Your monthly news & updates
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Mayor Kuhn introduces sponsors at a recent
Summer Sounds concert.
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I love how summer just wraps it’s arms around you like a warm blanket.'
July 2018
Greetings!
It is officially summer time in Gig Harbor! Now is the time to sit back, relax and enjoy a movie or concert in the park. You can do that each Tuesday and Friday right at Skansie Brothers Park. For information about these and other events 24/7 follow us on
Facebook,
Twitter, and
Instagram.
The trolley is back on route this month and it extends up to Gig Harbor north. Take a ride and leave the driving to someone else.
Karen
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Join Us For Concerts In The Park!
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Free Friday Family Fun Movie Nights Start July 6
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Photo Exhibit at Civic Center Goes Through July
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The Flags Across America Photo Exhibition is dedicated to all those who have served. Talented artists contributed images of the American flag as it's never before seen. The exhibit, displayed at the Gig Harbor Civic Center through July 31st, is a small collection of photos taken from over 300 flag images seen in the "Flags Across America" photo book. The book, released this past spring, includes inspiring flag stories. For more information visit
flagsacrossamerica.org.
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Make Your Way to the Waterfront Farmers Market
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Open since June 7 with newly extended hours (1 - 7 pm), the Waterfront Farmers Market is a Gig Harbor must-stop this summer! Held Thursdays at Skansie Brothers Park, the market has fresh, local fare, a variety of products, live music and chef demos. Get more info and the Fresh Sheet for the week on their
Facebook page.
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Chalk the Harbor on July 21
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On Saturday, July 21st, children, families and adults are invited to decorate the sidewalks of the downtown waterfront. The Downtown Waterfront Alliance provides free chalk along with Certificates of Award in the following categories: Kids, Family, High School, College Students, Adult, Group and Best Maritime-Nautical art. Participants are encouraged to bring a chair or knee pads. A maritime theme is encouraged, though not required. Look for face painting and Harbor WildWatch touch tanks at Skansie Brothers Park. Chalk the Harbor is sponsored by Peninsula Light Company.
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Experience a Celebration of Regional Wine & Food
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Gig Harbor’s annual Wine & Food Festival. has a new name: The Gig Harbor Wine & Food Experience.The 3-day celebration of the region’s wine, brews, spirits and food, sponsored by Celebrity Cruises, will take place the weekend of July 27 – 29. The Experience begins in the evening on Friday, July 27 with elegant dining and dancing at the exclusive Pier to Table Dinner in the beautiful new courtyard at the Harbor History Museum. Wine & Food tasting continues Saturday, July 28 during Gig Harbor’s new, fun-filled Waterfront Block Party and on Sunday July 29, complete the weekend Experience with Champagne Brunches featured at several of Gig Harbor’s finest downtown waterfront restaurants.
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Waterfront Walking Tour Season Continues
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Gig Harbor’s award winning guided Waterfront Walking Tours continues every Wednesday (except 4th of July) and Saturday through August 29th.
Presented by the Downtown Waterfront Alliance, Harbor WildWatch and the Harbor History Museum, the "From Skiffs to Spirits" and "Heritage Tour: Then and Now" tours bring history, nature, visitors and neighbors together. More information
here.
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Music at Gig Harbor BoatShop
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Greg Blake Trio
Sunday, July 1, 2018
5:30pm 7:30pm
Originally from West Virginia, Greg Blake is one of the true Appalachian stars of modern bluegrass. A singer and musician, Greg now resides in Colorado and is part of the nationally- known band Jeff Scroggins and Colorado. Join us on July 1 for a fabulous evening as the Trio performs original and bluegrass standards.
General Admission: $20 | $25 at the door
Members: $15 | $25 at the door
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Fill the FISH Tank Food Drive
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The Official Visitor Guide is available at several local park kiosks and the Skansie Visitor & Interpretive Center.
Have out of town guests this summer? Pick up a supply for them (and you)! Help them learn more about what Gig Harbor has to offer with this handy guide.
An online version can be found
here.
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Meaningful Movies in Gig Harbor
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July 13th's “The Age of Consequences” investigates the impacts of climate change on increased resource scarcity, migration, and conflict through the lens of U.S. national security and global stability.
More info.
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Low-Tide Beach Walks with
Harbor WildWatch!
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This summer, get to know the unique animals that inhabit the intertidal zone with Harbor WildWatch! These guided walking tours are led by Harbor WildWatch biologists and volunteer naturalists and take place during most low-tide days at our State, County and City parks. Their low-tide walks are free and suitable for all ages. For more information and to see the complete beach walk schedule, please go to their
website and
Facebook page.
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Gig Harbor Film Festival presents "Hearts Beat Loud" on July 25
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The Gig Harbor Film Festival proudly presents the feel-good father-daughter drama, "Hearts Beat Loud" for the July Monthly Movie Night on Wednesday, July 25 at 6:30 pm at the Galaxy Theatre, Uptown Gig Harbor.
Tickets are $5 at the door, free for GHFF Members. For more information visit
gigharborfilm.org
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PenMet Dragons Paddle the Harbor
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Dragon boat: a human-powered watercraft that is the basis of the team paddling sport of dragon boat racing. Gig Harbor is home to a diverse group paddles for recreation, fitness, and/or competition. Mostly, they are are a team that has a blast in beautiful Gig Harbor
Interested in becoming a Gig Harbor Dragon? Registrations are through PenMet Parks.
Join the adult team here:
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The very popular Art Festival is back July 21 and 22
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National Night Out
Upcoming next month - Join us on the 7th of August for NNO on the Gig Harbor waterfront. Come for fun, family, and educational activities. And meet many of our first responders! Find out more about what National Night Out is
here.
Harbor Hill Drive Extension
Paving is scheduled for
6/29 and 7/2. Work is weather dependent. Please be aware of possible traffic delays at the Harbor Hill and Sentinel Drive Roundabout and at the Burnham Drive and Harbor Hill Drive Roundabout during this work. Major roadway construction is expected to be completed by mid-July with final landscaping being installed in October.
Active Public Works Projects
Active Projects for June include Donkey Creek Improvements and the Harbor Hill Drive Extension. Learn more
here.
Street Light Wire Theft
Streetlight copper wire thefts are a problem in Gig Harbor, the surrounding area, and the nation. Not only is this crime costing our community hundreds of thousands of unbudgeted dollars, but the crime itself can be dangerous to criminals and residents. With over 1000 streetlights and additional junction box targets throughout our community, Gig Harbor needs watchful residents to help. Learn what to watch for
here.
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Hike It Baby ® at Cushman Trail
First Saturday Art Walk
Super Business Group
Toastmasters
AARP Smart Driver Class
The Journey of Grief
Freedom From Tobacco Free Weekly Support Group
Paradise Theatre's performances
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