It was a cold but pleasant morning when the families began lining up at the old Parkland School Saturday December 13. The anticipation was building, coffee and other treats were available during the wait . Each family was invited to participate through other service providers, 400 in all. At the end, almost 250 attended. Inside volunteers were…
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Santka Lucia Concert at PLU
The Scandinavian Cultural Center (SCC) brought the Christmas time Sankta Lucia tradition to PLU Friday night. This Swedish tradition is celebrated near the winter solstice and is a festival of light. At PLU, the one wearing the crown of lights is a scholarship winner chosen by the SCC. The procession members each carry a light,…
Parkland holiday events Dec 13
I can extend… but don’t want to… I am hoping with DaveWinterfest is December 13, 2014! Around 800 families that are economically challenged in the area have been chosen to receive clothing, Christmas presents and other joyful experiences at the PLU east campus (Old Parkland School) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers are welcome to…
Grand Opening: Keithley Middle School Commons
Grand Opening: Keithley Middle School Commons Thursday, December 18, 2014 from 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM Keithley Middle School Message From Host: Please join me for a grand opening celebration of the school district’s latest major construction project: The Keithley Commons. “Turning of the keys” ceremony Student band and choir performances Tour the new Keithley…
Danish Sisterhood Christmas Bazaar and Nordic Sweater Exchange Nov. 22
Pacific Lutheran University’s University Center and the Scandinavian Cultural Center will be the site of the Danish Sisterhood Christmas Bazaar and Nordic Sweater Exchange on Saturday, November 22. The events will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be vendors with all kinds of crafts and Scandinavian crafts, but best of all, authentic…
One Night Only to WALK through Fantasy Lights! Nov 23
One Night Only to WALK through Fantasy Lights! Sunday, November 23, 2014, 5 – 7 p.m. at Spanaway Park Walk Information Kick off your holiday season with the Fantasy Lights Walk sneak preview. Fantasy Lights Walk takes you through 2.5 miles of animated displays at Spanaway Park in Spanaway, Washington. Walkers of all ages and…
Perking up Parkland Nov. 22
The Parkland Town Group will be perking up Parkland, by picking up trash between 118th to 120th Pacific Avenue on Saturday, November 22, 2014, from 1-2:30. Come join us, bring gloves and trash bags. We will meet at 118th and Pacific Avenue. …..Diane M. Crews (di)
Docent Luncheon at the Scandinavian Cultural Center
Each year, the Scandinavian Cultural Center celebrates its volunteer docents that assist visitors to the local exhibits. This year in September, Christine Beasley was awarded a plaque for 20 years of service.
Lemay’s Marymount Trunk or Treat – a hit even in the rain!
SPANAWAY, WA — Saturday afternoon filled the spaces around Spanaway with ghost, ghouls, fairies, bugs and super heroes. They all came out for the annual Trunk or Treat at Marymount Event Center. Even a few politicians stopped by to see the event. Senator Steve Conway was spotted out among the raindrops and Ninja Turtles. Photo…
Sidewalks in unincorporated Pierce County?
PIERCE COUNTY , WA — The community is invited to help Pierce County prioritize projects that will bring pedestrian facilities – such as sidewalks and ramps – located in public right-of-way in unincorporated Pierce County into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The county will host four public meetings in November to gather…
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