Located in the heart of downtown Gig Harbor, Waters Edge Gallery is sure to please any art enthusiast. Several local, regional, and national artists feature an array of artwork and posters. It offers several framing options for the perfect picture. Stop by the first Saturday of every month and participate in the artwalk. You could win a $50 gift certificate.
Locals of all ages have the opportunity to shine when they perform before the audience three times a week in wonderful classics like "Annie," "The Foreigner," "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "The Diary of Anne Frank," "West Side Story" and "Cinderella," to name a few. The Paradise offers dance, voice and acting classes for adults and kids. Paradise is a great place to host your own event too. Volunteers are always encouraged to come in and lend a hand, and the Annual Haunted House is sure to give you a fright.
Discovery Village is a child enrichment center that caters to children from birth to 9 years of age. It provides kids the opportunity to take part in classes, such as art, cooking, zumba and dance. The owners, Amber Allin and Mollie Hoff, strive to make the facility a safe and clean environment centered around serving young families with multiple children.
The cafe is stocked with healthy snacks, such as muffins and fresh fruits. The lunch menu consists of soups and sandwiches, such as the all-time favorite grilled cheese. Preschool classes are now being offered and drop-in playtime is always available.
The Ebb Tide is the oldest cooperative gallery in Gig Harbor. It was founded in 1984 by a group of local artists who wanted to show their artwork year round. The gallery offers jewelry, pastels, acrylics, photography and pottery. It is open daily for your viewing pleasure. If you are an artist interested in joining the cooperative gallery be sure and visit the website.
Featuring over 70 local and regional artists, Birdnest Gallery and Framing offers a large selection of maritime, nautical and wildlife artwork. It also offers pre-made frames to fit many standard sizes and custom framed mirrors. The gallery is a part of the Artwalk, on the first Saturday of every month.
This home-based gallery features the work of Giorgina Wells. She is a marine artist who studied watercolors at the San Franscisco Art Academy and is a member of the American Society of Marine Artists. The gallery features several colorful varieties of art work to include sailboats, underwater marine life, the roaring seas and historical landmarks. Original paintings and prints are available 24 hours a day on the website. The artist accepts commissions and is happy to answer any questions you may have.
Chips & Del Carvings in Wood, located on Key Peninsula, is the name of the business long time Key Peninsula resident Delbert Hansen. Mr. Hansen has been a woodcarver and sculptor for over twenty-five years and has his artwork displayed from time to time in local galleries. Those interested in viewing Mr. Hansen's artwork are encouraged to contact him for more information.
Regan's Rock School provides lessons in guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, drums, music theory, songwriting and performing for students of all ages and skill levels. Styles taught include folk, blues, classical, country, reggae, alternative, jazz, metal and R&B. It is operated by professional recording artist Regan Balman and offers family discounts and group rates.
