Dive into Cambodian Culture: To register click here or call 253-383-3900. Join us for an immersive celebration of Cambodia’s vibrant Water Festival, Bon Om Tuk, at Asia Pacific Cultural Center on November 29, 2023, from 10 am to 3 pm. Hosted by the Khmer Senior Community, this FREE workshop invites you to partake in a day […]
Free Social Media Training for Small Teams
Our partners at Pyramid Communications are hosting a free webinar training about how small teams can streamline their social media efforts by creating a rock-solid strategy. Do more by doing less: developing a social media strategy for small teamsWednesday, Dec. 6 at 12-1:30 pm PT (online) By the end of this training, you’ll know: During […]
Wine & Song Benefit for Classical Tuesdays
Classical Tuesdays in Old Town Tacoma announcement. Lyric mezzo-soprano Soon Cho and pianist Amy Boers. Classical Tuesdays‘ annual Wine & Song event – which is a benefit for our series of free musical evenings – is scheduled for December 5th at 7:00pm. Again this year the Connelly Law Offices will host and underwrite this lovely […]
Proposed Water Rate Increase Information
A Public Hearing to hear testimony on a proposed water rate increase is being held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 7:15 PM at City Hall, located at 115 Ramsdell Street. Read more information about the proposed rate increase in the attached memorandum from the City Manager. Proposed Water Rate Increase Information.
Community Invited to Preview Mary Bridge Children’s 37th Annual Festival of Trees at Public Viewing Days
TACOMA, Wash. — Public viewing days return this weekend for the first time post-pandemic, in advance of MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s largest annual fundraiser, Festival of Trees. Tickets are not required* for public viewing days and all ages are welcome to enjoy the holiday magic and “Once Upon a Time” theme. When: Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 from 9 a.m. to […]
South Puget Sound Urban Wildlife Interpretive Center short History
Submitted by Clover Park Rotary. The South Puget Sound Urban Wildlife Interpretive Center is a 90 acre parcel of land located in the City of Lakewood. In 1852 Adam Byrd, a pioneer from Wisconsin, arrived in the Steilacoom area by way of the Oregon Trail. A homestead claim of 318.2 acres was granted to Adam […]
Gratitude
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. I hope your Thanksgiving holiday is full of good food, football, and family. But mostly, as the name prompts us, I hope it is a time of reflection and being grateful for the many blessings in our lives. I will spend time with my brother, sister, and our expanded […]
The Last Bus – Film Review
I was watching TV late at night in bed. I was on the verge of closing my eyes and going to sleep. Tubi, one of my favorite channels, has an interesting collection of films to choose from. Nearly half-a-sleep I clicked on “The Last Bus.” Although not knowing the name of Timmothy Spall, I recognized […]
Applicants Sought for the Tacoma Community Redevelopment Authority Board
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill eight volunteer positions on the Tacoma Community Redevelopment Authority Board (TCRA); two representatives with experience in the legal profession as an attorney; two certified public accountant representatives; two representatives with experience in banking or financing; and two representatives with at least three years of […]