tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-274317992010-03-17T12:58:47.647-07:00Welcome to the Natural Side of Puget Sound and the all new VisitKitsap blog. KPVCB staff, local writers, residents and guests will be posting information about local activities, events, special places and people who make the Kitsap Peninsula such a great place to visit and live.Kitsap Peninsula VCBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05548923746374840712blog@visitkitsap.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27431799.post-22527860859572405312010-03-17T12:52:00.000-07:002010-03-17T12:58:47.666-07:00

If you’re looking for a casual location for a short meeting, a comfy spot to chat with a friend over coffee, or a place where you and your laptop (or your book) can land for a while, downtown Poulsbo’s Hot Shots Java Coffeehouse is the place to be.Hot Shots serves organic, fair trade coffee as well as fresh pastries and quick lunch munchies like paninis. The atmosphere is friendly — and roomy!

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Not that you need an excuse to get out and enjoy a good cup of java, but in case you do, Poulsbohemian Coffeehouse has created a couple. The next two Friday nights, the downtown Poulsbo coffee house will host events that are sure to attract a small crowd.On March 19, hang out from 5 to 7 p.m. for an open mic/jam session event, whether you come to join in or just listen to local musicians.

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Writers and aspiring writers, grab your creative muse and head for the picturesque Kiana Lodge on April 17 for the fifth annual Field’s End Writers Conference. The one-day event has 20 breakout sessions in four tracks, with topics ranging from nonfiction writing and finding an agent to writing for children and using humor in fiction.Environmental journalist and renowned author Bruce Barcott will

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You will not want to miss the opportunity hear from Ed Viesturs,world famous mountaineer, while breakfasting in support of the Bainbridge Schools Foundation. The event is free, but bring your checkbook to this exciting fundraising event. For reservations or more information, visit www.bainbridgeschoolsfoundation.com

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Celebrate St. Patty’s Day in style on the Kitsap Peninsula — you’ll find corned beef and cabbage, green beer, Irish music and even some celebrities here on Wednesday, March 17. Here are some ideas for a local celebration:Head to MorMor in Poulsbo, where famed local Celtic music celebrities Rick May and Gil Yslas will play authentic Irish music 6-9 p.m. A $25 three-course menu will include Irish

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If you like bagels, you’ll love Pip’s Bagels Co. in Silverdale. This is a place to not only get your daily bagel fix but also visit for a casual lunch and try one of the many sandwiches made on fresh-baked bagels.Blueberry, sun-dried tomato, cranberry-orange poppy, jalapeno, Mediterranean — how do you choose? And if that’s not enough choice, check out the list of cream cheese flavors: from

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The Clear Creek Task Force needs your help! Adult volunteers are still needed for various days to help plant trees for the 'Salmon in the Classroom' Project. This will take place during the school day with two sessions most days, generally from 10:00 ‘til 12:00p.m. and 12:30 ‘til 2:30p.m. Dates are 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 22nd, 24th, and 26th, (please contact for date availability). Some days

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You are cordially invited! Help Bremerton honor our sister City, Kure Japan, at the Kitsap Conference Center Saturday April 17 with a banquet and no-host social. 37 dignitaries plus delegates will be welcomed. Semi-formal attire. No-Host Social starts at 6 PM, Dinner (Prime Rib or Chicken Oscar at 7PM). $50 per person. RSVP required by April 12 to Elaine Valencia at 360.473.5266. See you there!

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Things may go very wrong in Port Gamble on March 27 as Murder ‘N Mayhem ensues townwide. Join in a game of solving the mystery of who "killed" Andrew Pope Jr.—as you watch the Port Gamble circa 1850s come alive.Start the evening at the old ticket booth in the historic post office/theater at a program that includes the story outline and the introduction of characters. Roam the picturesque town

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No plans for St. Patrick’s Day yet? Why not head down to MorMor Bistro and experience a treat you will never forget.Famed Local Celtic Music Celebrities Rick May & Gil Yslas will be on board from 6pm - 9pm playing Poulsbo's best in authentic Irish music.A full MorMor menu is available as well as an awesome St. Patrick's Day 3 course menu for just $25 per person.

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Don't miss the upcoming Home and Garden Expo at the Kitsap Fairgrounds! It's a great way to welcome Spring and catch How-To-Workshops while visiting your favorite exhibitors. The Kitsap HBA always does a great job of providing inspiration at this expo; "The Biggest and Best Home Show West of Seattle! " See you there!http://http//tinyurl.com/yg93b5x

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FreshLocal in downtown Bremerton is a foodie’s dream come true. If you love organic, farm-fresh products that are produced locally, you’re in for a treat here.The store has a little bit of everything: organic flowers and grains, teas, eggs, fresh meet, pastries, toiletries and more. You’ll find many labels with local names, from Kingston’s CB’s Nuts peanut butter (that’s just to die for!),

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Stroll through Old Town Silverdale this Friday, March 12, 6-8 p.m. and enjoy the company of artists while viewing beautiful work. The Old Town Silverdale Art Walk is only hosted once every quarter — so don’t miss your chance!This month’s event includes student art from the Central Kitsap School District and the Kitsap School of Arts, as well as 10 local artists. Their work will be displayed at

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The Silverdale Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Annual Military Appreciation Day. This annual salute to the men and women of the Armed services is a chance for businesses and organizations to show their appreciation through offering significant discounts on products and services.Door Prizes, Childrens Events, Entertainment, and more! See you there!Saturday March 13 11:00 AM- 4:00 PMKitsap

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The Kitsap Humane Society is putting on a fundraising event called Wine, Wags and Whiskers on Saturday, March 20th at the Silverdale Beach Hotel, 6-9pm, ticket price is $50 per person. This will be a great chance for the community to come out and try some of the great wines and beer from Western Washington. With a great drinks and a silent auction, who could miss this chance to have fun and

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The Easter bunny is only a few weeks away from knockin’ on your door — and what better way to greet this spring tradition than with chocolate? Forget the cheap, factory variety! Treat those special bunnies in your life to a heavenly confection made by your local chocolatiers.Carter’s Chocolates in Port Orchard is planning something special: 6-inch Easter eggs, filled with chocolate bunnies and

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When was the last you peeked inside a real bank vault? If you visit Silverdale Antiques, you can! True, the vault is no longer used to stash away cash, but you’ll find plenty of other treasures as you roam through the store’s 5,500 square feet of collectibles.Silverdale Antiques, owned by Debbie and Dennis Housen, has been in business since ’95. It specializes in the higher end antiques market

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There are so many fun events this weekend on the Kitsap Peninsula, it would be difficult to decide — theater, home show, Oscar parties, which to choose? The sungods are smiling too; it’s looking to be a great weekend! Take the ferry for a calm ride on the water, or enjoy the scenic drive, and check out our dining listings for great places to eat while you’re out and about.Here are some of the

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Farm Kitchen featured in Seattle Times.

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Cosmo’s Ristorante and Delicatessen in Port Orchard is a great place both for business or family lunches and a dinner evening out on the town. On March 6, this Italian and Mediterranean-style diner will donated part of its proceeds to support Kitsap Community Food Co-Op.The co-op is an effort of local volunteers to open a grocery store in Kitsap that supports local farmers and producers and is

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After you visit Farm Kitchen’s “1st Saturday Breakfast” once, you’ll fall in love with it and want to do it again and again. This monthly event at Poulsbo’s destination venue is a way for the public to taste some of the staff’s scrumptious pastries as well as breakfast fare made from fresh produce, some of it grown right on the farm. The March 6 menu includes Brioche French Toast stuffed with

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The menu for Silverdale’s El Huarache Taqueria says “the best place to eat”— and that’s not that much of an exaggeration. This hole-in-the-wall diner off a main drag has not only amazing homemade Mexican food, but also a long menu with almost too many choices.The décor is sparse so the atmosphere is simple, but the Taqueria makes up for it not only in the quality (and portions!) of food but also

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The enchanting sounds of a hundred handbells will fill Kitsap Conference Center in Bremerton on Saturday, Feb. 27. Members of the American Guild of English Handbell Ringers are in town for their “Distinctly Bronze West” conference, an annual event that allows advance handbell musicians to perform on the largest sets of bells available.Their four days of rehearsals culminate in a free performance.

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Who said parents can’t be adventurous—and creative? Not if you’re talking about North Kitsap Options Parent Group. For the past nine years, parents have mixed fun with the serious business of fundraising by hosting mystery dinner theaters.This year’s 10th annual event will feature more murderous fun, as guests are invited to solve a Hitchcock-style “murder.” Mix a little cheeky mystery, a little

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