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Film on autism attitudes to screen Sunday

PORT TOWNSEND — A one-time benefit screening of “Wretches & Jabberers,” a movie about two men with autism who go traveling around the world, is… Continue reading

Sue McGrew of Tacoma carves the visage of Batman for the Windermere Sand Sculpture Classic in Port Angeles. The event is part of the larger Arts in Action festival taking place throughout downtown and City Pier this weekend. Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News

Sand sculptures part of Arts in Action festival

PORT ANGELES — The suspense. The sunshine. The suppers. The tons upon tons of impermanence. Beach Master Bert Adams loves it all, at competitions across… Continue reading

Sue McGrew of Tacoma carves the visage of Batman for the Windermere Sand Sculpture Classic in Port Angeles. The event is part of the larger Arts in Action festival taking place throughout downtown and City Pier this weekend. Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News

WEEKEND: Bike scavenger hunt to scour sites at Gibbs Lake County Park

CHIMACUM — Riders of all skill levels are invited to take to their bikes during the free Lost in the Woods Bicycle Scavenger Hunt on… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Port Ludlow hosts Festival by the Bay

PORT LUDLOW — This small waterside town is welcoming visitors this weekend when the Festival by the Bay offers three days of music, vendors, fireworks,… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Port Townsend Relay For Life begins Saturday

PORT TOWNSEND — Music and children’s activities are on tap during the Relay For Life of Port Townsend, which begins at noon Saturday and extends… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Summertime fun heats up Peninsula’s weekend

Entertainment abounds this weekend on the North Olympic Peninsula, with everything from concerts to author readings to plant and garage sales to lectures on bees.… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Tour gives look at what makes Port Angeles businesses run

PORT ANGELES — For the first time, downtown Port Angeles will entice people behind the scenes of several sense-pleasing businesses. The free guided “Business in… Continue reading

Jeff Clayton is among the players in town for this week's Jazz Port Townsend festival.

Jazz in Clubs events begin tonight in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — That quintessential American art form is enveloping the town this week in Centrum's Jazz Port Townsend festival: Three nights of Jazz in… Continue reading

Jeff Clayton is among the players in town for this week's Jazz Port Townsend festival.
The Celtic duo Men of Worth opens the series Thursday in the Little Theater at Peninsula College in Port Angeles.

Juan de Fuca Fest plans entire season of events

PORT ANGELES — Starting this week, the inaugural Season Concerts — 11 of them by performers from across the world — is to be presented… Continue reading

The Celtic duo Men of Worth opens the series Thursday in the Little Theater at Peninsula College in Port Angeles.
Jim Podlesny of Port Angeles met the author of "Wild" last week. Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News

Quoted hiker, author meet at Port Angeles reading

PORT ANGELES — Cheryl Strayed, rock-star author and veteran of a two-state, 1,100-mile hike on the Pacific Crest Trail, reconnected with a spirit guide on… Continue reading

Jim Podlesny of Port Angeles met the author of "Wild" last week. Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News
Blackbird Coffeehouse owners Adam and Christy Parent met at a library in Minnesota. They celebrate their 13th anniversary this summer.  -- Photo by Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Profile

PENINSULA PROFILE: Couple build coffeehouse as they raise family

Like a bitter windstorm, the recession walloped Port Angeles in late 2008, just in time for Adam and Christy Parent to open their business. But… Continue reading

Blackbird Coffeehouse owners Adam and Christy Parent met at a library in Minnesota. They celebrate their 13th anniversary this summer.  -- Photo by Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Profile

WEEKEND: Port Angeles motorcycle poker run to benefit Healthy Families

PORT ANGELES — The American Legion Riders Post 29 is hosting a motorcycle poker run Saturday. The run will start at Olympic Powersports at 221… Continue reading

Sequim seeing purple this weekend

Sequim seeing purple this weekend

SEQUIM — Fourteen open farms, two free fairs, one mellowing scent: Sequim Lavender Weekend promises a plenitude of pleasure. With the Sequim Lavender Farmers Association… Continue reading

Sequim seeing purple this weekend
IN THE PENINSULA SPOTLIGHT: Abby Mae & the Homeschool Boys to give final performance

IN THE PENINSULA SPOTLIGHT: Abby Mae & the Homeschool Boys to give final performance

You can hear the joy, young and clear. It vibrates off the strings, and rings like a chapel bell in Abby’s voice. This musical exuberance… Continue reading

IN THE PENINSULA SPOTLIGHT: Abby Mae & the Homeschool Boys to give final performance

WEEKEND: 2012 Quileute Days events scheduled across three days

Today ■ 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. — Elders Lounge, Quileute Senior Center. ■ 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. — Opening ceremony, A-Ka-Lat Center. ■… Continue reading

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WEEKEND: Cruz-In revs up Saturday

PORT ANGELES — The seventh annual Darlene Marihugh Memorial Cruz-In is Saturday. Cars and motorcycles will be on display at Cowboy Country, 923 E. First… Continue reading

Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Quillayute Station in LaPush participate in 2011's Quileute Days Parade. Lonnie Archibald/for Peninsula Daily News

WEEKEND: Quileute tribe throws 3-day party

LAPUSH — The Quileute are celebrating their cultural heritage this weekend, and everyone is invited to join the party. From the opening ceremony at 3… Continue reading

Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Quillayute Station in LaPush participate in 2011's Quileute Days Parade. Lonnie Archibald/for Peninsula Daily News
“Monty” was painted by Sally Cays

WEEKEND: Studio tour shows off Dungeness Valley art

SEQUIM — Starting today, a variety of private lairs filled with art — from dreamlike watercolors to metal sculpture — will swing their doors open… Continue reading

“Monty” was painted by Sally Cays
Swami Beyondananda

WEEKEND: Walk lake bed or see concert, film

Lake-bed walks, concerts, films and other events are scheduled on the North Olympic Peninsula this weekend. For more information on other local arts and entertainment,… Continue reading

Swami Beyondananda

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Perfect weekend to find ideal genre

IF EVER THERE were a weekend to find your favorite genre of live music, this is that weekend. Music venues and schedules can be found… Continue reading