On August 2 and 3, the citizens of Port Gamble, Kitsap (Washington) will be entertained at a new festival focused on sustainable living. The festival titled The Great Peninsula Future Festival will focus on energy conservation, environmental preservation, transportation, green building and recycling. And just like at any festival and fair you will be able to be delighted by entertainment, crafts and local food. 

The chief organizer for the event is Sandra Bauer, sister of Kitsap County Commissioner Steve Bauer who first conceived the idea. Sandra hopes that people will "come for the family entertainment and stay for the message." Sponsors for the event already include: Kingston Lumber, Kitsap County, Port Gamble, Port Madison Enterprises of the Suquamish Tribe and Cassandra Firman. 

Read the full story at The Kitsap Sun

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