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Trillium in bloom at the Rhododendron Preserve.

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A world-of-fun Earth Day event | Kitsap Week

The Mountaineers plan a day-long celebration at Rhododendron Preserve.

Erin Jennings

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Ask Erin: Social network challenges | Kitsap Week

How do I gracefully “unfriend” people who I see frequently in my community or who are mutual friends…

LS1 Christopher Cady greets his son Joshua as he returns home from school. Cady is one of the final three military fathers out of 600 in the nation recommended for the Military Fatherhood Award. Cady is raising his son

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A hero’s hero: Christopher Cady is a finalist for Military Father of the Year | Kitsap Week

Christopher Cady is adjusting to being in the public eye. “Today I had a guy in the bathroom…

Port Gamble resident

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Port Gamble grandmother shares her story in new book | Kitsap Week

Author tells of a traumatic time with her daughter and the joy that followed.

The trombone choir is made up of local community members.

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Slide into spring with the Peninsula Trombone Choir

The Peninsula Trombone Choir holds their spring concert on April 10 at 2 p.m. at Silverdale Lutheran Church,…

Colorful and tasty produce can be found at local farmers markets.

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To market, to market, to buy local staples | Kitsap Week

Farmers markets kick off their season this weekend with the opening of the Bainbridge Farmers Market and Poulsbo…

Ask Erin

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Ask Erin: Nurturing childhood friendships | Kitsap Week

How to help your child make friends.

Michael Tomlinson's music touches on nature

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Feel-good music: Michael Tomlinson sings his heart out this weekend | Kitsap Week

Micahel Tomlinson signs his heart out on Saturday

Antiques are on display this weekend at the Kitsap Antique Show.

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Are treasures hiding in your garage? Find out their worth at the Kitsap Antique Show this weekend | Kitsap Week

Kitsap Antique Show runs this weekend, with dealers, appraisers and lectures.

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Ask Erin: Falling produce and recruiting volunteers | Kitsap Week

Ask Erin is a feature of Kitsap Week. Have a question? Write to ejennings@northkitsapherald.com

Mock-orange is a fragrant shrub that smells of sweet citrus.

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When gardening, think local | Kitsap Week

Native plants know how to get the job done

Your front doorway makes a lasting first impression. Freshen up the area with a coat of paint and some colorful flowers.

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Make your home sparkle | Kitsap Week

Ideas to make your home look its best...either for yourself or a buyer

Hank Payne and Claire Favro ... perform March 19

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Food for the soul: Hank and Claire want to touch your heart, and your funny bone | Kitsap Week

It's no mistake that Hank Payne and Claire Favro play music that touches your heart. That's what they…

Darlene Iskra was the first female captain of a U.S. Navy ship. The Bremerton resident will discuss her book and the future of women in the military on March 19

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Officer and a gentlewoman: Darlene Iskra made history as first female commander of a U.S. Navy ship | Kitsap Week

When Darlene Iskra joined the Navy in early 1979, she was looking for a steady job with benefits.…

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Dealing with an unaware friend and readers respond on ways to get more mpg’s | Kitsap Week

Dear Erin, How do you tell a friend that the words they use (i.e. retarded) offend you and…

Karen Gerstenberger and the quilt that inspired Katie's Comforters Guild

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Made with love: Blankets and hats give comfort to children in the hospital | Kitsap Week

The blanket in Karen Gerstenberger’s arms is more than a pretty quilt. For her daughter, Katie, it was…

Marty

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A kiss and a wag: Marty brings comfort and smiles to patients at Martha & Mary | Kitsap Week

A polar bear seemed to be wandering the hallway. Upon closer inspection, the majestic animal with the white…

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Ask Erin: How to get more miles from your car | Kitsap Week

The last time I went to fill-up my car, I became light-headed. The cause wasn’t from the gas…

A boxing porcelain donkey is among some of the treasures you can find at Good Life Consignment.

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Recycling your wares: Finding new homes for unwanted items | Kitsap Week

When LeOnna Small burned through three hand-mixers in a short amount of time, she wondered why things weren’t…

Bonnie McVee is dressed in thrift-store finds

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Stylish and thrifty: Dress like a million bucks while only spending pennies | Kitsap Week

From head to toe, Bonnie McVee looks like a well-dressed woman. And she is. Only she paid less…