Associated Ministries press release. On October 24, 2021, there was an arson attack on a Catholic church in Tacoma. This followed the recent arson attack at a mosque in Tacoma; break-in and vandalism at a Mountlake Terrace mosque, and at a Federal Way Sikh gurudwara; aggravated assault on a Buddhist nun outside a Buddhist temple in […]
To Do
Family Trunk r Treat
Submitted by First Baptist Church Lakewood. Once again this year, First Baptist Church Lakewood (5400 112th St SW, Lakewood, WA 98499) will host a community Trunk r Treat on October 31, 2021. Doors open 6:00 pm and close at 8:00 pm or unless the candy runs out first. This is a family friendly event in […]
DuPont seeks resident to fill Council vacancy
City of DuPont press release. The DuPont City Council is looking for a resident to serve as a City Councilmember position No. 5 due to the resignation of former Councilmember Kendralee Harris on September 15, 2021. This is a highly responsible legislative position with a total budget of more than 22 million dollars. Eligible citizens […]
Lakewood History Museum to Host Special Veterans Day Program
Submitted by Lakewood Historical Society. In honor of Veterans Day, the Lakewood History Museum (6114 Motor Avenue SW, Lakewood, WA 98499) will host a special military program at 6:30 pm, Tuesday, Nov. 9. Event will highlight the fascinating historical relationships between “Remembrance Day”, the “Red Poppy” of Flanders Field, a “Shoe Repairman” from Kansas and […]
An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
Lakewood Playhouse press release. The LAKEWOOD PLAYHOUSE, re-opened to public performances, is proud to present a special event for our 83rd season: a return engagement of one of our most wildly popular performances – the one-man show An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe, written by Pacific Northwest playwright Bryan Willis and featuring veteran South Sound […]
Powell-Heller Conference to explore the timely theme of ‘Holocaust Distortion and Denial’
Pacific Lutheran University news story. The 2021 Powell-Heller Conference for Holocaust Education will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pacific Lutheran University. The conference will be available online and will offer limited in-person attendance. Registration is currently open. This year the conference theme is Holocaust Distortion and Denial. Events will include […]
Heritage Skills Workshop: Cider & More
Metro Parks Tacoma press release. Cider, Cyser, Melomel, Pymot, Braggot, Mead, there is not a fruit, root, flower or plant that has not been fermented and drank. All around the world, fermented cider has been an excepted part of civilization. From rural farmhouse ciders to monastery meadaries this class is an homage to the world […]
Community Cleanup to be Held Nov. 6-7
The City of Lakewood will host a Community Cleanup on Saturday, Nov. 6 and Sunday, Nov. 7. Community Cleanups are free events for Lakewood residents to dispose of trash, recyclables, and bulky items. City of Lakewood Fall Community Cleanup3869 94th Street SW, Lakewood, WA 98499Saturday, Nov. 6 & Sunday, Nov. 78:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The spring […]
Holiday Market with local vendors to be held Nov. 20
Pierce County press release. Support local small businesses and crafters at the 2021 Pierce County Parks Holiday Market at Frontier Park Lodge in Graham. Shoppers can avoid crowded stores and find something for everyone on their list at one of the many vendor selections at the one-day event on Nov. 20. The Holiday Market will […]