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Christopher Bric’s photo of the Point Robinson lighthouse is one of many that will be exhibited at the Blue Heron.

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Island photographers capture this place they call home

Dozens of Island photographers are setting out to prove that when it comes to artistic inspiration, there’s no…

Pete Welch has brought more vibrancy to Vashon's music scene.

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A music fan keeps the shows rolling at Vashon’s bustling bistro

In the past year, a soft-spoken man who says he “can’t play an instrument or sing a note”…

Bea Johnson lingers on a path in her garden

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Stop and smell the roses on Vashon’s Garden Tour

A bounty of bucolic blooms, inspired artwork, live music and informative workshops will all come together later this…

Jim D’Asaro and Rebecca Spencer on their deck

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Theater pros find a vibrant life on Vashon

For every newcomer who meticulously plans a move to Vashon, there are always one or two others who…

Mike Urban’s steel sculpture

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Island galleries strut their stuff

Vashon’s galleries will roll out the red carpet for June’s First Friday Gallery Cruise. Art aficionados, get ready…

Figures from the Tay Phuong Pagoda.

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Artists share tales of a trip and raise money for a good cause

Three Island artists — Donald Cole, Joan Wortis and Elaine Hanowell — will present a slide talk this…

Seattle’s Yellow Hat Band will play at “Preserve the Reserve.”

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An evening of music and food benefits the Backbone Campaign

The Backbone Campaign will serve up barbecued salmon, giant puppets, a lively auction and homegrown entertainment in a…

News

State awards VAA $1 million grant

Vashon Allied Arts is slated to receive more than $1 million in state funds to help it move…

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Weekend promises a plethora of performances

Music lovers can prick up their ears this weekend and hear something they like — the Island will…

The Qadim Ensemble will join author and storyteller Michael Meade (top of page

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Keeping Vashon poetic

A small group of Island poets and poetry lovers has been hard at work for the past several…

Graduating seniors who will dance in “Swan Lake” include (left to right) Erik Hansen

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A swan song for seven ballet dancers

Seven graduating high school seniors will take center stage this weekend when Vashon Junior Civic Ballet presents one…

Rowena Hammill and Douglas Davis.

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Acclaimed cellists will star in chamber orchestra concert

Vashon Maury Chamber Orchestra will presents its final concerts of the season this weekend, with a children’s concert…

Aerialist Esther Edelman will be one of many featured performers at Islewilde’s benefit.

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Performers converge for ‘mother of all shows’

A constellation of Island performers will come together on Mother’s Day eve to raise money for Islewilde, Vashon’s…