Boatyard Stormwater Dedication Ceremony By Port of Port Townsend on Jun 23, 2026 04:00 pm Join us on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – 11:00 A.M. at the Boatyard (Larry Scott Trailhead/near 305 8th Street) 11:00 A.M. Gather/enjoy live music 11:20 A.M. Dedication ceremony 12:00 P.M. Enjoy music and cookies – tour the system Please join the …
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Because this seemed like a good thing for anyone and everyone…. You Are Invited to Something Extraordinary June 20 – July 4, 2026 at Tri-Area Community Center, Chimacum, WA Fifteen Days of Free Community Dining, Inspiration, and Connection Imagine a place where anyone can gather around the table, share nourishing food, meet new friends, and …
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WHAT IS PREPAREDNESS DAY? Want to learn how to prepare yourself and your family for an emergency? Connect with your community and increase our collective disaster resilience? Enjoy FREE strawberry shortcake and field games? JOIN US for Preparedness Day and experience the world of community response! Discover your organized neighborhood with NPEP, find …
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Intersection Paving at Boat Haven June 8-9 and June 10-11, 2026 By Port of Port Townsend on Jun 05, 2026 04:22 pm Grading work will be taking place at Boat Haven at the intersection of Washington Street and Boat Street on Monday and Tuesday, June 8 and 9 to prepare for asphalt paving on Wednesday and …
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Just a note to everyone who checks this blog regularly. Number 1; THANK YOU! I will be away from regular computer use for the next 3 weeks. I have scheduled some posts but will not be able to post the most relevant stuff that comes up on short notice. When I get back, I would …
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Read the details carefully. Now county residents will have to pay for recycling partly due to people not following the recycling requirements for the self drop bins. There are many other reasons for the change too which includes the relocation plan for the solid waste facility. The FLYERS and WEB-PAGE are interesting reading. Now is a …
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.. the historic Schooner Suva has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, thanks to a successful nomination by the Whidbey Island Maritime Heritage Foundation. At 100 years old, the Suva is an iconic piece of Salish Sea and Whidbey Island history, designed by renowned naval architect Ted Geary for “gentleman attorney” Frank …
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By now you may have received paper ballots for the 2026 Board of Trustees packed together with a renewal form. If you have already renewed, we apologize for the redundancy. If you have not renewed, please continue to be a member by renewing and whenever possible, donate a little extra. Associations cost money to exist …
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This Thursday November 13th at 5:30 at the clubhouse. It’s been a great year so let’s celebrate! Prizes will be awarded. There will be a short presentation on the state of the club and changes planned for next year. It is a potluck so please try to bring something to share. Beer, wine, and soft …
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The editor of this blog will be out of town/coverage/internet for a period of September right after the Wooden Boat Festival. If the newsletter is thin, I beg forgiveness and call on willing parties to be co-editor going forward. I have not been able to line up relevant posts in advance. Hope all could enjoy …
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Spread the word and join us for some fun for a good cause. Click the link to download a printable flyer. PTMTA Bingo Flyer 2025.pdf THANK YOU!
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Recycling flyer: https://jeffersoncountysolidwaste.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/20254-Recycling-flyer-Glass-is-back-7-15-25-1.pdf
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The PTMTA welcomes new member Ezra Paskus of Tako Marine Surveys and Services! Tako Marine Surveys & Services
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It only takes a couple of complaints to taint the reputation for excellence at our working waterfront. Due to some complaints, the PTMTA was put in the awkward position of creating a ‘disclaimer’ now located on the services directory. We are all responsible for being our best selves in the work we do so please …
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Alex Spear In a town full of maritime characters, Alex Spear’s contribution to Port Townsend’s wooden boat legacy is hard to typecast for its breadth and nuance. As a craftsman, Alex made his bones in Point Hudson’s sawdust-filled heyday. Working with the likes of Ed Louchard and Steve Chapin on signature projects like the the …
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Underground Utility Construction Resumes on Monday By Port of Port Townsend on Jun 20, 2025 09:42 am FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 20, 2025 Underground Utility Construction to Resume June 23 at Boat Haven Construction of a new underground force main will resume at Boat Haven, starting Monday, June 23 and ending June 27, 2025. The …
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Nelson departs Port after 24 years; Scott is new lease manager Jun 17, 2025 | News Sue Nelson, right, retires this month as the Leases and Contracts manager for the Port of Port Townsend, ending 24 years with the Port. Heron Scott, left, former manager of the Port Townsend School of Woodworking, will replace her. …
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We’re excited to introduce Rebecca Benjamin, the School’s new Executive Director. Rebecca has officially started in her role, and we’d love for you to join us in welcoming her at one of two upcoming Open House Meet & Greet Events. Visit the campus on either Saturday, June 21st between 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM or …
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SAVE THE DATE! Saturday June 28th, 2025 Celebrating Community Resilience and Emergency Preparedness Finnriver Farm and Cidery 9AM – 4PM Part 1 – Deep Dive on Emergency Preparedness – 9AM – 12PM Building Community Networks, Mindset Development, Skill Building and Resource Sharing. Part 2 – Emergency Preparedness, Training Party (EPTP) – 12PM-4PM Community Booths, Kids …
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