On April 20th, the Pantages Theater was transformed into a vibrant hub of music and surprises for Symphony Tacoma’s “Dreams & Dances”. The evening kicked off with a burst of color and passion as flamenco dancers welcomed the audience; their graceful movements and the sounds of Spain set the stage for the night. This was […]
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Queen Victoria’s 205th Birthday Celebration
A toast to the Queen! It is Queen Victoria’s birthday and the residents and laborers at Fort Nisqually are eager to celebrate. You are invited on May 18 to celebrate the Queen’s birthday at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Queen Victoria turned 36 in 1855. The young Queen’s birthday […]
Community Invited to Join in the Fun With Activities and Events Celebrating 2024 Historic Preservation Month
TACOMA, Wash – Each May, the City of Tacoma celebrates National Historic Preservation Month with a calendar chock full of fun activities and events throughout Tacoma’s neighborhoods. This May is no different, with more than a dozen family-friendly events celebrating this year’s theme: Discovering Tacoma’s Stories. The 2024 Historic Preservation Month brings history alive by […]
Three Positions Available on Board of Building Appeals
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill three positions on the Board of Building Appeals: the building owners and managers association (BOMA) representative, general contractor representative, and fire department representative. Applicants should have knowledge and/or experience in design and/or construction related to building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, and/or energy codes. The Board […]
Enjoy free, fun and educational programs at Tacoma tidepools this summer
Tacoma, WA: Did you know there is an entire world of sea life hiding just below the waves on Tacoma’s shores? This summer don’t miss your chance to explore it up close during low tide events at Owen Beach and Titlow Beach. Explore the Shore at Owen Beach and Tiptoe through the Tidepools at Titlow […]
“Wrongful Conviction”
On Thursday, the 2nd of May, The Rotary Club of Tacoma featured Retired Superior Court Judge Mike Heavey from Seattle as it’s program. On May 2nd Judge Mike Heavey called wrongful convictions a “national disgrace.” I think the audience of sixty agreed completely with Judge Heavey. I liked the video comment of Judge Heavey and […]
May is Mental Health Month
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. Established in 1949, this month has been crucial in addressing the struggles of millions of Americans living with mental health conditions. During this time, APCC will provide workshops and counseling to eliminate stigma, provide support, and promote public education that prioritizes the well-being of those affected by […]
Capital Medical Center & Covington Medical Center earn ‘A’ hospital safety grade from Leapfrog Group
TACOMA, Wash. — MultiCare Capital Medical Center and MultiCare Covington Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems […]
Charter Review Committee Presents Final Recommendations to City Council on May 6
TACOMA, Wash. – The Charter Review Committee will present its final recommendations for refinements to the City Charter during a special meeting of the City Council on May 6. This meeting will begin at 5 PM. It will be conducted in a hybrid format with virtual and in-person options to attend in the Tacoma Municipal […]