Tacoma Arts Live announcement. TACOMA, WASH.— Tacoma Arts Live presents Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra, the premier American ragtime ensemble, on Saturday, April 8 for two performances at 3:00 and 7:30 p.m at the historic Tacoma Armory. The Stage & Screen Spectacular concert features the music of a bygone era, including the underscoring of classic films. Founder and […]
Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra’s
Steilacoom Easter Egg Hunt
Town of Steilacoom announcement. The Kiwanis Club of Steilacoom presents the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 8 starting promptly at 10 AM at Cherrydale Primary School. Toddler to 9 years old. Candy donations for the event will be accepted at the Public Works Building at 1030 Roe St.
Support Steilacoom High School via 4th Annual Mattress Fundraiser
Submitted by Steilacoom High School Music Boosters. You can get a new mattress and support our Music Students at the same time! The SHS Music Boosters will be hosting the 4th Annual Mattress Fundraiser Saturday, April 15th, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Steilacoom High School. All proceeds benefit the advancement of student […]
Senate Committee Passes Leavitt Bill Addressing Controlled Substance Equipment
Office of Rep. Mari Leavitt, 28th Legislative District announcement. March 23, 2023 – Did you know that pill presses and other types of equipment used to distribute controlled substances like fentanyl are legal to be used, even when mass producing pills that kill? Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-University Place) recently introduced House Bill 1209, known as the […]
Celebrate the Dome’s 40th Anniversary with FREE Family Fun
City of Tacoma announcement. A “Dome of our Own” turns 40 in April 2023, and in celebration, Tacoma Venues & Events invites the community to join us on April 28 and 29. T-Town: Play. Explore. Learn. – City Services Expo is a free, family-friendly community event at the Tacoma Dome. The event is a unique, […]
Pierce County Outlook will convene leaders on culture and commerce
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber announcement. Businesses and organizations will have the chance to get their finger on the pulse of Pierce County at the Pierce County Outlook Luncheon and Expo. This brand-new event from the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce will convene regional leaders from various sectors to share insights on critical issues facing the South […]
Letter: Pierce County Passes Housing Tax
Submitted by Carol Colleran. Pierce County passed the Maureen Howard Affordable Housing Act on March 21, 2023. This is a long-term action to help supply affordable housing to our neighbors whose income is at or below 60% of Pierce County’s median income ($82,574) and have behavioral health issues, are veterans, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, […]
Upcoming family fun in Tacoma
Metro Parks Tacoma announcement. A few upcoming activities coordinated by Metro Parks Tacoma. Learn more and sign up here.
Inaugural RAIN lecture to feature Food Scientist
Submitted by RAIN Incubator. TACOMA, WASHINGTON – Last week, Tacoma-based biotech incubator, RAIN, announced the launch of the ‘Not Covered Lecture Series.’ Kendra Lopez, RAIN’s Marketing Director, said the series would dive into topics not usually covered in traditional scientific education. Topics include food science, skincare chemistry, a deep dive into microplastics and more. The […]