Best Of... - Best of North Kitsap - 2016

FINALIST 2016 BEST EVENT

KINGSTON FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION

Herald North K itsap

FROM THE READERS OF THE

WINNER 2016 BEST EVENT VENUE, BEST TOURIST ATTRACTION, BEST BEACH, BEST PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE & MOST ROMANTIC PLACE IN NORTH KITSAP

POULSBO WATERFRONT

A SUPPLEMENT OF THE NORTH KITSAP HERALD

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Delivering excellence in Senior Care is our game...

Celebrating another citation-free state survey three years in a row!

Thank you to our residents, families, staff & North Kitsap Herald readers for voting us one of the best senior care providers Call and schedule a free tour and lunch and you will experience our community filled with warmth and new friends.

LIKE US ON

360-779-5533

19360 Viking Avenue N.W., Poulsbo

www.libertyshores.com

Liberty Shores

SENIOR LIVING

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Readers reveal their favorites in North Kitsap Most people know North Kitsap for its forests and shores, for Norwegian-themed downtown Poulsbo, and for culture-rich Little Boston and Suquamish. But, do you know where to get the Best Burger, Best Beer Selection, Best Dessert? According to our latest Best of North Kitsap survey, residents here love to boast about what makes living in North Kitsap so unique.

More than 1,400 readers responded to our annual online survey this year, submitting nominations in approximately 80 categories. Look within these pages and you’ll see the people and places that survey respondents say are standouts in various services, food, shopping, entertainment,

fitness and sports, public servants, and best aspects of living in North Kitsap. The nominees help make living here a special experience. They deserve a shout out, as do the readers that participated in our annual survey. Thank you all! The special section you are holding helps tell the story of North Kitsap’s communities: Poulsbo, Kingston, Eglon, Hansville, Indianola, Keyport, Little Boston, Port Gamble, Suquamish.

North Kitsap is an exciting, thriving place where diversity reigns: beaches, farmland, forests, sea views, seaside towns, wildlife, entertainment, recreation, retail, services and tourism. If you’re looking for a contractor, a restaurant, a gift shop, a place

to work out or, where to get the best burger, you’ll find the Best of North Kitsap a fun source.

The Best of North Kitsap is published by the North Kitsap Herald, which has been the Voice of North Kitsap since 1901.

Call 360-779-4464 for convenient home delivery. You can also stay up-to-date on North Kitsap news and events by visiting NorthKitsapHerald.com.

Enjoy this special section. And have fun.

Donna Etchey, General Manager/Advertising

Skin • Nails • Body

Kitsap’s premier destination for skincare, manicures, pedicures, makeup artistry, and spa services Exclusively available at Beautifully Polished Image • Jan Marini • Jane Iredale • Intracueticals • Hydropeptide • Glamglow • Coola VOTED BEST NAIL TECHNICIAN IN NORTH KITSAP 9 YEARS IN A ROW

TOP 5 BEST MANICURE & PEDICURE IN WESTERN WASHINGTON

TOP 10 BEST FACIAL IN WESTERN WASHINGTON

18825 Andersen Parkway NE • Downtown Poulsbo

OFFICIAL SALON, SPA, AND MAKEUP ARTISTS OF THE MISS WEST SOUND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

(360) 598 - 6000

POULSBO EMERGING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2016

PREFERRED DAY SPA & SALON OF KIANA LODGE

BeautifullyPolished.com

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Accountant

Architect

Habecker Waddell Habecker FINALISTS

Aaron D. Murphy ADM Architecture Poulsbo

Anderson Accounting

FINALISTS

Schultz & Associates

Richard Prine

Kingston CPA

Wayne LaMont LaMont Design Jay Volz

Acupuncturist

Audiologist

Acupuncture & Wellness Center

Peninsula Hearing Inc.

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Kingston Crossing Wellness Clinic

Hearing Advantage

Nancy Knode

The Doctors Clinic

Twisted Chiropractic Winner, Best Clothing Shop: Flicka - Women’s Clothing Boutique.

Photo by Sharon Allen Pictured: Susanna Leche - Boutique Specialist

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Thank you for your continued support and trusting us with your plumbing needs.

Voted Best of North Kitsap since 2008!

HERALD NORTH KITSAP

26061 United Rd. NE Kingston

(360) 297-9592

Lic# SWIFTP*1091QE

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Auto Body Shop

Barber/Stylist

Carpet Cleaning

Contractor

North Kitsap Auto Rebuild

Heidi Wood Artisan Salon

Stanley Steemer Kingston

Island Hammer

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Tim Ryan Construction

Ken’s Auto Repair

Cut It Again Sam

Steamway Carpet Cleaning

Hiro’s Japanese Automotive

Diane at Bon Cheveux Salon & Spa

Good Scents Carpet Cleaning

John’s Auto Rebuild

Whitney Salon 371

Robert Kingston Carpet Cleaners

FINALISTS Brent Nuckols Construction Joe Gates Construction

Doctor

Auto Repair

Barista

Chiropractor

Ken’s Northwest Automotive

AJ Stokes Hot Shots Java

Ryan Chiropractic

Teresa Anderson Sound Family Health

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Liberty Bay Auto Center

Coffee Oasis

Sunny Gill -Kingston Crossing Wellness Clinic

Andrea Chymiy, Pacifica Medicine & Wellness

Hansville Repair

Sierra at Majestic Mountain

Angel Wunder - Wunderful Health

Karl Hadley Doctors Clinic

Benchmark Automotive

Jenn at Latte on the Way!

Michelle Cho Gip - Well Being Health Center

Sally Fleishman, Doctors Clinic

Bank

Bartender

Kitsap Credit Union FINALISTS

Jarred Otto Sogno di Vino

Columbia Bank

FINALISTS

Kitsap Bank Navy Federal Credit Union

Slippery Pig Brewery Tara Brass Kraken Caitlyn Hatchel Hood Canal Brewery

The Grub Hut Voted “Best Burger” in North Kitsap 2009-2015

• Burgers/Veggie Burgers • All Natural Grass Fed Beef • Philly Cheese Steak • Gyros, Salads • Shakes & More

• Gluten Free Available Call in orders welcome! 360-881-0147 11130 NE State Hwy. 104 • Kingston

www.Peaceloveandgrub.com

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Dentist

Green Business

Jennifer Thornton at Poulsbo Dental

Central Market

FINALISTS

Upsy Daisy Salon & Spa Inc

Scott Broadbent, DDS at Village Dental

Slippery Pig Brewery

FINALISTS Valley Nursery

Dan Peck, DDS

Hair Salon

Eugene Mumford, DDS Lance Rencher, DDS

Sway Salon

Electrician

FINALISTS

Bird Electric

Salon 371

FINALISTS

Inspiritu Salon

Mathews Electric

Upsy Daisy Salon & Spa Inc

Bon Cheveux Salon & Spa

CSW Electric & HVAC Sunset Electric

Central Market File Photo

Thank You for 32 Years of Support!

THE SPORT HAUS Specialists in running shoes... we make happy feet!

Running Walking Baseball

Soccer Tennis Football

Basketball Volleyball Lacrosse

Poulsbo Village Shopping Center

(360) 697-2311 Mon-Fri 9:30am-7:00pm • Sat 9:30-6:00pm

THANK YOU!

All of us at Dahlquist’s Fine Jewelry want to thank our community for again voting us one of the Best of North Kitsap!

We are grateful to be the solution for all of your jewelry needs, from simple repairs, to unique custom designs. We are proud to be North Kitsap’s Jewelry store for the last 35 years!

360-779-3013

“Providing Quality Jewelry Since 1981.”

19494 7th Ave. NE Poulsbo Village Shopping Center

www.dahlquistjewelry.com

An Authentic Taste of Vietnam

Thank You, North Kitsap for your votes for us in the 2016 Readers’ Choice Stop in today for a great experience!

Visit www.photnpoulsbo.com to view our variety of dishes!

(Please call ahead for groups of 8 or more) 360-394-1601 Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm • Sun Closed In the Poulsbo Village

Thank you for voting us one of the Best Hair Salons in North Kitsap for the past 8 years!

Salon & Spa 360.779.3993

www.boncheveux.com

19880 7th Ave., NE, Suite D Poulsbo, WA 98370

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Hardware Store

Naturopath

Coast Do It Best Hardware

Ruth Urand ND Sound Naturopathic Clinic

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Henery Hardware – Kingston

Kingston Crossing

Home Depot

Stephen Speidel ND - Speidel Naturopathic Clinic

Kingston Lumber

Kate D’archangel ND LMP

Insurance Agent

Orthodontist

EHL Insurance

Dr. Jeffrey Lingenbrink - Johnsonlink Orthodontics

FINALISTS Randi Jantz - Allstate Poulsbo Anna Jewel - American Family Insurance

FINALISTS

Fritz Jorg - State Farm

Interior Designer

Winner, Best Hardware Store: Coast Do It Best Hardware. Pictured from left: Photo by Bill McDonald Ethan, Brie, Bonita, Lincoln, Nicole, Nick & Brian

Trish Hodges FINALISTS Michele Interiors/ MD Design Group Connie Lamont Lamont Design Susan Rodgers

Jeweler

Dahlquist’s Fine Jewelry FINALISTS Blue Heron Jewelry Wide Mouth Frog Studio

Landscaper

Juan Care

Lawyer

Massage Therapist

Richard Tizzano FINALISTS

Beautifully Polished at Longworth Studios

Beebe Roberts & Bryan PLLC

FINALISTS

John Kinney Tolman Kirk Clucas

Lender

Kitsap Credit Union

Vera Massage & Day Spa Chelsea Hoyt - Kingston Crossing Wellness Clinic Tom Doran Bon Cheveux Salon & Spa

Nail Technician

Evergreen Home Loans

Beautifully Polished at Longworth Studio

Kitsap Bank

FINALISTS

FINALISTS Columbia Bank

FINALISTS

Jenny at Jenny’s Nails!

Olmsted’s Nursery

Apollo Salon & Spa – Poulsbo

Savage Plants & Landscaping

Be Be Nails

Emma Slone Generation Grow

Mimi at Mimi Nails & Spa

Dr. Troy Okunami/Braces Inc. Dr. Sheldon/Braces Inc. Dr. Johnson - Johnsonlink

Pharmacist

Central Market FINALISTS CVS Pharmacy – Poulsbo Albertson Savon Pharmacy Kingston Rite Aid Poulsbo

Photographer

Olympic Photo Group FINALISTS Jo Buxton Photography & Design Tyler and Hannah Photography Paul Dudley

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Congratulations to the businesses voted “Best in North Kitsap”

AUGUST 19, 2016

One of the Top 3 Realtors in North Kitsap since 2010!

A HEARTFELT

THANK YOU

for voting me one of the BEST IN NORTH KITSAP ‘10, ‘11, ‘12, ‘13, ‘14, ‘15 & ‘16!

You'll love what we can do for your smile!

• Denturist & Dentist on Staff • Crowns & Bridges • Cosmetic & General Dentistry • Denture Repair • Relines (Same Day)

• Extractions • Emergency Care • Dentures / Partials • Crown & Denture Implants

Most Insurances Accepted

19410 8th Ave. N.E., Suite 102, Poulsbo 360-779-1566 • 800-990-9116

email: AndersonDenture@hotmail.com • www.andersondenturedental.com

Catherine Arlen Realtor

My heart is in helping you home.

360.340.8186 catherinearlen@windermere.com www.catherinearlen.com

PENINSULA HEARING, INC.

THANK YOU to everyone who voted to make us the BEST in North Kitsap!

Change your hearing; change your life!

Call us today!

1308 W. Sims Way - 360-379-5458

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Thank You, North Kitsap for making Pacifica Medicine the Best!

Our professional wellness staff appreciates your support and business!

Andrea Chymiy, MD Marie Matty, MD Ulla Solberg, Health & Life Coach Kristen St. Carrell, RN & Licensed Massage Therapist In the Central Plaza Building near Central Market 19980 10th Ave. NE, Suite 202 (360) 979-0569 • wwww.pacificamedicine.com e-mail: info@pacificamedicine.com

Thank you again to all of our amazing clients! Because of your support, we are able to contribute to the following organizations this year: Rotary for Poulsbo and Bainbridge Island, Fishline, The Windermere Foundation, Indianola Beach Improvement Club, Madrona School, My Jewels of Hope, Share Net, Rebuilding Nepal, Crosspoint Scholarship Fund, Drive Basketball, Miss Poulsbo Building Lasting Relationships Scholarship Fund, Kingston Buccaneers Baseball, North Kitsap One Home At A Time Scholarship Fund, Crosspoint Athletic Department, 360.509.6988 • 360.509.2260 Kingston High School ASB, Gateway Christian Schools, www.realestatekitsap.com and families in need in our community…

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POULSBO VILLAGE

AUGUST 19, 2016

Thank You for voting for us as one of the Best Tire & Auto Repair Shops!

NORTH KITSAP’S SHOPPING CENTER

SPECIALTY SHOPS | RESTAURANTS | GROCERY | SERVICES | LOTS OF PARKING! Allen’s Cleaners A New Beginning Bebe Nails Burger King Chung’s Teriyaki Cleaver Construction Coast Do It Best Hardware Cobbler Shoppe Cut it Again Sam Dahlquist’s Fine Jewelry Defensive Driving School Dollar Tree

Domino’s Pizza Edward Jones Investments El Huarache Restaurant Elmer’s Restaurant Farmers Insurance Gallery of Hair Design Galletta School of Dance Golden Lion Restaurant Harrison’s Comfort Footwear Island Hammer LLC Liberty Tax Service

Meat Market 5 De Mayo Sound Publishing Sound Classified North Kitsap Herald Sunrise Dental Olympic Wine Shop Sway Salon Papa Murphy’s Pizza The New You Peninsula Outfitters The UPS Store Pho T&N Restaurant Poulsbo Animal Clinic The Wild Bird Toys Etc. Poulsbo Village Chiropractic Ultimate Performance Rehabilitation and Richie’s Burger Urge Wellness Rite Aid Village Laundromat Sport Haus West Sound Sprint Store Treatment Center Starbucks Coffee Woodwork Tattoo Superior Pet Food

Off Hwy 305 • Poulsbo • www.poulsbovillage.com

Thank you for voting us a TOP FINALIST in these categories in the Best of North Kitsap!

Bar/Tavern • Clam Chowder Fish & Chips

In Business Since 1977 Products/Services Alignments Brakes Clutches

Diagnostics Mufflers Quick Oil Change

Tires Transmissions Tune - Ups

20245 Viking Avenue Northwest, Poulsbo, WA 98370

HOURS Mon.-Fri. 8am — 5pm Sat. 8am — 4pm Sun. CLOSED

www.kitsaptire.com

Thank You North Kitsap for Voting us the Best Hardware & Paint Store!

We Pride ourselves on being the Best in Customer Service 360-779-2000 • POULSBO VILLAGE www.coastdoitbesthardware.com

clean • calm • constant • REMODELS • NEW CONSTRUCTION • WATER HEATERS • GAS PIPING • BACKFLOW TESTING

(360) 394-7702 11225 NE State Highway 104 • Kingston, WA 360-881-0412 • www.thekingstonalehouse.com

www.kimcoplumbing.com

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North Kitsap Auto Rebuild would like to thank our customers and the public for voting us “Best Autobody Shop” in NK 1 2 3

REPUTATION We pride ourselves on honesty, hard work, timeliness and convenience!

KEEPING IT LOCAL We give back to our Community! Family owned: employing local technicians and staff who average over 20 years experience.

QUALITY WORKMANSHIP We guarantee our craftsmanship and warranty our work for the life of your vehicle.

We work with your insurance company and offer complimentary shuttle service to our customers

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Thank you for voting for Red Apple as one of the “Best Grocery Stores in North Kitsap” At Red Apple we are proud to offer the highest quality products in every department at affordable prices.

If you are looking for a new place to shop for all your needs then look at you’re locally owned Poulsbo Red Apple Market. We are fast, friendly, and convenient.

Sincerely,

Glyn Correll & Jeff Uberuaga Owners of Poulsbo Red Apple

(360) 779-4799

22177 Viking Ave. Way NW

AAA Washington Top Shop Award 10 consecutive years

NorthKitsapAutoRebuild.com

20441 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo, WA 98370 (360) 779-4422

k n a h T you!

We believe everyone deserves a home.

To thank you all for making 2016 our best year yet, we are giving back to the next generation by donating $2,500 to Coffee Oasis to help end homelessness in our local community.

19410 8TH AVE NE #101 POULSBO, WA 98370 (360)930-8150 MIKEANDSANDI.COM

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Physical Therapist

Spa/Skincare

Wade Zinn FINALISTS

Beautifully Polished at Longworth Studios

Brianne Martinez Kitsap PT

FINALISTS

Ron Mimaki Kitsap PT

Upsy Daisy Salon & Spa Inc

Megan Stanford DPT at DaVinci Physical

Bon Cheveux Salon & Spa Apollo Salon & Spa

Place To Worship

Tattoo Studio

Home

Woodwork Tattoo & Gallery

FINALISTS Bayside Community Church Newlife North Kitsap

FINALISTS

Gateway Fellowship

Thor’s Hammer & Needle Silver City Tattoo

Plumber

Black Dragon Tattoo

Swift Plumbing Finalist, Best Grovery Store/Mini-mart: Red Apple Market. Pictured from left to right: Eric Jensen, Emily Rucks, Kristan Stenman, David Wocher.

Photo by Bill McDonald

FINALISTS West Sound Plumbing

Topsoil or Gravel

Vern’s Organic Topsoil FINALISTS

Kimco Plumbing

Real Estate Agent

Aaron’s Plumbing

Senior Services

Mike & Sandi Nelson NK Fishline Real Estate FINALISTS FINALISTS Kimmel & Young Ida Bear Windermere

A & L Topsoil Hard Rock Olympic Organics

Liberty Shores/Harbor House Martha & Mary Meals on Wheels Kitsap

Catherine Arlen Windermere

Kens Northwest Automotive Complete Auto Repair

We appreciate your voting for us!

Thank you, North Kitsap for voting us one of the Best Automotive Repair Shops in North Kitsap!

19470 Viking Ave. NW, Suite 100 • Poulsbo • 360-697-5300

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BEST OF NORTH KITSAP 2008 - 2014 Custom Roasted, Organic & Fair Trade

Thank you for your years of support!

Custom Roasted Organic Coffees • Smoothies • Chai Tea ‘ Famous Blended Frazzes • Paninis • Ice Cream • Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Sandwiches • Fresh Baked Cookies • Pastries • Gourmet Flavors • Teas

Home of the 2 for 1 Double Shot

Downtown Poulsbo • Front St. • 360-779-2171

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Great Job! Our congratulations to all the Best of North Kitsap winners!

(360) 779-4567

libertybaybank.com

Thank You for Voting Hearing Advantage

Best in Audiology for the Past 7 Years

Call today for your complimentary hearing consultation.

Suzanne Tapper

360.697.1300

Poulsbo

Cascade View Medical Center 22180 Olympic College Way Diane Raszler, Au.D., CCC-A Scott John Raszler, M.A., CCC-A

HearingAdvantage.com

Sequim

5th Ave Professional Plaza 568 N Fifth Ave

Branch Manager

Thank you for voting Kitsap Credit Union for the categories of “Best Bank” and “Best Lender” We serve our neighbors with a simple philosophy – build quality relationships, provide valuable financial assistance, and empower people to achieve more.

Thank you for noticing!

Stop by one of our North Kitsap branches to see why.

Poulsbo Branch 19045 Hwy 305

Kingston Branch 8196 NE State Hwy 104

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Bar/Tavern

Clam Chowder

Brass Kraken

JJ’s Fish House

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Slippery Pig Brewery Valholl Brewing Company The Kingston Ale House

BBQ

Central Market BBQ FINALISTS

Central Market The Kingston Ale House Slippery Pig Brewery

Coffee Shop/ Espresso Stand

Cups Espresso

The Grub Hut

FINALISTS

Dickey’s BBQ Poulsbo

Hot Shots Java

Slippery Pig Brewery

Latte On Your Way Poulsbohemian

Beer Selection

High Spirits FINALISTS Finalist, Best Bar/Tavern: Kingston Ale House Photo by Sharon Allen

Veterinarian

Asian Menu

Poulsbo Animal Clinic Aroydy Thai Cuisine FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Poulsbo Marina Veterinary Clinic

Pho T & N

Apple Tree Cove Animal Hospital Dr. Rachel, Apple Tree Cove

Deli

Central Market

Central Market

FINALISTS

Slippery Pig Brewery

ChocMo

Marina Market

2 Brothers Deli Butcher & Baker Provisions

Breakfast/Brunch

ChocMo FINALISTS

Dessert

ChocMo

Green Light Diner

FINALISTS Mora Iced Creamery

Central Market

Port Gamble General Store & Cafe

Chung’s Teriyaki

Cups Espresso

Sluy’s Bakery

Butcher & Baker Provisions

Waiter/Waitress

Bakery

Brewery

Fish & Chips

Joe Pho T&N

Sluy’s Bakery

Valhöll Brewing

JJ’s Fish House

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Bella Luna Pizzeria

Central Market Bakery

Slippery Pig Brewery

Kingston Ale House

Marie at That’s a Some Italian

Fat Apple Bakery

Downpour

The Loft

Julie Krucek at Jaks Cafe

Borrowed Kitchen Bakery

Sound Brewing

Central Market

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Hamburger

Steak

The Grub Hut

ChocMo

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

ChocMo

Whiskey Creek Steakhouse

Richie’s Burger Urge

Clearwater Casino

Green Light Diner

Agate Pass Cafe

Butcher & Baker Provisions

Italian Menu

Sogno Di Vino FINALISTS That’s A Some Italian Burrata Bistro Bella Luna

Lunch Place

ChocMo

Vegetarian Cuisine Finalist: Best Spa/Skincare: Upsy Daisy Salon & Spa Inc. Pictured from left: Natasha Pendergraft, Alexandria Davis, Sara McCluskey Photo by Sharon Allen

ChocMo FINALISTS

Mexican Menu

Pizza

Casa Luna

Poulsbo Woodfired Pizza

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Taqueria Los Cazadores

Central Market Pizza

Azteca Poulsbo

Bella Luna Pizzeria

Taqueria El Huarache

Sogno di Vino

Pho T & N Agate Pass Slippery Pig Brewery

FINALISTS Central Market

Thank You North Kitsap!

Green Light Diner The Grub Hut

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US BEST OF NORTH KITSAP BEST HAMBURGER • BEST DELI • BEST DESSERTS 4719 NE State Highway 104 Port Gamble WA 98364 360.297.9500 www.butcherandbakerprovisions.com

Our customers recognize and expect superior quality and customer service.

#MA22333

North Kitsap” 2008-2016

Thank you for your support 10978 St. Hwy 104 Kingston • 360-297-3366

19611 7th Ave. NE • Poulsbo 360.779.3285 • Most Insurances Accepted

∫

for letting us help you to celebrate lifes most beautiful moments.

Sincerely, Eric Thanem CPMT, LMP

Henery Hardware Voted into “Best of

Thank you for the privilege of serving the North Kitsap Community

you matter to us.

thank you

For supporting me and all of our other local businesses!

Kingston

Voted in Best of North Kitsap since 2009!

18946 Front Street Downtown Poulsbo 360-779-3322 www.blueheronjewelry.com

Gateway

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Best Beach

Point No Point FINALISTS Indianola Pier & Beach Downtown Poulsbo Hansville

Most Romantic Place in North Kitsap

Poulsbo Waterfront FINALISTS In the privacy of my own home Point No Point Port Gamble

Park/Playground Winner, Best Sporting Goods Store: Sport Haus. Pictured from left to right: Connie Barnes, Emily Huisingh, Rilee Estrada, Photo by Bill McDonald Paulette Huisingh, Mara Rockwell, Ed Huisingh

Lion’s Park Poulsbo FINALISTS Village Green Kingston

Wine List

Firefighter

School

Sogno di Vino

Michele Laboda

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

North Kitsap High School

ChocMo

Jim Shields

Central Market

Scott Trueblood

D’vine Wine

Jody Matson Poulsbo Fire Dept.

Jim Gillard Poulsbo Fire

Community Volunteer

Boone Eidsmoe FINALISTS Ardis Morrow Bill Austin Brittney Brown

Matt Thompson - ALS Honorable Mention – Smokey The Bear

Police Officer

Kilo and his handler Craig Keller FINALISTS Troy Grossman Stacy Smaaladen Nick Hoke

FINALISTS Wolfle Elementary Olympic College Poulsbo Poulsbo Middle School

Teacher

Tim Adams - NKHS FINALISTS Allison Lynch - Vinland Elementary

Raab Park Poulsbo Fish Park

Place To Meet People

Brass Kraken FINALISTS Poulsbo Waterfront Central Market Slippery Pig Brewery

Tourist Attraction

Poulsbo Waterfront

Mary Eidsmoe - Wolfle Elementary

FINALISTS

Diane Campbell - Gordon Elementary

Point No Point

Port Gamble Sluys Bakery

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Art Gallery

Bluewater Artworks FINALISTS Almost Candid Photo & Frame The Dancing Brush Front Street Gallery

Auto Sales

Liberty Bay Auto FINALISTS Hudson Auto Center

Bookstore

Liberty Bay Books FINALISTS Kingston Bookery The Book Stop Second Season-Fishline

Clothing Shop

Flicka - Women’s Clothing Boutique FINALISTS Diva de Beau Boutique Sport Haus Indigo Plum

Customer Service

Dahlquist’s Fine Jewelry FINALISTS Beautifully Polished Longworth Studios Central Market Bon Cheveux Salon and Spa

Finalist, Best Tourist Attraction: Point No Point Photo by Annie LaValle

Florist

Hardware

Nursery/Plants

Central Market

Valley Nursery

FINALISTS

Coast Do It Best Hardware

Valley Nursery

FINALISTS

Olmsted Nursery

Thistle Floral & Home Safeway Floral Dept

Gift Shop

The Cargo Hold

Kingston Henery Hardware Home Depot Poulsbo James Lumber Ace Hardware

Hobby Shop

FINALISTS Dragon Fly Nursery Savage Plants

Paint Store

FINALISTS

The Dancing Brush

Coast Do It Best Hardware

Found

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Kitsap Mosaics

Peninsula Paint

PaperQuirks

Home Depot

Vintage Housewife

Henery Hardware Kingston

Clever Port Gamble General Store

Grocery Store/Mini-mart

Central Market

Jewelry

FINALISTS

Dahlquist’s Fine Jewelry

JC’s

FINALISTS

Red Apple Market Marina Market

Blue Heron Jewelry Wide Mouth Frog Studio Modern Mercantile

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Event

Viking Fest FINALISTS Poulsbo 3rd of July fireworks Street Dance/Block Party Kingston Fourth of July Celebration

Event Venue

Poulsbo Waterfront FINALISTS Sons Of Norway

Winner, Best Casino: Clearwater Casino Photo courtesy of Clearwater Casino

Clearwater Casino Slippery Pig Brewery

Pet Shop

Boomers Pet Boutique

Vintage/Thrift/ Consignment

Diva de Beau Boutique

Place To Workout

Festival

Poulsbo Athletic Club Viking Fest FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Kitsap Cross Fit

Poulsbo Third of July

Superior Pet Foods

Second Season-Fishline

Snap Fitness

Kingston Fourth of July Celebration

Petco Poulsbo

American Sass

Poulsbo CrossFit

Country Pet Shoppe

Lucky Star Consignment Clothing

Sporting Goods Store

Best Hiking Trail

Sport Haus

Fish Park

FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Poulsbo Running

Port Gamble Trails

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Stottlemeyer to Port Gamble

Olympic Outdoor Center

Heritage Park Trails

Casino

Clearwater Casino

Local Band

One Shot Molly FINALISTS

FINALISTS

Blues Counselors

The Point Casino

Kingston High School Buccaneer Band Sweet T & Justice

Hansville Green Trails

Tire Shop

Les Schwab FINALISTS

Place To Fish

Point No Point

Kitsap Tire Center

FINALISTS

Liberty Bay Auto

Salisbury

Walmart

Liberty Bay Indianola Dock

Regional publisher: Terry R. Ward General manager/advertising: Donna Etchey Managing editor : Richard Walker Special publications editor : Leslie Kelly Creative services manager: Bryon Kempf

P.O. Box 278, Poulsbo, WA 98370 19351 8th Avenue NE, Ste 106, Poulsbo, WA 98370 Office (360) 779-4464 www.soundpublishing.com Copyright 2016 Sound Publishing

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AUGUST 19, 2016

NEW HOTEL Opening November 2016

• 94 Guest Rooms • Meeting/Conference Room • The Point Julia Café • Fitness Center • Outdoor Patio & Common Area for Receptions • Adjacent to 24-Hour Casino

Kingston, Washington

www.thepointcasinoandhotel.com 1.866.547.6468

The Point Casino & Hotel is proudly owned and operated by The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe.

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