Viewing stones, or suiseki as they are called in Japanese, are naturally formed stones valued for their beauty and ability to represent a scene from nature. This can include scenic vistas, animals or embedded images. Believed to have originated in China two thousand years ago, the ancient art form was introduced to Japan in the > Continue Reading
10th Anniversary South Sound Sustainability Expo – Saturday March 4th, 2017 from 10AM-3PM at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center and Tollefson Plaza. Free Admission. This free public event connects local residents and business owners with services, products, companies, and agencies that address sustainability needs in the community. Participants learn about transportation choices, green > Continue Reading
You are invited to join Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity for the 2017 Changing Lives Luncheon There is no cover charge for the luncheon, attendees will be asked to make a donation. If you'd like to host a table, please contact bbrooks@tpc-habitat or call 253.627.5626 x 130.
Join us for a conversation with Governor Jay Inslee and Mayor Marilyn Strickland, as they share their observations on the challenges confronting Washington State and the City of Tacoma today. We live in uncertain times and our institutions are facing unprecedented challenges. We will discuss how our region factors in to the national conversation about > Continue Reading
Benefiting: Mountain View Community Center Join us a we celebrate another successful year! Please RSVP by March 1, 2017.
Join other HopeGivers in our community in making a positive impact for those facing the challenges of poverty – hunger, homelessness and addiction. We know change is possible when we offer help within the context of healing relationships. You can offer a healing relationship that leads to hope and true life transformation for those we > Continue Reading
Deborah Hammond and Florence Sandler traveled to Iran in 2016: Deborah traveled with a group of Peace Corps alumni, and Florence Sandler, road scholar. The focus of both trips was art, architecture, culture, and history. The guest speakers will talk about the beauty and legacy of Iran’s fascinating culture. Deborah and Florence will also share > Continue Reading
Please join us for the 7th Annual Angels on Earth Luncheon benefiting Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care. Wednesday, March 15th. Donation requested at event - please consider $100 or more. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mimi Pattison, Medical Director, Franciscan Hospice & Palliative Care For information on sponsoring, attending or becoming a sponsor, please contact Franciscan Foundation at > Continue Reading
Free and open to everyone! In Tacoma and throughout the US, the issue of wasted food is much bigger than most people realize. Each year, the average Tacoman throws away 300 lbs. of once edible food, and the average family of four spends $1,600 on food that goes to waste. This not only wastes money > Continue Reading
Lakewold gardens is please to present our 2017 “Learn in the Garden” lecture series. As a key element in our mission, this program was designed to help educate, train and involve our local community members. Each class includes an hour lecture given by an expert in their field followed by two hours of hands-on learning > Continue Reading
Raindancer Wild Bird Rescue & Planning the Children’s Garden Learn about the feathered creatures inhabiting our neighborhoods and forests, and the good work by Raindancer, a non-profit organization in Olympia. Using prepared flats, Explorers will learn how to plant seeds using techniques that will be used when they start crops next month in the Children’s > Continue Reading
Communities in Schools of Puyallup Planting Seeds of Success Breakfast & Auction
The Champions Breakfast will be an inspirational experience featuring firsthand stories from students and Clover Park High School (CPHS) principals, Tim Stults and Rene McCord. CPHS alumni, Michael Tuncap, will MC the event. There is no charge at the door and a call for support will be made at the end of the event. All > Continue Reading
I’m excited to announce our 2017 annual Camp Fairs are just around the corner! What is a Camp Fair? We bring dozens of summer camp options for families at these free events in the Seattle, Tacoma, Medina and Shoreline areas. Find adventure, enrichment and fun for kids of all ages, both close to home and > Continue Reading
Community Health Care Annual Luncheon on Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Featuring nationally recognized comedian David Crowe. He will delight you with gifts of laughter at this fun and meaningful event. Join your friends in the community as we support 48 years of care for the underinsured in our community! 11 am Doors Open-11:30 am Lunch Begins Hotel > Continue Reading
includes hors d'oeuvres, oyster bar, buffet dinner, wine and a voucher to use for auction purchases Register by March 1 - receive a $50 auction voucher Register after March 1 - receive a $25 auction voucher