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Tour of Vashon High reveals sorry state of disrepair

It’s too early for The Beachcomber to weigh in on the merits of the three proposed renovations to…

The garden of Mia McEldowney and Bill Mitchell is one of those open to visitors on this year’s garden tour.

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Vashon Garden Tour happening June 21, 22

For the past 18 years, Island gardeners have opened their garden gates to allow the public to see…

It’s time to celebrate summer

Arts

Vashon summer concerts start June 19

The sounds of Pangéo will fill the air at the Village Green in the evening on Monday

Arts

Vashon folk dancing series kicks off June 23

The Village Green will be the scene of a lively concert and participatory folk dance at 6:30 p.m.,…

Arts

From glass blowing to dance, Vashon Arts has it for teens

Teens can find creative outlets — from Glass Camp to Summer Stage, to photography and dance — at…

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Vashon school retirees honored | Photo

Erich Doughly receives his certificate from Capt. Candy McCullough

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Vashon fire academy graduates 15

A graduation ceremony was held at Vashon Island Fire & Rescue on Saturday, May 31, to celebrate the…

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New location for Vashon parks meeting June 24 | Meetings Schedule

The Vashon Park District board of commissioners will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 24. The…

Peace activist Cindy Sheehan

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Anti-Iraq activist Cindy Sheehan visits Vashon | Photo

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Vashon Growers to host Nutrition and Wellness Fair June 21

The Vashon Island Growers Association will present its first ever Nutrition and Wellness Fair at the Vashon Farmers…

Carpe Diem Primary School put on a production of the classic children’s story

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Vashon-Maury Clubs & Organizations

A look at what various clubs and organizations on Vashon and Maury Island are up to.

Vashon's Two Wall Gallery seeks political art | Art Briefs

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Vashon’s Two Wall Gallery seeks political art | Art Briefs

Quick shots of what's happening in the Vashon-Maury islands art communities.

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Vashon merchants host flea market

Several Island merchants will participate in a charity flea market from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June…