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MAYOR DELIVERS INSPIRING MESSAGE AT STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
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acoma Mayor Victoria Woodards delivered an inspiring message of Tacoma achieving its full potential, with all of its residents playing an active role, during her State of the City Address on March 6. The event took place on the campus of the University of Puget Sound. The theme of this year’s address was “Tacoma: Our Destiny in Motion.” The event began with a dance performance from Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center. The national anthem, as well as an original song, were performed by the Tacoma Refugee Choir. Connie McCloud, cultural director with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, gave a welcoming message to the audience. Ceremonial drumming was performed by members of the Puyallup Tribe. A video celebrating the beauty of the city was shown while a poem was read by Tacoma Poet Laureate Kellie Richardson. The invocation was delivered by Rabbi Bruce Kadden of Temple Beth El. Clemencia Castro-Woolery, chair-elect of the board of Tacoma/Pierce County Chamber of Commerce, served as the master of ceremonies. “Your city government exists to serve you,” Woodards said. She thanked the University of Puget Sound, which she described as “a wonderful academic institution,” for hosting the event. Woodards gave credit to God for allowing her to serve as the mayor. She also acknowledged her
mother as well as Harold Moss, the former mayor, Tacoma City Council member and Pierce County Council member who has served as her mentor for many years. “We have a destiny that jointly belongs to all of us,” she declared. Woodards examined some of the recent achievements in the city, including the $30 million renovation of Tacoma Dome and street repair projects. In 2018, city workers filled 3,600 potholes, she noted. The ongoing efforts have added more bicycle lanes and made more intersections compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Her speech touched on nearly every issue the city is facing, including mass transit projects, library hours and efforts to plant more trees through the Urban Forest Management Plan. She discussed efforts to open more libraries on Sundays and add another 396 hours of service. Woodards discussed the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic. She relayed a message she received from a woman who was addicted to opioids and sought shelter at the city’s stability site for the homeless. The woman is now in recovery. Woodards mentioned possible changes to the city’s recycling system, which she said would be a crucial decision. The mayor announced her selection of a book for Tacoma Reads Together. The book she encourages all residents to read in 2019 is “There There,” a novel by Tommy Orange. The author is a graduate of the master of fine arts program at the Institute of American Indian Arts. A native of Oakland, he is a member of the Cheyenne
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Mayor Woodard’s speech touched on nearly every issue the city is facing, including mass transit projects, library hours and efforts to plant more trees through the Urban Forest Management Plan. and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. He will make an appearance in town later this year as part of the Tacoma Reads Together program. Also during her address, the mayor announced the launch of a new “Coffee With the Mayor” event series in support of the City’s ongoing efforts to engage and con-
nect with community members. “Tacoma, along with the region that surrounds us, is changing rapidly,” she said. “Connecting directly with our residents and businesses has always provided me with the level of perspective I need to make better policy decisions, and I look u See MAYOR / page 7
SPORTS GAMBLING BILL APPEARS DEAD THIS SESSION BY JOHN LARSON jlarson@tacomaweekly.com
An effort to legalize sports gambling in this state appears unlikely to pass, but the prime sponsor of the bill in the Washington State House of Representatives thinks it is an idea whose time has come. Representative Eric Pettigrew (D-Seattle) introduced House Bill 1975, which called for legalizing sports betting in tribal casinos. The measure would legalize betting on college and professional sporting events in sports books located inside tribal gaming establishments. The House Committee on Commerce and Gaming held a hearing on the proposed legislation last month.
One interesting element of the bill is that it calls for legalizing online betting inside tribal facilities. Washington is the only state in the nation that has banned any form of online gambling. It is a class C felony in this state. Pettigrew said his bill generated a lot of interest. He discussed how sports gambling is already a common practice among many Americans. The upcoming NCAA basketball tournament, an annual event commonly referred to as March Madness, is among our nation’s more popular events for gambling, with many informal pools in workplaces. Many newspapers publish brackets, which gamblers use in predicting the winning and losing teams. The Super Bowl is another such event. Pettigrew noted the common practice of Super Bowl parties where
people purchase a square and wager on scoring during the game. Twice a year he goes to Las Vegas, where he enjoys placing a small wager on a game and watching it on television. “It is so much more fun than other forms of gambling,” he remarked. Pettigrew said he would rather spend his money in his home state than travel to Nevada to spend it. He said the bill, which is currently in the committee, appears dead this session. "It is on life support.” Pettigrew said it drew much interest from tribal casino operators as well as non-tribal gaming interests. He thinks any effort to allow sports books in non-tribal establishments is likely something that the Legislature would not address, as he u See SPORTS GAMBLING / page 7
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The Korean Women’s Association (KWA) Board of Trustees has announced that Peter Ansara has been named to lead the agency as newly appointed chief executive officer. “Peter Ansara is a well-respected executive in the community with a proven track record with KWA, guiding the agency during its toughest times. I have no doubt Peter will team with the board to set a strong trajectory for KWA’s next half-century,” said KWA Board of Trustees Chair Grace Kim. “Speaking on behalf of the KWA Board, we are very fortunate to have Peter as our new CEO and excited to get going on the work ahead.” The Korean Women’s Association provides multi-cultural, multi-lingual human services, regardless of race or ethnic background, to diverse communities through education, socialization, advocacy and support. Since 1972, KWA has responded to the needs of Western Washington communities with programs for affordable housing, senior wellness, in-home care support, and benefit enrollment. In addition, KWA advocates for individuals seeking immigration and naturalization, escaping domestic violence situations, and needing health screenings. KWA operates offices in 11 Western Washington counties and employs more than 1,400 employees. Ansara, who will start his new position at KWA on March 18, is a seasoned executive with more than two decades of experience and success in multiple markets and industries. During his career, Ansara has been responsible for overseeing numerous programs focused on in-home care, low-income housing, domestic violence, healthcare and other human services programs. Ansara, who served as KWA Executive Director from 2009-2016, rejoins the agency from his most recent position of director of human services for Pierce County. “Korean Women’s Association’s roots are the foundation for its excellent service to communities in 11 Western Washington counties,” Ansara said. “I am excited to return to this agency that was my home for nearly seven
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MEET TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ALL-WASHINGTON SCHOLARS FOR 2019 The annual All-Washington Recognition Ceremony celebrates two outstanding students from each of the state’s 34 community and technical colleges. This year’s event will be held March 21 at South Puget Sound Community College, 2011 Mottman Rd. S.W., Olympia, at noon in the Student Union Building (#27). Tacoma Community College is proud to be represented by All-Washington students Brandon Carlson-Clarke and Sharon Jang. BRANDON CARLSON-CLARKE Aspiring neurosurgeon Brandon Carlson-Clarke is just starting on the long road to professional certification, but he has already had an opportunity granted to few pre-medical students. After successfully competing for one of twelve highly coveted spots, he was invited to spend part of the summer of 2018 as a neurological surgery intern at the University Brandon Carlson-Clarke of Washington Medical Center – an experience that solidified his determination to enter the medical field. Carlson-Clarke credits a Tacoma Community College biology class for sparking the interest that would lead to his ambitious career choice. “My passion for neurology stems initially from a biology class I took at TCC which embodied in-depth analysis and the study of human and organismal nerves and nervous systems,” said Carlson-Clarke. After graduating in June 2019, Carlson-Clarke plans to transfer immediately to one of the several schools he is considering. He may transfer as a Jack Kent Cooke scholar; Carlson-Clarke was selected as one of Washington State’s eight semifinalists for the prestigious national scholarship. The finalists will be announced in April. At TCC, Carlson-Clarke is known as an outstanding scholar and as someone who is constantly seeking to expand opportunity, both for himself and for his fellow science students. When the college’s MESA program opened during the 2017-18 school year, he was the first student to apply. Dr. Maricris R. Eleno Orama, P.E., faculty sponsor of TCC’s MESA program, said that Carlson-Clarke’s reliability has been welcome. “He is consistently the first to be willing to help with MESA events, including weekly workshops, demonstrations, and volunteering as a speaker at our Summer Research Student Panel and student tour guide for our Open House. Also, his warmth and confidence emboldens other
MESA students to push their skills and abilities through their rigorous programs and allows Brandon to stand out as a leader.” SHARON JANG A bilingual Korean-American, Sharon Jang was inspired to study dentistry after a job-shadow experience in the Dominican Republic. At TCC, Jang began an educational journey she hopes will lead to a bachelor of science in community health, and then to a dental science doctorate. Through her work with the college’s award-winning Phi TheSharon Jang ta Kappa (PTK) chapter, Jang also began a journey of personal and social transformation. Jang became involved with PTK’s 2017-18 Honors in Action project, which involved hosting a symposium titled “Detained in Tacoma,” about the Northwest Detention Center. Midway through the complex, high-pressure project, the PTK president and treasurer resigned. “Ms. Jang, along with a fellow officer became co-presidents of the chapter and had to pick up the pieces to carry and finish the research and action component of the project,” wrote PTK advisor Dr. Tomas Ramos in a letter of recommendation for Jang. “I can assure you I have observed, experienced and benefitted from her ability to be organized, easygoing, and always open minded.” The symposium went on to win accolades at the international PTK conference in Utah that spring. Jang says she was inspired to take the lead on the project partly because of the contradiction she saw between the welcoming, multicultural Tacoma of her childhood and the Tacoma that is home to the nation’s fourth largest immigrant detention center. “My drive for wanting to share my work surrounding detainees led me to take the co-lead on the project, said Jang. “The event ended with positive feedback from faculty, students, and the community. Although opportunities for change remain for the future, this particular endeavor was one step closer in fulfilling Tacoma’s title as the ‘Welcoming City.’” Jang also holds a regional position within PTK, as vice president regional officer of District II. In that role, she provides scholarship information for PTK members and resources for PTK international students. Learn more about the 2019 All-Washington Academic Team Recognition Ceremony at https://spscc.edu/allwa.
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Mentorship works: Academic accountability and planning for success BY SAMIRA HARRIS Summit Olympus
High school can be tough to navigate. Like many of my friends, I spend a lot of my time thinking about my future – where I’ll go and what I’ll do. In between all the stress and planning, we high schoolers also have to focus on what we do every day; studying hard, passing our exams, and staying on track to graduate. Fortunately for myself and my peers at Summit Olympus, a public charter high school in Tacoma, we have teachers and faculty that help us plan and take steps to find, finance, and apply for college. I’m graduating this spring, so I’ve been looking back and thinking about my four years at Olympus and what made my time here special. For me, it comes down to the unique community we’ve built. That community starts with my mentor group. After entering Summit Olympus, students are connected with a small group of peers led by a mentor who takes a personal interest in our futures. We meet regularly
throughout our entire time at Summit Olympus, to discuss everything from assignments to how we learn, to life in general. Over the years, you become close. The 13 students in my group quickly became friends – rooting for each other’s successes and keeping ourselves accountable academically. Mentoring works for me because I know I have a trusted adult on campus who helps guide me through my high school experience, as well as the college application experience. I am able to call on my mentor for support on matters both inside and outside the classroom. You really feel like you’re building connections that last. And while your mentor is your advocate, it’s up to you to use what you learn from them. After all, when I graduate, I’m not going to be able to rely on my mentor in college. Having a mentor group helps create a sense of community that makes learning fun and engaging. Each year, a couple weeks before school, our mentor group takes an overnight camping trip. It’s the best experience – we have our mentors and mentees together, which helps us build our little
community. We do talent shows, mentor Olympics, and other team building activities – they’re a nice way to start off the school year. Within my group, there’s a lot of diversity, so we’re always learning about different backgrounds and sharing our own stories and perspectives. During the craziness of the school year, we can all get caught up in our classes and the day-to-day demands of high school. This is when the mentor group helps lift each other up. Earlier this year, our group decided to dedicate a day to apply for colleges and write our personal essays. We all had a goal of where we wanted to go to college, and we helped each other, working through 15 applications in one day! My school has helped me better prepare for my future, how to set goals, plan ahead, and stay on track to graduation. And they actually require you to apply for college! So, even if you don’t go, you can go later in life. My time at Summit Olympus has prepared for my next move, and I’ll forever be grateful for that. As I look back, I’m thinking about what I would tell myself on my
Samira Harris first day, and what advice I would give to new students. All you have to do is break out of the shy shell and say, “Hello!” Make some friends and listen to your mentor. Spend your time wisely – high school goes by fast!
Council drafting letter to Congress on Northwest Detention Center BY JOHN LARSON jlarson@tacomaweekly.com
Mayor Victoria Woodards and Tacoma City Council are working on a draft of a letter to Congress expressing concerns about Northwest Detention Center. The matter was
discussed during the March 5 study session. The mayor distributed copies of her letter, which is still in draft form. The opening paragraph reads as follows: “Among my colleagues and I, we continue to hear concerns daily about the Northwest Detention Center. Through reports from citizens and
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community leaders, we are knowledgeable of the breaches of health, safety, civil rights and human dignity in the detention center. The immigration incarceration system endangers 38,153 men, women and children every single day – 1,575 adults at this center in our city. As long as this facility is in our city, we will seek every means possible to ensure the rights, dignity, health and safety of the detainees are protected. We can do better for these 1,575 individuals who have been brought into our community. We call on you to be partner with us in making that commitment.” Councilmember Lillian Hunter described a tour of the facility she took last fall with Councilmember Conor McCarthy. They met with officials with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and GEO Group,
the company that operates the detention center for the federal agency. Hunter said efforts toward reform of immigration policies were hampered by the recent government shutdown. Hunter mentioned that she and other councilmembers had been working on their own letter on the subject. McCarthy said the council cannot change federal policy, but it can attempt to influence those who do. He wants to ensure that detainees have adequate food and are treated humanely. Councilmember Katherine Ushka said the city’s Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs should offer feedback on the letter. Councilmember Chris Beale said he also wants the Commission to participate in the process. “The letter would mean a tremendous amount to them.”
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TEACHING TOYS & BOOKS Supporting the emotional, physical and intellectual growth of children
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It is no secret that parents today have a lot on their plates when it comes to raising their children. The modern world is constantly moving-moving-moving, and the amount of information being thrown at us all the time is enough to send anyone into serious overload. All the while, our precious wee ones are quite aware of what we’re doing with our cell phones, iPads and computers, with studies showing that too much screen time can change children’s brain structure, leading to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. This is why Teaching Toys & Books is an oasis in a world of technological excess. Located in Proctor District at 2624 N. Proctor St. for nearly 40 years, this charming shop continues to delight young and old alike. Since 1981, Teaching Toys & Books has been providing quality toys that support the emotional, physical and intellectual growth of children – and lighting up the imaginations of young-at-heart grown-ups too in the process. Teaching Toys & Books is for everyone, no matter your age, but children are the guests of honor as they well should be. “It’s a hard sell for us if something involves a screen,” said Melissa Tennille, who co-owns the store with business partner Valla Wagner. “We feel that kids get that without being encouraged. It’s already a part of their life so we help them branch out and do something different.” Tennille and Wagner purchased the already established toy store from its previous owner when they were still working there as employees. “When the opportunity came, we jumped on it,” Tennille said. The two turned out to be such a success that they opened Teaching Toys, Too in Gig Harbor 10 years ago this month (4635 Point Fosdick Rd. N.W. / (253) 514-6113). At both locations, Teaching Toys & Books is packed with thousands of products,
all cleverly displayed along wide aisles that offer plenty of room to move around – and to give little ones plenty of space to explore. With their trained eyes for quality products, Tennille and Wagner work directly with toy companies to bring new items into the store. Just a couple weeks ago, Tennille was away at the American International Toy Fair in New York where she perused almost half a million square feet of the sales floor showroom. She goes to this one every February and another one every June, visiting Seattle showrooms twice a year in between. “I look for companies that are totally invested in their product,” Tennille said, “people who are enthusiastic about something that they make and put a lot of thought into.” And, she keeps watch for unique toys that customers won’t find at Target or big box stores. Training for Tennille, Wagner and their employees comes straight from company representatives, as product knowledge is important at Teaching Toys & Books. Sometimes there are small differences between products that customers need to know about. For example, Tennille said that a recent customer was looking for a train set for her child and wanted to know the difference between the ones that Teaching Toys has in stock. Train sets are a big seller at Teaching Toys & Books, especially the Brio brand, which has been in business for more than 100 years. “We sell more of these trains than anywhere in the Pacific Northwest,” Tennille said, explaining that Brio wooden train sets include the imaginative play aspect, the puzzle aspect to link the tracks together in various configurations, and they’re sturdy, too – sure to last through multiple children in families. Playmobil is another popular product. “They think of everything,” as Tennille put it. For example, the school play set doesn’t come with just desks and chairs – it includes chalk for the chalkboard, a little bicycle rack, and all kinds of fun details. Books are a big deal at Teaching Toys & Books. This includes classics like the “Lit-
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Melissa Tennille (pictured here) and Valla Wagner are co-owners of Teaching Toys & Books, and have been so successful that they opened Teaching Toys, Too in Gig Harbor. tle House on the Prairie,” “Anne of Green Gables,” and “The Chronicles of Narnia” in addition to newer classics as well like “Harry Potter” and “Percy Jackson.” “Almost half of what we sell are books – fiction and non-fiction, picture books galore, and board books for toddlers,” Tennille said. “We enjoy offering titles by local best selling authors, too, like Tom Llewellyn and Marissa Meyers.” Customer Stephanie Hatch has been a loyal customer for about 27 years. “They always have toys out for kids to play with and there is no pressure to buy,” she said, noting that the store is welcoming for those who want to just come in and browse to get ideas of what to come back and buy for birthdays and Christmas. “Proctor is growing so much and this is a store that I’ve been worried about so I always try and support them as much as I can.” Teaching Toys & Books celebrates their local community and joins hundreds of independent toy stores across the nation in hosting a Neighborhood Toy Store Day
celebration each November. Participants receive a free toy for every child and enjoy entertainers, cotton candy, and more. “One year we made ice cream with liquid nitrogen and that was a good time,” Tennille recalled. This day doubles as a benefit for local organizations that do good things for children. Last year’s beneficiary was the Communities in Schools Ready Set Read Program. The store also holds special sales events, with the next one coming up at the last weekend of this month – 20 percent off everything in the store March 30-31. Teaching Toys & Books’ great selection, free gift-wrapping and customer appreciation punch cards are just some of the reasons why the store has been named “the best toy store in the galaxy” and “Best of the South Sound” in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 by South Sound Magazine. Learn more at www.TeachingToysAndBook.com or call (253) 759-9835. The store is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The local business seeking to be a partner in the long-term future of Click! Network appears to have the edge over its competitor, a major broadband company. On March 5, Tacoma City Council and Tacoma Public Utility Board met to hear a presentation from JoAnne Hovis of CTC Technology & Energy. The consulting firm has been advising the two governing bodies regarding options for the future of the municipally owned communications network. There were an initial five responses to a request for proposals. Three of them were deemed fundamentally non-aligned with 12 policy goals set by the two bodies. The non-responsive bidders were given an
opportunity to revise their proposals. The list was narrowed to three. One of them, Yomura Fiber, saw its discussion end due to incompatibility regarding control of the fiber to meet security regulations. The meeting this week focused on the final two, Rainier Connect and Wave. Term sheets for the two companies were examined. Rainier Connect is a local business that has been providing Internet service through Click for many years. Wave is a company with operations on the West Coast, East Coast and Texas. “We were dealing with two viable partners,” Hovis remarked. Both companies are similar in their technical and financial capacity. Both demonstrated the capability to upgrade and operate Click assets. Both provid-
ed independent verification of financial capacity to meet obligations. Wave is an equity-backed company, the sixth-largest broadband provider in the nation. While Rainier Connect is a small, family-owned business, it appears able to scale up its operations to meet the obligations of the deal. Her recommendation is to negotiate with Rainier Connect. The company aligns better than Wave with several of the policy goals. On the goal of affordability for low-income customers, both companies offered reduced-cost service for households eligible for TPU electric service discount program. Both would provide free service to at least 30 locations that provide assistance to the poor, but Rainier Connect was the only one to offer the federal Lifeline subsidy of $9.25 per month. In the category of financial stability, Wave would pay TPU approximately $1.5 million per year, each year, of which $500,000 will be applied to Wave’s electricity costs. Rainier Connect will pay
$2.5 million the first year, increasing incrementally to $3 million annually beginning in year six. In the area of customer service, only Rainier Connect promises to begin repair of service interruptions within 24 hours, and only they committed to having customer service staff located in Tacoma. Councilmember Conor McCarthy, who took office in 2016, said this was the most positive meeting regarding Click since he has been on the council. In response to a question from Councilmember Ryan Mello, Hovis said the company that is selected would offer cable television. Mello noted that the future of cable is uncertain. While Hovis acknowledged that the way Americans are watching television is changing, cable is not on its deathbed. “There are still a lot of people who want cable television and the partner will respond to that.” The TPU Board will take public comment on this topic during its March 13 meeting.
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TACOMA TENANTS ORGANIZING COMMITTEE TAKES IT TO OLYMPIA
After winning tenant protections in Tacoma last November, Tacoma Tenants have been meeting with state legislators to push for statewide tenant protections, including those passed in Tacoma, along with just cause and additional eviction reforms. The activists have traveled to Olympia to testify during committee meetings, and key bills will be sent to the House and Senate floors soon. Members of the Tacoma Tenants Organizing Commitee rallied in Olympia on Feb. 27 for rent control with the Tenants Union of Washington and other supporters, and were in Olympia Feb. 28 for Housing and Homelessness Advocacy Day hosted by the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance. TTOC will be connecting with tenants from all over the state, participating in workshops, meeting with legislators and rallying on the Capitol steps. Lawmakers in Pierce County have taken on key leadership roles for tenant protections. Rep. Laurie Jinkins, Rep. Steve Kirby, Rep. Melanie Morgan, Rep. Christine Kilduff, Sen. Jeannie Darneille, and Sen. Steve Conway have all sponsored and supported crucial bills to protect tenants, address the impact of displacement, and
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thinks it would go to a vote of the people. If the bill does indeed die this session, Pettigrew plans to introduce a version of it again next year. He noted that many laws
prevent homelessness. HB 1656 includes just cause protection, which requires legitimate reasons to terminate tenancy. This vital protection helps prevent discrimination and retaliation. The bill also includes extended notice to vacate for renovation or demolition, which gives tenants time to find housing. HB 1453/SB 5600 include necessary eviction reforms by extending the current three-day notice to 14 days to pay past due rent. Homeowners get up to 90 days if they fall behind on their mortgage. Renters shouldn’t be one emergency away from homelessness. The bill also allows judges to use discretion to provide alternatives to eviction. HB 1440 provides 60-day notice of rent increases (instead of just 30 days). Limits are needed on rent increases to gain true housing security for renters. HB 1694 requires the option of installment payments for move-in costs. The landlord lobby claims that these changes could lower their profits, but without these reforms, tenants will continue to lose their homes. The Tacoma Tenants are proud of what they have accomplished in Tacoma with the passage of the Rental Housing Code in November, and they are putting on the pressure in Olympia to get these protections and even more across the state.
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have to go through such a process of several years before gaining enough support to pass. He said football fans are thrilled by the 99-yard long touchdown pass, but the majority of action during a game is plays that result in yards in short chunks. “We had a pretty good drive,” he said. “Next year we need to move the ball farther.”
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forward to implementing this new tool.” The events will take place every month, and have been scheduled through the end of 2019. Events have been scheduled in each Council district, and offered at a variety of different days and times to allow for broader participation: • Saturday, April 13, 10-11 a.m., Red Elm Cafe at 1114 Martin Luther King Jr. Way • Friday, May 17, 8-9 a.m., downtown Tacoma (location to be announced) • Wednesday, June 5, 10-11 a.m.
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PRETTY GRITTY TOURS TO LEAD LATE NIGHT TOUR OF STADIUM HIGH SCHOOL Come experience the grandeur and history
On Saturday, March 30, Pretty Gritty Tours will offer an exclusive opportunity to go inside Stadium High School for an hour-long exploration of the halls and corridors of this magnificent building from the 1800s. This is an opportunity to see the boiler room, historical theater, and attic. For anyone who has always wanted to see inside Stadium and hear the lore of the building, now is the opportunity. Originally built by the Northern Pacific Railroad to be a luxury hotel, the building was abandoned in the financial crash of the late 1800s. Not long after, fire gutted the building. Luckily, this iconic French Chateau style structure was purchased by the school district and opened in 1906 as Tacoma’s most impressive high school. The majority of the tour is ADA accessible and there are elevators available. This tour is kid-friendly, but children under 10 cannot enter the attic. There are four tour times starting at 6 p.m. and running every hour until 10 p.m. Buy your tickets online early to ensure that you get a spot. Tickets are $25 a person at www. PrettyGrittyTours.com. Due to school regulations and a desire to keep tours optimal, group sizes will be kept small. Pretty Gritty Tours is comprised of four friends who are passionate about spreading the (253) love and sharing Tacoma with locals and visitors alike. Tawny Clark and Captain Chris Staudinger are award-winning travel writers and videographers who, after traveling the world, decided to make Tacoma their home. Since meeting on Mount Kilimanjaro in 2008, they have explored the globe together and covered numerous destinations for prestigious outlets such as Expedia, BBC Travel and USA Today. With more than 50 countries under their belts, they chose the City of Destiny as home to their travel tour company in the hopes that you fall in love with Tacoma as much as they have. Jackie and Paul Richter are local entertainers and artists with a passion for history and performance. Their love story has been framed by the powerful architecture of Tacoma and set upon the stage of her vast waterfront. Together, they have explored all of the hidden alleys and forgotten tunnels of Tacoma and brought them to light. All four of these adventurers pride themselves in the quality and attention to detail with each tour. Pretty Gritty Tours’ knowledgeable guides are happy to welcome any and all questions. To ensure an intimate environment, they offer
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JOIN THE SEARCH FOR BOUNDLESS PROVIDENCE AT LUCKY FESTIVAL 2019 Good fortune finds those who seek it. Hidden just out of sight away from those who would rather just idle through life, it waits for those with a vibrant soul to discover it. Come now, and join in our search for boundless providence at the 8th annual Lucky Festival, Saturday, March 16, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the Tacoma Dome. This event is for those 18 years and older. Follow us to the end of the rainbow and discover a magical land where whimsical creatures roam wild and life blooms with effervescence. Join in the dance of the fairies at Lucky Arena, search for pots of gold in the Leprechaun’s Lair, and experience the blissfulness that comes from finding the End Of The Rainbow, find some extra luck at Clover Park, and so much more. This is one Celtic-inspired celebration you won’t want to miss. Join us this St. Patrick’s Day for a whimsical night featuring performances by Galantis, Adventure Club, Ganja White Night, Alex Di Stefano, Andrew Rayel, Ben Nicky, Blastoyz, Breathe Carolina, Champagne Drip b2b Zeke Beats, David Gravell, DC Breaks, Eptic, Estiva, Feed Me, Josep, Liquid Stranger, Marvel Years, SoDown, Solarstone, Svdden Death, and Will Sparks. #Lucky2019 Tickets are on sale now at http://bit.ly/LuckyFestival2019. act like it’s 5 o’clock somewhere! This is a 21+ event and valid I.D. required for admission. It all takes place on Saturday, March 23, 6:30-10 p.m. Get ticket info and more at www.museumofglass.org/slider-cookoff.
‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ comes to Tacoma
Bring your appetite to Museum of Glass’ slider cook-off
Head to the Museum of Glass for the 8th Annual Slider Cook-off, featuring live fiery glassblowing by artist John Miller, live music inspired by Jimmy Buffet, and the best sliders in town! Come dressed in your Key West best and
Fabulously fun and international award-winning “Legally Blonde: The Musical” is the ultimate Broadway tribute to Girl Power! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be legally blonde and the smartest person in the room. This contemporary, sassy musical moves at a breakneck pace driven by memorable songs and explosive dances. “Legally Blonde: The Musical” warms the heart by proving that self-discovery can be way too much fun and hilarious to boot. Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he
can start getting more serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her ingenuity and charm to get into Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential, and her true assets, as she sets out to prove herself to the world and make everyone a believer. Based on the beloved movie, “Legally Blonde: The Musical” will take you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest new heroine and, of
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‘A Little Night Music’ comes to Tacoma Little Theatre Tacoma Little Theatre presents Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music,” part of its 100th anniversary season, opening March 8. This production is directed by John Munn, musically directed by Deborah Lynn Armstrong, and choreographed by Lexi Barnett. Winner of four Tony Awards, Sondheim’s glorious musical takes place in 1900 Sweden on a magical night that smiles three times. An aging actress, a married virgin, a sex-starved divinity student and a buffoonish count find themselves hilariously tangled in a web of love affairs. Delightful, charming and at times heartbreaking, with gorgeous, lush music, including “A Weekend in the Country,” “Liaisons” and the seminal “Send in the Clowns,” “A Little Night Music” is a coupling (and uncoupling) tour-de-force. Tacoma Little Theatre’s production features: Jonathan Bill (Fredrik Egerman), Jamey Cheek (Count Carl-Magnus Malcolm), Hayley Ewerz (Petra), Dominic Girolami (Frid), Julianna Guzman-Fer-
reira (Fredrika Armfeldt), Alyssa Peters (Charlotte Malcolm), Rosalie Hilburn (Madame Armfeldt), Juliet Hollifield (Anne Egerman), Will Johnson (Henrik Egerman), Casi Pruitt (Desiree Armfeldt), Audrey Stowe (Malla), Grace Wilkerson (Osa), and Erik Davis, Caryl Dowd, Kira Vega, Heidi Walworth-Horn and Chap Wolff as the Liebeslieder Singers. “A Little Night Music” will run through Sunday, March 31. Friday and Saturday showings are at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. “A Little Night Music” is recommended for ages 12 and up. Tickets are $27 adults, $25 seniors 60+/ students/military), and $22 children 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased online at www.TacomaLittleTheatre.com or by calling the box office at (253) 272-2281. Group rates are available for 10 or more, and special FLEX passes for six are only $135. There will be a special “pay what you can” performance on Thursday, March 21. Tickets for that performance are only available in person or over the phone.
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Jonathan Bill (Fredrik), Jamey Cheek (Carl-Magnus), Casi Pruitt (Desiree), Alyssa Peters (Charlotte) and Juliet Hollidfield (Anne) star in “A Little Night Music.”
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SCHOOL PAGE ARTWORK, POETRY, AND WRITING FROM TACOMA STUDENTS
PTA Reflections Student Contest Entries and Theme: “Heroes Around Me” 50 Years My great aunt and uncle, Judy and Rick Wright are my everyday heroes. I took this photo at their 50th anniversary party. They make the world a better place. After my Papa & Nana died they became grandparents to me. Aunt Judy teaches me to cook yummy recipes. Uncle Rick tells me jokes & acts silly. They make me feel loved. They help their community. Aunt Judy taught kids with special needs. She helps with community meals. Uncle Rick also taught kids. He plays the piano, tells jokes, and makes everyone feel happy. — Natalie Kindt, 3rd grade, Teacher: Ms. McClary, Geiger Montessori School
Both of these talented students come from Ms. Riggio’s Kindergarten class at Pt. Defiance Elementary. A doctor is a hero. She gives people shots to make people better. She has a temperature thing. She checks your heart with the heart beat thing. She has circle band aids to give you after she gives you a shot. — Nolan Kerns
A Son’s First Hero The theme, “Heroes Around Me” represents to me the people that will constantly support you through hardships and the risks you take. In this case, my Father would be the hero to my youngest brother. When my brother decides to take the risk of jumping, instead of discouraging him, my Father helps my brother to land safely. This shows to me the act of heroism my Father shows to my family every day. — Rachel Nguyen, 9th grade, School of the Arts
Love-Loyalty and Fur Heroes don’t always have to be human. The four-legged kind can often be forgotten. They provide unconditional love and service, whether it’s to your family or your country. Every dog is a hero in its own way. The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as them.
This picture was about how my father came home from the War in Iraq. This picture is dedicated to the two soldiers who were in my Dad’s company and didn’t get to come home to their loving families. — Charlotte Southworth, 7th grade, Teacher: Ms. Haddigan, Truman Middle School
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Around me I have many Heroes: police officers, firefighters and many more but, my favorite heroes are my Mom and Dad.
— Kyra Vakil, 6th grade, Teacher: Mrs. Hussey, Meeker Middle School
My hero is God and his friends. He helps me feel better when I’m sad. He always cares about everybody. — Claire Spaulding
Coming Home
My Mom and Dad help me when I struggle. They wonder where I am. They wonder what I’m doing. My Mom helps me with art. My Dad helps me with wood carving. They buy me clothes. They buy me food. They cheer me up when I am sad. They cheer for me at soccer games. They are the best parents in the world! — Artem Shvets, 6th grade, Teacher: Mr. Moultine, Truman Middle School
Students of art teacher Ms. Mann, at the Science and Math Institute, were asked to design a wildlife banner using watercolor and ink for the South Sound Sustainability Expo. The City of Tacoma’s Office of Sustainability then chose 20 student artworks to print on large banners which decorated the Greater Tacoma Convention Center during the March 2 Expo. Below(or above?) are two excellent samples of the four you will eventually see on our student pages.
— Elsa Walstead, grade 11
All Heroes I did this picture because anyone can be a hero for their good deeds and helping others. For example, doctors, engineers, and many other people are heroes for their never-ending compassion and service to others. — Charlotte Southworth, 7th grade, Teacher: Ms. Haddigan, Truman Middle School
— Naomi Alvarez, grade 10
Teachers and students interested in submitting work may get guidelines or information from Shari Shelton, (253) 906-3769 or at 8ssheltonz8@gmail.com. View this page and others online at www.tacomaweekly.com.
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course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser. “Legally Blonde: The Musical” plays at the Pantages Theater on Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $55, $75, $99 and $139. Learn more at www.TacomaArtsLive. org.
Cirque Éloize Saloon: A Musical Acrobatic Adventure
Swing open the Saloon doors and lasso up fun for the entire family. Enter a mythical world where theatre and circus collide for non-stop live folk music combined with strength, agility and original choreography. Under the spell of Saloon’s beautiful Belle, the lover sets off in a chase worthy of the greatest Westerns for an action-packed theatrical thrill-ride. An inspirational leader in contemporary circus from Quebec, Cirque Éloize thrills audiences with its rich sensory entertainment through its daring combination of circus disciplines and its highly imaginative use of visual arts and technologies. The show happens at the Pantages Theater on Saturday, March 16, 7:30 p.m. Learn more at www.TacomaArtsLive. org.
Salish Sea Early Music Festival plays St. Luke’s
The Salish Sea Early Music Festival presents an extraordinary opportunity to hear Johann Sebastian Bach’s sonatas for flute and harpsichord on period instruments with German harpsichordist Hans-Jürgen Schnoor from Lübeck, Germany and flutist Jeffrey Cohan on Sunday, March 10 at St.
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Hans-Jürgen Schnoor Luke’s Memorial Episcopal Church, 3615 N. Gove St., Tacoma. Hans-Jürgen Schnoor, formerly organist at the St. Marien Kirche to which Bach walked for three days to hear Dietrich Buxtehude, has performed the Goldberg Variations more than 120 times, perhaps more than any other living harpsichordist, and has been working with flutist Jeffrey Cohan for more than three decades. Suggested donation $15, $20 or $25, 18 and under free. All are welcome (a free will offering). Find Salish Sea Early Music Festiva’s remaining 2019 performances through June at www.salishseafestival.org/tacoma.
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Dear Barb, Does the place you live or grew up make a notable difference in the risk of heart attack and heart issues? What are the most common culprits? Does depression cause heart attacks? — Signed, Taking Care of My Ticker Dear Taking Care of My Ticker, Where you live can dictate how long you live and the quality of life you have. Garth Graham, MD, MPH, cardiologist and president of the Aetna Foundation says: “Your environment is important. It dictates your ability to access fresh fruits and vegetables and safe places to bike and walk and even the air you breathe, and that can influence your heart health.” A 2016 study from the American Heart Association found that counties with the highest rate of death from heart disease are concentrated in the South. Those who felt lonely had a 29 percent higher risk of heart disease and 32 percent higher risk of stroke compared to people who had – or felt like they had – lots of social relationships. Loneliness, or the stress of being alone, can cause inflammation in the body, creating conditions that can lead to heart disease, or lead to depression, another major risk factor. Brush and floss regularly and visit your dentist. It’s true! The state of your teeth and gums are related to heart health. Bleeding or inflamed gums allow bacteria to enter the bloodstream, where it can cause unknown or known inflammation and create conditions that can lead to heart disease. What happens during pregnancy influences heart health and may have an impact down the line. Tell your doctor about your pregnancy history if you had problems and get regularly screened for diabetes and hypertension. A sudden traumatic event like a death in the family or a car accident doesn’t just make you feel like your heart stops. It may actually cause heart trouble. Big stress can lead to an acute surge in adrenaline, which causes the heart rate and blood pressure to go up and stay elevated. A bad boss! The low-level stress of having to deal with a negative, manipulative boss day-in and day-out can also cause your ticker to flicker. Researchers found that you may be 40 percent more likely to have a heart attack if you have a bad boss. Lack of sleep and waking up frequently at night can raise your blood pressure and heart rate, keeping your body on high alert instead of at rest. Plus, when you’re tired, you’re less likely to keep up with healthy habits. Diabetes and hypertension raise the risk of heart disease. Autoimmune conditions may also make you more susceptible to heart trouble. If you love French fries, fried chicken, fried fish, and chips, too much fried food can increase your risk for heart disease and death, especially in postmenopausal women over the age of 50. So, while it’s okay to enjoy some deep-fried food every once in a while, don’t make it a regular habit. E-cigarettes may be an alternative to smoking, but they aren’t much better for your heart health, resulting in a 40 percent higher risk of coronary heart disease compared to those who never used e-cigarettes It runs in the family and with heart disease, it’s definitely true. Even people with low cholesterol levels and a healthy lifestyle and who are slim if they have a family history of heart disease, they can develop blockages in their arteries at a young age. Depression causes a higher risk for cardiovascular disease. It’s not 100 percent certain why this happens, but it’s thought to be because you’re less likely to take care of yourself like eating well and exercising. Plus, if you do have a heart attack or other heart-related problem, individuals with depression don’t recover as well. Cancer treatments have become more and more effective in fighting cancer, but there’s one major downside: heart problems. Some medicines for cancer and chemotherapy are cardio-toxic and can lead to cardiomyopathy. Radiation can also cause blockages in your blood vessels, putting you at risk for heart attack and heart failure too. Problems can show up years after treatment has ended. Throw back a drink…or six. While some headlines say that alcohol is good for your heart, don’t go overboard. Excess alcohol consumption can raise blood pressure and increase your risk for heart disease. Women should have no more than one drink a day and men no more than two drinks a day. If you’ve hit menopause, there’s a trend toward increased cardiovascular disease risk as you get older, and the risk gets higher when you hit menopause. All of these factors are not in your control, but some are directly in your hands! Barb Rock is a mental health counselor and author in Tacoma, and the published author of “Run Your Own Race: Happiness after 50.” Send any questions related to mental health, relationships or life issues to her at BarbRockrocks@yahoo.com.
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Join South Sound Surfrider at a Saturday morning beach cleanup at Dash Point Park and Pier. Look for the blue Surfrider tent and flag. Rain or shine, dress for the weather! We encourage you to bring your own bucket and gloves for the cleanup, but we will have some spares to share. Please be sure to wear boots and bring your reusable bottle to fill at our drinking station. Our cleanups are welcome to individuals of all ages, schools clubs, Scouts, friends, family and coworkers. Beach cleanups are a fun and easy way to volunteer your time by helping to keep our beaches and ocean clean! See you at the beach! Info: www.facebook.com/events/281557102540338
‘ANGELS IN AMERICA’ PARTS 1 & 2 Part 1 Performances: Fri., March 8, 15; 7 p.m. March 9, 16; 7 p.m. March 10, 17; 2 p.m. Part 2 Performances: Sun., March 10; 7 p.m. Sun., March 17; 2 p.m. Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd. S.W., Lakewood This two-part Pulitzer and Tony Award winning epic, presented in repertory, is an intimate portrait of the tumultuous AIDS epidemic that ravaged the United States in the 1980s. The story is as real as the crisis itself portraying adult themes and intimate human relationships, which include same-sex couples, who were impacted by this disease. This show is meant for mature audiences, as it contains the use of profanity, sexual themes and conversations involving sex, religion, politics, gender and race. This show also includes the use of vibrant theatrical lighting, sound and technical effects. In the first part of Tony Kushner’s epic, set in 1980’s New York City, a gay man is abandoned by his lover when he contracts the AIDS virus, and a closeted Mormon lawyer’s marriage to his pill-popping wife stalls. Other characters include the infamous McCarthy-ite lawyer Roy Cohn, Ethel Rosenberg, a former drag queen who works as a nurse, and… yes…an angel. In the second part, the plague of AIDS worsens, relationships fall apart as new, and unexpected friendships, take form. Info: www.LakewoodPlayhouse. org; (253) 588-0042 ‘AGNES OF GOD’ Fri., March 8, 15; 7:30 p.m. Sat., March 9, 16; 7:30 p.m. Sun., March 10, 17; 2 p.m. The Dukesbay Theater, 508 6th Ave., #10, Tacoma Part drama, part mystery, part spiritual journey, John Pielmeier’s “Agnes of God” tells the story of a young novice nun, Sister Agnes, who gives birth to a baby that is found dead. But Agnes knows nothing of her pregnancy, the birth, or who the father is. Could this be a miracle...or a murder? “Agnes of God” leads the audience toward the search for truth and the meaning of faith. A court-appointed psychiatrist faces off against the overprotective Mother Superior while investigating Sister Agnes’ sanity to stand trial. What will the doctor conclude, and what will ultimately happen to Agnes? Directed by Nyree Martinez. Price: $15 general admission, includes your choice of coffee, tea and an assortment of cookies. Tickets: http://DukesbayAgnes. brownpapertickets.com. Info: info@ dukesbay.org, (253) 350-7680. ‘A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC’ Fri., March 8, 15, 22, 29; 7:30 p.m.
Sat., March 9, 16, 23, 30; 7:30 p.m. Sun., March 10, 17, 24, 31; 2 p.m. Pay What You Can: Thurs., March 21, 7:30 p.m. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N. I St., Tacoma Winner of four Tony Awards, Stephen Sondheim’s glorious musical masterpiece returns to the TLT stage. In 1900 Sweden, on a magical night that smiles three times, an aging actress, a married virgin, a sex-starved divinity student, and a buffoonish count find themselves hilariously tangled in a web of love affairs. Delightful, charming and at times heartbreaking, with gorgeous, lush music, including “A Weekend in the Country,” “Liaisons” and the seminal “Send in the Clowns,” “A Little Night Music” is a coupling (and uncoupling) tour-deforce. Recommended for ages 12 and older. Price: $27 adults, $25 students/ seniors/military, $22 children 12 and under. Info: www.TacomaLittleTheatre.com ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP Mon., March 11, 6:30-8 p.m. Skyline Presbyterian, 6301 Westgate Blvd., Tacoma Caring for someone with younger-onset memory loss? Do you need information and support? Alzheimer’s Association family younger-onset caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with younger-onset memory loss. Meetings are held the second Monday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. Price: Free. Info: Lisa Johnson at (253) 905-9269 GRIT CITY THINK & DRINK Tues., March 12, 6:30-8 p.m. The Swiss Restaurant & Pub, 1904 Jefferson Ave., Tacoma “Life Finds a Way: Evolution in Cities” with Dr. Christopher Schell, UW Tacoma. Cities are the fastest growing ecosystem on Earth. Coincidentally, many wildlife face anthropogenic pressures they have not traditionally encountered in their evolutionary history. Many species faced with such selective pressures are detrimentally affected, whereas others thrive in urban environments. This talk explores the emergence of a field – urban evolutionary biology – and how humans are the essential drivers and arbiters of this composite, yet wholly unique, ecosystem. In addition, Dr. Schell will detail the varied work beginning in the Tacoma, Olympia, and Seattle areas that blend research with community engagement in a novel way. Such research endeavors not only illuminate the processes by which wildlife respond to people, but also highlights the integral and far-reaching roles we play.
Price: Free. Info: www.facebook. com/events/2042872365758644 HILLTOP ARTISTS’ BIOT-THEMED GALLERY HOURS Thurs., March 14, 5-7 p.m. Hilltop Artists’ Hot Shop, 602 N. Sprague Ave., Tacoma Join us for a special gallery hours event to kick off our 2019 Student Ambassador Program! This summer, a Hilltop Artists student will travel to Biot, France for three weeks to study with master glassblower Antoine Pierini. In return, we will host a glassblowing student from Biot during our Summer Glass Arts Program. Proceeds from the sale of special Biot floats will help fund this once-in-a-lifetime experience for a Hilltop Artists student. Not looking to shop? Join for some French-themed treats (croissants, anyone?) and live demos by students in the hot shop. The proceeds from our glass sales go directly back into our programs and help us provide tuition-free glass arts instruction for over 650 students each year. Price: Free. Info: http://hilltopartists.org SURFRIDER FOUNDATION HOSTS MICHAEL GARRITY Thurs., March 14, 6:30-8 p.m. The Social Bar & Grill, 1715 Dock St., Tacoma Join South Sound Surfrider as it hosts Michael Garrity, Columbia River/Water Policy Manager for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, where he works on dam and salmon management issues in the Columbia Basin and water policy issues statewide. Garrity’s talk will draw on his experience at WDFW and American Rivers, covering promising developments for Chinook salmon abundance in the Columbia and Puget Sound basins that will also benefit southern resident killer whales. He will also discuss challenges and opportunities in the Columbia and Chehalis rivers, as well as in some of the rivers feeding Puget Sound. Finally, he will make a pitch for the value of an integrated, watershed-based approach to river management not just for rivers but to the saltwater ecosystems fed by Washington’s rivers. Come out for an informative and friendly discussion about the place we live and love, and how each of us can help to improve it. This is the monthly meeting of the South Sound Chapter and is free and open to the public. We’ll also have other fun updates, including our March Beach Cleanup happening on March 16. All ages welcome Price: Free. Info: www.facebook. com/events/2283890581935845 ‘BECOMING MORE VISIBLE’ Wed., March 20, 7 p.m. Tacoma Rainbow Center, 2215 Pacific Ave., Tacoma Challenged by how to identify
since early childhood, in this film four fearless transgender young adults defy societal norms to be their true selves and become more visible. No transition is easy but some are easier than others. We follow Sean, a transgender male comedian from a small affluent town in upstate NY; Katherine, a Bangladeshi transgender girl from a closely-knit Muslim family; Olivia, who had to leave everything behind and enter the shelter system in order to be the woman she knows she is; and the unforgettable Morgin, a fully transitioned woman pursuing her musical ambitions and making her way in the world. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Price: Free. Info: www.rainbowcntr.org
AGING INTO THE FUTURE: PIERCE COUNTY 2020-2030 Sat., March 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. McGavick Conference Center at Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW, Building 23, Lakewood This innovative forum is more than a conference on aging. It is a community conversation about what to look for in the coming decade and how we can start planning now to make the best use of emerging services, technologies and resources. The conference will feature innovative, fast-paced PechaKucha presentations on crucial topics such as transportation, housing, long-term health, financial security, threats to independence and more. This specialized format allows presenters to use only 20 slides, for 20 seconds each, to illustrate their vision. Each presentation will be followed by a live survey of audience members using a real-time electronic voting system. Participants will also be able to respond with written feedback, suggestions and recommendations. This conference is free, but attendees must register in advance at www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/3921294 or call the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at (253) 798-4600.
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LEGAL NEWS Tacoma House unanimously passes Stokesbary’s cyber harassment legislation On March 5, the state House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation to update Washington’s cyber harassment law less than two weeks after a federal district court judge found the state’s existing law unconstitutional. House Bill 2129, sponsored by 31st District State Rep. Drew Stokesbary, would no longer criminalize those constitutionally-protected categories of speech, but would give more tools to law enforcement to prosecute cyber harassment. For example, under the proposed legislation, cyber harassment could be charged as a felony if the defendant had previously been convicted of harassing the victim, their family, or their household in the past. “Washington state led the nation in anti-cyberstalking legislation 15 years ago. But with a federal judge’s recent ruling it was critical we get an enforceable law in place quickly,” said Stokesbary, R-Auburn. “I am thankful to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for expediting this bill through the legislative pro-
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The main change here at the Tacoma Weekly, which could be considered downsizing, is that we are now an employee-run company – partners working together for the continuing publication of the Tacoma Weekly in these changing times. These new partners all have a long history in Tacoma, a love for the city and the desire to create journalism that inspires the community to better things. We’ve also invited local artists to decorate their own boxes with unique and eyecatching painting designs. Our boxes are your canvas! As we replace and spruce up our existing boxes with a fresh coat of base paint, artists are invited to contact us with their ideas then work their magic. Interested? Email matt@tacomaweekly.com.
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We need your help. If you see a box that’s in bad shape, we want to know about it. Take a photo with your cell phone and email it to publisher@tacomaweekly.com. In years past, citizens helped us report potholes through our Pothole Pig feature. It was a huge success. We feel just as obligated to keep our boxes clean as it is for the streets to be pothole free.
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Tacoma is a beautiful city – great views of the water, the mountains, historic buildings and new construction… We think it’s important that we keep our newsstands in tip-top shape. We have hundreds of boxes and drop points, and we are going through each route cleaning up our boxes with new paint and decals. We will be adding more distribution drop points and better locations to pick up the paper.
In today’s world, people work from their homes, cars, and on the road, no longer confined to an office or desk space, spending time around the water cooler chatting about last night’s game. Talented people in our industry are turning more and more to freelance, providing articles for a variety of publications. As we will hang on to some of our old reliables – now freelancers – we will also be introducing a variety of new and talented writers, bring a fresh look and more comprehensive coverage of local news.
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