When Ole Dahl opened a cabinet shop in the 1940’s he probably had no idea that it would respond to the communities’ needs and expand into a lumber company that his sons Harold and Olaf would help run. Little did he know that the lumber company would become a thriving glass business that Harold would eventually pass down to one of his four sons. An integral part of the Silverdale community since 1946, Dahl Glass enjoys membership in the Rotary, Silverdale Chamber of Commerce, and the Home Builders Association. Dahl Glass is committed to providing the community with top quality products and service, for all glass and window needs, in a timely and professional manner. Kevin Dahl, the current owner is the first in his family to receive a college degree, graduating from WSU in 1985 with a degree in economics. He is a businessman who thrives on the fast pace of the present state of the shop and often travels around the Sound negotiating contracts. Past and present, work and family intertwine in the formerly father and sons business. In addition, Kevin makes time for the Rotary’s “Student of the Month” program and has contributed to many of Silverdale’s Whaling Days celebrations. Harold Dahl continues to work in the shop and trains youth in ethical business practices for the future. Both Harold and Marylou Dahl have built a Stained Glass business into an educational opportunity and creative outlet offering ready made gifts and all the supplies and instruction needed to create your own dreams. Winner of the 1999 West Sound Work/Life Partnership Award, selected for its commitment to developing and implementing policies and programs that assist employees in the balancing work and life responsibilities, illustrates the Dahl Glass is committed to its employees, as well. Dahl Glass has also received the following recognition: 2000 BBB “Business of the Year Finalist”; Community Involvement Award” and Silverdale Chamber of Commerce “Pioneer Business of the Year 2006”. This family and business has truly influenced Kitsap County in the last millennium and will continue the tradition in the next.