Youth Outdoor Soccer Boys and girls ages 5-8 can sign up to play outdoor soccer with Pierce County Parks and Recreation. The fee for the program is $45 per participant, registered by August 23rd. Practices are held in September with games beginning Sept. 30, all played at Sprinker Recreation Center, 14824 S C St in…
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CAUTION: Toxic Algae present at Spanaway Lake, August 5, 2013
CAUTION: Toxic Algae present at Spanaway Lake, August 5, 2013 Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department wants you to know that there is a toxic algae bloom in Spanaway Lake and this makes the lake unsafe for people and pets. Keep children and pets away from areas with visible algae Do not swim, wade, water ski, or…
Pierce County Fair, Aug. 8-11
August 8, 9, 10, 11 are the dates for the 66th annual – 2013 Pierce County Fair. Held at Frontier Park in Graham, the fair is the annual “go to” place for local 4-H and FFA kids who are competing to advance to the Washington State Fair in Puyallup. The theme for this year’s fair…
Friends of the Carbon Canyon meet to preserve their jewel
On August 3rd, the ‘Friends of the Carbon Canyon‘ held their annual meeting and potluck at Brian & Sue McCluskey’s. Their home is south of the historic O’Farrell Bridge over the Carbon River and another smaller one-lane bridge that re-crosses the river closer to Mount Rainier Park. At 5:00 p.m. the meeting began with discussion…
Pierce County Parks events
Annual Junk in Your Trunk at Sprinker Recreation Center This is a twist on the old garage sale. Load up your trunk and sell your “stuff” from the back of your vehicle. You bring the “junk” we bring the people! Just drive up and sell! Vendors will be assigned one slot to park and one…
Manners & More – August 15
PIERCE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION — The Young Ladies and Gentlemen I is more than just about manners, and yet it is the key to building positive friendships and self-esteem. Final Touch Finishing School offers girls and boys a hands on 3 hour workshop that teaches telephone etiquette, table manners, person care, and much more. …
Local recreation camps
Art for Kids Camp Boys and girls ages 5-8 and 9-13 will enjoy this 4 day multi-media art program. The camp is designed to enhance a child’s enjoyment of art and creative expression. All supplies are included, such as pen and ink, charcoal, acrylic, and soft and oil pastels. This 4 day program is offered…
Hypothermia? Maybe if you survive long enough
By Marianne Lincoln It’s summer and it’s hot, so you are headed to the nearest body of water to cool off. Keep in mind, the water in the rivers, lakes and Puget Sound is cold, very cold. Hypothermia is not your worst enemy. In water between 40 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit, you have about 5…
Cheerleading program, July 9-Aug 27
PIERCE COUNTY PARKS — This JUMP Kids Fitness basic cheerleading program is open to ages 6-10 and includes stretching, arm motions, kicks, jumps, cheers, and chants. A fun way to promote physical fitness for kids. This 8 week program will run Tuesday afternoons, July 9-Aug 27 from 4:50-5:50pm for a fee of $66. It is…
Hip Hop Class, July 9-Aug 27
PIERCE COUNTY PARKS — In this high energy, age appropriate class, kids ages 8-12 will learn basic hip hop dance techniques, combinations, and choreography. Taught by JUMP Kids Fitness, the class will be held on Tuesdays, July 9-Aug 27 from 6:00-7:00pm for a fee of $66. The program is held at Meridian Habitat Park &…
Wings & Wheels back July 6 with aircraft, cars, motorcycles
Tacoma Freedom Fair Wings & Wheels returns to Tacoma Narrows Airport for its third year with activities for aviation, car and motorcycle enthusiasts alike. Wings & Wheels runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 6 at the airport, located at 1202 26th Ave. N.W. in Gig Harbor. The event is part of the Tacoma…
Kite Festival June 29 Chambers Creek
PIERCE COUNTY PARKS — Don’t miss out on a FREE fun-filled day at the Kite Festival on Chambers Bay, Saturday, June 29th from 10:00am-3:00pm. The event is held at Chambers Creek Regional Park, 9850 64th St W – Central Meadow – in University Place. The first 250 kids will be able to make their own kite complements…
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