Arts
Poet questions language that defines our world
While the task for any poet is to choose the exact word or phrase that gives meaning —…
News
Jewish congregation will share historic church with Zen group
For almost 90 years, a white clapboard building on Westside Highway has been the spiritual home for several…
Arts
New book heralds the ABCs of beloved Vashon landmarks
In a whimsical and colorful celebration of place, a new book, “V is for Vashon,” is the collaborative…
Arts
Seattle performance artist joined by local talent
Spoken word, live music, narrated memoir with cartoons, photos and maps, personal objects given away — let’s just…
Arts
Photographer reveals her mind’s eye in island show
Island photographer Lori Kay likes shapes. The more repetitive the shape is, the better. They grab her attention…
Arts
Portraits showcase faces of Latino community
Eight years ago, island painter Pam Ingalls hung a portrait exhibition called “Facing Vashon” at The Hardware Store…
Arts
Students share the stage with rock group
Vashon student musicians will open Sharing the Stage’s 11th concert for the headline band The Young Evils this…
Arts
Duo opens its doors to eclectic art
The second stop on the Art Studio Tour map lists a spot where a mother-and-son duo — a…
Arts
Islander travels back to the future with world music
Occasionally there are watershed events that change the course of one’s life in a single moment. For islander…
News
Local poets bring to light a dark time in history
On the fateful day of February 19, 1942, Executive Order 9066 changed the lives of Japanese-Americans by opening…
News
Let the poetry hunt begin
In celebration of April’s status as National Poetry month, two island poets, Rain O’Shine, 17, and Lily Robinthal,…
Opinion
Islanders invited to tell their stories for new project
When Shirley Ferris was recovering from surgery last October, her neighbor Mary Shackelford often stopped by to check…
Arts
Fundraiser brings renowned musicians to town
Let’s just say this is a big deal. Grammy-award winning guitarist Bill Frisell and acclaimed composer and violist…