Submitted by Tacoma Art Museum. Opening April 15 at Tacoma Art Museum, “The Current: Saying the Quiet Parts Out Loud” illustrates the story of The Current, An Artist Award in its inaugural year by transforming the gallery into an immersive experience. The opening event is Friday, April 14, from 6-8 p.m. Admission is free for […]
11th Annual Tacoma Community College Diversity Film Festival Opens April 19
Tacoma Community College announcement. Every spring, TCC partners with Tacoma’s Grand Cinema to explore and celebrate individual and cultural differences through film. The eleventh annual TCC Diversity Film Festival features films show on campus and at The Grand Cinema April 19 – May 17. All films are free with current TCC student ID. Find films, dates, times and […]
Across the Fence: Wanderlust
Submitted by Susanne Bacon. A while ago, at one of my book signings at the Steilacoom Historical Museum, a gentleman asked me whether I could write more about German topics sometimes. I racked my brain because – as many of you know – I used to write the column “Home from Home” for quite a […]
Social work major and working mom Teranejah Lucas explores the politics and power of Black hair in her capstone
Pacific Lutheran University announcement. Teranejah Lucas, 28, is now in her senior year – Class of 2023 – at Pacific Lutheran University, and majoring in social work. She’s preparing to do great things—after already accomplishing significant wins—and wrapping up a fascinating capstone. “As a single parent, first-generation college student, I’m out here defying the odds,” […]
Come Walk a 5 KM or a 7 KM this Saturday
Submitted by Evergreen Wanderers Volkssport Club. Saturday, April 15, the Evergreen Wanderers, a local walking club, is hosting a walk in the Tacoma/Ruston area. There will be two loops. Loop #1 is a 5 KM route that goes south through the neighborhoods with unique gardens, a pioneer stone church, the Sherman block, and magnificent views […]
STILL: A Poetic Journey of Two Women
Tacoma Arts Live announcement. Tacoma Arts Live will premiere a newly devised play, STILL: A Poetic Journey of Two Women, a story of two sisters told through the poetry and writings of Dr. Maya Angelou and Emily Dickinson. The play opens with a preview night on Thursday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. followed by three additional […]
West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2022 Annual Report Now Available
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2022 Annual Report is now available online, which encompasses the past year’s (January 1 – December 31) events. The full report can be seen here, but some highlights include: To see the entire report or to read past reports, please visit our Publications page.
Check out new library website
Pierce County Library System social media post. Have you checked out the Library’s new website? Get the latest information about services, programs, reading materials and more in one easy-to-use, easy-to-remember site. Visit http://mypcls.org today!
Partial closure of Tacoma’s East 27th Street and Portland Avenue intersection April 14-17
Washington State Department of Transportation announcement. TACOMA – Travelers using the Portland Avenue and East 27th Street intersection in Tacoma will want to plan extra travel time the weekend of April 14-17. Atkinson Construction crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close lanes in the intersection to replace an aging sewer pipe. […]