Monthly Archives: May 2009

Another “Festive” Weekend on the Southshore!

You won’t have to go far to find something to do this weekend as there are many
events planned for the area. The forecast calls for sun and fun on this last weekend
of May!
Union Farmers Market Begins!! Friday, May 29th from Noon to 4:00
Unions first farmers market begins this week, and will run through October. [...]

Remembering and Celebrating on Memorial Day Weekend

Long weekend, the start of summer, parades, picnics, celebrations…when one
can “officially” wear white again. These are the things many Americans associate
with Memorial Day weekend. It’s just easier and more fun than what the occasion
which was first observed on May 30, 1868 signifies – to honor and remember our
ancestors, family members, loved ones, neighbors [...]

Festivals and Fun…

5th Annual “Bluegrass from the Forest” Festival, Shelton, WA ~ May 15-17
Event includes several nationally renowned Bluegrass bands, including
“Grasstowne” from Tennessee. There will be workshops, band scrambles,
and Open Mic. Located at the Shelton High School Auditorium Campus.
www.bluegrassfromtheforest.com
Viking Fest in “Little Norway”, Poulsbo, WA ~ May 15-17
Velkommen to Poulsbo and it’s 41st Annual Viking [...]

Taking The Road Less Traveled

Don’t let the six-week Hood Canal Bridge closure (May 1- June 15) keep you
from experiencing spring on the Olympic Peninsula. Consider this “downtime”
a catalyst for adventure with the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway (aka Hwy 101)
leading the way. From wine tasting to wilderness beach backpacking to touring
the Forks setting for Stephanie Myers’ best-selling “Twilight” [...]

Hood Canal Bridge Closure

Starting May 1, the Hood Canal Bridge will close to traffic so that the Washington
State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) can replace the entire east half
along with the east and west trusses to make the bridge wider, safer and more
reliable. The construction, which will temporarily shut down the primary link
between the north Olympic and Kitsap [...]

“A Great Time And A Lovely Clubhouse!” ~Patricia Cook

With about 100 in attendance, Alderbrook Properties hosted a customer
appreciation barbecue celebrating the completion of Alderbrooks beautiful new
Clubhouse and Community Center. The Clubhouse was built by Alderbrook
Properties own builders, Hood Canal Fine Homes, Inc.
Fresh seafood from the Hood Canal was barbecued by Leonard Johnson of
Kingston Lumber and Mystery Bay Seafood Catering, and included oysters, [...]

A Day With Mom…

Begin or end your day with Mom at the Alderbrook Resort. Breakfast served from
7am to 2pm, Dinner from 4pm to 8pm. Special Mothers Day Celebration Menu.
www.Alderbrookresort.com
Moms golf for free with cart included at the Alderbrook Golf Club. Womens clothing
will also be 25% off on Mothers Day. www.Alderbrookgolf.com

MAY~Flowers & Sun, Moms, Markets, Festivals & Fun!!!

May begins the Farmers Market season around the Canal. Offering locally grown, high
quality produce, plants, herbs, fresh and dried flowers, plant starts, hanging baskets,
fry bread, baked goods, jams, jellies, hand sewn items, crafts, yard ware, food and live
music are among the many things one can find at a farmers market.
Introducing Union’s own Farmers Market, [...]