The Sequim Gazette

09/09/2025

This month, Linda Klinefelter discusses the importance of self-care for caregivers.

Dear Readers, I launched the column “Dementia Caregiving 101” to be a lifeline for caregivers supporting loved ones facing the challenges of dementia. This column is dedicated to providing not only information but also heartfelt support and valuable resources for those who may struggle to attend...

09/09/2025

The Clallam Transit System board has unanimously approved a six-year Transit Development Plan that details how its goals align with state and federal priorities.

Annual report details capital improvements, finances

09/09/2025

Here are Clallam County Environmental Health Services’ restaurant/ food businesses’ inspections for the month of August.
Inspectors visited 17 establishments, and found seven locations with perfect scores. Ten locations were found with varying health and/or retail practice violations. Some establishments corrected measures during the initial inspection.

Here are Clallam County Environmental Health Services’ restaurant/ food businesses’ inspections for the month of August.

09/08/2025

"September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and there is no better time to get your free library card."

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and there is no better time to get your free library card. If you already have a card, invite a friend to join you in exploring all the library has to offer. Over the past year, nearly 1,700 people signed up for a new card at the Sequim Library, joining thousa...

09/08/2025

An exciting season awaits at Field Arts & Events Hall in Port Angeles, with a much-anticipated calendar filled with returning favorites and new partnerships! Field Arts & Events Hall

The Olympic Peninsula’s premiere performing arts venue partners with BANFF, Nat Geo & more for fall/winter shows

09/06/2025

The annual Olympic Peninsula Air Affaire and Sequim Valley Fly-In, held Saturday, Aug. 30 at Sequim Valley Airport, once again drew families, flight enthusiasts and those looking for some carefree fun on Labor Day weekend.

More pictures: https://www.sequimgazette.com/news/air-affaire-offered-some-labor-day-weekend-fun/

09/06/2025

The Sequim Community Christmas Chorus is preparing to launch its 38th season of presenting sacred Christmas music for the community and is calling all who love to sing.

The Chorus is open to singers of all levels of experience and participation, and there are no auditions or fees.

SCCC sings only sacred Christmas music, but has no religious affiliation and is presented in cooperation with the Sequim-Dungeness Valley Chamber of Commerce. Rehearsals are weekly on Tuesdays beginning Sept. 9, with registration at 6 p.m. and rehearsal beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Sequim Seventh-day Adventist Church at 30 Sanford Lane.

Rehearsals will continue Tuesday nights from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m., with performances Dec. 5 (7 p.m.), Dec. 6 (2 p.m.) and Dec. 7 (2 p.m.).

For more information or to pre-register, email [email protected] or call coordinator Shirley Legg at 206-550-5604.

09/06/2025

Kitsap Bank is partnering with the Sequim Food Bank to host a shred event on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon at Kitsap Bank’s Sequim branch, 1320 W. Washington St.

Participants must make a monetary donation to have their documents shredded. There will be a maximum of 75 pounds per shred per vehicle. All funds raised will support the Sequim Food Bank.

09/06/2025

The Sequim City Band will give its final summer concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7 at the James Center for the Performing Arts, 506 N. Blake Ave. in Sequim.

Under the direction of Music Director Tyler Benedict, with guest conductor Ken Bergevin, the ensemble will present a program titled “Movies, Musicals, and Marches” — a tribute to some of the most iconic themes and melodies ever to grace the silver screen and the stage.

The outdoor concert is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and perhaps even a picnic.

09/05/2025

Just a little longer for the renovation and expansion of the Sequim Library to be complete, staff report.
Administrators with the North Olympic Library System (NOLS) had hoped for a spring reopening of the building at 630 N. Sequim Ave., and then a late summer opening, but due to delayed deliveries of large infrastructure elements, the reopening has been pushed out to a late fall timeline.
Story: https://www.sequimgazette.com/news/sequim-branch-reopening-shifted-to-late-fall/

09/05/2025

The community will have an opportunity to meet the new Olympic Peninsula Humane Society Executive Director Spenser McGinty on Sunday, Sept. 7.

OPHS will host a barbecue celebration from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2nd Chance Ranch, 135 Dun Rollin Lane, in Port Angeles. No ticket is needed, but donations are welcome. There also will be a 50/50 raffle (must be present to win).

Barbecue celebration planned for Sept. 7

09/05/2025

Ambassadors and officials with the Sequim-Dungeness Valley Chamber of Commerce joined members of the 7 Cedars Hotel & Casino team on Friday, Aug. 22 for the Grand Opening of 7 Cedars’ Prince Pavilion, a venue space on the hotel’s west side. The patio has an operable ceiling and operable walls, so it can be completely open or completely enclosed. The space is available for special events and has a bar and stage area.

Photo by Time Catcher Photography