Princesses in training are cordially invited to attend this special party just for you on Saturday, April 5 between 2:00-4:00pm. The party is held at Meridian Habitat Park and Center, 14422 Meridian E in South Hill. The fee per participant is $13 and pre-registration is required by March 21st. For more information or to register…
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Tacoma Artists Decorate Houses for Auction
TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma based artists were invited to create original works of art for Shared Housing Services “Spring for Housing” dinner auction to be held March 1, 2014 at the Tacoma Golf and Country Club. The art pieces began as 10” by 12” craft model houses that the artists transformed into sensational art…
Project Homeless Connect
This is the second year Bethel has participated in Project Homeless Connect. The event gives homeless individuals an opportunity to access a host of free services all in one place. This year the event was held at Bethel Middle School. Jay Brower, Bethel’s director of community connections said that Project Homeless Connect was originally held…
Project Homeless Connect – Jan. 25
This Saturday, Jan. 25, the annual Project Homeless Connect will be at Spanaway Middle School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be information and services available for those less fortunate in our community, including medical and dental care, I.D. replacement, haircuts and food benefits. Please help to spread the word about this great…
Volunteers sought for Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board
PIERCE COUNTY — Pierce County is seeking volunteers to serve on the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board, which helps with planning to improve services and better meet the community’s needs. The board assists the Department of Community Connections with reviewing and evaluating programs for Pierce County residents who experience developmental disabilities. The board also helps staff…
Winterfest at the Parkland School
By Marianne Lincoln PARKLAND, WA — The line outside was long, luckily it was above freezing Saturday morning and there was no rain. Volunteers in red shirts were scurrying everywhere, carrying trays with cups of orange juice and baskets with sausage and scrambled eggs or fresh pastries for those waiting. Moms, dads and lots of children…
Local Scandinavian events
PARKLAND, WA — The Scandinavian Sweater Exchange and Danish Sisterhood Bazaar is this Saturday, November 16th, in the Anderson University Center on the PLU campus, first floor, from 10am to 4pm. Sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Center Council and the Danish Sisterhood, there is no admission fee. Come join the fun and find something to…
November is National American Indian Heritage Month
November is National American Indian Heritage Month. “It is a time to celebrate the rich cultural traditions and proud ancestry of American Indians and recognize …”the vital contributions that American Indians have made and continue to make to the strength, balance, tolerance, and diversity of our society.” — E Hychka Siam Mulstimulth (Thank you, high-class/ uplifting people)….
Duwamish Tribe Celebrates the First Nations–Free Event
The Duwamish Tribe & Poets West host a program of Native American poetry and storytelling followed by an open mike and showing of the film, Princess Angeline. Featured artists include: Thomas Hubbard, Philip Red Eagle, J. Glenn Evans, Peter Ali, and Duwamish heritage group Singing Feet. THere is free admission/parking. Another sponsor is 4Culture. October…
Nature Mapping with the Nisqually Land Trust Sept. 21
Come join the Nisqually Land Trust & Northwest Trek, Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 9 am – 12 pm for a no-experience necessary nature mapping event at the NLT’s Powell Creek Uplands & Lowlands. This volunteer opportunity involves walking on old, unmaintained logging roads and may include some bushwhacking through the woods. With your help, we’ll collect…
Hudson Bay Company descendants abound in south Pierce County
By Marianne Lincoln SPANAWAY, WA — Long before Washington was a state or even a territory, even before Oregon was a territory, this area was occupied by indigenous people and the fur traders. In 1832, a small contingent from the Hudson’s Bay Company built a storehouse on the shore of Puget Sound at the mouth…
The virtuous path – WE have a dream
Editorial, by Marianne (Scott) Lincoln In August 1963, I was only 6 years old and about to enter first grade at Central Avenue Elementary. I do not remember Dr. King giving his famous I Have a Dream speech, but I do remember a conversation my mother had at Mrs. Brown’s house next door. That conversation…
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