As a collective of professionals who believe that “a rising tide lifts all boats” our mission is to: Position Quimper Peninsula as a Premier Event and Wedding Destination by building a Strong and Inclusive Community.
Our July member mixer is almost here, and we`re gathering at the beautiful Point Wilson Lighthouse. ✨
A quick but important heads-up on parking: a Discover Pass is required to park at the Lighthouse. Don`t have one? No problem — here`s the easy workaround: 🅿️ Park at TAPS and carpool down with someone whose vehicle has a Discover Pass. Just pop inside TAPS, mention you`re with QEC, and a bartender will issue you a parking pass.
This month`s agenda is packed with good stuff. Come to: 🔧 Learn about the Gig Seeker list in development — a resource to help find workers for your events 📸 Get the scoop on our upcoming styled shoot 💡 Hear from Heidi Haney on her business intake process and how she converts leads into booked clients Tour of the property from Mel the Keeper of the Lighthouse
Our mixers are open to non-members too — if your business is in the tourism or hospitality industry, come join us and see what the Collective is all about! 🤝
🏆We are SO proud to see our member businesses nominated in this year`s Best of the Olympic Peninsula – Jefferson County awards.
🙌🗓️ Voting is open Monday, July 13 – Sunday, July 26, 2026
Head to the ballot and show some love to the QEC members you know, trust, and celebrate alongside. Every vote helps crown the community favorites of 2026 — and there`s no one we`d rather cheer on than our own. https://www.peninsuladailynews.com/contests/Best-of-Jefferson-County/#//
🌊 Member Spotlight: Olympic Tours Co. Say hello to one of our member businesses bringing adventure to the waters of the Olympic Peninsula! 🛶 Based at the Cable House Canteen in the heart of beautiful Fort Worden State Park, Olympic Tours Co. is your one-stop-shop for getting out on the water. Picture yourself paddling across Admiralty Inlet, framed by mountain views and the historic, charming backdrop of downtown Port Townsend. ⛰️
Whether you`re a seasoned paddler or a first-timer, they`ve got you covered with: 🚣 Guided kayak tours 🐋 Whale watch boating 🌊 Kayak rentals
And when you`re back on land? The Cable House Canteen is right there to help you refuel. ☕ 📍 Fort Worden State Park, Port Townsend, WA
What a wonderful evening! 🙌 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last night for our June mixer — and a special thank you to @driftwoodpearlevents for hosting us at Port Townsend`s newest event venue, Captain Jack`s Beach Club.
We were also so grateful to have Jenn (Jenn Wells Accounting & Consulting) share her expertise with us — a great reminder that keeping our books in order is one of the best things we can do for our businesses.
Couldn`t make it? Jenn offers small business advising, QuickBooks support, and consulting or you can also reach out to @edcteamjefferson to connect with one of their business advisors for one-on-one support.
Today`s the day! Join us for this month`s Quimper Events Collective networking mixer — TODAY, Wednesday, June 17th, from 5-7 PM at Captain Jack`s Beach Club.
This month we`re welcoming Jennifer Wells for a Bookkeeping 101 session, plus plenty of time to connect with fellow event, wedding, and tourism pros.
And a reminder: our mixers aren`t just for members! If you`re in the wedding, event, or tourism industry anywhere on the Olympic Peninsula / East Jefferson County, come on by — we`d love to meet you.
📲 Quick Tutorial for Members! Make Sure Your Stories Are Shareable!
Want QEC to be able to re-share your event photos, behind-the-scenes moments, or business updates to our Stories? This quick tutorial walks you through the settings to make sure your account allows resharing.
Plus don`t forget you can also tag us @quimpereventsco— we`d love to share your work!
Questions about the settings? Drop a comment or send us a message.
Join fellow members and prospective members of the Quimper Events Collective for an evening of networking, conversation, and a look ahead at what`s coming in 2026.
Thursday, May 21 from 5–7 PM Propolis ~ 2457 Jefferson St, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Bites will be provided, beverages available for purchase.
Whether you`re a current member or just curious about what QEC is all about, this is a great chance to connect and learn more about our workplans for the year ahead.
Please RSVP or comment below and we`ll add you to the list!
We spent the morning learning all about some of the wonderful offerings that make Port Townsend so special. 🌊 From the waters of Puget Sound Express to the stories of Jefferson County Historical Museum, Olympic Tours, and our stunning state parks — this is your invitation to explore it all. Whether you`re a local or a visitor, there`s always something new to uncover.
Thank you @ptmainstreet for facilitating the event to help familiarize us on what`s happening on the Quimper Peninsula. 📍
Congrats to QEC founding board member Stephanie, of @withtheseringshandmade on the opening of @thecreativereuse.
Creative Reuse is a secondhand art and craft supply store coming to Port Hadlock, WA — collecting used supplies from businesses and individuals across the Peninsula and giving them a second life. From traditional art supplies to unexpected materials, there`s something for every creative.
Check it out starting Friday May 15th: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm
