Submitted by Lakewood Water District. The Lakewood Water District Board of Commissioner and General Manager Randall M. Black are pleased to announce that Marshall Meyer, PE, has accepted the position of General Manager effective December 1, 2023. The last day for current General Manager Randall M. Black will be February 28, 2024. After a nationwide […]
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Across the Fence: Dirndl and Lederhosen
Oh, the joys for so many tourists in Germany of experiencing the Munich Oktoberfest! Or the Stuttgarter Volksfest, its hardly less popular cousin … And to see more and more visitors dress up in dirndl and lederhosen (the English pronunciation of either is hardly any different from the German one), THE typical traditional German clothing. […]
Lakewood United: Student Homelessness
Submitted by Lisa Boyd, President. What: Community Information MeetingWhen: Thursday, September 21st @ 6:00 pmWhere: Pierce College Olympic Bldg. Rm. 202 Please join us as we welcome Jesus Villegas and a team from The Clover Park School District who will share information about our students experiencing homelessness, the foster care system, and barriers that affect […]
Give 6 and Make a Difference for CPSD Students
CPSD’s Give 6 initiative is built on national research showing that positive affirmations and interactions can be the catalyst for growth and accomplishment. Helping students understand their innate value leads to better academic performance and higher perceptions of self-worth. Give 6 invites teachers, families and community members to forge six meaningful connections with students each day. Here are ways you can Give […]
Postcards from the Park
Submitted by Sue Scott. The Lakewood Historical Society & Museum in conjunction with the Pierce County Library System is proud to present “Postcards from the Park” by storyteller Teresa Andre on Friday, September 22 at 2 p.m. Discover a bit of history while you plan your next adventure based on historical postcards from Washington parks. […]
Letter: Spellbound
Pliny the Elder, Roman author, naturalist, and navy and army commander of the early Roman Empire (AD 23), called this flower enchanted, magical, charming, because it was believed that evil spells had no effect where it grew. Now I know why it has made an appearance almost overnight in our family flower garden. Here we […]
Resources to Help Your Student Excel in Clover Park School District
Academic gears are turning for Clover Park School District (CPSD) students as the 2023-24 school year kicks off with a sense of excitement and possibility. From kindergartners to high school seniors, everyone is back in action, absorbing knowledge, forging connections and exploring new passions. Here are some FREE resources to help CPSD students excel this academic season. FREE Meals […]
CPSD Golden Clover Card Offers Free Admission for Senior Citizens
Community members ages 65 and older can receive a Golden Clover card to attend Clover Park School District (CPSD) high school activities, such as plays, concerts and athletic events, at no charge. Golden Clover applications are available in all school offices, at the Student Services Center, 10903 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, or by calling the […]
Raising the Wall for the Dr. Claudia Thomas Legacy House
Submitted by Ellie Wilson. What an exciting moment this was!! Witnessing the first wall raising in this project of building twelve new Townhomes in Tillicum!! And surprisingly, enough donations came in to dedicate the first two homes in honor of Dr. Claudia Thomas! This memorable event was attended by Friends of Claudia Thomas as well […]