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The Connectivity/No Kings Conflict
Saturday March 28th presents our community with a choice! How will YOU choose to be involved? At Fort Worden, the annual Connectivity Fair/ now called the Connectivity Summit, will take place over the weekend of March 28th-29th. Indivisible will have a presence at the Connectivity Summit on Saturday, from 10-1, joining local non-profits at the networking portion of that event. Meanwhile, Port Townsend’s local Indivisible chapter of the nationwide network will host one of we
The Proposed Cell Tower: What You Need to Know
by Evie Maxwell, Features Editor If all goes according to plans made by Verizon Wireless and Horizon Tower, sometime this summer a 150’ foot new cell tower will go up in Port Ludlow. On land owned by a Port Ludlow LMC resident, the tower will be built via a road off Fleet Drive. In addition to the 150’ tall monopole tower, it will include a 50’ by 50’ fenced enclosure replete with ground mounted equipment and generator. The first occupant of the tower will be Verizon Wirele
Features
Porch Talk with Ann Arscott
by Donna Geer, Staff Writer Ann Arscott Maybe it was the ease of that first hello before I’d even gotten out of my car. Or maybe it was our idle chatter as I gathered my things from the front seat. I’m usually the one asking all the questions when I first meet someone, but this was like talking to an old friend I hadn’t seen in a long while. It was quite charming. I’d come to talk about her paintings, and while we dabbled here and there, we spent more time talking about world
Porch Talk with Mike Wilson
Mike Wilson by Donna Geer, Staff Writer He has that rare ability to remember calendar dates as if they happened yesterday, like the first time he met his wife, and the day she became his girlfriend. He remembers when an investment company called him on his mother’s birthday and offered him the job on his wife’s birthday two days later. It certainly got his attention. Is he a numbers guy? He might be. Or maybe he’s just more mindful of coincidences. Mike Wilson was born in Geo
No extrinsic goals
by Suyin Karlsen, Guest Writer He gave love away like it was nothing. Every day, in every way, he said, “ I love you ,” to anyone. In not those actual words. In case he was mistaken for a flirt, a romantic, too happy, too crazy. So, he tricked the world with: Kindness Boiled eggs Coffee at Richard’s Ride on his motorbike Pensioner’s jokes he’d told before. This dharma I got from him: Kindness Small notes Something I cooked Loving in spite of Seva in Ceylon and India Larger
Arts & Entertainment
Sound Community Bank – A Vibrant Celebration of Fresh Artistic Voices
Chopin by Lindsay Mayo The art exhibit at the Sound Community Bank will showcase the artwork of those members who joined the Port Ludlow Art League in 2025. Their fresh and diverse talents will be on display throughout the month of March. Come say hello to the artists, discover what makes the art league special, and enjoy delicious refreshments with us! The public is invited to attend a reception for the artists on Wednesday, March 11 , from 4 – 5 p.m. in the lobby of the
Port Ludlow Art League – Art Around Town
The Port Ludlow Art League partners with local businesses that graciously offer locations for artists to exhibit and sell their artwork. From February through April, you can enjoy original art by local artists at the following locations: · Active Life Physical Therapy: Amy O’Donnell (acrylic paintings) · Coldwell Banker Best Realty: Mary Rodgers (acrylic paintings) · The Beach Club: Caroline Gilmore (acrylic paintings) · The Bay Club Lobby: Denice Crai
Port Angeles Field Arts & Events Hall – March Calendar of Events
The Donna M. Morris Theater at Field Arts & Events Hall in Port Angeles will host these March events: Irish Stories with Will Hornyak Sunday, March 1 - 12 p.m. | Free Jazz Sunday with The Connor Forsyth Trio. Thursday, March 5 - 7:30 p.m. | Devon Allman Blues Summit Devon Allman Blues Summit, a powerhouse gathering of blues legends that promises to electrify the stage. Devon Allman, of Allman Brothers fame at the helm, this summit brings together an all-star lineup wh
Sports
Two Invitations to Join Women's Golf Leagues
by Kathleen Traci, PLWGA and Lady Niners’ Publicity Chairperson The Port Ludlow Women’s Golf Association (PLWGA ) The PLWGA, an 18-hole Women’s Golf League, is seeking new members. The League schedules competitive 18-hole rounds on Tuesdays during the season. Captain Linda Aho will be welcoming members, new and old, on April 7 , the League’s Opening Day. The PLWGA annual membership fee is $115 plus the GHIN (Handicap) Annual Fee of $52. PLWGA members also participate in the
Trail Mix
by Larry Scott, Trails Chair “Port Ludlow – A Destination Hiking Village” Cookies at Ludlow Creek bridge crossing. Photo credit: Larry Scott So, “What have you done for me lately?” is a fairly common refrain when circumstances slow someone’s or some entity’s common or usual progress. Or, on some occasions, it is simply bureaucracy that hinders forward progress. In Trails case, it is usually Mother Nature that primarily effects progress. However, Port Ludlow has a dedicated ca
Port Ludlow Hiking Club
by John Fillers, Port Ludlow Hiking Club Hikers meet at the Bridge Deck in Port Ludlow on the day of the hike at 8:15 a.m. to get directions to the trailheads, arrange carpools, and depart at 8:30 a.m. New maps are available for download (see note below). Those on the hiking email roster receive an update the week of a scheduled outing. If you would like to be added to the email roster, send a note to plhikingclub@yahoo.com , or go to the club’s website at portludlowhikingclu
Village News
A Strong Start, A Remarkable Turnaround:Chimacum’s Youngest Learners Lead the Way
In just two short years, Chimacum School District has transformed early learning outcomes, and the results are drawing attention. This fall, 83% of incoming kindergarten students at Chimacum Creek Primary School demonstrated readiness across all six developmental and learning domains, according to the Washington Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills (WaKIDS). Two years ago, just thirteen percent of Chimacum students met the same benchmark. Last year, readiness had jum
March and April SBCA Important Dates
Friday, March 6 , 8:30 – 10 a.m. – Pancake Breakfast benefiting the PLVC Trails Committee** Thursday, March 12 , 9:30 – 11 a.m. – Monthly Board meeting ** Thursday, March 12 , 1 p.m. – Richard Tucker, Jefferson County Land Trust*** Friday, March 13 , 5 p.m. – Members Social – bring your favorite appetizers!** Thursday, March 19 , 1 p.m. - First Nations presentation with David Brownell – topic TBD *** Tuesday, March 24 , 1 p.m. – Jefferson Healthcare, Preventing Falls and Hi
SBCA Happenings
by Carolyn O’Keeffe, President; SBCA Board of Directors Welcome to March 2026 and spring! The crocus and daffodils are peeking out of the ground and leaves are budding out on our trees and shrubs. It’s a welcome relief from the winter greys and browns! We continue to move forward on our Reserve projects at the Bay Club. Our Weight Room has had its remake, and we’ve received positive feedback on all the changes. We’re adding info sessions for members on how each piece of equ
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HEADS UP! A Connectivity/No Kings Conflict
On Saturday, March 28, we have two important opportunities: At Fort Worden, the Connectivity Summit will be in its first day. That, of course, is the same day as a nationally-scheduled No Kings rally. Good news is that both are well worth your time. And, yes, you can attend both if you wish. Go here to learn more .
The Proposed Cell Tower: What You Need to Know
by Evie Maxwell, Features Editor If all goes according to plans made by Verizon Wireless and Horizon Tower, sometime this summer a 150’ foot new cell tower will go up in Port Ludlow. On land owned by a Port Ludlow LMC resident, the tower will be built via a road off Fleet Drive. In addition to the 150’ tall monopole tower, it will include a 50’ by 50’ fenced enclosure replete with ground mounted equipment and generato r. The first occupant of the tower will be Verizon Wirel
Note of thanks and invitation to attend Shamrockin Shenanigans:
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for The Choral Belles fundraiser in December 2025! Thanks to your incredible generosity, we raised over $1,400 for the Accessibility Project. Your support brings us closer to creating an accessible and welcoming Beach Club for all members and guests. The excitement continues—our next fundraiser will be open to the community and will require advance ticket purchase. We hope to celebrate with you again soon!
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