Second graders at Arlington Elementary School got decked out in matching blue coats. There were excited giggles and chatter as they prepared to leave their classroom and venture into their South Tacoma neighborhood park for hands-on learning. “Miss Brittney, can you help me with my jacket?” one child asked. “Me, too,” others chimed in. Miss […]
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Discover the cultures of Asia, Pacific Islands in May at the Pierce County Library
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Explore the rich cultures of Asia, Hawaii and the Pacific Islands with stories and voices from these regions. Visit the Pierce County Library System for classes and events, specially curated booklists and informative displays as the nation celebrates Asian Pacific Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Month. Pierce County Library brings these cultures to […]
Ikebana Exhibition in The Gallery at Tacoma Community College April 24 – 25
What: “The Art of Ikebana in Unusual Containers,” an exhibition by the Tacoma-Olympia Chapter of Ikebana International Where: The Gallery (Building 4) at Tacoma Community College When: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. April 24 – 25 Cost: Free Everyone is welcome to attend a special two-day floral exhibition by the Tacoma-Olympia Chapter of Ikebana International in The Gallery at […]
3rd Annual S.E.A. Comedy New Year Celebration
TACOMA, WA — Audiences aged 21 and up are invited to join the 3rd annual S.E.A. Comedy New Year Celebration, an event that will bring together Southeast Asian culture, Japanese cars, and premiere Asian comedians for an unforgettable night of fun. There will be mouthwatering food vendors, bars to keep the spirits high, and DJ’s spinning a fusion of Southeast Asian, […]
12th Annual Tacoma Community College Diversity Film Festival Starts April 24
What: TCC Diversity Film Festival Where: Tacoma Community College (April 24-26) The Grand Cinema (April 28 – May 5) Cost: Grand Cinema pricing applies to films shown at The Grand Cinema. All films are free with TCC Student ID. Opening Gala: An opening gala dinner will be held after the April 28, 2:30 p.m. screening of “The Farewell” […]
Acceptance – An Extra Special Wedding – A Five Minute Mystery
I knew better, I really knew better, but didn’t have the common sense to behave myself. My head still hurt, my god did it hurt. Luckily I was cognoscente. I should have kicked the patrolman’s ass for letting Jamie and me get back in the new 2024 red Ford pickup. We had been speeding and […]
We Want Pockets Workshop
Submitted by Tacoma Historical Society. Back By Popular Demand! Have you ever wondered why women’s clothing has such tiny pockets—or no pockets at all? Are you tired of having a pocket deficiency? Do you want pockets now? Join THS for a workshop on the history of women’s pockets, learn why they became so rare, and […]
South Fawcett Street Between South 25th to Jefferson Avenue Closed for Maintenance
TACOMA, Wash. – South Fawcett Street – between South 25th Street to Jefferson Avenue – is closed for maintenance until April 26. South Fawcett Street – between South 23rd to South 25th streets – is back open. Community members with questions about the Residential Street Restoration Program can call Jeff Maki at (253) 365-8378.
Tacoma City Council member Catherine Ushka’s name added to Gas Station Park
Tacoma, WA: After years of working to ensure Tacoma’s Eastside and South End neighborhoods receive more equitable investment and recognition, Catherine Ushka will have a park named in honor of her efforts and achievements. Metro Parks Tacoma Board of Commissioners voted unanimously April 8 to rename the pocket park “Catherine Ushka’s Gas Station Park.” She […]