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Nancy Davis

July 11, 1949 – April 26, 2018

Tacomans have lost a champion

Nancy Davis, the “Champion of the Eastside,” and Tacoma’s disenfranchised communities in general, passed away quietly at her home on April 26.

The lifelong activist, all around friend and force to be reckoned with will be remembered at a celebration of life from 2-4 p.m. on June 3 at the Asia Pacific Cultural Center (4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma).

Members of the public are welcome to attend and share their memories.

“She put her heart and soul into making Tacoma a better place for everyone,” her son Alan Lynch said. “She was just always there. And as a mom, she was always there. She always made us think that we could do anything or be anything.”

Davis touched more people than even they would ever know, either through her time at Metro Parks Tacoma, on Tacoma City Council, or as she championed social justice causes for her beloved Eastside neighborhood. She was a steadfast and loyal friend to the Puyallup Tribe, always there to defend the tribe’s u See DAVIS / page A3

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Chris Staudinger, co-founder of Pretty Gritty Tours, guides a group through a narrative history of Tacoma’s neighborhoods.

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s a young boy living in Leavenworth, Wash., Chris Staudinger remembers riding around the small Bavarian-themed town on

his bicycle always with a sandwich board on the back of his bike advertising his fledgling tour company. He toured visitors to his home town and helped them discover new shops and learn the local history.

“I’ve always wanted to discover new things about an area I live in and share that with people (who are

Settlement agreements approved on former Brown and Haley site

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By Andrew Fickes

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At their May 17 meeting, Port of Tacoma commissioners unanimously approved the execution of a settlement agreement with Sound Mattress and a second with Wyeth, formerly

known as Washington Steel, both the previous owners of the former Brown and Haley building known as Parcel 91, located at 1940 E. 11th St., which the Port purchased in 2006.

The settlement agreements resolve several years of disputes among the u See PORT / page A4

visiting),” said Staudinger, who lives in Tacoma with his wife, Tawny, and 2-year-old son, Holden.

In August 2016, Staudinger’s vision for a fully-realized tour-guide company based in Tacoma came to fruition, thanks to a cracker-jack team that comprises his wife, and u See GRITTY / page A8

FIVE COMPANIES EXPRESS INTEREST IN CLICK! NETWORK

County leaders announce proposals for family-wage job credits An unprecedented number of Pierce County elected officials have come together to clearly state: Pierce County is open to business!

Gathered at a press conference at Centeris Data Center in Puyallup on May 22, Pierce County and city officials announced proposals that would implement family-wage job credits of at least $275 per new job created after Jan. 1, 2019.

“Throughout the South Sound we are working together to create family-wage jobs,” said Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier.

“When it comes to creating jobs, messages matter, and the message we are sending loud and clear is that we want businesses to choose Pierce County and we recognize how important they are to creating vibrant communities.”

Each jurisdiction has u See JOBS / page A8

By John Larson

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Five companies are interested in a long-term partnership with Click! Network. Two already do business with Click!, another is a previous suitor under new ownership, with a new American company and an established European company rounding out the list.

In March the city issued a request for information and qualifications to solicit input from entities with an interest in developing a partnership with Click!

It reflected 12 policy goals developed by Tacoma City Council and Tacoma Public Utility Board.

These covered the areas of: municipal ownership; equity; affordability; net neutrality; open access; preserving competition; safeguarding public sector use; maintaining financial stability; promoting economic development and education; job security and intellectual capital; protecting customer privacy and goodwill/customer service.

Respondents were asked how they would meet the policy goals. They were also asked to recognize challenges for Click!, as well the city’s vision for it, and to show the financial ability to invest in network upgrades.

The city contracted with consulting firm CTC Technology & Energy, based in Kensington, Md., to review responses and make recommendations. Joanne u See CLICK / page A9

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SHERIFF’S DEPUTIES SEARCHING FOR TWO VIOLENT SEX OFFENDERS

By David Rose

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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.

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Pierce County Sheriff’s detectives are asking for the public’s help to find two highrisk sex offenders. Cerril Deon Vandaz Turner, 44, and 31-year-old DAVID ROSE Michael Terrence Laramie have been on the run since earlier this year.

Both have warrants for their arrest.

Turner is a gang member who goes by “Ugly” on the street. He is also a Level III sex offender who is considered armed and dangerous. Tacoma Police say he pointed a handgun at two people in an elevator. Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist has charged him with unlawful possession of a firearm in the first degree, two counts of assault in the second degree, DUI and failure to register as a sex offender. Turner’s previous convictions include rape in the third degree, assault in the second degree with sexual motivation and felony failure to register as a sex offender.

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Laramie has a history of residential burglary as well as assault in the second degree for domestic violence with a deadly weapon in Snohomish County. He is wanted for failure to register as a Level II sex offender.

“We’re still looking for both of these guys and both of these guys know we’re looking for them, so that makes them more dangerous. If you know where they’re at, we want a tip. You’d be the eyes and ears. We’d like to get them picked up to make sure that there are no other victims

out there and that any people living near them know who they are,” said Pierce County Sheriff’s Det. Ed Troyer.

Crime Stoppers of TacomaPierce County is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for any information that leads to the arrest of either fugitive. If you can tell deputies were to find them, submit the information by using the P3Tips App on your phone or by calling 1 (800) 222-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous.

Prosecutor expands lawsuit against big pharma In February, Prosecutor Mark Lindquist filed a federal lawsuit against the three largest manufacturers and marketers of prescription opioids in the United States: Purdue, Endo, and Janssen, for their deceptive marketing campaign that fueled the opiate crisis. Patients and doctors were told opioids were not addictive and were a safe way to treat long-term and chronic pain, which the Center for Disease Control has concluded is untrue.

Now, Lindquist, with authorization from the Pierce County Council, will file an amended complaint to add a new set of defendants - the three largest wholesale distributors of prescription opioids, Cardinal Health, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen.

“After reviewing new documents during discovery, evidence demonstrates that these distributors played a key role in deepening the opioid crisis,” said Lindquist. “Wholesale

distributors have an affirmative obligation to alert the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) when they receive a suspicious order for opioids.

We now have new evidence which strongly suggests these defendants actively avoided alerting the DEA.” In fact, the evidence shows these distributors promoted even larger sales of pills to their customers who were already buying large amounts of prescription opioids.

There is evidence these distributors conspired with manufacturers to prevent the DEA from learning about the significant amount of “diversion” sales to purchasers who did not have legitimate medical purposes for the opioids.

Prescription opioids are a class of powerful pain relievers, including oxycodone and hydrocodone. The chemical make-up of these prescription drugs is nearly identical to heroin. The rise of prescription opioids in

Pierce County was followed closely by the dramatic rise in heroin use.

For many, heroin replaced prescription opioids when they could no longer obtain these prescriptions. Opioid overdoses are the leading cause of death in the United States, surpassing fatal car accidents.

“We promised to hold accountable those who created and perpetuated the opioid crisis. If we discover other potential defendants, we will expand our lawsuit further,” Lindquist said.

The Prosecutor’s Office filed the lawsuit in federal court and is asking for injunctive relief to stop the deceptive business practices, and financial relief to assist Pierce County in addressing issues associated with opiate addiction, including the burden on the criminal justice system and social services.

Pierce County has retained Keller Rohrback as outside counsel on a contingency-fee basis in this case.

Bulletin Board TAHOMA NATIONAL CEMETERY TO HOST MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY Each Memorial Day, Tahoma National Cemetery and other national cemeteries hold a ceremony to honor the men and women that have served and are serving our great country. This year’s Memorial Day program to remember and honor all military members will be held on Monday, May 28, 1 p.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent.

Keynote speaker will be Gold Star Mother Monica McNeal, and guest speaker will be Senator Maria Cantwell. Tahoma National Cemetery Assistant Director Jennifer Dehorty will give a welcome speech followed

by Director Tom Yokes providing an update of cemetery activities and use.

The ceremony will start with a flyover by the Cascade Warbirds. The plane will be piloted by Roger Collins flying an AT 28-010. He is a former USAF fighter pilot, formerly flying an F-4.

Parking space is limited in the cemetery. Visitors should plan on walking to and from your parking spot to the ceremony. Parking is available for disabled passengers and drivers with a shuttle to and from the ceremony assembly area.

BOND RATING AGENCIES GIVE METRO PARKS HIGH MARKS The two major bond rating agencies, Moody’s Investor Service and S & P Global, recently assigned similar, high ratings to Metro Parks Tacoma’s latest bond issue.

Board of Park Commissioners President Andrea Smith, a banker in her day job, said a solid credit rating is one of the important indicators of a healthy organization.

“Just like a personal credit score, a good credit rating reflects how much an organization is financially strong and secure,” she said. “Metro Parks’ strong ratings are a boost in confidence.”

The Park Board, which governs the park district, on April 23 approved the sale of up to $50 million in general obligation bonds, the third issue resulting from voters’ April 2014 authorization of $198 million in borrowing for capital projects.

In preparation for the bond sale, the rating agencies reviewed Metro Parks’ creditworthiness and found it to be consistent with each of their past ratings of Metro Parks bonds. S & P rated the 2018 bond issue AA, the agency’s second highest, meaning that the likelihood of Metro Parks’ ability to pay its debt is very strong. Similarly, Moody’s rated the 2018 issue Aa2, also essentially a second-tier rating.

These consistently positive ratings bode well for the agency’s financial sustainability, making it easier to sell the bonds at relatively low interest rates. Among the many projects being financed throughout the park district are Eastside Community Center and improvements at Point Defiance Park.

CITY WINS PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARD The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department was recently selected to receive the American Public Works Association (APWA) 2018 Project of the Year. Tacoma was selected for the Tacoma Avenue South Bridge Rehabilitation project and will receive this award at a presentation scheduled in August 2018.

The Tacoma Avenue South Bridge Rehabilitation project was awarded the APWA Washington State Project of the Year in 2017 making it eligible for the national award. Both awards were from the Historical Restoration/Preservation category for projects between $5 million and $25 million.

The project was completed in June 2016 with a total cost of $13 million. Funding was provided from the City, the Federal Local Bridge Program and the Transportation Improvement Board.

This bridge, located on Tacoma Avenue South, between Center and South Delin streets, was originally constructed in 1930. The project provided a complete rehabilitation of the more than 80-year-old bridge including new girders, deck, wider sidewalks, guardrails and streetlights. Traffic lanes were reconfigured to three vehicular lanes and two bicycle lanes were also added.

TranTech Engineering, LLC provided design for the project, construction was done by Quigg Bros., Inc. and the project was managed by the City of Tacoma Public Works Engineering Division.

ARCHER NAMED COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR Following a nationwide search, Pierce County has selected Judith C. Archer to be director of human resources.

Archer joins the County from Kinder Morgan, Inc., where she served nearly eight years as the director of human resources for the Texas-based energy infrastructure company and its 11,000 employees.

“Judy has a remarkably broad background in human resources,” said Bruce Dammeier, county executive.

“Whether at a small privately held company, a large multinational public corporation, or a startup, Judy has brought strong leadership, skilled change management and respected labor relations negotiations to every organization she has served. Her strong track record of developing and implementing effective human resources strategies will serve the employees and, ultimately the residents, of Pierce County.”

The new county role marks a return to the Pacific Northwest for Archer. Earlier in her career she held positions at Tacoma Goodwill, Pioneer Industries and Toray Composites.

Archer earned a B.A. in business administration from Maryville College, a masters’ of science in adult education from the University of Tennessee, and a J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law. Her first day at Pierce County was May 21.

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The two-night, three-day visitor is Pierce County’s bread and butter. And the butter is getting richer, so the bread is getting thicker.

Last year marked the sixth consecutive year of increased overnight visitor volume and visitor spending in the county, according to a recent report released

by Travel Tacoma + Pierce County, the region’s official destination marketing organization.

“It’s just sort of that consistent trend that we have had over the last five years or so,” CEO Bennish Brown said, noting that annual tourist spending tallied about $880 million in 2012. “It’s that slow, steady progress.”

Tourists, some 3.2 million of them, poured $1.23 billion into the county last year. That number of overnight visitors increased 5.7 percent over 2016, according to the annual Travel Impacts Study by Dean Runyan Associates that Travel Tacoma commissions. The report showed that visitor spending in 2017 rose 8.8 percent, and tourism generated 12,350 jobs comprising $341 million in payroll and profits as well as $127.6 million in combined state and local taxes.

A deep dive into hotel stays by STR, Inc. Destination Report showed hotel occupancy inched up 2.6 percent to 70.1 percent occupancy with an average daily room rate of $100.30, a jump of 3.4 percent over the year, both breaking records since the county started tracking hotel data a decade ago.

All matrixes broke records last year at a time when many industry watchers predicted tourism to begin to

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rights especially concerning the fate of Portland Avenue Park. In addition to this, during the last four decades of Nancy’s life her work ranged from advocating for the STAR Center, the Tacoma Police Department substation on the Eastside, the Eastside Community Center, the YWCA and LBGTQ rights.

“We always had gay friends from back in the day when being gay could get you killed,” said her longtime partner Steve Wade. “She was friends with everybody, and she always wanted to help out, no matter who someone was. She just always showed up and was there for the community. She went out of her way to help people – that’s her legacy.” Wade also mentioned the postcards that Davis would receive in the mail from folks thanking her for helping them – and in some cases, saving their lives because of what she did for them.

Here are some of the memories people have about Davis and her impact on Tacoma: “I have struggled for the last few weeks with the knowledge that my friend Nancy Davis is gone. People did not come any better than Nancy. She was a fierce advocate for her Eastside and at the same time she was a gentle shepherd arranging funding for Metro Parks by the legislature. She knew exactly when to advocate, when to support, when to cajole, when to cry, when to kick you in the behind and when to laugh uproariously. And she always knew how to deeply love her friends, especially her son, Alan, grandson, Alex, and partner, Steve. I will miss each and every single part of her.”

– 27th District Rep. Laurie Jinkins “My first thought of when I met Nancy is back when (Puyallup tribal historian) Judy Wright and I were working on getting the Portland Avenue Park back. Nancy fought strong and hard for us. She knew that park is one of the original allotments of the tribe and that it was taken from us back in the old days, bought for $1. She made sure I could get into the Metro Parks meetings, introduced me to the proper people and made sure that I could voice my opinion. She said they needed to hear the tribe out. Nancy knew that we value our property – that we wouldn’t turn the park into a fireworks shop or anything else – that it is to be a place for children and adults to go on the Eastside. She never made it about the dollars – some things are bigger than money and she was that kind of person. She made sure that when she had something to say that people heard her. She didn’t beat around the bush. I admire that about her and that she was an honest woman – always told the truth. Nancy was a great individual that had her heart set on caring for the people, especially on the Eastside. She’d always say, ‘Born and raised on the Eastside just like Sylvia.’

– Puyallup Tribal Councilmember Sylvia Miller “Nancy Davis: a true Eastsider. Nancy and I met at an

plateau or even slump following the tourism “spike” associated with the U.S. Open at Chambers Bay in 2015.

It did not. Tourists just kept coming.

“That’s the year that put us on a whole different level, and it hasn’t gone down,” Brown said.

Tourist-related spending has benefited from a booming economy. People around Puget Sound are taking more extended weekends to bed and breakfasts in Gig Harbor, while Tacoma is hosting more national and regional conventions. So-called “under the radar” tourists are increasingly coming to the county for day trips that turn into overnights so they can take in attractions that range from Mount Rainier to brewery tours. They are either arriving early to have a “museum weekend” by visiting Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, LeMay: America’s Car Museum and the Washington State History Museum and maybe also swing by Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium or simply staying the weekend rather than driving home once a show ends at the Tacoma Dome or the Emerald Queen Casino.

“Whether it’s for a concert, a conference, a weekend getaway or a trip to Mount Rainier, we’re thrilled that overnight visitors keep finding reasons to visit Pierce County,” Brown said. “On days when there was a big event at the Tacoma Dome, a large convention or a sizeable sporting event, we saw huge spikes in occupancy – or as we call it ‘compression’ – across all parts of the county. Sometimes, when all the stars aligned, this meant being completely sold out throughout the county.”

That “compression” translates into “expansion” as hoteliers add capacity to keep up with demand, namely u See TOURISM / page A9

Eastside gathering about 20 years ago. She would tell me if you say something, and you feel no one has listened, repeat yourself again and again. She helped shape the Neighborhood Council Program. Nancy was always a calm spirit. Never raising her voice once, no matter how angry she felt inside. She was on our Eastside Neighborhood Council and then on the City Council. She never lost touch with the Eastside when she moved on to more important jobs. She rarely missed an Eastside meeting. I am going to miss her running our elections and how she eloquently repeated each sentence three times so people heard her loud and clear. Gramma Nancy became Mom Nancy to Alex and she made sure he was a true gentleman. We gave him a booth at the McKinley Hill Street Fair in August 2017. She came to our Eastside Council meeting in September to tell us how grateful they both were. She never missed a party so she could have Alex cook one of his famous dishes. And he did. We will truly miss our friend Nancy. They don’t make people like her much anymore. There will always be a chair at my table for you, Nancy.”

– Lynnette Scheidt, President Eastside Neighborhood Council and President Dometop Neighborhood Alliance “Nancy was a special lady! She showed strong commitment to Tacoma and a deep love for its parks and its people. I worked with Nancy as a parks commissioner, and she was our government relations director. Of the many issues we worked on together, the one that is probably the most memorable was the work we did on securing state funding for construction of the STAR Center.

We travelled back and forth to Olympia, talking to our legislators about the importance of bringing a quality community center to the South End. I’ll never forgot how well respected she was by the state legislators and staff alike. Nancy had a way of winning you over with her passion and persistence. She had the best candy drawer ever, and I will never forget her tenacity and dedication to this city!”

– Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards “I first met Nancy Davis when I was practicing law with Columbia Legal Services representing low-income clients and organizations. Some of this work required an understanding of the Eastside and its resources, interests and needs. Nancy stood out. She knew the community.

She loved the community. She was attentive to its needs and the needs of all its residents, including low-income families. And she was always generous to share her knowledge and advice with me. Our relationship in this way continued as she joined Metro Parks, and I joined the Tacoma Housing Authority. We helped our respective organizations work together to invest in the Eastside and to do so in compatible ways. She helped THA and Metro Parks realize that they share a common mission to serve Tacoma and to bring investment to its neighborhoods in ways that are compatible and equitable. This shared mission matured particularly with the adjacent developments of New Salishan, by THA, and Swan Creek Park, by Metro Parks. Both of them are urban jewels. Both show

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Nancy’s fingerprints.”

– Tacoma Housing Authority Executive Director Michael Mirra “It has been said that in the public service realm, there is the ‘show horse’ and the ‘work horse.’ Nancy Davis was truly, in every sense, the latter as she became the face and voice for the Eastside in the late 1990s. I met Nancy as a leader and strong advocate of the neighborhood council movement when I was elected to the City Council in 1991. From our first moment, I knew she was the genuine article – passionate in her support of community, honest and authentic almost to a fault and quickly known for her follow through. She was all business with little interest in the limelight or celebrity. I was delighted when Nancy accepted, a bit reluctantly, appointment to the City Council after the untimely passing of her friend from the Eastside, Councilmember Dave DeForrest. Many of her supporters and admirers were hopeful that she would run for a full four-year term. But the rough and tumble nature of elective politics was not of interest to Nancy.

She continued her exemplary public service career on the staff of the Metropolitan Park District where her values, hard work and passion for the public interest made her a highly respected advocate to all who knew and worked with her. I trusted Nancy to be candid in briefing me on important park issues during my tenure as mayor. I will miss her.

– Tacoma Mayor (former) Bill Baarsma “Nancy possessed a sincere care and love for community. She was a skilled networker, devoted to the Eastside. She understood politics in Tacoma and maintained personal ties with our community’s decision-makers. In Olympia, doors opened to her because legislators knew her. This meant success in obtaining state funding for many community projects from Stewart Heights, Northwest Trek, STAR Center and so much more. She helped initiate the building of the Eastside Community Center.

She was tenacious without being pushy. She understood those who delivered, from those who simply voiced support. She was thus attracted to those who could get things done. On the Eastside, I am told that those seeking to get things done went to Nancy. She went about this business with a selflessness that energized support for the Eastside and Metro Parks. She did not seek acclaim. She was a true community builder.

– 29th District Sen. Steve Conway A celebration of the life of Nancy Davis is scheduled from 2-4 p.m. on June 3, at the Asia Pacific Cultural Center. Members of the public are welcome to attend and share their memories.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Metro Parks Foundation to establish a scholarship fund in honor of Nancy Davis.

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Graduate Tacoma makes searching for summer youth programs easy, stress-free GET ACTIVE THIS SUMMER WITH PIERCE COUNTY PARKS ECO EXPLORERS:

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WEEK 1: YOUNG EXPLORERS Date: June 25-29 Location: Sprinker Recreation Center Ages: 5-8 Fee: $75 Eco Camp, 9-12 p.m., $185 Bricks 4 Kidz Camp, 1-4 p.m., $225. Comb Camp, 9-4 p.m.

WEEK 2: JUNIOR EXPLORERS Date: July 9-13 at Sprinker Recreation Center Ages: 9-14 Fee: $120 WEEK 3: JUNIOR EXPLORERS Date: July 30-Aug. 3 Location: Chambers Creek Regional Park Ages: 9-14 Fee: $120 A limited number of scholarships are available. Please call Chad at (253) 798-4104 and find out more information on how to obtain a scholarship.

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Metro Parks Tacoma offers a wide range of youth summer camps to keep children active and engaged, like the one pictured here at Wapato Park.

By Andrew Fickes

andrew@tacomaweekly.com

The last day of school in Tacoma is June 15, and the likely challenge for parents as the date nears is figuring out how to keep their children actively engaged and entertained for the summer.

Oftentimes, parents get overwhelmed by the dizzying number of options, or they simply don’t know where to look. Fortunately, Graduate Tacoma’s out-of-school and summer learning network hosts a useful and intuitive website (summerlearningtacoma-pierce.org) that aggregates summer youth programs offered throughout greater Tacoma and Pierce County.

“We are interested to hear from program providers who want to list their summer learning programs on the website,” said Kristy Gledhill, communications director at Graduate Tacoma. “People who have questions about the site, or want to list their programs, can call us at (253) 272-1600.”

The website was made possible by financial support from the Foundation for Tacoma Students and is comprised of community partners that include Tacoma, Bethel, Clover Park, and Franklin Pierce school districts; Pierce County Library; Pacific Lutheran University; Metro Parks Tacoma; YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium; Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce; Children’s Museum of Tacoma; Peace Community Center; Tacoma Art Museum; and many more.

To search for summer programs, simply visit the home page and click on “search programs.” Parents have the option to search for programs by entering in a date or a date range; searching by zip code; or by keyword, school grade, cost, or type of program. Select the program you’re interested in to learn more and select “Add to Cart” to save for later, or click “Get Started” to register your child immediately.

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three parties related to environmental liability of the site.

Before acquisition of the property by the Port, normal due diligence was performed during which chlorinated solvents were discovered in groundwater and soil on the property.

On Thursday night, Rob Healy, environmental senior project manager at the Port of Tacoma, gave the commissioners a report on the history leading up to the settlement agreements formulated in January, describing how Sound Mattress, the owner of the property previous to the Port, entered into a Voluntary Cleanup Program with the state Department of Ecology to address the solvent issue in the soil and groundwater at the site.

“They have completed a remedial investigation,” Healy said. “They submitted a draft feasibility study, but it was deemed inadequate by Ecology and by the Port. In 2014-2015, we demoed the building and there was PCBs in the paint and soil surrounding the building. We spent

There is also a link on the home page that lists free and low-cost programs. If parents are curious about programs that offer scholarships and financial aid, they simply select the “Show Scholarship/Free Programs” filter on the search drop-down menu under “cost.” Online resources and also free community resources and activities are mentioned.

In total, the website boasts a list of 492 current summer programs for all ages and abilities. Program partners continue to add more to the site. The purpose behind Summer Learning Tacoma, which launched in 2014, is to foster continued academic learning and development opportunities for youth during the summer months in order to avoid what educators commonly refer to as the summer slide—a period of time during the summer when students lose the knowledge they gained and return to school unprepared in the fall.

According to Graduate Tacoma, children who read or engage in day camps or learning activities during the summer receive an academic boost, while their peers who do not risk losing the ground they’ve achieved.

Just a sampling of what is listed on the site includes the TAM Studio, open seven days a week (no museum admission required), located in the lobby of the Tacoma Art Museum, where students of all ages can utilize the art supplies available and craft their own creation; Pirate Fitness Camp, catering to PreK-3rd grade at Metro Parks’ STAR Center, June 18-22, $100 (scholarships available); and Pioneer Storytime at the Tacoma Public Library, 7001 Sixth Avenue, catering to PreK-2nd grade, free admission, on June 21.

In addition, Metro Parks welcomes parents to pick up the summer 2018 Go Guide, available at all community centers or online at metroparkstacoma.org/go-guides/.

The Go Guide features summer day camps, special events and festivals, adaptive outdoor recreation, arts and culture, sports and fitness, and much more.

an additional $2.1 million to deal with that issue.

“Following completion of the project, we submitted a claim to Sound Mattress under the purchase and sale agreement for that amount and they did not tender that to their insurance companies, so we ended up suing them,” Healy explained. “We also sued Wyeth … that’s the entity that owned the property before Sound Mattress. We went through discovery and depositions and expert witness work to try to get them to come to the table. They agreed to mediate with us in January of this year. We started formulating settlement agreements, and we’ve been working on the details of that over the last few months.”

Wyeth is a party in the lawsuit, Healy explained, because they were responsible for the PCB-contaminated building coatings, including interior and exterior paints on the walls and foundations, as well as soil and groundwater surrounding the building, and the property stormwater system. Sound Mattress is equally culpable, Healy said, because they did little to address the contamination during the time they owned the property.

A settlement agreement with Sound Mattress requires Sound Mattress to pay the Port a lump-sum amount of

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$3.4 million; and holds the Port responsible for undertaking all further environmental investigation, cleanup, and remedial action at the site.

A settlement agreement with Wyeth represents a partial settlement and interim cost-sharing agreement whereby Wyeth is ordered to pay the Port a lump-sum amount of $1.5 million, and the Port and Wyeth agree to partner in the further environmental investigation, cleanup, and remedial action at the site.

Also according to the terms of the settlement agreement with Wyeth, additional costs for investigation and development of a Draft Cleanup Action Plan will be paid 85 percent by Wyeth and 15 percent by the Port up to $800,000. Costs in excess of $800,000 will be 50 percent

by Wyeth and 50 percent by the Port.

Litigation support costs are estimated by the Port at $1.53 million. To date, litigation support costs incurred by the Port have been $1.06 million. Port staff reports that future costs for developing a feasibility study, cleanup action plan, remedial design and remedial construction are not yet determined. According to staff, additional Commission authorization will be required to approve and enact future stages.

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LT. DAN NEEDS LOTS OF HELPING HANDS

By Don C. Brunell

On Sunday, May 27, actor/musician Gary Sinise will again co-host the National Memorial Day Concert from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. It will be the 29th annual concert on the 150th anniversary of Memorial Day. The format is much the same as in past years. Sinise and “Criminal Minds” star Joe Mantegna team with retired Army Gen. Colin Powell to remember those who have sacrificed for our country, our freedom and our way of life.

It will attract millions of viewers across our nation and at American military installations around the world.

This year, the concert will recognize the contributions of military women, including the story of Silver Star recipient SFC Leigh Ann Hester, the first woman to receive the Silver Star for valor in combat. Hester is a Franklin, Tenn., police officer.

It will feature segments on the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Khe Sanh, one of the fiercest battles of the Vietnam War. It will highlight the story of Korean War buddies Joe Annello and Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura, who helped each other endure the unimaginable treatment as POWs. Sinise, who was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in the 1995 Academy Awardwinning movie “Forrest Gump,” has been a long-time military and veteran supporter. He is committed to insuring that veterans and their families are not forgotten or ignored as they were after the Vietnam War. He reminds us of President Calvin Coolidge’s words: “The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten.”

In the 1980s, Sinise joined USO tours much as legendary comedian Bob Hope did from World War II through Vietnam.

Sinise formed the Lt. Dan Band in early 2004 and they began entertaining troops serving at home and abroad.

Sinise often raised the money to pay the band and fund its travel.

The band now performs approximately 30 shows a year at military bases and for charities and fundraisers supporting

wounded heroes, Gold Star families, veterans and troops.

Six years ago, he established the Gary Sinise Foundation. Last year it had more than 40,000 contributors and earned a “5-Star” (best) rating by Charitable Navigator.

One of its core programs is RISE (Restoring Independence & Supporting Empowerment) for severely wounded veterans and their families requiring specially equipped homes and vehicles. With the backing of companies such as Home Depot, GE, Owens Corning and many other large and small businesses, 65 families will have hightech, specially modified homes by year’s end.

This year, the foundation is focusing on programs for young children who lost parents to come together for fun events to build and maintain bonds.

Sinise’s organization also links high school students with World War II veterans for tours of the D-Day Museum in New Orleans. He believes it is vital for young Americans to understand what our veterans have sacrificed.

That link is weaker today. Today, with no military draft, less than 2 percent of our population is defending the rest of us.

“Freedom and security are precious gifts that we, as Americans, should never take for granted,” says Sinise.

“We must do all we can to extend our hand in times of need to those who willingly sacrifice each day to provide that freedom and security.”

Far too many veterans, particularly young men, are committing suicide. In 2014, the Veterans Administration pegged the total at 20 per day. Part of Sinise’s work is connecting vets so they support one another.

Thankfully, Sinise has made year-around commitments to help the vets and their families. Wouldn’t it be great if other entertainers joined Sinise? Lt. Dan needs lots of helping hands.

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.

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Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, As is the case with every school mass shooting, starting with Columbine, up to and including the one at Santa Fe High School, gun advocates keep talking about the Second Amendment, but very few mention Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution. It says: Congress shall have Power: To provide for calling forth the Militia to “execute the laws of the Union, suppress insurrections, and repel invasions.”

Congress shall have Power: To provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining the Militia; and for “governing such part of them as may be employed in the service of the United States;” Reserving to the States respectively, the appointment of the officers, and the authority of training the Militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress.

Second Amendment: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.

The “people” are those who comprise the militia, not just any or every citizen. Just because Americans have historically, traditionally, and culturally stockpiled guns for personal and private uses does not mean that such a practice is Constitutionally valid.

Robert Randle Tacoma

MY SON IS HAPPY AND SET TO SUCCEED IN SCHOOL Charter or not, that’s all that matters to me as Mom

By Imelda Santana

When it comes down to it, all parents want the same thing: the best for our kids. And when given the option, we will choose to send our kids to a good school that will partner with us and help them succeed.

My family fell in love with Destiny Middle School in Tacoma’s Eastside neighborhood when we first visited.

All my co-workers and friends had been excitedly talking about the new local school that had been reaching out to the community and getting to know local families. I got one of their flyers at the Boys & Girls Club where my son spends a lot of time, and I just had to go see what all of the buzz was about.

At the open house, we spent our time talking to teachers and staff who engaged us in lively conversations about our son, what his interests are, and where we as parents hoped he’d end up in college and in life. I learned about the school’s rigorous academic programs and its strong emphasis on college prep. I was also thrilled to hear that they provide transportation. I was convinced. I enrolled my son at Destiny and we haven’t looked back since.

No kid is the same, and as parents we are always thinking about what’s going to be best for our kids and

what we expect for them to be happy and healthy. But it’s all fairly straightforward. We’re looking for what is going to serve our kids and help them grow into the best versions of themselves. School is no different.

My son is passionate and kind, intelligent and hardworking. My son is a good friend to his peers and loves to be social. Sometimes, he needs a little help focusing on his academics, and so it was important to me for him to be in a nurturing environment where he could learn and grow with teachers who understand him and care about him as deeply as I do. Ultimately, this was my only criterion when choosing where to send him to school, and we found the perfect fit in Destiny Middle School.

I’ve gotten to watch my baby grow there. I am comforted to know that he is in a place with a college preparatory learning environment that provides him with the structure, discipline, and encouragement he needs to perform well academically. His teachers know him by name and support him through the highs and lows that come with middle school. He is already thinking about his long-term career path and I know that no matter what path he chooses, he’ll have every opportunity to get there. At Destiny, he is surrounded by good role models who will unconditionally support him in anything he decides to pursue. I am heartened to know that more than 20 Destiny eighth graders

have been accepted to selective public schools in Tacoma and that my son is one of them.

As a parent, I am nothing but grateful for the ways Destiny has kept me involved in my son’s education.

Whenever I call with questions, they always answer.

My son’s teachers consistently keep me informed on his progress, and we work as a team to ensure that he has the support he needs to do well in school. It’s not just me – I know many parents at Destiny who share my gratitude.

The school does so much to open themselves up and bring together parents through everything from local clean-ups to school events. They invest in our families as much as they invest in our children.

Trust me, I know there is some hostility around charter schools. But I hope we can see past politics and instead focus on what this school means to people like me and my son and my family. At the end of the day, it’s a good school that has helped local kids grow and learn.

My son is happy, healthy and heading to high school next year prepared to work hard. He has the most wonderful community at Destiny cheering him on and that’s all any of us could ever ask for.

Imelda Santana is a parent at Destiny Middle School, a Green Dot Public School.

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“People amaze me! I feel their energy and I expand in their presence,” Kellie says. “I hold that each life is a rare and unique light, shining brightly in the venue of its choice, and vibrating in the hues of its own nature. When we are in each other’s presence, our worlds bleed into each other through strokes of intent and divine intervention. This creates a blending of spirit and breath, the ultimate Picasso, and the grandest illusion of all – life.”

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Plan your next date with these ideas for low-cost experiences with the one you love: Share time outdoors. Except in the most extreme conditions, there’s always something to do outside and most of those activities are either free or relatively inexpensive. Whether it’s taking a stroll hand-in-hand or planning a picnic at a scenic location, the exercise and fresh air can be good for your body and mind, for both you and your beloved.

Dine on a dime. Although the days of a nickel burger are long gone, there are ways to curb your spending when you eat out. For example, many restaurants offer menus with smaller portions as well as promotional nights with discounts geared toward certain audiences. Some restaurants even offer daily discounts, as high as 10 percent off your total bill for AARP members. If you are not a member, it’s simple to sign up online.

Membership is just $16 a year, so it can practically pay for itself with the use of just one of the dining offers.

Simply stay in. When you’re

conflicted between going out on a date or settling for a night on the couch, it’s possible to have both. Order takeout from a favorite spot and bring it to the comfort of your home for the best of both worlds. It allows you to avoid kitchen cleanup and simply commit to enjoying one another’s company without interruption.

Master the movie schedule.

Prime time at the theater can be pricey, but if your calendar is flexible, you can catch a show earlier in the day for a steep discount. Some theaters also offer special discounts for ordering tickets online. An added bonus: taking in an early movie with a snack may help save money on dinner later.

Enjoy special engagements.

Whether it’s a local sporting event or a musical performance by a group visiting your town, sharing a pastime that you’re passionate about is a good way to share a piece of your life and interests to help establish a deeper connection with a loved one. Conversely, if it’s a new experience for you both, it may establish a newfound bond that you can explore together over time.

Don’t let ticket prices dissuade you.

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their two close friends, Paul and Jackie Richter. The company provides several Tacoma-centric tours at reasonable cost, including a historic ghost tour, offered exclusively at night, called Boos and Brews, that concludes with a flight of craft beer at a brewery; an antique row tour, which covers seven blocks of one of Tacoma’s oldest neighborhoods; and the Get to Know Tacoma Tour, offering guests an in-depth introduction to the City of Destiny, spanning 10 blocks along vibrant Pacific Avenue.

“We soft-launched the Get to Know Tacoma Tour in early 2017, and we offer it more continuously,” said Staudinger. “It’s a crash-course on Tacoma and a lot more interactive than our other tours, because we focus on tasting our way through Tacoma and offer coffee, cupcakes, and some seasonal-dish samples at restaurants along the way.”

Last spring, Pretty Gritty Tours launched a partnership with City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office.

Via the Preservation Office, the company offers a handful of free tours throughout the year, each highlighting and exploring historic neighborhoods.

Lauren Hoogkamer, assistant historic preservation officer, said she has been thrilled with the success of the partnership. “(Pretty Gritty Tours does) a great job doing the research and providing an entertaining and dynamic experience,” said Hoogkamer. “They create it as an open conversation, taking in those stories from community members along the walk.”

On one tour of South Tacoma, Hoogkamer said Staudinger and his team were able to keep everyone’s attention, despite the heavy downpour of rain.

“They did a good job of engaging everyone,” she said.

The tours have attracted up to 100 people per excursion, usually lasting up to one-and-a-half hours, and are accessible to all ages and activity levels. Upcoming free historic neighborhood tours comprise Hilltop at 3 p.m. on June 9; Fern Hill at 1 p.m. on July 14; Stadium at 3 p.m. on Aug. 18; and Sixth Avenue at 10 a.m. on Sept. 8.

PHOTO BY ANDREW FICKES

Pretty Gritty Tours are Chris Staudinger (center) with wife Tawny (right) and son Holden, along with Jackie Richter (far left) and husband Paul. Many of the company’s tours feature Old City Hall on Pacific Avenue (in the background).

Staudinger and Tawny met serendipitously atop Mt. Kilimanjaro during a study abroad trip to Tanzania, while both attended Pacific Lutheran University. Chris had aspirations to be a stage actor; Tawny had plans to pursue journalism and documentary filmmaking. But after making an instant connection over a love for travel, the couple decided to shake it up a bit, and following graduation, spontaneously moved to Pohang, South Korea, where they taught English to foreigners.

“We spent two years there exploring the area and

trying to share those adventures with anyone we could,” said Staudinger. “We guided around other foreigners in the area. We posted 50 or more little vignettes with blogs and videos.”

The couple then traveled roughly 4,200 miles in three weeks across the U.S. as part of a competition, documenting with video, press pieces, and write-ups of things you could do in small-town America.

“It was a good trip, and strenuous,” said Staudinger.

“It was the first time we had really intense production deadlines.”

Needless to say, the couple developed a real bug for travel writing. Up until they founded Pretty Gritty Tours, the couple traveled six to eight months out of the year for their travel videography, blogging, and writing projects, under the name Captain and Clark (Tawny’s maiden name). Over the years they have produced destination coverage for outlets like USA Today, Expedia, and BBC Travel.

Today, the couple stays closer to home, caring for Holden and their growing family. While Staudinger leads a bulk of the tours, Tawny stays busy with freelancing for national publications and online media.

Staudinger said he couldn’t pull off the company’s success without Tawny, Jackie, and Paul. Jackie functions as the company’s historian, exhibiting an uncanny ability to find elusive details in Tacoma’s history. Paul serves as a co-guide and also is the team’s “big thinker and idea guy.” Tawny supports the back end of the operation, handling media relations and logistics.

In development is a coffee tour, a sweets tour, and a wine and weed tour. This last one was inspired by the Staudingers’ and Richters’ international friends having an interest in Washington state’s marijuana culture.

“We’ll explore the different kinds of weed you can blend with wine,” said Staudinger. “We want to talk mostly about how (the marijuana industry) works, the reality of it, and take the scare factor out of it.”

The sweets tour, featuring local donut shops, Brown & Haley’s Almond Roca, and cupcakes, will debut at 11 a.m. on July 21. One other date set is a live history event at Anthem Coffee on Pacific Avenue at 3 p.m. on June 30. Visit prettygrittytours.com for a full-listing of tours and pricing.

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designed the one-time credit in a specific manner and will submit ordinances to their respective councils for consideration and a vote. The proposal for unincorporated Pierce County is to create a job credit that will be available to businesses that create at least five new family-wage jobs – defined as paying $65K annually – in 2019.

“While I am not proposing any new credits today, Tacoma has a history of incentivizing the creation of family-wage jobs, and businesses that create these types of jobs in Tacoma can already qualify for up to four different credits,” said Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards.

“These credits – which can total up to $1,500 per year – can be claimed for up to five years for each qualifying job created. Ultimately, as the Puget Sound region as a whole evolves and grows, Tacoma and Pierce County benefit. I will continue to pursue cooperative and collaborative strategies with other cities and counties throughout the area to ensure that the Puget Sound region remains a desirable place to start or grow

a business.”

Business owners interested in applying for the rebate may contact the city or location where the jobs are created.

Additional jurisdictions may join the list of Pierce County cities committed to family-wage job growth.

Leaders present or represented at the announcement included Bruce Dammeier, Pierce County executive; Victoria Woodards, mayor, Tacoma; Doug Richardson, County Council chair, Pierce County Council; Neil Johnson, mayor, Bonney Lake; Mike Courts, mayor, DuPont; Kim Roscoe, mayor, Fife; Don Anderson, mayor, Lakewood; John Palmer, mayor, Puyallup; Ron Lucas, mayor, Steilacoom; Bill Pugh, mayor, Sumner; Kent Keel, mayor, University Place.

Speakers also included Mark Martinez, Executive Secretary of the Pierce County Building and Construction Trades Council, and Bruce Kendall, president and CEO of the Economic Development Board.

The family wage job tax credit is one of many reasons that Pierce County is a great place to start or expand a business.

More information about the advantages of operating a business in Pierce County may be found a choosepiercecounty.com.

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PHOTOS BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER

Travel Tacoma + Pierce County held its annual meeting this month to showcase the tourism offerings around the county as well as highlight the growing industry that has grown significantly during the last decade, to $1.2 billion in annual spending. The two largest tourism locations in the county are Mount Rainier and the Tacoma Dome. Both experienced record growth in attendance recently.

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McMenamins renovating the Tacoma Elks Lodge, which is set to open in early 2019, and the Marriott Tacoma Convention Center Hotel, which will greet its first guests a year later.

None of this growth just happens, although local folks don’t often think about it or see it since it happens around the world through pitches to travel writers about what Tacoma has to offer or trips to conferences for event organizers that land future meetings at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center.

“People locally don’t necessarily see our work,” said Travel Tacoma Communications Manager Matt Wakefield. “It might seem like things are happening organically.”

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Hovis, president and director of business consulting with the firm, made a presentation to the council and board on May 22.

Hovis said while the responses have differences, taken together they prove significant market interest in the operation.

Two are local businesses that already offer Internet service through Click!; Advanced Stream and Rainier Connect. Advanced Stream did not fully address the underlying financial challenges of the network. Hovis said the company would like TPU to change budget allocations so ratepayers cover more of the costs.

Hovis said her concern with the response from Rainier Connect is it does not properly address financial risks and obligations. The company wants to lease the network and provide service, while TPU would hold all risks and fund upgrades.

Wyyerd is a new company with executives with experience with companies such as Zayo and Level3, both substantial providers of infrastructure and services nationally. Hovis said she normally would be concerned about a start-up company attempting such an ambitious endeavor, but not in this case due to Wyyerd’s leadership

behind-the-scenes efforts. Sun seekers from around the country were planning trips to Portland to be closer to the “best path” to view the solar eclipse. Traffic watchers were expecting Interstate 5 to be choked during the week leading up to the celestial event, with promises of more traffic as people flooded home.

“So we developed an eclipse page to encourage folks who were driving through Tacoma from Seattle or Vancouver, B.C. to consider stopping here for a bite, a beer or – if the traffic was snarled as predicted – maybe stay the night and enjoy our 94-percent-of-totality view,” Wakefield said.

The page offered free eclipse-watching glasses and listed local sun-gazing activities around the county. The site ended up with 17,040 visitors.

“While we can’t track the number of people who actually stopped or stayed here overnight because of that page and our marketing, the crowds that showed up for the glasses were massive and our supply was gone immediately once we opened our doors.”

and financial backing. “I take it quite seriously.”

She said Wyyerd indicated an interest in purchasing Click!, which is against the terms laid out in the request.

Hovis said Wyyerd showed interest in many of the 12 policies, such as hiring displaced Click! employees, although its privacy policy may not be as strong as the City wants.

Yomura Fiber is based in the United Kingdom and Sweden. It operates in many European markets. The company stated it will fund upgrades of Click!’s coaxial plant to fiber-to-the-premises and after the lease period, the fiber would be owned and controlled by TPU. The company proposes to provide a free tier of service to low-income customers. The response was strong in adherence to net neutrality and privacy principles.

A concern with Yomura is the company is not well known in America, although it stated in the response it has projects underway in Denver, Atlanta and Charlotte.

“They are interested in significant growth in the United States,” Hovis observed.

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The association will host a hiring event at the Hotel Murano on May 31 to match job seekers with the tourism businesses that need them as well as connect to other career resources and opportunities through event partnerships with the state Employment Security Department, Department of Social and Health Services and WorkSource that include certification programs, childcare vouchers and bus passes. The free event marks Hospitality Month in the state as well as the Tacoma City Council proclaiming this week that May 28 to June 3 will be Tacoma Hospitality Week. More information about the event is available at hospitalityjobs.wahospitality.org.

since TPU considered a proposal from the company to acquire the network two years ago. It has been acquired by private equity firm TPG Capital. It recently acquired RCN Communications on the East Coast and Grande Communications in Texas. It is now one of the major cable companies in the United States, a competitor to Comcast and AT&T. Wave operates in Washington, Oregon and California.

Hovis said it is in expansion mode. It would like a longterm right of use.

Board member Bryan Flint said he liked the fact that five companies responded to an open process, which he prefers to the prior process to negotiate with Wave. “It sounds like we have something to work with.”

Hovis recommended thorough discussions with the five respondents. “There is a basis here for further action.”

Voters say “NO” to Annexation I believe the people have a right to be heard BEFORE the county moves to have Browns Point and Dash Point annexed to Tacoma. That’s why I held a vote-by-mail election. Ballots were counted by citizens.

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FRANKLIN PIERCE CONTINUES MAGICAL RUN

PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS

(Top) Tacoma starting pitcher Christian Bergman has been having another solid season for the Rainiers. The right-hander is currently 3-3, with a 3.29 earned run average. Bergman had a sensational spot start for the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, May 16, tossing seven innings of shutout baseball, while striking out five Texas Rangers. (Middle) Catcher Chris Herrmann gets into his home run trot. (Bottom) Right fielder John Andreoli slides in for a successful steal. Andreoli is has been having a strong season for the Rainiers, batting .294 through 32 games.

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hen it comes to serious post-season teams, it usually comes down to three types of clubs, regardless of what sport is being played. There are teams that scrap and claw their way through a rough season, oftentimes playing above their heads and abilities. Quite often, these teams seem happy just to to have made the state tournament, and are usually sent packing in the early rounds.

Then, there are the teams that are not only very solid, but they feel as though they can play with any team in the state. These are the teams that occasionally make a surprising run in their respective tournament and bring hardware back to their school.

The third sort of team is the type that just keeps mowing every opponent under, no matter who they are facing. When it comes to the remaining four teams in the 2A boys soccer state tournament, you can feel comfortable putting these squads firmly in the third category.

The Tacoma area still has one dog in the state championship soccer hunt, and it has been a bit of a surprise. The Franklin Pierce soccer program has always been solid, if not sparkling. However, this year’s model has been nothing short of spectacular on their journey to their semifinal match against Columbia River on Friday, May 25, at Sunset Stadium in Sumner. This squad is not only undefeated, but they are just about the stingiest ball club to be found when it comes to giving up goals.

In 21 games, the Cardinals have surrendered just 10 goals on the season. This includes just two goals in four post-season games. On the other side of the ball, Franklin Pierce doesn’t exactly light up the scoreboard, but their 48 goals are a far cry from what they have given up. That combination has pushed Franklin Pierce to a 19-0-2 record on the season, with their two ties coming during a bit of a lull in the middle of the season.

However, we did add that they were “just about the stingiest ball club” earlier, and that’s because there’s one team in the 2A field of four that has topped even Franklin Pierce’s defensive prowess. The big problem for the Cardinals is the fact that they will face this foe in the semifinals. The Columbia River Chieftains have been spotless this season. While playing against 3A and 4A teams in non-league affairs, not a single squad has been able to figure out how to get past them.

Columbia River enters the semifinals with a perfect 21-00 record. The Chieftains have achieved this mark with power on both sides of the pitch. Through 21 games, Columbia River’s adversaries have been able to muster just nine goals on the season. Meanwhile, the Chieftains have amassed 62 goals on the year. Their biggest win of the season was in the u See SOCCER / page A13

Despite roster moves, Rainiers show grit

By Justin Gimse

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PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS

(Top) The penalty that made the difference.

When Sehome goalkeeper Mason Kealy followed through on a 50-50 ball and hooked Franklin Pierce's Luis Alavez-Herrera, a penalty kick was called immediately. (Second-left) Gilbert De La Luz battles for the ball. The Cardinal star was later taken down on a tackle from behind. The injury will put him out for the remainder of the state tournament. (Secondright) Brandon Hernandez-Velazquez gets his head into the game. (Third-left) Franklin Pierce's Brayan Valladares-Salvador fights for control of the ball. (third-right) It looks like a scene out of Mortal Combat, but it's actually soccer. (Bottom) Dylan Carver and Luis Alavez-Herrera celebrate Carver's successful penalty kick.

One thing that baseball fans around these parts can bank on these days, is a busy (and lengthy) transaction list when it comes to the Tacoma Rainiers. With all of the injuries to the Seattle Mariners last season, the Tacoma transaction list finished the season at several pages in length. Sure, there were a few players on the disabled list to start this season, but the baseball thinking man had to figure that they would steer well-clear of last season’s tremendous transaction turnstile.

Well, it looks as though they’re at it again.

When Seattle’s Dee Gordon was sent to the 10-day disabled list due to a fractured toe on Monday, May 21, the call was going to be made to Tacoma. Instead of going for some speed to match Gordon’s fleet feet on the base paths, the Mariners went with the bat of Daniel Vogelbach. It would also prove to be Tacoma’s 90th roster transaction in 46 games. After knocking the cover off of the ball in spring training for the Mariners, Vogelbach earned himself a spot on the opening day roster for Seattle. However, the fire that he had found in his bat in Arizona hadn’t caught a ticket with him back to Seattle, and he was soon sent back to Tacoma.

Rainiers’ fans love the pop in Vogelbach’s bat, as well as his fire, but we’re pretty sure that it would be okay if he were to just start crushing the baseball for the Mariners, and say farewell to his appearances with Tacoma. In just 24 games with the Rainiers, Vogelbach was back in great form.

The slugger was batting .301, with nine home runs, seven doubles, 15 runs battled in and 18 runs scored. Vogelbach had also drawn 22 walks, while striking out just 10 times. In his first appearance back with the Mariners, Vogelbach went 1-for-2, u See RAINIERS / page A13

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Sportswatch TACOMA AREA PREP SCORES BOYS SOCCER 4A STATE TOURNAMENT TUESDAY, MAY 15 (1ST RD.) SUMNER - 2, MOUNT SI - 1 GLACIER PEAK - 2, OLYMPIA - 1 SKYLINE - 1, AUBURN RIVERSIDE - 0 PASCO - 3, TODD BEAMER - 0 WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 (1ST RD.) PUYALLUP - 4, SKYVIEW - 1 MT. VERNON - 4, SO. KITSAP - 0 EASTMONT - 2, WALLA WALLA - 0 LEWIS & CLARK - 1, DAVIS - 0 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) SUMNER - 3, GLACIER PEAK - 2 (OT) SKYLINE - 1, PUYALLUP - 0 PASCO - 2, LEWIS & CLARK - 1 EASTMONT - 2, MT. VERNON - 0 3A STATE TOURNAMENT TUESDAY, MAY 15 (1ST RD.) LAKESIDE - 5, STADIUM - 1 GIG HARBOR - 2, INTERLAKE - 1 SNOHOMISH - 7, MT. TAHOMA - 2 REDMOND - 3, NO. THURSTON - 0 KENNEWICK - 3, MOUNTAIN VIEW - 0 WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 (1ST RD.) ROOSEVELT - 4, KAMIAKIN - 0 EVERGREEN - 3, SHORECREST - 0 GARFIELD - 3, SQUALICUM - 0 FRIDAY, MAY 18 (2ND RD.) GARFIELD - 1, GIG HARBOR - 0 LAKESIDE - 4, EVERGREEN - 1 REDMOND - 4, SNOHOMISH - 0

AUBURN MTN. - 8, BELLARMINE - 3 KENTWOOD - 10, SKYVIEW - 5 PUYALLUP - 11, BATTLE GROUND - 0 ROGERS - 11, FEDERAL WAY - 1 CAMAS - 5, SOUTH KITSAP - 0 ENUMCLAW - 7, CURTIS - 3 TAHOMA - 11, TODD BEAMER - 1 FRIDAY, MAY 18 (2ND RD.) AUBURN MTN. - 13, AUBURN RIV. - 2 PUYALLUP - 17, KENTWOOD - 1 ROGERS - 4, CAMAS - 2 TAHOMA - 7, ENUMCLAW - 1 FRIDAY, MAY 18 (LOSER OUT) BELLARMINE - 4, AUBURN - 1 SKYVIEW - 7, BATTLE GROUND - 4 FEDERAL WAY - 8, SO. KITSAP - 7 CURTIS - 15, TODD BEAMER - 6 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (SEMIFINALS) PUYALLUP - 5, AUBURN MTN. - 3 ROGERS - 7, TAHOMA - 6 PUYALLUP - 13, ROGERS - 6 (1ST/2ND) TAHOMA - 11, AUBURN MTN. - 1 (3RD/4TH) SATURDAY, MAY 19 (LOSER OUT) ENUMCLAW - 6, BELLARMINE - 1 CAMAS - 1, SKYVIEW - 1 KENTWOOD - 6, FED. WAY - 1 AUBURN RIV. - 11, CURTIS - 1 KENTWOOD - 11, AUBURN RIV. - 1 CAMAS - 9, ENUMCLAW - 1 KENTWOOD - 5, CAMAS - 2 (5TH/6TH) AUBURN RIV. - 5, ENUMCLAW - 2 (7TH/OUT)

2A STATE TOURNAMENT TUESDAY, MAY 15 (1ST RD.) FRANKLIN PIERCE - 2, E. VALLEY - 1 HIGHLINE - 3, WOODLAND - 1 SEQUIM - 1, TOPPENISH - 0 BURLINGTON-EDISON - 2, PULLMAN - 0

3A WCD DISTRICT TOURNAMENT THURSDAY, MAY 17 (1ST RD.) NO. THURSTON - 16, SPAN. LAKE - 6 BONNEY LAKE - 11, C. KITSAP - 1 GIG HARBOR - 16, WILSON - 2 KELSO - 16, LAKES - 1 PENINSULA - 16, MTN. VIEW - 15 STADIUM - 11, SHELTON - 1 PRAIRIE - 17, BETHEL - 9 YELM - 5, EVERGREEN - 4

WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 (1ST RD.) BELLINGHAM - 4, FIFE - 0 ARCH. MURPHY - 3, N. KITSAP - 1 COLUMBIA RIVER - 3, CLARKSTON - 2 SEHOME - 3, R.A. LONG - 1

THURSDAY, MAY 17 (2ND RD.) BONNEY LAKE - 6, NO. THURSTON - 3 KELSO - 5, GIG HARBOR - 4 STADIUM - 6, PENINSULA - 1 PRAIRIE - 6, YELM - 3

FRIDAY, MAY 18 (2ND RD.) FRANKLIN PIERCE - 2, SEHOME - 1 (SHOOTOUT 4-2)

THURSDAY, MAY 17 (LOSER OUT) C. KITSAP - 12, SPANAWAY LAKE - 3 WILSON - 16, LAKES - 0 MTN. VIEW - 5, SHELTON - 4 EVERGREEN - 19, BETHEL - 0

SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) ROOSEVELT - 5, KENNEWICK - 1

SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) HIGHLINE - 1, BELLINGHAM - 0 BURL.-EDISTON - 4, SEQUIM - 3 (2OT) COLUMBIA RIVER - 3, ARCH. MURPHY - 1 1A STATE TOURNAMENT TUESDAY, MAY 15 (1ST RD.) SO. WHIDBEY - 5, KLAHOWYA - 4 (OT) UNIV. PREP - 3, VASHON - 2 SEATTLE ACADEMY - 2, LA CENTER - 0 OVERLAKE - 0, WHITE SALMON - 0 WINLOCK/TOLEDO - 4, COLVILLE - 0 WAHLUKE - 2, BRIDGEPORT - 0 ROYAL - 1, BREWSTER - 0 HIGHLAND - 1, LAKESIDE - 0 FRIDAY, MAY 18 (2ND RD.) ROYAL - 1, HIGHLAND - 0 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) SEA. ACADEMY - 2, SO. WHIDBEY - 1 OVERLAKE - 2, UNIV. PREP - 0 WAHLUKE - 4, WINLOCK/TOLEDO - 0 FASTPITCH 4A WCD DISTRICT TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, MAY 18 AUBURN RIVERSIDE - 8, AUBURN - 5

SATURDAY, MAY 19 (SEMIFINALS) BONNEY LAKE - 7, KELSO - 1 PRAIRIE - 4, STADIUM - 3 BONNEY LAKE - 10, PRAIRIE - 1 (1ST/2ND) KELSO - 9, STADIUM - 0 (3RD/4TH) SATURDAY, MAY 19 (LOSER OUT) YELM - 19, CENTRAL KITSAP - 0 PENINSULA - 20, WILSON - 11 GIG HARBOR - 10, MTN. VIEW - 0 NO. THURSTON - 14, EVERGREEN - 9 YELM - 2, PENINSULA - 1 GIG HARBOR - 15, NO. THURSTON - 0 YELM - 6, GIG HARBOR - 0 (5TH/6TH) 2A WCD DISTRICT TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, MAY 18 (1ST RD.) OLYMPIC - 14, RIVER RIDGE - 5 STEILACOOM - 10, WASHINGTON - 2 SEQUIM - 10, ORTING - 8 NO. KITSAP - 10, LINDBERGH - 1 FRIDAY, MAY 18 (2ND RD.) OLYMPIC - 2, EATONVILLE - 1 PT. ANGELES - 11, STEILACOOM - 0

LINCOLN’S AUBREY SHELTON NAMED UPS MEN’S HEAD COACH Puget Sound Director of Athletics Amy Hackett is excited to welcome back to campus Aubrey Shelton as the university’s newly appointed men’s basketball head coach.

“We are thrilled to have Aubrey return to Puget Sound.

He has consistently achieved a high level of success over his 11 years as a head coach at Lincoln High School, averaging more than 21 wins per season, and we look forward to having that championship mindset continue at Puget Sound,” said Hackett. “Aubrey has been an important fixture in Tacoma and has demonstrated a strong commitment to our community.”

Shelton, a graduate of Puget Sound and Tacoma native, has spent the past 11 years guiding Lincoln High School to an impressive overall record of 237-57 (.806), including six district titles and eight league titles. Shelton led five Lincoln teams to top five finishes in the State Tournament. He has been recognized eight times with Coach of the Year honors.

“I’m extremely honored, grateful, and excited to return home to Puget Sound. My time as a Logger student-athlete had an immeasurable positive impact on my life. Puget Sound is a world-class university with a long tradition of athletic excellence in the heart of Tacoma.

Together, we can build a basketball program that will make the Logger and Tacoma community proud. I can’t wait to begin,” said Shelton.

Shelton is a four-year letter winner for the Loggers, playing for the maroon and white from 2001 through 2005. During his playing career, Shelton and the Loggers won two Northwest Conference titles and made two NCAA Division III Sweet 16 appearances. He was an AllConference selection in 2002 and his name still appears in several all-time statistical categories for the program.

FIFE - 8, SEQUIM - 7 NO. KITSAP - 1, WHITE RIVER - 0 FRIDAY, MAY 18 (LOSER OUT) WHITE RIVER - 9, RIVER RIDGE - 4 SEQUIM - 9, WASHINGTON - 6 STEILACOOM - 7, ORTING - 0 LINDBERGH - 10, EATONVILLE - 5 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (SEMIFINALS) PT. ANGELES - 14, OLYMPIC - 8 NORTH KITSAP - 9, FIFE - 0 PT. ANGELES - 6, NO. KITSAP - 1 (1ST/2ND) OLYMPIC - 15, FIFE - 9 (3RD/4TH) SATURDAY, MAY 19 (LOSER OUT) WHITE RIVER - 11, SEQUIM - 3 LINDBERGH - 4, STEILACOOM - 3 WH. RIVER - 7, LINDBERGH - 0 (5TH/OUT) 1A WCD DISTRICT TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, MAY 18 BELL. CHRISTIAN - 11, KLAHOWYA - 2 COUPEVILLE - 5, VASHON - 3 BELL. CHRIST. - 14, C-VILLE - 1 (1ST) KLAHOWYA - 11, VASHON - 1 KLAHOWYA - 7, COUPEVILLE - 4 (2ND) BASEBALL 4A STATE TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 19 (1ST RD.) TODD BEAMER - 4, ISSAQUAH - 1 RICHLAND - 10, TAHOMA - 0 FED. WAY - 12, MT. VERNON - 2 PUYALLUP - 4, KENTLAKE - 1 JACKSON - 3, SO. KITSAP - 0 SKYVIEW - 8, INGLEMOOR - 0 WENATCHEE - 3, CHIAWANA - 0 MOSES LAKE - 3, MEAD - 1 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) RICHLAND - 6, TODD BEAMER - 2 FED. WAY - 6, PUYALLUP - 5 SKYVIEW - 2, JACKSON - 1 WENATCHEE - 8, MOSES LAKE - 5 3A STATE TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 19 (1ST RD.) EDMONDS-WD. - 6, M. ISLAND - 3 CAPITAL - 3, LAKESIDE - 2 KELSO - 7, GIG HARBOR - 4 O’DEA - 10, CENTRAL KITSAP - 0 EAST. CATHOLIC - 6, ARLINGTON - 5 BONNEY LAKE - 12, M-PILCHUCK - 6 SOUTHRIDGE - 3, SHELTON - 1 KENNEWICK - 6, BAINBRIDGE - 0 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) EDMONDS-WOOD. - 11, CAPITAL - 6 KELSO - 9, O’DEA - 0 EAST. CATH. - 12, BONNEY LK. - 1 SOUTHRIDGE - 8, KENNEWICK - 3 2A STATE TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 19 (1ST RD.) NO. KITSAP - 11, CENTRALIA - 1 W.F. WEST - 5, EPHRATA - 2 SEHOME - 6, R.A. LONG - 5 ELLENSBURG - 7, FIFE - 5 MT. TERRACE - 5, PT. ANGELES - 2 HIGHLINE - 5, BURL-EDISON - 4 LIBERTY - 7, SELAH - 1 W. VALLEY - 4, STEILACOOM - 1

KING’S WAY - 1, MERIDIAN - 0 MONTESANO - 5, UNIV. PREP - 0 CEDER PARK - 12, CH. WRIGHT - 2 COLLEGE PLACE - 2, OKANOGAN - 1 FREEMAN - 10, KIONA BENTON - 0 SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) CASHMERE - 5, CONNELL - 0 KING’S WAY - 4, LA CENTER - 0 CEDAR PARK - 7, MONTESANO - 2 FREEMAN - 7, COLLEGE PLACE - 6

MAY 23 – JUNE 10 THURSDAY, MAY 23 – TRACK State Track & Field Meet Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 3:30 p.m.

1B STATE TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 19 (1ST RD.) POMEROY - 7, ODESSA - 3 ALMIRA-C.H. - 7, SUNNYSIDE CH. - 1 EVERGREEN LUTH. - 10, QUILCENE - 4 COLTON - 9, NASELLE - 6

THURSDAY, MAY 24 – BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 19 (SEMIFINALS) ALMIRA-C.H. - 2, POMEROY -0 COLTON - 2, EVERGREEN LUTH. - 1

FRIDAY, MAY 25 – TRACK State Track & Field Meet Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 9 a.m.

GIRLS WATER POLO FRIDAY, MAY 18 CURTIS - 19, INGRAHAM - 1 SATURDAY, MAY 19 CURTIS - 15, MERCER ISLAND - 3 CURTIS - 16, BELLEVUE - 2 (REGION II CHAMPIONS) COLLEGE BASEBALL FRIDAY, MAY 18 BIG BEND CC - 5, TACOMA CC - 2 DOUGLAS CC - 8, PIERCE COLLEGE - 6 SATURDAY, MAY 19 TACOMA CC - 11, CHEMEKETA - 9 BIG BEND CC - 8, TACOMA CC - 6 PIERCE COLLEGE - 18, DOUGLASS CC - 15 SUNDAY, MAY 20 PIERCE COLLEGE - 5, CC OF SPOKANE - 1 CC OF SPOKANE - 14, PIERCE COLLEGE - 4 MEN’S SOCCER EVERGREEN PREMIER LEAGUE (EPLWA) SATURDAY, MAY 19 SPOKANE - 4, TRI-CITIES - 3 OLY TOWN - 1, YAKIMA UTD. - 1 SEATTLE STARS - 4, VANCOUVER - 0 OLYMPIC - 1, BELLINGHAM UTD. - 0 SUNDAY, MAY 20 WASH. PREMIER - 3, BELLINGHAM UTD. - 1 WOMEN’S SOCCER NORTHWEST PREMIER LEAGUE (NWPL) SATURDAY, MAY 19 WASH. PREMIER - 3, TWIN CITY UN. - 0 SEATTLE STARS - 2, WASH. TIMBERS - 0 SUNDAY, MAY 20 YAKIMA UTD. - 3, NCW ALLIANCE - 2 CAPITAL FC - 3, OLYMPIC - 2

SATURDAY, MAY 19 (2ND RD.) W.F. WEST - 8, NO. KITSAP - 6 ELLENSBURG - 14, SEHOME - 1 MT. TERRACE - 3, HIGHLINE - 0 W. VALLEY - 4, LIBERTY - 3 1A STATE TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 19 (1ST RD.) CASHMERE - 7, NACHES VALLEY - 3 CONNELL - 4, CHELAN - 2 LA CENTER - 5, BELL. CHRIST. - 1

Following his time in uniform, Shelton served as an assistant coach for the Loggers in the 2005-06 season, helping lead the team to its third consecutive NWC title, and the NCAA D-III Elite Eight. He also served as a head coach at Washington High School early in his career.

Shelton received both his bachelor of arts in history in 2005 and his masters of arts in teaching in 2006 at Puget Sound. He and his wife, Courtney, also a Puget Sound graduate, reside in Tacoma with their daughter Claire.

“I cannot thank the Lincoln community, students, teachers, and administration enough for their incredible support over the past 11 years,” said Shelton. “The relationships and memories I’ve had as an Abe will be forever cherished.”

TACOMA/PIERCE COUNTY VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS NEEDED The Tacoma-Pierce County Volleyball Officials Board is in need of individuals who are interested in officiating middle school, junior high, senior high, college, and recreation department volleyball matches throughout Pierce County. Line judges are also needed for local high school matches. A comprehensive training program scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 21, Sunday, Aug. 26 and Monday, Aug. 27, is offered for all new officials and the opportunities to advance in the organization are extensive.

For students, retirees, or former athletes looking to reconnect with a sport, officiating high school and middle school sports is also an excellent way to earn some extra income and provide a great service to the teams. Registration is due no later than Thursday, Aug. 9, so please contact us immediately.

For additional information on becoming a volleyball official, please visit our website attpcvob.com and contact Marc Blau at (253) 677-2872 or mhblau@comcast.net.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 3A Semis - Redmond vs. Roosevelt Sparks Stadium, Puyallup - 2 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 1A Semis - Sea. Academy vs. Overlake Sunset Stadium, Sumner - 2 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 3A Semis - Lakeside vs. Garfield Sparks Stadium, Puyallup - 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 1A Semis - Wahluke vs. Royal Sunset Stadium, Sumner - 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 – SOCCER Sounders Women vs. Thurston SC Starfire Stadium – 5 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 4A Semis - Eastmont vs. Pasco Sparks Stadium, Puyallup - 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 2A Semis - Highline vs. Burl. Edison Sunset Stadium, Sumner - 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 – SOCCER Sounders U23 vs. TSS Rovers Starfire Stadium – 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 4A Semis - Sumner vs. Skyline Sparks Stadium, Puyallup - 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 25 - SOCCER 2A Semis - Franklin Pierce vs. Col. River Sunset Stadium, Sumner - 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 26 – TRACK State Track & 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.

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.

SATURDAY, MAY 26 – SOCCER Sounders Women vs. Washington Premier Sunset Stadium – 8 p.m.

SUNDAY, MAY 27 – SOCCER Sounders U23 vs. Lane United Sunset Stadium – 2 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.

SUNDAY, JUNE 3 – SOCCER Sounders U23 vs. Calgary Foothills Sunset Stadium – 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9 - BOXING Battle at the Boat 116 Emerald Queen Casino - 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, JUNE 10 – SOCCER Sounders S2 vs. OKC Energy Cheney Stadium – 1:30 p.m.

STATE CHAMPIONS 2X!!!

For several years, the Tacoma Tsunami rugby team has been carrying the banner for Tacoma's high school youth on the field of play. As a matter of fact, the boys won the state championship last season. Now, with involvement in the sport booming in Grit City, not only do the Tsunami have a junior varsity program, but the high school girls have jumped into the mix, with a varsity and junior varsity team of their own. In all, there are now over 160 youths in the Tacoma Tsunami rugby program.

On Saturday, May 19, the girls pulled a first-year rarity. The Tsunami ladies edged Kentwood 34-28 to capture the girls' state championship in front of a packed house at the Portland Avenue Play Field.

A couple of hours later, the boys took to the field to defend their state championship and it was a nail-biter for the fans. In the end, Tacoma topped Liberty RFC by a score of 31-29. High school bragging rights are officially anchored in Tacoma until next spring.

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RACERS COME TOGETHER AT DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS

WINNERS! Community Final Olympic - MMA (1:40.09); Community Final Cascade - TPS Dragon Masters (1:36.35); Community Final Orca - Wellness Warriors (1:37.52); Community Final Tacoma - MB Little Dragons (1:36.26); Community Final Rainier - Boeing Flyin' Dragons (1:23.84); Women Final B - OWLS DragonFlies (2:49.33); Mixed Final B - Gig Harbor Dragons (2:33.64); Women Final A - Amazon Dragons Paddling Club (2:42.02); Mixed Final A - Seattle Flying Dragons - Fire Dragons (2:19.71).

By Carli Ricker

Tacoma Weekly Correspondent

A typical Saturday along the Thea Foss Waterway can be quite peaceful. Families can be spotted out on bike rides while others take a stroll along the water’s edge with their dogs. A boat might peacefully hum past if the weather deems the day warm enough. This past Saturday though, wasn’t typical as the usual peace was disrupted by pounding drums, restless waters, and 38 tents, each serving as base camp for hundreds of eager competitors.

On Saturday, May 19, Thea’s Park was overtaken by the Rainier Dragon Boat Festival, hosted by the Tacoma Dragon Boat Association.

While the sport of dragon boat racing is still gaining traction in the states, it has long been practiced in Chinese culture. The tradition began 2,400 years ago, when a prominent and beloved advisor, Qu Yuan, drowned. His followers raced by boat into the waters to rescue him and paddled to ward off evil forces, though their rescue efforts were unsuccessful. Today, dragon boat racing remembers

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To begin the day, an opening ceremony was held where the origin of dragon boat racing was shared along with the Blessing and Dotting of the Eyes ceremony. The Blessing consisted of a prayer for safety and good competition by Laurie Brown, chief experience officer at CHI Franciscan Health, a sponsor of the festival. The Dotting of the Eyes was performed by representatives from event sponsors the Tacoma Dragon Boat Association, MultiCare, and CHI Franciscan Health. Each representative painted eyes on four dragon heads, which would later be placed at the front of the boats used in the races.

Following the opening ceremony was a captain’s meeting and then, finally, the main event: the races.

Races were divided into community and club teams and were scheduled in heats with three to four boats per heat.

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During the races, callers and their drum beats could be heard from shore, and it was mesmerizing to watch each boat stay in perfect rhythm with each other and speed across the water. It was clear that in order for a team to be successful every member had to stay focused and put forth his or her best effort to stay in sync and paddle hard.

The theme of teamwork is evident even outside the boat as Steve Wickline, captain and paddler for Mary Bridge’s team MB Little Dragons, shared that racing and working towards a common goal brings the team together both in the boat and in the office.

One of the best aspects of the Rainier Dragon Boat Festival was how welcoming and inclusive it was towards paddlers of all skill levels. Some participants had been competing for years, while for others it was their first race ever. Kenley Borgerson, a senior at St. Mary’s Academy in Portland and caller for her team, enjoys how despite the differences her and her teammates have in day to day life, once they’re in the boat, they’re all working towards a common goal. She also wants people to know that dragon boat racing is truly inclusive of all ability levels stating simply, “There’s a team for everyone.”

If anyone is interested in getting involved with this great organization, visittacomadragonboat.org. Practices happen four times a week, at a variety of times throughout the year.

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while drawing two walks and scoring a run in Seattle’s 3-2 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday, May 22.

The 10-day disabled list for a broken toe seems like a first “wait and see” move by the Mariners. With Gordon being one of the fastest players in all of Major League Baseball, we’re pretty certain they’re not going to be suiting him up until that little fracture has healed up completely.

Who knows? Perhaps we’ll see Gordon in Tacoma for a few rehabilitation starts before he heads back up to the big club.

Now, the Rainiers are going to have to buckle down even more if they want to keep pace with the rest of the clubs in the Pacific Coast League’s Pacific Northern Division. Tacoma has already been without the services of second baseman Gordon Beckham, who was batting .300 for the club through 25 games. Beckham was called up to Seattle after second baseman Robinson Cano was popped for an 80-game suspension.

After 46 games, Tacoma (23-23) is sitting just five games behind the division-leading Fresno Grizzlies (28-18). The Rainiers are .500 all-around, with an 11-11 mark at Cheney Stadium, and a 12-12 mark on the road. The Sacramento River Cats (22-24) look as though they should also be in the mix for the division pennant through the summer. The River Cats played Tacoma tough this season, with the Rainiers owning a slim 9-7 mark head-to-head. Sacramento may con-

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state quarterfinals when they topped perenniel power, and defending state champion, Archbishop Murphy by a score of 3-1 on Saturday, May 19.

Something is going to have to give in this matchup, and there’s a good chance it’s going to be a tight contest that goes down to the very last whistle. Buckle up, because if Franklin Pierce’s quarterfinal match against Sehome was an example of what soccer fans are in store for in the semifinals, it may be a good idea to borrow some of grandma’s heart medication.

It was a perfect evening at Franklin Pierce Stadium when the Cardinals welcomed the Sehome Mariners on Friday, May 18. Sehome came into the match battle-tested after a grueling season in the Northwest Conference, which also includes 3A schools. From the opening whistle, it was clear that the visiting Mariners weren’t going to be playing as though they had a mess of butterflies in their stomachs.

It would only take seven minutes for Sehome to put its mark on the scoreboard.

After several runs deep into Franklin Pierce territory, the Mariners finally hit the bullseye on a goal by junior Jordan Byford.

With an early 1-0 advantage, Sehome put the pedal to the metal and kept hammering

tinue to be a thorn in the side of Tacoma in the standings, but it won’t be happening against each other. The two teams have played each other for the last time this season.

Following a 13-game road trip, Tacoma returned home to face the Las Vegas 51s on Thursday, May 17. The boys from Sin City knocked starting pitcher Roenis Elias back to the dugout after just 3.2 innings of work. Las Vegas put four earned runs on the scoreboard before the veteran was relieved, and the damage was done. Vegas would go on to win the game by a score of 8-3, but there was some silver in the lining. Major League veteran Jayson Werth crushed a two-run shot in the first inning, while Taylor Motter notched his fourth dinger of the season in the fourth inning. The fortunes of this club could easily head north if their bats could get back to form.

The following night, Tacoma benefited from an exceptional start from Ariel Miranda. The veteran earned his fourth victory of the season with seven innings of work, while giving up just one earned run and striking out eight Las Vegas batters. Seth Mejias-Brean clubbed his first home run of the season in the fourth inning, while Werth crushed a three-run shot in the fifth inning, in front of 6,301 fans at Cheney Stadium.

Another big crowd showed up on Saturday, May 19, to see another fine pitching performance from the Rainiers.

Rob Whalen earned his sixth win of the season, going six innings, while giving up just two earned runs. Tacoma would add a couple of home runs from Danny Muno and Chris Herrmann to fire up the 7,125 in attendance and boost the Rainiers to a 10-6 victory.

away at the Franklin Pierce defense. The Mariners were winning the 50-50 balls, and their team speed looked as if it just might be too much for the Cardinals.

Looks can be deceiving.

While Sehome seemed to be controlling the flow of the match in the first half, they were continuously turned away at the Franklin Pierce goal. All the while, the Cardinals continued to press their way back into the action. Long passes began to turn into chances for the home team. Finally, with just a few minutes left in the first half, lightning struck for Franklin Pierce.

A long pass into the goal box turned into a 50-50 ball between Franklin Pierce junior Luis Alavez-Herrera and Sehome goalkeeper Mason Kealy. It looked as though Kealy had arrived at the ball just a moment before Alavez-Herrera, but he also followed up with an arm that hooked the Cardinal midfielder, sending him dashing to the turf. The referee wasted no time pointing to the penalty circle, and a yellow card was issued to Kealy. The penalty kick was delivered by Dylan Carver, and he pounded a low burner into the backleft of the net to tie the game at 1-1.

The second half was a dog fight. Players were spending time injured or hurt on the turf, and substitutions seemed to be happening every other minute or so. Franklin Pierce would also have to play the entire second half without their leading scorer Gilbert De La Luz, who left the game in the first half after being taken down from behind on a

The Sunday matinee was a tight affair, with Tacoma coming out on top by a score of 3-1. A crowd of 7,329 saw Tacoma starting pitcher Casey Lawrence go four innings, while giving up just one earned run. Four Tacoma relievers shutout Las Vegas the rest of the way, while Mike Marjama hit a two-run dinger in the second inning, and Vogelbach added a solo-blast in the fourth inning.

The El Paso Chihuahuas came to town the following evening, and Tacoma was unable to find their groove at the plate. Despite a strong performance from starting pitcher Christian Bergman, the Rainiers fell by a score of 4-2. Bergman gave up just two earned runs in seven innings of work, while fanning eight batters and delivering zero walks. Herrmann added some spark in the fifth inning with a two-run blast, but that would be all the fireworks Tacoma had in the arsenal on the night.

The little doggies dropped the boom on Tacoma the following night. It was another rough outing on the mound for Elias, as he gave up six earned runs in just four innings of work. El Paso racked up 15 hits on the night to power their 10-6 victory.

After Tacoma finishes their series with El Paso, the Rainiers will hit the road for a five-game swing against Las Vegas beginning on Friday, May 25. The Rainiers will return home on Wednesday, May 30, to host the Salt Lake Bees for a five game series. Following a seven-game road trip that will stop in Memphis for three games, and Nashville for four, Tacoma will return home for a three-game set with Omaha beginning on Wednesday, June 13, followed by a four-game set against Iowa starting on Saturday, June 16.

breakaway. The Cardinals leading scorer will not be playing in the semifinals, or the finals, should Franklin Pierce advance.

As time wound down in the second half, Franklin Pierce had several near-misses, but was unable to find the finishing move and take the lead. Regular time drew to a close and the teams would now play two five-minute overtime periods. It was also a “golden goal” situation, meaning whoever scores first, wins the game.

It was clear that both teams were pretty gassed by the end of the second overtime.

The fortunes for both teams would rest upon five penalty kicks each in a shootout.

It was here where Franklin Pierce’s advan-

tage in goal came through. Senior goalkeeper Noah Carver would go on to block two of four Sehome attempts, and that was enough for the Cardinals, as they took the shootout with a 4-2 victory.

Franklin Pierce will play Columbia River at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 25, at Sunset Stadium in Sumner. The first semifinal at 6 p.m. will pit Highline (16-3-1) against Burlington-Edison (13-8-1). The winners will advance to the state championship match the following evening at 5 p.m. at Sunset Stadium. The losers will play for third place at 12 p.m. Don’t be shocked if the state title game is an all-South Puget Sound League affair.

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Fear not, there are guardians amongst us THE ART OF GUSTAVO MARTINEZ

By Dave R. Davison

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n your own bosom you bear your heaven and earth, And all you behold, though it appears without, It is within, in your imagination, Of which this world of mortality is but a shadow.”

So wrote the English visionary artist and poet William Blake of his conception that the imagination, far from being a source of fancies to be dismissed, was a means of perception of forces and realms that underpin the world apprehended by our faculty of reason and the perceptions of our various sensory organs. Via a sharpened use of his imagination, Blake claimed to be able to see powerful entities — angels, prophets and other potent beings — which he depicted in his unique art.

A similar process functions in the work of Tacoma artist Gustavo Martinez, who is currently doing a month-long, mini artist’s residence in the gallery space of the Tacoma Hilltop’s Feast Arts Center (1402 S. 11th St.). Martinez, a ceramics instructor at Green River Community College (which is known for its excellent arts program), has transformed the gallery into a workshop where he will be creating some of his series of “guardians,” large creatures made of clay. Through June 10, visitors are free to swing by the gallery and watch Martinez work and view his unforgettable creations.

Raised in California, Martinez received a bachelor of fine arts degree in spatial art, with a minor in Mexican American studies, at San Jose State University. In 2007, Martinez undertook a cosmic journey, backpacking through Southern Mexico and into Central America. He explored sacred archeological sites and visited villages where clans of indigenous potters have practiced their craft from generation after generation from a time vanishing into the mists of prehistory. At Escuela Valentine Lopez in San Juan de Oriente, Nicaragua, Martinez studied the ancient craft techniques.

It was also on that journey that Martinez experienced a profound realization of the sacredness and the life-giving power of water, one of the most precious and most abused gifts bestowed to us by this nurturing planet that is the source of all that we

know.

Martinez went on to earn his master of fine art degree from University of Washington, Seattle. Following that there was more travel in the service of art.

In rural Guatemala, Martinez worked to make ceramic water filters that local people can use as an easy and economical means to clean water for daily use. In the Usambara Mountains of Tanzania — under the aegis of La Paz International Foundation — Martinez helped build a ceramic kiln in a women’s potter village in order to foster economic independence among the rural people.

Martinez has also taught at Pilchuck Glass School. He has won awards for his teaching and his work is exhibited throughout the region. He has been part of the Green River faculty since 2012 and he also does stints at the Sitka Fine Arts Camp in Alaska.

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Monday, May 28, 11 a.m.

War Memorial Park, 6th Ave. and MacArthur St., Tacoma Tacoma Historical Society will present its annual Memorial Day service at Tacoma’s War Memorial Park. Join Tacoma Historical Society in remembering Tacoma citizens who have served and perished in conflicts around the world. The event is free and open to everyone. The featured speaker will be Brigadier General James S. Moore, commander 593rd Sustainment Command, Joint Base Lewis McChord. On-site transportation is available and VFW Post 10018 will provide a light lunch. For more information, visit www.tacomahistory.org/memorial-dayobservance.

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Tuesday, May 29, 7 p.m.

Odd Otter Brewing Company, 716 Pacific Ave., Tacoma “Fine White Powders” is the theme of this installment. Sugar is the granddaddy of fine white powders. Like cocaine and heroin, it’s a plant product, boiled and purified into little white crystals. But it’s been around so

CENTER PHOTO BY DAVE R. DAVISON ALL OTHERS COURTESY OF GUSTAVO MARTINEZ

Tacoma ceramic artist Gustavo Martinez is a maker of powerful sculptures. He will be creating some of his “guardians” at Feast Arts Center gallery through June 10.

The show at the Feast Arts Center is called “Conversations with Guardians,” a reference to the guardian figures that Martinez makes from wheel-thrown forms made of clay. (He is currently using an iron-rich, red clay called “Oregon Red.”) The figures are both anthropomorphic and animalistic. They have big mouths full of sharp teeth.

They have claws, wings, dense bodies, thick skins and firm feet. Some are bird-like, some are more reptilian and others resemble animals like wolves or bears.

In conversing with Martinez, one questions whether these guardians are created by him or whether they manifest

long that its dealers have gone legitimate. The Mexican car tels might have narcocorridos, but the sugar cartels have their own national anthems.

Naughty A. Mouse is a slam poet and teacher based in Phoenix. A graduate of Princeton, and USC Law, he never let his schooling get in the way of his education. His passion is making knowledge accessible and exciting to all. Come out to Odd Otter and hear the mouse weave slam poetry and live storytelling into a yarn that will ensure you never look at dessert the same way again. Info: www. facebook.com/pulpandvinegar

THREE TCC POTTERY SALE

Friday June 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday June 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tacoma Community College, Senate Room, Building 11 The TCC Pottery sale, which happens but twice a year (usually), is your best bet for getting good deals on great pottery

themselves to him and use his artistic and visionary powers in order to conduct themselves into existence; in a process of imaginary perception, akin to that of Blake, mentioned above.

In earlier series of works featuring strong animals and vehicles like trains (his series of trains is amazing), Martinez was conceptualizing things that have strength. The guardians began to emerge as the artist began to notice such entities in homes or temples — like the Chinese-style dogs or lions that are often seen at the entrances of homes. “I thought,” said Martinez, “of how some objects have the power to change the vibe in a space.”

made by some of the up and coming stars of Pacific Northwest pottery. Students of the master potters Reid Ozaki, Rick Mahaffey and Anthony Gaudino will be selling all manner of mugs, bowls, vases, bottles, dishes, trays, platters, bottles and more. Info: (253) 566-5346

FOUR VASHON CENTER FOR DANCE SPRING CONCERT

Friday June 1, 7 p.m.; Saturday June 2, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday June 3, 1 p.m.

Vashon Center for Dance, 19600 Vashon Hwy. SW, Vashon Two ballet dances, “Pictures at an Exhibition” and “Alice in Wo n d e r l a n d , ” will be performed.

“Pictures at an Exhibition” is an idea brought to Vashon Center for Dance by islander and artist Jonathan Kuzma. The unique choreography for “Pictures” is the result of a student and teacher collaboration and showcases Vashon Center’s advanced ballet and modern students.

“Alice in Wonderland” is a contemporary ballet based on Lewis C. Carroll’s well known classic, and is set to Joby Talbot’s beautiful

Guardian figures are a visual reminder that one is entering a protected place and can put oneself at ease. “You get a feeling of being protected,” said Martinez, “once you cross the threshold. I make the guardians so that I don’t have to keep my guard up and I can open my heart.”

Two of the guardians, “Guardian de la Mente” (“Guardian of the Mind”) and “Vigilant,” thus stand sentry at the entrance of the gallery/ workspace. With the space so guarded, Martinez is mentally free to open his being to the free flow of creative ideas so that he can work in a clear state of mind. The space is filled with soothing music and there are a couple of medicine songs or prayers written down on large canvases. The work space is thus transformed into a sacred space.

The idea that we are guarded by forces internal and/or external has widespread currency across many cultures. Martinez mentions the idea of our having guardian angels looking after us as an example. He also mentions benevolent beings like the Mesoamerican Quetzalcoatl as examples of concretions of protective energy.

Martinez views his work as a process of healing. Creation is vitality. Vitality is life. In being an artist, Martinez vitalizes himself through the act of creating.

One task of the artist is to also serve as a conduit of creative vitality to others. “The more personal I get in my work,” says Martinez, “the more universal it becomes.” What is healing and vitalizing to the artist is also healing and vitalizing to others.

Martinez radiates that vitality and openness in his interactions with others as well as with the animals and plants with whom we share this world.

Do yourself a favor and pay a visit to the Feast Arts Center and check out the artist in the process of creating his own show.

Witness for yourself how the guardians come into being. Martinez will be in the gallery space on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is best to check in with the gallery to make sure that the doors are open. Call (360) 531-0064 or e-mail www.feastartscenter@ gmail.com. On June 10, there will be a closing reception and gallery talk that will sum up the month-long residency project.

For more on Martinez, visit gustavomartinez.weebly.com. For more on Feast Arts Center, visit www.fesatarts.com or www. facebook.com/feastarts.

score. Alice follows the White Rabbit, and meets many interesting characters danced by ballet, tap, modern, hip hop and creative movement students from Vashon Center for Dance. Advance tickets: $12 member/student, $14 senior, $16 general. $18 for all tickets at door. Info: vashoncenterforthearts. org/event/dance-spring-concert/2018-06-01/

FIVE CHAIR AFFAIR

Tuesday, June 5, 6 p.m.

Foss Waterway Seaport, 705 Dock St., Tacoma Join NW Furniture Bank for the ninth annual Chair Affair, benefiting the mission of the Northwest Furniture Bank.

Admire the sweeping water views and wood work in the unique setting of Foss Waterway Seaport. Guests will also enjoy a sit-down dinner catered by Snuffin’s Catering followed by a spirited live auction featuring an incredible assortment of packages. This unique event features amazing one-of-a-kind chairs created by local artists in addition to a variety of auction packages during the silent auction.

Tickets are available for purchase through the website: www.nwfurniturebank.org.

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ART NEWS ROUNDUP Hit the beach

INTERNATIONAL ARTIST TO CREATE BAJA BEACH SAND SCULPTURE FOR WORLD OCEAN WEEKEND AT POINT DEFIANCE ZOO It’s not summer yet, but Baja Beach is already taking shape on the main lawn at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

At 15-to-17 feet tall and 25-to-30 feet wide, the gigantic 360-degree sand sculpture is bound to get guests at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in the mood to celebrate all manner of sea creatures during World Ocean Weekend on June 2 and June 3. The weekend is a twoday homage to the life-giving role of the Earth’s seas.

The sculpture also is designed to herald the coming of the zoo’s Pacific Seas Aquarium, scheduled to open later this summer.

International sand sculptor Sue McGrew, a Tacoma native, will create the work on the zoo’s central lawn later this month, using a staggering 100 tons of sand. And she’ll feature many of the animals to be found inside the new aquarium.

A scalloped hammerhead shark, a green sea turtle, spider crab and giant Pacific octopus will headline an entire underwater landscape sculpted by McGrew and her crew.

After loading in 75 cubic yards of specially sourced sand and compacting it into wooden forms built by zoo staff, the team will take around two weeks to complete the main sculpture, as well as a smaller

satellite work.

Extra sand will go into a sandbox in which kids can get in a bit of playtime. McGrew will give sand sculpting workshops on June 2-3 in a nearby demonstration area.

McGrew, 33, is one of the youngest professional sand sculptors in the U.S., appearing in competitions and festivals around the world. For two years, she was co-host of the “Sand Masters” reality TV show on the Travel Channel. She also was part of the team that broke a Guinness World Record in 2014 for the tallest sand castle ever built.

They accomplished the 39-foot-tall feat near Rio de Janeiro in 2014.

She also sculpts ice and snow internationally.

McGrew first discovered sand sculpting while a high school student at Bellarmine Preparatory School. Competing in a dragon boat race at Maritime Fest, she spotted a sand sculptor at work – and was hooked. That sculptor, Bert Adams, taught her some pro tips and eventually became her mentor.

Adams will be part of the fiveperson team that will help McGrew create her aquarium-themed sand sculpture at the zoo.

It’s a special occasion for McGrew, who fondly recalls visiting Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium as

TMP hosts third annual Food Truck Festival Tacoma Musical Playhouse (TMP) will host its third annual Food Truck Festival on June 9 from noon to 7:30 p.m. Come celebrate with TMP the start of the summer.

Food truck festivals offer a great way to sample a variety of different flavors in a fun, family-friendly setting that won’t break the bank. All the food trucks that made the TMP list present some of the best food trucks in the area and were hand-picked to let visitors indulge in their culinary creations. In addition to great food, you will find great entertainment and much more. Come join the TMP family (rain or shine) for this fantastic event that is free for everyone. Tables and chairs will be provided.

Food trucks and tents include: • Boss Mama’s Kitchen • Bliss Small Batch Creamery • Ferrelli’s Pizza • HamHock Jones Soul Shack • HomeTown Dogs • South Beach Cuisine • Sweet Dreams w/Chef Bette Anne Curry & Catering Co. • Wildside Wine Shop (open from 2-6 p.m., seating available) Sponsors: Heritage Distilling Co., Tacoma Pierce County Chamber and Tacoma Weekly.

Also attending will be Cascade Regional Blood Services.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF SUE MCGREW

Tacoma born artist Sue McGrew will be at the zoo making an enormous sand sculpture on the weekend of June 2-3.

a child.

“I have clear memories of absolute amazement peering deep into the fish tanks,” she says.

During World Ocean Weekend, zoo guests will see the finished sculpture, as well as play in the sand themselves with expert tips from McGrew.

Those who also come in the days beforehand can watch sand sculpting in action. After the sand is compacted with water into the forms, McGrew begins sculpting from the top, using the forms as scaffolding and removing them as she completes each section. She has a wide variety of tools, from shovels to pastry knives and a horse brush, and even a bit of rain doesn’t stop her.

“We just put on raincoats,” McGrew says. “In fact, it helps compact the sand. If there’s a lot of rain, we go get a coffee.”

When the sculpture’s done, it’s coated with an environmentally friendly glue that seals it from the weather. Depending on the sand, McGrew’s sculptures have withstood even tropical storms.

The most challenging part of the zoo sculpture?

“Probably the spider crab legs,” says McGrew. “They’re so skinny.

I’ll have to support them with (sand) coral or seaweed. Sand sculpting is a kind of magic trick – you have to make something look 3D when the material is super-delicate. You always have to think about gravity.

It’s a fun challenge.”

And the ephemerality of her art form doesn’t bother McGrew – in fact, it’s the best part.

“Sand sculpting is about the experience of creating and sharing your art and passion,” she says.

“And there is something so satisfying in knowing that once my sculpture has fulfilled its purpose, it will go back to the earth where it came from and not end up as trash in the ocean.”

World Ocean Weekend also includes special animal enrichments and keeper talks, plus hands-on activities about ocean conservation. All activities are free with admission or membership to the zoo.

The Baja Beach sand sculpture will stay up through June.

For more information, see www. pdza.org/oceanweekend.

OUT & ABOUT

Harmonious Funk at The Swiss

PHOTOS BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER

Harmonious Funk brought their takes on the very best of R&B, funk and top 40 tunes to the Swiss last Saturday night with energy and flash that kept the dance floor full throughout the night.

Chris Young, Kane Brown Dome show popular with the ladies

By Bill Bungard

TW man on the scene

I showed up for Chris Young’s “Losing Sleep World Tour” less than ecstatic to photograph yet another country concert from the sound boards but much to my surprise the Tacoma Dome was set up for a more intimate show. The Dome seating was shrunken down to half of its normal size, with a crowd of approximately 8,000 — mostly women of all ages, some with men as accessories.

Australian transplant Morgan Evans was an astounding opener, capturing the crowd’s attention playing solo in front of a tarped background. Next up was the up-and-coming national favorite Kane Brown, who brings deep vocals and good looks to a bright stage. Brown performed hits like “Used to Love You Sober,” “What Ifs” and “Heaven.”

The main event was multi award-winning, newest member of the Grand Ole Opry Chris Young who came on stage in a tattered jean jacket armed with his bright smile, country charm and Elvis-like swagger. A full light show and tight six-piece band drove it home with Young on vocals. Usually a guitar band is reserved as a description for a rock band, but with two electric guitars, an acoustic and a steel guitar player in the flanks, it made for a rocking country night. Young’s catchy melodies and enticing, somewhat hypnotic, vocals would draw anyone in. Young stated that one of the first concerts that he ever beheld was Vince Gill. “I wanted to do that,” said Young, “but I would never be able to play guitar like him.” Nevertheless, Young called Gill and was surprised that he was not hung up on. The two ended up collaborating on “Sober Saturday Night,” which he performed after telling the story.

During the course of the show, Young took time to speak of his humble beginnings doing a Borders Books tour, playing a Mexican restaurant for four

Chris Young

PHOTO BY BILL BUNGARD

hours once a week for Mexican food and getting paid $500 to open for an Elvis impersonator at a funeral convention. He also stopped the show and turned the cameras on the crowd, saying, “Where are my drunk people?” One of the highlights of the evening was a duet performance of “Think of You” with Young and Grammy Award-nominated artist Cassadee Pope, who was piped in on the projection screen. “Save Water Drink Beer” was opened with Jimi Hendrix-style guitar riffs and went into a great rocking version of the song with the crowd cheering along.

All told, the “Losing Sleep” concert made for a fun night and great show. For a slide show of photos, visit www.tacomaweekly.com.

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‘THE LIGHT WE HEAR’ ANDY BEHRLE’S INVENTIONS TRANSFORM LIGHT INTO SOUND

Culture Corner

A GUIDE TO CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS OF TACOMA Upcoming at a community theater near you: “Little Shop of Horrors”

May 25-June 24, Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Pay-whatyou-can Thursdays, May 31 and June 7, 8 p.m.

Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd., Lakewood A Lakewood Playhouse premiere; book by Howard Ashman, music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman. Based on the film by Roger Corman.

Screenplay by Charles Griffith. Directed by Chris Serface, managing artistic director of Tacoma Little Theatre. Music direction by Zachary Kellog. Choreographed

by Heather Covington Malroy.

This is “a simple love story of a boy, a girl and a man-eating plant.” The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names Audrey II — after his co-worker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Seymour as long as he keeps feeding it blood. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out-of-this-world origins and intent towards global domination. This production is a Lakewood Playhouse premiere. Warning: This musical comedy is very true to the original film’s macabre sense of humor. The plant will devour many people and there is a very, very sadistic dentist who a monster too. The production features a cast of returning favorites: [Most recent show at Lakewood Playhouse in brackets] Niclas Olson (Seymour) [“The Glass Menagerie”]; Jennifer Redston (Audrey); Tim McFarlan (Mushik) [“The Pirates of Penzance”]; William Johnson (Orin - A Dentist); Toni Nicole Bridges (Crystal); Brittany Griffins (Ronette) [“It’s A Wonderful Life”]; Joelle Craft (Chiffon); Eric Clausell (Audrey II) and James Wrede (Wino / Puppeteer) [“Peter & The Starcatcher”]. Info: www.LakewoodPlayhouse.org

Macbeth PHOTOS COURTESY OF ANDY BEHRLE

Some of Andy Behrle’s inventions that enable old record players to create sound from spinning maps of the stars. Shown (top to bottom) are “Astrotone,” “Magnavox Astrum” and “Synthestar.”

By Dave R. Davison

dave@tacomaweekly.com

The 950 Gallery (formerly the Spaceworks Gallery) is hosting a show of work

by Yakima-based artist Andy Behrle.

Entitled “The Light We Hear,” the show is simply brilliant — both literally and metaphorically. The various constructions and contraptions that Behrle created for this exhibit are all explorations of the connection between light and sound. You might call Behrle’s inventions photo-sonic machines.

The genesis of the whole endeavor was Behrle’s garage sale purchase of a transparent replica of the rose window (the big, round stained glass window) from Paris, France’s Notre Dame cathedral. The replica was the exact size of a 78-rpm record, which made Behrle ask himself: “What would it sound like if I could play this? What is the sound of light?”

Despite the fact that he did not possess any particularly advanced technical skills, Behrle embarked on a course of invention and discovery to find the sound of light. The result is a device called “Mystical Rose,” in which the replica of the rose window is set on a vintage turntable. Instead of sound grooves played with a needle, the player is equipped with a device that can scan the colors of the miniature stained glass window and translate each color into a pipe organ tone. Thus, as the gothic disk spins, the player reads the constantly shifting colors and translates them into a series of musical tones that can be listened to via a well-crafted mono-phone that you hold up to your ear.

After that invention, Behrle began to come up with more ideas to explore the connection between light and sound.

The exhibit includes several examples of mid-century record players that spin star charts and translate the turning of the stars into percussion tracks or music-box sequences.

“The Gravity of Light” transforms the gallery’s antechamber into a kind of solar temple. Here, images of the sun, transmitted from a NASA satellite, which is in orbit a million miles from the earth, are overlaid with an antiquated, geo-centric diagram of the universe — a diagram made according to the way that medieval thinkers thought the universe was constructed. It was an elegant, geometrical, symmetrical conception of an Earth-centered cosmos.

One of my favorite of Behrle’s inven-

June 1-17, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m., Pay-whatyou-can Thursday, June 14, 7:30 p.m.

Tacoma Little Theater, 210 N. I St., Tacoma Start your summer with Shakespeare and one of his best. Macbeth is a brave and loyal Thane to King Duncan. After hearing a prophecy that he will become king himself, Macbeth is overcome by ambition and greed. Bolstered by the prophecy and his wife’s encouragement, he kills King Duncan and takes the throne. Afterwards, Macbeth’s guilt, fear, and paranoia lead him to commit even more murders to secure his power. His confidence in the prophecies eventually leads to his downfall and he is overthrown and killed by those he has wronged. Jess Allan as Gentlewoman; Nicholas Anderson as Seyton; Rodman Bolek as Macduff; Ethan Bujeaud as Witch/Siward; Jonathan Hart as Porter/ Second Murderer; Adrianna Littlejohn as Lady Macduff; Corbin McLaughlin as First Murderer/Whey Faced Lion; Kathryn Grace Philbrook as Lady Macbeth; Maddox Pratt as Ross; Kaylie Hussey as Witch (Mother); Laurice Roberts as Hecate/Doctor; Ben Stahl as Lennox; Jacob Tice as Malcolm; Dylan Twiner as Macbeth; Jackie VC as Witch; Jessica Weaver as Banquo; Dennis Worrell as Duncan and Kyle Yoder as Donalbain. Info: www.tacomalittletheatre.com.

“Building the Wall”

tions is the “Point n’ Listen,” a vintage box camera that has been retrofitted with sonic apparatus that make it produce sound according to the light level and color that his coming through its lens. It swivels on a tripod so that gallery visitors can point the camera lens this way and that and hear sound produced by the light and color all around.

Some of the works in the gallery show a branch of Behrle’s work that are exploring water as well as light. With “Seasons,” for example, the stainedglass windows from a Christian Science Church are re-done using video footage of the colors and textures of water from rivers and bodies of water in and around Yakima.

“The Light We Hear” transforms the 950 Gallery into a scientific hall of wonders. The inventions are part sculpture, part science exhibit. All of it is beautifully and carefully crafted.

This is a fascinating exhibit. It is reassuring to see the result of a curious mind at work in the quest to find the answer to a riddle or to solve a problem. Behrle has the heart of an explorer and a keen sense of craftsmanship.

“The Light We Hear” runs through June 21. The 950 Gallery is open every Thursday 1-5 p.m. and third Thursday of each month from 1-9 p.m. You can also view by appointment by calling (253) 627-2175.

For more info on Behrle, visit www. andybehrle.com. For more on the 950 Gallery, visit www.spaceworkstacoma. com/gallery.

Thursday, June 7, 7:30 p.m.

Tacoma Little Theater, 210 N. I St., Tacoma Tacoma Little Theatre presents Richard Schenkkan’s politically charged, “Building the Wall,” directed by Randy Clark. Written in “a white heat” fury following the November 2016 election, Schenkkan’s “Building the Wall” imagines a dystopia impacted by President Trump’s border and immigration policies. It’s the near future and millions of undocumented immigrants have been detained in overflowing prisons. Now, a writer interrogates the director of a private prison as he awaits sentencing for carrying out the federal policy that has escalated into the unimaginable. This riveting and illuminating drama delivers a powerful warning and puts a human face on the inhuman, revealing how, when personal accountability is denied, what seems inconceivable becomes inevitable.

“Building the Wall” features renowned actors Scott C. Brown and Ieisha McIntire.

Tickets are $10 for non TLT members, and free for those who are members.

There is a tremendous amount of wonderful theatre that deserves to be heard but sometimes just doesn’t get an opportunity. With “Off the Shelf,” local directors and actors will be bringing some scripts to life that you will find entertaining, challenging and educational to the TLT stage. Tickets may be purchased online at www.tacomalittletheatre.com, or by calling the box office at (253) 272-2281.

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BY GEORGE, I THINK THEY’VE GOT IT! TMP BRINGS A CLASSIC OF MUSICAL THEATER TO THE STAGE

By Dave R. Davison

dave@tacomaweekly.com

“My Fair Lady,” the 1950s musical crafted from George Bernard Shaw’s 1916 play “Pygmalion,” is a fluffy, frilly, funny, flighty and not totally frivolous mashup of “Cinderella” and Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein.” A man brings a princess to life, only to have his creation turn against him.

Directed and choreographed

by Jon Douglas Rake, the Tacoma Musical Playhouse production of “My Fair Lady,” which runs through June 10, is marked by great performances by its lead actors and spectacular costumes, staging and dance.

The story is about a scholar of English dialects, Henry Higgins (Jonathan Bill), who, on a bet with Colonel Pickering (Gary Chambers), teaches underclass London flower girl Eliza Doolittle (Leischen Moore) proper grammar, decorum and speech pronunciation in order to pass her off as a duchess at a royal ball. The multifaceted storyline weaves together themes of sexism, classism and the power of language to both limit and liberate.

Moore is brilliant in the starring role of Eliza, the impoverished, ignorant and strong-willed flower girl who is made into a “duchess” before she rebels and becomes an independent woman. A voice teacher by trade, Moore knows her stuff and admirably carries the audience along the arch of Eliza’s transformation by the power of a sweet, well-trained and emotively expressive singing voice.

Bill, whose rustic-yet-velvety tones are reminiscent of those of a lounge singer (think Frank Sinatra), is a stalwart counterpoint to Moore. The supporting cast also brings in its own share of vocal firepower to the mix.

Chambers, a versatile actor — playing everything from slapstick comedy to serious musical roles — is continually steady and funny as the buffer in the contest of wills that ensues between Higgins and Eliza.

Colin Briskey, who plays the love-smitten Freddy Eynsford-Hill, is always impressive with his rich tenor voice. Marion Reed, in the role of Mrs. Pearce, Higgins’ chief of the household staff, stands out with a sonic power that, one suspects, could blow everyone else out of the water if she so chose. Mrs. Higgins, the professor’s mother, is very sympathetically played by Diane Bozzo.

Andrew Fry, a rather busy local actor, provides much of the comic relief as Alfred Doolittle, Eliza’s ne’er do well father.

Bruce Haasl’s detailed scenic designs and Jocelyne Fowler’s always dazzling costumes go a long way in making the TMP production a visual spectacle to match all of

BRING IT TO BARB

PHOTO BY KAT DOLLARHIDE

(l to r) Colonel Pickering (Gary Chambers), Henry Higgins (Jonathan Bill) and Eliza Doolittle (Leischen Moore) hatch a plan in TMP’s production of “My Fair Lady,” which runs through June 10.

the verbal fireworks that enliven the stage. An ensemble cast fills out the crowd scenes and big dance sequences. Members of the ensemble lend their voices when volume levels need to be raised to the roof.

All of the music and the costumes and the bedazzlement serve to embellish Shaw’s original script, like a rich, ornate cover on a scriptural text. What could have been a hollow rags-to-riches story is given depth by an examination of Eliza after the triumph of the grand ball. She has been made into a duchess and Higgins’ experiment is now done. Eliza is suddenly faced with an existential crisis out of which she emerges as a fully fleshed human being.

Pygmalion, the namesake of the original script, was a king of Cyprus and a sculptor who made a statue of a woman so beautiful that he fell in love with her. The goddess Aphrodite brought the statue to life and Pygmalion married her. Shaw played with this theme of the life-giver and his created woman with Higgins and Eliza. When she is first encountered, Eliza, from Higgins’ point of view, is raw, human clay. (He calls her things like “crushed cabbage leaves,” “baggage,” and “insect.”) Many of her utterances are rustic exclamations (“garm!”) or inarticulate sounds. It is as if she feels raw, undefined sensations, but not specific emotions. Her first song, “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?” expresses her desires, which amount to warmth, comfort and companionship. She certainly has no desire to join the upper classes and so, gets more than she bargained for when Higgins decides to remake her into a person after his own image. The drama is illustrative of the consciousness-raising power of speech and vocabulary. The greater one’s range of language, the more expressive one can be. Self-expression is freedom.

One questions, however, whether something is not also lost

Answering your questions on mental health, relationships and life issues

By Barb Rock DEAR BARB, Like many women, I was trained by my family and culture to always put others’ needs first. I was taught that sacrificing my own wants and needs was a virtue, and that my adult identity should revolve around my romantic partner (and possibly children). I was also taught to trust others’ judgment above my own, because I was automatically more “irrational” because of being a woman. How can I stop this unrealistic and untrue identity? Is it too late to rebalance and restart my relationship?

Signed, Deceived DEAR DECEIVED, Most of these messages weren’t communicated directly to you, but indirectly in a thousand subtle ways through expectations and microaggressions as we grew up. They get through to women very clearly. The way women are socialized to prioritize others first impacts all of our relationships in adult life. Men as well as women need to apply these basic relationship rules whether you are dating again, married, in a casual relationship, asexual or sexual the rules remain the same – especially for women.

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as more and more of life is viewed through the structural framework of language. Notions that derive from mystical traditions seem to suggest that letting go of language and definitions is part of being able to open up to even higher levels of consciousness. But such concerns did not seem to be part of Shaw’s field of vision when he wrote the play.

For Higgins, the gift of language is life-giving, the key to an appreciation of higher things: Shakespeare, science, philosophy and classical music.

Once acquired, Eliza cannot forget the language that she has learned, but is seems to have the effect of placing limits on her freedom instead of granting her greater freedom. Instead of working in a shop, she is now offered nothing but the bondage of marriage (which at the time amounted to a woman’s being owned by her husband.) In the end, she exerts her will and leaves Higgins to strike out on her own.

“My Fair Lady,” the musical version of the script, however, makes the story somewhat confused by insinuating a growing love interest between Higgins and Eliza. “I Could Have Danced All Night,” for example, expresses Eliza’s giddiness at having experienced a joyful spell of dancing with Higgins. Higgins’ song, “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face,” also seems to suggest that, despite his assertions to the contrary, he is in love with Eliza. In the same song, he summons revenge fantasies against Eliza, bouncing back and forth between a sense of loss and feelings of loathing, which will be familiar to anyone who has experienced a breakup with someone truly loved.

As a confirmed bachelor, Higgins also expresses views of women that I suspect were found ridiculous even when first written, but especially now. Nevertheless, I had a sense that

“rights” over, internalize them and stand up for them in every relationship.

You have the right to ….

Say what you need and have your partner consider how best to support you. There is a huge difference between saying “After talking it over and exploring different options, I don’t think I can do that for you” and saying “No, I’m not interested in expending my energy to support you.”

Listen, consider, explore then decide.

Expect a balance of give and take.

Whether it is being supportive for an evening after a bad day, for a few days when one person is sick or for months or years through a long-term illness. This also would include depression, unemployment, disability or grief. Women in particular often find that they drop everything and silence their own needs when a partner is struggling. And then, when they are having a hard time, that partner barely makes tiny adjustments to take care of them (often while expecting lots of credit). Your partner can “step up” for you, even if it takes some work and adjustment for them to learn how to do it.

Enjoy interests and relationships outside your partnership. The rest of your life doesn’t go away when you get into a relationship. The balance of time you spend on things may shift but you still get to maintain your friendships, family relationships, interests, and activities. This also includes your fashion style. A partner who complains when you see your friends or belittles the interests you have because they don’t share it, could be exhibiting their insecurities or have some learning to do about boundaries. This could be a precursor to abusive or controlling behavior.

Life outside of your relationship should be supported by your partner. It is essential!

Be consulted on decisions that affect

 See TMP / page B5

Tacoma Little Theatre to produce award-winning world premiere The American Association of Community Theatre (AACT) has announced that Tacoma Little Theatre has been selected to participate in AACT NewPlayFest as a producing theatre.

Keeping in line with the AACT mission of providing support and resources to community theatres, AACT NewPlayFest addresses the critical need for new, high-quality plays for community theatre audiences around the globe.

With AACT NewPlayFest the winning playwrights see their plays produced by an established theatre and published by Dramatic Publishing Company in an anthology. Tacoma Little Theatre is one of only six theatres in the nation recently selected to receive this honor. As a producing theatre, Tacoma Little Theatre will choose the play to produce from the final selected scripts. Playwrights have submitted their original scripts, and selected reviewers are currently choosing the finalists.

Founded in 1918, Tacoma Little Theatre (TLT) is a historic live theatre employing professional standards of excellence and has been at its present home in Tacoma’s Stadium District for more than 70 years. TLT produces seven main stage productions, seven staged readings, youth productions, three four-night Murder Mystery Dinners and other special events annually.

Educational programs include three four-week summer camps, six after-school programs, a home school theatre program, group dance lessons, and improv lessons. TLT also has a resident improv group and a resident burlesque group. A small professional staff and a dedicated volunteer board of directors manage the theatre. Tacoma Little Theatre is located at 210 N. I St. in Tacoma. Theatre and box office information can be found at tacomalittletheatre.com.

Producing theatres receive the recognition and publicity that come with premiering a national award-winning play, the experience of working directly with the playwright, the honor of introducing an award-winning playwright to their community, and the distinction of having a direct impact on the future of the play. In addition to Tacoma Little Theatre, the selected producing theatres for AACT NewPlayFest 2020: are Boise Little Theater in Boise, Idaho; Manatee Performing Arts Center in Bradenton, Fla.; Phoenix Stage Company in Oaksville, Conn.; Rover Dramawerks in Plano, Texas; and The Sauk in Jonesville, Mich. The winning plays will be produced by the producing teheatres between February 2019 and July 2020.

AACT NewPlayFest 2020 is made possible in part by a grant from the Jack K. Ayre and Frank Ayre Lee Theatre Foundation. Producing theatres receive funding from the Jack K. Ayre and Frank Ayre Lee Theatre Foundation to bring the playwright to the theatre for a work-shopping session and to attend the opening night, and to assist the theatre with production and marketing costs.

AACT NewPlayFest has proven to be a great success with original plays being produced as world premieres across the country: six in 2014, seven in 2016, and six plays currently being produced as part of AACT NewPlayFest 2018. Visit aact.org/newplayfest to see information on winning plays and their productions. The winning plays are available to be produced through Dramatic Publishing Company following the AACT NewPlayFest world premiere productions. Visit dramaticpublishing.com for information on producing these new works.

AACT’s mission is to help theatres thrive by providing networking, resources, and support for America’s theatres. AACT represents the interests of more than 7,000 theatres across the United States and its territories, as well as theatre companies with the U.S. military services overseas.

the other partner. Married or partners who live together, consider themselves highly committed or share finances and are playing house, should make big lifestyle decisions with the input of the other partner.

Even if the decision is ultimately only one partner’s decision to make; for example, staying in their current job or look for a new one before handing in their notice of resignation.

Be shown respect both privately and publicly. You can disagree or be irritated by your partner; but never ever in public.

By mocking or belittling in a way that feels hurtful you can do a lot of damage. They should not act like they’re ashamed of you or put you down in public. They should treat you like an adult and an equal, not like a child or an employee. Sometimes a partner teases because they feel awkward or maybe just in fun, but if you tell them it hurts your feelings and ask them to stop, they should listen.

Grow and change. Nobody is the same person at 40 years old as they were at 20.

Often one partner feels threatened when their partner starts changing in significant ways and they try to pressure them into staying the same. No one can micromanage your life or give you orders thinking they are being helpful. If you tell them to back off, they should. They may be hurt, confused, sad or even angry, but it’s not okay for them to act like you’ve done something wrong or force you to stay stagnant and repress yourself for their sake. They may need to grow and see change as nothing to be afraid of.

Feel safe in your home. Your home is your physical safe space. You should never have to go about your home worried what your partner might do. Even if they haven’t been directly violent toward you, if they throw things, punch walls, make

explosive threats or leave you feeling afraid in any way it’s not okay. If you don’t live together, you have the right to set boundaries on when your partner gets to be in your home. Showing up at your doorstep uninvited or using their spare key is not being respectful.

End a relationship that isn’t making you happy. Most relationships have their rough patches, and it’s a good idea to work on conflict management, compromise and flexibility together. Relationships take effort! But you don’t need a big reason or excuse: “I’m not happy” is enough. If your lives are deeply intertwined, if you have children, or your partner is dependent on you, the transition may be complicated and may require maintaining some kind of relationship at least for a while. You always have the right to decide not to be romantically or sexually involved with someone any more, and you don’t have to answer to anyone for your reasons.

The truth is, we all deserve these rights and expectations as a bare minimum in any relationship regardless of gender.

Unfortunately, like you, too many women have lost themselves. These rights for men or women do not make you unreasonable, demanding, or too picky! Some have the notion that a marriage certificate negates any of these basic relationship rights. Thankfully our society is beginning to evolve and realize mutual respect and shared efforts is the new normal. Marriage isn’t a competition; you are both on the same team!

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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LEONARD BERNSTEIN: VOCAL MUSIC WITH A JEWISH RESONANCE

TW PICK OF THE WEEK: On Wednesday, May 30, Tacoma Community College will perform its spring concert of British music for orchestra. Building 2, the auditorium, is located on the north side of campus off of South 12th Street. This is a free concert and open to the public. For more information visit www.facebook.com/events/1992454757672408/

Friday, May 25 ODD OTTER: Angie Lynn (singer/songwriter) 8 a.m.

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This year marks the centennial of American composer Leonard Bernstein’s birth.

Venues all over the world are celebrating with Bernstein concerts. In Tacoma Temple Beth El will host a concert of Bernstein’s music June 2.

Leonard Bernstein is being celebrated throughout 2017-2019 in concerts and performances around the world marking the 100th year of his birth. He was born Aug. 25, 1918.

Tacoma’s Temple Beth El will host a concert celebrating Bernstein on June 2, 7-9 p.m. Temple Beth El’s annual Reutlinger Music Concert is proud to be included as an official Leonard Bernstein celebration featuring Cantor Geoffrey Fine and concert pianist and University of Puget Sound staff accompanist Jinshil Yi. This free and unusual concert will explore Bernstein’s ability to infuse part of his Jewish n’shamah, or soul, both purposely and even subconsciously into many of his vocal masterpieces.

Bernstein, who died in 1990 at age 72, was an American composer, conductor, author, music lecturer and pianist. He was among the first conductors born and educated in the U.S. to receive worldwide acclaim. As the long-term music director of the New York Philharmonic, Bernstein conducted concerts with most of the world’s leading orchestras. He is known for his music for “West Side Story,” “Peter Pan,” “Candide,” “Wonderful Town,” “On the Town,” “On the Waterfront,” his “Mass” and a range of other compositions, including three symphonies and many shorter chamber and solo works.

Bernstein was the first conductor to give a series of television lectures on classical music, starting in 1954 and continuing until his death. He was a skilled pianist, often conducting piano concertos from the keyboard.

As a composer, he wrote in many styles encompassing symphonic and orchestral music, ballet, film and theatre music, choral works, opera, chamber music and pieces for the piano.

More than a thousand concerts all over the globe will be celebrating the centennial of Bernstein’s birth. In addition to the popular composer’s home country (he was born in Lawrence, Mass.) there will be Bernstein concerts in places as far away as Malaysia and Taiwan. A Bernstein concert in Braunau, Austria, birthplace of Hitler, should prove especially triumphal.

The Tacoma Bernstein concert at Temple Beth El will feature familiar songs from “West Side Story,” “Candide” and “Mass,” plus lesser-performed gems. The music will be presented in an informative and performative style.

Seating in the main concert hall is limited, so arrive early to get a good seat.

Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Temple Beth El is located at 5975 S .12th St. in Tacoma.

For more information, call (253) 564-7101 or visit www.facebook.com/ events/2140829289483106.

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delightful “I Could Have Danced All Night,” which is in turn followed by the art noveau-styled “Ascot Gavotte.” And then comes Freddy’s solo performance of “On the Street Where You Live.” (These days poor Freddy might be considered a stalker.)

On the down side, Alfred Doolittle’s big songs “With a Little Bit of Luck,” and “Get Me to the Church on Time,” which are a depiction of the “undeserving poor” transformed into the “undeserving rich,” seem silly and unnecessary. Further, the 1950s musical styling, marked with tempo changes within a song — which reflect a character shifting moods or debating with himself — also make the whole shebang feel a little dated.

All in all, however, this is a good, strong piece of musical theater that fans of the art form need to be conversant with. Once heard, many of these songs will become part of you for the rest of your life. They’ve been running through my head for years.

Tacoma Musical Playhouse is located at 7116 6th Ave. For more information on show schedules and ticketing prices, call (253) 565-6867 or visit www.tmp.org.

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ALEGRE BAKERY AND GELATO: Emily McVicker (singer/ songwriter) 7 p.m.

BLEU NOTE LOUNGE: Kareem Kandi Trio (jazz) 7 p.m.

BOB’S JAVA JIVE: Bob’s Momedy Jive (comedy) 8:30 p.m.

EMERALD QUEEN BRIDGE NIGHTCLUB: Notorious 253 (dance tunes) 9 p.m.

PUYALLUP ELKS: The Tall and Small Big Band (jazz) 7 p.m.

REAL ART TACOMA: Kid Genius, Keezy Kay, Melly Mac (hip hop) 7:45 p.m.

THE SAFE HOUSE: Are They Brothers, Butterflies of Death, Halfbird pdx, Fresh Water Octopus, HeartRot (punk) 6 p.m., AA STONEGATE: Lil Devil, Sin Circus, Mom’s Rocket (metal) 7 p.m.

THE SWISS: Marshall Law, Velocity, Joytribe (funk, fusion) 9 p.m.

TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Tony Rock (comedy) 8 p.m., 10:30 p.m.

UNCLE SAM’S: The Remedy (rock) 7 p.m.

THE VALLEY: Down N’ Out, Lotus Lynn (folk) 12 p.m.

Saturday, May 26

THE HAPPY MARKET: The Happy Sinners (acoustic) noon BLEU NOTE LOUNGE: Lizzie Sunshine (jazz) 7 p.m.

DOYLE’S PUBLIC HOUSE: The Cold 102’s (rock) 9 p.m.

EMERALD QUEEN CASINO: Asia Fest with Cao Thai Son (pop) 8 p.m.

EMERALD QUEEN BRIDGE NIGHTCLUB: Notorious 253 (dance tunes) 9 p.m.

JAZZBONES: Yodi Mac, Bad Yoshi, Revert, DJ Don Gee (disk jockey) 8 p.m.

LOUIE G’S: As of Right Now, The Face of Loki, Salem Knights, Bleed the Stone (rock) 8 p.m., AA REAL ART TACOMA: Inhibitions, Gutterpup, Zero Harbor, Featherpoint (punk, alt) 7 p.m.

ROCK THE DOCK: Tatoosh (rock) 8 p.m.

THE SAFE HOUSE: Bunny n’ Bear, Greater Space, The Lightweight Champs, Dream Ring (punk) 6 p.m., AA THE SWISS: Hairstorm (80s rock tribute) 9 p.m.

TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Tony Rock (comedy) 8 p.m., 10:30 p.m.

TIPSY TOMATO: Sovereign Citizen and the Non Prophets, International Punk Kings, Lust Punch (rock) 9 p.m.

UNCLE SAM’S: The Harrison Street Band (rock) 7 p.m.

THE VALLEY: NxWxH, Pill Brigade, Barbarian Wasteland (sludge metal) 9 p.m.

Sunday, May 27

THE SAFE HOUSE: Digging for Change, Grandfather pdx, Internet Beef pdx (punk) 6 p.m., AA JOHNNY’S DOCK: Maia Santell and House Blend (R & B, blues) 5 p.m.

STONEGATE: Country Music Jam (jam) 5 p.m.

TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Stand-up Sunday Funday (comedy) 8 p.m.

UNCLE SAM’S: Final Notice with Bob Evans (country, rock, bluegrass) 7 p.m.

Monday, May 28

THE SWISS: Open Mic Night (open mic) 7 p.m.

UNCLE SAM’S: Bartlett on bass (jam) 7 p.m.

Tuesday, May 29

METRONOME: Open Mic (open mic) 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

Wednesday, May 30

TACOMA DOME: Maroon 5 (pop, rock) 7:30 p.m.

STONEGATE: Open Mic with Justin

McDonald (open mic) 9 p.m.

TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Orchestra Concert (classical) 7:30 p.m.

TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: Open Mic (comedy) 8 p.m., NC UNCLE SAM’S: Subvinyl Jukebox (jam) 7 p.m., NC

Thursday, May 31

UNCLE SAM’S: Jerry Miller (rock, blues) 7 p.m.

BOB’S JAVA JIVE: Val Nigro (comedy) 8:30 p.m.

BLEU NOTE LOUNGE: Hook me up Band (lounge singing) 6 p.m.

ROCK THE DOCK: Open Mic

with Dustin (rock) 8 p.m.

STONEGATE: Power Rock Jam (rock jam) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY CLUB: The Hodgetwins (comedy) 8 p.m.

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Coming Events TOP PICK: CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA Saturday, June 2, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Kandle Pool, 5302 N. 26th St., Tacoma Assemble a team, build a boat, and see how seaworthy your vessel really is. Teams of at least one adult (age 18+) and one student (age 8-14) will build a boat entirely out of cardboard and duct tape and bring it to Kandle Pool to test its seaworthiness.

Competitors and their families will receive a pass for a free swim to use at Kandle Pool after it opens for the season. Teams are limited to two adults (age 18+) and four students (age 8-14). The rules are simple: create the best boat you can using cardboard, duct tape, and your imagination.

Only one passenger needs to be able to ride in the craft (though participants are welcome to go above and beyond, and try for larger crew sizes).

A time-trial lap around the pool will be the first round, followed by a “last boat standing” elimination round where the waves at Kandle Pool will be turned on. The event is free but one adult from each team needs to register so that we know how many boats to expect. Info: www.facebook.com/ events/373779029800635/ or www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/index.php?cid=9766

‘LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS’ Fri., May 25, 8 p.m. Opening Night Sat., May 26, 8 p.m.

Sun., May 27, 2 p.m.

Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd., Lakewood “A simple love story of a boy, a girl and a maneating plant!” The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names Audrey II after his co-worker crush. This foulmouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it – blood. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination. A Lakewood Playhouse premiere!

Special showings at 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 31 (pay what you can night) and 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 7 (pay what you can actor’s benefit). Parental advisory: This musical comedy is very true to the original film’s macabre sense of humor.

The plant will devour many people... and did we mention there is a very, very sadistic dentist? Because he’s a monster, too! Prices: $30 general admission; $28 military and seniors; $25 students/educators. Info: (253) 588-0042; www.lakewoodplayhouse.org ‘MY FAIR LADY’ Fri., May 25, 7:30 p.m.

Sat., May 26, 7:30 p.m.

Sun., May 27, 2 p.m.

Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Lerner and Loewe transform George Bernard Shaw’s “Pygmalion” into this musical theatre classic.

When aristocratic professor Henry Higgins takes in Cockney pupil Eliza Doolittle on a bet, he gets far more than he wagered.

Featuring “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “On the Street Where You Live,” “The Rain In Spain.” Plays through June 10. Price: Adult $31; senior (60+), student, military $29; child (12 and younger) $22; groups of 10+ $27. Info: (253) 5656867; tmp.org BOB’S ‘MOMEDY’ JIVE Fri., May 25, 8:30-10 p.m.

Bob’s Java Jive, 2102 South Tacoma Way Bob’s Comedy Jive is back with a hot May showcase just for you. We’ve gathered the funniest PNW comedians who also happen to be moms to get on stage and do what they do best: ignore their kids and tell jokes.

GARDENING FOR KIDS: EARTH WORMS AND SEED BOMB PARTY Fri., May 25, 4-5:30 p.m.

Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Learn how earthworms decompose garbage and waste with Pierce County environmental educators. Bring seeds to share or pick up a few favorites with Parkland Seed Traders and make a fun spring craft with Eat Local Pierce County. Ages: All ages, under 6 with an adult. Price: Free.

Info: (253) 548-3304; piercecountylibrary.org/calendar WATERFRONT DAY PARTY Sat., May 26, 3-8 p.m.

West of the Waterway, 1901 Dock St. Qualifi and ISD Catering presents Memorial Weekend Waterfront Party. Come join us on a spring afternoon, with a beautiful water front view, good food, music and drinks. Lunch available at $10 a plate. Menu TBD. Ages: 21 and older. Price: $10. Info: (253) 732-4647; facebook.com/events/ 2070831636473604/ SPRING MUSEUM FUN DAYS – SCAVENGER HUNT Sat., May 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Children’s Museum of Tacoma, 1501 Pacific Ave. I spy with my little eye...a dolphin? Curious to know what other fun and whimsical objects are hiding throughout the Children’s Museum of Tacoma? Come find out as we embrace National Scavenger Hunt Day (celebrated annually on May 24). Ages: birth-12 years old. Price: Pay as you will. Info: (253) 627-6031; playtacoma.org BROWNS POINT LIGHT KEEPERS’ COTTAGE TOURS Sat., May 26, 1-4 p.m.

Browns Point Lighthouse Park, 201 Tulalip St. N.E. Saturday tours of the historic Browns Point Light Keepers’ Cottage (1903.)

Ring the original fog bell, view the Boathouse with the replica of a U.S. Coast Guard surfboat and more.

Enjoy a picnic in the park.

Ages: All ages. Price: Free.

Info: (253) 927-2536; pointsnortheast.org WORSHIP AND COMMUNION Sun., May 27, 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7410 S. 12th St. Spiritually uplifting communion services. Traditional, user-friendly Episcopal worship. Focus on daily living and life’s challenges.

Nursery and children’s Sunday school at 10 a.m. Price: Free. Info: (253) 564-4402; saintandrewstacoma.org

ARGENTINE TANGO PRACTICA Sun., May 27, 3-4:30 p.m.

Backstreet Tango, 3505 S. 14th St. Argentine tango practica is a tango experience that is between a lesson and a milonga in order to practice the skills you already have.

You are able to stop and discuss things on the floor and ask the instructor for advice.

Ages: 16 years of age and older with guardian. Price: Free. Info: (253) 304-8296; backstreettango.com PLAYDATES: TOYS FROM THE WSHS COLLECTION Sun., May 27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave. PlayDates celebrates some of the most popular toys in America through a look into the collections of the Washington State Historical Society. Decades of fun are represented through playsets, games, and things that “go.” Ages: All ages welcome. Price: $14 adult, $11 seniors/youth/student/military (with ID), children 0-5 free, WSHS members aways free. Info: (253) 272-3500; washingtonhistory.org PACIFIC GALLERY ARTISTS MEMBER ART SHOW Mon., May 28, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Puyallup Activity Center – Premier Gallery, 210 W. Pioneer, Puyallup More than 20 artists showing original watercolor, mixed media, oil, acrylic, colored pencil, ink, collage and miniature art. Price: Free. Info: pacificgalleryartists.org BIBLE DISCUSSION – THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MARK Mon., May 28, 1-2 p.m.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7410 S. 12th St. Bible discussion – the Gospel according to Mark, led

by Pastor Martin Yabroff.

No background required.

Open discussion and practical applications. Price: Free. Info: (253) 564-4402; saintandrewstacoma.org PUGET SOUND SUMI ARTISTS Mon., May 28, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Catholic Community Services, 1323 S Yakima Ave. This exhibition of sumi paintings promotes a meditative feeling in the beauty of gestures, seen in landscapes, animals and flowers.

Promote your community event, class, meeting, concert, art exhibit or theater production by e-mailing calendar@tacomaweekly.com or calling (253) 922-5317.

Price: Free. Info: (253) 5022617

with guardian. Price: $40 for your first eight classes, first class is complimentary.

Info: (253) 304-8296; backstreettango.com

FINE WHITE POWDERS – SLAM POETRY AND PULP STORYTELLING Tues., May 29, 7-9 p.m.

Odd Otter Brewing Company, 716 Pacific Ave. In this free show, Naughty Mouse mixes slam poetry and storytelling in a yarn that will ensure you never look at dessert, or the drug war, the same way again. Ages: PG-13. Price: Free. Info: (253) 327-1680; naughtyamouse.com

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS Wed., May 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Children’s Museum of Tacoma, 1501 Pacific Ave. Whether you want to blast off at a science museum, take a walk through nature, encounter animals at the aquarium or meet your heroes at a historic site, Blue Star Museums can help you create memories. Ages: birth-12 years old. Price: Pay as you will. Info: (253) 6276031; playtacoma.org

ART SHOW, STEILACOOM FIRESIDE GALLERY Tues., May 29, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Steilacoom Community Center, 2301 S. Worthington St., Steilacoom The show features a variety of inventive collage pieces, watercolor paintings, photography and more. Both artists are members of Pacific Gallery Artists. Price: Free. Info: southsoundmag. com/events/ar t-showsteilacoom-fireside -gallery-2018-05-29/

COMMUNION AND REFLECTION Wed., May 30, 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 TAKE A BREAK: CARDS, COLORING AND BOARD GAMES Wed., May 30, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E., Puyallup Relax in the afternoon and play board games, cards or color. We have a variety of games available to play or bring your own. Light refreshments provided.

Price: Free. Info: (253) 5483303; piercecountylibrary. org/calendar

ARGENTINE TANGO ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS CLASS Tues., May 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Backstreet Tango, 3505 S. 14th St. You will learn the basic elements for this wonderful dance by a certified professional instructors. Dancers can start on any Sunday; no need to wait for the start of another series. Ages: 16 years of age and older

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Also offers CCTV, security & fire systems.

253-926-2000

Wanted

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Weddings • Anniversaries • Birthdays • Proms • Graduations Funerals • Round Trip Airport Service • Corporate Holiday Parties • All Other Special Occasions

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CONSTRUCTION

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JT GENERAL CONTRACTOR

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ROOFING

New • Repairs Tear-Off & Re-Roof

Employment Fife Towing is looking for experienced tow operators who are hardworking and self motivated.

Employment is full time.

Pay is DOE. To apply email service@ fifetowing.com or visit 1313 34th Ave. E., Fife WA 98424 (253) 922-8784

(253) 752-8105

Kitsap Bank has an immediate opening for a Full Time Client Service Specialist Senior Float Join the team at Kitsap Bank!

Our Fife branch is seeking a qualified Client Service Specialist Senior Float. Visit our careers page for more details and apply online: https://workforcenow. adp.com/jobs/apply/posting. html?client=kitsapban Kitsap Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Phone: 253-922-5317 Fax: 253-922-5305 Mail: 6812 27 St. W., University Place, WA 98466

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Serving all your hauling needs.

We will haul anything at any time.

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Old Post Cards, Photo Albums, Menus, Shipping, Railroad, Airplane Automobile Items, Old Pens, Watches, Costume Jewelry, Quilts, Toys, Musical Instruments, Native American and Any Small Antiques.

1901 Center St., Tacoma, WA 98409 253-363-8280 www.tristate.pro

PATRIOT LIMOUSINE SERVICE

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You’d moved. Used to own ’78 Ranchero. G.T. 253-343-8670

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253.473.7621 253.732.1419

ELECTRICAL

LAWN CARE

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Employment

Empire Farm Labor Contractors, LLC. is hiring 185 Temporary Farmworkers, Laborers, Crop from 6/1/2018 to 1/20/2019: 60 hrs/ week. Workers will walk open fields, cutting romaine or iceberg lettuce, from the ground, placing it on an equipment tray where a worker will cut damaged leaves from lettuce heads to ensure size and quality of product is perfect and then pack it into a box, once the box is full the worker will lift the box and push it onto the harvesting belt, bell peppers, green beans, and strawberries will be picked, and boxed and workers will provide plant maintenance while picking. Some workers will work on and move irrigation pipes, thin and hoe weeds with a long handle hoe. Some will operate/machinery. While performing the duties of this job, the employees is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/ or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Employer will train for two working days in the job duties. $13.18 (prevailing wage). Guarantee of 3/4 of the workdays. All work tools, supplies, and equipment furnished without cost to the worker. Free housing is provided to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the workday. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided or paid by the employer, with payment to be made no later than completion of 50% of the work contract.

Send Resume to: Washington State Employment Security Department, Workforce Career Development Division (WCDD), Agriculture Services/Foreign Labor Certification, P.O. Box 3759, Omak, WA 98841, Job order #15917872.

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Notices

Notices THE PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS HEREBY NOTIFIES YOU THAT Ms. Trina Thatcher-Squally

ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Northwest Towing, at 2025 S 341st Pl, Federal Way on 5/29/2018.

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

RE: Minor S.T.S..S. dob: 12/15/2016 MAY BE SUBJECT TO REMOVAL FROM MEMBERSHIP IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS for failure to meet the eligibility criteria in the Constitution.

This notice is given under Article II of the Puyallup Tribe’s Constitution and Bylaws and its Enrollment Code.

You have the opportunity to submit, to the Enrollment Office of the Puyallup Tribe, and information or explanation you would like the Tribe to consider. If you wish to have that information considered by the Enrollment Committee and the Tribal Council, you must provide that information to the Tribe’s Enrollment Office at 3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404 no later than 30 days after the THIRD publication of this notice.

Thank you, Barbara Richards Director of the Puyallup Tribe’s Enrollment Department

ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Fife Towing, Fife Recovery Service & NW Towing, at 1313 34th Ave E, Fife on 5/31´/2018. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing of cars from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Registered Tow Numbers 5009, 5421, 5588.

Cash Auction Only www.fifetowing.com

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

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF THURSTON FAMILY AND JUVENILE COURT No: 18-7-00220-34 Notice and Summons by Publication (Dependency) (SMPB) (Optional Use) Dependency of: TARYN LEE D.O.B.: 02/03/2004 To: ANGELINA LEE, Mother A Dependency Petition was filed on March 12, 2018; A Fact Finding hearing will be held on this matter on: June 22, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at Thurston County Family and Juvenile Court, 2801 32nd Avenue SW, Tumwater, Washington 98501. You should be present at this hearing.

The hearing will determine if your child is dependent as defined in RCW 13.34.050(5). This begins a judicial process which could result in permanent loss of your parental rights. If you do not appear at the hearing, the court may enter a dependency order in your absence.

To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DSHS at 360-725-6700 or 1-888-822-3541. To view information about your rights, including right to a lawyer, go to HYPERLINK “http://www.atg. wa.gov/DPY.aspx” www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx.

Dated: __________________, by Linda Myhre Enlow, Thurston County Clerk.

Seeking Woodland artist, semi-retired.

Health conscious omnivore.

Good humored, free thinking man seeks trim, thrifty, child free, non-smoking lady of any ethnicity. Secluded, peaceful, off grid bohemian lifestyle. Here is a streamside forest retreat – not a farm. Muse, invent, create, learn, love. If you value contentment over materialism write me why. John, Box 651, Randle, WA. 98377

Volunteers

Volunteers

need help with living. If you have 1-4 hours a week to read to someone, listen to their stories, run errands, make phone calls, or welcome people to our hospice facility, then we have several opportunities for you. Join us in the new year for trainings scheduled in January and March. Log onto www.chifranciscan. org and click “hospice and palliative care” in the “our services” tab to learn more. Or call James Bentley at 253538-4649

good people who are interested in donating a few hours of their lives helping make the lives of someone else a little better. Donate as much or as little of your time you want for a wide variety of tasks, there is always plenty to do.

If you are looking for a way to be part of something bigger and give a little much needed help to the local community then contact us and we’ll get you started.

Please join us in helping to spread a little holiday cheer. Contact 253-212-2778.

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

#PROJECTFEEDTACOMA There are about 2,000 homeless in Tacoma and about 1.000 beds. Many are families with children.

Please help #PROJECTFEEDTACOMA to provide some basic necessities.

All items donated will go directly to people on the street. PROJECT FEED TACOMA is 100% volunteer. This is a true grass roots organization and they really need your help.

For more information and to find more go to www. projectfeedtacoma.org.

Can you help with some urgent needs as winter approaches? Here are some suggestions and a huge THANK YOU! Needed: Warm Socks for Men, Women and Children; Warm Hats; Gloves; Peanut Butter and Jam/ Jelly; Crackers, Chips and non-perishable snacks; Individually wrapped granola bars or protein bars; cookies; lotion; lip balm; tampons and sanitary napkins; wipes; soap, shampoo and conditioner; gallon sized freezer bags. A BIG THANKS TO THE COPPER DOOR FOR ALLOWING PROJECT FEED TACOMA TO COLLECT DONATIONS THERE.

NW Furniture Bank Volunteers needed. “NWFB helps restore hope, dignity and stability in our community by recycling donated furniture to people in need.” Tuesday-Saturday Truck Volunteers Needed9:00 am-2:00 pm. Truck volunteers ride along in the truck, deliver furniture to clients and make residential and corporate pickups; they are an essential part of the NWFB Team.

To volunteer contact us at info@nwfurniturebank.org or call 253-302-3868.

Wanted: Volunteers for groceries.

Help hard-working families

Volunteer to help an Isolated Elder

Make a difference in someone’s life! Senior Companions and Senior Friends are volunteers whose friendship helps seniors maintain their independence through regular visits and assistance with errands.

Senior Companion volunteers must be 55+, low-income and serve 15 hrs/week to receive a tax free stipend.

Senior Friend volunteers must be 18+ and serve 2 hrs/month – no stipend.

Eligible volunteers will pass a background check and attend training before being matched with an elder needing your help. Call Sarah (253722-5686) or Linda (253722-5691) at Lutheran Community Services for more information & an application

VOLUNTEER ADVOCATES NEEDED FOR RESIDENTS IN LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES

The Empowerment Center currently has a limited number of openings for volunteers in our food bank. These positions will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Come volunteer and receive free groceries! El Shaddai Christian Ministries/The Empowerment Center, 4340 Pacific Ave., Tacoma WA 98148. For more information contact us at 253-677-7740.

City of Fife Needs You!

We are looking for passionate applicants for open positions on our volunteer Boards and Commissions. Openings are on the Arts Commission, Parks Board, Tree Board and Youth Commission.

Applications are accepted year round, but first review will be 3/24/17.

Online Application: www. cityoffife.org/getinvolved.

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: VOLUNTEER MORE, TWEET LESS CHI Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care has some great ways for you to serve the community and make meaningful connections. Those near the end of life

by volunteering with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)! Provide free income tax preparation to low and moderate income households.

Locations throughout Pierce County.

Day, evening and weekend hours available (February to April 2017). Volunteers can serve as tax preparers, quality reviewers, greeters, or interpreters (for non-English speaking or hearing-impaired tax payers). Free training provided. Learn more and apply online at www.VolunteerTaxHelp.org.

The Tacoma Maritime Institute meets every 4th Monday at the Midland Community Center 1614 99th Street East Tacoma WA Potluck at 6:00, all are welcome.

Meeting Starts at 7:00.

Call 253-536-4494 Be a Big Brother!

Becoming a Big is a fun and easy way to volunteer in your community and make a BIG difference in the life of a child.

There are several program options to fit your schedule and interests, such as meeting your Little at school, going on an outing or attending an agency-planned activity.

For more information, visit www.bbbsps.org or call 206.763.9060.

Help furnish hope to those in need!

INTERVIEWEES FOR A NON-PROFIT PROJECT “MEMORY COMMUNITY”

What It Is: We are Memory Community (a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation). The Memory Community Project is a creative service to seniors.

Our Goals & Objectives: To create an accessible resource that: • helps our senior citizens tell their stories • connects the young and the old • increases our understanding of those before us who help us be who we are • honors the generations before us and show our appreciation by preserving their memories • All seniors are welcome to volunteer for filming their story! • At most two days of work during daytime – Day 1: pre-production meeting, and Release Form signing Day 2: filming, ideally wrapped within half a day What we’d like you to talk about in the film: Use 10 minutes or so to tell the most memorable story from your life, the lessons that were learned, and the wise words you want to pass along to your children/grandchildren.

Compensation: a DVD in which you are the leading character, and a free upload to our website http://memorycommunity. org/ Contact: send your emails to deyung@memorycommunity. org Or call Deyung at 360-8509850 for scheduling a meeting.

The filming is free, but donations are appreciated to help the project continue.

South Sound Outreach

is offering free tax preparation for those who make $50,000 or less.

To schedule an appointment call 253.593.2111 or visit our website at www. southsoundoutreach.org.

Make a difference in the life of a child!

The Northwest Youth Sports Alliance is looking for coaches for our developmental youth sports program. Sports vary by season.

Coaches are provided general training and go through a national background check clearance process. For more information, visit www.metroparkstacoma. org/nysa or contact Roy Fletcher, Youth Sports Coordinator, royf@tacomaparks.com or 253.305.1025.

Pets Pet of the Week

Volunteer meals on Wheels Driver

Seeking a volunteer Meals on Wheels Driver.

Delivers frozen meals once a week in the Pierce County area, mileage reimbursement.

Must have a clean background check, WA driver’s license, car insurance and food handlers card. Call front desk for more info: 253-272-8433

Food Bank

Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank on the Eastside of Tacoma, WA is powered strictly by volunteers. We provide much needed food and other basic household items to people in need on a weekly basis. Being a volunteer driven organization we are always looking for

Tipped ear, don’t care. Featured Pets Juno and Junett are two shy but sweet girls who will blossom like May flowers in the right home. Previously, the pair lived in an overcrowded cat colony and came to the Humane Society through our Community Cats Program. Now they are ready for homes that will give them time to adjust to a new environment. In return for patience, their new family will be rewarded with a lifetime of love. One-year-old Juno loves full body petting, brushing, and giving you bonks on the leg. Five-year-old Junett likes back petting and treats. They can be adopted separately or together -- as Community Cats, they are used to getting along with each other and other felines. However, they would both do well in calm homes without young children or energetic dogs. If mellow couch time with a kitty friend sounds like your ideal evening, visit today and ask our Greeter if Community Cats Assistant Manager Jay is available. He would be thrilled to show off these sweeties and share their personalities. Juno: #A525841, Junett: #A525302

www.thehumanesociety.org

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We per accept check,word. money order or Visa/Mastercard. payment to TacomaPayment: Weekly at 304 Puyallup classified ads at time of placement. We accept cash, check, money order or Visa/Mastercard. Bring patent to Tacoma Weekly at 6812 27th St. W. in Tacoma. Email: advertising@tacomaweekly.com University Place. Email: advertising@tacomaweekly.com

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REALTORS

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includes Real estate. Price reduced. $900,000. SBA Financing Possible. Price includes business, equipment, several outbuildings. Over 38,000 sq feet of land. Excellent road exposure. Seller Retiring. Call Ed: 253-224-7109

LONG TIME EXISTING PAWN AND GUN SHOP. Same location last 50 years. Same

owner last 38 years. I-5 Exposure. Freestanding Building with Parking. Provide POF or financing prior to location disclosure. Seller prefers cash on SBA financing. Protected area. Business price is $140,000 + Inventory. RE price is $275,000. Contract terms possible OAC.

POPULAR TAVERN AND EATERY FOR SALE LOCATED IN THE OLYMPIA AREA. Absentee Seller owns the business and the property (Approx. 57,935 Sq Ft) and the sale rice is

$1,600,000 (Business $350,000 and the Real Estate, $1,250,000). This Property Generates a good monthly gross rental income and there is ample room remaining on the property for future development.

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