Coupeville Sports

A parklet has sprung up in downtown Coupeville. (Sarah Kirkconnell photos)

NW Grace Street is now an ideal “resting zone” as you peruse the shops.

It’s news to me.

I live less than a mile away from the waterfront views of Front Street here in Coupeville and yet had no clue when my sister asked me if I had seen the changes to one of the side streets.

Now, “have no clue” is my default setting, so…

But anyway, it’s true — NW Grace Street is permanently blocked off and a spiffy new parklet has sprung up just in time for an official debut during this weekend’s Arts and Crafts Festival.

The new structure eases traffic congestion in the area, while giving folks a place to rest as they walk through downtown.

Otherwise known as “man benches” for guys waiting for their wives or significant others to finish hitting all the waterside shops.

Before wandering through Coupeville, tourists and locals alike can garner info on the best paths thanks to an article my sister posted today.

To find that, pop over to:

https://trailcooking.com/2022/08/10/local-adventures-hidden-trails-in-coupeville/