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The Poetry Well is a monthly column that showcases island poetry. This month includes a poem byVashon’s second poet laureate, Ina Whitlock.

The Poetry Well is a monthly column that showcases island poetry. This month includes a poem by Vashon's…

“Looking for Shelter” by Kenyan artist Ken Nyambura. Nyambura’s artwork is on display and available for sale at Giraffe this month.

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Art saves lives: Kenyan artist shows work on Vashon

When Kenyan artist Ken Nyambura hurriedly packed his rolled-up canvases into a suitcase, he had no idea what…

Jennifer Ritzinger Photo

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Tour of Cuba brings home colorful images

Last May, island husband-and-wife duo, photographer Ray Pfortner and designer Nancy Wing, led a WTE, Inc. photography tour…

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Dancers perform delicious show

Roald Dahl's celebrated story of Willie Wonka and the five lucky children who win a golden ticket to…

The Mysterial Woman

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Author offers hands-on pathway for change

Author, leadership consultant and former Vashon resident Suzanne Anderson will return to the island next week to sign…

The Girsky Quartet

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Beethoven marathon: quartet played every hour

The Girsky Quartet is on a mission to play all of the Beethoven quartets. Last season, the group's…

The work of a poet today: three poets discuss the topic followed by an open mic

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The work of a poet today: three poets discuss the topic followed by an open mic

What is the work of a poet in the world today? Islander Merna Hecht and Seattle poets Samar…

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Island musician returns to Vashon roots

Former islander, indie-pop and rock singer-songwriter Cami Lundeen will return to her Vashon roots with a show at…

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Newberry medalist releases new book

When island author and Newberry award-winner Karen Cushman sat down to write her 10th book for young readers,…

Linda Crayton Photo

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Dancers gather to perform spring show at VCA

It's been almost 15 years since Vashon Center for Dance has brought Prokofiev's classic ballet, "Cinderella," to Vashon…

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All Island Reads about racism, culture and white privilege

Islanders Lois Watkins and Janie Starr have each lived on Vashon for just over a decade, but they…

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Open Space kicks off renovation with gala fundraiser

For the past three years, in a sunny office on the second floor of the Open Space for…

Christina Tourin

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Workshop and concert showcase healing properties of the harp

By JULI GOETZ MORSER