Tacoma, Wash.– Bates Technical College’s Culinary Arts program adds a dash of spice and everything nice as Washington State Chefs Association (WSCA) recognizes chef instructor Anthony Brooks as Educator of the Year. This recognition acknowledges Brooks for his outstanding commitment to culinary education and expertise, and his guidance to aspiring culinary professionals. “As a chef in […]
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2024 Historic Preservation Awards Nominations Open
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for the 2024 Historic Preservation Awards. The awards celebrate the best in preservation projects and programming. “The annual Historic Preservation Awards are a great way to shine a light on the people and projects keeping Tacoma’s history alive, whether that’s by renovating a historic […]
March 7: Daytime lane closure on southbound I-5 in Tacoma at SR 16 interchange
TACOMA – Travelers who use southbound Interstate 5 at the State Route 16 interchange will want to plan for additional travel time on Thursday morning, March 7. From 8 a.m. to noon, Washington State Department of Transportation bridge crews will close the right lane of southbound I-5 approaching exit 132B to SR 16. The lane […]
Applicants Sought for Six Volunteer Positions on the City Events and Recognitions Committee
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill volunteer positions on the City Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) representing Council Districts 1, 2 and 4. There are also three At-Large volunteer positions. All applicants must be Tacoma residents and those seeking a district position must reside in that district. The 11-member CERC is […]
Asia Pacific Cultural Center’s 26th Annual New Year Celebration Featuring Taiwan
In a jubilant display of cultural diversity and unity, APCC marked its 26th Annual New Year Celebration at the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall, spotlighting Taiwan as the featured host. Thousands of attendees gathered to commemorate the advent of the Year of the Dragon in a festival that has become a staple in the region’s cultural […]
Hylebos Bridge Closed to Vehicular Traffic March 5-9 From 11 AM-1 AM
TACOMA, Wash. – March 5-9, from 11 AM-1 AM (during low tide), the Hylebos Bridge located off East 11th Street in the Tacoma Tideflats will be closed to vehicular traffic for essential repairs. There are no anticipated impacts to shipping lanes. Outside of these hours, the bridge will be fully operational. Details regarding this work […]
Judged By Fashion: Clash of Fashion, Society & Woman’s Worth
Join Tacoma Historical Society for our March monthly program presented by THS curator Elizabeth Korsmo & THS director Jessica Smith. Elizabeth & Jessica will discuss how society in the 19th-21st centuries has judged women for their clothing. Using historical evidence and anecdotes, they will compare Victorian beauty standards to modern beauty standards to show how […]
Gala Celebrates Momentum at Tacoma Art Museum
Tickets are now available for the Momentum Gala, Tacoma Art Museum’s largest fundraising event. This year’s gala will celebrate springtime — a time of rebirth, renewal, hope, and inspiration. The event will be Saturday, April 13th from 5-9 p.m. at Tacoma Art Museum (TAM). Local humanitarian Kwabi Amoah-Forson, known for community programming through The Peace […]
Puget Sound Revels Celebrates its New Stage Director
Tacoma, WA – Puget Sound Revels is thrilled to announce our new Stage Director, Michelle Matlock! Michelle is a performing artist, director, teacher, producer and creative coach. She has been a member of our creative team since 2019, bringing incredible energy to our stage productions and community events, and spearheading Our Truths, a beautiful annual event for listening […]