TACOMA, WA: High school students are painting colorful murals on six storm drains around Point Defiance Marina aimed at educating the public on the impacts of stormwater pollution. The project promotes the city’s award-winning campaign “If it hits the ground, it hits the Sound.” An animal life painting class at the Science and Math Institute (SAMi) took it […]
Tickets on sale now for Dine We Must, a Victorian-inspired dinner with a Northwest twist
“Dine we must, and we may as well dine elegantly…” Buy your tickets now for an evening of fine foods, company and Victorian desserts set outdoors on the blissful lawn of Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. Dine We Must returns to Fort Nisqually on June 14, 2024, at 6 p.m. Guests will have exclusive access […]
Adventure Awaits: Family Activities for All Ages
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Summer Late Nights, created to reduce youth gun violence in Tacoma, receives award for Program Excellence
In the first three months of 2023, three Tacoma youth died as a direct result of gun violence. Another 10 were charged as adults in connection to violent felonies, including homicide. On May 16, 2023, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 41197 acknowledging the devastating impact of gun violence in the city of Tacoma, naming the […]
Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival to bring traffic impacts to Point Defiance Park and ferry terminal
Visitors to Point Defiance Park can expect significant traffic impacts the weekend of June 1-2 related to the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival. Drivers wishing to access the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum or Owen Beach on those days are strongly encouraged to use the Mildred Street entrance. Free […]
Spring into Summer: Family-friendly Activities to Explore Tacoma
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More trees, fewer floods: Jennie Reed Elementary remakes recess with new community park
Tacoma, WA: Students at Jennie Reed Elementary once had to yell during recess to be heard over the roar of traffic from nearby Interstate 5. In the winter, their playground flooded and dilapidated play structures earned the nickname “ol’ rusty.” That has all changed thanks to a revitalized playground designed by students and neighbors. The […]
Tacoma Trails Challenge: Get outside, discover Tacoma, and win prizes
Metro Parks Tacoma’s popular Tacoma Trails Challenge is back. From May 25 to June 16, participants can sign up online and then head out to explore Tacoma’s parks and trails for a chance to win prizes from event sponsors. The event is free, and people of all ages are encouraged to participate. Completing the Tacoma […]