Many people tell me that they really don’t want to receive advertising – which this isn’t. This is just a tasteful invitation to join us for Zoom Book Doctors on ThursdayFebruary 3 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. We’ll be talking about Beta Readers, and how to research a historical book. So if you don’t want […]
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A New Leaf: Art installation at Bates’ new building incorporates historical neighborhood features
Bates Technical College announcement. Have you seen the kinetic, free-standing sculpture on Yakima Avenue at Bates Technical College’s new allied health building? The installation, conceptualized and created by artist Ken McCall on behalf of Arts Washington, features three trees of varying sizes and is fraught with incredible historical and philosophical meaning. “I had a lot of […]
Call to Artists: Designs Sought for Signal Cabinet Wrap Art
City of Puyallup announcement. The City of Puyallup seeks artists to propose an original design for reproduction and installation on signal cabinets. The wraps will deter graffiti and add visual interest and beauty to our shared streetscapes. Compensation: $500 per selected design Eligibility: Applicants must reside in the Puyallup School District Applicants cannot be a member […]
Symphony Tacoma to Receive $50,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts as part of the American Rescue Plan
Symphony Tacoma announcement. Tacoma, WA— Symphony Tacoma is pleased to announce it has been approved to receive an American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic. Symphony Tacoma is recommended to receive $50,000. This meaningful funding will help safeguard the […]
East 64th Street Phase 2 Project Update Virtual Meeting on February 10
City of Tacoma announcement. The City of Tacoma is holding an East 64th Street Phase 2 Project Update Meeting on Thursday, February 10, from noon – 1 PM via Zoom webinar. Staff from the City’s Public Works Department and Tacoma Public Utilities will present information on Phase 2 improvements that focus on East 64th Street […]
The Puyallup City Council Feb. 1 Meeting Agenda
The Puyallup City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Feb. 1 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Steilacoom Town Council Feb. 1 Meeting Agenda
The Steilacoom Town Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Feb. 1 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Obituary Notices – January 31, 2022
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Robert Andrue Ludwick. Mountain View Funeral Home: Mary Jean Hartley. Gaffney Funeral Home: Mary Ellen Floreno; Emelia Irene Kinney. Scott Funeral Home: John Wesley Green; Earl Harris III; Blessiono Lee Sturdivant; Delores Brown.
Health Department Issues a Sewage Spill Advisory for Thea Foss Waterway
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. Because of a failed pump, sewage has discharged into the Thea Foss Waterway. People and pets should avoid the water and not swim, wade, or fish until further notice in this area. Contact with fecal-contaminated waters can result in gastroenteritis, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections, and other illnesses. Children and […]