Submitted by Ellie Wilson and Andie Gernon. The Friends of Dr. Claudia Thomas are in partnership with Habitat for Humanity to sponsor a home in Lakewood’s Tillicum neighborhood. Building low-income housing in Tillicum is a project that Claudia Thomas would whole heartedly support. As Friends, we feel building a Habitat House in Tillicum is a […]
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Lakewold Gardens arts programs expands
Lakewold Gardens announcement. While visitors can peek at the works of featured artists in our six-week-long exhibits, did you know you can also get to know these artists more intimately through our new podcast, or by attending an opening exhibit evening reception? Thanks to growing interest in our arts programming from artists and art patrons alike, […]
29th Annual Pierce College Scholarship Scramble
Pierce College Foundation announcement. The annual Pierce College Golf Scramble brings together college and community members for a day of fun and all proceeds raised go towards student scholarships. To date, the event has raised more than $1.3 million for scholarships that provide the resources necessary for students to successfully pursue their educational and career […]
Lakewold Gardens is now a Blue Star Museum
Lakewold Gardens announcement. Lakewold has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. military personnel and their families this summer ending on Labor Day, Monday, September 5, 2022. Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, […]
Lakewood Hearing on New Master Facilities Plan for Western State Hospital
City of Lakewood announcement. The City of Lakewood will be holding a public hearing in front of the Hearing Examiner to review the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) applications for a new Master Facilities Plan. A staff report will be made available 5 days prior to the public hearing at wshmasterplan.org. HEARING DATE: […]
Clover Park School District June 2022 Board Review
Clover Park School District announcement. Retirees Honored at District Retirement Reception June 13 Regular Meeting During its June 13 board meeting, the Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors heard a report from Superintendent Ron Banner. Superintendent’s ReportIn his report, Banner discussed student achievement and community engagement. Student Achievement All five high school programs […]
Lakewood Library Community Advisory Committee meeting
Pierce County Library System announcement. The Lakewood Library Community Advisory Committee is meeting on Thursday, June 30, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., to discuss how best to provide library service for Lakewood and Tillicum, a neighborhood in Lakewood. The Pierce County Library System and the City of Lakewood created the advisory committee from citizens who […]
Water Safety Tips for Summer
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. Summer is here and while the sun it out, the water is cold. Water safety is incredibly important, especially this time of year. Wear a life jacket. Be sure it is Coast Guard approved (indicated on the label), is the right size and fits properly. If you are in […]
2022 Summer Lunch Program Offered
Clover Park School District announcement. LAKEWOOD, Wash. — Clover Park School District will offer free lunch for children 18 years and younger this summer at several district schools. The program is offered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Summer Food Services Program. Evergreen – June 27-Aug. 5 – 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Four […]