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Irrigation Festival May 3-11, 2008

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

Sequim, our neighbor to the east, is gearing up for their signature event - The Sequim Irrigation Festival.
This coming weekend, May 3-4,
will be a fun-filled, food and crafts festival opening for families to enjoy. This 113 year old festival is the oldest in the state of Washington.
A festival pageant, kids’ parade and Truck [...]

Juan de Fuca Festival

Friday, April 25th, 2008

Just when you thought we’d be a quiet little seaside town after Jazz in the Olympics this weekend, we come up with another festival to attend - the Juan de Fuca Festival - May 23-26, 2008.
This festival has a wide variety of activities and events for every age group’s pleasure.
Music workshops, global market [...]

Another Weekend and…snow??

Thursday, April 17th, 2008

It’s almost Friday and a busy week ahead
getting ready for the Jazz in the Olympics festival next weekend - April 24, 25, 26 & 27.
At least there isn’t the forecast of snow on the agenda like there is this weekend!
Amazing that it’s April and we’re talking snow - wonder if Spring forgot she [...]

Weekend Updater

Friday, April 11th, 2008

Don’t forget this weekend’s Kayak Symposium - a great opportunity to learn about kayaking on the Olympic Peninsula!
Areas around Port Angeles for good paddling range from Ediz Hook (easy) to Freshwater Bay (moderate to advanced) and on to the Pacific Coast & Sol Duc River (expert to extreme).
This weekend is also Second Weekend - [...]

April Business of the Month

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

The art community
and downtown have a ‘new’ supporter, Bob Stokes, who owns and operates Studio Bob.
Located on Front Street, Bob’s vision and forethought created a showcase for local artists and the opening every Friday night continues to attract many.
Bob’s presence has also affected area restaurants with more patrons as have other art-themed businesses.
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Olympic Peninsula Spring and Summer Events

Thursday, April 3rd, 2008

Olympic Peninsula Spring and Summer Activities from Port Angeles on Vimeo.

2010 Olympics Coming!

Friday, March 28th, 2008

Vancouver, British Columbia is the site for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Our neighbors to the north will play host to all who attend, but if you want a side-trip that’s doable in a day, come visit Port Angeles, WA, for more fun and attractions to experience.
The Olympic Mountains are a gorgeous view and there [...]

All that’s jazz, jazz, jazz!

Thursday, March 27th, 2008

The Preservation Hall Jazz BandOriginally uploaded by Micke-fi
Jazz In The Olympics returns for a fabulous weekend April 25-27, 2008
Plenty o’ tunes comin’ your way with 11 great jazz bands all around Port Angeles!
Enjoy the weekend with great food, people, and of course, JAZZ.
Venues are Vern Burton, Eagles, Elks and Red Lion…

4th Annual BirdFest

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008

Avian aficionados, awake! The 4th Annual Birdfest is upon you - make haste to the hamlet of Port Angeles in Washington to experience just about all there is to know about birding the weekend of
April 4,5,6, 2008…see raptors (big birds like eagles and hawks)
up close; bring your binoculars so you can really get a [...]

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

UPCOMING EVENTS:

8th Annual Kayak

Symposium
April 11, 12, 13th, 2008

Everything related to sea kayaking including test drives, clinics, sales, slide shows!
4th Annual BirdFest

April 4, 5, 6, 2008
Come and enjoy the Olympic Bird Festival! From guided birding trips, boat tours, kayaking, salmon banquet, and many other presentations. Our festival has a full slate of extraordinary offerings [...]