Tacoma, Wash. – With more young people choosing to opt out of driving, it’s important that we understand the needs and wants of youth as they navigate our city. Join Downtown On the Go for a panel exploring how youth get around Tacoma, why they make the choices they do, and how this can influence the way we […]
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Heartfelt Adventures Await Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with our Upcoming Events
A host of events await. Click here to learn more:
Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE
Tacoma Arts Live presents The Purple xPeRIeNCE with Marshall Charloff at Tacoma’s Pantages Theater on Saturday, February 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $29 and are on sale now. The Purple xPeRIeNCE is a five-piece group hailing from Minneapolis, Minnesota, the birthplace of Prince. Prince was a singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actor, and was […]
Zoo Love
Love is in the air at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium! There’s no concrete way to measure an animal’s love, but many animals at the zoo are coupled up or longtime companions and enjoy each other’s company. Polar Bears Galentine’s Day, a celebration of female friendship, is unofficially celebrated on Feb. 13, and it’s perfect […]
City of Tacoma Invites Public Comments on Home in Tacoma Phase 2 by March 8
TACOMA, Wash. – In February and early March, the City of Tacoma is inviting public comments on Home In Tacoma Phase 2—a significant package of changes to the rules that govern housing construction in the city. After several years of citywide discussion, the City is considering new residential zoning and standards that will allow more diverse […]
Save the Date: Lead the Way Home Breakfast
The annual Lead the Way Home breakfast is moving to the Lemay – America’s Car Museum. Click here to register for the May 8 event.
The Glory of the United States
When I see various states in the United States of America threatening to run their state like they are in their own country, I think of the film Glory. When I hear demeaning comments about any group of people in America, I think of the film Glory. When I hear about cities and states working […]
Volunteer Outdoors: Connect with Nature and Help with Scientific Research
TACOMA, Wash.— If you like exploring the natural world and want to contribute to fundamental science research while having fun connecting to the outdoors, then you’re invited to volunteer with a community science program through Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Community Science volunteer applications are now open. “Whether you love birds, the beach or marine […]
One in the Bush – Rufus Leaking
My wife Rose appreciates shopping at places where she knows she can find what she wants. Our local Walgreens on Pearl Street is a favorite stop. Quite often I drive her there and then wait in the car for her to get what she wants and needs. I used to walk around inside the store […]