After more than two years of phased closures, Washington Boulevard reopened to traffic Wednesday afternoon. The re-opening signifies a major milestone in the $23 million project. No more significant road closures are expected, however intermittent lane closures will occur as the project moves toward completion. The project is still a construction zone, so drivers are […]
Across the Fence: Gemütlichkeit
Who doesn’t know the Germanism Gemütlichkeit in the English language?! Gemüt (approximately pronounced ga-‘moot) has a bunch of meanings: mind, soul, disposition, feeling. You might recognize that the English term mood is related. Gemütlichkeit (approximately pronounced ga-‘mootlih-kite) means coziness, snugness, homeliness. The concept of Gemütlichkeit seems to have developed during the German era of Biedermeier […]
Added Perk for Local Shelter Dogs Adoptions on Pedigree Shelter Sunday
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is working together with the Pedigree brand to make one of the most shoppable weekends of the year into the most adoptable weekend of the year. Adopt a dog on Pedigree Shelter Sunday on November 26 and your […]
Comprehensive Plan Updates: Planning for Growth
How would you like to see University Place evolve in the coming years? A city’s Comprehensive Plan is the blueprint for a community’s growth and changes. The City of UP is in the midst of updating its Comprehensive Plan, which will address specific topics such as housing, transportation, utilities, open space, and several others. Comprehensive […]
Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo returns Friday
Tacoma, Wash.– Festive and bright holiday magic returns with Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium this Friday, Nov. 24, and runs through Jan. 1 (closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25). The annual event boasts more than 800,000 colorful LED lights and dozens of sparkling 3-D animal light displays. The tradition has dazzled the South […]
Rainier Ringers (Handbell Concert) – Home for the Holidays
Submitted by Daniel Krenz. Welcome home for the holidays! We warmly greet you and invite you to share your holiday with us. Whether you share our cozy fire, our children’s favorite traditions, or singing a beloved carol, we are here to open our hearts and home to you. Our winter handbell concert season is upon […]
Steilacoom Town Administrator November 22 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s November 22 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Imagine Monet: A Unique Immersive Experience
TACOMA, WASH.— Tacoma Arts Live will host a unique immersive experience on the art of the French painter Claude Monet from February 14, 2024. Imagine Monet is the exhibition produced and created by the French directors Annabelle Mauger and Julien Baron, the world’s first directors of a digital immersive exhibition. Imagine Monet starts with the famous painting Soleil levant (1872) […]
The Lakewood Jingle Bell 5K is back
The City of Lakewood and the Lakes Cross Country Boosters Club partnered to return the Jingle Bell 5k run/walk & 1-mile Kid’s Run to Fort Steilacoom Park. Join us for this family-friendly fun run on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Strollers, well-behaved dogs on leashes and participants of all ages are welcome. Wear your best holiday outfit […]