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Josephine Johnson, second from right, and family get to work on her artwork fundraiser to aid refugees from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (Kyle Johnson)

Sequim youth’s art raises funds for Ukrainians

More than $1,000 has been donated to UNICEF for cause

Josephine Johnson, second from right, and family get to work on her artwork fundraiser to aid refugees from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (Kyle Johnson)

Tri-Area Garden Club to hold plant sale

The Tri-Area Garden Club will conduct a plant sale from from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The annual sale, conducted jointly with… Continue reading

Olympic Medical Center named a top rural community hospital for seventh year in a row

For the seventh year in a row, Olympic Medical Center has been recognized as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by… Continue reading

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Peggy DeYoung of Port Angeles, left, talks about plants with Port Angeles Garden Club member Bev Dawson during the group's annual plant sale on Saturday at the Port Angeles Senior Center. The sale featured perennials, annuals, succulents and vegetable starts and served as a fundraiser for garden club activities.

Port Angeles Garden Club plant sale

Peggy DeYoung of Port Angeles, left, talks about plants with Port Angeles Garden Club member Bev Dawson during the group’s annual plant sale on Saturday… Continue reading

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Peggy DeYoung of Port Angeles, left, talks about plants with Port Angeles Garden Club member Bev Dawson during the group's annual plant sale on Saturday at the Port Angeles Senior Center. The sale featured perennials, annuals, succulents and vegetable starts and served as a fundraiser for garden club activities.

A GROWING CONCERN: May flowers bring a list of gardening chores

AS WE LEARNED last week, my absolute favorite time of the year is here and, of course (tongue in cheek), that’s the month of May.… Continue reading

North Olympic History Center
Pilot Maj. Gilbert H. Eckerson, circa 1928, when the landing strip was downtown. Passenger Thomas Aldwell stands in front.

BACK WHEN: Clallam County’s William R. Fairchild International Airport rich in history

LATER THIS MONTH, on May 21, Airport Day will be celebrated at William R. Fairchild International Airport in Port Angeles from 10 a.m. to 4… Continue reading

North Olympic History Center
Pilot Maj. Gilbert H. Eckerson, circa 1928, when the landing strip was downtown. Passenger Thomas Aldwell stands in front.

Book signing slated in Port Townsend’s Rose Theatre

Author and nature photographer Amy Gulick will sign copies of her book “The Salmon Way” at 6 p.m. Monday at the Rose… Continue reading

ISSUES OF FAITH: Demand truth and honesty in leadership

Throughout the Torah, we are taught the importance of honesty and justice. In Deuteronomy 16:18-2:19, the portion Shoftim (Judges) begins with a declaration of how… Continue reading

The Rev. Bruce Bode will present "Backdoor Solutions" at 11 a.m. Sunday.

Bode will be the guest speaker at Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship; his lesson will stream on Zoom.

Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship program set for weekend

The Rev. Bruce A. Bode will present “Fairy Tales for the Early Years” at 11 a.m. Sunday. Bode will be the guest… Continue reading

The Rev. Bruce Bode will present "Backdoor Solutions" at 11 a.m. Sunday.

Bode will be the guest speaker at Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship; his lesson will stream on Zoom.
The Rev. Donna Little will present “Peace with My Mother” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. 

Little is the minister emeritus at Unity in the Olympics, 2917 E. Myrtle Ave.

Unity speaker slated Sunday

The Rev. Donna Little will present “Peace with My Mother” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Little is the minister emeritus at Unity in… Continue reading

  • May 6, 2022
  • Peninsula Daily News
The Rev. Donna Little will present “Peace with My Mother” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. 

Little is the minister emeritus at Unity in the Olympics, 2917 E. Myrtle Ave.
“Autumn Splash” by Dennis Pangborn, is featured at Blue Whole Gallery. (Submitted art)

Irrigation Fest major part of First Friday Art Walk

Crazy Daze, Innovative Arts fair set this weekend

“Autumn Splash” by Dennis Pangborn, is featured at Blue Whole Gallery. (Submitted art)
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Sequim High School band members march through the Kids Parade in 2019. The event returns to downtown Sequim with participants encouraged to gather at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, near the bank lot at Sequim Avenue and Washington Street intersection.

Irrigation Festival sets first weekend of events

Crazy Callen coming Friday through Sunday, with more next week

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Sequim High School band members march through the Kids Parade in 2019. The event returns to downtown Sequim with participants encouraged to gather at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, near the bank lot at Sequim Avenue and Washington Street intersection.

Shred event planned for Port Townsend

1st Security Bank will host Shred-it Recycling Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The free community event is at the… Continue reading

Tech Tuesday offered at Jefferson County Library

The Jefferson County Library will host Tech Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday. The free class, “Northstar Digital Literacy,” will… Continue reading

Boat parade set to open season in Port Townsend

The Port Townsend Yacht Club and the Northwest Maritime Center will celebrate the beginning of the boating season on Saturday. The highlight… Continue reading

Community potluck set Sunday in Port Townsend

The Port Townsend Psychedelic Society will host a community potluck from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Directions to the venue, which… Continue reading

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Operetta returns to stage in ‘Emma: A Pop Musical’

Three weekends beginning Friday at Sequim High School

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Youths enjoy a canoe ride at a summer camp provided by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula. (Submitted photo)

State grant helps youths SEEK adventure

Sequim city, Boys Girls clubs, YMCA work together

Youths enjoy a canoe ride at a summer camp provided by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula. (Submitted photo)

ISSUES OF FAITH: Keep gratitude in your attitude

We are living in unprecedented times. The COVID-19 pandemic has plagued us for almost two years. Yet there is so much for which we can… Continue reading

  • May 2, 2022
  • By Jason Bringhurst For Peninsula Daily News
  • Religion

ISSUES OF FAITH: A fair search for happiness

Nearly 10 million people attended the Seattle World’s Fair in 1962. The theme was, “The Age of Space.” The Space Needle, now a Seattle landmark,… Continue reading