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Summer reading and activities at the Jefferson County Library District (JCLD) are going full speed ahead! Visit jclibrary.info to check out our programs and events calendar. On Saturday, July 4, the Library District will be closed for Independence Day. Don't miss this year's Adult Summer Reading Program. Play Plant a Seed Book Bingo and read Close to Home: The Wonders of Nature Just Outside Your Door by Thor Hanson. Join us at the end of the summer to enjoy an author talk by

Amanda Wilson, locally based Estate Planning Attorney with Northwest Estate Planning & Probate P.S., will present this free seminar and answer questions as time will allow. Join us at the Bay Club, 120 Spinnaker Pl, Port Ludlow, WA, on Wednesday, July 22, from 1- 2 p.m. Walk-ins welcome but RSVP appreciated at (360) 437-4172 or info@nwepp.com.

History Hikes Explore the North Olympic Peninsula Three guided outdoor experiences highlight the people, places, and stories that shaped our region. The Jefferson County Historical Society (JCHS) and North Olympic History Center (NOHC) invite community members to discover the history and cultural landscapes of the North Olympic Peninsula through the 2026 History Hikes series. Led by North Olympic History Center Executive Director David Brownell, the popular annual program com

“Loveliest of lovely things are they, on earth, that soonest pass away. The rose that lives its little hour is prized beyond the sculptured flower.” ~William Cullen Bryant, American poet (1794-1878) For thousands of years, the rose has been a symbol of beauty, love, and passion, and it remains so today. Growing roses can be demanding or carefree. Says whom??? Roses are shrubs of many forms, available for every bloom season and in a range of colors. Knowing rose classificatio

The Port Townsend Wednesday Farmers Market kicked off its second season on June 3, running Wednesdays from 3 – 6 p.m. on Tyler Street Uptown. The reopening featured a ribbon-cutting, dog treats, kids' activities, and lawn games. This year's market features 19 vendors offering produce, flowers, bread, prepared food, and more. Newcomers include Sourdough Social Club and A Place on Earth, a draft-horse-powered farm from the Dungeness Valley. A highlight this season is the Power

The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners has declared numerous items of county-owned equipment and vehicles as surplus. This action authorizes the sale of these items via public online auction throughout the 2026 calendar year. The surplus inventory includes 21 vehicles and pieces of equipment, as well as one boat and trailer, from departments including Public Works, the Health Department, and Juvenile Services. Notable items include Ford Escapes, pickup trucks, a Ford F

The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners has announced the availability of 0.1 percent sales tax funds for community grants for 2027 and 2028. This grant opportunity is intended to maintain, create, or enhance local services and programs overseen by the Jefferson County Behavioral Health Advisory Committee. Funding for this program comes from the Jefferson County 0.1 percent sales and use tax designated for behavioral health programs, including mental health and substanc

Jefferson County Genealogical Society is holding an America 250 celebration event on Saturday, June 13 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Tri-Area Community Center in Chimacum. Come join us! All are welcome to attend — no membership is required. Individuals choosing to join the Jefferson County Genealogical Society the day of this event will only pay $17.76 for a one-year individual subscription to JCGS. A full year of resources for researching your ancestral history.

By J. Warburton – LMC Firewise Committee You may have already heard that, due to low snowpack and a drier and warmer than normal winter, Washington State has already officially declared a statewide drought. These conditions increase the fire risk as we enter the wildfire season -- typically May through October. To bring awareness and to educate homeowners, the Ludlow Maintenance Commission (LMC) hosted an East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR) Wildfire Awareness presentation

This year's Adult Summer Reading Program has two fun activities! Play Plant a Seed Book Bingo and read Close to Home: The Wonders of Nature Just outside Your Door by Thor Hanson. Sign up at cleoreads.beanstack.com or pick up a paper tracker at the Library or Bookmobile to get started. Hear simple stories, sing songs, and play with your baby during Babytime. After the program, stay and play with other families. Storytime is now outdoors at H. J. Carroll Park on Mondays, 10:

Jefferson County Solid Waste invites you to join your fellow Jefferson County citizens for an engaging, interactive workshop with instruction on how to create and maintain a healthy compost system with food and yard waste. Create compost to amend your soil, retain moisture, provide essential nutrients for your plants, and MORE! Workshop cost is $25. Participants will receive a $125 Earth Machine compost bin. One per household, please. Participants must attend the full works

The Chimacum Farmers Market opened its 18th season on Sunday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chimacum Corner Farmstand. Opening day featured a twine-cutting ceremony, live music, kids’ activities, baby goats from Kodama Farm, and 30 local vendors offering farm-fresh produce, artisan foods, and handmade goods. Founded in 2008 by the Chimacum Grange and operated by Jefferson County Farmers Markets (JCFM), the market is a cornerstone of the local food system. The market runs S

Meet, connect, and learn from each other! The Port Ludlow Tangle Club will meet Thursday, June 11, at the Bay Club from 1 p.m.to 3 p.m. June’s meeting will be a “Chat and Tangle” meeting – come with your own supplies, tangle whatever you want, and have fun with others who share a common interest. Anyone can tangle! It’s easy to learn – repeated strokes, used in structured patterns called tangles, can be meditative and relaxing, helping you to slow down, unwind and “find your

Last October, we invited a very qualified gardener to speak at the Garden Club meeting on orchids. He was so well-received that we decided to extend another invitation to him, and thankfully he has graciously accepted. We are pleased to enjoy another educational presentation on Gardening for Fragrances through the Seasons. If you are a bit curious as to what this topic is about, you will surely want to join us at the Bay Club on Wednesday, June 10 at 11 a.m. to learn how Ryan