Your monthly news & updates
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Greetings!and Hello February!
Winter might still be here but there will be lots to do for the year (keep checking
gigharborguide.com through February for dates of upcoming annual festivals and events). With Valentine's Day just around the corner, a fun plan is in order,so read on for details on
Winter Sip & Stroll and other events.
Happy reading! Mimi
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Gig Harbor is at the Seattle Boat Show through February 2
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The City of Gig Harbor and community volunteers, in partnership with the Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard, is exhibiting at the Seattle Boat Show at CenturyLink Field Event Center through February 2.
There is only a couple of days left to catch us at the show! The show includes the latest watercraft and accessories, free boating and fishing seminars, food and fun, family-friendly activities. If you're at the show, stop in and see us in the East Hall.
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Winter Sip & Stroll Early Bird Savings Ends Saturday!
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Hit the town for some wine, brews, spirits and food tasting at Gig Harbor's downtown waterfront on February 9, Noon - 4 pm. For just $35, Winter Sip & Stroll Early Bird tickets are a bargain you can't miss! Order them NOW before it's too late - visit
bit.ly/wintersipandstroll2019 for tickets and a complete description. Hurry, early bird discounts ends this Saturday, February 2, at midnight!
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Empty Bowls Fundraiser at Boys & Girls Club on February 16
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Presented by Altrusa of Gig Harbor, the Empty Bowls event aims to raise funds to fight child hunger in the area. Empty Bowls will be held at the Gig Harbor Boys & Girls Club from 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday, February 16. Event goers purchase a hand-crafted bowl and choose a delicious soup donated by local restaurants and chefs to fill it. Enjoy a simple meal and feed a hungry child!
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Take an underwater journey of Gig Harbor bay without getting wet! Harbor WildWatch educators narrate a live stream from underwater cameras used by divers. Jerisich Dock, February 2, 6 - 7 pm.
The season kick off will feature Ken Campbell, Ikkatsu Project, on Marine Debris in the Wilds of Alaska at the Gig Harbor Taproom, 3155 Harborview Drive, 5:30 – 7 pm. Cost is $5 at the door, Harbor WildWatch Steward Club members have free admission.
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Father Daughter Dance Presented by PenMet Parks on February 9
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PenMet Parks invites fathers and daughters to make lifetime memories on February 9, 7- 9 pm at the Cheney Family Branch Boys & Girls Club. Registration is required, tickets can be purchased
here.
PenMet Parks recreation programs operate year-round with classes, camps and sports. Visit
penmetparks.org to view their programs.
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Harbor History Museum Hosts Bomber Boys Exhibit
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Harbor History Museum is pleased to host “Bomber Boys: Portraits from the Front,” through June 2, 2019. Featuring a series of striking photographs reproduced from a secret stash of World War II images, ephemera, and a diary from 1945, the exhibit highlights the combat, captains, crew, and camp life of the 445
th
bomb squadron of the 12
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Army Air Corps stationed mainly on Corsica and in Italy.
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Call for Art: Seeking Salish Artist to Create Artwork
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Application Deadline for proposals is March 15. A group of Gig Harbor residents, in partnership with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Gig Harbor Arts Commission and Gig Harbor Kiwanis Foundation, encourages Coast Salish artists to submit proposals for an artwork that will honor the town’s first residents, the sxwəbabš band (pronounced sk-WHUH-babsh) of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. The artwork will be placed in Austin Estuary Park on the shore of Gig Harbor Bay near the original sxwəbabš’ village.
More info & RFP
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Meaningful Movies in Gig Harbor on February
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Meaningful Movies in Gig Harbor presents the documentary,"15 to Life Kenneth's Story," on Friday, February 8, 6 pm, at the Agnus Dei Church, 10511 Peacock Hill. "Come for the free movie. Stay for the stimulating community discussion."
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February 14 Dining Options
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Love & Laser BOGO on February 14 & More at Ocean5
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Sunday, February 3: Super Football Watching Party Packages
Thursday, February 14: Bring your date, bring a friend, or bring a whole team for Love & Laser BOGO! Buy one regularly priced game, get one free. Valid all day. It's also Comedy Night at Ocean5 -
here for tickets.
February 18 - 22: Ocean5 opens at 11 am (Mid-Winter Break!)
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Gig Harbor Night Market: February Edition at 7 Seas on the 2nd
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Enjoy art, music, food, vendors and beer at the Gig Harbor Night Market on February 2, 5 - 10 pm. Need gift ideas for Valentine's Day or just a fun night out in the community? Check out this happening at 7 Seas Brewing, 3006 Judson St. #110.
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Dragon Boat Team Seeks Donations for March Flea Market
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The Gig Dragon Boat Team is planning for the Second Annual Dragon Boat
Upscale
Flea Market which will benefit their teams.
They need your gently used items donations now! Contact Lori at 253-225-0144 for details.
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Gig Harbor Film Festival's 72 Hour Film Competition
Registration Deadline is March 1
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Waterfront Farmers Market Accepting Vendor Applications
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Save the Date! March 3 - 7 for
Gig Harbor Restaurant Week
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Experience the tastes of Gig Harbor's Downtown Waterfront! Participating restaurants feature fixed price special menu items to enjoy. This year's Restaurant Week runs from March 3 -7.
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Service Organization Spotlight: Rotary Club of Gig Harbor North
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The Rotary Club of Gig Harbor North will be presenting speaker Luke Sturgeon at their next meeting on Tuesday, February 5, from 5-6 pm at the Maritime Room in Heron's Key, 4340 Borgen Blvd.
Sturgeon will be speaking on "Improving the Health of Pierce County Together." He will touch upon the question of "How can Pierce County clubs build on Rotary’s deep commitment to health-related causes to address the needs of our communities?”
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Beat the Blahs - Check Out Uptown Specials!
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Harbor Youth Art Display & Contest All February Long
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Public Invited to Give Input on New City Park Name
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The City's Park Commission will be taking public input at a February 6th Public Hearing on the naming of the its newest park, formerly known as the Haub triangle property. The 2-acre forested park property, purchased by the City in 2018, is located at the corner of Soundview Drive and Harborview Drive.
The purpose of the Public Hearing is to gather additional input in order for the Parks Commission to provide naming recommendations to City Council.
The Parks Commission will meet in Community Rooms A&B on Wednesday, February 6, 5 pm. at the Civic Center, 3510 Grandview Street.
In the meantime, please visit our park! There's trails, a picnic table and is dog-friendly. You might even feel inspired to pledge dollars towards a new gazebo for the park!
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City Seeks Volunteers for Commissions and Committee
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The City is seeking citizens interested in serving on several commissions and committees. Click links below for more information on each:
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Coffee with Kit Returns February 5
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Join Mayor Kit Kuhn next Tuesday, February 5, from 7 - 8 am at Kimball Coffeehouse, 6659 Kimball Dr a102, for "Coffee with Kit." This is a chance to talk to the Mayor and let him know your thoughts in a casual setting.
There are several opportunities in February to hear from the Mayor about City updates at local organization events including:
February 7, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Canterwood Golf & Country Club
February 23, 9 - 10:30 am
Harbor Place at Cottesmore
Harbor Place at Cottesmore
February 26, Noon
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Public Participation Needed for Shoreline Master Program
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The City is conducting a periodic review of its Shoreline Master Program and is seeking the public's participation.
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Get Out and Vote on February 12!
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Hike It Baby ® at Cushman Trail
First Saturday Art Walk
Toastmasters
The Journey of Grief
Baby, Preschool, Toddler and Family Storytimes
El Grupo Spanish Talk Time
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