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“Almost, Maine” theatrical production at Pacific Lutheran University 05/18/2012 A comedy play intended to be enjoyed by family or friends, “Almost Maine” will have show times today, Friday, May 18 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, May 19 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, May 20 at 2 pm at the Eastvold Auditorium at Pacific Lutheran University (PLU). Mandi Brady, outreach coordinator, for the School of Arts and Communication at PLU, commented: “This will be our last production on this stage. This stage will be closed down; revamped, and redone. The 2013-2014 academic years will have a completely different venue. We will be saying goodbye to a space we’ve loved for many read more

Automated Photo Enforcement in the city of Puyallup 05/16/2012Many drivers have wondered why they received a traffic light ticket in the mail for $124. Effective June 2008; red light violations have been captured by cameras at selected intersections. By state law, infractions captured through the use of automated safety cameras are not reported to the Department of Licensing and do not become part of the driver's record. If an infraction is issued and the driver fails to respond or pay the ticket, the account may be transferred to a collection agency. Sergeant Bob Thompson of the Puyallup Police Department explained the purpose of the traffic safety cameras, “To reduce read more

Six-time Grammy® Winners ‘Asleep at the Wheel’ to Perform at America’s Car Museum Opening June 2 05/14/2012 Route 66 runs from Chicago to LA, but Asleep at the Wheel, the country band who helped make the road famous, will instead be traveling from Austin to Tacoma to headline a free concert at the June 2 grand opening of LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM). “We wanted a musical act for our grand opening that had wide appeal and Asleep at the Wheel certainly fits the bill,” said David Madeira, ACM president and CEO. “With guitarist and lead singer Ray Benson and the rest of ‘The Wheel’ playing all their hits, the mix of country music and all the read more

New Museum of Glass Exhibitions Pay Tribute to Openings of Chihuly Garden & Glass and LeMay – America’s Car Museum 05/11/2012Museum of Glass has organized two exhibitions that coincide with the opening of the Pacific Northwest’s newest cultural attractions—Chihuly Garden & Glass in Seattle and LeMay – America’s Car Museum in Tacoma. Both displays open in May, just prior to each institution’s grand opening. Origins: Early Works by Dale Chihuly showcases works made by Chihuly in his early career. The artwork displayed will include 30 transitional pieces from prominent local collections and the Museum’s Permanent Collection along with historic exhibition posters from the Mary Hale Cockran Library. Collectively, the works chronicle Chihuly’s influence as an artist, a visionary and a pioneer read more

Third Annual Saturn Barter Member Event 05/10/2012 Today, from 5 to 8 pm the third annual Saturn Barter Member event will take place at Events on 6 located at 2620 Sixth Avenue Tacoma, WA. This is a free event for all members and guests. The event will give local business owners who are members of Saturn Barter and their guests an opportunity to network and socialize, while learning about Saturn Barter. There will be heavy h'odeurves from Osheas Catering and 6th Avenue Overtime Bar and Grill. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served, including a signature drink provided by The Mix. There is no dress code and read more

Heirloom’s Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival 05/09/2012The Pavilion located at 110 9th Avenue Southwest Puyallup, WA 98371 will host the Heirloom Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20, 2012. Entrance to the event will be at the Puyallup Fair & Event Center Gold Gate. Saturday the festival is open from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $6 a person online at: www.heirloompro.com or at the door for $8 a person. Tickets are $6 a person on Sunday. Children 11 and under and military are free. There read more

Rainier to Ruston Rail-Trail Relay and Ultra Marathon 05/08/2012Saturday, June 2, 2012 is the first Saturday of June and National Trails Day (National Trails Day is always the first day in June). The Foothills Rails to Trails Coalition is having an annual Rainier to Ruston Rail-Trail Relay and Ultra, challenging teams of runners, walkers, and ultras to descend the historic railroad grade in a 50-mile race to the sea. They are celebrating their 10 anniversary. The Foothills Rails to Trails Coalition is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Their mission is to assist Pierce County communities in the creation and the maintenance and usage of a connected system of non-motorized trails read more

One of the oldest churches in Tacoma 05/07/2012 First Presbyterian Church located in the Stadium district on 20 Tacoma Avenue South in Tacoma has been in existence since 1925. The church has an interesting history. According to the church’s website, the masterpiece of the Romanesque architecture, was designed by famous church architect Ralph Adams Cram, and is rich in Christian symbolism expressed in stone, wood, glass and mosaic. Many of the church's current ministries and activities have roots in the past. In 1946, the church acquired Camp McCullough. Today this 40-acre lakefront conference center near Kent, Washington, has developed into an importance center for Christian training, retreats, and read more

Check out the Waterfront Park in Tacoma 04/30/2012The Waterfront Park in Tacoma is a magnificent outdoors destination, located on Ruston Way, has many visitor attractions and events. Along Ruston Way is a pathway for walkers, bicyclists, skaters, etc. to enjoy the secret shores along the water. There are also numerous adjacent restaurants including: C.I. Shenanigan’s, Duke’s Chowder House, Harbor Lights, Katie Downs Tavern and Restaurant, Ram Restaurant and Brewery, and the Lobster Shop. There are also a couple memorials along the waterfront in honor of our firefighters. There is a ship along the waterfront near Duke’s restaurant, which is the Fire boat number one. It has been read more

May Day Celebration on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 04/27/2012On Tuesday, May 1, 2012 Puget Sound Revels will sponsor a free May Day celebration at Fireman’s Park in Tacoma from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Fireman’s Park is located at 803 A Street Tacoma, Washington 98402. Debbie Birkey, Puget Sound Revels events coordinator, explained the event, “Puget Sound Revels is one of 10 cities across the country that creates seasonal celebrations and the building of community through music, dance, and drama. This May Day event will include instrumental musicians, singers and dancers who invite the community to join in to welcome the spring. There will be flower crown making read more