In the past year, a soft-spoken man who says he “can’t play an instrument or sing a note” has become one of the most important figures in Vashon’s vibrant music scene.
Author, artist and acupuncturist Ann Leda Shapiro published a book last month about the Island she calls home, a publication that she hopes can become a tool for social change. She’ll read from her book on Friday.
The Vashon High School Class of 2009 graduated on Saturday, June 13, to the claps and cheers of friends, family and community members on the high school football field.
A bounty of bucolic blooms, inspired artwork, live music and informative workshops will all come together later this month as part of Vashon Allied Arts’ 19th annual Garden Tour.
Islander Jean Davies Okimoto first knew she wanted to be a writer when she was a sixth-grader in Ohio.
For every newcomer who meticulously plans a move to Vashon, there are always one or two others who seem to arrive on the Island by chance.
The Island has a full lineup of music on tap starting on Thursday night and continuing through the weekend. Many of the shows boast free admission, and one show is being staged to raise money for a good cause. Take your pick or hop from venue to venue — and don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes.
Get ready for Garden Tour What has six gardens, art al fresco, live music, a sunset gala, demonstrations and even…
One Island institution is turning 25 this month, and Islanders are invited to its birthday bash.
Music fans can rediscover American roots music in an upcoming Vashon Allied Arts New Works concert.
Vashon’s galleries will roll out the red carpet for June’s First Friday Gallery Cruise. Art aficionados, get ready for an artful stroll.
Three Island artists — Donald Cole, Joan Wortis and Elaine Hanowell — will present a slide talk this weekend about their recent journey to Vietnam.
For decades, storyteller Cathy Spagnoli has traveled around the world, learning and sharing tales from regions near and far. Today, after her own story has taken a difficult turn, the internationally known artist spends quiet days at home on Maury Island.
