The Pierce County Library System will be closed Monday, May 31, Memorial Day. During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.piercecountylibrary.org, featuring downloadable e-books, audiobooks and magazines as well as other services and resources.
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Pierce Transit CEO Search Meeting, May 28
The Pierce Transit CEO Search and Recruitment Committee will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, May 28, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Due to Covid-19 and Governor Proclamation 20-28 that is in effect, a physical meeting location will not be provided for this meeting. The purpose of the meeting is for the committee […]
Community input sought for aging and disability services
The Pierce County Human Services Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) division is initiating a survey to gather community input for the two-year update to the 2020-2023 Area Plan. As the designated Area Agency on Aging for Pierce County, ADR must develop and oversee long-term services and supports for older adults and adults with disabilities living in our […]
New bakery open in Lakewood. Try the rice doughnuts and cream puffs
I was two bites in when I became completely enamored with the sweet rice doughnut. The doughnut orb came with a crunchy exterior, fried until golden brown. Each bite yielded an elastic chew with satisfying resilience. Licked with sweetness, the red beans inside were a sticky treat. Sweet rice doughnuts don’t get better than this. […]
Giving Independence and Companionship to Seniors
According to Merck Manuals, 29% of America’s elderly population lives at home. Of that, roughly 60% report feelings of loneliness and isolation. Elderly living alone can also experience underlying conditions, cognitive decline, sensory loss and undernutrition. These symptoms go unnoticed and untreated for longer than most who live in group environments. Meet Faye Calahan-Williams. Of […]
Pierce Transit CTAG May 27 Meeting Agenda
The Pierce Transit Community Transportation Advisory Group (CTAG) will meet on May 27 remotely at 5:30 pm. Read the meeting agenda participation instructions here.
Brewery with New York style pizza coming soon to downtown Tacoma
There’s a new brewery with New York pizza coming to downtown Tacoma When Camp Colvos Brewing opens its downtown Tacoma location in June, it’ll culminate a few years of planning, seismic upgrades and a lot of pizza dough testing for its New York City style pies. The Vashon Island brewery expansion to Tacoma’s historic brewing […]
Getting closer
By Bruce Dammeier, Pierce County Executive. I suspect many of you woke up last Tuesday morning and didn’t feel much different. The CDC and the Governor had announced changes in masking guidance for those who are fully vaccinated, and Pierce County was moved to Phase 3. But those of you coming into the office still […]
Summer Workshop – From the Ground and Up – Registration Now Open
Submitted by Pierce County Master Gardeners. Pierce County Master Gardeners present the Summer Workshop – From the Ground and Up – Saturday, June 19, 2021 via Zoom. This program is open to the public. It is with much excitement that we welcome you to the 6th year of the From the Ground and Up gardening workshop! […]