Dispatch News 4-19-2023

Eatonville School District

Jay Brower, currently the Bethel School District’s director of community connections, will serve as Eatonville School District’s new superintendent, pending successful contract negotiations. His first day will be July 1.

Eatonville School Board hires new district superintendent

Allison Burslem Special to the Dispatch

After an extensive search and selection process, the Eatonville Board of Directors has offered the position of superintendent of Eatonville School District to Jay Brower of the Bethel School District, pending successful contract negotiations and a background check.

Brower currently serves as director of community connections for the Bethel School District and is in his 38th year working in public education. He holds a master’s in social work from Eastern Washington University, teaching credential from Western Washington University and principal certification from the University of Washington.

During the superintendent search process, Eatonville staff, families and community members had an opportunity to take a survey

Cruiser soccer gets dramatic win

Strong season continues with penalty-kick drama at Forks

By Skip Smith Contributing writer

The Eatonville High School boys soccer team had a minor setback last week when the Cruisers ran into the No. 1-ranked team in the state, Montesano. The Bulldogs snapped the Cruisers’ six-game win streak when they downed Eatonville, 4-1, at Jack Rottle Stadium in Montesano on April 12.

Montesano's Mateo Sanchez recorded a hat trick in the first half that included a bicycle kick goal.

In the second half, Eatonville sophomore Victor Peña scored

the Cruisers’ lone goal from an assist by senior Kevin Tomyn.

Montesano’s Felix Romero scored the Bulldogs’ final goal as the Cruisers fell, 4-1.

Trentten Cressman led the Cruiser defense with 12 stops, followed by Gage Cornwell with six. Nathaniel Goode had 11 blocks/saves in goal for Eatonville.

Eatonville coach Clinton Tomyn said he was pleased with his team despite the loss.

“I felt pretty good at how we played them,” he said. “I can see why they’re ranked No. 1 in the state, and it gives the team inspiration knowing that we should go far into the playoffs.”

On April 10, Eatonville traveled to Elma and came away with a 1-0 victory.

The Cruisers struck first in the opening 20 minutes with a goal by senior Riley Rockey with an assist from Tomyn.

The Cruisers’ defense stood strong in this game. Both teams battled with only a minimum of shots and shots on goal. Elma striker Cason Seaberg was frustrated by the Cruiser defense on multiple shots as the Cruisers prevented any scores.

Cressman led the shutout on defense with nine key

Photo by Agnieszka Tomyn

Eatonville’s Victor Peña Moreno gets lifted on the shoulders of his teammates after his penalty kick sealed the victory for the Cruisers against Forks last week.

Savvy Senior: Tips and tours for traveling with grandchildren

Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are interested in taking our two grandkids on a big trip this summer and are looking for some good ideas. Can you recommend some travel companies that offer special travel packages for grandparents and grandkids?

— Doting Grandmother

Dear Doting,

Grandparents traveling with just their grandchildren has become a growing segment of the multigenerational travel industry. Not only is this type of travel fun, it’s also a terrific way to strengthen generational bonds and create some lasting memories.

To help you with your traveling aspirations, there are a number of travel companies today that offer specialized grandparent/grandchildren and multigenerational trip packages. This is a nice way to go because they plan everything for you with most activities together, but some just for adults so you can get an occasional breather. Available in various trip lengths and price ranges, these tours are designed for children, typically between the ages of six or seven up to 18, and are usually scheduled in the summer, or sometimes during winter breaks when the kids are out of school. Here are some top tour companies to check into that will take you and your grandkids on a fun, well-planned vacation.

Road Scholar (RoadScholar.org): This well-established not-for-profit organization has offered educational travel to older adults since 1975. They currently offer 83 different

programs geared to grandparent and grandchildren. About 75 percent of the grandparent trips are domestic; 25 percent are international.

Some of the many popular trip destinations include the U.S. National Parks, Washington D.C., Canada, France, Italy, Iceland, Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands. The average cost per person per night is around $265 for domestic trips, $365 for international.

Intrepid (IntrepidTravel.com): An adventure travel tour operator that offers “grandparent holiday” tours that bring together the young and the young at heart. They offer 35 one and two-week tours in Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East, as well as in Alaska and Wyoming. To find these trips, go to Intrepidtravel.com/us/ theme/family/grandparents.

Tauck (Tauck.com): This is a large tour operator that offers 19 foreign and domestic multigenerational trips called Tauck Bridges Family Tours. Some of their most popular trips are Costa Rica, the European riverboat cruises, and the Cowboy Country, which tours you through Wyoming and South Dakota.

Smithsonian Journeys (SmithsonianJourneys.org): They offer 10 different family journey trips to Iceland, New Zealand, Italy, Greece, Japan, Ireland, Costa Rica, South Africa, Yellowstone and a Rhine River cruise.

Journeys International (JourneysInternational.com): They offer customized multigenerational

trips primarily to Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific.

GRANDKIDS’ TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Depending on where you go and your mode of transportation, you’ll need to gather some documents for your grandchildren to make sure everything goes smoothly. In general, most travel experts recommend you bring a notarized travel consent form (letter of permission from the parents), and a medical consent form in case any emergencies or problems arise. Also bring copies of insurance cards.

If you’re traveling domestically, you should know that airlines and trains don’t require any form of ID for children under 18. But if you’re traveling to Mexico, Canada, Bermuda, or other areas of the Caribbean by land or sea, grandchildren 15 and under will need certified copies of their birth certificates. And if your grandkids are 16 or older, or you’re traveling to these locations via air, passports will be required.

If you’re traveling overseas, all children, even infants, must have a passport. Some countries also require a visa for entry, and vaccinations may be required in some cases. Before booking a trip, check the U.S. Department of State’s website at Travel.State.gov for country-specific information.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

Daffodil Princesses to read with children at libraries

The Daffodil Princesses will visit several Pierce County Library System locations this spring to read with children. Members of the Daffodil Festival’s Royal Court will share story time, help craft crowns and be available for photos with children ages 3-6.

Saturday, April 29, 11 a.m.-noon South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E. Buckley Pierce County Library, 123 S. River Ave. Key Center Pierce County Library, 8905 KPNW, Lakebay DuPont Pierce County Library, 1540 Wilmington Dr.

Saturday, April 29, 2-3 p.m. Eatonville Pierce County Library, 205 Center St. W. Sumner Pierce County Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. University Place Pierce County Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 Steilacoom Pierce County Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd.

Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m.noon Orting Pierce County Library, 202 Washington Ave. S.

www.episcopallup.com

Sunday Services

8am & 10am

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livestreamed on Facebook

All are Welcome!!

Free health clinics offered

Pierce County residents who need medical attention but might not be able to pay for it can attend two free clinics in Pierce County. Compassion Washington and local churches have teamed up to provide complimentary healthcare services for medical, dental, chiropractic, massage therapy services, as well as vision referrals and social services. Visit compassionwashington.com/

project/june-24th-event/ for more information.

The first event is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 22 at New Community Church of Tacoma, 3102 S. 23rd St., Tacoma. The second is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 24 at Faith Covenant Church in Sumner, 1915 Washington St., Sumner. Email clinics@ compassionwashington.com for an appointment.

ejcf.treasurer@gmail.com, ejcf. registrar@gmail.com or ejcf.mal@ gmail.com with questions.

10515 269TH ST. E., GRAHAM, WA 98338

MINERAL LAKE FISHING DERBY SLATED FOR APRIL 22-23

The 30th annual Mineral Lake Fishing Derby will take place from 12:01 a.m. April 22 through 11 a.m. April 23 at Mineral Lake Lions Den Campground, 113 Front St. East, Mineral. Prizes will be awarded for first through fifth places. There will be a beer garden, food trucks, music and vendors, plus a free KidsZone trout pond and prizes for children. People can register for the derby or purchase raffle tickets during the event at the American Legion Building, 108 Front St. East, the Lions Den Campground or the public boat launch. Pre-registration, April 21, is required for people who plan to fish by boat. All anglers 15 or older must have a valid Washington State fishing license and valid state-issued ID. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult with a valid state issued ID. Go to minerallakefishingderby.com for more information.

EATONVILLE JUNIOR CRUISER 2023 SEASON REGISTRATION OPEN

Registration is open for the 2023 Junior Cruisers season. Flag football is available for kindergarten through first graders. Tackle football is open for second through eighth graders. Sign up at www.tcyfl.com through April 30 to receive an early registration discount. The organization will provide jerseys, shoulder pads, padded pants, helmets, chin straps and practice jerseys. Players keep their game jerseys. Conditioning starts in July, and practices start in August. A jamboree and weigh-in is scheduled for Aug. 27. The first game of the season is Sept. 9.

Check the Facebook page, www. facebook.com/ejcfootball, for updates. Contact Alicia Sullivan, 206-218-8600, ejcf.president@ gmail.com, ejcf.vp@gmail.com,

The Eatonville School District does not sponsor, nor endorse, this league or events, nor does it assume responsibility for it.

COLUMBIA CREST HOSTING OPEN HOUSE AND SHOWCASE SLATED

Families are invited to attend the Columbia Crest school open house and showcase event from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. April 26. Families can meet teachers, see the campus, enjoy refreshments and see learning featured in the arts, STEM, yoga and more.

The school is also enrolling preschool through eighth-grade students for the 2023-24 school year. Students may ride one of the direct buses that picks up children as far as Graham and near Roy.

LEARN MORE ABOUT FRIENDS OF EATONVILLE LIBRARY

The Friends of the Eatonville Library operates as a fundraising group to assist the Eatonville community. Primarily, it does so by accepting books and other donations and conducting book sales during the year. All of the funds are used to supplement the various library programs that enrich the local community.

To learn more about the group, contact Mike Eaton at 253-310–7709 or reach him in person at the library any Friday. There is no obligation. Application forms to join the organization are available at the library.

ALCOHOL ANONYMOUS MEETINGS OFFERED

Alcoholics Anonymous is available for people who have a problem with alcohol. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at the corner of Carter and Rainier.

ALANON HELP

Alanon is available to help people struggling with a loved one’s drinking. Call 425-830-0314.

Expand seafood ingredient possibilities

The 40 days (excluding Sundays) that comprise the Lenten season traditionally require abstaining from meats and other rich foods on key days during this sacred time on the Christian calendar. The faithful move to more humble foods as they choose to be reverent and focus on Jesus’ sacrifices. Simple meals of vegetables and fish tend to be staples in Christian households this time of year.

When seafood is not the typical first choice for families, it could be challenging to come up with new ways to prepare fish, crustaceans and more. Those who have exhausted their fillets and salmon steak options can look to scallops for inspiration.

Scallops are a species of marine bivalve mollusk that come in bay and sea varieties. The large muscle inside of the scallop, which can sometimes be 2 inches in sea scallops, is cooked and eaten. Bay scallops, which are harvested from the shallow waters of East Coast estuaries and bays, are roughly one-third the size of sea scallops. Bay scallops

tend to be more tender than sea scallops, but both can be delicious when prepared correctly. In certain instances, manufacturers will produce faux scallops, which actually are chunks cut from certain sharks and stingrays.

defensive plays followed by Josiah Goode and Nicholas Holder with four each. Nathaniel Goode gets the credit for the shutout with 11 blocks/ saves in the goal box.

The Cruisers finished the week off with a long road trip up to Forks to take on the Spartans. Forks struck first in the opening 20 minutes, but the Cruisers tied things up at 1-1 on a Josiah Goode goal.

The game was a defensive battle the rest of the way with momentum swinging toward an Eatonville win.

At the end of regulation time and during two 5-minute stoppage time terms, the Cruisers pounded the goal with multiple shots, only to be stopped by the Spartan goalkeeper, and the game stayed knotted at 1-1 at the end of the overtime period.

The match then went into the penalty-kick phase to decide a winner.

Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S., Tacoma

Gig Harbor Pierce County Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Drive Milton/Edgewood Pierce

This recipe for “Seared Scallops with Snow Peas and Orange” from “Real Simple Dinner Tonight: Done!” (Time Home Entertainment) from the Real Simple Kitchen can be a tasty, unique meal when other fish dinners have

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already been tried.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH SNOW PEAS AND ORANGE

Serves 4

• 1 cup couscous

• 1 tablespoon plus 2

After both teams traded goals, the game came down to Victor Peña Moreno.

Cool as ice, Victor approached the shot, “Like he has hundreds of times in practice, put the ball down and swiftly shot right side as the goalie dove left,” coach Tomyn described. “Goooaaal! The team and our supporting crowd went wild! The team charged the field, hugged and hoisted Victor onto their shoulders.”

The Cruisers took the victory on penalty kicks and improved their record to 7-2, with both losses coming at the hands of the No.1 Montesano.

“These young men have no quit in them,” Tomyn said. “I’m very proud.”

Next, Eatonville will travel to Hoquiam to play the Grizzlies at 5 p.m. Wednesday before finishing off the week at home. The Cruisers will host Senior Night on Friday at B.W. Lyon Stadium at Eatonville High. They invite everyone to come and recognize the senior players.

The game will start at 7 p.m., with the senior recognition ceremony taking place at 6 p.m.

County Library, 900 Meridian E., Suite 29, Milton

Saturday, May 6, 2-3 p.m. Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E. Bonney Lake Pierce County Library, 18501 90th St. E. Fife Pierce County Library,

6622 20th St. E.

Summit Pierce County Library, 5107 112th St. E., Tacoma

Get more information about upcoming library events in the online calendar at piercecountylibrary.org.

teaspoons olive oil

• 16 sea scallops (about 1 1/2 pounds)

• Kosher salt and black pepper

• 4 strips orange zest (removed with a vegetable peeler), thinly sliced

• ¼-pound snow peas, trimmed and halved lengthwise

1. Cook the couscous according to the package directions.

2. Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the scallops dry, season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, and cook until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm. Wipe out the skillet.

3. Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the orange zest, snow peas, and 1⁄4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, tossing frequently, until the snow peas are just tender, about 2 minutes. Serve with the scallops and couscous.

to inform the district about the personal attributes and qualities they saw in each of the candidates aspiring to be the next leader of Eatonville School District.

Interim Superintendent Lucy Fountain, who has filled the role since January 2023, will help with the transition to the new superintendent. Fountain said she was honored to serve the students, staff and families in Eatonville School District. She will continue to volunteer and support Dollars for Scholars as it benefits Eatonville senior graduates.

The board will approve Brower’s contract during the next regular board meeting. He will officially assume the position on July 1.

“Mr. Brower is very familiar with the Eatonville community,” School Board Chairperson Paulette Gilliardi said.

“His passion is centered around creating programs and support for students and their families. He will be completing his superintendent certification as he steps into the role of superintendent. He brings a wide range of experience in leadership having worked closely with the Bethel superintendent. The board and I look forward to working with him to expand opportunities for the students of the Eatonville School District. Welcome, Mr. Brower.”

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Pacific Northwest Ballet announces 2023-24 season

Pacific Northwest Ballet Artistic Director Peter Boal has announced the line-up for PNB’s 51st anniversary season, running from September 2023 through June 2024. Highlights include the return of Kent Stowell’s iconic Swan Lake, the comedic Coppélia, and Crystal Pite’s stunning The Seasons’ Canon. Also in the line-up are previous PNB crowdpleasers from Donald Byrd, Alexander Ekman, Jiri Kylian, Jessica Lang, Matthew Neenan, Alexei Ratmansky, and Twyla Tharp; a world premiere from Danielle Rowe; and the PNB premiere, at long last, of Alejandro Cerrudo’s large-scale One Thousand Pieces. (Plus, a new family-matinee offering, Harold and the Purple Crayon, featuring the students of the PNB School; and, of course, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker.)

The PNB Box Office is now open for subscription renewals and new subscriptions; tickets for individual programs go on sale July 18. PNB plans to continue offering its digital subscription as well so audiences across the country and around the world can attend the show. For further information, contact the PNB Box Office by phone at 206.441.2424, or online at PNB.org. As always, everything is subject to change.

2023-24 SEASON

REP 1 – PETITE MORT

September 22 – October 1, 2023

Digital streaming dates: October 5 – 9

PNB’s season-opener is jam-packed with whimsy, artistry, and drama. Built on a foundation of music from Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, and Schubert, this triple-bill looks at the world of dance through the unique perspectives of Jiri Kylian and Alexander Ekman.

Petite Mort

Music: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Choreography: Jiri Kylian

Staging: Roslyn Anderson

Scenic Design: Jiri Kylian

Costume Design: JokeVisser

Lighting Design: Joop Caboort

Sechs Tänze (Six Dances)

Music: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Choreography: Jiri Kylian

Staging: Roslyn Anderson

Scenic and Costume Design: Jiri Kylian

Lighting Design: Joop Caboort

Cacti

Music: Franz Josef Haydn, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Franz Schubert

Text: Spenser Theberge

Choreography: Alexander Ekman

Staging: Ana Lucaciu

Scenic and Costume Design: Alexander

Ekman

Lighting Design: Tom Visser

REP 2 – LOVE & LOSS

November 3 – 12, 2023

Digital streaming dates: November 16

– 20

This trio of works shines a light on some of the world premieres that PNB’s New Works Initiative has created in recent years. Donald Byrd’s haunting Love and Loss premiered in 2019, Alexei Ratmansky’s stunning tribute to his homeland of Ukraine, Wartime Elegy, followed in 2022, and inventive Australian choreographer Danielle Rowe will create something brand new for PNB

dancers this November.

WORLD PREMIERE

Music: Shannon Rugani

Choreography: Danielle Rowe

Costume Design: Emma Kingsbury

Lighting Design: Reed Nakayama

Wartime Elegy

Music: Valentin Silvestrov, and Ukrainian Village Music

Choreography: Alexei Ratmansky

Scenic Design: Wendall K. Harrington

Art: Matvi Vaisberg & Maria

Prymachenko

Costume Design: Moritz Junge

Lighting Design: Reed Nakayama

Love and Loss

Music: Emmanuel Witzthum

Choreography: Donald Byrd

Scenic and Lighting Design: Randall G. Chiarelli

Costume Design: Doris Black

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

November 24 – December 27, 2023

(NOTE: Not part of the 2023-24 Subscription season.)

Digital streaming dates: December 18 – 27

Whether a long-standing family tradition or a first trip to the theater, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® is ready to delight one and all. From the liveliest lobby in town to the dazzling sets and costumes and unforgettable performances, The Nutcracker is an integral part of the holidays for ballet fans of all ages!

Music: Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Choreography: George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust

Staging: Judith Fugate with Peter Boal and Garielle Whittle

Costume & Scenic Design: Ian Falconer

Lighting Design: James F. Ingalls

Swan Lake

February 2 – 11, 2024

Digital streaming dates: February 15 –19

By the light of Ming Cho Lee’s luminous moon, a flock of ethereal swans transports the audience to the wondrous world of Kent Stowell’s Swan Lake. This classic tale features epic dancing, stunning scenery and costumes, and the iconic score performed live by the PNB Orchestra.

Music: Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Choreography: Kent Stowell

Staging: Francia Russell (after Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov)

Scenic Design: Ming Cho Lee

Costume Design: Paul Tazewell

Lighting Design: Randall G. Chiarelli

REP 4 – ONE THOUSAND PIECES

March 15 – 24, 2024

Digital streaming dates: March 28 –April 1

Four years after its originally-scheduled PNB premiere, Alejandro Cerrudo’s complete One Thousand Pieces will finally take to the McCaw Hall stage. Cerrudo’s large-scale ensemble work is inspired by the work of artist Marc Chagall and features music from Philip Glass. Paired with the revelry and joy of Matthew Neenan’s made-for-PNB

Bacchus.

Bacchus

Music: Oliver Davis

Choreography: Matthew Neenan

Costume Design: Mark Zappone

Lighting Design: Randall G. Chiarelli

One Thousand Pieces

Music: Philip Glass

Choreography: Alejandro Cerrudo

Staging: Pablo Piantino/Ana Lopez

Scenic and Costume Design: Thomas

Mika

Lighting Design: Michael Korsch

Harold and the Purple Crayon [PNB Premiere]

March 2023 dates TBA (NOTE: Not part of the 2023-24 Subscription season.)

Featuring students of Pacific Northwest Ballet School.

Based on the beloved book by Crockett Johnson, this hour-long, narrated tale of Harold and his trusty crayon features performances by PNB School students and is the perfect introduction to ballet for young audiences.

Music: Andrew Bird

Choreography: Robyn Mineko

Williams/Terence Marling

Scenic Design: Ryan Wineinger-Schattl

Costume Design: Rebecca Shouse

Lighting Design: Matt Miller

REP 5 – THE SEASONS’ CANON

April 12 – 21, 2024

Digital streaming dates: April 25 – 29

Back by popular demand, Crystal Pite’s mesmerizing The Seasons’ Canon features 54 dancers moving as one organism to Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, recomposed by Max Richter. Pite’s opus is complemented by Twyla Tharp’s Shakerinspired Sweet Fields and Jessica Lang’s stunning solo work, The Calling.

Sweet Fields

Music: 18th- and 19th-century American hymns and Shaker songs

Choreography: Twyla Tharp

Staging: Matt Rivera with Shelley

Washington

Original Costume Design: Norma

Kamali

Original Lighting Design: Jennifer Tipton

The Calling

Music: Anonymous 12th-13th century

Choreography: Jessica Lang

Staging: Kanji Segawa

Costume Design: Elena Comendador

Costume Concept: Jessica Lang

Lighting Design: Nicole Pearce

The Seasons’ Canon

Music: Max Richter (Antonio Vivaldi)

Choreography: Crystal Pite

Staging: Eric Beauchesne & Anna Herrmann

Scenic Design: Jay Gower Taylor

Costume Design: Nancy Bryant

Lighting Design: Tom Visser

Coppélia

May 31 – June 9, 2023

Digital streaming dates: June 13 – 17

When a silent beauty appears on the balcony of toymaker Doctor Coppelius’ workshop, it spells trouble for sweethearts Swanilda and Franz: He’s smitten, and she’s determined to confront her rival and win back her beau. With spirited mime, bravura dancing, and Delibes’ famously melodic score, Coppélia is one of ballet’s greatest comedies.

Music: Léo Delibes

Book: Charles Nuitter, after E.T.A. Hoffman

Choreography: Alexandra Danilova and George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust (after Petipa)

Staging: Judith Fugate

Scenic and Costume Design: Roberta Guidi di Bagno

Lighting Design: Randall G. Chiarelli

SUBSCRIPTIONS/TICKETS

The Pacific Northwest Ballet Box Office is now taking orders for subscription renewals, new subscriptions, and digital-season subscriptions to PNB’s 2023-24 season. Full-season [seated] subscriptions start at $201 for seats to all six programs. Four-show partial-season subscriptions start at $138. The digitalonly subscription is available for $300.

Beginning July 18, tickets to all PNB performances (starting at $38) and George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker (starting at $29) may be purchased through the PNB Box Office: Phone - 206.441.2424

In Person - 301 Mercer Street at Seattle Center Online 24/7 - PNB.org

(Tickets are also available – subject to availability – 90 minutes prior to each performance at McCaw Hall. In-person ticket sales at the McCaw Hall Box Office are subject to day-of-show increases. Advance tickets through the PNB Box Office are strongly suggested for best prices and greatest availability.)

For information about special ticket offers including group discounts, The Pointe, Pay-What-You-Can, and student and senior rush tickets, visit PNB.org/ offers.

A Memorial service will be held for Ruth Nelson of Eatonville, WA, on April 23rd, 1:00 PM at Bethany Lutheran Church, 26418 Mountain Hwy E, Spanaway, WA 98387.

Ruth, 94, moved to Eatonville with her husband, Eldor (deceased), in 1974. An active member of the community, Ruth joined Bethany Lutheran Church in Spanaway, where she sang in the choir and served on a number of church committees. She also served on the Pierce County Sheriff’s Advisory Board and the Soil Conservation Board; she volunteered with Eatonville School District helping elementary students with math and reading, and helped organize and run Relay for Life in Eatonville. Ruth was very involved with the Grange; she served as Master President of Ohop Grange for over 20 years, served as Secretary for Ohop Grange for several years, and was an officer in Pomona Grange. Ruth also served at the state level for the Grange, taking on the role of Deputy State Master. In 2011, Ruth was awarded Washington State Grange's Leadership Award.

Ruth loved gardening, baking, word games, jigsaw puzzles, and reading. But most of all, she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to Bethany Lutheran Church, 26418 Mountain Hwy E, Spanaway, WA 98387, or American Cancer Society.

lando Gamez No. 22-3-00479-6 Summons

Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons

Served by Publication To the Respondent:

Noe Orlando Gamez: I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Divorce. You must respond in writing for the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published. The first date of publication is March 15, 2023. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: -No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and -The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents you receive with this Summons. These documents explain what the Petitioner is asking for. 2. Fill out the Response to Petition about a Marriage (FL Divorce 211). You can get the Response and other forms at: -Washington State Court Forms: www.courts.wa.gov/forms, -Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or -The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, Washington 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It’s a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. LOMBINO ͨ· MARTINO, P.S.

Dated: March 13, 2023 Leann K. Paluck, WSBA #25225 Attorney for Petitioner File original of your response with the clerk of the court at: Clerk - Pierce County Superior Court County-City Building, Room 110 930 Tacoma Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98402 Serve a copy of your response on: Petitioner’s Lawyer Leann K. Paluck Lombino Martino, P.S. 9315 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW, Suite 201 Lakewood, WA 98499

Published in the Dispatch March 15, 22 29, April 5, 12 & 19, 202

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the Parenting and Support of:

Child(ren): AVERLEY AIZLYNN GRACE

SMITH Petitioner/s: ANEALA JARAY

BLAKELY And Respondent/s: ADAM PAUL

DRAKEFORD No. 22-3-03911-5 Summons

Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons

Served by Publication To (other party’s

name/s): ADAM PAUL DRAKEFORD I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: PETITION FOR PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT

You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline!

Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: APRIL 12TH, 2023. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: -No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and -The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment).

Follow these steps:

1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [X] FL Parentage 332, Response to Petition for Parenting Plan, Residential Schedule and/ or Child Support You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at:

-The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms -Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or

-The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 110, Tacoma WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Aneala Jaray Blakely 04/07/2023 ANEALA JARAY BLAKELY I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): c/o PIERCE COUNTY JUVENILE COURT 5501 6TH AVENUE, TACOMA WA 98406 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10 & 17, 2023

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Eatonville Needs Bus Drivers! Recruitment Incentive!

Eatonville School District is hiring bus drivers and offering an incentive for new bus drivers: New applicants who come to the District already holding a CDL with all required school bus endorsements who are recommended for a bus driver position are eligible for a one-time $3,000 salary bonus, once their hire is approved by the school board. The $3,000 salary bonus will apply only to drivers who would not need to go through a driver training program in Eatonville.

New applicants who come to the District, complete the District’s CDL training program, and are recommended for a bus driver position, are eligible for a one-time $2,500 salary bonus, once their hire is approved by the school board. Applicants may apply at: https://edjobsnw.org/

For questions please contact: communications@eatonvilleschools.org

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State House passes amended bill to make possession a misdemeanor

By Brett Davis | The Center Square

The Washington State House of Representatives has passed an amended version of Senate Bill 5536 that would classify possession of controlled substances as a misdemeanor, rather than a gross misdemeanor.

Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5536 is in response to a February 2021 ruling by the state Supreme Court in State v. Blake that resulted in there being no state law making simple possession of drugs a crime unless the Legislature re-criminalized it. The Legislature did just that later in the year with Senate Bill 5476, but the provisions of that legislation expire on July 1.

ESSSB 5536 passed on a 54-41 bipartisan vote April 11.

Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, R-Goldendale, put forward an amendment that would restore the gross misdemeanor provision of the bill, but that amendment failed.

A misdemeanor is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a fine of up to $1,000, while the maximum punishment for a gross misdemeanor is 364 days in jail and a fine of up to $5,000.

“We know through data and studies that it takes a long time to detox, to go through a program,” explained Mosbrucker, who voted against the bill. “Often, we see that the gross misdemeanor is going to give us 364 days, whereas a simple misdemeanor is going to give us 90 days.”

Rep. Tarra Simmons, D-Bremerton, explained her opposition to Mosbrucker’s amendment.

“People do not get better in jail,” she said. Simmons, who voted to pass the bill, added, “We don’t have treatment there. It is not traumainformed. It is not a therapeutic environment.”