My wife Margie and I live alone in a nice neighborhood, it’s not expensive, although what isn’t these days? We always drive the same way in and out to visit our favorite grocery store and our favorite hardware store. Our kids come over every now and then to visit and see how we are doing. […]
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Star of Destiny Awards – this Saturday
Star of Destiny AwardsSaturday, November 16 – 1-4pm Dystopian Brewing Co., 611 S Baker St, Tacoma Join Tacoma Historical Society for our annual fundraising event, the Star of Destiny Awards! This year’s event will feature keynote speakers Washington State Chief Historian John C. Hughes and Tacoma Historian Ed Echtle. Hughes and Echtle will speak on […]
The Boss
I learned a long time ago, if you are not The Boss, you better know who is The Boss, and you best be well thought of by The Boss. You don’t have to be a kiss ass or bow down to the head guy every single time something comes up, you just need to know […]
Join Us for Tacoma’s Thanksgiving Fun Run & more fall events
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Two talks about Lakewood’s early military history, Nov. 17 & 20
I want to share two opportunities to learn a lot about Lakewood’s early history as part of the United States. One is online, and one is in person. They cover a big part of our community’s history as the first US military presence in all of Puget Sound. 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17: Learn about […]
Video: Racing Against the Odds: Inspiring Journeys with Madonna Hanna and Marcus Chambers
From THE EMBC NETWORK. Have you ever wondered what it really takes to defy the odds and achieve your dreams? In this powerful episode, we’re joined by two exceptional guests who have defied the odds and continue to inspire with their determination and dedication. Madonna Hanna is a trailblazer who overcame significant challenges in her […]
The Girl and the Squirrel
Baxter Red is Baxter Red because there were other soccer players with the name of Baxter and this particular soccer player wanted hopefully to stay a stand-out super star. The messy world of soccer was pretty much just plain home to Baxter Red because of his bright red hair. Visiting the Pacific Northwest was a […]
Boys & Girls Clubs CEO wins South Sound’s first National Philanthropy Award
Submitted by Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound. Tacoma, WA – Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound’s President and CEO Carrie Prudente Holden will receive the Outstanding Change Maker award at the inaugural National Philanthropy Day Chapter Awards at Tacoma Community College from 5-6:30 p.m., November 15. Chosen by the Association […]
Tacoma City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Submitted by the Tacoma City Ballet. TACOMA, WA – Going to see The Nutcracker is a treasured holiday tradition for many families around the Northwest. For one of the area’s best performances, consider attending Tacoma City Ballet’s production. Presented with original scenery and costumes as it first debuted in Russia in 1892, Tacoma City Ballet performs […]