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OCCIDENTAL CLEANUP PLAN SET FOR EARLY 2019
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hat is known about the cleanup of the former Occidental Chemical Corp. site on the Hylebos Waterway is that it will not be cheap. It will take time and require technology that has yet to be invented. There is also likelihood that some unknowns could further complicate matters. “What we do know is that we have to do something,” Department of Ecology Site Manager Kerry Graber said. At issue is how much pollution can be cleaned up or even contained now and how much of the work will require advancements in technology to complete. Some cleanup scenarios inch toward a half a billion dollars and could involve work for 100 years. Citizens for a Healthy Bay, Department of Ecology and Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department hosted an open house recently to bring people up to speed on the site and the complexities of cleaning up chemicals that are turning sand into jelly underneath a working waterfront as Ecology and Occidental are drafting a cleanup plan. That plan is expected to be out for public comment by the middle of next year, with the first steps of the actual cleanup starting in 2020. The Occidental site, at 605 Alexander
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A recent open house by Citizens for a Healthy Bay, Department of Ecology and Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department brought people up to speed in anticipation of a draft cleanup plan later this winter. Ave., was listed on the federal registry of Superfund sites in the 1980s and is the last remaining cleanup site on the Tideflats. The plant, which was first operated by Hooker Chemical Corp. before being sold to Occidental Corp. in 1968, formulated ammonia, chlorine, bleaches and industrial petrochemicals for 90 years. It closed in 2002 but left two distinct plumes of heavy metals and volatile chemicals that
span an area the size of five CenturyLink Fields and run deeper into the waterway’s soil than the Tacoma Dome is tall. Much of the pollution came from when there was limited understanding – and even fewer rules – about pollution and environmental stewardship. “There is no one to get mad at,” Graber said, because the pollution occurred generations ago that is only now being
addressed. “They didn’t intend to leave a mess for their children to deal with.” And it might not be just the current generation that will be cleaning up the chemicals left behind from the plant. The pollution plume is growing, so nothing about the cleanup will be easy. About a million pounds of chemical waste from the plant is estimated to be in the soil of the former plant’s 23-acre site and in the sediment of the Hylebos. The pollutants include an alphabet soup of chemicals that range from chlorinated volatile organic compounds to sodium hydroxide, heavy metals, poly-chlorinated biphenyls and dioxins that were byproducts of the manufacturing process for chemicals used by pulp mills, boat builders, metal fabricators and dry cleaners. The plan now is to figure out the ways to first keep the pollutants from spreading further and remove them whenever technically possible – that last part is the rub since the work will require yet-invented technology or processes. Current estimates put Occidental’s cleanup bill between about $100 million to $450 million over the next generation. But that could all change if new ways of chemical cleanup become available. The construction of a barrier wall around the site will help keep the chemicals on the site from spreading further. Water pumps could then even push u See OCCIDENTAL / page 6
RESERVATIONS FOR MCMENAMINS DEBUT FILL UP BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com
The day Tacoma will no longer be a McMenamins-free city is finally at hand. Well, at least announced. The Elks Temple will open April 24, with a slate of live acts that is in the works. “There isn’t a show on the roster yet, but they are looking for national and local acts,” McMenamins spokeswoman Carly Smith said. “They are still kind of working on that.” The general plan is to hold investor-only tours prior to the grand opening, which will be open to the public and offer live acts to showcase the different bars and un-
veil the 700-person ballroom at the historic facility. The McMenamins Elks Temple will ultimately offer 45 hotel rooms, and started taking reservations on Dec. 5. Opening week is largely booked already, however. Alongside those rooms, the fully renovated, 102-yearold structure will have three boutique restaurants either in the former pool, lining the ballroom or dotted around the former fraternal order’s seven stories. Niche bars (some would say even secret ones) can be discovered under the sidewalk and up hidden stairwells, or people can stay with the herd by heading to the game room or enjoy a craft drink over a game of shuffleboard. The venue will also have a microbrewery, of course. Crews are still working on the custom artwork and
the historical restoration of the building’s iconic features to marry the city’s new vibe as an entertainment hub and the building’s fraternal past at a cost of $34 million. The building had sat vacant for decades, after all, so it needed more than its fair share of renovations and repairs to bring it up to current building codes. Renovations have been underway for more than a year. The next big step toward opening comes after the holidays, when McMenamins will hold interviews for management and non-management positions to fill out its staff of some 200 non-unionized workers at two hiring events at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center. Mike and Brian McMenamin operate a collection of
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Expectant mothers in south Puget Sound now have extra reassurance they are receiving the best possible care. CHI Franciscan’s St. Joseph Medical Center joins an elite group of hospitals that have received international recognition as a Designated Baby-Friendly birth facility, by Baby-Friendly USA. The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI), is a global initiative of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The goal is to improve health outcomes for pregnant women, mothers, and newborns through breast-feeding. St. Joseph Medical Center is one of nine hospitals in Washington state to earn the designation. More closely, it’s the only hospital in the south Puget Sound region to be certified under the Baby-Friendly banner. To date, only 543 hospitals across the country have been accredited with the honor. “As a designated Baby-Friendly hospital, St. Joseph is recognized for providing new mothers with thorough, consistent education and support before leaving the hospital,” said Jakki Stodola, MBA, BSN, RNC, director of the Family Birth Center at St. Joseph Medical Center. Hospitals are selected after a lengthy review process based on the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding guidelines established by the WHO (www. babyfriendlyusa.org/for-facilities/practice-guidelines/10-steps-and-international-code). Babies who are breastfed have reduced risks of ear and respiratory infections, asthma, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), diabetes, and obesity. Breastfeeding also offers longPercival swung by the Red Hot to grab a Tacoma dog and a pint on Wednesday, before heading home to his apartment for a good night's sleep so he could get to his hot yoga class bright and early Thursday morning. It's taking our precious pig a lot of prep time to get back into pothole-finding shape, but he's getting closer every day!
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term health benefits to mothers, reducing the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and breast and ovarian cancers later in life. To comply with the rigorous BFHI review process, nurses and medical staff took part in up to 20 hours of required education and St. Joseph made changes to its breastfeeding policy. “The result is that a mother who gives birth here will receive significantly more education in order to make an informed decision about feeding her baby, whether she chooses to breastfeed or use formula,” Stodola said. “When a mother has questions about feeding her baby, our doctors, nurses, midwives, and staff will all give consistent, evidence-based answers.” All CHI Franciscan Birth Centers offer outpatient lactation programs, where any mother can receive expert, evidence-based breastfeeding support and education close to home, from West Seattle to Puyallup to the Peninsula. “This recognition reflects CHI Franciscan’s commitment to providing excellent care for growing families,” said Debbie Raniero, MBA, RNC, regional director of Women’s & Children’s Services for CHI Franciscan. “We couldn’t have achieved this without the support of the entire hospital, from our senior leadership right down to our housekeepers. We are all extremely excited, proud, and happy for our community. Because we are part of a larger system, we have changed practices in all of our hospitals, not just St. Joseph Medical Center.”
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UNSOLVED HOMICIDE On September 13, 2018, human remains - later identified as missing person Ginger Gover - were located at a construction site on 90th Ave. E. in South Hill, Puyallup. The case is now being investigated as a homicide. On Sunday July 29, 2018, Ginger Gover drove from her home in Olympia to visit friends in downtown Tacoma and then in Eatonville. At 10:20 a.m. Gover called her friend in Eatonville to say that she was on her way from Tacoma but had
to stop and fix a flat tire. Another friend reportedly met Gover at the Chevron at 112th and Canyon Rd. and helped her change her tire; the friend said that Gover drove away heading to Eatonville. She never arrived and has not been seen or heard from since. On August 6, Gover’s dark green 2000 Honda Civic was found abandoned in a warehouse complex on Valley Ave. NW in Puyallup. The vehicle had been completely stripped and likely dumped off a trailer in the early morning hours of August 4.
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Changes considered for Neighborhood Council program BY JOHN LARSON jlarson@tacomaweekly.com
The Neighborhood Council program was established in the early 1990s as a method of getting residents more involved in civic affairs and to serve in an advisory role to the elected leaders at city hall. Tacoma Municipal Code requires a review of the program every five years. Carol Wolfe, an employee of the Community and Economic Development Department who coordinates the program, gave Tacoma City Council an update on the process during the Dec. 4 study session. Wolfe began by noting the program’s ability to provide a pathway for local elected leaders. Numerous people have moved on from their Neighborhood Council to an elected seat on Tacoma City Council, Tacoma School Board and Metro Parks Board. City staff has been reviewing the program in 2017 and 2018. They have made a number of recommendations, which will be brought to the council for a vote next April. Each council, as well as the Community Council of Tacoma, the umbrella organization, provided suggestions in their annual reports at the end of 2017. An online survey in February and March of this year generated feedback as well. Interviews were done with staff from several city departments, as well as with liaisons from other local governments who en-
gage with the councils. Each council drafts its own bylaws and maintains a certain level of independence. As a result, there are some inconsistencies from one council to the next, including the requirements to be a board member and eligibility to vote on matters at hand. Wolfe said there are unrealistic expectations on the board members with a limited amount of staff support from the city. Councilmember Chris Beale mentioned his three years serving on South Tacoma Neighborhood Council. He said term limits for board members warrants consideration, although he is not sure it would solve all engagement issues any one council may experience. Beale said the size of the nine districts may be too large. He suggested splitting them into four sub districts each. “I think there are a lot of options.” Councilmember Keith Blocker mentioned concerns about the bylaws of Central Neighborhood Council leads to confusion over who is eligible to vote at the meetings. Councilmember Lillian Hunter said board members of all nine councils should be required to receive training on the city’s equity policies. There was also discussion about changing the boundaries of the nine districts. Councilmember Ryan Mello suggested it would be better to address this in 2020, when the city does a required adjustment to the boundaries of the five City Council districts.
City passes gender-neutral bathroom rules BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com
Tacoma City Council approved an ordinance this week to require restaurants and shops to label single-user restrooms with gender-neutral signs rather than one for male and one for female patrons. The vote was unanimous among the councilmembers attending the meeting. Deputy Mayor Anders Ibsen was absent. The ordinance, sponsored by Councilmembers Lilian Hunter, Robert Thoms and Catherine Ushka, goes into effect next summer and comes as one of the recommendations from the city’s Human Rights Commission and with input from the city’s Office of Equity and Human Rights. While a side benefit of the change is to shorten lines commonly found outside of women’s restrooms under the gender-specific signage, the underlining issue of the change is to avoid discrimination of transgender or non-binary patrons based on their biological gender. “Pride at Work, which represents LGBTQ union members and allies, has identified that bathroom access is a constant worry for transgender and non-binary people: 59 percent of transgender people avoided using a public restroom in the past year because they were afraid of confrontations,” according to a city re-
port. “Access to bathrooms promotes health and safety. Having gender-neutral, single-occupancy restrooms allow transgender and non-binary people to have more options for restroom facilities without the fear of being verbally harassed while accessing a restroom.” Councilmember Ryan Mello pointed out that the gender-neutral bathroom signage ordinance jumped from idea to final council vote relatively rapidly thanks to the work of organized labor groups, a movement that has long sought improvements in working conditions that range from safety standards to child labor laws, marriage equality and fair wages. “The organized labor movement has done amazing work,” he said. “Here is another example.” Ushka said before the vote that the discussions and feedback leading up to the vote made her proud to be a Tacoman, particularly since she had feared there might have been vocal opposition to the change, given the current political climate. “I have to say I haven’t heard a word of opposition,” she said. The City of Bainbridge Island passed a similar bathroom rule earlier this year. Seattle enacted gender-neutral bathroom rules in 2015. The change in Tacoma goes into effect June 1 after the city notifies businesses and public places of the new ordinance.
BULLETIN BOARD 2ND CYCLE HOSTS GROUP WORKING FOR CLEAN ELECTRICTY A couple weeks ago, a group of dedicated activists, local business owners and ordinary citizens met in the back room of 2nd Cycle, a local non-profit bike shop. This community event, convened by Environment Washington, was the first local meeting to discuss efforts for 100 percent clean electricity in Washington. Judging from last year’s battle for 100 percent clean electricity, it’s fair to say that passage of the statewide bill will be tough, and utilities will fight it every step of the way. But the group, with experienced organizers from Environment Washington and Audubon Washington that were in the negotiating room last legislative session, remains hopeful. If Washington, a state already running on nearly 70 percent renewable energy, can’t commit to 100 percent clean electricity, how can we expect others to?
The group has plans to organize friends, family, neighbors, community leaders and fellow activists to make this movement diverse and broad-based – which it is shown to be. Grassroots organizing is the only way any social movement has been successful, many of them similarly starting in living rooms or back rooms of a local (bike) shop. It’s time to show the nation that Washington is a clean energy leader. It’s time to pass 100 percent clean electricity. Join us in bringing change to Tacoma and Washington: e-mail cconnolly@environmentwashington.org to learn how you can help. HOLIDAY WREATH-LAYING TO HONOR VETERANS Tahoma National Cemetery will host Wreaths Across SEE MORE BULLETIN BOARD ITEMS ON PAGE 5
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Wilson High School introduces Edge Foundation coaching to help students with ADHD and adverse childhood experiences succeed Wilson High School for the first time is training staff to provide executive-style coaching to students with executive function challenges often experienced because of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) or trauma, attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and/or non-traditional learning styles. Wilson High School is the sixth school in the Tacoma School District to use a coaching program designed and administered by the non-profit Edge Foundation. Other Tacoma schools that are using Edge coaching include Jason Lee, Giaudrone, Mason and Truman middle schools and Oakland High School. Students in those schools have shown significant improvements since the coaching program was introduced in 2011. The Edge Foundation has proven that providing personalized coaching to at-risk students helps them succeed and meet their potential. The foundation was founded by Neil Peterson, who has led public transportation agencies in Seattle, Oakland and Los Angeles and was founding chief executive of Flexcar, now known as Zipcar. He started the foundation after seeing how executives benefit from coaching. The foundation was established to test whether providing specialized, one-on-one coaching could turn around students who are at risk of dropping out of school due to adverse childhood experiences and executive-function challenges (such as ADHD) that inhibit social and emotional learning. The foundation’s goal is to provide coaches to all 7- to 24-year-olds in the country. “In schools throughout the United
States, teachers and counselors work with a significant number of youth whose poor executive function skills inhibit their social and emotional learning. They’re creative, disorganized, bright, forgetful, likely to be caught up in school disciplinary problems, and worry their parents day and night,” Peterson said. “They have trouble making good decisions and lack the skills needed to succeed in school – the ability to plan, prioritize, initiate, stay on task, focus, follow up, and adjust to change.” In the school setting, these executive function challenges get in the way of student success. These students: • make bad decisions, • are bright, but underachieve, • work hard, but forget to turn in their homework, • try to fit in, but are impulsive and disruptive, • want to do their best, but don’t possess the right executive function tools, • are struggling at school, yet know that a diploma is critical to breaking the poverty cycle, and • are chronically absent or are at risk of dropping out of school and unlikely to go to college. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), which include abuse, neglect, and family/household challenges, are common with nearly two-thirds of participants in a landmark study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Kaiser Permanente. More than one in five in the study reported three or more ACEs. The CDC also es-
timates that 5.2 million children in the United States have formal diagnoses of ADHD, one of the best-known barriers to social and emotional Learning. The National Health Interview Survey estimates that nearly 10 percent of school-aged children have ADHD. These numbers do not include those who are undiagnosed. The Edge Foundation helps students succeed at school by training school personnel – teachers, para-professionals, security personnel, counselors and administrators – to provide one-on-one, weekly, 20- to 25-minute coaching to individual students. “Edge coaches help students develop the executive function skills that allow them to make good decisions in school and in life,” Peterson said. Edge Foundation coaches currently work in more than 30 schools in Washington state, California, New York, Washington, D.C., and North Carolina. Why has Wilson High School signed on with the Edge Foundation? Because Edge Foundation coaching works. A study by Wayne State University looked at Edge Foundation coaching methods involving students from 10 universities and community colleges. The study was the largest and most comprehensive study of ADHD coaching conducted to date. The research team determined that the Edge Coaching model was four times more
effective than any other educational intervention in helping students improve executive functioning and related skills as measured by the Learning and Study Strategies Inventory. (LASSI; Weinstein and Palmer, 2002). “Edge Foundation coaching not only helps individual students, but schools as well. Educators who are increasingly held accountable for student performance and outcomes recognize the importance of executive functioning skills and other social and emotional learning strategies,” Peterson said. The standards movement requires schools, individual teachers, and curriculums to produce results, close performance gaps, boost achievement and reduce drop-outs – with particular attention paid to subgroups such as special education, poor and minorities. Helping students improve their executive function skills helps schools succeed. Students who don’t get help with these challenges make it difficult for schools to meet their goals because these students not only underachieve, but also tend to disrupt other students’ learning due to their poor impulse control and frustration. “We’re excited to see Wilson High School join our Edge program,” Peterson said. “With Edge Coaching training, the students, staff, school and community will benefit.”
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America, an annual holiday wreath-laying ceremony to honor and remember our nation’s veterans. This year’s theme is “Be Their Witness.” The inspiration for this year’s theme stems from the 2009 drama “Taking Chance,” which was based on the experiences of U.S. Marine Lt. Colonel Michael Strobl, who escorted the body of a fallen Marine, PFC Chance Phelps, back to his hometown in Wyoming from the Iraq War. Chaplain Lt. Col. William Adam, USAFA/CAP, will emcee the Wreaths Across America event. Colonel Jay Rodne, USMC and current 5th Legislative District representative, will be the keynote speaker. Covington Mayor Jeff Wagner will provide the opening remarks and read the city proclamation. The event takes place on Saturday, Dec. 15, 9 a.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery Flag Pole Assembly Area, 18600 S.E. 240th St., Kent, WA 98042 The Worcester Wreath Company, through a campaign called Wreaths Across America, began donating holiday wreaths in tribute to veterans laid to rest at Veterans Administration national cemeteries and state veterans cemeteries in 2006. In the spirit of honoring veterans at this time of year, Washington Civil Air Patrol is coordinating a wreath ceremony at Tahoma National Cemetery as a part of the national Wreaths Across America effort. For more information on this event, visit the website at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. TACOMA’S HOME FOR WORKSOURCE IS MOVING Two WorkSource locations will become one next month in a move that will improve job search assistance and workforce services for Pierce County businesses. Starting on Monday, Dec. 10, customers can access an array of no-cost employment and training services at the new WorkSource, at 2121 S. State St. in Tacoma. This new one-stop center will bring all of Pierce County’s workforce partners together into a single location to provide better and faster services to customers. The new office is located right off Pierce Transit Route 57 and is less than two miles from the previous locations at 3650 S. Cedar St. and 1305 Tacoma Ave. S. Customers can reach the new center at (253) 593-7300. Dec. 7 was the last day people could go to the South
Cedar Street and Tacoma Avenue South offices. Both of those locations will be closed as of Dec. 10. “Bringing multiple organizations together under one roof to better serve individuals looking for work and businesses looking for talent is an opportunity to be innovative in how the county and the Pierce County Workforce Development Council meet workforce needs as we enter into the next decade,” said Lori Strumpf, one-stop system operator and workforce strategist. Certified WorkSource locations are also available to jobseekers and employers at other sites in Pierce County, as well as special services for military personnel at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Certified WorkSource affiliate sites can be found at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom in Lakewood and at the Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region WorkSource Affiliate on South 27th Street in Tacoma. Those who have been laid off from a job, are rethinking their career or are just starting out can go to WorkSource to look for work, assess and build skills, explore careers and connect with employers. Studies have shown that people who use WorkSource job-search services tend to find work faster and earn more money than those who don’t. Services for businesses include candidate recruiting and screening, job fairs and hiring events, training and skills acquisition for existing workers and labor market data. WorkForce Central strengthens the Pierce County economy by identifying skill gaps between jobseekers and employment opportunities, fostering data-driven decision making, and connecting workforce development partners into a cohesive, collaborative and effective network. CITY, COUNTY WORK TO PREVENT FAMILY VIOLENCE Pierce County and the City of Tacoma are launching efforts to comprehensively assess and strengthen key family violence prevention and domestic violence services in Pierce County. “There should never be a life lost due to domestic violence,” said Pierce County Councilmember Rick Talbert. “This process will allow us the opportunity to gather information and implement strategies that deliver the best possible resources and services to Pierce County residents facing a domestic violence situation.” Resolution 2018-166, requested by Executive Bruce Dammeier, and Resolution 40179, requested by Mayor
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Victoria Woodards, will formally kick off the partnership between the county, city, Crystal Judson Family Justice Center, YWCA and other non-profit service providers. “Domestic violence costs lives, destroys families and devastates our communities,” said Dammeier. “We believe we can leverage existing domestic violence programs more effectively and expand them to deliver better support to more people suffering from family violence. We can, and we must do better.” The County Council and Tacoma City Council acted on the resolutions on Tuesday, Dec. 4. “We should always be evaluating and looking for ways to ensure that we are providing the best possible resources and services to those facing domestic violence,” said Woodards. “The legacy of Crystal Judson is to address domestic violence and ensure that victims have the services they need. We must redouble our efforts, so that her death continues to drive change and provide safety for those in our community who need it.” In 2005, an interlocal agreement combined City of Tacoma and Pierce County’s domestic violence treatment and prevention services, and named the center the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center. This process builds on prior work and will result in a strengthened interlocal agreement between the City of Tacoma and Pierce County and a commitment to deliver better services to more people. There will be no change to resources and budget funding in 2019 to the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center or the YWCA. Anticipated next steps include: • Dec. 2018: County Council considers initiating resolution (R2018-166). City Council considers companion resolution. • Jan.-July 2019: Pierce County, City of Tacoma, Crystal Judson Family Justice Center, YWCA and other regional service providers help identify opportunities where services can be better aligned, strengthened and potentially expanded. • July 2019: Stakeholders review and comment on tentative findings. • Aug.-Sept. 2019: County and city negotiate revised interlocal agreement and financial commitments. • Oct.-Dec. 2019: Interlocal agreement presented to County and City Councils for consideration and incorporation in respective 2020 budgets.
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Opening day for the McMenamins Elks Temple in downtown Tacoma is set for the spring, but you won’t likely be the first guests to stay the night there. The hotel began accepting reservations last week and has already sold out opening weekend.
t McMenamins From page 1 55 pubs, restaurants and historic hotels across Washington and Oregon, most notably the Crystal Ballroom in Portland and the former Anderson School in Bothell as well as the Spar in downtown Olympia. The brothers had first thought the restoration of the Elks Temple would cost around $18 million, but the doubling of the final price tag prompted delays as investor calls raised the added capital. That shift also led the Portland-based company to drop talks with city officials about taking over the nearby Old City Hall building. Surge Tacoma has since
stepped in to turn that facility into a retail and restaurant hub with apartments and offices on the upper floors.
McMenamins Elks Temple will employ approximately 150-200 staff. Hiring calls will be hosted at the Tacoma Convention Center on the following dates: • Management position interviews will be held 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan 17. • Non-management position interviews will be held 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 11. For more information, visit mcmenamins.com.
the plume back, or at least keep it from spreading. The seemingly simple solution of drilling wells to pump out the chemicals would prove problematic since the chemicals turn the silica found in dirt into a gel because of their high pH levels – upward of 14. “It’s like clear jelly,” Graber said, noting that the pumps would quickly clog with the goo and cause other problems. Occidental is an international chemical company based in Dallas that mostly focuses on petroleum products these days. It also has about 150 cleanup sites around the nation that it is funding. “It hasn’t stepped back from any of those sites,” Graber said. “They haven’t flinched from their duty in any of those communities.” The Tacoma site, however, stands alone in its complexity and scope. None of those factors ultimately lower the price tag. “I’m not out to save Occidental any money by any means,” Graber said, although noting that every cleanup option has a cost-to-benefit analysis that falls into the negotiations over pollution removal methods that haven’t been invented yet. Those realities mean that some work will likely happen sooner rather than later, followed by monitoring and more cleanups as procedures improve. Citizens for a Healthy Bay Policy and Project Manager Erin Dilworth said the environmental group would like to have more monitoring and sampling done since the current cleanup effort uses
computer simulations to estimate where the chemicals have flowed and seeped. “The modeling can only do so much,” she said, noting that the cleanup will likely involve multiple locations and methods since the pollution is so widespread. “Due to the extent of the contamination at this site, the draft (feasibility study that was released last year) unreasonably discounts the removal of tens of thousands of pounds of contaminants in soil and groundwater since that amount of contaminants is considered to be relatively small compared to the overall size of the plume,” the group wrote in a 12-page letter to Ecology. “However, this assumes that each pound of contamination poses an equivalent risk to humans and the surrounding biota as the next pound. We argue that this assumption is unreasonable. Surface contamination that is not being addressed by pumpand-treat is likely a source of indoor air contamination. In addition, since Occidental’s porewater analysis does not adequately identify how likely the plume is to emerge from all affected locations in Commencement Bay, there may be areas of the plume that need additional remedial measures to prevent discharge. Until more is known, it is wise to assume that even seemingly small amounts of contamination pose a significant risk to Commencement Bay and its biota. Finally, it is imperative that the cleanup begins immediately with pump-and-treat, followed by a second phase of cleanup based on the selected remedy. In other words, the cleanup of these contaminants should not be allowed to languish for years until an acceptable remedy can be agreed upon.”
HASBRO TEAMS UP WITH TOYS FOR TOTS The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program and global play and entertainment company, Hasbro, Inc. announced their annual holiday matching campaign – a combined effort to help double the impact of community donations this holiday season. For every new, unwrapped toy or game donated to any Toys for Tots local campaign during the 2018 holiday season, Hasbro will match the donation with another toy or game, up to one million gifts. “Holidays are an especially trying time for families in need and purchasing gifts is a luxury few can afford,” said Lieutenant General H.P. Osman, USMC (Ret), President and CEO, Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “In 2017, Hasbro’s generosity helped our volunteers expand the reach of our program and bring smiles to the faces of even more children by inspiring action throughout December, a time when we’re often low on donations.” Through the generosity of individuals, organizations and businesses, combined with a dedicated
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partnership with Toys for Tots – an organization that embodies exactly what it means to be fearless and kind,” said Karen Davis, senior vice president of Global Philanthropy and Social Impact. “We’re excited to help double the impact of toy and game donations again this year, knowing the need will be great this holiday season.” Be Fearless Be Kind is Hasbro’s signature philanthropic initiative, designed to empower kids to have the compassion and courage to stand up for others, to be inclusive and to make a difference in the world. In 2017, the company impacted more than 4 million children worldwide through its many philanthropic programs like Be Fearless Be Kind and partnerships with organizations like Toys for Tots. To find a local Toys for Tots unit and learn how to donate, please visit: www.toysfortots.org/donate. Families or volunteers who have been impacted by Toys for Tots over the years are encouraged to share their stories at: www.stories.toysfortots.org.
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Tacoma Stars head coach Darren Sawatzky discusses the plan of attack with his new-look club. With the off-season additions of Mike Ramos, Matt Clare, Adam West, James Riley and Milan Ivanovic, the Stars look like a legitimate contender for the Major Arena Soccer League Pacific Division title this season. Tacoma hosts Dallas on Friday, Dec. 7, at 7:35 p.m. in the Accesso ShoWare Center.
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t’s been an extra-long off-season for Tacoma Stars fans, as the Major Arena Soccer League pushed back its season openers by more than a month to take advantage of fan interest following the end of the Major League Soccer season. The wait was well-worth it for the Puget Sound’s indoor soccer fans, as the Stars dropped a dozen goals on their opponents from Turlock for an impressive 12-2 victory. A crowd of 3,437 fans were on hand at the Accesso ShoWare Center on Saturday, Dec. 1, to welcome the local boys back to action. After a busy off-season that saw quite a few alterations to the Tacoma roster, the fans were expecting some fireworks from the fresh combination of players, and the Stars delivered. Following a successful 2017-18 season that saw the Stars make the playoffs for the second time in three seasons, there was no way for Tacoma to keep up with their rivals from San Diego and Ontario, if they didn’t add some potency to the Tacoma offense. If opening night was any sort of indication as to how this team is going to look this season, then it appears that Tacoma has the look of a team that should dominate the clubs that they should be able to handle. They also should have enough firepower, to go along with a solid defense, to stay in the race for the full-length of this season with the other top teams. It’s been over 31 years since the Tacoma Stars played for the MISL championship. As many die-hard fans are aware, it went south for the Stars in overtime
of game seven, as the Dallas Sidekicks completed a stunning comeback to snatch the trophy away from the favored Stars. Those Dallas Sidekicks have returned to the MASL during the recent off-season and will be making a trip north to face the Stars on Friday, Dec. 7. When it comes to feelings of revenge, there is one team at the top of the list for long-time Stars fans, and that’s easily the Sidekicks. The Stars are even offering 50-percent discounts on all remaining seats for the match at the Accesso ShoWare Center, in hopes to pack the place to the hilt. Visit www.tacomastars.com and get in on the action. Getting back to the home opener, Tacoma jumped all over Turlock early and often. Philip Lund got into the act twice, before any of his teammates could get a chance to add a goal to the board. Last season, the newcomer from Denmark was named the MASL’s Co-Rookie of the Year. This season, he looks even more comfortable and familiar with the indoor game. After Lund took a sweet feed from Nick Perera for the first goal just 46 seconds into the match, Lund struck again just two minutes later off of another nice pass from Troy Peterson. Turlock would then put up a solid defensive effort while dodging a barrage of shots by the Stars. Tacoma would make it 3-0 when former Seattle Sounders’ fan favorite James Riley took a Perera feed and found the back of the net to close out the scoring in the first quarter. The second quarter was a four-pack for Tacoma. Making his dramatic return to the Stars, Adam West put one in the back of the net off of a feed from Lund. After
two seasons away from the indoor game, the return of the former Bellarmine Prep standout was a highlight for fans who remembered him as a bit of a general out on the field for Tacoma. A Chase Hanson goal off a feed from Nick Perera put Tacoma up 5-0 with over 11 minutes remaining in the first half. Perera would stop the passing for the moment and got into the scoring act midway through the second quarter off an assist from Hanson. Former Wilson High School standout Joey Gjertsen made it 7-0 for Tacoma off another feed from Perera to close out the scoring in the first half. The fireworks continued for Tacoma in the third quarter. Former Stadium stud Jamael Cox blasted a solo shot to make the score 8-0 with more than 12 minutes remaining in the period. Former San Diego Sockers standout Matt Clare got into the scoring act off an unselfish extra pass by returning firestarter Mike Ramos midway through the third quarter to make the score 9-0. Turlock would get on the board just 44 seconds following Clare’s goal to make the score 9-1 to close the third quarter. Perera would tack-on two more goals for a hat trick, to go along with his four assists on the night. Former UPS Logger Vince McCluskey made it a dozen with a solo goal with just over five minutes remaining in the match for the 12-2 final score. Tacoma hosts Dallas on Friday, Dec. 7, followed by another home match against rival Ontario on Saturday, Dec. 15. Following these two home matches, Tacoma will not return home until they host the defending MASL Western Conference champions Monterrey Flash on Friday, Jan. 11.
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SPORTSWATCH STATE FOOTBALL SCORES
Jefferson – 55, Lakes - 30
4A Championship Union – 52, Lake Stevens – 20
Friday, Nov. 30 Timberline – 66, Spanaway Lk. - 36 Stadium – 40, Orting – 36 Wilson – 46, Bellevue - 45 Curtis – 84, So. Kitsap – 34 Rogers – 64, Olympia – 40 Sumner – 60, Puyallup – 46 Em. Ridge – 50, Graham-K – 17 Highline – 41, Clover Park – 35 Auburn – 36, Fife – 27 Ch. Wright – 42, Bremerton – 26 Ilwaco – 78, Life Christian - 6
3A Championship Eastside Catholic – 31, O’Dea – 13 2A Championship Hockinson – 42, Lynden – 37 1A Championship Colville – 38, Newport – 7 2B Championship Kalama – 34, Napavine – 25 1B Championship Odessa – 63, Almira-C-H – 12 TACOMA AREA SCORES BOYS’ BASKETBALL Thursday, Nov. 29 Lincoln – 59, Bellarmine – 48 Cascade Chr. - 49, Eastmont – 25 Concordia – 73, Mary Knight - 46 Friday, Nov. 30 Fife – 76, Bonney Lake – 47 Mt. Tahoma – 67, No. Thurston – 63 Lakes – 79, Clover Park – 69 Bethel – 59, Washington - 31 Emerald Ridge – 59, Graham-K – 53 Curtis – 77, South Kitsap – 77 Olympia – 59, Rogers – 50 Yelm – 79, Orting – 59 Foss – 75, Tumwater – 63 Vashon – 55, So. Whidbey – 42 Eastside Prep – 54, Ch. Wright – 50 Ilwaco – 60, Life Christian – 50 Chief Leschi – 66, Pe Ell – 47 Evergreen Luth. - 60, Three Rivers - 55 Saturday, Dec. 1 Mt. Tahoma – 59, Mt. Vernon – 58 Franklin – 79, Stadium – 78 Spanaway Lake – 72, Prairie – 59 Bethel – 67, Orting - 24 Curtis – 79, Graham-K – 42 River Ridge – 50, Timberline – 79 Sequim – 60, Steilacoom – 49 Fife – 67, Black Hills – 54 Timberline – 79, River Ridge – 50 Toledo – 44, Vashon – 36 Cascade Chr. - 60, Seattle Luth – 40 Grace Acad. - 44, Tacoma Baptist - 41 Monday, Dec. 3 Bethel – 74, Yelm – 62 Concordia – 63, NW Yeshiva - 37 Tuesday, Dec. 4 Puyallup – 61, Bellarmine – 45 Curtis – 58, Sumner – 51 Olympia – 57, So. Kitsap – 49 Foss – 76, Washington – 40 White River – 71, River Ridge – 57 Fife – 89, Orting – 24 Steilacoom – 51, Eatonville – 40 Franklin Pierce – 65, Clover Park – 53 Tacoma Baptist – 60, Ev. Lutheran - 51 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Wednesday, Nov. 28 Franklin Pierce – 42, Stadium – 26 Wilson – 40, Kentlake – 37 Lakes – 67, Steilacoom – 25 C. Kitsap – 33, Mt. Tahoma – 28 Peninsula – 73, Sumner – 46 Em. Ridge – 61, River Ridge – 24 Olympia – 56, Yelm – 43 Graham-K – 54, Spanaway Lk. - 53 Peninsula – 73, Sumner – 46 Eastlake – 61, Gig Harbor – 20 North Beach – 40, Life Christian – 8 Ilwaco – 74, Chief Leschi - 26 Thursday, Nov. 29 Bellarmine – 54, Lincoln – 36 Annie Wright – 72, Mt. Tahoma – 40 Bonney Lake – 40, Auburn – 38
Saturday, Dec. 1 Camas – 66, Bellarmine – 63 Curtis – 63, Graham-K – 13 Roosevelt – 63, Bethel - 48 Tahoma – 60, Fife - 58 Cascade Chr. - 57, Sea. Luth. - 8 Vashon – 35, University Prep – 30 Chief Leschi – 71, Pe Ell - 29 Monday, Dec. 3 Yelm – 55, Franklin Pierce – 28 Tumwater – 53, Timberline – 42 Annie Wright – 76, Bonney Lake - 52 Tuesday, Dec. 4 Curtis – 56, Sumner – 51 Bellarmine – 64, Puyallup – 38 Rogers – 56, Emerald Ridge – 31 Olympia – 46, So. Kitsap – 30 Franklin Pierce – 52, Clover Park – 28 Eatonville – 56, Steilacoom – 38 Fife – 53, Orting – 19 Washington – 64, Foss – 11 Raymond – 47, Chief Leschi – 35 PLU’S SALISBURY NAMED NWC FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE WEEK The Northwest Conference released its weekly award winners on Monday, Dec. 3, with Pacific Lutheran University women’s basketball student-athlete Madison Salisbury landing NWC Player of the Week honors. The Puyallup native collected a pair of double-doubles last week, helping the Lutes (2-2, 1-1 NWC) split their opening conference road trip of the season. Salisbury had 25 points and 11 rebounds and hit 76.9 percent of her shots from the floor in a 63-60 setback to crosstown rival University of Puget Sound on Tuesday, Nov. 27. The sophomore followed up that performance by scoring 20 points in an 80-68 win over Linfield College. Salisbury was a menace defensively, racking up 10 rebounds and five blocks in the win. An Honorable Mention All-NWC selection last season, Salisbury finished the week averaging 22.5 points per game and 10.5 rebounds per game while hitting 66.7 percent of her shots from the field. This marks the second time in her nascent collegiate career that Salisbury has won NWC Player of the Week, previously earning the honor on Dec. 18, 2017 after the Lutes finished the Pacific Northwest Tournament undefeated. LADY LUTES TOP LINFIELD WILDCATS IN CONFERENCE PLAY Madison Salisbury collected her second double-double of the season on Friday, Nov. 30, powering the Pacific Lutheran University women’s basketball squad to a 80-68 victory over host Linfield College in a Northwest Conference clash inside Wilson Gymnasium. The Lutes (2-2, 1-1 NWC) asserted its dominance early, scoring 11 of the opening 13 points with six coming from Salisbury. PLU’s lead was extended to 15 off a Katie Taylorjumper with 2:07 left in the opening quarter as the Lutes enjoyed a 2519 advantage after 10 minutes of action. The host Wildcats (2-5, 0-1 NWC) clawed within a single point midway
through the second quarter but PLU responded with nine consecutive points to reestablish a double-digit advantage. Kristin Sturdivan served as a catalyst for the run, draining a three with 5:21 remaining. PLU kept Linfield at bay the entire second half, limiting the Wildcats to just seven points in the third quarter to net the squad’s second win over the past three games. Salisbury finished with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks to set the tone for the Lutes while Taylor drained four of her six shots from beyond the arc, also scoring 20 points. Emma Janousek scored 13 points with nine assists and four steals while Sturdivan was the fourth Lute in double figures with a baker’s dozen. “Our offense was very balanced inside to outside,” said PLU head coach Jennifer Childress. “Katie hit some timely threes that forced Linfield to extend their defense off our bigs. Emma proved her toughness playing 39 minutes with a great stat line.” PLU scorched the nets in the first half, shooting 57.6 percent from the floor (19for-33) ending the contest shooting at a 50.8 percent clip (32-for-63). That included success from beyond the arc, hitting eight treys while owning an advantage over Linfield in points in the paint (44-30), points off turnovers (20-8), and bench points (25-8). “We weren’t satisfied with the way we played defense the first half but we responded well in the second,” said Childress. PLU resumes non-conference play on Thursday, Dec. 6, welcoming Walla Walla University to Olson Gymnasium. The Pacific Northwest Tournament begins on Saturday, Dec. 15, as the Lady Lutes host California Institute of Technology at 4 p.m. The following Sunday, PLU will host Nichols College at 4 p.m. LADY LOGGERS NEARLY TOPPLE NO. 10 GEORGE FOX Clutch baskets by Elizabeth Prewitt and Jamie Lange gave the Puget Sound women's basketball team a couple of late leads at No. 10 George Fox, but the Bruins managed to come away with a 63-62 Northwest Conference win Saturday evening. The Loggers (3-2, 1-1 NWC) held a one-point lead at the half, 34-33. The lead grew to 48-42 through three quarters, but the Bruins (5-1, 2-0 NWC) put together a big fourth quarter. George Fox shot 7-for14 (50 percent) from the floor in the final 10 minutes, including 3-for-5 (60 percent) shooting from 3-point range. The Bruins held a 56-54 lead with three minutes in regulation. However, Puget Sound managed to grab a onepoint lead following a Lange free-throw, a forced turnover, and a layup by Prewitt. George Fox regained the lead with a 3-pointer with 2:11 on the clock. During the Loggers’ ensuing possession, Prewitt missed a jumper but Gia Sorn came up with a big offensive rebound. Lange capitalized on the second opportunity with a game-tying layup with less than 90 seconds left in regulation. George Fox quickly answered back with a layup of its own, and the Bruins held on to the lead for good. Prewitt led all players in scoring with 27 points, while RaeAnn Allen scored in double figures for the second consecutive game by netting 12 points. The Lady Loggers return to local action at the Pacific Northwest Tournament held at Pacific Lutheran University. UPS will open the tournament against Nichols College on Saturday, Dec. 15, at 2 p.m. The following Sunday, the Lady Loggers will play California Institute of Technology at 2 p.m.
Tacoma’s Hot Tickets TAKING IT INDOORS FRIDAY, DEC. 7 – BASKETBALL Girls – Curtis vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine Prep – 7 p.m. FRIDAY, DEC. 7 – BASKETBALL Boys – Bellarmine vs. Curtis Curtis HS – 7 p.m. FRIDAY, DEC. 7 – MASL SOCCER Dallas Sidekicks vs. Tacoma Stars Accesso ShoWare Center – 7:35 p.m. SATURDAY, DEC. 8 – WISL SOCCER Snohomish vs. Tacoma Stars Reserves Tacoma Soccer Center – 6 p.m. SATURDAY, DEC. 8 – WISL SOCCER Oly-Pen Force vs. Tacoma Narrows FC Tacoma Soccer Center – 8 p.m. MONDAY, DEC. 10 – BASKETBALL Boys – Willapa vs. Life Christian Life Christian HS – 7 p.m. TUESDAY, DEC. 11 – BASKETBALL Boys – Washington vs. Fr. Pierce Franklin Pierce HS – 7 p.m. TUESDAY, DEC. 11 – BASKETBALL Boys – So. Kitsap vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 7 p.m. TUESDAY, DEC. 11 – BASKETBALL Girls – Puyallup vs. Curtis Curtis HS – 7 p.m. TUESDAY, DEC. 11 – BASKETBALL Boys – Ocosta vs. Life Christian Life Christian HS – 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 12 – BASKETBALL Boys – Lakes vs. Wilson Wilson HS – 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 12 – BASKETBALL Girls – Spanaway Lake vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma HS – 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 12 – BASKETBALL Girls – Bethel vs. Stadium Stadium HS – 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 12 – BASKETBALL Boys – Bonney Lake vs. Lincoln Lincoln HS – 7 p.m. THURSDAY, DEC. 13 – BASKETBALL Girls – Graham-K vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 7:30 p.m. THURSDAY, DEC. 13 – BASKETBALL Girls – Life Christian vs. Annie Wright Annie Wright HS – 6 p.m. THURSDAY, DEC. 13 – BASKETBALL Girls – Concordia vs. Tacoma Baptist Tacoma Baptist HS – 6 p.m. THURSDAY, DEC. 13 – BASKETBALL Boys – Concordia vs. Tacoma Baptist Tacoma Baptist HS – 7:30 p.m. FRIDAY, DEC. 14 – BASKETBALL Boys – Mt. Tahoma vs. Lincoln Lincoln HS – 7 p.m. FRIDAY, DEC. 14 – BASKETBALL Boys – Bonney Lake vs. Wilson Wilson HS – 7 p.m. FRIDAY, DEC. 14 – BASKETBALL Boys – Olympia vs. Curtis Curtis HS – 7 p.m. SATURDAY, DEC. 15 – BASKETBALL Girls – Clover Park vs. Stadium Stadium HS – 3 p.m. SATURDAY, DEC. 15 – BASKETBALL Boys – Stadium vs. Steilacoom Steilacoom HS – 5 p.m. SATURDAY, DEC. 15 – MASL SOCCER Ontario Fury vs. Tacoma Stars Accesso ShoWare Center – 7:05 p.m.
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SEAHAWKS SLAM 49ERS, PLAYOFF HUNT FOR REAL
PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS
With four games remaining in the regular season, the Seattle Seahawks have very little room for error when it comes to securing one of the two NFC wild card spots. With their 43-16 drumming of the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Dec. 2, the Seahawks jumped into the playoff picture as the fifth seed, if the season were to end after the weekend. Three of Seattle’s remaining games will be played in the cozy confines of Century Link Field. Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson finished the day against the 49ers with four touchdown passes in only 17 attempts. The highlight of the day had to be the play of All-Pro middle linebacker Bobby Wagner who capped a 12-tackle performance with a 98-yard pick-six interception that shook the stadium to its foundation. Wagner also had a sack, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. Seattle (7-5) will host the Minnesota Vikings (6-6) on Monday, Dec. 10, at 5:15 p.m. The Seahawks will then pay a visit to the struggling 49ers (2-10) on Sunday, Dec. 16, followed by a huge home match-up against the Kansas City Chiefs(10-2) on Sunday, Dec. 23 at 5:20 p.m. The regular season will come to a close in Seattle as the Arizona Cardinals (3-9) pay a visit.
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DELIGHT IS IN STORE AT MODEL TRAIN FESTIVAL BY DAVE R. DAVISON dave@tacomaweekly.com
Welcome to a journey through the marvelously detailed world of model trains! The Washington State History Museum’s 23rd annual Model Train Festival rolls into town Friday, Dec. 21 and runs through Tuesday, Jan. 1 (closed Dec. 24-25). The state’s largest permanent model train layout is always featured at the museum, operated by Puget Sound Model Railroad Engineers, and every winter the Model Train Festival brings additional railroad clubs from around Puget Sound to share their incredible layouts. Visitors can travel among the many displays, watch dozens of tiny engines rolling across trestles and through tunnels, talk with the train operators, and make their own train creations in the hands-on South Sound Magazine Activity Room. New for 2018, visitors can drive a model train simulator. “We think the simulator is going to be fun and also eye-opening in regard to safety around train tracks,” said Mark Sylvester, director of museum support services. Operation Lifesaver’s exhibit will also educate the public about safety at railroad highway crossings. The Model Train Festival wouldn’t be complete without Santa. Meet the jolly fellow Friday, Dec. 21 through Sunday, Dec. 23, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and take advantage of a free digital holiday photo opportunity. Dec. 23 is Teen Tix day. Youth who are registered with Teen Tix can get in for just $5 with their Teen Tix card. “We really look forward to this festival every year. It has become an annual holiday outing for many families who bring visitors and friends year after year. We have a lot of second-generation visitors – people who came as kids and are now continuing the tradition with their own children,” said Molly Wilmoth, the museum’s lead program manager. “The museum is filled with the sounds of trains and excited visitors. It’s also an opportunity to highlight the Historical Society’s railroad artifacts and the railroad history in this part of the country. The Activity Room is stocked with toy trains, LEGOs and Lincoln Logs so kids can play and adults can engage or take a break.” In addition to the model trains, in the Great Hall of Washington History visitors can see artifacts and find out more about how the railroads influenced growth and development in Washington. You’ll hear some tap-tapping at the Telegraph – Morse Code Club’s interactive display chronicling the history of the telegraph as it relates to railroading. The Tacoma Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society (NRHS) will be on site too. Also new this year, a night just for Washington State Historical Society members. “We’re hosting a special Members Appreciation Celebration this year on the first
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The Washington State History Museum’s 23rd annual Model Train Festival runs Dec. 21 through Jan. 1. The event features fun for the whole family. Santa will be at the festival Dec. 21 through Dec. 23 for free photos. evening of the Model Train Festival. Members will enjoy exclusive evening access to the model trains, special holiday treats, and pictures with Santa on the evening of Dec. 21,” said Julia White, membership coordinator. Not a member? Visit WashingtonHistory.org/support to find out about membership. Bring the railroad buffs and train lovers in your life to the Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, for this annual celebration of holiday cheer and
HOURS AND PRICING: The museum will be closed on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 and Christmas Day, Dec. 25. Model Train Festival is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Dec. 21-Jan. 1, except for Dec. 24 and 25 when it will be closed. ADMISSION: • Free for Washington State Historical Society members • Family rate $40 (up to two adults and four children under age 18) • Adults $14 (age 18 and over) • Seniors (age 65+), students, active and retired military (with proof of service) $11 • Free for children ages 5 and under
history. Details at www.ModelTrainFestival.org. Model railroad clubs and exhibitors include: Puget Sound Model Railroad Engineers, Boeing Model Railroad Club, National Model Railroad Association Pacific Northwest Region Division 4 HO and Division 4 NTRAK, Mount Rainier N-Scale, Pierce County Lionel Train Club, Kitsap Live Steamers, National Railway Historical Society – Tacoma Chapter, Telegraph-Morse Code Club, and Operation Lifesaver.
• . • Washington Quest EBT Cardholders (card required) and Washington Foster Parents (with foster license and ID): admission is $1/person and $2/family Free digital Santa photos: Dec. 21-23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Member Appreciation Celebration: Dec. 21, 5:30-8:30 p.m., exclusively for WSHS members. Model Train Festival is generously supported by the Port of Tacoma and South Sound Magazine.
THEATER WITHOUT A SCRIPT
PHOTOS BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER
Fools Play Improv took to the stage at Tacoma Little Theatre last Saturday for a bit of off-the-cuff comedy, drama and overall hijinx without a script during the troupe's once-a-month performance. Everything simply started with a word from the audience and ended two-scenes later with claps.
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HOW ABOUT A HOLIDAY PAINT AND SIP? Make your own holiday creations at area art studios
BY DAVE R. DAVISON dave@tacomaweekly.com
The paint and sip industry seems to be going gangbusters all over the country. Paint and sip events can take place at bars and restaurants, or at classroom-like art studios. At the events, people pay a modest fee that covers the cost of art supplies and instructors and then, while sipping wine or other beverages, participants are walked through the process of producing a work of art. Everyone does their own version of the master painting, following the example of the instructor. Paint and sip sessions are a way for ordinary folks to loosen up, relax and enjoy making an art object that they can take home. Most participants claim to be “not artistic,” but the results are usually remarkably good. Some of Tacoma’s paint and sip establishments are hosting holiday-themed sessions. I can’t think of anything that would be more delightful than spending a little holiday time at one of these artsy places, unwinding and creating a classically wintery painting that can forever after be part of one’s holiday décor. Following is a holiday sampler of the local paint and sip studios where you can go to enjoy making a great work of art in the days ahead:
Art Studio 27
7902 27th St. W., Suite #1, University Place
Ages: 12+. Price: $10. Info: www.ClassesAtTheMermaid.com
FA LA LA LA LAMA Friday, Dec. 14, 6:30 p.m.
Have a festive time painting a cute llama. You can choose a different background color if you like. Glitter paint is of course an option or a necessity. Beverage is included. Ages: 16 and up. Price: $40. Info: artstudio27.com/event/ fa-la-la-la-lama-16-and-up-paint-night
Uncorked Canvas
711 St. Helens Ave., Suite 202, Tacoma
Holiday art-making events: ALDERS AND CARDINALS PAINT AND SIP Saturday, Dec. 8, 7 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $40 Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 2116807068568750
SIP AND PAINT: WINTER LAMP POST Saturday, Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m.
The “winter lamp post” with wooden frame is a classic. Enjoy a night of painting and sipping with your friends. Leave with your very own masterpiece to hang for the winter. Glitter paint adds the frosty sparkle and the wooden frame finishes it off. Ages: 21+. Price: $50. Info: artstudio27.com/event/ sip-and-paint-winter-lamp-post
WINTER AND CHRISTMAS MASON JARS Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m.
Ages: all ages Price: $35 Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 2242332555809647 WINTER RAINIER PAINT AND SIP Wednesday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $40 Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 986212958241834
EVENING OF WATERCOLOR Thursday, Dec. 20, 6 p.m.
Learn basic watercolor techniques in a fun, relaxing environment, and pick from inspirational pictures to create your own watercolor creation. Watercolor sheets are provided. Sipping is included. Envelopes are provided if you want to make a personal greeting card. Little or no experience necessary. Ages: 12 and up. Price: $40. Info: artstudio27.com/event/ holiday-watercolor-workshop-2
Holiday art-making events:
CRYSTAL BLUE WINTER PAINT AND SIP Thursday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $40 Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 198672287714113 to paint a set of four ornaments. Ages: all ages. Price: $25. Info: www.DazedandReused.com/ paint-events WINE AND CHOCOLATE: A CHRISTMAS WRITING WORKSHOP Thursday Dec. 13, 6 p.m.
Enjoy a magical night making a wreath of your choice of festive greenery, from pine fur, to eucalyptus. Sip and nibble from the beautiful “Naughty or Nice Cocoa Bar.” Price: $65 per person. Info: artstudio27.com/event/ holiday-wreath-workshop-3
Join best-selling Amazon author Kathy L. Wheeler for a night of fun and creative writing. Wine, chocolate, and a holly, jolly good time are included as you write your own Christmas story at this fun and interactive workshop. Ages: 13+. Price: $40 for one, $35 each for two, $45 at door. Info: www.facebook.comevents/ 956774914517619
KIDS GIFT MAKING HOLIDAY WORKSHOP Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m.
HOLIDAY FOREST STONE GARDEN Saturday, Dec. 22, 12 p.m.
HOLIDAY WREATH WORKSHOP Friday, Dec.7, 6 p.m.
Kids only night! Drop your child off at the studio, for a holiday craft night! This will be a fun night of holiday-inspired craft stations for each child to create, wrap, and take home special handmade gifts. Every child will go home with at least three crafts. Ages: 5-12 years. Price: $40. Info: artstudio27.com/event/ kids-only-gift-making-holiday-workshop SIP AND PAINT: CHARLIE BROWN TREE Thursday, Dec. 13, 6 p.m.
It’s a Charlie Brown tree! Come uncork your painting talents with a sip and all supplies needed to paint your own masterpiece. Your glass of vino is included. Ages: 21+. Price: $40 Info: artstudio27.com/event/ sip-and-paint-charlie-brown-tree-2
SIP AND PAINT: SANTA FACE Friday, Dec. 21, 6:30 p.m.
Come uncork your painting talents with a sip and all supplies needed to paint your own masterpiece. Your glass of vino is included. Ages: 21+. Price: $40. Info: artstudio27.com/event/ sip-and-paint-santa-face
Dazed & Reused Art Studio and Vintage Boutique 2607 6th Ave., Tacoma
Holiday art-making events: HOLIDAY MANDALA WOODEN ORNAMENTS WORKSHOP Sunday, Dec. 9, 1:15 p.m.
Learn the incredible art of dot mandala painting with artist Nancy Franklin and create a beautiful set of two mandala ornaments. All supplies are included, including your own set of dotting tools to take home with you. Ages: 12+. Price: $25. Info: www.DazedandReused.com/ paint-events STARRY NIGHT RUSTIC WOODEN CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS WORKSHOP Wednesday, Dec. 12, 4 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 19, 12:30 p.m.
Learn how to paint stunning starry night forest scenes on wooden ornaments with artist Nancy Franklin. All supplies are included. Each person will get
Create a beautiful holiday forest scene out of painted stone. Dazed and Reused instructors will teach you how to paint step by step, while you get to put your own creative flavor on your forest scene and choose your color scheme and design choice. Price includes all supplies and a free cup of coffee or tea. Ages: all ages. Price: $30. Info: www.facebook.com/ events/2158251164233779
BEAUTIFUL RAINIER PAINT AND SIP Saturday, Dec. 15, 2 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $35. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 191045178471981 SANTA JACK SKELLINGTON PAINT AND SIP Saturday, Dec. 15, 2 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $40. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 348338559064543 PAINT AND PINTS AT ODD OTTER: WINTER WONDERLAND! Sunday, Dec. 16, 1:45 p.m.
Ages: 21+. Price: $35. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 1883684901685258 KIDS SNOWMAN FAMILY PAINT EVENT
Saturday, Dec. 22, 2 p.m. Ages: all ages. Price: $25. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 2338200389744747
Manic Mermaid
764 S. 38th St., Tacoma
Holiday art-making events: MANDALA CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m.
In this class, artist Renee Wallace will guide you in making a beautiful mandala dot art design using acrylic paints and your own imagination. All materials will be provided; you just need to bring your imagination. And you get to take home what you make. Ages: 12+. Price: $10. Info: www.ClassesAtTheMermaid.com CHRISTMAS DECOUPAGE FRAME Sunday, Dec. 9, 5 p.m.
Join Susan Winnie as she shares her love for decoupage. In this class, you will create a Christmas/holiday frame using decorated paper and embellishments – choices include snowmen, poinsettias and more. At the end of the class, you’ll have the perfect holiday decoration or a special gift for someone on your list.
WINTER WONDERLAND PAINT AND SIP Saturday, Dec. 22, 7 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $35. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 1001623253357890 HAPPY SNOWMAN PAINT AND SIP Thursday, Dec. 27, 7 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $40. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 215575439339654 NORTHERN LIGHTS PAINT AND SIP Friday, Dec. 28, 7 p.m.
Ages: all ages. Price: $40. Info: www.facebook.com/events/ 1918245468484129
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TACOMA WEEKLY NEWS • www.tacomaweekly.com • Sunday, December 9, 2018
PUGET SOUND REVELS PRESENT ‘THE CHRISTMAS REVELS’
A mid-winter celebration of traditional music, dance and drama
PHOTO COURTESY OF PUGET SOUND REVELS
The ever popular Christmas Revels returns to the Rialto Theater for a series of shows beginning Dec. 15. This year’s show revives the holiday spirit of a 17thcentury English village. Revels is a contemporary series of performances, usually given at Christmas time, which involve singing, dancing, recitals, silly skits, and maybe some audience participation. Performers are most often local, non-professional and frequently young. The productions hearken to English theatrical forms of the 16th century and earlier. Professional singers, actors and musicians are mixed with talented amateurs and tradition-bearers, often brought in to share a culture’s music, dance or ritual in an authentic manner. There is almost always a children’s chorus that performs songs and games from the period or location that the performance is focused on. Each year’s Christmas Revels draws upon a different era or culture’s Christmas and winter solstice traditions. In the past, Puget Sound Revels have featured traditions from Nordic countries, 1930s Appalachia, Old Bavaria, Victorian England, 18th-century Scotland, Eastern Europe, French Canada, Breton, Ireland, the Italian Renaissance and Celtic traditions. This year, the Puget Sound Revels will be celebrating in a rural English village setting of the 17th-century, where the doings of the wee folk – fairies, hobs, brownies and such – were part of everyday life. They could be helpful and kind or mischievous, or downright troublesome. If caught in their world, it takes magic to escape them. This year’s performance includes
actor Tony Curry and The Twimble Tunesters, made up of Jacob Breedlove, Ben Neubauer and Esther Saulle. The show also features the Revels’ adult and children’s choruses, the Seattle Brass Ensemble, an Abbots Bromley horn dance, a mummers play and more. Expect singing, dancing, and storytelling. Expect beauty, mystery and hilarity. Bring family and friends to this lively concoction of folk tradition and high art that plays to sell-out audiences of all ages from throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The Puget Sound Revels incorporated in 1992 and produced its first show, a Spring Revels, at the Scottish Rite Temple in Seattle in May 1993 followed by a Sea Revels at the same location in May 1994. The first Christmas Revels followed the same year in December 1994 at the Rialto Theater in Tacoma. There has been a Christmas Revels every year at the Rialto since 1994. Throughout the year the Revels offers pub sings, house concerts and salons, outdoor celebrations and more. Their anchor production is The Christmas Revels, which involves 60 to 90 people on stage. The heart of the show is a large chorus of adults and children (auditioned from the community) to which are added professional actors, storytellers, singers, dancers and instrumentalists. The volunteers’ enthusiasm energizes performances as their abilities are stretched to their maximum potential by the opportunity to work with seasoned performers. Each show is professionally lit and costumed and supported by professional instrumentalists.
The Christmas Revels • Saturday, Dec. 15, shows at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, Dec. 16, shows at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (ASL interpreted) • Tuesday, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m. • Wednesday, Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m.
Rialto Theater, 310 S. 9th St., Tacoma Tickets: $19, $31, $36 Senior (65+)/students/groups (15+): $19, $27, $30 Children (12 and under): $12, $19, $25 Call the Box Office for the special discounts at (253) 591-5894. INFO: pugetsoundrevels.org or www.facebook.com/events/ 317419275742953
Night Life TW PICK OF THE WEEK: JAZZBONES HOLIDAY BENEFIT SHOW On Friday, Dec. 14, 8 p.m., Jazzbones (2803 6th Ave., Tacoma) will be hosting a benefit show featuring Big Wheel Stunt Show and Danny Newcomb & the Sugarmakers. All proceeds from this rock show will be donated to the Tacoma Rescue Mission in honor of the recent passing of BWSS PHOTO COURTESY OF BIG WHEEL STUNT SHOW drummer Justin’s dear mother Dian Rose. The Mission was near and dear to her heart for decades, and Jazzbones is going to do its best to make a financial mark in her name on this night. Chances are there will be some surprise appearances. It’s going to be a festive night, so be prepared for the hugs, dancing and perhaps even some head banging. Doors at 7 p.m. Full dinner menu available. Show begins at 8 p.m. 21+ only. $8 advance, $10 at the door. For information, visit www.facebook.com/events/360816617796110.
UPCOMING SHOWS:
Friday, Dec. 7
AIRPORT TAVERN: Stoned Evergreen Travelers, Blood, Fire and Rainwater, James Hunnicutt, Dog Bite Harris (rock, soul) 9 p.m. BLEU NOTE LOUNGE: Maureese Itson (jazz) 7 p.m. ALMA MATER, HONEY: Kevin Sur, Andrew Joslyn, Shelby Earl, Lenore (esoteric electronic) 8 p.m. JAZZBONES: American Wrecking Company: Casualty of God (rock) 9 p.m. LOUIE G'S: Miranda Kitchpanich Music, Linda Meyers Band, Tamys Hoffman Band (rock, blues) 7 p.m. PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST: Winter Rose (PLU Christmas) 8 p.m. PLAID PIG: Sponsored by the CIA, Quick to Blame, Drunk as Usual (rock) 9 p.m. RIALTO THEATER: Windham Hill’s Winter Solstice (new age) 7:30 p.m. STEEL CREEK: Kaitie Wade Music, Miller Campbell, The Lowdown Drifters (country) 6 p.m. STINK: Erina McLaren (singer/songwriter) 7 p.m. THE SWISS: Stingshark, Boogie Boyz (reggae, rock, soul, funk) 9 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Adam Ray (comedy) 7:30 p.m., 10 p.m. THE VALLEY: Razor Clam, Mirrorgloss, Dead Obvious, Sweet Creature (rock, soul) 8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 8
AIRPORT TAVERN: Heiress, X Suns, Sol, Deathbed Confessions (punk) 8 p.m. BOB’S JAVA JIVE: The Denny Blaine Group (rock) 9 p.m. DOYLE'S: Blue Grit Gypsy Band (Django jazz) 9 p.m. JAZZBONES: Spike and the Impalers (holiday show) 6 p.m. LIFE CENTER: The Singing Christmas Tree (holiday carols) 3 p.m. LOUIE G'S: Asterhouse, Gypsy Temple, Glass Souls (rock) 8 p.m. O’MALLEY’S: The Big Average (rock) 9 p.m. PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST: Trio Esades (classical) 1 p.m. PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST: Winter Rose (PLU Christmas) 8 p.m. PLAID PIG: The Rusty Cleavers, Bazooka Benny, The Cottonwood Cutups (folk rock) 9 p.m. RIALTO THEATER: Seattle Men’s Chorus (holiday pop) 3 and 7:30 p.m. ROCK THE DOCK: Rockin Aces (rock) 8 p.m. THE SPAR: U253 (rock) 8 p.m. THE SWISS: Kryboys (rock) 9 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Adam Ray (comedy) 7:30 p.m., 10 p.m. TACOMA DOME: Bro Safari, Midnight T, Ducky, Swage (Nightmare Before Xmas) 7 p.m. TACOMA MUSICAL PLAYHOUSE: Sing-Along with Santa and Mrs. Claus (carols) 10 a.m. UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND, KILWORTH CHAPEL: Spectrum Choral Academy (classical) 3 p.m. THE VALLEY: Sabertooth, Dead Rebel Saints, Head the Hive (rock) 8 p.m. W.W. SEYMOUR CONSERVATORY: Clover Creek (folk, bluegrass) 12 p.m.
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ALMA MATER: Will Jordan, Faint Peter, The Cloves, Bryson Foster, Brandon Ghorley, Singin’ Sisters (folk, singer/songwriter, indie, alt) 5 p.m. DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (blues) 8 p.m. JOHNNY'S DOCK: Little Bill Trio (blues) 5 p.m. LADY LUCK COWGIRL UP: Broken Trail (country) 4 p.m. LIFE CENTER: The Singing Christmas Tree (holiday carols) 3 p.m. ODD OTTER: Open Mic Sunday with Stephanie
(open mic) 7 p.m. REAL ART TACOMA: Jason McCue, Trusty Sea Creatures, Sam Bogle Music, Kylie Gurewitz, Aylen Trees (alt folk) 7 p.m. ST. PATRICK CHURCH: South Sound Classical Choir (classical) 3 p.m. THE SPAR: Mike Jaap (blues) 7 p.m. STONEGATE: Country Music Jam (jam) 8:30 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Roastamania (comedy) 7:30 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: Final Notice with Bob Evans (country, rock, bluegrass) 7 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 10
PLAID PIG: Open Mic 7:30 p.m. TACOMA DOME: Nicki Minaj (hip hop) 7:30 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: CBC Band (jam) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 11
CONNELLY LAW OFFICES: Erin Guinup (classical) 7 p.m. METRONOME: Open Mic (open mic) 7 p.m. PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, JEANNIE LEE HANSEN RECITAL HALL: Consonare Amici (chamber choir) 8 p.m. STONEGATE: Blues Jam with Roger Williamson (blues) 8 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY: The Comedy Voice (comedy) 7:30 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: SOB Band (jam) 7 p.m., NC THE VALLEY: Rock n’ Roll Magic (rock) 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 12
AIRPORT TAVERN: Trick Candles, Mirrorgloss, Keif Urban (R&B, soul) 8 p.m. COURT HOUSE SQUARE: Mindful Flow (ambient cello) 7:30 p.m. STINK: Ian Crocker Trio (jazz) 7 p.m. THE SWISS: Open Mic (songs) 5:30 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY: Open Mic (comedy) 7:30 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: Subvinyl Jukebox, DBC Rock Jam (jam) 7 p.m., NC THE VALLEY: Dilapidation, Noceur, Smokerscaugh (metal) 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 13
AIRPORT TAVERN: Funk Jam (funk) 8 p.m. COURT HOUSE SQUARE: Anna Tivel, Jeffrey Martin, Mitchell James (singer/songwriters) 6 p.m. PLAID PIG: Cloneapalooze (rock) 8 p.m. ROCK THE DOCK: Open Mic with Dustin (rock) 8 p.m. STONEGATE: Power Rock Jam (rock jam) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: John Heffron (comedy) 7:30 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: Jerry Miller (rock, blues) 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 14
AIRPORT TAVERN: Bvmmer, Perry Porter, Torbjorn, Rain Delay Tacoma (rap, indie) 8 p.m. ALMA MATER: Red Fang, RIP, Gold Sweats (indie, alt) 7 p.m. DAWSON’S: Mark Hurwitz and Gin Creek (rock, blues) 9 p.m. JAZZBONES: Big Wheel Stunt Show, Danny Newcomb and the Sugarmakers (rock) 8 p.m. LOUIE G'S: Andy Landers (Christmas show) 8 p.m. PLAID PIG: Fallen Kings, Massacre at the Opera, Saint Helen, 15 Stitches (rock) 9 p.m. THE SWISS: DMISE, Chenbear, Truble (DJ) 9 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: John Heffron (comedy) 7:30 p.m., 10 p.m. URBAN GRACE: Magical Strings (Celtic Yuletide) 7:30 p.m. THE VALLEY: Indigo Kidd, The Lightweight Champs, Art They Brothers, Dirty Tribe (indie, alt) 8 p.m.
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TACOMA WEEKLY NEWS • www.tacomaweekly.com • Sunday, December 9, 2018
Holiday Events
Promote your community event, class, meeting, concert, art exhibit or theater production by e-mailing calendar@tacomaweekly.com or calling (253) 922-5317. More events online at tacomaweekly.com.
WINTER BALL 2018 Saturday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m. STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St., Tacoma
Join Lion’s Den for the first ever Winter Ball. Take your mind off shopping, cooking, visiting relatives and everything else and party the night away. Appetizers and drinks by Mama Stortini’s, decorations by Forever-B Wedding and Event Coordination. Ages: 21+. Price: $25 (presale only). Info: www.facebook.com/ events/1693764054062963
NORTH POLE AT THE FAIR Through Dec. 23 (Hours vary by day) Washington Stage Fairgrounds, Red Gate Building, enter at Red Gate Santa is bringing his magic to The Fair! The North Pole at The Fair is a unique experience for kids that will stimulate their curiosity, create learning experiences, and instill the sense of magic into the Christmas season. Visit Santa’s house, Santa’s office, Mrs. Claus’ Candy Store and Kitchen, Santa’s Media Den, the Elf Village and have pictures taken with Santa. Ages: All ages. Price: $5 per person for entrance to the North Pole, kids under 2 are free. Info: northpoleatthefair.com SANTA PHOTO EXPERIENCE Through Dec. 24, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tacoma Mall, 4502 S. Steele St., Tacoma It’s Santa photo time! Reserve your FastPass and skip the line to see Santa by visiting www.santasfastpass.com/ scheduling/9lnszz1Z:tacoma-mall. ZOOLIGHTS Nightly through Jan. 6 (except Dec. 24), 5-9 p.m. Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma Tickets are now on sale for the 30th anniversary edition of Zoolights, the Puget Sound region’s longest running and most-loved holiday lights display. Guests to the 2018 edition of Zoolights will see the biggest, brightest, most eye-popping displays ever. Price: Many ticket options are available. Info: www.pdza.org/zoolights. THE NATIVITY BALLET Thurs., Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m. Fri., Dec. 7 and 14, 7-9 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8 and 15, 4-6 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9, 4-6 p.m. Mount Tahoma High School, 4634 S. 74th St., Tacoma Metropolitan Ballet of Tacoma is presenting The Nativity Ballet, as an offering of love (free) to the community. This is the 30th anniversary of this original ballet dancing the good news of Jesus Christ. Sunday’s performance will feature Tacoma Youth Chorus (directed by Judith Herrington) singing live for one of the dances. In celebration of the 30th time dancing this incredible story, MBT alumni will be performing. Lastly, the stage will be filled with several families, including siblings and second-generation MBT dancers. This is a must-see year for this unique Tacoma tradition. Price: Admission free. Info: https://www.facebook. com/events/1911711158866031/ HOLIDAY BAZAAR AND OPEN HOUSE Sat., Dec. 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. People’s Retirement Community, 1720 E. 67th St., Tacoma Please join us for some holiday cheer and shopping! There will be a gaggle of vendors setting up inside on the first and second floors. With the open house, you can peek at an apartment and imagine yourself or a loved one living there, while enjoying the hot chocolate bar and cookies. For the shoppers who become open house guests, you’ll be in to win a fabulous door prize. All of the vendors have items that will make good gifts (big and small) as well as stocking stuffers.Info: https://peoplesretirementshm.org; (253) 474-1741 ‘WHITE CHRISTMAS’ Fri., Dec. 7 and 14, 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8 and 15, 7:30 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9 and 16, 2 p.m.
Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 6th Ave., Tacoma Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-anddance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. The dazzling score features well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial favorite, “White Christmas.” Hurry – tickets are selling fast! Final performance Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. Price: $31 general admission, $29 seniors/military/students, $22 children 12 and under. Info: www.tmp.org; (253) 565-6867 LAKEWOOD HISTORY MUSEUM OPEN HOUSE Sat., Dec. 8, 12-4 p.m. Lakewood History Museum, 6211 Mt. Tahoma Dr., SW, Tacoma Stop by for free holiday refreshments, enjoy our display of antique holiday ornaments and maybe sing a Christmas carol or two. Price: Admission free. Info: http://lakewoodhistorical.org. DICKENS FESTIVAL AT STADIUM Saturday, Dec. 8, 12-4 p.m. Tent with giant Christmas tree across from Stadium Thriftway Dress yourself in Victorian style and enjoy revelry in the Historic Stadium Business District at the Dickens Festival at Stadium. The event features three horse-drawn carriages taking passengers to the W. W. Seymour Conservatory’s “Victorian Days” with poinsettia exhibit and musical performances. From 3-4 p.m. rides through the Stadium District. There will be performances from Stadium High School musical groups with Santa and roasted chestnuts on the fire nearby. The festival includes the Stadium Christmas Tree lighting, a Best Victorian Dog Contest, a celebration of carols and a free holiday concert at First Presbyterian Church. Ages: All Ages. Price: free. Info: dickensfestival.net SANTA VISITS OLD TOWN Sat., Dec. 8, 1-3:30 p.m. Job Carr Cabin Museum, 2350 N. 30th St., Tacoma Celebrate the season at Tacoma’s birthplace! Our cozy cabin fireplace is the perfect setting for your keepsake Santa picture. Bring the whole family and make a memory. Refreshments available while supplies last. Also enjoy holiday choirs and children’s crafts. Price: Pay as you can. Please bring a donation of non-perishable foods to fill our collection box for Food Connection. Info: www.jobcarrmuseum.org; (235) 627-5405 SANTA PAWS PET PHOTOS Sun., Dec. 9, 9 a.m. to noon UP Civic Center/Library Atrium, 3609 Market Pl. W., University Place Find out if Snoopy and Fluffy have been naughty or nice and get a great photo of your pet with Santa at the annual Santa Paws Pet Photos event. AG Photography will be on hand with Santa to capture great photos of your pet (and family members if desired). All proceeds go toward the off-leash
dog area in University Place. Price: Photos $22 for 5x7 (cash or check only please) and $5 for additional prints. Info: Sponsored by SUNDogs (www. up-dogpark.org) and The Soggy Doggy. SECOND SUNDAY MUSIC Sunday, Dec. 9 1- 2:30 p.m. Wright Park, W.W. Seymour Conservatory, 316 S. G St., Tacoma This month’s concert features The Loving Tunefuls (folk, singer/songwriter). Enjoy live acoustic music among lush tropical floral displays on the second Sunday of every month. The performers reflect a wide spectrum of musical tastes and the music is intended to appeal to audiences of all ages and sensibilities. Ages: All Ages. Price: $3 suggested donation. Info: SeymourConservatory.org WINE AND SONG BENEFIT Tues., Dec. 11, 7 p.m. Connelly Law Offices, 2301 N. 30th St., Old Town Tacoma Classical Tuesdays in Old Town Tacoma invites all to Wine and Song 2018. This is a fundraiser for the Classical Tuesdays series of free events held at Slavonian Hall and Old Town Park September through February. Erin Guinup, founding director of Tacoma’s Refugee Choir, will perform “Ladies of Lyric and Song” including some jazz, operetta, and contemporary cabaret. She’ll be accompanied by Marjorie Skreen-Dickerson on piano. Afterward, we’ll enjoy a lovely spread of wines and finger foods. A special feature this year: silent auction baskets will offer gift certificates for eateries in Old Town, theater performances and many more goodies. Price: Tickets $25 at brownpapertickets.com. Info: (253) 752-2135 or prryker@gmail.com. ‘YES, VIRGINIA, THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS’ Fri., Dec. 7 and14, 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8 and15, 8 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9 and 16, 2 p.m. Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd. S.W., Lakewood “The story of a young girl’s letter that changed the holiday, and the world, forever.” Inspired by a simple, poignant letter written more than 100 years ago by 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon to the editor of the New York Sun – and by the timeless editorial response printed on the front page of the Sun. “Dear Editor, I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says if you see it in the Sun, it’s so. Please tell me the truth. Is there a Santa Claus?” Final performance Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. Price: $26 general admission, $23 military/seniors, $20 students/educators. Info: www.LakewoodPlayhouse. org; (253) 588-0042 ‘SCROOGE: THE MUSICAL’ Fri., Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N. I St., Tacoma This musical is adapted from the 1970 musical film “Scrooge,” which starred Albert Finney and Sir Alec Guinness. The miserly Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of a Christmas Eve night, after being visited by the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley, and the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future. Special added performances: Sat., Dec. 15, 2 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 22, 2 p.m.; Wed., Dec. 26, 7:30 p.m.; Thurs., Dec. 27, 7:30 p.m. Plays through
Dec. 30. Price: $27 adults, $25 seniors 60+/students/military, $22 children 12 and under. Info: www.TacomaLittleTheatre.com; (253) 272-2281.
sounds of acclaimed family ensemble Magical Strings. Price: Adults $25, children 12 and under $12. Info: magicalstrings.com; (253) 857-3716
SYMPHONY TACOMA: 'MESSIAH' Fri., Dec. 14, 1:30-9:30 p.m. St. Charles Borromeo, 7112 S. 12th St., Tacoma Perhaps the world’s most wellknown and beloved choral work, George Frederick Handel’s "Messiah" has transcended its time and place to become a “work of the people” shared by audiences and musicians around the world. This holiday classic oratorio is performed by the talented orchestra and vocalists of Symphony Tacoma Voices. Price: $30-$48. Info: http:// symphonytacoma.org; (253) 272-7264
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT NORPOINT Saturday, Dec. 15, 8:30- 11 a.m. Center at Norpoint, 4818 Nassau Ave N.E., Tacoma Rise and shine for Breakfast with Santa at The Center at Norpoint. Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, holiday arts and crafts, pictures with Santa and more. The second annual Breakfast with Santa will feature two sessions of fun at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Space is limited. Sign up in advance to guarantee your spot. Ages: All Ages. Price: $10 advance, $15 at door. Info: www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/index.php?cid=7666
HOLIDAY SING-ALONG Friday, Dec. 14, 6- 8 p.m. Wright Park, W.W. Seymour Conservatory, 316 S. G St., Tacoma Enjoy an evening of hot cocoa, cookies and singing holiday favorites with friends and family. Ages: All Ages. Price: $3 suggested donation. Info: www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/index.php?cid=7126 UP FOR ARTS HOLIDAY AUCTION AND GALA Fri., Dec. 14, 6:30 p.m. UP Civic/Library Atrium, 3609 Market Place, University Place A magical evening of holiday entertainment along with an African safari, local tours, gourmet dinners and a variety of other great holiday gifts await guests at the UP for Arts first annual Holiday Gala and Silent Auction. Besides an amazing musical program featuring a very special secret guest, gala guests will enjoy an array of elegant appetizers, wine, refreshments and desserts along with the opportunity to bid on a variety of auction items. Online bidding ends on Tuesday, Dec. 11, however, gala guests can continue bidding on all items at the auction. All proceeds from the Holiday Gala will benefit “Forever Friends,” a life-size sculpture of a young girl offering an apple to a very special horse by artist John Jewell to be located in the Curran Apple Orchard Park. Price: $65 online or from UP for Art members or $70 at the door. Free parking is available underneath the library. Get a sneak preview of auction items and bid online at www. upforarts.org. TRIPOD SLIDE SHOW Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m. Center for Spiritual Living, 206 N. J St, Tacoma Enjoy a “slide” show and discussion on each of three very big deal subjects: the new aquarium, sports photography and the Puyallup power paddle. Wendy Spaulding talks about “Giant Ocean Endeavors,” the new Pacific Seas Aquarium, which is the largest capital project in Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium’s 113-year history. But the intended impact – a healthier future for our ocean – is the biggest endeavor of all. Next, Dave and Lorraine Ralston’s talk, “Behind the Lens” is a discussion about what it takes to prepare for the thousands of sport photographers who attend large, international sporting events each year. Finally, there will be a talk by Phil Red Eagle: “Tribal Journeys - Power Paddle to Puyallup 2018.” Ages: All Ages. Price: $2 donation. Info: www.facebook.com/TripodSlideshows/ MAGICAL STRINGS YULETIDE CONCERT Sat., Dec. 14, 7:30-10 p.m. Urban Grace Church, 902 Market St., Tacoma For many in the Northwest, it wouldn’t be the holidays without the harps, dulcimers, and energetic Celtic
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AND THE GRINCH Saturday, Dec. 15, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastside Community Center, 1721 E. 56th St., Tacoma Come to Who-Ville to feast with Jolly St. Nick and grumpy Grinch. Feast on Who-pudding, roast beast sausage, Who-hash, green Grinch-cakes, and green eggs, too! Admission includes a family picture with Santa, holiday face painting, holiday music, and holiday craft projects. Guests can choose from one of four seating times for breakfast. Space is limited. Advance ticket purchase required. Ages: All Ages. Price: $8 resident, $10 non-resident. Info: www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/ index.php?cid=3983 or 253-404-3990 YULETIDE BUS Saturday, Dec. 15, 3:45 p.m. Anthem Coffee Company (Stadium District), 102 N. G St., Tacoma The Yuletide Bus will celebrate the release of Jessica Lynne’s new Christmas CD “Yuletide in My Doublewide.” Riders will tour Tacoma while listening to the CD, and get the inside scoop on the making of the CD from Lynne. The ride includes: glogg, a Danish spiced wine (for those over 21), cider or hot chocolate; a gift bag, including a copy of the CD and other goodies; a round-trip tour of some unique local businesses where you can do some Christmas shopping, or just enjoy the Christmas cheer; one raffle ticket for a chance to win an hour-long Lynne house concert; a performance by Lynne at Stadium Anthem Coffee at 6:30 p.m. Ages: All Ages. Price: $25 (or $5 cover at Anthem Coffee for just the 6:30 p.m. concert). Info: www.facebook.com/events/919416761595778/ LIGHTED BOAT PARADE Saturday, Dec. 15, 6 p.m. Foss Waterway Seaport, 705 Dock St., Tacoma (and all along the Thea Foss Waterway) Members of the Totem Yacht Club decorate their boats and do an annual flotilla for the enjoyment of their fellow citizens. Ages: All Ages. Price: free. Info: www.totemyachtclub.com/ pdf/2018/LightedBoatParade.pdf GIG HARBOR PENINSULA CIVIC ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS CONCERT Saturday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m. Peninsula High School, 14105 Purdy Dr. NW, Gig Harbor Music includes: “September,” “In the Stone,” from Earth, Wind and Fire; “Go West!” (a medley of cinematic Western music; Alexander Borodin’s “Eine Steppenskizze;” Brian Balmages’ “Festive Fanfare;” John Henry Hopkins Jr.’s “We Three Kings;” Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 68 ‘Pastoral’” and Arcangelo Corelli’s “Concerto Grosso No. 4 in D Major.” Ages: All Ages. Price: free. Info: www.facebook.com/ events/1274433059365765/
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