Ja, sure, you betcha! On Saturday April 25 from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the University Center at PLU, the Scandinavians are taking over with booths, costumes, music and delightful cuisine. Sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Center of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, this event is sure to delight. Welcome to the 39th annual Norwegian…
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Food
Cooking and nutrition education series
Hello, I work for WSU Pierce County Extension and we are partnering with Trinity Lutheran Church to provide a 3-lesson cooking and nutrition education series in the near future. Would you mind adding our event to your calendar? The class details are as follows: The correct dates for the classes are: Wednesdays, April 8th, 15th…
Spanaway welcomes Burger King – happy “patties” day
The Pierce Prairie Post dropped by the new Spanaway Burger King a few days ago. Speaking with the Project Manager Joe and the Construction Manager Randy, we discovered the week of St. Patrick’s Day is the possible opening time. It is good to see a traditional hamburger place opening again in the heart of Spanaway….
Safely prepare your Thanksgiving turkey
USA.GOV — The countdown is on! Less than a week until Thanksgiving! Since the turkey is most often the star of this holiday meal, it’s important that it be both delicious and prepared safely. To help you, the USDA has created these videos to show you step-by-step how to safely cook your turkey a variety of…
“Smart Snacks in School” Trainings
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Bethel’s Child Nutrition Services is offering “Smart Snacks in School” trainings to help all clubs and organizations in Bethel School District meet the new federal rules regulating all food that is sold in schools. Participants will learn how to ensure that club food sales meet federal requirements, how to use the…
Kids are Cooking – Class
Kids are Cooking Kids ages 7-12 will learn their way around the kitchen in a 4 week series of cooking adventures. The classes are held at Meridian Habitat Park and Center, 14422 Meridian E in South Hill. The first session begins Oct 6 for a fee of $40, plus a $12 supply fee paid to…
Are you ready for Fruit on the Loop?
Word today from Alice Shibig, “I just got a phone call from Shouana and Connell, they are in Portland Oregon headed this way with peaches and nectarines. ” Located on Spanaway Loop Road near Tule Lake Road, the Rainier Christian Church and at the doorstep of the Shibig farm is a favorite spot to cruise in for…
Northern Pacific Coffee Company
By Marianne Lincoln PARKLAND, WA — Saturday evening, December 28, NPCC on C Street and Garfield in Parkland had a big event to help raise funds for the business to pay its rent. With most PLU students off on Winter break and most other people focused on the holidays, business has been slow. Earlier in…
Round Table Pizza – Spanaway, Mountain Hwy East
SPANAWAY, WA — It finally happened. Round Table Pizza has opened in Spanaway. Monday, December 23 was the big day at the Mountain Plaza on the corner of 208th Street and the Mountain Highway (SR7). You can like them on Facebook at Round Table Pizza – Spanaway, Mountain Hwy East. Rumor has it they are…
Handling turkey safely
USA.gov — Get tips on how to safely store, thaw, and roast a turkey. Here are a few key tips: Avoid Fresh Pre-Stuffed Turkeys – Don’t buy fresh pre-stuffed turkeys because harmful bacteria in the stuffing can quickly multiply. If you buy a frozen pre-stuffed turkey, look for a USDA or state mark of inspection. Frozen pre-stuffed turkeys…
Grocery Strike set for Monday
Reprinted from “The Stand” GROCERY STRIKE SET FOR MONDAY (Oct. 18, 2013) — Tonight at 7 p.m., the unions negotiating with Puget Sound-area grocery stores gave 72-hour notice of a strike at all area Safeway, QFC, Fred Meyer and Albertsons stores, which will begin at 7 p.m. on Monday night, Oct. 21. The unions negotiating…
Freddy Fest rocking the mid-county
Classic cars were parked all over the grassy field. Children laughed, screamed and played all day on the playground equipment, bouncy houses and pony rides. Booth vendors sold insurance, finance, cards, knitted apparel and associated sundries. The Bloodmobile was parked beside the church building, hoping some generous souls would take the time to lend a pint. Entertainers…
Blueberry Festival Aug 7 at PLU
PLU has created several fun summer events to bring people together. Today, August 7. is the Blueberry Festival. Ice cream and blueberries topped with whipped cream is on the menu. They will be accompanied by music of the 50’s and 60’s featuring the Bobby Sox and the Jukebox. This event will be held on the plaza…
Garfield Street Fair – August 17
Garfield Street in Parkland will come alive with vendor booths, cars, music, entertainers, balloons, kids, and happiness on August 17th for the annual Garfield Street Fair. The event will be held in the middle of the street. Adjoining restaurants and businesses will have specials and events as well, There’s even a beer garden. Bring out…
Lovely weather for the Spanaway Historical Society picnic
The Spanaway Historical Society held their annual picnic and meeting on Sunday July 21 at the Prairie House Museum grounds. They re-elected their officers for the year. (correction) Shirley Mathis is the new President, Marilyn Goddard is vice president, Kathleen Creso is secretary and Chuck Overaa is treasurer.. It was a lovely, temperate, sunny summer day. It was…
Bethel Community Open Market – register for August 10
It is almost time for the second of three local markets at the new Bethel Learning Center. On August 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Bethel Community Open Market will feature local producats and produce, healthy natural foods and family entertainment. Interested vendors need to get regsitered for their booth space. Information is…
Blood sugar blues? – free workshop July 13
Break Free from the Sugar Blues is a free workshop being offered by Sandra Austin, health coach at Health Transformationz. The workshop will be held on Saturday, July 13 at Spanaway Fitness, 13819 Pacific Avenue S. It will begin at 10 a.m. If you crave sweets and want to gain control of this without deprivation, please come…
Uncle Sam’s is music and community first
By Marianne Lincoln If you are a music lover near Spanaway, you may already know why Uncle Sam’s American Bar & Grill is so packed with cars and motorcycles regularly. The owner, a musician himself, cares a great deal about the vibes at his bar. Craig Arrowood’s life began with a father who played bass…
Yelm Farmers Market
The Yelm Farmer’s Market takes place on Sundays from 9am to 2 p.m. It is on the west side of the Nisqually River from McKenna, before Stewart’s Meats, on the entrance to Schorno Farms. The market will run on Sundays from June 9 to October 2013. Vendor applications are available here.
Frederickson Free Family Movie Night a hit with the locals
Friday night the people started showing up by 5pm. More and more arrived until over 500 were camped out on blankets and chairs on the lawn above the play field at Sound Life Church. Art Davila cooked up hot dogs, sausages, popcorn, and lots of other snacks. A dozen other local groups and businesses had booths with products…