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A Season to Celebrate Those We Love and Remember and Honor Those Lost

As we make our way through spring and into summer, we find ourselves celebrating those important people in our lives, and honoring those who sacrificed their lives for us.

Mother’s Day, always held the second Sunday in May, is May 14 this year, while Father’s Day is June 18, the third Sunday of June. These days are set aside for us all to take the time to truly reflect back on all our parents, or guardians, have done for us— and continue to do. Motherhood and fatherhood can feel like thankless callings at times, but know that your role is so important in your child’s life, and you are raising those who will lead others one day—whether families of their own, a business, a nonprofit. The sky’s the limit, and it starts at home.

On Monday, May 29, we honor and remember those who lost their lives serving our nation in order to keep this place we call home a land of the free. Our families, our communities, our nation, will forever be indebted to those men and women who served selflessly for all of humanity.

In this issue of 253 Lifestyle Magazine, our team at Like Media continues its mission to share positive news and stories with our readers. And our May/June 2023 edition is no different. In this issue, our Q&A features Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges. Discover the century-old Court House Square in Tacoma. Sitting at five stories and 72,000 square feet, the building has been preserved and repurposed and today houses a variety of businesses and restaurants. Looking for that dream space to host your next wedding or special celebration? Explore the Vintage Aero Museum at the Tacoma Narrows Airport in Gig Harbor, where history meets elegance. Find out how you can be involved in the Multicultural Child & Family Hope Center’s Annual Clean-Up Event, happening in May, and discover more upcoming events making their way to the 253 to close out spring and welcome summer.

From health and lifestyle to home and garden, we discuss topics that are sure to inspire you on your next home improvement project or your family’s summer plans. And if you’re looking to book an adventure, check out our travel article, which takes you to Suncadia and Sunriver Resorts.

Enjoy!

18 COURT HOUSE SQUARE IN TACOMA A place that never ceases to delight and surprise

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A UNIQUE, ELEGANT VENUE FOR THAT SPECIAL OCCASION may/june 2023

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Awesome community events you don’t want to miss!

56 RECIPE Sushi at Home!

food & entertainment travel

DESTINATION: SUNCADIA AND SUNRIVER RESORTS

Luxury resorts with real estate opportunities in Washington and Oregon

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Here at 253 Lifestyle Magazine, we are thrilled to feature J’Nai Bridges, the Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano. Her journey in music and the performing arts has taken her from her hometown of Lakewood, Washington, to the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center in New York City. Find out more about J’Nai, including her dedication to improving diversity in the opera community, in our Q&A on page 26.

Cover photo by In-Gear Media