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Wasted! The Story of Food Waste
The community is invited to attend a free screening of the newly released film Wasted! The Story of Food Waste. The 90 minute film will begin at 6:30pm and will be followed by a brief discussion highlighting local community groups working to create a more resilient and sustainable food system. Refreshments provided. This event is co-hosted by the City of Tacoma's Preventing Wasted Food Program and the University of Puget Sound's Sustainability Advisory Committee and the Center for Cultural Engagement.…
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Travel Talk: A Misunderstood People: Some Thoughts on Fulbrighting in Russia and Meeting Everyday Russians
Jeff first traveled to Russia in 2010 with a fellow Saint Martin's professor and a group of students before returning in 2013 as a Fulbright Scholar. He lived and taught at Petrozavodsk State University (an overnight train ride northeast from St. Petersburg). He met no politicians on his travels (well, a couple of mayors), but did meet and work with everyday Russians. He will show slides from his trip, including a side trip to Chernobyl and Ukraine at the start…
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Prairie Line Trail Celebration and Walking Tour
Celebrate five new public art pieces along the Prairie Line Trail. The artwork interprets the history of this historic rail corridor. Meet behind 7 Seas Brewery, 2101 Jefferson Ave.
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Together We Rise! Join TCBB at our Annual Fundraiser
Together We Rise! You help support Tacoma's youth! Join us for our annual fundraiser. We are making our mark by building strong people with useful skills! Join us for a light dinner with drinks and dessert. There will be hand crafted items on auction including some of our boats!
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Cradle to Career Lunch
This is not a fundraiser but please register today to reserve your seat. This community-wide event is always booked to capacity. If you would like to sit at the same table with friends, family or colleagues, you may also reserve their seats. Just remember to include their names, organization, titles, email addresses and lunch preference (meat or vegetarian sandwich).
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Celebration of Excellence in Affordable Housing
Presenting awards in 4 categories: Advocacy, Community Impact, Innovation, Sustainability
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Dreams That Matter Exhibit Opening Reception
New exhibit honoring Tacoma's unsung heroes who have worked for social justice and civil rights. Curated by Brendan Balaam Funded by a grant from the Puyallup Tribe of Indians
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Abundance
Share your Abundance in support of Emergency Food Network! This year’s event will feature a delicious dinner, exciting live and silent auctions, and a meaningful opportunity to give so no person goes hungry. Proceeds from this special night will provide emergency food for low-income children, adults and seniors in Pierce County. RESERVE YOUR SEATS TODAY! http://www.efoodnet.org/event/abundance-2017/
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Lead the Way Home Breakfast
Since 2012 we have been bringing together new and existing donors and partners to hear about the latest successes and challenges facing the growing number of housing and service programs provided by Associated Ministries. We hope you will join us for breakfast to learn about what we all can continue to to do as we unite people of all faiths and goodwill and build a stronger community....together.
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Beautiful Tables Showcase
Join us for the 19th annual Beautiful Tables Showcase. The showcase honors Eulalie Wagner, the former owner and visionary behind Lakewold Gardens, who is duly noted as a consummate gardener and hostess. Her elegant soirees are legendary and this event evokes her gracious spirit while offering the visitor ideas to continue the tradition of entertaining at home. This kick-off to the holiday season provides a perfect time to visit Lakewold in its full fall glory and tour the Wagner House…
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