Marine Thrift Swap Meet Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM The Marine Thrift Swap Meet, organized by Marine Thrift and Northwest Maritime, happens each April in Boat Haven. Bring your cash and stock up on used and useful tools, hardware, supplies, and more. Location The Marine Thrift Swap Meet will be …
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After 40 years, this unique over‑the‑water property is now available for lease! The Port welcomes you to stop by, tour the building, and share your ideas about its future. We’re eager to hear your creative concepts and vision for how this new public asset could best serve the community. The building is approximately 3,000 square …
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You can read it here: https://portofpt.com/wp-content/uploads/PortReport-Spring1-2026.pdf
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The Artful Sailor presents a full day workshop on basic palm and needle canvas work. The class project is a sailmaker’s apron that employs most of the same handwork skills involved in making our ditty bag but is doable in a day. If you would prefer private instruction, please contact us. SEE DETAILS Saturday, March …
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Marine Navigation for Women and Couples: Navigate Your Way with Confidence — Two-part, In-Person Class Embark on a two-part hands-on journey into marine navigation, tailored for women and couples eager to take the helm. This beginner-friendly course offers essential skills for aspiring commercial mariners, equal sailing partners, or solo adventurers aboard private yachts. It’s also …
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Mariner’s Memorial By Port of Port Townsend on Mar 06, 2026 12:48 pm Donations are gladly being accepted for the Mariners’ Memorial project to honor and remember residents of Jefferson County who were lost at sea. The site is the Point Hudson Breakwater Walkway. Costs include but are not limited to design, materials acquisition, installation …
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The Agenda and Meeting Materials for the Workshop and Regular Business Meeting of the Port Commission on March 11 have been posted. At 9:30 a.m., the Commission will discuss: 1) Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) with Bond Counsel and 2) Saltwater Estuary Project. There is public comment on this agenda. At 1:00 p.m., the Consent Agenda …
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The Artful Sailor’s Guide to Sewing Machine Maintenance, Adjustment and Sewing Skills. Many sail and canvas projects can be done with a basic domestic sewing machine. Heavily built, yet portable, vintage machines are inexpensive and can be hot-rodded for small craft sailmaking and sail repairs as well as bags, sail covers and awnings. LEARN MORE …
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Hi Everyone, On two separate occasions last month two Board members of the PTMTA received phishing emails asking the recipient to please send funding by electronic form. These phishing emails came from unknown email accounts and pretended to be Board members, using our first and last names. Thankfully we recognized that these emails were scammers and did …
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Housing Network Solutions hosts a housing link page where those with space to rent and those seeking housing can post and connect. Share this great resource.
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Title: Manage Your Finances With Confidence Using Scalable Accounting Systems Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time – New York Duration: 60 minutes For details and to register In this webinar, you’ll learn how to: Understand the basic accounting systems every small business needs Set up a simple structure for …
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In September 1860, a Black teenager ran away from slavery in Olympia, Washington Territory. An African-Canadian network helped him flee to Victoria—but Charles Mitchell’s “underground railroad” was a steamer on Puget Sound. Click below to read more. The Maritime Underground Railroad of Puget Sound
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WA Filing Services <wa@e.myfilingservices.com This is either a scam or a third party for profit company phishing for your business. Annual reports are filed on the SOS.WA.GOV and B&O/Sales Tax are filed on DOR.WA.GOV NOTE the .GOV on the web address. ALWAYS CHECK THE SENDER ADDRESS on an EMAIL when in doubt. …
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Upcoming Marine Systems Workshops New Offering! NWSWB now offers 3-day workshops in Marine Systems topics designed for students of all experience levels. These courses serve a broad audience, from recreational boaters and avocational enthusiasts to professional marine technicians seeking to expand their expertise in specific subject areas. Workshops focus on recreational vessels and practical marine …
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In searching for a deal on a particular piece of deck hardware, a purchase was made from the website “marinesupplyco.com” . All indications, after three weeks and no part, are that this site is a scam. You’d never know by looking at it. The only red flag that got ignored is paying a Paypal invoice …
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Young Entrepreneur Academy Transform Your Dreams into a Business The Young Entrepreneur Academy (YEA) is a free, virtual, on-demand business training resource with a self-guided curriculum co-designed by young adult entrepreneurs. The program is specifically tailored for young adults, age 16 to 30, who are ready to explore self-employment and entrepreneurship. The academy features 10 …
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Taught by experienced presenters from the Cruising Club of America, this engaging class helps couples prepare for safe and confident cruising together. It’s designed for partners where one person is less experienced, or where both are relatively new to cruising. Participants will learn practical tools to prevent, and, if necessary, respond to, on-water emergencies. Topics …
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Port Townsend StyroCycler’s next collection will be on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 10:00 to noon, at Fort Worden Battery Putnam (near Alexanders Castle, 229 Alexanders Loop for your GPS). We do not post signs. Be prepared to find us on your own. RESIDENTS OF EAST JEFFERSON COUNTY ONLY. Stay home if the weather is bad (high …
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Want more creative, motivated employees who are eager to work hard and satisfy both internal and external customers? Good leaders empower their employees to feel confident, valued and motivated. In this course discover what motivates people, how to resuscitate motivation and how personality affects motivation. You will also learn how to give clear and motivating …
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Are you wanting to turn your passion into a business? Not sure where to start? This class will give you the tips and knowledge to dive into self-employment from someone who has first-hand experience. By the end of this course, students will have the understanding of how to begin self-employment, how to stay organized and …
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