaches and parks are...
Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation continuesMay 18, 20204 minPull for a SoldierMay is the time many Gig Harbor locals mark their calendars and prepare for a day trap shooting at the Pull for a Soldier event. This...
Events postponed, but commitment to a healthyApr 13, 20203 minPenMet Parks Puts Public Health FirstIn the midst of the COVID-19 virus, our lives have been upended. From school closings and social distancing, to the more serious case of...
Gig Harbor’s Danielle DeMott is nominated for LLSMar 16, 20203 minShow Your HeartOur own Danielle DeMott of Gig Harbor has been nominated to compete in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) 2020 Woman of the Year....
Doug Nelson brings both experienceFeb 17, 20204 minNew Leader at PenMet ParksFor the first time in nearly a year, Gig Harbor Peninsula’s park district has a permanent executive director. Doug Nelson, a native of...
Gig Harbor paddler in a class of her own. By ColinJan 13, 20204 minMaster ClassThe Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Racing team is nationally renowned. Each year the team sends members to national and international events,...
City hosts dozens of events this month. By AnneliDec 2, 20193 minHolidays in the HarborIt’s December. The sun rises at 7:30am and sets just after 4pm. The temperatures remain below 50 degrees most days. Clouds, fog and rain...
Local Business reflects on its history Interview.Oct 14, 20194 min50 Years StrongOwning and operating your own business can bring about long hours and stress but also incredible triumphs and rewards. Much has changed...
Gig Harbor’s SUP Festival Returns. Story &Sep 16, 20194 minWalking on WaterHave you ever stood on shore, watching people glide by on stand-up paddle boards (SUP), longing to try it for yourself? Well, mark your...
Gig Harbor organization celebrates 25 years. ByAug 12, 20193 minNew NeighborsIt’s 1994, and Barbara Burrows, a military wife new to Gig Harbor, has placed an ad in the newspaper inviting residents to have coffee at...
Gig Harbor’s Kensington Gardens expands. By AnneliJul 15, 20193 minA Natural AdditionOccupying 27 acres in northwest Gig Harbor, Kensington Gardens is a labyrinth of sculptured hedges, topiaries, lush manicured lawns, and...
Free plant swap keeps gardens growing. By ColinJun 18, 20194 minWanna Trade?While some dread weekend yard work, gardeners look forward to every chance they can get to create a colorful and unique life-filled space...