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Graduate Tacoma reaches key milestone, begins work on next phase

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Graduate Tacoma held its Community Impact Forum at the STAR Center last week, announcing that the district’s graduation rate has passed its 2020 goal, with 89 percent of high schoolers now receiving diplomas, but more work remains to be done with improving academic performances by younger students. Tacomans can expect to soon see a large flag with the number 89 on it waving on the Tacoma Dome and government buildings around the city to mark the milestone. By Steve Dunkelberger

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raduate Tacoma celebrated a key milestone in its community effort to improve student achievement in Tacoma Public Schools last week with the announcement that the most recent data shows 89 percent of students

received diplomas within five years of high school. Improving graduation rates was a key indicator of progress in Tacoma Public Schools that dates back to a time when the school district was labeled a “dropout factory” in 2010. Just 55 percent of its students graduated on time. That wakeup call led to the creation of Foundation For Tacoma Students, a nonprofit umbrella that has grown to represent 268 gov-

ernments, nonprofits, businesses and community groups with the singular goal of improving student learning under the Graduate Tacoma banner by monitoring student activities, academic performances and setting “cradle to career” goals with a deadline of 2020, 10 years after the district’s low point. “That is what is so different about the Tacoma story,” Tacoma u See GRADUATE / page A8

TIKI RESIDENTS GET EXTENSION ON EVICTIONS By John Larson

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Moved by the plight of residents of the Tiki Apartments, Tacoma City Council has passed a temporary ordinance extending the notice for certain types of evictions from 20 to 90 days. This would cover a change in the use of a dwelling, demolition or major renovation. The longer period would not cover other reasons for eviction, such as failure to pay rent. The ordinance will sunset on Sept. 30, in order to give the council time to craft a longer-range policy. Residents of the complex, located on South 12th Street near State Route 16, received eviction notices after it was purchased by CWD Investments LLC. During an emergency meeting on April 26 to discuss the situation, Councilmember Keith Blocker said the new owner had been contacted and agreed to give Tiki tenants until the end of June to move. The new owner’s offer of relocation assistance will stay on the table, with those leaving by the end of May offered $900 and those at the end of June $600. Blocker brought up his own experiences with homelessness in his youth. “This issue hits homes to me.” The meeting drew many Tiki residents, as well as others concerned about their plight. Dr. James Williams noted the “grave shortage” of affordable housing, especially for the disabled Tiki residents. “Their rights and needs were not being addressed,” he said. “With the housing market the way it is, there will be more Tiki Apartments.” Sarah Howe, a Tiki resident who is blind and in a wheelchair, said she wants to live independently and not in an assisted living facility. “What do people in my situation do?” she asked the council. u See TIKI / page A8

Nancy Davis

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Department hopes to replace historic Tideflats fire station By Steve Dunkelberger

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An evaluation of the mothballed fire station on the Tacoma Tideflats has concluded that it would cost too much to renovate the historic building to accommodate modern equipment and systems needed for an emergency on the working waterfront. “Significant structural upgrades would be necessary to achieve minimum building standard requirements,” Tacoma Fire Department Chief James P. Duggan wrote in a memo to City Manager Elizabeth Pauli and the City Council’s Community Vitality and Safety Committee. “After a thorough review of the structural analysis and renovation concept, it was determined that the existing building did not meet the programmatic and operational needs … The renovated station would still not meet essential facility code requirements for fire stations.” Reinforcing the building, Fire Station 5, to meet the minimum building standards would limit access to one of the doors used by emergency vehicles, for example. The station is also too small, so the department’s preferred

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Fire Station 5 dates back to 1928 and is on the city’s registry of historic places, but the Tacoma Fire Department hopes to replace it with a new facility because it is too small and could not easily be renovated for modern emergency response systems.

option is to remove the building and build a new facility on the site, located at 3510 E. 11th St., at a cost of more than the $1.3 million available under the current budget. That means additional money would come during the budget talks in the fall for the 20192020 biennium. The need for a fire station on the Tideflats has been a matter of debate

ever since the station was closed during the budget cuts of the Great Recession a decade ago. The rise of more industrial operations on the Tideflats, specifically fossil fuel refineries and Puget Sound Energy’s plan to manufacture and store 8 million gallons of liquefied natural gas at a facility that is currently under construction, has made

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After a long illness, beloved Tacoma activist and friend to countless people Nancy Davis passed away at home on Thursday, April 26. A community memorial service is currently being organized, as the public was always her domain. Nancy was a gift to Tacoma like no other. Her sincere care and love for community took her to a wide range of places – from serving on boards and volunteer groups to being appointed a seat on Tacoma City Council and working for Metro Parks Tacoma. She was close to the Puyallup Tribe as well, working side by side with Puyallup Tribal Councilmember Sylvia Miller on numerous projects. Nancy had a way of fitting in anywhere and everywhere such that her breadth of community involvement knew no bounds – and she never sought credit for her accomplishu See DAVIS / page A8

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Pothole of the Week

Bulletin Board CITY TO HOLD LISTENING SESSIONS ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING The City of Tacoma is working with its community partners to create a comprehensive action strategy addressing community needs relating to affordable housing. To help inform this process, the City and its community partners are hosting a series of community listening sessions to understand community members’ experiences surrounding this issue. Scheduled sessions include:

• Tuesday, May 8, 6-8 p.m. at Peace Community Center, 2106 S. Cushman Ave.

• Saturday, May 12, from 4-6 p.m. at Blix Elementary School, 1302 E. 38th St.

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After appearing on the side of area milk cartons for months and months, we’ve come to the realization that our beloved Percival, the Pothole Pig, is not coming home to us. The celebrated swine has either found a new life somewhere else, or perhaps became a delicious and nutritious part of someone’s breakfast at some point. Whatever the case, we will miss him and be forever in his debt as his dedication to the City of Destiny led to so many nasty potholes being filled. This week, Carter the Crater Gator found another impressive road divot to stretch out in. To be honest, we’ve had a difficult time with this critter. He can’t get over the fact that he’ll always be second-fiddle when compared to Percival, and frankly, he’s been getting a little snarky. While we’ve let him know that his replacement could waddle through the front door of the Tacoma Weekly office at any moment, the toothy sourpuss has countered with his own threat of “pulling a Percival” and disappearing. With this in mind, we are still in the process of trying out new pothole seeking varmints. If you’ve got any ideas, please send them to jgimse@tacomaweekly.com

Come and see what it’s all about. Come as a lover of art and a lover of peace. Please join the community of St. Placid in taking time to celebrate and cherish the peace our world holds as interpreted by artists in a variety of media. Meet the artists; enjoy live music, wine and hors d’oeuvres while viewing the art. Proceeds will be shared with the Intercommunity Peace & Justice Center (IPJC) in Seattle.

GALA EVENING: Friday, May 4, 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. TICKETS AT THE DOOR: $15 each or 2 for $25 CASUAL VIEWING: Saturday, May 5 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free Admission INFO: (360) 438-2595; stplacidpriory.org

Questions or requests for special accommodations relating to these events may be directed to Carol Wolfe at cwolfe@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-5384. More information regarding the City’s efforts to develop a comprehensive action strategy on affordable housing is available at cityoftacoma.org/affordablehousingstrategy. More information about the City’s progress toward its Tacoma2025 goals is available on the Results253 page at data.cityoftacoma.org. C STREET SOUTH GETS NEW CURB RAMPS, SIDEWALKS New curb ramps and sidewalks will be installed on C Street South to improve accessibility and sidewalk connectivity. Construction will start May 7, and is expected to be complete by mid-August. New curb ramps that comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards will be installed at each intersection on C Street South from Wheeler Street South through Lafayette Street South. New sidewalks will be built on both sides of C Street South between Lafayette Street South and 112th Street South. Work hours will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays. Impacts to motorists and pedestrians will be minimal. Periodic sidewalk closures will be needed. During these closures, a pedestrian detour route will be put into place. Asphalt Patch Systems is the contractor. The construction cost is $396,775. The project is funded with a grant from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board. Learn more about the project at www.piercecountywa.org/crp5860. Pierce County is currently developing the ADA Transition Plan for Public Rights of Way. This plan will guide the county when scheduling projects to bring existing pedestrian facilities located in the public right-of-way in unincorporated Pierce County into compliance with ADA standards. Learn more at www.piercecountywa.org/ ADAtransition. EXPLORE TITLOW PARK’S WATERFRONT, NATURAL AREAS The public is invited to tour the Titlow Park waterfront and visit its natural areas during a special Metro Parks event at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 12. The event is technically a public meeting, but it’s more “open beach” than “open house.” The goal is to gather input on Metro Parks’ efforts to make parts of the 75-acre park more publicly accessible while restoring and conserving the natural landscape. The event is open to all. Everyone who has an interest in the park is invited regardless of whether they live close by. Participants should meet at the park’s sprayground, close to the main parking lot. The public input will be largely unguided, with multiple contact points where visitors can ask questions and make comments; Metro Parks and its consultant also will introduce a new feedback tool that will help sort comments by location in the park. Andrea Smith, president of the Metro Parks Board of Commissioners, will kick off the event. “As a child I spent time at what was called Hidden Beach day camp, learning about sea life at low tide and how trees contribute to our well-being and environmental sustainability,” Smith said. “I’m excited to hear how citizens want to use this park in the future.” The park district is refining its 2010 Titlow Park master plan to reflect changes that have taken place since then. Substantial public involvement contributed to the development of the original master plan. This revision is focused exclusively on the shoreline and the forested areas north of the park’s lagoon. In 2014, Metro Parks voters approved a $198 million bond issue. Some of the money was earmarked to upgrade Titlow Park. The specifics included improved trail access to Hidden Beach and natural area restoration. The district also is considering how to manage a nowvacant waterfront site at Titlow Park’s north end to best benefit the public. Tacoma Outboard Association, which had leased a boat ramp, dock and clubhouse at the site, departed in 2016. In all, 46 acres of Titlow Park are undeveloped forest, dominated by alder, big leaf maple and Douglas fir trees. The park is designated as bald eagle and pileated woodpecker habitat and includes several streams and wetland areas. People who participate in the outdoor public meeting might want to stay for a free, family-oriented nature walk hosted by the Tacoma Nature Center. The hour-long walk begins in the park at 1 p.m. Advance registration is required for the nature walk. Visit www.metroparkstacoma.org/family-programs-nature-center to register. Find out more about proposed Titlow Park improvements at TitlowParkVision.org. Check the Tacoma Nature Center’s website for additional information about its series of Family Nature Walks. PIERCE COUNTY ALIGNS E-MAIL ADDRESSES After more than a year of working to synchronize outdated and confusing email addresses, Pierce County has finally made a user-friendly system. “It has taken a while, but now the public can easily access their public servants,” said Pierce County Councilmember Pam Roach, who requested the changes which will begin May 19. “We now follow the format for school districts, state government, the military, and all other local governments and large businesses by using a person’s first and last in the address. Now all you need to know is a person’s name and @piercecountywa.gov. Previously, the county assigned an aberration of someone’s name to their e-mail address. “My aide, Cheryl Marshall, was given cmarsh4. County Council Chair, Doug Richardson, was given drichar. These nonsensical names were just another barrier to the

public and a time-consuming hindrance to co-workers.” Previous e-mails will still work but the county is transitioning by publishing changes in print and web publications. “I was thrilled when IT Director Gary Robinson announced the transition last week. He was giving me updates over the last year,” said Roach. “Now, all of county government will have the same e-mail formula. You know a name, and you know their e-mail address,” Roach said. HISTORIC PRESERVATION MONTH CELEBRATES ADAPTIVE REUSE Each May, the National Trust for Historic Preservation encourages local communities to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month. The City of Tacoma is excited to announce this year’s Historic Preservation Month theme of “Adaptive Reuse in Tacoma.” “This year’s theme of ‘Adaptive Reuse’ highlights historic preservation’s connections between environmental sustainability, neighborhood revitalization, and maintaining community character,” said Historic Preservation Officer Reuben McKnight. 2018 Historic Preservation Month Calendar Event details can be found on the new Historic Preservation Month website, hpmonthtacoma.com. Key programs include:

• Historic Preservation Month Proclamation: Tuesday, May 1, at 4:30 p.m., at the Tacoma Municipal Building in Council Chambers (747 Market St., first floor)

• Kick Off: Salvage Art Show and Iron Art Com-

petition: Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Earthwise Architectural Salvage (628 E. 60th St.)

• Historic Preservation Month Reception and

Awards: Friday, May 18, from 6-8 p.m., at Stewart Middle School (5010 Pacific Ave.)

• Bringing Tacoma’s History to Life: Youth Historical Fiction Reading: Monday, May 21, from 7-9 p.m., Black Kettle Bites and Brew (744 Market St.)

• Old Places, New Spaces: Adaptively Reused

Trails Bike Tour: Friday, May 25, from 5:15-7 p.m., starting and ending at 7 Seas Brewing (2101 Jefferson Ave.)

Tacoma is a regional and national example of successful adaptive reuse projects, featuring rehabilitated schools, warehouses, and commercial buildings throughout the downtown area and in neighborhoods. The theme also aligns with the City’s sustainability vision to conserve resources and achieve lasting and equitable prosperity. The month’s programming will showcase exciting new twists on Tacoma’s history. The kickoff event, a Salvage Art Show at Earthwise Architectural Salvage, will feature artists who are working with recycled materials – and visitors will have a chance to make their own art during the Iron Art Competition, a family-friendly timed sculpture competition. To register for the Iron Art Competition, visit hpmonthtacoma.com. The annual bike ride is a partnership with Tacoma/ Pierce County Bike Month, and tours adaptively reused trail corridors, including the Water Flume Line and Prairie Line trails. The lineup of events also features the winners of Tacoma’s first youth historical fiction competition, “Bringing Tacoma’s History to Life,” which gives young writers a chance to creatively interpret important moments in the city’s history. “This year, we’re celebrating the opportunities for the future that Tacoma’s historic resources can offer,” said Assistant Historic Preservation Officer Lauren Hoogkamer. “Together with our city’s cultural and heritage organizations, our slate of programs encourages the public to acknowledge the past as we reimagine Tacoma’s future.” For more information, including a full roster of Historic Preservation Month activities, visit hpmonthtacoma.com or contact Hoogkamer at LHoogkamer@ cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-5254. MAY IS HUNGER AWARENESS MONTH Emergency Food Network brings awareness to hunger in Pierce County with opportunities for community members to get involved in local hunger relief. May is Hunger Awareness Month in Pierce County. This annual event is designed to inspire community members to take action and raise awareness about the need in Pierce County. More than 1.3 million visits are made to food pantries, meal sites, and shelters by residents in Pierce County each year, and 55 percent of these visits are children and seniors. “May is the perfect time to bring attention to hunger as food pantries and meal sites are gearing up for one of the busiest times of the year,” said Helen McGovernPilant, executive director of Emergency Food Network. There are approximately 59,000 children in the Pierce County school system who receive free or reduced breakfast and/or lunch. When schools are out for the summer break these students will no longer receive the one or two meals provided each day at school. Many of these children and their families will rely on food from food pantries or meal sites to help supplement their nutritional intake during the summer months. “There are many ways to make a difference in the month of May,” said McGovern-Pilant. “We’ve made it easy for community members to join us in providing the increased food that will be needed when families in need make extra trips to the food pantry.” Pierce County residents are encouraged to get involved in the month of May by choosing at least one or more activities to help their neighbors in need. Hunger Awareness Month activities include walking or running at the Hunger Walk & 5K Run, leaving a donation of food out by your mailbox during the Letter Carriers’ Food Drive, volunteering at Emergency Food Network’s warehouse or Mother Earth Farm, and more. A complete list of Hunger Awareness Month events and volunteer opportunities with descriptions can be found by visiting EFN’s website www.efoodnet.org/hunger-awareness-month. NOMINATE WASHINGTON’S BEST TEACHERS It’s that time of year again! Time to honor Washington state’s best and brightest heroes (educators) in the classroom. Ivar’s and Kidd Valley Restaurants are calling on all kindergarten through eighth-grade students to nominate their favorite, deserving teacher for a chance to take home SEE MORE BULLETIN BOARD ITEMS ON PAGE A7

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Wednesday, May 9 6 – 7 p.m. St. Joseph Medical Center Lagerquist Conference Rooms A & B 1717 South J Street, Tacoma Eathar Razak, MD Cardiology/ Electrophysiology

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Guest Editorials

Historic reforms will increase access to democracy, protect integrity of elections By Rep. Laurie Jinkins

Summer is just around the corner, but a freeze is about to kick in for state legislators. Beginning Monday, May 14 – the first day of candidate filing week – my legislative web site will be “frozen” until the 2018 election has been certified. I won’t be posting any new content or sending out any unsolicited legislative mailings. The election year freeze is part of the state’s 1995 Ethics in Public Service Act. Its purpose is to make sure public resources aren’t used to assist political campaigns. The law ensures elected officials don’t campaign on the public’s dime. Speaking of elections, this session lawmakers passed several historic election reforms that will increase voter participation and improve representation. The right to vote is central to our democracy, and while some states try to make it harder for people to vote, Washington is making it easier for those eligible to vote to do so, while preserving the integrity and security of the voting process. Called the “Access to Democracy” package, Democrats led the way in sponsoring these bills, although many of them passed with bipartisan support. Making registering to vote easier increases voter participation. While our state’s motor voter law has been helpful in this regard, current law has a 29-day registration deadline prior to an election. In our technological age, this seems unreasonably long. In 2016, more than one million eligible Washingtonians were not registered to vote. How many of them tried to register 28 or 27 or two days before the election, only to find out they missed the deadline and couldn’t vote? Lawmakers fixed that problem by passing same-day

voter registration. Under the new law, a person can register to vote in person until 8 p.m. on Election Day, or online or via mail up to eight days before the election. It’s how I first registered to vote when I was a college student in Madison, Wisc., where it resulted in a 10-percent increase in voter turnout. I’m hopeful it will do the same in Washington. We passed an automatic voter registration bill that registers anyone receiving an enhanced driver’s license from the state Department of Licensing. It includes important protections to prevent those ineligible to vote from being registered. Not only does it make registration more efficient, it saves money over processing paper registration forms. The earlier you begin voting, the better chance you have of becoming a regular voter. So a new law will enable eligible 16- and 17-year olds to pre-register to vote. Once they turn 18, their ballot will automatically be mailed without having to register again. In March, I spoke at the March For Our Lives Tacoma event, which was organized by local youth – some as young as middle school age. I can tell you they are paying attention to what’s happening in the world around them and want their voices heard. I am so glad we’ve made it easier for them to register. In the representation realm, we passed the Washington Voting Rights Act this year. Modeled after the federal Voting Rights Act, it allows communities systemically disenfranchised in local elections to work collaboratively with their local governing bodies on remedies, rather than through costly litigation. It ensures communities have an equal opportunity to have their voices heard. We’ve already seen this happen in Yakima, where the switch from citywide to district-based voting resulted

in the election of the first three Latina city councilmembers. Unfortunately, it took a lawsuit to bring that change to Yakima. The Washington Voting Rights Act provides an easier and cheaper way for cities to voluntarily move to district-based voting without going to court. In the transparency realm, we passed a nation-leading law that shines a light on hidden money in elections. The DISCLOSE Act will ensure campaign finance disclosure by nonprofits that participate in elections. These organizations have been exempt from disclosure until now, while other political action committees are not. Voters deserve to know this information. Finally, we passed a measure to improve election security and the auditing of elections in our state. It requires vendors of voting systems to disclose security breaches, and requires the secretary of state to investigate the cause of discrepancies found in election audits. Voters should have confidence not only in the elections process, but in the outcome. All of these bills will increase participation, transparency, and security in our state elections. Washington is leading the way on promoting better access to democracy. Although I won’t be updating my legislative website or sending out newsletters during this election season, I will continue responding to constituent calls and e-mails. If you have questions or concerns about legislative matters, I encourage you to reach out to me at (253) 5932033 or laurie.jinkins@leg.wa.gov. I look forward to hearing from you. Laurie Jinkins is a public health official from Tacoma who serves as a member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 27th district.

Yogi’s wisdom is worth thinking about By Don C. Brunell The late great philosopher Yogi Berra once proclaimed: “The future ain’t what it used to be.” It sure ain’t! Lots has changed over the last 60 years since Yogi was the catcher for the legendary New York Yankees. Hopefully, in the years ahead, we will experience a return of respect for one another and our way of life, which has been a beacon of hope for the rest of the world. Today, there is too little civility and the public discourse consists of subtle and not-so-subtle personal barbs aimed at piercing opponent’s dignity and public persona. Unfortunately, Yogi’s contention that “it was impossible to get a conversation going, everybody was talking too much” is now a big part of our problem. There is little respect for opposing views. How many of you have turned off your television and radio because commentators keep yelling at and over one another? Where are their manners? The constant spin crafted by clever well-paid political hacks, has all of us wondering what the truth really is and if anyone is fit for public service. There is the truth and then there are innuendos – which is which? “You can observe a lot by just watching,” Yogi added. Since the 1950s, many of us have done a lot of “watch-

ing” and wonder where our country is headed. The pressing question: Is there generation of business, organizational, educators, labor community and spiritual leaders and elected officials who can survive the current slanderous public grilling and risk facing public humiliation? Who would take that risk today? Can we elect people who are willing to argue strongly for their beliefs, yet set aside their personal and philosophic differences to act in the best interests of our country? Will the political discourse return to respect and civility? The core question for all Americans: “Can we look beyond themselves, rise above personal criticism and have the same strong commitment to make our country a better place in which to live and raise our families?” Since the future ain’t going to be what it used to be, hopefully it will morph into something better. Here are some things to consider. First, we need to reject the view that the “end justifies the means!” That philosophy advanced by Saul Alinsky in “Rules for Radicals” (1971) is one of “doing whatever it takes to get your way or win.” It alone has eroded public confidence in our way of life and political system. Second, we need to restore a sense of responsibility and be accountable for our actions. A wise religious leader once said “when you point your index finger at someone else, remember there are three of your fingers

pointing back at you.” Third, unfortunately there always will be injustices – hopefully, most are inadvertent. Yogi would say: “If the world were perfect, it wouldn’t be!” That means we double-down on correcting inequities and injustices as soon as we see them. Fourth, we need to have the grit and perseverance to overcome adversity because we all face it. It is part of life. It takes determination, hard and often frustrating work to become an accomplished welder, to earn an MBA or build a business. Fifth, everyone needs a little help from our friends. Baby boomers must be good mentors to those taking their places in the workforce. They also can provide a good historic perspective of what makes America great. Yogi concluded: “You’ve got to be very careful if you don’t know where you are going, because you might not get there.” We are at the fork in the road. We must carefully avoid the one that takes us over the cliff. Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He recently retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and now lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at theBrunells@msn.com.

Destroying forests unleashes new diseases By Dr. Rob Cohen Every minute, logging companies and farmers cut down or burn about 30 football fields’ worth of forest in developing nations. That’s not just an environmental tragedy. By forcing animals from their habitats and bringing them into closer contact with humans, deforestation accelerates the spread of dangerous animal-borne diseases like Ebola, Zika, Lyme, and the plague. In other words, deforestation doesn’t just kill trees and animals – it kills people. Leaders worldwide must start treating it as a public health crisis, in addition to an environmental one. Humans cut down trees for many reasons. Farmers need space for crops and livestock. Governments need room for new roads. Companies from homebuilders to candy makers rely on lumber, wood pulp, and other commodities harvested from forests. The problem is huge. Every year, 18.7 million acres of forest – an area roughly the size of South Carolina – vanish. From August 2015 to July 2016, the rate of deforestation in the Amazon surged 29 percent compared to the previous 12 months. If deforestation continues at its current pace, every rain forest on the planet will disappear within 100 years. This assault on animals' environment has unleashed many of the most dangerous diseases of the 20th century.

Consider the case of Madagascar. I traveled there in November to aid with the international response to their first ever urban outbreak of pneumonic plague – a disease similar to the Black Death, but deadlier. More than 2,000 cases were reported; 200 people died. The outbreak closed schools, reduced tourism, and overwhelmed the health system. Deforestation fueled this disaster. During the rainy season, locals burn forests to create more room for crops. The fires drive plague-carrying rats into nearby communities. The island nation – plague-free a century ago – now reports more cases of the disease annually than any other country. Deforestation has also accelerated the spread of the Zika virus, which has caused thousands of children to be born with severe brain defects in the Western Hemisphere – including 51 in the United States in 2016. Ebola outbreaks preferentially occur in recently deforested areas of Central and West Africa. In Brazil, deforestation has likely engendered several recent outbreaks of yellow fever by dispersing mosquitoes into new territory. These diseases were virtually unknown to humans a generation ago, yet new epidemics are appearing almost yearly now. It’s petrifying to consider what diseases could emerge in the next generation. Fortunately, there are several ways to stop deforestation. Richer nations could pay developing countries to stop

cutting down trees. Take the case of Liberia. In 2008, the country sold half its forest to timber companies. Six years later, the government of Norway agreed to pay Liberia $150 million to end legal logging operations and develop programs to protect forests. Organizations could also partner with locals to establish protected areas and generate revenue from tourism. Consider the World Bank’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas Program in Mozambique. Since 1996, the initiative has helped preserve forests and boost tourism. Now, nearly one-quarter of the country’s land is under formal conservation. Large companies could also pressure vendors to embrace responsible forestry practices. Thus far, many have failed to do so. Of the 250 companies with the greatest influence over forests, only 18 earned a top score for their efforts to prevent deforestation, according to watchdog group Global Canopy Programme. Deforestation isn’t merely a threat to the environment. It endangers humanity’s present and future. Madagascar’s pneumonic plague, Liberia's Ebola, Brazil’s Zika, and the United States’ expanding Lyme problem must be a wakeup call about the need to protect forests. Rob Cohen, M.D., M.P.H., is a physician and Army veteran who works on public health projects in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Follow him on Twitter @ RobCohenMD. His book, “Boom without Bust,” will be published in 2019.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINALISTS VISIT TACOMA FOR FINAL VETTING

Chris Green

Lance Randall By Andrew Fickes

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City of Tacoma is inching closer to hiring its next community and economic development director. Recruitment for the position opened on March 8 and the City accepted applications through April 2. A handful of applications were received from across the U.S. A panel of subject matter experts recommended nine candidates to participate in video interviews and those were narrowed down to four finalists. On Monday, April 30, the four finalists were invited to Tacoma for formal interviews. All day Monday the four were toured around the city. Monday evening they were part of a public forum held at The Evergreen State College campus on 6th Avenue. Dignitaries representing various facets of economic development in Tacoma attended, as well as city staff and other people from the community interested in learning about the four finalists vying for the job. The four finalists are Chris Green, currently the assistant director of the Washington State Department of Commerce; Lance Randall, currently the director of economic development at Southeast Effective Development in Seattle; Betty Capestany, the current president and chief executive officer of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce; and finally, Kurt Creager, currently the president of Urbanist Housing Solutions LLC, in Vancouver, Wash. Green brings a state-level perspective as the assistant director of the Department of Commerce since 2015. He also has legislative experience, having served as a senior legislative aide for then-state Senator Derek Kilmer from

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2005-2007. Subsequent experience includes work as the vice president of Thompson Consulting Group from 2007-2008 and from 2008-2016 as vice president on the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County. “This market is one of the last, great beautiful markets on the West Coast,” said Green about Tacoma. “Looking at what we can create here, it’s exciting to think about the opportunities here.” Randall’s experiences include work as City of Seattle’s business services manager in its Office of Economic Development from 2007-2015, as well as stints serving on economic development commissions and in chambers of commerce. On Monday night, he touted his 23 years of experience practicing economic development. “This is a great opportunity to take all the experience I’ve had and apply it to Tacoma,” said Randall. Capestany has had extensive experience working at chambers and in economic development at the city level in East King County. Since 2001, she has served as Bellevue chamber’s president and CEO. Prior to that, she served as director of economic development, neighborhoods and strategic planning for City of Renton from 1997-2001, and before that as president and CEO of the Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce from 1992-1997. “The part I love the most is working with community and community building,” Capestany said. “I think Tacoma has been overlooked in the region.” Finally, Creager brings to the table a rich experience in the development and championing of affordable housing. His experience includes serving as executive director of Arizona State University Stardust Center for Affordable

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Inmates serving time have new tools to turn to in fighting substance abuse By Andrew Fickes

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At the newer Pierce County jail located at Ninth Street and Yakima Avenue, low-offender and low-risk inmates on good behavior are now gaining the tools they need to manage their substance addiction, a battle they will continue to fight once back out in society. In September, a partnership between the nonprofit Pierce County Alliance and the Corrections Bureau of the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department launched a five- to six-week voluntary substance abuse treatment program. The weekly classes are administered by Pierce County Alliance staff. So far since January, when the Alliance started to collect data on the program, roughly 40 inmates have successfully completed the program. “They get certified, but they also understand that this does not rescind them from serving additional sentencing from the judge,” said Sergeant George Wasson, the jail program coordinator. Wasson is assisted by Jennifer Gaitner, a staff person at the Alliance. Inmates who are interested in enrolling in the program typically contact Gaitner or Wasson. When checking for eligibility, Wasson

considers an inmate’s release date and their classification level. If their classification level is that they’re serving time in the newer jail and they are a lower-risk inmate, then they qualify. All participants must reside in the newer jail. “If they’re in jail for three to four weeks and if I think they can get something out of the class then we will send them for screening at Pierce County Alliance,” Wasson explained. The idea for the program came about from collaboration between Terree Schmidt-Whelan, the executive director of the Alliance, and Patti Jackson, corrections bureau chief with the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department. “(Patti Jackson) and I talked about it and found a way to do it at the jail,” Schmidt-Whelan said. “We were able to have counselors from (the Alliance) go down to the jail to administer treatment. For the length of time that they’re at the jail inmates can come in and out of the program.” Wasson also said if inmates are released from jail before completing the program, they’re able to visit the Alliance to continue and complete the program. “I’m impressed with the amount of growth I’ve seen from when they

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start to when they complete,” Wasson said. “I’ve definitely seen some maturation.” Last March, Schmidt-Whelan and Jackson partnered to provide the program initially to the population of inmates who are in drug court, but for whatever reason, find themselves back in jail to serve a court-ordered sanction. Reaching this group of inmates, and also the general population, which started in September, provides the opportunity to reach everyone who desires an avenue for treatment. “There are many, many inmates who want treatment while they’re here,” Schmidt-Whelan said. “Those in jail receiving treatment have been very receptive to treatment and it’s gone very well. They’re more likely to continue outside of jail and have a referral to continue treatment at Pierce County Alliance right away.” Jackson said the arrangement between the Alliance and the county is a win-win. For example, state and federal funding is in short supply to help in this capacity. Jackson said the Alliance is able to leverage its funding to provide these services to the county. In turn, the county is able to provide a baseline of coping skills to a swath of the population fighting substance abuse that desperately need it.

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the 2018 Teacher of the Year honors. Two well-deserving educators will be selected as grand prize recipients to bring home a $500 gift card good for classroom supplies, a commemorative plaque and the official title of either Ivar’s Teacher of the Year or Kidd Valley Teacher of the Year. Plus, the nominating students of the grand prize winners will receive either an Ivar’s Kids Meal – including a visit by Ivar’s famous Dancing Clam – or a Kidd Valley Kids Meal for every student in their class. To nominate a teacher, students 14 years old or younger may visit select Puget Sound area Ivar’s or Kidd Valley locations (excluding stadiums and Eastern Washington restaurants) to complete an official entry form, or go online to www.Ivars.com/teacher or www.kiddvalley. com/promos-events.htm. All entries must be received by May 20. The official Teacher of the Year rules can be found on the back of store entry forms or through the Ivar’s and Kidd Valley websites. The contest will also award four teachers a first-place prize of a $150 gift card for classroom supplies, and 30 teachers will receive a second-place prize of a $25 Ivar’s or Kidd Valley gift card. Ivar’s and Kidd Valley encourages students to recognize and praise educators who have positively impacted them, and to share inspirational stories with other students and teachers. The annual Teacher of the Year contest, now in its 15th year, is one of the longest-running teacher appreciation programs in the state and provides students with the opportunity to honor those teachers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to teach, mentor and support them. The 2017 Ivar’s and Kidd Valley Teacher of the Year grand prize winners were Kirsten Jewett of View Ridge Elementary in Seattle and Brittany Hall of Horace Mann Elementary in Redmond. Who will be selected this year’s heroes? Participating Ivar’s locations in the South Sound include: Federal Way, Kent, Lakewood, Puyallup, Tacoma (James Center). WORKSHOPS HELP WADE THROUGH DISASTER INSURANCE Pierce County is in the crosshairs for an exceptionally wide range of natural disasters – wind storms, flooding, mudslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanos and fires. Homeowners and renters need to give careful consideration not only to how they will survive a disaster when it happens but how they will carry on in the days, weeks, months and years after the event. Pierce County residents will have the opportunity to attend disasters and insurance workshops that will provide impartial information about how insurance works when it comes to disasters and what renters and owners need to consider to reduce their risk. The free workshops hosted by Pierce County’s Aging and Disability Resources, will feature industry experts who will explain the ins and outs of coverage, exclusions, and recovery after a disaster. The presentations will focus on homeowner and renters’ insurance options. Each event will provide participants information about the different insurance products and options that are available, and how insurance will work or not work with particular types of disasters. Time will be included to ask any insurance-related questions. Disasters and insurance will be presented six times in May:

• May 7 – 12:30 p.m. Pierce County Annex, 2401 S. 35th St., Tacoma

• May 8 – 12:10 p.m. County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Ave. S., seventh Floor Rainier Room, Tacoma

• May 8 – 6:30 p.m. Gig Harbor Branch Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Drive NW, Gig Harbor

• May 14 – 6:30 p.m. Sumner Branch Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. in Sumner

• May 16 – 6:30 p.m. Lakewood Senior Activity

• May 19 – 10:30 a.m. Parkland/Spanaway Branch Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S., Tacoma

“For many people there’s an ‘it won’t happen to me’ mindset when it comes to disasters,” said Aaron Van Valkenburg, Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources manager. “We’ve all watched scenes of devastation on the news where families and individuals have lost it all, even when they thought they were secure. It’s important to know how insurance works and the coverage homeowners and renters need.” Sessions are information only; no sales are allowed. Each event is free and open to the public. Anyone of any age can attend. No RSVP is required. For more information about the presentations, call the Pierce County Aging and Disability Resource Center at (253) 798-4600 or (800) 562-0332. MEET ‘MARCH’ CO-AUTHOR AT PIERCE COUNTY READS EVENT Meet “March” co-author Andrew Aydin and illustrator Nate Powell at Pierce County Library System’s Pierce County READS free author event on Friday, May 11, at 7 p.m. at Pacific Lutheran University’s Olson Auditorium, 124th St. S., Parkland. A video message from co-author Congressman John Lewis (Georgia) may also be included. At the largest community reading event in the state, learn first-hand accounts about the civil rights movement, how the “March” trilogy came about, and why the authors chose a graphic novel format. “Pierce County READS has been leading conversations in our communities for 11 years,” said Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax. “This year seems to be exceptional as people talk about diversity, society and how they engage in their community. Since launching this year’s community one-book program, thousands of people have been checking out the series and participating in book discussions and events.” Since launching this year’s Pierce County READS on March 11, people have checked out more than 5,000 “March” books from Pierce County Libraries and more than 350 people have attended events throughout Pierce County so far. “March” explores the life and activism of Congressman John Lewis. The congressman was a key figure in the civil rights movement and the only living member of the Big 6 that organized the march on Washington in 1963 where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his iconic “I have a dream” speech. Aydin grew up reading and collecting comic books. After college, he began working with Congressman Lewis and learned that Lewis had been inspired by a classic 1950s comic book, “Martin Luther King & The Montgomery Story.” They discussed the impact that comic books can have on young readers and decided to write a graphic novel together about the civil rights era. In 2010 after being rejected by a number of publishers, Aydin took his idea to the Museum of Comic and Cartoon Arts Festival in New York City where he cold pitched the idea to comic publishers. At the event, he met award-winning graphic novel artist Powell and the “March” series was born. After the May 11 author event, the team will sign books. Attendees may bring their own books or purchase books at the event from Destiny City Comics. For 11 years, Pierce County READS has encouraged residents to read the same book at the same time and engage together in a countywide conversation that celebrates and explores the power found in books. During this year’s event, “March” has been a catalyst for discussions about history and elements from the past that are relevant to today’s world. Generous contributions from Pierce County Library Foundation and KeyBank Foundation sponsored the program and made it free to the community. SEE MORE BULLETIN BOARD ITEMS AT TACOMAWEEKLY.COM

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Public Schools Superintendent Carla Santorno said at the event, noting the wide and diverse community involvement in improving academic success. The community effort set goals on 17 achievement indicators, from enrollment in preschool to elementary reading levels and achievement gaps between white and minority or disadvantaged students as well as graduation and post-high school education rates. “It’s been really easy for members of the community to wrap their heads around the idea of improving graduation rates,” said Eric Wilson, CEO of the Foundation For Tacoma Students that oversees the community effort to boost educational outcomes. Graduation rates have climbed for the last seven years to record highs of 86 percent on-time graduations, and 89 percent for five-year graduations. More importantly to most people, the graduation and educational achievement gaps between white and minority students and between students from affluent and financially disadvantaged families has largely evaporated in most areas, statistically

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Tacoma Public Schools Superintendent Carla Santorno announced that Tacoma schools have reached the five-year graduation rate of 89 percent.

speaking. The district has 28,793 students with about 58 percent living in poverty as defined by free or reduced-cost lunch program participation. About 60 percent of students self identify as students of color.

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Many investors have inquired about the building, but no solid offers have been submitted, which is to be expected since the building doesn’t formally go on the market until May 11, after which the Johnsons will take some time to screen the offers. Anyone interested in attending “One Last Costume Party” to celebrate the building and the Johnsons can contact Diane@ joetoner.com or call (253) 441-5000. Several hundred people are expected, so plead your case and hope for the best, since invitatons have already gone out to Sixth Avenue businessowners, community leaders, friends, family and city officials. While the party doesn’t technically require attendees wear costumes, they are highly, highly, highly encouraged – like highly. It is a costume shop, after all. Suit up.

the need for increased emergency services on the working waterfront all more apparent. Helping fund the construction of a station was part of the interlocal agreement between the city and PSE to build the LNG plant, which is at the center of safety concerns about the growing number of potentially dangerous industrial operations on the Tideflats that also include the rising number of oil and fuel trains in the area. The fire department currently responds to incidents on the waterfront with crews at the Fire Training Center elsewhere on the Tideflats and from Fire Station 6 during nighttime calls for service. The Tideflats once had three fire stations. Station 5 is listed on the city’s register of historic places after it and 12 other fire department facilities around the city were designated as his-

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toric landmarks en masse in 1987. Renovations of the station, or its demolition to make way for a new station, would require approval by the city’s Landmarks Commission, said Historic Preservation Officer Reuben McKnight. The decision on the application is not advisory to City Council. Fire Station 5 is a onestory stucco station that was built in 1928 in the Mediterranean style with a cross-gabled roof and arched arcade. It has a hipped roof siren tower. The historical significance dates back to the establishment of the St. Paul and Tacoma Lumber Co. in 1888 to the time leading up to World War II, according to the station’s historical designation. As late as last fall, the city had planned to renovate and upgrade Fire Station 5 sooner rather than later, in hopes of having it operational by 2019.

Other improvement includes enrollment in college-credit courses that have jumped from 33 percent in 2012 to 71 percent last year and enrollment in college-preparation courses that have gone

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Brian Skiffington suggested council members help residents move. “To me, that would be a show of solidarity with these people.” “You cannot hear their stories and not feel it,” said Amy Tower, a

from 80 percent to 99 percent during the same time. “It’s about creating a new culture of education,” Wilson said. “It’s about creating a new culture of expectations.” The news isn’t all good, however. The number of students missing more than 18 days of school, for example, is on the rise, from 26 percent in 2014 to 28 percent last year, mostly at the high schools, which peaks at 54 percent for seniors. On the other end of the educational timeline, less than half of kindergarteners are meeting all six state standards, an indicator that is actually worsening. It dropped from 48 percent in 2013 to 47 percent last year. “It’s not saying the sky is falling, but the trend line is not moving up,” Wilson said. Groups are diving into ways to improve those numbers as well as planning on setting the next round of community goals as 2020 nears so that the momentum continues to improve student achievement by engaging more community partners. “This work doesn’t sunset in 2020,” Wilson said. The 2018 Community Impact Report, with interactive data dashboards about the report’s data, a calendar of events and ways to get involved, can be found at GraduateTacoma.org/data.

community organizer with Tenants Union of Washington. “It may be legal but it is wrong,” she said of the pending eviction. The council decided to pay United Way of Pierce County to provide case management for Tiki residents in their quest for new housing. The city has scheduled two public forums

on the topic of affordable housing. The first will take place May 8 from 6-8 p.m. at Peace Community Center, 2106 S. Cushman Ave. The second will be on May 12 from 4-6 p.m. at Blix Elementary School, 1302 E. 38th St. Members of the public are invited to share their experiences surrounding this issue.

the Eastside Community Center and much more. Tacoma is certainly richer for having known her and her presence will be sorely missed

for generations to come. Keep looking to the Tacoma Weekly for a forthcoming announcement on Nancy’s memorial.

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ments. “She made the relationships,” said her longtime partner Steve Wade. “She always showed up and was there for the community.” Nancy was a tough fighter too, and would never back down over something she believed in. She had particular fondness for the Eastside, and was key in a wealth of civic projects including STAR Center, Portland Avenue Park,

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PHOTOS BY BLAKE KREMER

REBUILDING TOGETHER, ONE HOUSE AT A TIME

Volunteers swarmed a house on Highland Street to provide needed repairs, part of National Rebuilding Day.

By Blake Kremer

Special to Tacoma Weekly

Rebuilding Together South Sound hosted volunteers to complete 26 major home repair and safety modification projects throughout the South Sound on National Rebuilding Day, April 28. On North Highland Street, one team worked on Creasie Jones’ home, providing a variety of work such as leveling a porch, repairing and repainting a bathroom, restoring landscaping and cleaning out an overcrowded garage, sorting most of the contents in to either a refuse bin or donation trailer. Much of the work focused on removing and replacing failing siding. “Most of us have been together for about 15 years,” said team volunteer coordinator Evan Boulanger, of

Patriot Fire Protection. The team gathers on National Rebuilding day and completes a large amount of work in a single day. For some of the team the event is a family affair. Joe Storm, a general contractor from Enumclaw, leads the work on the siding. His sister and brother-in-law Sarah and Sam Tower have been part of this team for years, as has his son Trevor. “My daughter would be here today, but she has a cross-country event,” he said. Creasie Jones watched the progress of the workers and contributed thoughts on what items in the garage should be donated or destroyed and enjoyed the ability to move around her garage now that most of the contents had been moved into the refuse bin. “I tried three times to refinance my home. I could not afford to pay for the repairs,” she said. She recently lost

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RAINIERS LOOKING TO CATCH SOME FIRE

PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS

(Top) The Stadium Tigers were in a mood to celebrate after junior defenseman Chase Kleeberger's (14) goal. It pushed the Tigers' lead to 3-0 over Mt. Tahoma with just 14 minutes remaining in the game. The lead would prove to be too much for the T-Birds, as Stadium claimed another Pierce County League championship. (Middle) The T-Birds controlled the pace of for most of the first half, but were unable to find the back of the net until late in the match. (Bottom) Stadium sophomore Braeden Pryor and Mt. Tahoma senior Felix Angel battle for the ball.

STADIUM CLAIMS SECOND PCL SOCCER CROWN

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he last week has been a bit of a test for the Tacoma Rainiers. The team hit the road for a short, five-game series against the Fresno Grizzlies with the top of the standings just 2.5 games away. Unfortunately for the Rainiers, the Grizzlies chose to play the part of poor hosts and dropped Tacoma in three of the five games, extending their lead in the Pacific Coast League’s Pacific Northern standings. While the Rainiers now trail the Grizzlies by 4.5 games, it’s certainly no time to start getting nervous. There’s still an entire summer ahead, filled with what is sure to be gorgeous days and nights at Cheney Stadium. However, it sure would be great if they didn’t continue this trend and let the Grizzlies get too much room ahead of them. After winning just four out of their last 10 games, the Rainiers have now been joined by Sacramento in second place. Both teams sit just below .500 at 12-13. The Rainiers began their Fresno road trip on Wednesday, April 25, with a resounding thud. Tacoma was shutout by the Grizzlies to the tune of 10-0 on a sweltering, 87-degree evening at Chukchansi Park. Tacoma knocked around seven hits on the night, but that was the extent of the Rainier excitement. Starter Max Povse had a rough four innings on the mound, giving up nine hits and seven earned runs before Tacoma skipper Pat Listach brought out the hook. The bleeding continued from the hill, as relief pitcher Ashton Goudeau quickly gave up three hits and three earned runs. Pitchers Ryan Garton, Shawn Armstrong and Mike Morin would blank the Grizzlies the rest of the way, but the damage had already been done. Tacoma came out strong the following night, pushing Fresno to the limit for nine innings. Unfortunately, it was that everything inning that was everything for the Grizzlies. With the score tied at 3-3 in the bottom of the eighth, two Fresno doubles put a run across the plate. Tacoma was u See RAINIERS / page A13

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UPCOMING TACOMA GAMES AT CHENEY STADIUM THURSDAY, MAY 17 - 7:05 P.M. VS. LAS VEGAS 51s FRIDAY, MAY 18 - 7:05 P.M. VS. LAS VEGAS 51s SATURDAY, MAY 19 - 5:05 P.M. VS. LAS VEGAS 51s SUNDAY, MAY 20 - 1:35 P.M. VS. LAS VEGAS 51s MONDAY, MAY 21 - 6:05 P.M. VS. EL PASO CHIHUAHUAS

The last time the Stadium Tigers boys soccer team laced up the sneakers and went to battle at Mt. Tahoma Stadium, things did not go according to plan. The undefeated Tigers, and their supporters, saw their season draw to a close in stunning fashion. Dreams of a state championship were dashed in the final minute of their first-round state matchup. Sometimes those games, as well as locations, can come back to haunt a team. Well, you can go ahead and remove that bit of superstition from this year’s version of Stadium soccer. The “Home of the T-Birds” could have gotten to their collective heads when Stadium paid a visit against the home standing Mt. Tahoma T-Birds on Friday, April 27. However, whatever residual power that remained in the stadium seemed to have no effect on the defending 3A Pierce County League champions. As a matter of fact, when Stadium left Mt. Tahoma Stadium that night, they walked as repeat champions. Following an impressive 4-1 victory over the surging T-Birds, the Tigers claimed their second-consecutive league title under the second-year leadership of head coach, and former Stadium great, Raphael Cox. In their previous meeting, Mt. Tahoma pushed the Tigers to the limit in their 1-0 loss at u See SOCCER / page A13

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Sportswatch TACOMA AREA PREP SCORES BOYS SOCCER WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 CLOVER PARK - 4, R. RIDGE - 2 SEA. CHRISTIAN - 4, ORTING - 2 TYEE - 3, RENTON - 1 VASHON - 11, CAS. CHRISTIAN - 0

SUMNER - 4, ROGERS - 1 GIG HARBOR - 3, NO. THURSTON - 2 PENINSULA - 3, SHELTON - 3 YELM - 2, TIMBERLINE - 1 CENT. KITSAP - 2, CAPITAL - 2 SEA. CHRIS. - 7, CASC. CHRIS. - 0

THURSDAY, APRIL 26 LINCOLN - 2, BONNEY LAKE - 2 LAKES - 2, SPANAWAY LAKE - 2 GIG HARBOR - 8, TIMBERLINE - 0 CENT. KITSAP - 2, PENINSULA - 0 NO. THURSTON - 2, CAPITAL - 0 SHELTON - 3, YELM - 1 CH. WRIGHT - 8, CAS. CHRISTIAN - 0

FASTPITCH WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 STADIUM - 21, LAKES - 0 ROGERS - 14, CURTIS - 7 SO. KITSAP - 1, BELLARMINE - 0 GIG HARBOR - 12, CAPITAL - 2 PENINSULA - 12, CENT. KITSAP - 0 YELM - 17, TIMBERLINE - 1 NO. THURSTON - 14, SHELTON - 3 LINDBERGH - 1, EVERGREEN - 0

FRIDAY, APRIL 27 STADIUM - 4, MT. TAHOMA - 1 WILSON - 1, BETHEL - 0 SUMNER - 5, BELLARMINE - 3 EMERALD RIDGE - 2, CURTIS - 1 FIFE - 3, EVERGREEN - 0 FRANKLIN PIERCE - 3, FOSTER - 0 WHITE RIVER - 4, FOSS - 3 WASHINGTON - 1, LINDBERGH - 0 HIGHLINE - 1, STEILACOOM - 0 CLOVER PARK - 4, R. RIDGE - 1 TYEE - 5, EATONVILLE - 2 RENTON - 2, ORTING - 0 VASHON - 4, CH. WRIGHT - 3 BELL. CHR. - 2, SEA. CHR. - 2 SATURDAY, APRIL 28 NO. KITSAP - 2, CENT. KITSAP - 1 MONDAY, APRIL 30 MT. TAHOMA - 3, LINCOLN - 1 STADIUM - 2, WILSON - 0 BONNEY LK - 3, SPANAWAY LK - 1 BETHEL - 4, LAKES - 1 FOSS - 1, LINDBERGH - 1 FR. PIERCE - 1, WASHINGTON - 0 FOSTER - 2, FIFE - 0 WHITE RIVER - 2, EVERGREEN - 0 CLOVER PARK - 2, STEILACOOM - 1 ORTING - 2, EATONVILLE - 0 RIVER RIDGE - 2, TYEE - 1 HIGHLINE - 3, RENTON - 0 VASHON - 3, BELL. CHRIST. - 1 TUESDAY, MAY 1 BELLARMINE - 3, GRAHAM-K - 1 PUYALLUP - 5, OLYMPIA - 0 EMERALD RIDGE - 0, SO. KITSAP - 0

THURSDAY, APRIL 26 STADIUM - 19, LINCOLN - 0 SPANAWAY LK - 8, MT. TAHOMA - 7 BETHEL - 16, LAKES - 7 BONNEY LAKE - 21, WILSON - 0 CENT. KITSAP - 13, NO. KITSAP - 8 FR. PIERCE - 19, EVERGREEN - 1 FIFE - 8, WHITE RIVER - 7 LINDBERGH - 33, FOSTER - 7 BELL. CHRIST. - 12, VASHON - 2 FRIDAY, APRIL 27 CURTIS - 22, GRAHAM-K - 9 YELM - 2, BONNEY LAKE - 0 GIG HARBOR - 13, TIMBERLINE - 1 NO. THURSTON - 3, PENINSULA - 2 YELM - 2, BONNEY LAKE - 0 SHELTON - 9, NO. KITSAP - 1 FRANKLIN PIERCE - 10, FOSS - 3 WHITE RIVER - 9, ORTING - 6 VASHON - 10, SULTAN - 2 BELL. CHRIS. - 10, SEA. CHRIS. - 0 SATURDAY, APRIL 28 KELSO - 4, STADIUM - 1 MONDAY, APRIL 30 FR. PIERCE - 8, MT. TAHOMA - 6 GIG HARBOR - 9, SHELTON - 4 PENINSULA - 15, TIMBERLINE - 3 YELM - 11, CENTRAL KITSAP - 1 FIFE - 10, WASHINGTON - 0 SELAH - 12, WHITE RIVER - 0 SELAH - 2, WHITE RIVER - 1 TUESDAY, MAY 1 BETHEL - 9, WILSON - 7

PUGET SOUND EDGES RIVAL PACIFIC LUTHERAN 11-10 AT CHENEY

Nick Ultsch hit a pinch-hit, two-run single in the eighth inning to lead the Puget Sound baseball team to an 11-10 victory over Pacific Lutheran at Cheney Stadium on Thursday, April 26. Andrew Matsueda shut the door on the Lutes in exciting fashion. With a runner on base and two outs in the top of the ninth, Northwest Conference Player of the Year Jacob Bockelie stepped to the plate. Matsueda needed just three pitches to strikeout Bockelie and end the game. There were seven lead changes in the game. The Loggers trailed, 2-0, after the first inning, but Puget Sound put three runs on the board in the bottom of the second. Tyler Brazelton drew a two-out walk, and he scored on a double by James Dejesus. Connor Dunn followed by ripping a triple to deep centerfield, and Jack Gries gave the Loggers a 3-2 lead with a RBI double. Pacific Lutheran took a 4-3 lead after three innings, but Puget Sound struck for three more runs in the bottom of the fifth. Mason Quinlan tied the score with a double that plated Gries, and Ryan Moyes’ sac fly allowed Jordan Hirae to score. Ricardo Barraza drove in the inning’s third run with a triple that allowed Quinlan to reach home.

SPANAWAY LK - 10, LAKES - 0 CURTIS - 8, SUMNER - 4 BELLARMINE - 8, OLYMPIA - 1 CENT. KITSAP - 12, CAPITAL - 1 FIFE - 1, EVERGREEN - 0 WASHINGTON - 13, LINDBERGH - 1 FR. PIERCE - 17, FOSTER - 6 WHITE RIVER - 6, FOSS - 2 STEILACOOM - 10, HIGHLINE - 2 R. RIDGE - 19, CLOVER PARK - 7 BASEBALL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 WILSON - 6, STADIUM - 2 MT. TAHOMA - 10, BETHEL - 3 BONNEY LAKE - 16, LAKES - 1 SPANAWAY LAKE - 12, LINCOLN - 0 BELLARMINE - 12, GRAHAM-K - X GIG HARBOR - 17, YELM - 8 PENINSULA - 8, SHELTON - 1 CENT. KITSAP - 1, TIMBERLINE - 0 CAPITAL - 11, NO. THURSTON - 1 FIFE - 15, FOSTER - 0 FIFE - 11, FOSTER - 0 LINDBERGH - 16, FOSS - 0 FR. PIERCE - 15, WASHINGTON - 5 WHITE RIVER - 1, EVERGREEN - 0 CH. WRIGHT - 7, SEA. CHRIS - 3 VASHON - 12, CASC. CHRIS. - 9 THURSDAY, APRIL 26 HENRY FOSS - 1, LINCOLN - 0 BONNEY LAKE - 3, FIFE - 2 GIG HARBOR - 12, CENT. KITSAP - 9 LINDBERGH - 15, FOSTER - 1 EVERGREEN LUTH. - 3, OCOSTA - 0 FRIDAY, APRIL 27 STADIUM - 12, LINCOLN - 2 BETHEL - 5, WILSON - 4 MT. TAHOMA - 12, LAKES - 2 BONNEY LK - 8, SPANAWAY LK - 0 PUYALLUP - 8, BELLARMINE - 0 SOUTH KITSAP - 5, CURTIS - 1 GIG HARBOR - 7, NO. THURSTON - 6 CENT. KITSAP - 8, YELM - 6 CAPITAL - 5, SHELTON - 4 TIMBERLINE - 14, PENINSULA - 3 FR. PIERCE - 9, CLOVER PARK - 6 JEFFERSON - 12, WASHINGTON - 4 LINDBERGH - 9, KENT MERIDIAN - 6 VASHON - 8, CASC. CHRIS. - 6 SEA. CHRIS. - 3, BELL. CHRIS. - 2 SO. BEND - 1, LIFE CHRISTIAN - 0 NW. CHRISTIAN - 15, CH. LESCHI - 1

SO. BEND - 1, LIFE CHRISTIAN - 0 SATURDAY, APRIL 28 ROOSEVELT - 15, STADIUM - 0 SO. KITSAP - 4, GIG HARBOR - 1 MONDAY, APRIL 30 WILSON - 12, BETHEL - 1 STADIUM - 11, LINCOLN - 0 LAKES - 15, MT. TAHOMA - 6 BONNEY LK - 9, SPANAWAY LK - 3 GIG HARBOR - 1, NO. THURSTON - 0 TIMBERLINE - 4, PENINSULA - 2 CENT. KITSAP - 3, YELM - 2 SHELTON - 8, CAPITAL - 3 WHITE RIVER - 9, EATONVILLE - 7 CH. WRIGHT - 13, CASC. CHRIS. - 1 CH. WRIGHT - 5, CASC. CHRIS. - 1 SEA. CHRIS. - 6, BELL. CHRIS. - 3 TUESDAY, MAY 1 BETHEL - 9, ORTING - 3 STEILACOOM - 12, LINDBERGH - 0 EATONVILLE - 10, FR. PIERCE - 9 FIFE - 10, RIVER RIDGE - 3 HIGHLINE - 6, WHITE RIVER - 1 LIFE CHRISTIAN - 18, NO. BEACH - 8 LIFE CHRISTIAN - 11, NO. BEACH - 7 OCOSTA - 25, CHIEF LESCHI - 0 OCOSTA - 16, CHIEF LESCHI - 0 TACOMA AREA COLLEGE SCORES BASEBALL THURSDAY, APRIL 26 PUGET SOUND - 11, PACIFIC LUTHERAN - 10 FRIDAY, APRIL 27 TACOMA CC - 11, GRAY’S HARBOR - 0 TACOMA CC - 14, GRAY’S HARBOR - 0 SATURDAY, APRIL 28 PACIFIC LUTHERAN - 8, LINFIELD - 6 PACIFIC (ORE.) - 10, PUGET SOUND - 7 TACOMA CC - 15, GRAY’S HARBOR - 8 TACOMA CC - 9, GRAY’S HARBOR - 0 LOWER COLUMBIA - 6, PIERCE - 5 PIERCE - 7, LOWER COLUMBIA - 2 SUNDAY, APRIL 29 PACIFIC LUTHERAN - 4, LINFIELD - 3 PACIFIC (ORE.) - 16, PUGET SOUND - 3 PUGET SOUND - 5, LINFIELD - 2 LOWER COLUMBIA - 4, PIERCE - 0 LOWER COLUMBIA - 6, PIERCE - 5

Webb said. This annual event is one of many community service projects the PLU Athletic Department participates in throughout the academic year, giving student-athletes from all 19 sport programs a chance to give back to the local community.

THURSDAY, MAY 3 - SOCCER Puyallup vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine Prep - 7:30 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 4 - FASTPITCH Olympia vs. Curtis Curtis HS - 4 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 4 – SOCCER South Kitsap vs. Curtis Curtis Viking Stadium – 7 p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 6 – SOCCER Sacramento vs. Sounders FC 2 Cheney Stadium – 1:30 p.m. TUESDAY, MAY 8 - FASTPITCH Stadium vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma HS - 4 p.m. TUESDAY, MAY 8 - FASTPITCH Bethel vs. Lincoln SERA Fields - 4 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 10 - FASTPITCH Mt. Tahoma vs. Wilson Wilson HS - 3:30 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 10 - FASTPITCH Lakes vs. Stadium Peck Fields - 6 p.m. SATURDAY, MAY 12 - SOCCER Reno 1868 FC vs. Sounders FC 2 Cheney Stadium - 5 p.m. TUESDAY, MAY 15 - FASTPITCH Steilacoom vs. Stadium Browns Point Field - 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 18 - BASEBALL Las Vegas vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 7:05 p.m. SATURDAY, MAY 19 - BASEBALL Las Vegas vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 5:05 p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 20 - BASEBALL Las Vegas vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 1:35 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 21 - BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 6:05 p.m.

The Pacific Lutheran University baseball team sent its seniors out in style on Sunday, downing Linfield College 4-3 at PLU Field to earn a sweep of the April 28 weekend, non-conference series. The PLU (25-17) scoring kicked off in the bottom of the third inning, with a single from Jacob Bockelie, the NWC Player of the Year. Marques Carlson then drew a walk, and a Max Cummings single drove in Bockelie and moved Carlson to third. Senior Leif Hansen came in to pinch run for Cummings. Tori Doten then hit a scorching double which scored Carlson. With these runs, the Lutes had tied things up with Linfield (22-18). In the bottom of the eighth, Wesley Nixon hit a leadoff triple, and consecutive walks to Stump and Vick loaded the bases. A Cantu single scored Nixon and Stump to take the lead for the first time in the game, putting the Lutes at their eventual winning score of 4-3. On the mound for the Lutes, Cole Johnson rocked 8 1/3 innings, boasting three strikeouts on the day and collecting the win before giving way for fellow senior Josh Takagi for the final two outs of the top of the ninth, giving Takagi the save. The Lutes said goodbye to seven seniors prior to Sunday’s game. Connor Cantu, Anthony Gosline, Leif Hansen, Cole Johnson, Adam Stump, Matt Vick, and Josh Takagi all took the field for their final game in a PLU uniform. The 2018 seniors accumulated a 111-64 record on the diamond, winning two Northwest Conference titles, one NWC Tournament title, and making two NCAA Division III Tournament appearances. The seniors additionally boasted a 68-28 record in NWC play. “This was a great group of young men,” said PLU head coach Nolan Soete. “They accomplished a lot on and off the field, and we will miss them a lot.” - by Sarah Cornell-Maier, PLU Sports

The Pacific Lutheran University men’s basketball team gave back to the community on Saturday, April 14, helping out at the Lakewood Community Center Youth Basketball Clinic. Eight Lutes volunteered at the clinic that included around 110 individuals. The pre-established relationship with the community center allowed for the team to continue the tradition of giving back at the clinic. “I love kids so it’s always fun to come out here each year to spend some time with them,” senior Zac Webb said. The Lutes on hand led the children in drills and individual instruction at the clinic that spanned nearly four hours. The kids the team worked with are young and just beginning to experience and understand the game and were able to learn more about the sport from the Lutes who also shared their passion for the game of basketball. “We get to share our love of the game [with them],”

THURSDAY, MAY 3 - FASTPITCH South Kitsap vs. Curtis Curtis HS - 4 p.m.

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PLU HOOPSTERS WORK WITH 110 KIDS AT LAKEWOOD CLINIC

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TUESDAY, MAY 22 - BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 6:05 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 - BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 11:35 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 23 - TRACK State Track and Field Meet Mt. Tahoma Stadium - 3:30 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 24 - BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 7:05 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 25 - TRACK State Track and Field Meet Mt. Tahoma Stadium - 9 a.m. SATURDAY, MAY 26 - TRACK State Track and Field Meet Mt. Tahoma Stadium - 9:30 a.m. SATURDAY, MAY 26 - BOYS SOCCER 1A State Championship Match Sunset Stadium, Sumner - 3 p.m. SATURDAY, MAY 26 - BOYS SOCCER 3A State Championship Match Sparks Stadium, Puyallup - 3 p.m. PHOTOS BY BLAKE KREMER

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The Seattle Seawolves dropped a close match to the Glendale Raptors by a score of 19-15 on Saturday, April 28, at Starfire Stadium in Tukwilla. It was the secondstraight sellout for the new franchise. The Seawolves dropped the hammer on the San Diego Legion by a score of 39-23 in their season-opener on Sunday, April 22. Seattle is one of seven teams in Major League Rugby, and the results so far have been quite positive. The fact that the Seawolves drew two sell-out crowds in their first two home games says quite a bit about the Puget Sound’s interest in the international sport. After a road match against New Orleans on Saturday, May 12, the Seawolves will return to Starfire on Sunday, May 20, for a 5:30 p.m. start. For tickets and more information, visit seattleseawolves.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 26 - BOYS SOCCER 2A State Championship Match Sunset Stadium, Sumner - 5 p.m. SATURDAY, MAY 26 - BOYS SOCCER 4A State Championship Match Sparks Stadium, Puyallup - 5 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 - BASEBALL Salt Lake vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 7:05 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 31 - BASEBALL Salt Lake vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium - 7:05 p.m.

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UPSET SPECIAL AT CAGESPORT 50

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Tristan Connelly pulled off one of the biggest upsets in CageSport's 10-year history, handing Joey Pierotti his first career defeat and capturing the interim CageSport lightweight championship belt in the process.

Connelly put away Pierotti 66 seconds into the fourth round by arm bar to triumph in the main event of CageSport 50 on Saturday, April 28, at the Emerald Queen Casino. Connelly, who fights out of Victoria, B.C., improved his record to 10-6 with the title victory, while Pierotti dropped to 8-1. Chris Stone defeated Patrick Benson in a highly-anticipated semi-main event, ending the battle of 156-pounders, two minutes, 47 seconds into the first round by triangle choke. Stone improved to 5-1 with the victory. Undefeated Terrace McKinney (4-0) beat a very-game Brandon Todd (5-2) in a 156-pound bout on the undercard, scoring a third-round victory (:43 seconds) by heel hook. Talon Hammons upped his record to 2-0 by defeating fellow 146-pounder Steven Southern (2-1) by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28). Philip Rowe (4-2) kicked off the card by making quick work of Cole Milani in the opening bout, winning the 176-pound contest by first-round TKO (41 seconds). Also on the undercard, Jessee Gengler defeated Dominique Smith by firstround guillotine choke (3:52) in a 171-pound bout. Tyrone Henderson knocked out Chris Vasil :33 seconds into the first round of their 146-pound contest and Ardany Mora put away J.D. Burns with an ankle lock in the second round (:48 seconds) in a 156-pound match up.

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Stadium on Friday, March 30. We circled the date of the rematch a long time ago, and for a solid half, the T-Birds were putting Stadium to the true test. If the Tigers were going to capture the league crown on Mt. Tahoma’s own turf, they were going to have to earn it. Stadium entered the match 10-0-1 in league play and needed a win or a draw over the T-Birds to take home the league trophy. Mt. Tahoma, in the midst of one of the school’s best seasons ever, could stay alive with a victory. From the opening whistle, you could tell that both squads knew just how high the stakes were in this contest. The Tigers entered the game having given up just seven goals in league play on the season, while putting 40 into the back of the nets. The Stadium offense hasn’t been able to keep up with last season’s record pace, but it’s shown itself to have it when, and where, it counts. After losing so many seniors to graduation last spring, the remarkable part of this team has been that stingy defense. The unit has been keeping them in every game by pitching shutouts, or giving up just a single goal. The offense has answered when needed, and now the team is a champion again. If the scoreboard didn’t matter, Mt. Tahoma owned the pace of play for nearly the entire first half. A bevy of scoring opportunities rolled out in front of the T-Birds, but the home team was unable to finish, time and time again. It looked as though the teams were

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Stadium senior defenseman Kendall Burks is the cornerstone of a Tigers’ defense that has yielded a mere eight goals on the season through 14 matches.

going to take a scoreless match into the locker rooms at halftime. However, Stadium began a late push that ramped up the pressure on the Mt. Tahoma goal. The Tigers hit the jackpot with just over three minutes remaining in the half off the foot of forward Jackson Snyder. The senior lofted a kick from about 25 yards out that flew above the fingertips of Mt. Tahoma’s sophomore goalkeeper Josiah Bowie. The match had a different pace at the start of the second half. Stadium had found its groove and the pressure on the

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unable to match it in their half of the ninth and fell 4-3. Starting pitcher Christian Bergman was denied his third win of the season after pitching five solid innings and scattering three Fresno runs. Tacoma’s fortunes turned around on Friday, April 27. Left fielder Cameron Perkins went 2-for-4 and drove in all three runs as the Rainiers grabbed a 3-1 victory. Starting pitcher Casey Lawrence pitched five solid innings, while giving up just one run on five Fresno hits. Erik Goeddel pitched a perfect ninth inning to earn his fourth save of the season. The Rainiers kept the ball rolling the following night. Fresno was unable to match Tacoma’s 10-hit output, falling by a score of 7-3. Three Grizzly fielding errors didn’t help matters for the home team. Designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach made his second appearance with Tacoma, since being sent down from the Seattle Mariners. The stout slugger belted a home run over the right-field fence

in the fifth inning to extend Tacoma’s lead to 4-0. Perkins belted his own solo shot in the top of the ninth inning to give Tacoma an insurance run. Starting pitcher Ariel Miranda gave up just three runs, while scattering five Fresno hits and fanning five batters. It was Miranda’s first win of the season. Armstrong took over on the mound in the eighth inning and shutout the Grizzlies over the final frames. It was the first save of the season for Armstrong as he struck-out three Fresno batters. The series concluded on Sunday, April 29, and Tacoma looked to be in a winning position as they sent Rob Whalen to the mound. Instead of earning his fourth win of the season, Whalen was blistered for six runs on 10 hits over his five innings of work. Four runs in the fifth inning sent Whalen to the dugout. Fresno would go on to win the series with an 11-5 win. Vogelbach would hit his second home run of the season in the fifth inning, while Zach Vincej followed it up with a grand slam. Hoping to spark some home cooking, Tacoma returned to Cheney Stadium on Monday, April 30, to face the Albuquerque Isotopes. A three-run fourth inning pushed the Isotopes to a 5-3 victory over the Tyler Street gang,

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Mt. Tahoma goal continued to climb. With 19 minutes left in regulation, senior defensive stud Kendall Burks launched a throw-in from 30 yards out. The ball descended into the middle of the goal box. Unfortunately, a Mt. Tahoma defenseman mistimed his jump and got just enough of the ball with his head to skip it up and over a leaping Bowie. Stadium’s 2-0 lead suddenly felt like a 10-0 advantage with the shift in momentum. It would take the Tigers just five minutes to add their third goal of the match.

Junior defenseman Chase Kleeberger was hovering around the far end of the Mt. Tahoma goal looking for a crossing pass. The ball made it through the T-Bird defense and right to the foot of Kleeberger, who made a quick adjustment and slapped the ball into the right side of the goal with a quick left foot. Mt. Tahoma was not going to be able to make up the difference in such a short amount of time. Both teams added another goal in the waning moments to make it 4-1. Following their championship victory, Stadium marched into their next match against the Wilson Rams with nothing to lose. Again, the Tigers brought their strong game, shutting out the Rams by a score of 2-0 on Monday, April 30. The Tigers now sit at 12-0-1 in league play and 12-1-2 overall. Stadium has now outscored the opposition 46 goals to just eight. Last season, the scheduling wizards sent the 3A PCL champions to Olympia to host their district match. In their great wisdom, they have done it again. Stadium will play on Saturday, May 12, at Ingersoll Stadium at 12 p.m. The winner of the match will head to state as the district’s second seed. The loser’s season is over. Mt. Tahoma didn’t let the loss phase them. The T-Birds hung a 3-1 loss on a strong Lincoln Abes squad on Monday, April 30. The T-Birds look to have locked-down the second seed from the league and will be hosting a district match on Saturday, May 12, at Harry Lang Stadium in Lakewood. The T-Birds (8-2-3, 10-2-3) will play Peninsula (7-3-3), thirdseed from the South Sound Conference at 2 p.m. The winner will head to state as the district’s fifth seed. The loser is out.

and Tacoma was now sitting at .500 again. Povse pitched a strong 6.2 innings, giving up three earned runs. However, the Tacoma bats hadn’t woken from their road trip. The Isotopes stung the Rainiers the following night and nearly pulled off a no-hitter. A lead-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning saved Tacoma’s bacon, but wasn’t enough in the 3-1 loss. Albuquerque looked to have the combined no-hitter in the bag, but center fielder Ian Miller slapped a single past the shortstop to deny the Isotopes their possible no-no. Tacoma hopes to get outfielder John Andreoli back in the mix soon. The right-handed slugger has been on the disabled list since April 22 and the Rainiers have missed his pop. Andreoli leads the Rainiers in hitting with a .346 batting average to go along with his two home runs and five doubles in just 13 games. Tacoma concludes their current four-game series with Albuquerque on Thursday, May 3, at 7:05 p.m. The Rainiers will then embark on a 12-game road trip to Reno, El Paso and Sacramento, before returning home for a four-game set against Las Vegas beginning on Thursday, May 17. Tacoma will then host El Paso for four games beginning on Monday, May 21.

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Tree Hugger’s Corner A guide for those who want to get out there and take action on behalf of the environment and social justice Saturday, May 5, 1:30-4 p.m. SOLIDARITY DAY AT NORTHWEST DETENTION CENTER Northwest Detention Center, 1623 E. J St., Tacoma Over the past few weeks, NWDC Resistance demonstrated the power of community support when Mele Morales, Norma Arevalo and Manuel Abrego had their deportation proceedings halted because the community rose up and said no to the deportation machine. Let’s keep building on that momentum. Join NWDC Resistance and the Coalition of AntiRacist Whites on May 5 outside the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma. NWDC Resistance will be holding this space to show our solidarity with those in detention, support for the

families visiting their loved ones and resistance to the immigration/prison system. Info: nwdcresistance.org or facebook.com/NWDCResistance/ Sunday, May 20, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. SOUTH SOUND GREEN TOUR Tacoma The South Sound Green Tour will guide attendees through sites all over Tacoma, so that you can get up close to the sites, and ask questions to the site hosts directly. You can visit the sites on your timeline, starting anywhere, and all for free. Tacoma’s tour stops will throw open their doors to offer hands-on guidance on ways you can incorporate some more sustainability actions in your life. Visit examples of sustainability all around Tacoma sites that are good for the people, planet and prosperity of those who live there. It’s time to get excited about the better building we’re doing today for a healthy Tacoma tomorrow.

Info: facebook.com/NWGreenHomeTour or nwgreenhometour.org Sunday, May 20, 2-5 p.m. STORM DRAIN MARKING DAY Citizens for a Healthy Bay, 535 Dock St., Ste. 213, Tacoma Help keep Tacoma’s waters clean by volunteering to glue storm drain markers to curbs with the “No Dumping, Drains to Puget Sound” message. The goal is to mark 200 storm drains in one afternoon. You can work on your own or team up with a few friends. Citizens for a Healthy Bay will provide everything you need (including a map of the neighborhood you’ll be marking in). Please sign up by e-mailing kcoble@healthybay.org by May 16. Note: If May 20 isn’t sunny, we will need to choose a different date. Signing up in advance is key so we can keep everyone updated. Info: healthybay.org or facebook.com/CitizensforaHealthyBay

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Vashon Island Studio Tour offers good reason to explore

ashon Island is so tantalizingly close, yet most Tacomans rarely venture there, even though it is an easy ferry ride across the Dalco Passage that separates the mainland from the island. The Vashon Island Studio Tour, a two-weekend event that runs May 5-6 and May 12-13, is a great excuse to hop aboard the Pt. Defiance ferry and head over to the island for a day of exploration. Experience art up close and personal when Vashon Island Visual Artists (VIVA) collectively throw open their studio doors to the public. Paintings, fine art prints, photography, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, mosaic, glass, mixed media and more are all on display and for sale during this two-weekend Vashon Island event. The Vashon Island Studio Tour, founded in the 1970’s by several dedicated artists, has grown to include more than 100 artists and now happens twice a year: the first two weekends in May and December. You can get a sneak preview on the Vashon Island Art Studio Tour Facebook page (fb.com/Vashon-Island-Art-StudioTour-175856173629/timeline/) and on the blog (vashonarttour.blogspot.com). Ferry schedules can be found at Washington state ferry website: wsdot.wa.gov/ ferries/ Brochures with maps and studio descriptions are available at most Vashon Island businesses, or you can print one out from vivartists.com/StudioTour/ Spring2018/assets/map/S2018Map.pdf. The self-guided tour runs May 5-6 and May 12-13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Galleries and studios of the tour: 1. Lisa Betz Art Mosaic art created with handmade ceramic flowers, found objects and vintage china. Relaxed bohemian flair leather and mixed metal jewelry. 2. Brian Fisher Studio Fisher explores myths about transformation and sacred place in his fine art prints, art cards and colorful steel art for your home and garden. 3. April Dalinis Pottery Functional stoneware pottery with flow and intention. Everyday mugs, colanders, spoon rests, and charming pieces incorporating wooden elements. 4. Zuzko Jewelry Delicately crafted sterling silver jewelry with emphasis on movement, natural gemstones and

ONE NATIVE MEDICINAL PLANTS AND WILD TEA Saturday, May 5, 11:15 a.m. Stewart Middle School, 5010 Pacific Ave., Tacoma Harvest Pierce County presents “Native Medicinal Plant and Wild Tea Foraging” as a part of the annual Spring Garden Summit. The workshop is taught by Melissa Meyer, a member of the Tsimshian Nation, Eagle clan from a northern fishing village in British Columbia, Canada called Lax kw’alaams or Island of Wild Roses. She is married and has two children and her family now lives in Tacoma. Meyer is an earth steward in service to ensuring the succession of our native plant heritage to future generations. She is community trained and hopes to pass on the knowledge to help heal, nurture and inspire folks with their medicinal local plants. Info: fb.com/events/440467963066354

TWO NIBBLE FOR KIBBLE PET FIESTA Saturday, May 5, 6 p.m. Freighthouse Square, 453 E. 25th St., Tacoma Puget Sound Pet Food Bank invites you to

everyday wearability.

5. Valerie Willson Studio Still life photos and an exciting new series of prints and paintings. 6. Cathy Sarkowsky and Iskra Johnson Innovative, colorful paintings and mixed media prints. 7. Reimnitz Studio One Family’s Art Vibrant watercolors, colorful monotypes and original art cards by Ilse. Oil paintings by Hartmut. Steel sculptures of Northwest wildlife by Gunter. 8. Dockton Pottery — Gale Lurie’s Studio Raku functional pottery, stained glass, photography, oil paintings, recycled yard art, sculpture, art tiles, and night lights. 9. Morgan Brig Studio Playful collage shadow boxes, formed copper and found objects and mixed media animals by Morgan. Luminous Island landscape watercolors by Ken Widmeyer. 10. Judd Creek Ranch Eric Nelson, minimalist hydrocal sculpture. Hans Nelson, woodcrafted furniture and sculpture. Connie Conroy, transparencies. Kari Rowe, foraged jewelry collection. 11. Liz Lewis Pottery and Friend Lively art to use and enjoy. Terracotta slipware decorated with sgraffito leaves and feathers. Festive painted pottery. Hot new raku pieces. 12. Koch Gallery Quartermaster Press Studio celebrates its 25th anniversary with a retrospective exhibition that includes the printed works of 31 past and present members. 13. Matsuda Farm Group Show Paintings, glass art, ceramics, jewelry and natural body products. 14. Quartermaster

the third annual Nibble for Kibble Dinner and Charity Auction, “Pet Fiesta.” All proceeds will help the Pet Food Bank further its mission to provide food for low-income, homeless and senior pet owners. PSPFB is a 501(c)3 corporation operating entirely on donations and staffed by a small group of dedicated volunteers, with no salaried staff. PSPFB strives to be a warm and welcoming place where everyone feels free to come for help and be greeted with love, respect, and genuine interest in their pets. Join the fun and attend the event. Individual tickets are $40 each, or $280 for a table for eight. Info: pugetsoundpetfoodbank.org

THREE AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS Saturday, May 5, 7:30 p.m. Broadway Center for the Performing Arts, 901 Broadway, Tacoma With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human

Press Studio New works on paper — etchings, monotypes, linocuts, woodcuts and calligraphy by member artists at the Beall Greenhouse Studio. 15. WabiSabi Studios Woodcut prints by Jean Echevarria. Handcarved concrete Jizo and folk art images by Alex Echevarria. New garden art and pavers. 16. Gather Vashon A gallery of fine and fun jewelry, art in all media. A dedicated, relaxing space to gather for conversation and reflection.

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Handbags and accessories from found materials. Hand-dyed silk Artisan made clothing.

24. Brian Brenno Blown Glass With our help, you can participate in blowing your own ornament. Children welcome. Blown glass gifts for the home and garden. 25. Empty Nest Studio Sheree: gemstone and beach glass jewelry. Tami: mosaic art. Margaret: quilt and glass yard art. David: metal yard art. 26. Jeffery Perry Jones Northwest watercolor and acrylics that spark your memories. Small unframed and framed art and cards available. Near north end ferry.

18. Valise Valise stands for Vashon artists linked in social engagement. Gallery is dedicated to presenting subjects and media that are daring, humorous, ironic and emergent. 19. Pam Ingalls at the Hardware Store Oil portraits of Island kids. Prints and cards of still lifes, interiors and landscapes. 20. Kristen Reitz — Green and Lyle Harris New oil paintings, mosaic and prints. Stunning woodworking by Lyle Harris. 21. Britt Freda Studio Contemporary acrylic and graphite paintings on panel with a conceptual focus on social and environmental issues and endangered species. 22. GRB Bells Gordon R. Barnett’s musical jewelry bells. Cast in sterling, bronze and gold, they are beautiful, wearable resonant miniatures. 23. Erin Schulz Studio Oil paintings in the classical style. New florals and still life paintings.

condition today. Sedaris is the author of “Barrel Fever” and “Holidays on Ice,” as well as collections of personal essays, “Naked,” “Me Talk Pretty One Day,” “Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim,” “When You Are Engulfed in Flames” and “Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls,” each of which became an immediate bestseller. Sedaris’ new book is a collection of his diaries, entitled “Theft by Finding Diaries (1977-2002)”. Info: broadwaycenter.org.

FOUR 253 SHORT FILM PARTY Friday, May 11 at 5:30-9:30 p.m. Urban Grace, The Downtown Church, 902 Market St., Tacoma

Enjoy 31 locally made short films at the

For more information, visit vivartists.com/StudioTour/ Spring2018/index.html.

annual 253 Short Film Party. Thirty-one filmmakers were given 72 hours to create a film lasting no more than two-hundred-and-fiftythree seconds (a nod to Tacoma’s area code), and you can watch them all at a party with a photo booth, audience voting and locally made pizza and drinks for purchase. Support local creatives at the premiere party for their raceagainst-the-clock projects. Info: fb.com/events/197685025924 4405/

FIVE THOUSAND FACES OF CHINESE OPERA Sunday May 13, 7:20 p.m. Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway, Tacoma For the first time in history, the top artists of Chinese opera are gathering in Tacoma to perform the best Chinese traditional operas, including the mysterious face changing and exciting spit fire stunts from the origin of Sichuan opera. The events will be hosted by Mr. Zhao Baole, the preeminent host of China National CCTV. Info: broadwaycenter.org.

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ART NEWS ROUNDUP

Tacoma Artists Collective seeks to revitalize 100th Monkey gatherings By Dave R. Davison

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There was a time when the 100th Monkey gatherings were a big deal in the Tacoma arts community. Maybe they’re on the way to a revival. They were held at frequent intervals and a given Tacoma artist was named as “the next monkey” and would have to produce a monkey “tile” to sell at the next event. I’m sure that that there are folks out there with a nice little collection of these mementos. Tacoma art’s elder statesman Lynn Di Nino instituted the gatherings shortly after she moved to Tacoma from Seattle when the dot-com bubble, at the end of the 1990s, was pricing many artists out of Seattle. Initially, the monkey parties were well attended and resulted in a positive fermentation that helped produce arts events like the Urban Arts Fest, Art Under the Trees and the Glass Roots Festival. Eventually, the gatherings seemed to get so big and unwieldy (and the alcohol seemed to flow maybe too freely) that groups of artists began to cluster into cliques which did not seem to communicate with one another. The gatherings always took place at a different location like Old City Hall, The Working Waterfront Museum (now the Foss Waterway Seaport), The Pantages Theater, Theatre on the Square, The Speakeasy, Tacoma Art Museum and Freighthouse Square. Scheduling for the Monkey parties became sporadic, but they continued to surface from time to time under the aegis of the Tacoma Arts Group (now defunct). Now a new group, the Tacoma Artists Collective, is bringing the 100th Monkey gatherings back to being a regular event, albeit just twice a year, once in the Spring and once in the

fall. The spring gathering takes place Friday, May 11, 8 p.m. at 1120 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. According to the group: “100th monkey has been a Tacoma artistic event for years and while it has been in stasis in recent times, its resurgence has been slowing but surely brooding. The human aspect of creation has been within us all since the dawn of our existence and will be with us far into the future. Traditionally 100th monkey has been a celebration of an individual artist surrounded by festivities and chatter. This concept will remain intact, but to it we will add purpose to the event. A thought. A concept. A topic that transcends human differences. Things that affect us all and that we all can relate to. The theme will change with each event, but always address human issues.” The theme selected for the May 11 event is “the human condition.” At the event, guests can expect to encounter a collection of artistic works that ask and answer the question “What does it mean to be human.” Our own individual interpretation of our world defines how we react to it. Come experience visual artwork, live audio performances and moving poetry. In keeping with tradition, an artist is still selected to make 100 small works of art, but they are now given away on a first come first serve basis. The Tacoma Artists Collective is a group of active local artists based in Tacoma, who are dedicated to extending and enriching the reach of the arts within the city. For more on the 100th Monkey gathering visit www.facebook.com/ Tacoma100thMonkey. For more on the Tacoma Artists Collective visit www.tacomaartistscollective.com.

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The Tacoma Artists’s Collective is set to revive the 100th Monkey art gatherings that once brought vitality to Tacoma’s arts community.

COME ENJOY THE JUICE OF JESTING AT COMEDY NIGHT IN PUYALLUP By Dave R. Davison

‘ART SLAM SLIDE’ POISED TO HIGHLIGHT LOCAL ARTISTS MAY 10

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Cloneapalooza, an outfit under the leadership of Chris Aldridge that coordinates and books events including comedy and live music, has assembled an evening of standup comedy set at Cheers in Puyallup (4110 S. Meridian). The jocularity happens May 6 at 8 p.m. The evening of high humor will feature headliner Tyler Smith, who is famous as the creator of The Dope Show.” Smith is a Seattle-based comedian whose clever humor is gaining attention in the Northwest. He is known for his stoner wit, cracking jokes about taboo subjects not just to get a rise out of the audience, but to show people how humor can be found in the darkest of topics. The show features Narin Vann. Cambodian-American Vann has been on television in the U.S. and Canada. Vann likes to make fun of his friends, family and popular culture. Along with being a comedian Vann is also an ordained minister who has officiated at many weddings. The night’s lineup includes a bevy of local comedians who are sure to get your sense of humor itching: Jason Stewart, Richie Aflleje and Rachel Laurendeau. Stewart is unapologetic in his delivery of stand up. hailing from Auburn he has developed a following as of late with his brash humor and hard hitting topics. If you like your comedy indusrial strength, Stewart is there to offend and to please. Aflleje, the son of a father from Guam and a Mexican mother who was raised in Germany, practices a self-deprecating humor. From his unique vantage, he is able to critique American cultural stereotypes with keen observations. Using firsthand accounts, Aflleje has a unique ability to make light of precarious situations. Laurendeau, a self-described

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Art Slam Slide, at Alma Mater, will feature all manner of art and performance on May 10.

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Tyler Smith will headline at Cloneapalooza’s Comedy Night, an evening of stand up comedy at Cheers in Puyallup on May 6.

“poor person,” makes fun of class differences with detailed and insightful vignettes. She is most known for her jokes about the silly things kids do, her awkward interactions, and the never-ending struggles of being a young professional woman with a negative bank account balance. People who go to the Facebook event page, prior to the day of the show, and simply click “going” will be added to the list for free. Otherwise tickets cost $10 at the door. Capacity is limited to 130. Here is the event link: www.facebook.com/ events/546423669053442/?ti=cl You must be at least 21 years old to attend.

In addition to the comedy nights, Cloneapalooza also hosts musical shows at the Tipsy Tomato and The Safe House in Tacoma. At the end of each summer, Cloneapalooza puts on a gigantic weed-friendly music festival/campout. This year, the festival will take place in Randle, Wash. at Cascade Peaks campground, Sept 7-9. It will feature many of the comedians and musicians in the comedy and music series. For more on the festival visit www.facebook.com/ events/1999446413641787/?ti=cl For information on Cloneapalooza, visit www.facebook. com/CloneAPalooza.

On May 10 at 6 p.m., the 2018 “Art Slam Slide” will take place at Alma Mater, an enormous and beautiful new art center in Tacoma, located at 1322 Fawcett Ave. The event will take place on Alma Mater’s main stage, Fawcett Hall, a 500-person capacity performance venue. Twenty regional artists, focused on socially engaged arts, will get two minutes each to present their work in a whirlwind, high-energy event of inspiring ideas, beautiful visuals, and powerful voices. This is the kickoff event for “Arts Bridging Communities” happening May 10, 11 and 12 at or near the UWT campus. This is a free, creative community-building event meant to foster engagement through the arts, that is open to the public. There will be art workshops, performances, visual arts, and networking for everyone including students and families. For more info on all the events happening at Arts Bridging Communities, please visit: www. facebook.com/artsbridgingcommunities. For more on the Art Slam Slide, visit www. facebook.com/events/2115854875360753.

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THE ARTIST AT WORK Culture Corner A VISIT TO THE STUDIO OF WILLIAM TURNER

A GUIDE TO CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS OF TACOMA Upcoming events in community theater: “Clybourne Park”

Broadway Center’s Studio 3, 901 Broadway, Tacoma May 4, 5, 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., and May 6 at 3 p.m. Info: BroadwayCenter.org Winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and the Tony Award for Best Play in 2009, “Clybourne Park” by Bruce Norris imagines the circumstances immediately (1959), and 50 years after (2009) the ending of Lorraine Hansberry’s groundbreaking “A Raisin in the Sun,” New York Drama Circle’s Best Play of 1959.

“Rogers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella”

Vashon Center for the Arts, 19600 Vashon Hwy. SW, Vashon May 4 and 5 at 7 p.m., May 6 2 p.m. Info: vashoncenterforthearts.org “Rogers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella” is a timeless fairy tale reborn brought to the Kay White stage by VCA’s talented student cast. Tickets: $6 student, $10 VCA member, $12 senior, $14 general.

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

Spanaway Lake High School, 1305 168th St. E., Spanaway May 4 through May 13 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m. Info: www.facebook.com/events/291435214726680/ An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives. Tickets are $7 with ASB and $10 for all others. Tickets may be purchased in person at the auditorium.

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Life Christian Academy, 1717 S. Union Ave., Tacoma May 5, noon Info: www.facebook.com/events/582993515404639/ Mistaken identity, confusion in the forest, complicated love stories, and someone getting transformed into an animal – just a bit of the fun to enjoy in this classic tale from Shakespeare. PHOTOS BY DAVE R. DAVISON

Tacoma painter William Turner stands with some of his recently completed compositions. The works will be shipped to an art show in Idaho.

By Dave R. Davison

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Tacoma artist William Turner recently invited me to his studio to shoot the breeze and to have a look at a set of paintings that he recently completed. The Turner studio is housed in an old brick building along Center Street, in Tacoma’s Nalley Valley. As far as artists’ work spaces go, Turner has a relatively luxurious space in which to practice his magic. There is ample storage for his treasure trove of large paintings. The entry area functions as an impromptu gallery or show area that comes complete with an ornate old piano that is used to display some of his art. Great art – mostly Turner’s own work – decorates the walls. There is a nice work room with windows that overlook the tracks where the Sounder commuter trains pass (Turner noted that he can use the passage of the trains to tell time.) Here, the artist can go hog wild with his paints. It was also here that I encountered the new works that the painter had invited me to come and see. Turner has been on a tear, having completed the set of more than a dozen canvases since February this year. They are destined for a gallery in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, which commissioned Turner to supply art for a new show. The gallery informed Turner that they did not want large canvases (most of his existing work is on a large scale) and so he had to kick his productivity into overdrive and create a body of new work to meet the gallery’s requirements. The current paintings are semi-abstract landscapes viewed from above. They con-

sist of a patchwork of fields, sky, streams and hills. Turner has a remarkable ability to strike a balance between abstract and representational art. Using swatches of bright color, Turner coats the canvases with a blend of geometric and organic zones. A little evergreen tree, made of smudges of murky green paint, makes a recurrent appearance like a character that keeps showing up in the chapters of some enigmatic story. During the course of our conversation, Turner discussed his love of Velazquez’s great painting “Las Meninas.” He had a mystical experience while viewing the piece in Madrid, Spain. Turner showed a variation on “Las Meninas” that he painted a while back. He also showed me a work of abstract expressionism done in the 1970s not long after Turner graduated from University of Washington. It was there, at UW, that Turner was a student of Jacob Lawrence and Michael Spafford. Turner noted that the abstract painting is bequeathed to the Museum of Northwest Art in La Conner, Wash. Turner presides over a long career that has passed through a number of phases, from the abstract expressionism of the 1970s to figurative work in the 1980s to the jazzy blending and blurring of the line between the two that he practices now. It is always an inspiration to visit the creative lair where an artist practices his or her power of conjuring visions for everyone to see. Turner has pulled off the impressive feat of having cultivated a long-term, fruitful relationship with his muse. You can learn more about turner and view his work at williamturnerart.com.

A scene from the studio: Turner keeps a piano in his art studio. It is currently used to display some of Turner’s life drawings.

“Bent”

The Changing Scene Theatre Northwest, performed at The Dukesbay Theater, 508 6th Ave. Ste 10, Tacoma May 11 through May 26, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., May 20, 6 p.m. Info: changingscenenorthwest.org The Changing Scene Theatre Northwest proudly presents Martin Sherman’s “Bent,” which begins in 1934 in Berlin and centers around a playboy, Max, and his unassuming boyfriend, Rudy. After a tryst with a German officer, Max and Rudy are on the run for two years, trying to leave Germany for freedom from persecution for being gay. Advance tickets: $18 adults, $15 senior/students/military. $20 at the door. (Limited seating. Advance purchase recommended.) Get tickets at bent2018. brownpapertickets.com

“Grease”

Columbia Junior High School, 2901 54th Ave. E., Tacoma May 11 through May 19, Fridays 7 p.m., Saturdays 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Info: www.facebook.com/fhsdramadepartment/ Fife High School presents this hugely entertaining story of the T-Birds and Pink Ladies set in the 1950s with phenomenal music you know and love like “Summer Nights” and “Beauty School Drop Out.” Tickets are $8 at the door.

“A Condo to Kill For”

The Social Bar and Grill, 1715 Dock St., Tacoma May 17, 7:30 p.m. Info: www.tacomalittletheatre.com Tacoma Little Theatre continues its partnership with The Social Bar and Grill to present a murder mystery dinner experience, “A Condo to Kill For,” directed by Karen Christensen. Tickets are $50 per person (includes dinner and show) and may be purchased online at the website, or by calling the TLT box office at (253) 272-2281.

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TACOMA CONCERT BAND BIDS FAREWELL TO FOUNDER ROBERT MUSSER

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Tacoma trumpet guru Morris Northcutt dazzles the audience with a cornet solo during the April 28 concert in which the Tacoma Concert Band bid farewell to founder

By Dave R. Davison

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On Saturday, April 28, the audience in the palatial interior of Tacoma’s Pantages Theater was treated to a scintillating endof-the-season spectacular by the Tacoma Concert Band. The show marked the end of an era as TCB’s founder, music director and conductor of 38 years, Robert Musser, will be retiring from the band after this season. This is a second retirement for Musser, who retired from University of Puget Sound after a 34-year career as director of bands, professor of oboe and saxophone and chairman of winds and percussion. During the concert, Musser introduced each piece of music with discussion of the work and anecdotes about the band. He noted that many of his former students are now members of TCB. Five members have been with the band since its beginning in 1981. Others have been with the band for more than 20 years. Musser stated that his idea for starting the band was to gather some of the finest musicians in the south sound region and give them an outlet to play and perform. He began to call people that he knew and they all said “yes” to the idea. The band kicked off with a bang and has been going strong ever since, having gained a reputation as one of the finest musical groups in the region. At the very beginning of the show, and after the intermission, the trumpet players pulled off an affectionate insurrection by standing up and playing surprise fanfares in honor of their departing leader. The concert started off with a John Philip Sousa composition, the “George Washington Bicentennial March,” which

the band had started with 38 years ago at their very first concert. Much of the concert was a trip down memory lane, a visitation of favorite moments from TCB’s past. Clarinet soloist Lawrence Bradley performed Carl Maria von Weber’s “Concertino” and, later, trumpet wizard Morris Northcutt played a creamy cornet solo in Philip Sparke’s “Song and Dance.” The band played the world premiere of Joseph Turrin’s “Pacific Crest Overture,” a composition commissioned specifically for TCB. The band has commissioned a number of composers to write music for them through the years. During a playing of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Memory,” from the musical “Cats,” there was a slide show of images of Musser and the band through the decades. The show ended with a rousing rendition of John Williams’ “Star Wars” theme. Following that – in response to standing ovations – the band played two encores: Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever,” and “Auld Lang Syne.” While the April 28 concert marked the end of TCB’s 2017-18 season, it is not quite the end. TCB will perform a free “Bon Voyage Concert” at Clover Park High School Auditorium at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 24. After that, the band will travel to Scotland and Ireland for a 12-day tour of performances. After Musser’s departure, Gerard Morris will take over the helm and the band will continue the next phase of its history. Then Musser will be truly retired. He stated that he and his wife would like to spend some time traveling. For more on Tacoma Concert Band visit www.tacomaconcertband.org.

SYMPHONY TACOMA TO WELCOME OPERA STAR FOR SEASON FINALE

Kelly Cae Hogan, an operatic soprano with the Metropolitan Opera in New York, will grace the Pantages Theater stage in a spectacular program featuring the soaring melodies and lush orchestration of Richard Wagner, from “Die Meistersinger” to “Die Walküre.” The acclaimed Symphony Tacoma Voices will thrill with Francis Poulenc’s sparkling, extroverted 1959 “Gloria.” A native of Iowa, Hogan was a winner of the American Opera Auditions and a New York winner of the MacAllister Awards. As a winner of the Liederkranz competition she sang a debut concert in Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center. She and her husband (composer, teacher and musicologist Joel Weiss) have homes in Manhattan and Lexington, S. C. where they share a private music studio. Hogan has also served on the voice faculty at Indiana University. Having recently made her London debut as Brünnhilde, Hogan is attracting international attention for her dramatic portrayals in Wagner, Strauss, Verdi and Puccini. Hogan sang Brünnhilde in Wagner’s Ring Cycle (“Der Ring des Nibelungen”) for Opera North at the Royal Festival Hall in London, as well as on tour in several other UK cities. At the Metropolitan Opera in New York, Hogan recently sang in “Lady Macbeth” and in the Patrice Chéreau staging of “From the House of the Dead.” She has appeared regularly at The Met as Gerhilde in “Die Walküre,” and can be seen in the Grammy Award-winning performance released on DVD and Blu-ray. Hogan has been seen as Salome, one of her favorite roles, internationally in Japan (on tour with Polish National Opera) and in Bremen, Germany, as well as with several U.S. companies including Florentine Opera, Opera Company of North Carolina, Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Virginia Opera and Portland Opera. With Symphony Tacoma, the Wagner works to be performed by Hogan are “Overture to Die Meistersinger,” “Prelude and Liebestod” from Tristan and Isolde and the iconic “Ride of the Valkyries.” Symphony Tacoma Voices will join in the performance of Poulenc’s “Gloria.” The performance takes place Saturday, May 12 at 7:30 p.m. For information and tickets visit symphonytacoma.org 2018-2019 Season Preview Symphony Tacoma has announced its series of concerts for the 2018-19 season: Barber and Tchaikovsky Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m. Rialto Theater Stephanie Berg: “Ravish and Mayhem,” Samuel Barber: “Violin Concerto,” Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: “Symphony No. 5.” Featuring violinist Jennifer Frautschi.

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Symphony Fantastique Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m., Pantages Theater Emmanuel Chabrier: “Espana,” Sergei Prokofiev: “Piano Concerto No. 2,” Hector Berlioz: “Symphony Fantastique.” Featuring pianist Henry Kramer. Sounds of the Season Dec. 2, 2:30 p.m., Pantages Theater Symphony Tacoma’s annual collage of seasonal delights for the whole family, featuring Christmas classics and choral masterpieces. Geoffrey Boers as guest conductor. Messiah Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., St. Charles Borromeo The talented vocalists of Symphony Tacoma Voices and the orchestra perform George Frideric Handel’s beloved holiday classic. Sarah Ioannides conductor. Beyond the Silk Road Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m., Pantages Theater Daniel Ott: “Fire-Mountain (reprise),” Dinuk Wijeratne: “Tabla Concerto,” Rimsky Korsakov: “Scheherezade.” Sandeep Das on tabla. Stravinsky and Mozart March 23, 7:30 p.m., Pantages Theater Karel Butz: “Rainier Sunrise,” Igor Stravinsky: “Pulcinella Suite,” Richard Wagner: “Siegfried Idyll,” Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: “Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola.” Featuring Svend Ronning on violin and Thane Lewis on viola. Saxophone Fusion April 20, 7:30 p.m., Pantages Theater Fanny Mendelssohn: “Overture in C,” Francis Poulenc: “Sinfonietta,” Roberto Sierra: “Caribbean Rhapsody,” Darius Milhaud: “La Creation du Monde (with multimedia).” Featuring James Carter on saxophone. Ode to Joy May 11, 7:30 p.m., Pantages Theater World premiere TBD, Ludwig van Beethoven: “Symphony No. 9 Choral.” Featuring Symphony Tacoma Voices.

Tacoma Refugee Choir presents ‘Refugee Stories’ concert May 12 Tacoma Refugee Choir invites you to join in an evening of music and storytelling grounded in themes of hope, heroism and compassion amidst adversity. “Refugee Stories” will feature Tacoma Refugee Choir in collaboration with local artists as they explore songs and stories surrounding refugee experiences and celebrate the invaluable contributions of refugees in the Tacoma community. This reflective, multimedia concert will be hosted at Stewart Middle School (5010 Pacific Ave., Tacoma) on Saturday, May 12 at 7 p.m. Admission is free

BRING IT TO BARB

Answering your questions on mental health, relationships and life issues

By Barb Rock DEAR BARB, I am always dealing with problems. I seem to always run out of time or I lose momentum. I can’t even be self-sufficient. It is hard to not be discouraged. Am I depressed? Could this be the way everybody feels? Signed, Unsatisfied DEAR UNSATISFIED, When a basic need is lacking, time, energy or money, you should actually

consider yourself fortunate and blessed and here is why. When you begin a day with inadequate resources, it forces you to concentrate on your efforts at the present moment, that’s intentional. Awareness of your inadequacies trains you and develops you. This purposeful living is where we are actually meant to be. The reality is that concentrating on too many issues or inadequacies at once can be the real problem. This zoning in on only one problem keeps it clear and concise and prominent in your brain. Write down how you feel or talk to God about the problem or investigate it by way of the Internet or make a phone call but please move forward on only one problem. Force your brain to ignore the other issues plaguing you. The brain is controllable. Curiously, we seem to be hardwired to worry – perhaps an artifact of old memories carried over from ancestral times when there were countless threats to our survival. But here’s the problem: the brain barely responds to our positive words and thoughts. The brain doesn’t need to respond as rapidly to posi-

at the door and seating will be on a first-come basis. There will be a brief talkback after the event. After hosting two successful community sing-along events, Tacoma Refugee Choir plans to delve deeper into conversations about experiences our refugee community members encounter, including accounts of courage and resilience in meeting those experiences. The program will include several original pieces composed by refugees within the ensemble, original poetry and stories by refugee community members, music by guest

tive thoughts as it does to negative thoughts and words because it lacks a threat to survival. Because the brain is biased for negativity, we must repetitively and consciously generate as many positive thoughts as we can. So, it is a helpful thing to avoid fearprovoking words – like poverty, illness, and death which stimulate the brain in negative ways. And even if these fearful thoughts are not true, other parts of your brain (like the thalamus and amygdala) react to negative fantasies as though they were actual threats occurring. You need to generate at least three positive thoughts and feelings for each expression of negativity. The truth is that self-sufficiency is a myth that is perpetuated by temporary success and arrogance. Your health and your wealth can disappear in an instant, as can life itself. Rejoice in your inadequacies and insufficiency knowing it gives you purpose. We can’t all be kings or queen, even if we think we would be a magnificent one. Nobody lacks problems, they are just different problems.

artist Anthony Cole and artwork by Jonathan Hanks. Tacoma Refugee Choir is a nonprofit music ensemble committed to the mission of building a more welcoming community through song. By creating opportunities for people to come together through music, TRC strives to create a welcoming, supportive network of refugees, immigrants and allies in the Tacoma and surrounding communities. For more information, visit TRC’s website at www.refugeechoir.org.

It doesn’t even matter if your positive thoughts are irrational; they’ll still enhance your sense of happiness, wellbeing, and life satisfaction. In fact, positive thinking can help anyone to build a better and more optimistic attitude toward life. Positive words and thoughts propel the motivational centers of the brain into action and they help us build resilience when we are faced with life’s problems. According to Sonja Lyubomirsky, one of the world’s leading researchers on happiness: “if you want to develop lifelong satisfaction, you should regularly engage in positive thinking about yourself, share your happiest events with others, and savor every positive experience in your life.” I think that is good advice.

Do you have a question? Barb Rock is a mental health counselor answering questions related to mental health, relationships or life issues and the published author of “Run Your Own Race, Happiness after 50.” Send your questions to BarbRockrocks@yahoo.com. If your anonymous question is published, you’ll receive a complimentary copy of her book.

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REUNION BEATLES FANTASY TRIBUTE REIMAGINES THE GREATEST CONCERT THAT NEVER WAS GROUP PERFORMS 8 P.M., WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 AT JAZZBONES

TW PICK OF THE WEEK: THE SONGWRITER SHOWCASE features original student work and performances during Tacoma Art Museum’s Free Neighborhood Night (bit.ly/TAMneighbornights). This Showcase will serve as a culminating performance for students at Tacoma School of the PHOTO COURTESY OF TAM Arts who are just finishing their second year of songwriting coursework. This event is free. All are welcome to attend. The event takes place Thursday, May 10 at 6-7:30 p.m. at Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. For more information, visit www.facebook. com/TacomaArtMuseum

Friday, May 4 BLEU NOTE LOUNGE: Maureese Itson (jazz) 7 p.m. ALEGRE BAKERY AND GELATO: Wonder (singer/songwriter) 7 p.m. DUNAGAN BREWING: The Burren Band (Celtic

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The Reunion Beatles are (clockwise) Terry Carleton (“Ringo”), Adam Joel (“Paul”), Nick Bold (“George”), and Drew Harrison (“John”).

By Andrew Fickes

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When John Lennon, the de facto leader of The Beatles and counterculture icon, peace activist of the 1960s and 1970s, was assassinated outside his Dakota apartment in New York City, Dec. 8, 1980, hundreds of thousands of fans mourned his passing—knowing in their hearts that a Beatles reunion was no longer possible. Subsequently, Beatles lead guitarist George Harrison, known as the spiritual and quiet Beatle, would later succumb to lung cancer on November 29, 2001. Although he passed of natural causes, his death was equally heartbreaking for Beatles followers. Harrison and Lennon are survived by the two remaining Beatles: Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. The hope now for any legitimate reunion is forever lost, but is it? Wayne Coy, president of Got Live Entertainment, based in the Bay Area, says no. In 2010, Coy formed The Reunion Beatles Fantasy Tribute—a critically acclaimed national and international touring band that makes Beatles fans’ hopes and dreams of a reunion concert a reality. The group’s latest tour is making a one-stop appearance in Tacoma at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9, at Jazzbones (2803 6th Avenue). Doors open at 7 p.m. Show is 21 and over, and tickets range from $20-$25, available at ticketfly.com. Concertgoers will be treated to a range of hit songs from the Beatles’ beloved 1960s catalogue on up to the solo hits of each of the respective artists. “This is not a tribute band in the sense of car-

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icature,” said Drew Harrison, a Bay Area guitarist who has portrayed Lennon and has told his stories for well over a decade. “It’s not us wearing costumes. There is a genuine fondness for the parts we play.” For example, Harrison said the guitarist, Nick Bold, who portrays Harrison (no relation to Drew) hails from Manchester and embodies the same cheeky mannerisms and gentlemanly qualities of George. “He is a great guitar player, and sounds just like him,” Harrison said of his bandmate. Though Harrison admits to a sprinkling of banter and laughter among the four of them on stage, the primary focus of the evening goes to the heart of the music—these songs that matter so much and that, collectively, have become an indelible soundtrack for a generation. “It’s a lot about the music and having a great time,” said Harrison. “The songs hold themselves. There is a lot of singing, and a lot of dancing.” Harrison said that what is noticeably different from the Reunion Beatles group when compared to the other dozen or more

traditional Beatles tribute bands is the portrayal of George as a formidable artist and songwriter. “It’s nice to see George portrayed as an equal to Lennon and McCartney,” Harrison said. “Everyone loves him for it. He is not standing back on stage.” As history would prove, Harrison’s solo debut “All Things Must Pass,” released in 1970, is still widely acclaimed as the most popular and well-respected of the former Beatles’ solo albums. In January of 2014, it was entered into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Harrison said that what is the most gratifying part of the evening is connecting with the fans during the meet-and-greet forum that follows the performance. “We engage the crowd to join us and go down this journey of living this dream,” Harrison said. “The meet and greets are very special. (The fans) are over the moon.” As Lennon’s high-trapeze Sgt. Pepper’s circus ditty “Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!” declared, “A splendid time is guaranteed for all,” the same will be true at Jazzbones on May 9. “Roll up to the Magical Mystery Tour. Step right this way.”

invasion) 7 p.m. EMERALD QUEEN BRIDGE NIGHTCLUB: Groove City (dance tunes), 9 p.m. KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: The Spazmatics (spaz rock) 9 p.m. LOUIE G’S: Jar of Flies, Washed in Black, Outshined, Stargazer (rock tribute) 8 p.m., AA PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST CONCERT HALL: Music for Flute and Harp Ensembles (classical music) 3 p.m., NC PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST CONCERT HALL: Guitar Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble (classical music) 5 p.m., NC REAL ART TACOMA: Oceans are Zeroes, Timothy Robert, Graham, Black Ocean Temple (rock) 7 p.m. THE SAFE HOUSE: The Fibs, The Know Nothingz, Citizen Z (punk) 6:30 p.m., AA THE SWISS: Crossing Crusades, Limberlost, Waking Things, Hundred Loud (metal) 9 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Amir K (comedy) 8 p.m., 10:30 p.m. TACOMA DOME: Shania Twain (country rock) 7:30 p.m. THE VALLEY: Ancestors of God, Pinned Red, Sharky Waters (rock) 9 p.m.

Saturday, May 5

DUNAGAN BREWING: The Burren Band (Celtic invasion) 7 p.m. BLEU NOTE LOUNGE: J Charles and Solstarr (soul) 10 p.m., $15-$20 EMERALD QUEEN BRIDGE NIGHTCLUB: Groove City (dance tunes), 9 p.m. JAZZBONES: Hell’s Belles (female AC/DC tribute) 9 p.m. KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Hysteria, The Infinity Project (rock) 8 p.m., AA PROCTOR FARMERS’ MARKET: Clover Creek (folk) noon ROCK THE DOCK: Loose Gravel and New Roads (rock) 8 p.m. THE SAFE HOUSE: Suburban Vermin, The Death Tax, Bath Toys, Stop Don’t Stop (punk) 6 p.m., AA 2nd CYCLE: CJ Boyd, Clash Vailian, Fang Chia (experimental) 7 p.m. THE SPAR: Raucous (rock) 8 p.m. STONEGATE: Hairball Fundraiser for Pasado Mobile (rock) 7 p.m. THE SWISS: Kryboys (rock) 9 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Amir K (comedy) 8 p.m., 10:30 p.m. THE VALLEY: Harlis Sweetwater Band (blues, soul, rock) 9 p.m.

Sunday, May 6

UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND, SCHNEEBECK CONCERT HALL: Mini Maestros: “Peter and the Wolf” (classical) 2:30 p.m.

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING: Christina Brewer (vocalist) 11 a.m. CRESCENT MOON GIFTS: Sacred Sound Meditation (sonic mysticism) 1:30 p.m. DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC JOHNNY’S DOCK: Little Bill Trio (blues) 5 p.m. STONEGATE: Country Music Jam (jam) 5 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Rex Navarrete (comedy) 8 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: Final Notice with Bob Evans (country, rock, bluegrass) 7 p.m.

Monday, May 7

REAL ART TACOMA: Slumlord, Pound!, Ancestors of God, Deathbed Confessions (metal) 7 p.m. PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, THE CAVE: Acapella After Dark (vocal) 8:30 p.m. THE SWISS: Open Mic Night (open mic) 7 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: Bartlett on bass (jam) 7 p.m.

Tuesday, May 8

PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST CONCERT HALL: University Symphony Orchestra (classical) 8 p.m., $10 DAWSON’S: Leanne Trevalyan (acoustic jam) 8 p.m., NC METRONOME: Open Mic (open mic) 7 p.m. REAL ART TACOMA: I Was Afraid, Headcold (indie) 7 p.m. STONEGATE: Blues Jam with Roger Williamson (blues) 8 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: New Talent Tuesday (comedy) 8 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: SOB Band (jam) 7 p.m., NC THE VALLEY: Headphone (alt-electro) 8 p.m.

Wednesday, May 9

BLACK KETTLE BITES: Open Mic (open mic) 6:30 p.m. DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, blues, jazz) 8 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 8:30 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: The Reunion Beatles Fantasy Tribute (Beatles tribute) 8 p.m. PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, LAGERQUIST CONCERT HALL: Steel Pan and Percussion Ensembles (classical) 8 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Acoustic Open Mic (open mic) 8 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Open Mic (comedy) 8 p.m., NC UNCLE SAM’S: Subvinyl Jukebox (jam) 7 p.m., NC

Thursday, May 10

JASON LEE MIDDLE SCHOOL: Bryant Lower Elementary Music Concert (classical) 6 p.m.

THE AGAVES GRILL: Ed Taylor Band (jazz), 6 p.m. DAWSON’S: Billy Shew Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 8:30 p.m., NC ROCK THE DOCK: Open Mic with Dustin (rock) 8 p.m. STONEGATE: Power Rock Jam (rock jam) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA ART MUSEUM: SOTA Songwriter Showcase (singer/ songwriters) 6 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Michael Quu (comedy) 8 p.m. UNCLE SAM’S: Jerry Miller (rock, blues) 7 p.m.

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Coming Events TOP PICK: DIXIE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY Sun., May 6, 7:30 p.m. Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway Dixie Longate, the fast-talking Tupperware Lady, packed up her catalogues, left her children in an Alabama trailer park and took Off-Broadway by storm! Now, join Dixie as she travels the country throwing good ol’fashioned Tupperware parties filled with outrageously funny tales, heartfelt accounts, free giveaways, audience participation and the most fabulous assortment of Tupperware ever sold on a theater stage. Loaded with laughs and the most up-to-date products available for purchase, see for yourself how Ms. Longate became a member of the illustrious “#1 Tupperware Seller in the World” Club, as she educates her guests on the many alternative uses she has discovered for her plastic products! Price: $19, $29, $42, $55. Info: (253) 591-5894; broadwaycenter.org

ART SHOW AND SALE - IMAGES OF PEACE IN OUR WORLD Sat., May 4, 7-9:30 p.m. St. Placid Priory, 500 College Street NE, Lacey Come and see what it’s all about. Come as a lover of art and a lover of peace. Please join the community of St. Placid in taking time to celebrate and cherish the peace our world holds as interpreted by artists in a variety of media. Price: $15 each or two for $25. Info: (360) 438-2595; stplacidpriory.org ‘THE PILLOWMAN’ Fri., May 4, 7:30 p.m. Sat., May 5, 7:30 p.m. Sun., May 6, 2 p.m. CLOSING PERFORMANCE Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N. I St., Tacoma Tacoma Little Theatre presents this dark comedy by Martin McDonagh, the Oscar-winning author/ director of “Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing, Missouri.” McDonagh echoes the works of Stoppard, Kafka and the Brothers Grimm in this New York Drama Critics’ Circle and Olivier Award-winning script. “The Pillowman” is a viciously funny and seriously disturbing tale of Katurian, a fiction writer in an unnamed totalitarian state. Katurian and his brother, Michael, are brought in for questioning by two bulldog detectives, Tupolski and Ariel, when the content of his short stories – which involve disturbingly gruesome tales – begin to resemble real-life murders. “The Pillowman” weaves between reality and storytelling, and the result is an urgent work of theatrical bravura and an unflinching examination of the very nature and purpose of art. Ages: 13 and up. Price: Adults $24; seniors 60+/students/military $22. Info: (253) 272-2281; www.TacomaLittleTheatre. com PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Fri., May 4, 10:30 a.m. Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Stories, art activities, rhymes, singing and finger plays for children and caregivers. Ages: 3-6. Price: Free. Info: (253) 5483304; piercecountylibrary. org/calendar SPRING MUSEUM FUN DAYS Fri., May 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children’s Museum of Tacoma, 1501 Pacific Ave. Come and enjoy Gifts from the Garden Month using gifts from the garden (leaves, weeds, flowers) as paintbrushes to create a colorful painting to celebrate spring. Ages: Birth-12 years old. Price: Pay as you will. Info: (253) 627-6031; playtacoma.org

TACOMA CITY BALLET’S ‘CINDERELLA’ Sat., May 5, 2 p.m. Sun., May 6, 2 p.m. Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way South, Federal Way Since the death of her beloved mother and her father’s remarriage to the evil widow of a wealthy tax collector, poor Cinderella’s life has been miserable…until her Fairy Godmother appears. Under the artistic direction of Erin M. Ceragioli, with the Tacoma City Ballet Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Bernard Kwiram, Tacoma City Ballet presents “Cinderella” in grand classical style. The opulent scenery and costumes of this familiar fairytale ballet are certain to delight. “Cinderella” has it all – comedy, magic, and romance! Don’t miss this magical, magnificent production of one of your favorite fairy tales – “Cinderella.”Tickets: $18, $34, $59, $79, $104. Info: (253) 835-7010; www. BroadwayCenter.org ‘FULL STEAM AHEAD’ EDUCATOR WORKSHOP Sat., May 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. LeMay – America’s Car Museum, 2702 E. D St. Tacoma’s Museum District is back with its annual STEAM workshop. Learn easy and creative methods for incorporating science, technology, engineering, art and math into your classroom. Ages: Adult educators encouraged. Price: Free. Info: (253) 272-3500; washingtonhistory.org FRANK SAXTON’S COLLABORATIVE QUARTET Sat., May 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Happy Market in Downtown Tacoma, 1911 Pacific Ave. We hope you join us in our mission to reflect the true essence of collaborating and communicating on the bandstand, with swing. Ages: All ages. Price: Free. Info: (888) 238-4373; facebook.com/ events/ 1879393659017525 BROWNS POINT LIGHT KEEPERS’ COTTAGE TOURS Sat., May 5, 1-4 p.m. Browns Point Lighthouse Park, 201 Tulalip St. N.E. Saturday tours of the historic Browns Point Light Keepers’ Cottage (1903). Tours run through Sept. 29. Ages: All ages. Price: Free. Info: pointsnortheast.org ‘CLYBOURNE PARK’ Sun., May 6, 3 p.m. Studio 3, 901 Broadway Winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and the Tony Award for Best Play in 2009, “Clybourne Park” by Bruce Norris imagines the circumstances immediately (1959), and 50 years after (2009) the ending of Lor-

raine Hansberry’s groundbreaking “A Raisin in the Sun,” New York Drama Circle’s Best Play of 1959. Price: $15; free with valid UW-Tacoma student ID (must present in person at box office to redeem for a ticket). Info: (253) 5915894; broadwaycenter.org

EASTERTIDE CHORAL EVENSONG Sun., May 6, 5-6:15 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church Tacoma, 310 N. K St Eastertide Choral Evensong, an enriching spiritual experience of hymns, anthems and scripture for the season, with the Christ Church Choir singing the exquisite music of Craig Phillips, Peter Aston, George Thalben-Ball and Grayston Ives, and festive organ music by Dieterich Buxtehude and Richard Purvis. Price: Donation. Info: (253) 3831569; ccptacoma.org DISASTERS AND INSURANCE Mon., May 7, 12:10 p.m. Pierce County Annex, 2401 S. 35th St. Learn about how homeowners and renters insurance may – or may not – cover you and your possessions in the event of a disaster. Know it before you need it. Ages: All ages. Price: Free; No RSVP required. Info: (253) 798-7384; PierceADRC.org MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID FOR VETERANS AND MILITARY MEMBERS Mon., May 7, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pierce County Library System Headquarters, 3005 112th St. E. For family members and personnel working with service members and the military community. An eight-hour free training that introduces participants to common risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems. Ages: 18 and up. Price: Free. Info: (253) 548-3300; piercecountylibrary.org/calendar ROOT TO GROW: A SIX-WEEK YOGA SERIES Mon., May 7, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S. Tyler St. A six-week series that focuses on foundation. Each class is held in Tacoma Nature Center’s Auditorium and will include breathing techniques, strengthening poses, and a slow flow to balance the go-go-go of your day. Price: $60 for series. Info: (206) 4585593; beyogawild.com WORD: TABLES Tues., May 8, 2:30-4 p.m. Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Learn how using tables in Microsoft Word can help you turn out great looking and well-organized documents. Price: Free. Info:

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Join us for a 10-week HAM radio series where you will learn and prepare for your technician license. If you already have your license, come and refresh your knowledge. Ages: 15 and up. Price: Class is free, but you must purchase a book ($30), pay a $7 class materials fee and a $15 fee for testing. Info: (253) 756-0601

TOYTOPIA Tues., May 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave. What was your favorite childhood toy? A jump rope, a board game, or Space Invaders? Or was it an Easy Bake Oven or a Slinky? You’re sure to find your favorite toys in Toytopia, running through June 10. Ages: All ages . Price: $14 adults, $11 seniors, military (with ID), youth/students, ages 0-5 free. Admission for Historical Society members is always free. Info: (253) 272-3500; washingtonhistory.org/visit/wshm/exhibits/ toytopia

TEEN EVENT: CHOCOLATE MADNESS Wed., May 9, 5 p.m. Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Attention all 5th-12th graders: Come and enjoy an evening of chocolate fun. Chocolate blind taste test, M&M sorting game and more. Bring your appetites and your friends. Price: Free. Info: (253) 548-3304; piercecountylibrary.org/calendar

POTTERY CLASSES AT THROWING MUD GALLERY Tues., May 8, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Throwing Mud Gallery, 2210-2212 N. 30th St. Learn the art of creating pottery on the potters wheel, hand-building techniques and decorative and functional pottery in our clean and spacious studio. Classes are a mix of beginners to more advanced students, which encourages a cooperative learning environment. Ages: 18+. Price: $220 + cost of basic tool kit. Info: (253) 254-7961; throwingmudgallery.com/ pottery-classes

COMMUNION AND REFLECTION Wed., May 9, 12 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7410 S. 12th St. Communion service, all are welcome, with brief spiritual reflection on faith and daily living. About 1/2 hour. Price: Free. Info: (253) 564-4402; saintandrewstacoma.org EDIBLE GARDENING: GARDEN SOIL 101 Thurs., May 10, 6-8 p.m. Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Prepare your garden soil for planting vegetables with a variety of soil amendments available in Pierce County. Price: Free. Info: (253) 548-3304; piercecountylibrary.org/calendar

HAM RADIO CLASS Wed., May 9, 1-2:30 p.m. Ruston Meal Site at Point Defiance/Ruston Senior Center, 4716 N. Baltimore St.

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ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Northwest Towing, at 2025 S 341st Pl, Federal Way on 5/8/2018. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130. at 3:00 p.m. Viewing of cars from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Registered Tow Number 5695. Cash Auction Only www.fifetowing.com

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Abandoned Vehicle Lakewood Towing Inc. #5002 9393 Lakeview Ave SW Lakewood, Wa 98499 Ph. 253-582-5080 05082018 Auction 01302018 Date 01/30/2018 5/8/2018 Sign in & View @ 11pm pm Auction Starts @ 2 pm In accordance with RCW 46.55.130 Lakewood Towing Inc. will sell to the highest bidder. See complete listing @ lakewoodtowing.com or posting at our office SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: NO: 17-4-00994-9 DOUGLAS MORGAN KNUDSON Deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Person Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of the above estate. Persons having claims against the deceased must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, serve their claims on the personal representative or the attorney of record in the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court within four (4) months after the date of the filing of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later or, excepted under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 or 11.40.013, the claim will be forever barred. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and the non-probate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with the Clerk of Court: April 20, 2018 DTE OF FIRST PUBLICATION April 27, 2018 Donald N. Powell Attorney and Counselor at Law818 S. Yakima, 1st Floor Tacoma, Washington 98405-4865 (253) 274-1001 (253) 383-6029 Fax

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IN THE COURT OF THE PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS FOR THE PUYALLUP INDIANS RESERVATION, TACOMA WASHINGTON

FIFE’S NATIVE AMERICAN EDUCATION PROGRAM PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW THE 2018-2019 TITLE VI GRANT. MONDAY, MAY 7, 2018 AT 4:30 PM AT THE FIFE HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA. Any questions please contact: Martha Sherman, Native American Education Program Coordinator - 523517-1000 Ex.t 25103.

First Annual Society Soiree Benefiting The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is a Triumph TACOMA, WA ‚Äì On Thursday, April 26th, guests stepped back in time to 1888 during the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County‚Äôs first annual Society Soir√©e. Held at the beautiful historic Temple Theatre, attendees enjoyed a night of vintage clothes, cocktails, psychics, parlor games, dancing, music, and fabulous food.

In the matter of the estate of: Case No: PUY-CV-PR-2017-0136 Gildardo Cruz Ascenscion Vera-Strickler DOB: 11/30/1987 Deceased LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION (AGREED) (COURT CLERK ACTION REQUIRED) THIS MATTER comes before the Court pursuant to an agreed Petition for Letter of Administration. GILDARDO CRUZ ASCENCION VERASTRICKLER of the Puyallup Indian Reservation and County of Pierce, State of Washington, on the 27th day of October, 2017, passed away, leaving at the time of his death personal property subject to probate administration. The Court, having reviewed the Petition, enters an Order appointing RONICE GOFORTH as Administrator of the Estate. NOW, THERFORE, THIS COURT appoints RONICE GOFORTH as Administrator of the Estate of GILDARDO CRUZ ASCENCION VERASTRICKLER. WHEREAS, said Administrator having been duly qualified, this Court authorizes her to administer the Estate according to Puyallup Tribal and other applicable law. WITNESS, the Honorable, JUDGE of our said Court and the seal of said Court hereto affixed this 16th day of January 2018. PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT

TO: Scott Hawkins Case Name: In re: H., S. Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2018-0005 Nature of Case: Guardianship of a Minor Child SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a petition has been filed asking the Court to appointed the abovenamed Petitioner(s) to be the guardian(s) for H.,S, a minor child under PTC 7.12 (Guardianship of Minors Code). YOU ARE SUMMONED to appear at a guardianship hearing in this Court on the Puyallup Indian Reservation at: DAY: MONDAY DATE: JULY 9, 2018 TIME: 9:00 A.M. LOCATION: 1451 EAST 31st ST., TACOMA, WA 98404 The guardianship hearing is private and closed. Only those persons the Court finds to have a legitimate interest in the proceedings may attend. The Court will hear testimony to determine whether guardianship is in the best interest of the child and the Tribal community. The Court will consider all guardianship reports submitted for review. All parties shall be given the opportunity to contest the factual contents and conclusions of the guardianship reports. Any party may file recommendations regarding the guardianship with the Court at least 10 calendar days before the hearing. You also have the following rights before the Court: The right to be present before the Court; The right to present written and oral testimony; The right to subpoena witnesses; The right to submit relevant evidence to the Court for consideration; The right to counsel at your own expense and effort; the Court has a list of attorneys who are admitted to practice before the Puyallup Tribe; and The right to appeal a final decision in this matter. If you do not appear at the hearing or file a written response to the petition within 20 days from the date of this notice, the Court may enter an order in your absence. NOTICE PURSUANT TO PTC 4.08.250 – DEFAULT JUDGMENT WHEN A PARTY AGAINST WHOM A JUDGMENT IS SOUGHT FAILS TO APPEAR, PLEAD, OR OTHERWISE DEFEND WITHIN THE TIME ALLOWED, AND THAT IS SHOWN TO THE COURT BY A MOTION AND AFFIDAVIT OR TESTIMONY, THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER OF DEFAULT AND, WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE TO THE PARTY IN DEFAULT, ENTER A JUDGMENT GRANTING THE RELIEF SOUGHT IN THE COMPLAINT. Copies of the Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St., Tacoma, WA 98404. If you have any questions, please contact the Court Clerk’s Office at (253) 680-5585.

Superior Court of Washington County of Pierce In re: Marriage | domestic partnership Petitioner EDWARD HINDS NO: 18-3-01349-5 Summons Served by Publication And Respondent YOLANDA RAYNETTE HINDS Summons Served by Publication To Yolanda Raynette Hinds- the other party has asked the Court to End your Marriage or domestic partnership. Name Change Change the name of the Respondent You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this summons is published. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the Deadline: *No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and * The court may approve the request in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. Fill out a Response on this form FL Divorce 211, Response to Petition about a Marriage. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County 930 Tacoma Ave S. Tacoma WA 98402 Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this summons or his/her lawyer fills out below EDWARD HINDS April 5, 2018 The following address 34414 28th Place SW Federal Way WA 98023 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce

Keeping with the theme of 1888, the year of the Society‚Äôs founding, the photo booth sponsored by Mud Bay was well stocked with Victorian props to properly set the mood. The Itty Bitty Kitty Committee Kitten Cuddle Corner and Positive Approach Puppy Cuddle Corner further set the gala apart, as guests were able to snuggle Society rabbits, kittens, and puppies. Sponsored by Columbia Bank, the Ozzie Fuhrmann Swing Band struck up the music, playing peppy tunes from the 1880’s and early 1900 Victorian era. Davies Pearson, P.C. also covered the coat check, so attendees could dance the night away unencumbered. After a moving presentation about the tremendous work being performed by Humane Society staff and volunteers during the KIRO 7 emceed event, guests enthusiastically raised the paddle! As part of the raise the paddle, the Society announced that a new wrap was going to be placed on ‚ÄúRover,‚Äù one of our signature vehicles. Anyone who gave at $2,500 could have a picture of their dog, cat, bunny, etc. included on this new wrap. If you are interested in having your best friend added to the ‚ÄúRover‚Äù wrap, please email lavernep@thehumanesociety. org. More than $100,000 was raised during the event and will support the 11,000 pets in transition served by the Humane Society each year! Thank you to everyone who made the first annual Society Soir√©e a resounding success! For more information, please visit www. thehumanesociety.org.

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The Pierce County Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is looking for people who are empathetic, diplomatic, assertive, and skilled communicators to be volunteer ombudsman. As a LTC Ombudsman, you will visit an assisted living community or a skilled nursing community, working to ensure that resident rights are being protected and helping residents resolve problems they are unable to solve on their own. Volunteer ombudsman are trained and certified and dedicate 4 hours a week or 16 hours a month. Ongoing support, case staffing, team-meetings, and trainings are provided each month. For more information please call 253 7983789 or Email Kgavron@ co.pierce.wa.us. Or visit www.co.pierce.wa.us/index.aspx?NID=1302

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Wanna play, play, play all day? Meet Featured Pet Axel. The Shepherd mix is a high-octane puppy with energy to burn who’s looking for a family that will tucker him out and mold him into the great dog he’s destined to be. Smart and loving, Axel is motivated by toys and treats and is very eager to learn — in his time at the Humane Society he’s gone from wild child to sitting on command! The 10-month-old is looking for an experienced home that will work with a qualified trainer, so Axel can continue his progress. Due to his energy level and previous experiences, he is not appropriate for an apartment or a home with other animals or children. Think you could be a match? Come meet him today, #A523145

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MORE Winners, MORE Often! 1-888-831-7655 • www.emeraldqueen.com EQC I-5 (I-5 Exit 135): 2024 E. 29th St., Tacoma, WA 98404 • EQC Hotel & Casino (I-5 Exit 137): 5700 Pac. Hwy E., Fife, WA 98424 You must be 21 to enter the casino. Management reserves the right to change any event or promotion. Tickets available at the EQC Box Offices. EQC is not responsible for any third party ticket sales.