City of Tacoma announcement. TACOMA, Wash. – As part of continuing efforts to build the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Tacoma, the City of Tacoma’s Community and Economic Development Department is using $330,000 in federal grant funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to provide more substantive technical assistance in the areas of financial and digital literacy […]
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Save the date: APCC and South Tacoma Gears Up for an Unforgettable Heritage Festival
Asia Pacific Cultural Center announcement. Tacoma, WA – APCC is super excited with anticipation as we gear up for the South Tacoma Heritage Festival. Set to take place on August 12th and 13th, 2023, this highly anticipated two-day event promises to celebrate community diversity while promoting cross-cultural solidarity. Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC), partnering with […]
The Tacoma Trails Challenge June 3-18
Metro Parks Tacoma announcement. With over 2,300 participants last year and SO MUCH great feedback we’ve decided to bring it back with new challenges and trails to explore! From June 3-18, we invite you to connect, explore, and discover your local Tacoma parks and trails and win prizes. This year’s kickoff event will take place on […]
Bike Month 2023
Downtown On the Go announcement. Tacoma, Wash. – May in Bike Month in Tacoma and Pierce County, and Downtown On the Go (DOTG) is hosting several Bike Month events to encourage Tacomans to get out and bike. Biking is a great way to get outside, connect with your community, and get exercise. Bike Bingo – […]
Tickets on sale now for the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival
Metro Parks Tacoma announcement. There’s nothing lovelier than springtime at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma. Whether you’re an expert gardener, a budding plant lover or just enjoy smelling the roses, the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival is the perfect place to find garden inspiration, shopping, food and fun. The festival will be held both […]
Port of Tacoma Road ramp meter to southbound I-5 in Fife returns May 15
Washington State Department of Transportation announcement. TACOMA – On Monday, May 15, the Washington State Department of Transportation will turn on the Port of Tacoma Road ramp meter to southbound Interstate 5. This meter was taken offline while the ramp was realigned to match the new profile of southbound I-5 and the new southbound I-5 […]
Legendary Black Heroes – Huey Newton and Bobby Seale
Submitted by Diedri Webb. Last month we met Huey Newton. He and Bobby Seale were partners in the founding of the Black Panther Party. Many young black people today have not had the chance to hear about the party and there are many Americans who aren’t familiar with what they accomplished. Introducing Robert George Seale: […]
AM at The Grand: A Free Movie Screening and Panel Discussion
Associated Ministries announcement. Associated Ministries and the Meaningful Movies Project is pleased to present “AM at The Grand”, a free documentary screening and community discussion event. Join us for the award-winning film “Stories of Us: Camp Second Chance”, live music, and inspiring conversation with the movie director Melinda Raebyne and other panelists (Dain Norman, Dakoda […]
Actor RJ Mitte to Visit Tacoma Community College May 17
Tacoma Community College announcement. Actor RJ Mitte from the hit show Breaking Bad will be on the TCC campus on May 17 as part of Access Services’ Disability and Intersectionality Speaker Series. Everyone is invited to attend, free of charge, in the Building 2 Theater or online. Schedule REGISTER HERE About the Event RJ Mitte is best […]