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the green. The U.S. Open at Chambers Bay was the anchor tourism attraction last year, bringing local spending to more than $1 billion.
ravel and tourism-related spending reached $1.09 billion in Pierce County in 2015, an annual increase of 3.9 percent, breaking the record set in 2014, according to a study commissioned by Travel Tacoma + Pierce County, the area’s official destination marketing organization. The annual total marked the first time tourism spending broke through the $1 billion threshold. In total, some 5,942,000 people visited Pierce County in 2015, a 7 percent increase from the previous year according to the annual Pierce County Travel Impacts
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report compiled by Dean Runyan Associates. That includes more than 3 million overnight visitors, an increase of 2.1 percent from 2014. That volume of tourism dollars translated to the highest hospitality employment since 2000, with the industry supporting 11,080 local jobs, up 1.6 percent from 2014. “It was the perfect storm for Pierce County tourism in 2015,” said Bennish Brown, President + CEO of Travel Tacoma and Pierce County. “Six years of continual growth in tourism coincided with the U.S. Open golf championship being held in the University Place area, which slingshot us into the national spotlight. The tourism community rallied, and the county reaped
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UPS OFFERS ADVENTURE IN THE CLASSROOM AND ON THE MISSISSIPPI
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bridge. The Puyallup River Bridge still needs about $12 million to get fully funding, but the effort continues to replace the aging span between Tacoma and Fife.
PUYALLUP RIVER BRIDGE MOVES
FORWARD, STILL SEEKS FULL FUNDING By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com
The effort to replace the Puyallup River Bridge between Tacoma and Fife is inching forward with a land swap between the City of Tacoma and the Puyallup Tribe of Indians.
The Puyallup Avenue Bridge is 87 years old and shows significant deterioration throughout its length. It is in need of replacement. Work to replace the bridge has been years in the making and will lead to a new bridge that will be four lanes instead of the current three if funding can be secured.
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UPS FLEA MARKET:
The University of Puget Sound Women’s League is holding their 48th annual Flea Market at the UPS Fieldhouse on March 19. PAGE A6
Save Our Water, the group that wants to stop the proposed methanol plant on the Tacoma tideflats, has filed a charter change amendment with the Tacoma City Clerk that is gathering signatures to be placed on the November ballot. The initiative will amend Tacoma’s City Charter to enable Tacoma voters to express their opposition to the methanol refinery, which is projected to use a lot of water and power. The move is similar to the group’s call for an ordinance change to hold a public vote of highwater use permits, but would be more difficult to override. “It really strengthens our argument and we are fully expecting to go to court before we even get to vote on it,” organizer Sherry Bockwinkel said. The proposed charter
born to be an adventurer. His feats include rowing across the Atlantic Ocean in 2006. By Larry LaRue larry@tacomaweekly.com
Listen to Jordan Hanssen (CQ), and you’ll soon learn that the role of 21st century adventurer was his from first breath. “Being born was my call to adventure,” Hanssen said. The pursuit of it began in Alabama and
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continued when Hanssen’s family moved to Tacoma before his 12th birthday. He graduated from the University of Puget Sound (UPS) in 2005 and came of age as an adventurer. A year later, Hanssen and three friends from UPS rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, a journey of nearly 3,000 miles that lasted 71 days.
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POTHOLE OF THE WEEK
N. 8 and M streets Tacoma has a tremendous pothole problem, and the residents know it. During the past couple of years, the city has acknowledged this issue by spending millions of dollars in major arterial repairs with the council’s “pothole initiative.” In 2010, routine maintenance by Tacoma’s Grounds and Maintenance Division completed street repairs on 229,638 square feet of road. In 2011, the city repaired about 150,000 more square feet of roads riddled with holes, and continue those efforts. While that may sound like a lot of ground, new holes pop up – or return – each and every day, which means a pothole-free road might never exist in Tacoma. With the help of our readers and our dedicated Pothole Pig, we will continue to showcase some of the city’s biggest and best potholes through our weekly homage to one of T-Town’s most unnerving attributes. Help the Pothole Pig by e-mailing your worst pothole suggestions to SaveOurStreets@tacomaweekly.com. Potholes in need of repair can be reported to the City of Tacoma by calling (253) 591-5495.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC C OMMENT PERIOD DRAFT ENVRIONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (EA) JOINT LOGISTICS OVER THE SHORE (JLOTS) TRAINING EXERCISE FOR HUMANITARIAN AID/DISASTER RESPONSE The U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) proposes to conduct a JLOTS training exercise in conjunction with the national Cascadia Rising disaster response exercise. USTRANSCOM has designated the U.S. Army to be the lead service in the conduct of JLOTS operations. The JLOTS component will demonstrate and assess the ability of joint Army, Navy, National Guard, and U.S. Coast Guard assets to provide support to disaster response efforts in the Pacific Northwest. The proposed action will take place June 7-16, 2016 at four sites: the Port of Tacoma, Naval Magazine Indian Island, Solo Point on Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Vashon Island. The Army has prepared a draft EA which will be available for public comment from March 9, 2016 to April 8, 2016. Two open houses are also scheduled to provide an opportunity to learn more about the purpose of the EA, why it was initiated by the Army, and training exercise details. Subject matter experts will be on hand to answer questions and displays will be available. The draft EA and comment form are located at: http://www.nws.usace.army.mil/Missions/Environmental/ EnvironmentalDocuments.aspx To submit comments, send an e-mail to JLOTS_Cascadia_Rising2016@usace.army.mil or write to: US Army Corps of Engineers Seattle District ATTN: PM-ER JLOTS PO Box 3755 Seattle, WA 98124-3755
DISTRICT DEMOCRATS CAUCUS ON MARCH 26 The 27th Legislative District Democratic party is preparing for high voter turnout during the March 26 Democratic Caucus. Anyone who considers themself a Democrat will be allowed to attend precinct caucuses however, only registered voters or people who will turn 18 by Election Day 2016 will be able to vote for the Democratic nominee for president. Voter registration forms will be available at caucus locations for people who need to register on-site. To skip the long lines it’s best to pre-register at www.wa-democrats.org. Enter your information and print out a pre-filled sign in sheet to bring with you. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. with the caucus to begin roughly at 10:30 a.m. “I encourage attendees to show up early to allow caucus goers time to get checked in and for our volunteer caucus staff to stay organized,” said Kathy
Bulletin Board PUBLIC INVITED TO HILLTOP MEETING ON VALHALLA PROJECT The City of Tacoma and the Tacoma Community Redevelopment Authority are hosting a community meeting regarding the Valhalla Hall Project on March 16, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the Community Health Care Medical Center (1202 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way in Tacoma). The proposed project will involve the redevelopment of a vacant commercial building located at 1216-1218 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, to include the construction of a threestory residential building with 26 units, two of which will be work-live units. “The new units will provide rental housing for community members at a variety of income levels through affordable and market rate rents,” said District 3 Council Member Keith Blocker. “This is just one of many exciting projects that will shape the future of Tacoma’s Hilltop neighborhood.” Details regarding the project’s goals, intended design and construction timeline will be shared with Hilltop residents and other community stakeholders in a presentation at this event. The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer period, and light refreshments will be served. More information about this event, or the Valhalla Hall Project, is available through Shannon Johnson in the City’s Community and Economic Development Department at sjohnson3@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-5230. PUBLIC INVITED TO VIEW PLANS FOR WATERFRONT PROJECT As Metro Parks takes major improvements along the Point Defiance Park waterfront into the future, artwork will capture the area’s past. Adam Kuby, a Portland-based sculptor whose works primarily inhabit the outdoors, has been awarded a $125,000 commission to create an outdoor sculpture. His Alluvion (working title) is expected to be a permanent part of a new 11-acre park on the peninsula, on the east side of Point Defiance Park next to the Tacoma Yacht Club. The new park is a key element of Waterfront Phase I, a project highlighted in Metro Parks’ Destination Point Defiance initiative, a long-range plan to enhance the experience and honor the character of Point Defiance Park. The final conceptual design for the piece, Alluvion will be publicly unveiled in an open house at 5 p.m. March 14 at Metro Parks Tacoma headquarters, 4702 S. 19th St., Tacoma, followed by a study session with the Board of Park Commissioners at 5:30 p.m. The open house is an opportunity for members of the public to meet and speak with Kuby and see examples of his other public art works, including several in Seattle and Portland. In addition to Alluvion, Kuby has been working with the design team to integrate artwork and artistic concepts into the overall design of the park, which are outlined in an “Art Brief ” produced by the artist. The “Art Brief ” also identifies a number of distinct opportunities for local artists to create permanent public artworks at the new waterfront park, which will be announced in 2016. Read more at bit.ly/1QHPk4h7. RIDE THE BUS WITH RICK TALBERT There is no better place than the bus to discuss the future of our regional transit agencies – and no better representative than a board chair. Pierce County Councilmember and Pierce Transit Board Chair Rick Talbert will be riding the bus with Downtown On the Go on March 15. Join Rick and DOTG as they ride Pierce Transit Rte. 41 from 10th and Commerce at noon. The hour-long bus ride will be a chance to ask questions of the County Councilmember and have a discussion about issues important to Pierce County and Tacoma, including Pierce Transit’s long range plan, Destination 2040. Councilmember Talbert chairs the Council’s Community
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APPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR AUDIT ADVISORY BOARD The Tacoma City Council is looking for applicants with experience in government performance and financial auditing, public administration, and government financial and fiscal practices to fill the citizen position on the Audit Advisory Board. The Audit Advisory Board consists of each member of the Government Performance and Finance Committee, two members of the Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU) Board, and one citizen with the knowledge listed above. The chair of the Government Performance and Finance Committee serves as chair of the Audit Advisory Board. The Audit Advisory Board supports the City Council’s Government Performance and Finance Committee in carrying out its audit advisory, oversight and liaison functions. These functions include: ensuring coordination of the City Council’s audit needs and the work of independent auditors retained by the City to audit City programs, functions and activities; making audit management recommendations to the City Council; and acting as a liaison between the City Council and the City Manager’s Office with regard to audits of City programs, functions and activities that are not under the direction of the City Council. For additional information on the Audit Advisory Board, please contact Michelle Roose at (253) 591-5803 or mroose@ cityoftacoma.org. Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Monday, March 21. To apply, please visit cityoftacoma.org/ cbcapplication or contact Amanda Punsalan at (253) 591-5178, City Clerk’s Office, Room 11, Municipal Building North, 733 Market St., Tacoma, WA 98402. LOCAL FAMILIES NEEDED FOR STUDENT EXCHANGE ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), in cooperation with your community high school, is looking for local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries: Norway, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Japan, to name a few. ASSE students are enthusiastic and excited to experience American culture while they practice their English. They also love to share their own culture and language with their host families. Host families welcome these students into their family, not as a guest, but as a family member, giving everyone involved a rich cultural experience. The exchange students have pocket money for personal expenses and full health, accident and liability insurance. ASSE students are selected based on academics and personality, and host families can choose their student from a wide variety of backgrounds, countries and personal interests. To become an ASSE Host Family or to find out how to become involved with ASSE in your community, please call the ASSE Western Regional Office at 1 (800) 7332773 or go to www.host.asse.com to begin your host family application. Students are eager to learn about their American host family, so begin the process of welcoming your new son or daughter today. see More bulletin board iteMs on PaGe a9
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Development Committee and serves on the Economic and Infrastructure Development Committee. Rick also represents the County Council on the Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Management Policy Board and the Transportation 2040 planning group. As always, this event is free and attendees will receive an ORCA pass loaded with $12. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP to hallyb@downtownonthego.org as space is limited on the bus. This event is part of Downtown On the Go’s Ride the Bus Series. Each year we invite elected officials and community leaders to ride the bus. These events give citizens the chance to ask questions and hear from decision makers while riding on our regional transportation system. 2016 Ride the Bus events will feature Rick Talbert, Julie Anderson, and Tacoma Green Drinks. 10th and Commerce is accessible by most Pierce Transit Routes and by Sound Transit’s Tacoma Link. There is bike parking in the Pierce Transit Plaza on Broadway and across 11th.
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Orlando, chair of the 27th Legislative District Democrats. “Our goal is to ensure this is a smooth, positive experience for all participants. If you’d like to help, email me at 27thlddems@ gmail.com.” People who are unable to attend because of “religious observance, military service, disability, illness, or work schedule" will be able to vote by submitting a surrogate affidavit form, which is available on the State Democrat website at www.wa-democrats.org. Forms must be received by March 18. The 27th LD includes Downtown Tacoma, Northeast Tacoma, East and South Tacoma, Hilltop, Central Tacoma, Stadium, North Tacoma and West End. The 27th LD is planning for high turn out and has divided the precincts up into 7 locations. To find out what precincts you are in please visit the Pierce County Auditor’s website “I am excited to help
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EdgEwood PolicE looking for SuSPEct in thEft, frAud By David Rose Correspondent
The Edgewood Police Department is trying to identify this woman wanted for stealing thousands of dollars through identity theft and check fraud. On the morning of Jan. DAVID ROSE 14, officers say she prowled a vehicle parked at North Hill Fitness on Meridian Avenue East. She smashed the window and stole a purse containing multiple credit and debit cards, identification, cash and a black mini iPad. Then on Jan. 21 a checkbook was stolen during a vehicle prowl in Covington. Later that day, police say she used the Edgewood victim’s stolen ID and debit card to cash approximately $6,000 of the Covington victim’s stolen checks at six different Key Bank branches in Hawks Prairie, Lakewood, Fircrest and Tacoma. The suspect was driving a newer silver Chrysler 300 sedan. If you know her name, call Crime Stoppers of TacomaPierce County at 1 (800) 222-TIPS. All
calls are anonymous and you will receive up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and charges in the case. This is one of the suspects featured this weekend on Washington’s Most
Wanted on Friday night at 11 p.m. on Q13 FOX and Saturday night at 9:30 p.m. on JOEtv and 10:30 p.m. on Q13 FOX. Let’s make sure there’s nowhere left to hide!
HIGH-PRIORITY OFFENDER CHARGED IN BURGLARY, VEHICLE THEFT Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist charged high-priority offender Jacob Gary Reynolds, 32, on March 8 with burglary in the second degree, theft of a motor vehicle and theft in the first degree for stealing a truck and equipment from a Fredrickson welding business. Reynolds, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, pleaded not guilty and is being held in lieu of $220,000 bail, based on his criminal history. “Our goal with the High-Priority Offender Program is to make our community safer by focusing resources on the small percentage of offenders who are committing a large percentage of the crimes,” said Lindquist. On Dec. 28, 2015, Reynolds broke into a welding shop and stole a cargo
truck containing $54,000 worth of equipment. Police received a tip that the stolen truck was spotted at a residence, and they spoke with the homeowner. He told police that Reynolds had asked to store the truck and equipment at the residence, and the homeowner didn’t think anything was wrong because he knew Reynolds was a welder. During a text message conversation with a company employee, Reynolds admitted to the burglary and described how he broke into the shop. Phone records confirmed Reynolds was in the area of the welding business at the time of the burglary. He was arrested by the Sheriff’s Department’s Proactive Property Crimes Unit. Reynolds has five felony convictions and two pending felony cases for unlaw-
ful possession of a firearm and manufacturing methamphetamine. He has been identified by the Prosecutor’s Office as a high-priority offender. The Prosecutor’s Office’s High-Priority Offender Program aims to reduce crime by using data to identify and focus resources on the small number of individuals who commit a disproportionate amount of crime. For example, over the last two years, 149 individuals were arrested and booked into the Pierce County Jail five or more times each. Those 149 offenders were responsible for more than 2,000 felonies. Charges are only allegations and a person is presumed innocent unless he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Getting the munchies is a common late night affair. It’s natural to want to fill up on food, especially fast food, just make sure you’re conscious enough to actually make the drive. Police were called to a Tacoma Mall Boulevard fast food restaurant on Feb. 12 to address a car blocking the drive-thru. Upon approaching the vehicle they discovered that the driver was sleeping inside. Officers woke the man and began to question him on how that might have happened. A routine records check showed the man was driving with a suspended license and was supposed to have an ignition interlock device installed on his vehicle. When questioned why he didn’t have such a device, he claimed it was his friend’s car and he just wanted some food. Police took him into custody for driving with a suspended license and confiscated five grams of marijuana from the driver. Compiled by Derek Shuck
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Our View
EyES ON PIERCE COuNTy It was not that long ago that tourism in Pierce County simply meant day-trippers driving through the area to sight see around Mount Rainier after which the shutterbugs would simply drive home or board buses for trips back to Seattle hotels. Those days are gone. Pierce County has a growing wealth of tourism attractions beyond “our mountain� that make it a destination spot in its own right, not just a one-day outing for Seattle tourists. Culture seekers can get their fill at Tacoma Art Museum and its nationally ranked collection of Western American Art, or at the Museum of Glass for contemporary art forms that shatter perceptions. History buffs have the Washington State History Museum and the little gem of the Karpeles Manuscript Museum. Adrenaline junkies can live out their motorized fantasies by strolling through the collection of zippy and zoomy cars at LeMay: America’s Car Museum. Animal lovers can visit Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium or Northwest Trek. Romance seekers in search of solitude can spend weekends in waterfront bed and breakfasts or in small hotels in Gig Harbor or Sumner, where they can get slices of small town alongside homemade pie. Or they can get all the energy from big city entertainment by seeing a concert at the Tacoma Dome and dance the night away at Tacoma’s vibrant collection of watering holes. The list goes on and on. It is no surprise then that tourism spending is on the rise in Pierce County, topping $1 billion and 5.9 million visitors last year. That volume means more dollars in local wallets and local government tax accounts, supporting 11,160 jobs and millions of dollars in taxes. This rising industry is not only important now but will increasingly become more so as Tacoma struggles to emerge from its grit city passed of heavy industry that came at a cost of the environment and the health of its residents. Certainly heavy industry will always be a part of Tacoma’s economic landscape since it is home to a deep water port that is strategically positioned for serving as a gateway to and from Asia. But tourism should also get its place in discussions about economic development given the amount of money it brings in to our City of Destiny.
CORRECTION The Feb. 26 article “Business Spotlight: Gasperetti’s� included incorrect business hours. Gasperetti’s is open from noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Tacoma Weekly apologizes for the error.
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bE CAREful AbOuT ImPOSINg TRAdE SANCTIONS
By Don C. Brunell
On March 1, the Wall Street Journal carried a sobering editorial that ought to force us to look behind the toxic presidential campaign rhetoric and ask two very important questions about how we position our nation to compete internationally. First, what really happens when our leaders impose punishing trade sanctions? Second, why are companies leaving America? Specifically, when Donald Trump “threatens to endorse 45 percent tariffs on Chinese and Japanese imports and promises to punish U.S. companies that make cookies and cars in Mexico,� as the Journal reported, those threats hurt us. Here’s the problem. In high school physics, we learned that for every action, there is an equal and opposition reaction. That axiom applies to tariffs and sanctions. In 1930, President Herbert Hoover reluctantly signed the Smoot-Hawley international trade sanctions legislation. Its high tariffs were intended to protect American jobs and farmers from foreign competition. It backfired and triggered retaliatory measures. Trade volumes shrank and it deepened the Great Recession. Consider what is going on today. The pace of world trade continues to plummet. Internationally, trade volumes are shrinking and China, the world’s second largest economy, is struggling with overcapacity and anemic demand. In Washington, 40 percent of our jobs are tied to inter-
national trade and our state has the nation’s highest per capita income coming from exports and imports. To see a glimpse of how devastating interruptions in international trade can be, the Washington Council on International Trade reports the West Coast port labor dispute last year cost Washington State $769.5 million. Imagine the impact on our state if Congress and our new president revert back to the Smoot-Hawley approach? Over the years our state’s congressional delegation, both Republican and Democrat, have thoughtfully developed and supported free and fair trade policies even when some of their strongest supporters urge them not to. There is no doubt that American job growth is inadequate and the unemployment rate does not reflect the millions who are unable to find work. There is nothing more demoralizing to a family than a mom or dad coming home with a pink slip because their factory is relocating to another state or country. To reverse that trend, politicians must thoughtfully layout plans, which will help our nation’s employers add jobs by reinvesting in factories here. They must look carefully at what caused Ford and Nabisco (Trump’s examples) to move to Mexico. While the simple answer is “it costs too much to manufacture here;� specific solutions are far more complex and don’t lend themselves to irresponsible campaign sound bites. Nabisco is closing nine production lines at its mammoth Chicago bak-
ery and moving those jobs to Salinas, Mexico. The combination of high labor costs, excessive corporate and property taxes, and arduous government regulations were key deciding factors. It is interesting to note that, as the WSJ reports, while Illinois, a notoriously highly taxed and regulated state, lost 56 manufacturing jobs per day last year, employment in neighboring states (Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin and Ohio) grew. Ford is joining foreign automakers and General Motors in building new plants in Mexico. Lower production costs are necessary as car manufacturers retool to make advanced hybrid and electric cars that buyers can afford. Besides lower labor costs, Mexico’s major free-trade agreements with 45 countries including Japan and the European Union, gives its producers access to 60 percent of world markets. By contrast the United States has deals with only 20 nations, WSJ reports. There are better, more thoughtful ways, to protect jobs and for products “Made in America� to compete globally. But tearing up trade agreements and recklessly imposing punishing sanctions on our trading partners is not one of them. Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He 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.
STIflINg ACAdEmIC fREEdOm, ThE NRA wAy
By Laura Finley
That conservative forces have long sought to squash dissent and curtail rigorous academic debate on campuses is far from a secret. From the militarization of many campuses, academic repression of faculty, excessive and difficult-to-navigate bureaucracies, limitations on free speech and more, college students, staff and faculty members today face many challenges as they seek to explore, debate and take action on critical and difficult issues. The gun lobby has seized on this environment of academic stifling, promoting firearms as the answer to an array of problems on campuses and beyond. Don’t want to get raped? Carry a gun, or it’s your own fault. The best way to prevent an active shooter situation? Everyone pack heat. The chilling effect of the campus carry laws that have been enacted has been immediately visible. The state of Texas passed a campus carry law that is set to take effect on Aug. 1. Already, professors at the University of Houston were told that once the new law is effective, they might want to “be careful discussing sensitive topics,� “drop certain topics from
your curriculum,â€? “‘not go there’ if you sense anger,â€? “limit students access off hours,â€? “go to appointment-only office hours,â€? and “only meet ‘that student’ in controlled circumstances.â€? Evidently, if I taught at that university my sociology classes could no longer cover well‌ anything. The NRA supports campus carry bills being considered in Florida, and in a memo to NRA members and friends dated Nov. 2, 2015, NRA past President Marion Hammer denounced educators who oppose the bill, amping up the rhetoric about how gun-free campuses are unsafe, as “murderers, rapists, terrorists, and robbers may commit crimes without fear of being harmed by their victims.â€? Hammer’s memo even uses quotations around the words “educators,â€? clearly implying that the many college administrators, professors and faculty members who do not support campus carry laws have dubious credentials. The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) has noted that case law is clear: faculty have primary responsibility for determining curriculum, and academic freedom is critical for teaching their courses such that they include the most essential and evolving topics in their fields.
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has issued similar calls to vigorously resist efforts to undermine academic freedom by people with “ideological or commercial agendas.� It is hard to see the NRA and its cronies as anything but having both an ideological and commercial agenda. The courts have long noted that the primary purpose of higher education is to afford a marketplace for the full exchange of ideas. It is through this exchange that students come to see the very real problems in the world and how they might be part of the solution. That is next to impossible when faculty are told to abort discussion of anything that might stimulate or even upset a student, who then might start firing indiscriminately. While surely we must consider how to keep our campuses safe, arming campus security and students, faculty and staff like they are living in occupied zones is counter to creating any sense of peace or community. Our students deserve better. We deserve better. Laura Finley, Ph.D., teaches in the Barry University Department of Sociology & Criminology and is syndicated by PeaceVoice.
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PAID FOR BY JUSTICE FOR JACKIE
JUSTICE FOR JACKIE
AND HER UNBORN BABY
MARCH AND RALLY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 AT 11 A.M. On Wednesday, March 16 at 11 a.m. the Puyallup Tribe of Indians will lead a march and rally to demand justice for Jacqueline Salyers. Her family and her Puyallup Tribal community are asking for people across the city to come together and march from the Puyallup Tribal Administration Building (3009 Portland Ave. E.) to the Federal Court House in downtown Tacoma. Please bring your love and support, songs and drums. It is time to demand justice for Jackie and her unborn baby, murdered by Tacoma Police officers Scott Campbell and Aaron Joseph on Jan. 28, 2016. Justice for Jackie is a committee comprised of family, friends, and concerned community members organized to find the truth about the killing of Jacqueline D. Salyers by Officer Scott Campbell and his partner Aaron Joseph of the Tacoma Police Department just before midnight on January 28, 2016. Jackie was a 33-year-old pregnant mother of four children and a member of the Puyallup Tribe. She was fatally shot in the head, dragged from her vehicle into a police car, driven a short distance around the comer from the scene and dragged back out onto the pavement. The press and the police chose to characterize her as someone with a criminal history. There has been total disrespect for Jackie, her children and her family. An autopsy was performed without consultation or consent from her mother, and results have not been shared. “Earlier in the month I spoke with an officer and I had told him that Jackie was in a very abusive relationship and was threatened by this man with taking her life as well as my own,” said Jackie’s mom Lisa Earl. “On occasion when Jac would try to leave him, there would be a drive by outside our house. The police could have made a difference in my daughter’s life but chose to take it. They reported not knowing who they were shooting at as they also killed my grandchild.” We have many questions: The family had asked police for protection for Jackie earlier in the day, as it was known that Kenneth Wright was armed and that he had taken Jackie possibly against her will. The family had reported this so why didn’t the police protect her instead of shooting her in the head? Why didn’t they shoot the tires out instead of shooting an unarmed woman?
Why did the statement on behalf of the police say they were afraid of her because she was driving at them when all the bullet holes are on the back and the side of the car? Why didn’t the police call for backup or use their car to obstruct the vehicle? Why did the police say she tried to run them over with her vehicle while witnesses say the police approached from behind, unannounced? Studies show that better educated police are less likely to shoot to kill; what is the education level of the officers involved; or for that matter, what is the standard for the Tacoma Police Department? We’re calling for an inquest and we’re calling for a Justice Department investigation or any other avenue available to get the truth on why such a gentle girl was executed. Several witnesses are afraid to come forward due to Tacoma Police Department’s history of harassing, threatening and punishing witnesses. This police union, like all police unions, has a reputation for defending the worst actions by the worst officers. The Chief of Police and the City Council are not a resource for relief because they, like the rest of us, are afraid of the other gang in blue. Jacqueline’s mother and those who loved her could see a bright future for her. The police unjustly took that away when they ended her life.
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METROPOLITAN VETERINARY HOSPITAL CELEBRATES 10 YEARS PUBLIC INVITED TO OPEN HOUSE ON MARCH 12
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital is proud to announce its 10th Anniversary. Dr. Natalie Warren first opened her practice in downtown Tacoma’s Stadium District on March 27, 2006 and has been providing complete and responsible veterinary care for locals since. Come in for a tour of the hospital, meet the team and welcome our doctor, Jeanne M. Neeson, DVM.
Dr. Neeson has been practicing veterinary medicine in the greater Tacoma area for the past 13 years and is dedicated to providing honest, loving pet care. With a particular interest in communication, Dr. Neeson shares Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital’s philosophy in client education. In addition, she demonstrates strong leadership by facilitating staff education and growth. She is passionate about creating
a strong veterinary team through medical instruction and practice. Come celebrate as Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital recognizes and thanks everyone for their role in creating a healthy pet community and being part of the Met Vet family. Activities will include raffle prizes, live music, catered food and beverages as well as interactive activities. Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital's suc-
cess stems from an exceptionally skilled team in compassionate care, a unique bond with clients and trusted vendor partnerships. Visit the Open House on Saturday, March 12 from 2-4 p.m. For more information about this event, please contact Amanda Gamble or Patricia O’Jala at (253) 274-0225 or agamble@metvetpets.com or pojala@metvetpets.com.
UPS FLEA MARkET TO TAkE PLACE ON MARCH 19
PHOTOS COURTESY OF LYNN RAISL
THRIFTY. The UPS Flea Market is a great destination to find a cornucopia of unique trinkets. It will take place on March 19 at the UPS Fieldhouse from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. By Derek Shuck derek@tacomaweekly.com
Tacoma residents looking to give back to the community while also checking out great deals are invited to participate in the University of Puget Sound Women’s League’s 48th annual Flea Market, being held at the UPS Fieldhouse on March 19. The doors are open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, with admission being $5. However, if you’d like to beat the crowd and get a sneak peek at vendors and items, an additional $5 will let you in at 8:15 a.m. All funds made from these tickets will go directly to student scholarships. “We are very excited about the market this year, and in spite of the challenges that go along with an extensive
renovation of the Fieldhouse, we are looking forward to our best market yet,” said UPS Women’s League Member Lynn Raisl. “Last year we had over 3,000 attend and were able to write a check for almost $31,000 to the University for student scholarships.” The flea market will contain a wide variety of goods and services sure to provide something for anyone who stops by. “We love our vendors, who are integral to our success. We have found them generous in their enthusiasm for the market and each other, and it is contagious. It has been one of our goals to support and showcase local creatives, businesses and artisans. There will be something for everyone – antiques, vintage, repurposed, clothing, toys, jewelry, let-
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terpress, garden, soaps and salves,” Raisl said. Brand new this year is "Trinket or Treasure?” – an opportunity to pay $5 and have an expert antique appraiser help you solve the mystery of all those white elephants and heirlooms that may be hanging around your attic. The Women’s League works diligently to ensure the flea market is a community event that citizens can look forward to while giving back to a good cause. “We start moving into the Fieldhouse on Wednesday, and by the time we are finished on Saturday a very large team of Women's League volunteers will have put close to 1,000 hours into making the awesome event happen,” Raisl said. For more information, visit www.pugetsound.edu/womensleague.
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALAN DAVIS
SPIRITS. (Left) Chambers Bay Distillery Owners Jeff Robinette and Alan Davis aimed to create a location that is both local and produces truly unique spirits.
(Right) The Greenhorn Bourbon is one of the first drinks the distillery has produced. Aged on a boathouse, the constant rocking motion is thought to age the bourbon more quickly.
ChAmBeRS BAy DISTIlleRy mIxeS loCAl flAvoRS wITh unIque TwISTS By Derek Shuck derek@tacomaweekly.com
One of the finest amenities of the 21st century is the wellspring of local distilleries. In University Place, Chambers Bay Distillery has been active since 2012. Owners Alan Davis and Jeff Robinette are looking to make the distillery a place that has a local flavor, but doesn’t rely on that flavor as its only draw. “If we’re going to do this we’re not just going to be a craft distillery that has nothing more to offer than its local. Everything has to be unique,” Davis said. Chambers Bay Distillery’s first product is Ghost Dog Whiskey, a form of smoked ghost-pepper infused corn whiskey. The owners developed the drink as an alternative to Fireball whiskey, a spirit with a little bit of heat behind it. “Ghost Dog was initially targeted at the Fireball crowd, something that has real heat and is a good whiskey, essentially high quality whiskey. It’s been popular with young males on one end and the fancier crowd at the other,” Davis said. The distillery’s second product, launched in December of last year, is sweet bourbon called Greenhorn. “We’ve always had a love for bourbon and we were talking about it for a while, kind of experimenting, looking for a sweeter version of a bourbon and that was kind of the impetus behind it,” Davis said. In their quest to give their bourbon a
“If we’re going to do this, we’re not just going to be a craft distillery that has nothing more to offer than its local. Everything has to be unique.” – Chambers Bay Distillery owner Alan Davis unique twist, Davis and Robinette looked to the sea for some refreshing innovation. “We’re aging it on a floating boathouse on the Sound. A lot of things effect aging – temperature changes, motion certainly can help, and there’s a lot of interaction between the spirit and barrel with the wood, which is where it gets its flavor. Because it was aged in a floating boathouse, our year and a half old bourbon tastes a lot older than that. It has something behind it in theory that it will expedite the aging process,” Davis said. Not only is the bourbon aged directly on the Sound, but also uses a local wild yeast strain derived from fruit from the Curran Apple Orchard in University Place. The distillery is planning to release
a third spirit, a vodka named after the Norse god of the sea, Ran. The spirit will contain trace amounts of sea salt from the San Juan Islands. Davis expects the spirit to be ready in June. “With a local hint of sea salt from the San Juan Islands, we found that it cuts the harshness of vodkas,” Davis said.
Chambers Bay Distillery will continue to focus on those three spirits, with another batch of bourbon being nearly aged to perfection by June. “We set out not to be a ‘me too’ craft distillery, with nothing more to sell than the fact that we are local. We have a high bar for the spirits that we release, so we won’t have a ton of products but we hope that each will be unique, of high quality and desired,” Davis said. Chambers Bay Distillery has a tasting room open Wednesday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday from 2-7 p.m. “As per state law we are allowed to serve half-ounce samples of our spirits (four per person per day). We currently offer half- ounce samples of Ghost Dog Whiskey and Greenhorn Bourbon, and we offer seven micro cocktails with the Ghost Dog Whiskey,” Davis said. For more information on Chambers Bay Distillery, visit chambersbaydistillery.com.
Save Tacoma Water & Fighting the Projects that Threaten – Community Rights, Corporate Power, and the Building of a New Environmental Movement
MARCH 12, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM First United Methodist Church 621 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma
From the fight against fracking in Colorado and fossil fuel projects in Tacoma, we will host community activists Michael Lafreniere and Cliff Willment in an evening’s presentation and discussion. Michael will introduce the latest developments around the Tacoma methanol refinery and Save Tacoma Water Charter Amendment 5. Next, Cliff will talk about the widespread efforts to keep Colorado free of oil and gas drilling. We will discuss the laws that keep our communities disempowered, the political considerations of our fight against unwanted industrial projects, and the strategies that take the fight to the root of the problem. Cliff Willmeng, a reg-
istered nurse, is one of the leading figures in the fight against fracking in Colorado, and activist with rank and file labor struggles, and is currently campaigning for the Colorado Community Rights Amendment, the most powerful state constitutional initiative nationally against the corporate control of communities. Cliff’s work against the oil and gas industry made national headlines when his town of Lafayette, Colorado banned fracking through a democratic vote of the community in 2013. He has had a long history of activism in many forms, and was among the hundreds of people arrested in the direct actions that took place in Seattle against the World Trade Organi-
www.coloradansforcommunityrights.org/about/ for more information contact
Save Tacoma Water (253) 209-7988 Donna Walters
zation. While he was in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 1, his rank and file group, “Carpenters For A Rank And File Union,” succeeded in lowering the age of retirement for 34,000 union members. Cliff was one of the cofounders of the Chicago Direct Action Network, and currently is a Board member of both the Colorado Community Rights Network and the National Community Rights Network. Community rights organizaing is, “... the beginning of a social movement that is greater than just the oil and gas industry, it is a potential game changer for all of corporate America.” - Independent Petroleum Association of New Mexico
There will be snacks!
The Peoples Right to Water Protection Amendment Petitions for signing will be available Voter approval will be needed for any waterguzzling applicant to receive water service
www.SaveTacomaWater.org • email SaveTacomaWater@gmail.com
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change, as opposed to a new ordinance for example, does a very important thing. It cannot be overturned by five votes by the city council after just two years, as an ordinance can be. Another change made, the cost of the election will be paid by the applicant, not Tacoma taxpayers. The petition has already been approved by the city attorney, so the group now awaits the final go ahead to gather signatures. Save Our Water intends to collect the necessary 5,559 signatures from registered voters in Tacoma by mid-June to place this ballot proposal before the voters on the Nov. 8 general election ballot. Petition sheets will be made available at a public event March 12, being cohosted with 15 Now Tacoma. This event will feature a presentation on community rights and citizen initiatives. The event will be held at First United Methodist Church, located at 621 Tacoma Ave. S. Attendees at this event will
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The project is within the boundaries of the Puyallup Tribe of Indian reservation and located next to areas where significant events took place during the Fishing Wars of the 1960s and 1970s, and these areas are set to be preserved under the agreement. The new bridge is expected to cost about $50 million, with all but an estimated $12 million already funded. That gap, however, has city staff looking for state and federal grant dollars to get the project funded. Another option is to redesign the bridge to find a lower-cost option. The bridge is already under a 10-ton weight limit and is inspected ever year for safety
be the first to sign the Charter Amendment 5 initiative. The signature drive and campaign will come even after Northwest Innovation Works issued a “pause” to the environmental review process for the project largely because of the rising tide of opposition to the project that includes the City of Federal Way, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians and thousands of residents who had flooded public hearings and forums on the project. “They want people to lose interest in it,” Bockwinkel said of the company’s decision to call for a “pause” to allow time to develop a public outreach plan about the $3.4 billion project. The proposal calls for a natural gas to methanol conversion plant on 110 acres of the former Kaiser Aluminum site. The plant would produce 20,000 tons of methanol a day, making it the largest facility in the world. The methanol would then be shipped to China to be used to make plastics. The conversion process would consume some 550 megawatts of power and 10.4 million gallons of water.
conditions. The next inspection will be in June. “We see a little more deterioration each year,” Project Manager Dan Soderlind said. The bridge provides a much-used corridor between Tacoma and Fife, but is well past its design life. Replacing the bridge will mean the route will be closed for about two years, but the start date of the work hasn’t yet been determined since funding is still an unanswered question. About 15,000 vehicles pass over the bridge each day and is an alternate route during high-traffic commuter times on Interstate 5. Construction will hopefully start before the current bridge is deemed unsafe, which could lead to it being closed before the work on the replacement bridge starts.
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Since then, he has rowed around the Olympic Peninsula, down the Mississippi River, walked across Australia – and nearly drowned attempting a second Atlantic crossing. Now he wants to share adventures with others at UPS – by teaching a class unlike anything ever offered at the university. “There’s classroom time and training time,” Hanssen said. “Then in mid-August, there’s a 100-day row down the length of the Mississippi River.” Eight students – four men, four women – signed up and began class work in January. There were a couple of athletes from the crew team, and two novices who had never rowed. “I’m building up to do 25 miles a day on the river,” said Beatrix Evans, 21. “The class and the trip require leadership, communication – the kind of things that apply in business as well as rowing.” The course is listed as business-adventure. Hanssen is one of the instructors and Lynnette Claire is another. “The students have to understand the river, and that’s a significant piece of the class,” said Claire, an associate professor. “Four of them will be together for 100 days, so we’re teaching group dynamics, communication, how to manage social media and fundraising.” For all that, the driving force behind the class is Hanssen, who isn’t being paid for his work. “Hopefully, next year that will change,” he said with a laugh. “The course is basically OAR Northwest trying to share what we’ve done and learned the past 10 years. I wanted a course that would offer classroom work and a river trip that was sustainable – something that could be done every year.” OAR Northwest began with the same four rowers who crossed the Atlantic together in 2006, and has since been granted non-profit status. When Hanssen and three new crewmates wanted to row the Atlantic in 2013, they wanted the journey to be about more than personal achievement. “We took along all kinds of scientific equipment to make tests and transmit the results,” Hanssen said. “I was told that three PhD theses were written using data we provided.” The UPS expedition will conduct tests of its own, including water samples taken below each tributary that enters the Mississippi. “The history of our country runs through that river, and there’s still so much about it that’s unknown,” Hanssen said. “The Mississippi is the river of Lewis and Clark, of Jim Bowie and Mark Twain.” The UPS trip will have two boats, four crew members at the oars and four members of the shore team. Hanssen will be aboard one of the boats and serve as a mentor. The trip will mirror Hanssen’s 2014 journey in other ways. On that trip, Hanssen and crewmate Greg Spooner made 21 school visits along the way, meeting with more than 2,000 students. They hosted four online webinars and collected 160 water samples. For those going down river this year, there’s a bonus. “The trip will cost $57,000, total. We're still reaching out for grants and donations and support, but I don't
PHOTO COURTESY OF JORDAN HANSSEN
teAcher. Hanssen returned to his alma mater, University of Puget Sound, to share his knowledge of the great outdoors with others.
think the students will wind up paying for any of it,” Hanssen said. “Down the road, I don't know how we'll do it. There is the theory that when you have skin in the game, it becomes more important to you. We might have students pay for part of it, I don't know. At this point, we’re hoping to offer the course again next January,” Hanssen said. As Claire acknowledged, the entire course is “one big experiment.” “Jordan is charismatic and passionate about the adventure,” she said. “This is a program he could have taken to any university with a rowing program and had it accepted. He has classroom skills I didn’t anticipate, and he has the ability to get people on board.” Adventure is more than avocation with Hanssen; it’s his life. Almost all his income comes from renting two rooms in his house, speaking engagements and the sales of a book written about the 2006 Atlantic crossing. “I’ve become comfortable being uncomfortable,” Hanssen joked. Hanssen’s 2013 attempted crossing – from Africa to the United States – was more than uncomfortable. It almost killed him. On the 73rd day of the crossing, two rogue waves hit the rowboat and rolled it. Worse, because the waves hit during a crew shift, two men entering the small cabin were unable to close the door. Hanssen was swept overboard. The boat capsized. The four rowers were rescued by the Coast Guard and their was boat salvaged. Teaching is a much safer occupation. Hanssen hopes to grow his program over the next five years then hand it off to someone else. “Adventure is practice for life,” he said. “I’ll row the ocean again. I’d like to go around the world, on land and sea. Not for the record, for the journey. For the adventure.”
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SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY FOCUS ON MARCH 23 Odds are you won’t need it. Odds are if you do need it, Social Security Disability is a lifesaver. Nearly one out of every six working-age Americans – 29.5 million people – has a disability, making them much more likely to experience economic hardship than those without disabilities. “The Ins and Outs of Social Security Disability” is a 90-minute presentation about the program, requirements for eligibility, extended family benefits and opportunities to return to gainful employment. The presentation will be offered at 4 p.m. on March 23 at the Tacoma Area Coalition of Individuals with Disabilities (TACID), 6315 S. 19th St. in Tacoma. The presenter will be Kirk Larson, Western Washington Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration. Kirk has worked with the agency for over 23 years in both technical and managerial roles. The event is sponsored by Pierce County Community Connections Aging & Disability Resources, Center for Independence, Pierce County Coalition for Developmental Disabilities and TACID. The presentation’s focus will be an updated overview of the program, how the application process works, eligibility for benefits, appeals for denied claims, questions about benefits and how benefits are calculated. Attendees are asked to create your “my Social Security Account” before attending the class, print out, and bring your Social Security Statement if you are not currently receiving benefits. Go to www.ssa.gov/myaccount. The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program was originally created to allow workers who become disabled to receive their Social Security retirement benefits early. Today, the assistance that disability insurance provides makes it possible for individuals with severe disabilities and health conditions to live independently, keep a roof over their heads and food on the table, and pay for needed, often life-sustaining medications and other basic expenses. Each month the Social Security Administration receives more than 160,000 applications for the disability program. Typically about 60,000 of those applications are approved. Monthly benefits are payable from the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) and Disability Insurance (DI) Trust Funds. Disabled workers made up nearly 15 percent of the total number of beneficiaries in December 2015. RSVPs for “The Ins and Outs of Social Security Disability” are not required. There is no charge for the event. For more information, contact the Pierce County ADRC at (253) 798-4600 or (800) 562-0332.
qualifications for a $111,000 commission to create a permanent public artwork or series of artworks along and adjacent to South Tacoma Way (between S. 47th and S. 58th streets). "The arts in Tacoma are a really important driver for economic development and community engagement, and I'm really pleased to see the work that is happening in District 3," said Council Member Keith Blocker. “This public art project is the result of a comprehensive community planning process in South Tacoma and is generously funded by State Farm as part of their community revitalization efforts, in addition to support from a City of Tacoma Innovative Grant,” said Council Member Marty Campbell, who serves as a City Council liaison to the Tacoma Arts Commission. “We are so excited to be collaborating on this public art project in South Tacoma,” said Ty Cordova from State Farm. “State Farm is committed to maintaining the vibrancy of the communities it serves. We believe that supporting this kind of revitalization and investment strengthens neighborhoods and communities.” The selected artist or artist team will be encouraged to explore connections, enhance the business district, contribute to a sense of identity in the area, and prioritize community involvement in the research and concept development process. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on April 11. For a complete prospectus, go to www.cityoftacoma.org/ artsopps.
UNITED WAY HIRES MANAGER FOR FAMILY STABILITY INIATIVES United Way of Pierce County is pleased to announce the addition of Corey Mosesly to its staff. Mosesly joined United Way as the Manager of Family Stability Initiatives. He comes to the organization with a wealth of experience in both the non-profit and government sector and has worked with organizations on a broad range of issues, including education, housing, and workforce development. “I look forward to working directly with neighborhood groups and individuals to listen to their needs and ideas for solving problems," said Mosesly. "As well as working with service providers and partners about how we can work together to invest in our families that need help." One of the key initiatives Mosesly will be focused on is United Way of Pierce County's Centers for Strong Families, set to launch later this year. The Centers will utilize existing community organizations to provide an integrated approach to deliver vital services and financial support to hard-working families. "Center for Strong Families is an opportunity to bring people together to focus on breaking the cycle of poverty," explained Mosesly. Over the last few years, Mosesly has provided consulting services for the City of Tacoma's Neighborhood Council Program, Neighborhood Business District Program, and more recently to several of the independently run Neighborhood Councils. He currently serves on the City of Tacoma's Human Service Commission, Vision 2025 Advisory Committee and American Leadership Forum Program Committee. Mosesly is a part of the Business Examiner's 2014 class of 40-under40 community/business leaders. He is a long-time member of the Pierce County Black Collective, a Palmer Scholar, and a Senior Fellow (class 18) of the American Leadership Forum. Mosesly grew up in Tacoma and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in public policy from Evergreen State College-Tacoma Campus. He is currently completing a Master in Public Administration degree at Evergreen and lives with his wife and three boys in Tacoma's Central Neighborhood. To learn more about United Way of Pierce County visit www.uwpc.org or call (253) 272-4263.
CHI FRANCISCAN PARTNERS WITH SPORTS TEAMS CHI Franciscan Health is launching a bold, new effort to partner with people of all ages and health care needs to get and keep people healthy and well. The Tacoma-based nonprofit health system CHI Franciscan is entering into multiyear agreements with the Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Mariners, Tacoma Rainiers and Tacoma Stars. “We are thrilled to affiliate with these strong and wellrecognized teams, with their loyal relationships with millions of fans,” said Ketul J. Patel, CEO, CHI Franciscan. “Joining with these teams as our official partners in health is a natural because the players, coaches and staff are committed to the principles of being Northwest Healthy, too.” The partnerships join CHI Franciscan in reaching sports fans across the Pacific Northwest and promoting an active, healthy lifestyle. With the teams, CHI Franciscan will deliver Northwest Healthy tips at games and matches, on Mariners TV and radio broadcasts featuring Mariners Hall of Famer Dan Wilson, and in digital video series featuring Seattle Sounders FC veteran Brad Evans. Dan Wilson and Brad Evans are the official faces of the partnership for Northwest Healthy. The affiliations will build upon the teams’ legacies as community leaders in the Pacific Northwest. The partnerships will promote CHI Franciscan’s NW Healthy services that span caring for people with preventive resources to caring for more intensive health needs such as cardiovascular, oncology and orthopedic care. The health care system’s new direction focuses on increasing awareness of services and resources as well as bolstering the system’s presence in the region as a true partner in the health of its communities. With leading brand partnerships, CHI Franciscan will further advance SWITCH TO BLOCK its position as the destination AND PAY HALF WHAT YOU PAID health care system for the SOMEONE ELSE LAST YEAR. Pacific Northwest.
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STARFALL. (top) Tacoma head coach
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ToURneY Time. (top) Life Christian junior forward
Luke Lovelady rocks the rim at the 2B state tournament at the Spokane Coliseum. The 2015 Tacoma Weekly AllCity Team selection scored his 1,000th career point at the tournament, averaging 17 points and 14 rebounds a game during the Eagles' fourth-place run. (uppermiddle) Lincoln's Kondalia Montgomery goes for the loose ball as teammates Nashontae Frazier (3) and Morticia Mc'Call (20) look on. (lower-middle) Lincoln senior Dionte Simon challenges Rainier Beach. For the second year, Simon was named 3A Narrows Defensive Player of the Year. (bottom) Curtis senior Aushantai Potts-Woods takes it to the rack. The star guard was the 4A SPSL South MVP this season. By Justin Gimse
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t’s often said that all good things must come to an end, and sometimes it’s a little more difficult to not focus upon the end instead of all of the good things. Curtis and Life Christian were able to bring home hardware from their state basketball tournaments, but it was tempered with the knowledge that it could have been more. For the Lincoln Abe boys’ and girls’ basketball teams, the 2015-16 season ended sooner than they, and much of Tacoma, would have wished. The 3A Narrows champion boys were given a staggering opening round opponent in eventual champion Rainier Beach, and despite a gutsy performance, the Abes fell 81-63 in the opening round of the 3A Hardwood Classic at the Tacoma Dome. The following day, the Abes (21-6) trailed by as many as 20 points early against Cleveland in the third quarter, but closed to within seven points by the end of the period. A Brandon Cotton layup with 59 seconds left pulled Lincoln within three at 72-69, but the Abes were unable to continue their final push and fell 74-69 and exited the tournament a day earlier than they had hoped. The 3A Narrows champion Lincoln Lady Abes (24-3) faced an Arlington (25-2) squad in the first round and the game was tight well into the third quarter. Late in the third and into the fourth quarter, Arlington began to pull away from the Lady Abes, and the eventual 3A state runners-up took a misleading 48-33 victory into the semifinals. Lincoln would then face Edmonds-Woodway (16-12) the following day and the game looked like a solid match at the teams entered halftime tied 23-23. Edmonds was able to hit five three pointers in the game and hit an incredible 15 of 16 free throws to begin pulling away from Lincoln in the third quarter. By the fourth quarter, it looked as though Edmonds was going to cruise to victory, but Lincoln had enough in its tanks to close the game to within six points with a minute and a half left. u See BASKETBALL / page A13
Darren Sawatzky gathers the troops together for a word of encouragement as the Stars fought back from an early deficit against the San Diego Sockers in game one of the MASL Pacific Division playoffs. (middle) Stars' goalkeeper Danny Waltman enters the field with a backflip off the glass, reminiscent of Tacoma's Gregg Blasingame from the 1980's. (bottom) Joseph "the Jet" Cairel earned his nickname this season. The indoor soccer newcomer was usually the fastest player on the field, no matter who the Stars were playing.
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After a head-spinning and heart-pounding finish to the Tacoma Stars first full regular season in the Major Arena Soccer League, the postseason was bound to end sooner or later. Puget Sound soccer fans finally got a taste of the professional indoor game after an absence stretching into decades, and by season’s end they couldn’t get enough of it. As the Stars entered the MASL Pacific Division playoffs against the San Diego Sockers, there was much hope for Tacoma to pull the upset on a club they hadn’t defeated in a playoff series since way back in 1987. The veteran team from San Diego proved to be too much for the upstart bunch from Grit City in their two game home and home playoff series, taking a thrilling 8-7 double overtime victory over the Stars at the ShoWare Center on Wednesday, March 2. San Diego then followed that up with one of their most impressive outings of the year with an 11-3 win over Tacoma in San Diego on Sunday, March 6 in a match that saw the Sockers display the full power of their talented team with a bevy of amazing goals. With just four days between the final, dramatic 5-4 regular season victory over the Ontario Fury on Feb. 26, which sealed a playoff berth for Tacoma, the crowd of 2,036 on a short-notice Wednesday night got a taste indoor soccer playoff drama that hasn’t been seen in these parts since 1987.
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LUTES OPEN 2016 WOMEN’S ROWING SEASON WITH DEPTH, TALENT AND BIG GOALS Heading into its second year of official Northwest Conference competition, the Pacific Lutheran women’s rowing team has big goals for the 2016 spring season. Pacific Lutheran opens the spring campaign this weekend at American Lake, and the Lutes hope Saturday, March 13 is the first step toward a Northwest Conference championship and a spot at the NCAA Championships. “The team is really dialed in on making this be the year we get to the NCAA race,” PLU head coach Andy Foltz said. “Our top boat has a chance to be the number one boat in the region, but at the same time it’s one thing to have speed in practice, but to have speed on the race course is something else altogether.” Foltz enters his second season at the helm of the program and sees a squad with greater depth and potential than one year ago. “We’ve increased our roster size quite a bit from last year, so we’re much deeper,” Foltz said. “We have a lot of freshmen, so it’s a young group, but we have several newcomers who have really stepped up and will challenge to compete in the top boats.” PLU placed third at the inaugural NWC Women’s Rowing Championship last year, but that came on the heels of an impressive season that had the Lutes poised for a higher finish. PLU followed the conference race with spots in the petite finals at the WIRA Championships, and it is that experience combined with the increased depth of the roster that has Foltz excited for the possibilities. “Last year I think we didn’t really execute well at conference,” Foltz said. “We’d beaten Lewis & Clark two weeks before and then lost at conference, so this year we hope to execute better at the conference race, and we hope to win the 1V and the team title at the conference. Then we hope to reach the grand finals at the WIRA Championships and the grand finals at the NCAA Championships.” If the Lutes are to achieve those goals, it will come as a combined effort from all throughout the roster. PLU heads into the opening weekend with a bit of a shifting lineup, although rowers from each class will contribute. PLU will take on numerous upper-division programs in several races as the Lutes host Seattle University, University of Portland, Western Washington, Puget Sound and Seattle Pacific, with races starting at 9 a.m. “At this point it’s looking like a mix of rowers from all four classes will compete in the top boat, while the second boat could have a lot of freshmen,” Foltz said. “We’re looking to be competitive this weekend. We’re racing DI and DII schools that are generally faster, so we know if we can be competitive against them we can be competitive at the national DIII level. We’re hoping to lock horns with the boats we’re racing and take them down the course and see how competitive we can be.” Foltz has seen great leadership from his upperclassmen, all while mixing in with a few newcomers who will step right into big roles on the team. “Our seniors have really stepped up as strong leaders in the top boat,” Foltz said. “Carly Lange rowed her first year last year, but she’s a senior academically. Clarissa Pendleton has always been a rock on land workouts, and in the boat you can always tell she’s there. It’s really been nice to have Kari Brauer back after she was studying abroad during the fall, and Evan Schmidt is always great for us.” Among the newcomers, Foltz highlighted Alison Wriggle and Hannah Peterson. Wriggle is set to stroke the Lutes’ top boat to start the season, and Foltz said “she’s been doing it as if she’s been doing it for years.” Meanwhile Peterson set a program Erg record in her first competition at PLU, and Foltz expects big things from her. Looking forward, the Lutes head to Oregon next weekend for the Hagg Lake Invite in Forest Grove. That competition will be all about gaining experience and visiting a new race location. “It’s the first time we’ll go down to Pacific, and we’re looking forward to seeing a new venue,” Foltz said. “Our goal will be to go for a really fast time and hit our standards, along with gaining some confidence through the competition.” A short break in the season schedule will give way to three big races at American Lake April 9-10. PLU takes on Pacific, Willamette, Lewis & Clark and Mills April 9 before heading into the annual Lamberth Cup competition Sunday against cross-town rival Puget Sound. The 40th anniversary of the race has the Lutes looking to put an end to some recent history. “UPS has won the Lamberth Cup the last 13 years, but we do have the overall record in our favor,” Foltz said. “We’d like to stop the 13 straight years and start a winning streak of our own.” Following that weekend the Lutes have a weekend off before the conference championships in Vancouver. Foltz expects another battle between PLU, Lewis & Clark and Puget Sound for the conference crown. One week later the Lutes head to Sacramento for the WIRA Championships before closing out the regular season May 7 at the Windermere Cup in Seattle. “It’s a gigantic spectacle, and it’s amazing,” Foltz said of the Windermere Cup. “If the weather is nice there could be 60,000 people coming out to watch the rowers. It will be a good chance to show the Northwest what we can do. We’ll be the only D-3 school at the race.” Then if all goes well, a trip to the NCAA Championships the last weekend of May down in Sacramento. With a deep and talented roster, the Lutes will push to achieve that goal beginning this weekend at American Lake. THREE LUTES TAKE HOME NWC CONFERENCE ATHLETE OF THE WEEK HONORS Dominant performances in the pitching circle, on the golf course and the tennis court garnered a trio of Lute sophomores Northwest Conference Student-Athlete of the Week honors, as Marissa Miller, Mitchell Baldridge and Caroline Dreher all received recognition Monday, March 8. Miller battled rain, darkness and extra innings to throw a 13-inning complete game for the Pacific Lutheran softball team. Taking to the pitching circle Saturday afternoon against
Lewis & Clark, Miller pitched the Lutes to a 5-3 win that took nearly 24 hours to complete, as darkness set in following the eighth inning and forced the game to be suspended until the following morning. Miller did not allow an earned run in the win, and she followed that performance by starting the Lutes’ next game Sunday afternoon, earning her second win of the weekend as the Lutes prevailed 12-5. Between the two games she pitched 17 innings, allowing 14 hits and only two earned runs while striking out nine batters. Her performance earned NWC Softball Pitcher of the Week honors. Baldridge led the PLU men’s golf team to one of its best two-round performances in program history, and he was named NWC Men’s Golfer of the Week for his efforts. Baldridge scored a collegiate-best 4-under 68 Saturday to top the individual leaderboard after the first round, and he followed that with a 1-under 71 Sunday to earn medalist honors with a weekend total of 5-under 139 at the Puget Sound Invitational. He led the Lutes to a team score of 292 in the second round and a weekend total of 590, both ranking among the top performances in program history. PLU finished first among Northwest Conference schools at the tournament, ranking behind only Olympic College in the team standings. Dreher helped the PLU women’s tennis team pull out a pair of 5-4 home victories over the weekend to earn NWC Women’s Tennis Player of the Week honors. PLU’s top singles player downed Puget Sound’s Elizabeth Chao (6-2, 6-2) and College of Idaho’s Megan Huffman (6-2, 6-1) in singles play over the weekend. She added a narrow 9-8 (7-3) victory against College of Idaho in doubles play, teaming with Megan Beyers for the win. PLU OPENS TRACK SEASON WITH THREE TITLES AND HIGH MARKS Pacific Lutheran opened the 2016 track & field season Saturday, March 5 with three event titles and 18 top-five finishes at the Linfield Erik Anderson Icebreaker. Amanda Wilson, Charene Stovall and Brad Hodkinson all won events for the Lutes Saturday. Wilson picked up a victory in the 400 with a time of 59.97 and added a fourth-place performance in the 200 (26.36). “I’m so excited and thankful for my coaches, teammates, and friends/family,” Wilson said. “I can’t wait to see what the season ahead has to offer.” Stovall matched that as she placed first in the shot put with a throw of 38-7.5 and fourth in the discus (113-10). Hodkinson took the title in the men’s 5000, posting a time of 15:01.94 in his track & field debut. He also placed fifth in the 800 with a time of 1:57.33. Dominique Jackson and Lucas Hatton each posted topfive marks in the shot put, discus and hammer. Jackson placed third in the hammer (145-5), fourth in the shot put (36-7.75) and fifth in the discus (113-2), while Hatton placed second in the hammer (145-5), third in the shot put (45-9) and fifth in the discus (135-2). Six different Lutes placed in the top five of events Saturday. Parker Trewet placed second in the shot put with a mark of 45-9.75, while Kyle Rapacz finished third in the steeplechases (9:57.05) and Carson Ketter finished third in the 200 (22.38). Cassandra Ingram tied for second in the high jump with a mark of 5-0.25, while Paige Runco tied for fifth (4-10.25). Erik Swartout placed fifth in the javelin with a throw of 184-6. The Lutes return home Saturday, March 12 to host the annual PLU Open, with events set to begin at 9 a.m.
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SATURDAY, MARCH 12 – TRACK Pacific Lutheran Open PLU Track – 9 a.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 12 – CREW Women – Seattle, Portland, WWU, PLU American Lake – 9 a.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 12 – TENNIS Men -Pacific vs. UPS Puget Sound – 11 a.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 12 - TENNIS Men – George Fox vs. PLU Sprinker Recreation Center – 1 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 – BASEBALL PLU vs. UPS Puget Sound – 3 p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19 – TENNIS M & W – Bellevue College vs. PLU Lakewood Racquet Club – 11:30 a.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19 – BASEBALL Whitman vs. PLU Pacific Lutheran – 12 p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19 – BASEBALL Whitworth vs. UPS Puget Sound – 12 p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19 – BASEBALL Whitman vs. PLU Pacific Lutheran – 3 p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 19 – BASEBALL Whitworth vs. UPS Puget Sound – 12 p.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 20 – BASEBALL Whitman vs. PLU Pacific Lutheran – 12 p.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 20 – BASEBALL UPS LOGGERS MOVE INTO SECOND PLACE FOR THE NWC ALL-SPORTS TROPHY Puget Sound has moved up to second place in the race for the 2015-16 Northwest Conference McIlroy-Lewis AllSports Trophy at the conclusion of the winter season. The McIlroy-Lewis All-Sports Trophy “recognizes athletic excellence among Northwest Conference institutions across all fields of competition.” The Loggers added 50 points in the winter season after Puget Sound finished second in women’s basketball, and fourth in women’s swimming and men’s basketball. These points were added to the 80 earned during the fall, and the Loggers were able to jump Willamette (who now sits fourth) into second place. Whitworth remains in first place after winning titles in men’s swimming and men’s basketball during the winter. The Loggers finished in second place after the 2014-15 season, their best finish since 2008-09. Whitworth has won the trophy each of the last eight years. PUGET SOUND’S MAIER EARNS NORTHWEST CONFERENCE PITCHER OF THE WEEK Puget Sound baseball junior Collin Maier has been named the Northwest Conference Pitcher of the Week for his brilliant outing in a win over Pacific on March 5. Maier struck out 10 batters through eight shutout innings, and he allowed just five hits and two walks. The Billings, Montana, native became the first Logger in exactly five years to strikeout at lest 10 batters in a game. Matt Robinson whiffed 12 batters against Whitman on March 5, 2011. Maier led the Loggers with 77 strikeouts in 2015, and he has 19 strikeouts through 19.2 innings so far this season. Following a series win over Pacific this past weekend, the Loggers travel to Willamette for three games, starting with a doubleheader on Saturday, March 12. Five men and four women from the Puget Sound men’s and women’s indoor track & field teams earned All-Region honors, the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced recently. In order to be named an honoree, a student-athlete must be ranked in the top-5 of an individual event. On the men’s side, Justin Bigelow was an honoree for the 3000 meters. Cameron Braithwaite earned honors for both the long jump and triple jump, while James Markin was top-5 in the miles and 3000 meters. Geremia Lizier-Zmudzinski and Tyler Shipley each earned All-Region honors for the mile and 3000 meters, while Lizier-Zmudzinski also was an honoree for the 800 meters, and Shipley for the 5000 meters. On the women’s side, Elizabeth King earned All-Region honors for the pole vault, while Allanah Whitehall was an honoree for the 60 meters. Alison Wise was top-5 in the 800 meters. Taili Ni earned honors in both the mile and 3000 meters. Lizier-Zmudzinski, Shipley, and Whitehall each hold Puget Sound records and will compete in the NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships on March 12 and 13 in Grinnell, Iowa.
Whitworth vs. UPS Puget Sound – 12 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 – BASEBALL PLU vs. UPS Puget Sound – 4 p.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 – BASEBALL Bellevue vs. TCC Tacoma Community College – 10 a.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 – FASTPITCH George Fox vs. UPS Puget Sound – 12 p.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 – FASTPITCH Willamette vs. PLU Pacific Lutheran – 12 p.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 – FASTPITCH George Fox vs. UPS Puget Sound – 2 p.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 – FASTPITCH Willamette vs. PLU Pacific Lutheran – 2 p.m.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 – BASEBALL Chemeketa vs. TCC Tacoma Community College – 4 p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 26 – BASEBALL SW Oregon vs. TCC Tacoma Community College – 10 a.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 26 – TRACK Peyton Scoring Meet Puget Sound – 11 a.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 26 – BASEBALL Everett vs. TCC Tacoma Community College – 4 p.m.
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meSSed uP. The Garfield High School crowd looks on as the Bulldogs square off against rival Rainier Beach. Probably the biggest crowd of the tournament witnessed an epic battle between the top two 3A teams in the state at the Tacoma Dome. It's just too bad that it took place in the semifinals.
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After three days of basketball overload at the 3A/4A WIAA Hardwood Classic at the Tacoma Dome, I found myself wondering what could have been, on my way out to the parking lot. The thought continued on the way home and has pretty much been rolling with me ever since. While there were some great matchups to go along with some exciting finishes, I can’t help but echo the sentiments of so many high school basketball fans around the state of Washington. Why doesn’t our state tournament look more like the NCAA basketball tournament? The greatest model for the fairest and most outstanding basketball tournament in history is rolled out in front of fans every year. Meanwhile, the WIAA creates state tournament matchups based upon a system that probably seemed archaic in the days of horsedrawn carriages. One had to wonder why, on Thursday night, the crowds at the Tacoma Dome for the 3A boys’ and girl’s semifinals were bigger than the state finals the next day. Could it have been the fact that the WIAA had put the two top-ranked teams in the state on the same side of the bracket, in an
eight-team field for both? In a battle of titans, Rainier Beach and Garfield squared off for what should have been the boys’ state championship game, had you asked probably any knowledgeable fan in the Tacoma Dome. Instead, one team was going to get bounced from contention in the semifinals. It was a thrilling game, and Rainier Beach fought back from an early deficit against their rivals and took a dramatic 66-61 victory that should have rightfully been aired on the ROOT Sports Channel the following night. What was on television the following night? A 70-49 Rainier Beach blowout that wasn’t close from the start. It was channel-changing fare, pure and simple. On the girls’ side, there were some excellent teams, but honestly there wasn’t another team in the field that was going to challenge Lynwood or Bellevue. Instead the undefeated teams would end up facing each other in the semifinals where a hotly-contested game ended in Bellevue pulling away in the end for an entertaining 73-60 victory for Bellevue. What did high school basketball fans get to watch the following night on ROOT Sports? A 69-40 blowout yawner by Bellevue over a talented, but overmatched Arlington squad. Of course, the Tacoma Dome wasn’t the only place
where these badly planned WIAA mismatches were taking place. For example, the top bracket in the 1B girls’ tournament in Spokane had the first, second, third and fifth-ranked teams filling out the four slots. The lower bracket had the fourth and sixth-ranked teams, along with two unranked squads. If you think that’s bad, we’ve got more. In the “regional� round of 16; formerly known as the opening round of the state tournament, the WIAA paired top-ranked Lynden Christian against second-ranked Zillah. Zillah won the game and advanced, while the top-ranked team went home in disbelief. It doesn’t end there. The opening round foe for second-ranked Zillah in Yakima for the 2A tournament was none other than third-ranked King’s. That is correct. The WIAA matchup up the top three teams from the 1A field before the semifinals had even tipped-off. There’s much more, but I think you’re beginning to get the drift. So to be fair, I sat down with paper, pen, the final AP rankings and team info sheets and an empty 16-team bracket. I thought it was going to take me about five minutes to put one tournament together, but to my dismay it actually took me eight. I propose that the WIAA not only move back to the 16-team tournament that the majority of schools have been clamoring for, but that they also do away with the tournament “draw� and name representatives from each district to convene and create a “selection committee� just as the NCAA does. Hashing out the seeds for 16 teams is easy enough for me, so I’m very sure they could do an even better job of it. Just for kicks, here is how I thought the 16-team 3A boys’ pairings should have looked (seed in parentheses): (1) Garfield vs. (16) Mountlake Terrace (8) Edmonds-Woodway vs. (9) O’Dea (5) Peninsula vs. (12) Wilson (4) Auburn Mountainview vs. (13) Kamiakin (6) Lincoln vs. (11) Shadle Park (3) Bellevue vs. (14) Enumclaw (7) Cleveland vs. (10) Kennedy (2) Rainier Beach vs. (15) Stanwood
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PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS
HOME DOME. (left) Lincoln senior guard Alvin Johnson attacks the basket. (middle) One of Tacoma's best post players in memory, Lincoln senior Tamia Braggs was the 3A Narrows League co-MVP this season. (right) Lincoln senior guard Victoria Mukisa takes it to the hoop at the Tacoma Dome.
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Forced to foul, the Lady Abes could do nothing as Edmonds drained free throw after free throw on their way to a 50-42 victory, and the incredible Lady Abe season had come to an end. For the Curtis boys’ basketball team, the 2015-16 season ended on the final day of the 4A Hardwood Classic at the Tacoma Dome on Saturday, March 5. They were awarded a trophy and posed at midcourt along with the Curtis coaching staff, cheerleaders and WIAA representatives in front of a throng of appreciative fans from University Place. While it is always an honor to bring home hardware from a state tournament, it was clear on the faces of the players that this piece of hardware was not the trophy they were looking for. The Vikings (25-5) finished in fifth place following the three-day 4A state tournament, and one couldn’t help shake the feeling that the team could have been playing Federal Way in the state championship, had they just shot perhaps five percent better in their final two games. Like many hot shooting teams, the Vikings fell victim to the wide expanses behind the baskets in the Tacoma Dome, not to mention some intense and physical inside defensive pressure from Central Valley, Kentwood and Gonzaga Prep. Still, the Vikings were within striking distance of a win in the semifinals, as well as the third-place game on Saturday because they had left everything on the
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After spotting the Sockers a 4-1 lead in the first quarter at the ShoWare Center, the crowd was still all-in with Tacoma, having just recently witnessed the Stars claw their way back into consecutive games and pull victory from the ashes of defeat. The teams traded a goal apiece in the second and third quarters and Tacoma went into the final period trailing 6-3. A goal by Vince McCluskey pulled the Stars within two scores of San Diego at 6-4 just 48 seconds into the fourth quarter and the game began to take on a fevered pitch. The Sockers answered nearly five
court in each contest. Sometimes if the shots aren’t falling like they usually do, a team can grind it out and walk away with a gritty win. It’s something that Curtis did several times during their impressive South Puget Sound League South Division championship season. In fact, it’s what happened in the opening round of the 4A tournament. After trailing 26-24 at halftime versus Central Valley (20-7) of Spokane, the Vikings ratcheted up the defensive pressure in the second and grinded their way to a 54-44 victory, despite shooting just 38.8 percent from the floor. Curtis held Central Valley to just 25 percent shooting in the second half, and the Vikings had punched their ticket into the semifinals to face a familiar foe. Any real student of the game of basketball will tell you that it’s very difficult to beat the same team three times in one season. This is even truer when facing a statecaliber team. After two defeats, an opposing coaching staff has now had the opportunity to get a good look at what they need to fix or change to get over the hump and finally get a win. This was actually looking like a possibility for the Vikings, should they meet Federal Way in the state championship game, since Curtis had went toe-to-toe with the undefeated Eagles twice in the postseason, and had lost by a total of five points. No other team had played as well against the eventual 4A state champions. First, they would have to get past the Kentwood Conquerors (22-7), the champions of the SPSL Northeast Division and a team Curtis had edged 66-63 in the secondplace game of the SPSL tournament. From the outset, it was clear that Kentwood had an axe to grind with the Vikings.
They played a physical brand of basketball underneath the basket, as well as out on the perimeter, and it kept Curtis just off-balance enough to take a hotly-contested 66-59 win from the Vikings. Kentwood shot a blistering 56 percent from the field, while Curtis was unable to find a hot hand and could muster just a 37.9 percent outing. The third-game tilt with the Eagles wasn’t to be. Kentwood would go on to lose to Federal Way 66-54 in the state championship game. Anyone who attends enough state basketball tournaments has seen a host of teams follow up a tough loss with a lackluster performance the following day. Sometimes in defeat, it’s incredibly difficult for a team to bounce back just over a half day later and lay it all on the line for one final push. This wasn’t the case with the Vikings on Saturday morning against Gonzaga Prep (24-3), who themselves, had lost a brutal last second semifinal against Federal Way the night before. In fact, both teams put on an exceptional show for their schools and it was thrilling to watch. Curtis and Gonzaga Prep played to a near stalemate in the first half, as the Bullpups took a 26-23 lead in to the locker rooms. Gonzaga Prep went on a run in the third quarter and led by as many as 10 points before the Vikings clawed their way back and tied the game to end the period. The fourth quarter was a wild affair, as Curtis built a 50-40 lead with just over four minutes remaining in the game. Two minutes later, Gonzaga Prep had cut the lead to 51-47 and the momentum had clearly swung the Bullpups way. Still, Curtis held a 52-49 lead with just 15.6 seconds left, but a Gonzaga Prep threepointer bounced off the rim, hit the glass and
dropped through the basket as time expired, and the two teams would go into overtime. The Vikings couldn’t regain their footing in the four-minute overtime period, while the Bullpups would hit all three field goal attempts, as well as seven out of eight free throws to take the third-place win 65-54. The Life Christian boys’ basketball team (25-3) entered the 2B state tournament in Spokane as one of the favorites to compete for the title. The Eagles were the 2B Pacific League and Central District champions and looked to use their 2015 fourth-place state tournament experience as a stepping stone toward the big trophy. Facing an determined underdog in Lind-Ritzville/Sprague in the opening round, the Eagles were unable to shake a 32.8 percent shooting performance, and despite a late surge, fell 62-57 and found themselves on familiar path as they would have to grind it out for another fourth-place trophy. The second game saw the Eagles pick up their field goal shooting to nearly 50 percent as Life Christian pounded Friday Harbor 62-35. In the fourth-place game on Saturday, the Eagles faced two-time defending state champion Morton-White Pass, and the game went wire to wire between two teams that very well could have met in the state finals. Powered by 24 points from senior Reid Roelofs and 11 points and 20 rebounds from junior Luke Lovelady, the Eagles nipped Timberwolves 49-47 and found themselves the proud owners of the 2B fourth-place trophy for the second year in a row. It was an exciting and successful season for the Abes, Vikings and Eagles, and it was tough to see this good thing finally come to an end.
minutes later and San Diego’s three-goal lead returned at 7-4. A goal by Steve Mohn at the midway mark and a blast by Mike Ramos pulled the Stars to within one goal at 7-6 with less than four minutes remaining in the game. The final minutes saw the entire crowd get to its feet and fill the arena with chants, shouts, whistles and screams. After winning the last two matches with mere seconds left on the scoreboard, the Stars’ faithful knew as long as there was time on that clock, they had a fighting chance. With just 50 seconds remaining in the game, it was a pure Tacoma moment. Former Wilson High School star Joey Gjertsen connected with former Stadium Tiger standout Raphael Cox and when the ball hit the back of the net past San Diego goal-
keeper Chris Toth, you would have thought there was a capacity crowd surrounding the field. It was just that deafening. The two teams entered the first 10 minute overtime period and as he had all game and all season, Tacoma goalkeeper Danny Waltman made some brilliant saves, keeping San Diego off the scoreboard in the sudden death situation. Both teams remained tied after the first overtime period, so after a quick breather, the teams took to the pitch again for another 10 minute sudden death overtime period. The atmosphere at the ShoWare Center was absolutely nerve-wracking. As the second overtime period approached the midpoint, lightning struck for San Diego as Anthony Medina took a headed pass from veteran star Kraig Chiles
and headed the ball past Waltman for the game winner. The ball was actually headed three times in a row before hitting the back of the net, and it was as spectacular, as it was shocking. Tacoma would travel to San Diego the following Sunday, March 6 and felt the full brunt of San Diego’s attack in the 11-3 loss. The Sockers scored in bunches, all the while, Tacoma never was able to find its rhythm in a match that truly looked like the experienced team, versus the young newcomers to the league, which the Tacoma Stars were. San Diego advances to the Pacific Division finals against Soles de Sonora. The Stars finish the season and postseason at 13-9 and will return to MASL play next November. Season ticket orders are already available at TacomaStars.com.
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PUYALLUP TRIBAL IMPACT Supporting the Economic Growth of Our Community
State, local and Puyallup tribal officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on Feb. 18, 2015 for the next Interstate 5 project in Tacoma that will create a new bridge over the Puyallup River and reconstruct the I-5/State Route-167 interchange, commuter lanes and increase access to tribal properties. Pictured here are (left to right): Puyallup tribal member David Duenas; State Representative Hans Zeiger (R-25); Tacoma Deputy Mayor David Boe; Puyallup Tribal Chairman Bill Sterud; State Secretary of Transportation Lynn Peterson; Hamilton Construction President Scott Williams; WSDOT Olympic Region Administrator Kevin Dayton; and Kierra Phifer with U.S. Senator Patty Murray’s office.
Considered among the most urban of Native American tribes, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians has grown to be a critical component of the South Sound economy. As Pierce County’s sixth largest employer, a donor to a broad range of charitable organizations, and a major funder of housing, roads, education and environmental projects, the Puyallup Tribe stands as a model for taking care
of not only its own membership but sharing its wealth among the broader community as well. The Puyallup Tribe is one of the largest employers in Pierce County. With a payroll of more than 3,200 people that work in the Tribe’s businesses, government, economic development corporation, school, and health and housing authorities — approximately 70 percent
of whom are non-Native — employees enjoy competitive wages and benefits. In 2013, the Tribe spent more than $461 million. This spending supports communities by providing good wages and generous benefits to individuals, and through purchases of goods and services from local suppliers, vendors, contractors, construction companies and more. From sponsoring countless local
charities, non-profit organizations, social welfare projects and events that may otherwise suffer or cease to exist, to protecting the environment, funding crime prevention, city improvement projects and healthcare, the Tribe maintains its commitment to honoring its welldeserved reputation as “the generous people,” a reflection of the meaning of the Tribe’s very name “Puyallup.”
SUPPORT FOR OUR NATIVE COMMUNITY
As a method of preventing substance abuse, the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority organized a drum-making gathering outside the Tribal Youth and Community Center. The drum is a sacred instrument that brings people together and offers a connection spiritually, and a connection with Native culture and identity. “Drum Assisted Therapy” research has shown that drumming improves mental health and spirituality and is beneficial in treating substance abuse disorders. The drum symbolizes the heartbeat of the Mother, and the songs that are sung with drumming are sacred and relate to Native American ancestry, stories and traditions. Even the drum itself offers a connection to the spirit of the animal and the cedar used to create the drum.
To the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, the word “community” means more than its own membership circle. With more than 4,800 Puyallup tribal members locally and across the country, and an Indian population of over 24,000 in the tri-county area, the Puyallup Tribe takes great pride in continuing its ancestral ways by caring for Native American people across the board. HEALTHCARE Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) has seen many accomplishments this past year. Below are just a few of the top news stories of 2015. New Construction/Remodel. It was a year of major renovation as PTHA added a two-story, 10,000-square-foot wing to the Takopid building and remodeled existing departments. Community Health moved into its new space both upstairs and down. Pediatrics added six additional exam rooms. Referral Services, Patient Benefits, Patient Accounts, Security and Member Services all moved into their new spaces. And Medical saw a huge improvement with expanded exam room space. Self-rooming. An exciting change at PTHA was the start of self-rooming, where patients now checkin and receive instructions on locating their specific exam room. This process eliminates waiting room time, provides easier access to services and better care as the health services come to the patients. Pharmacy. PTHA has been working over the past few years on improvements in pharmacy workflow. Wait time is now averaging less than two and a half
minutes for medication pick up. Medical School Residency Program. This program has first, second, and third-year medical school student residents. The residency has allowed PTHA to expand capacity, offering primary care physicians to many patients that were previously urgent care only. The addition of Osteopathic manipulation has been a huge success. The residency has allowed growth in the capacity for obstetrical (OB) care at PTHA. In the past year, PTHA has not referred out one OB patient due to capacity issues. Events. Puyallup tribal members enjoyed days dedicated specifically for them during School Days, Healthy Ways and the four Honoring Our Elders days throughout the year. Mental Health Month was celebrated in May at Cheney Stadium as the Puyallup Tribe community enjoyed a Tacoma Rainiers game and participated in a Guinness Book of World Records attempt to bring awareness to mental health. Treatment Center alumni celebrated recovery during the annual Alumni Picnic at Chief Leschi School. ELDERS Elder care is a top priority for the Tribe, with nearly $5.2 million spent last year on elder care services. The Tribe’s beautiful House of Respect Elders Center – a $13 million facility opened in 2009 – stands as testament to the Puyallups’ deeply held reverence for their elder membership. The center, located on a historically significant site above the Puyallup River, offers a variety of health and recreational options for Puyallup elders over 45 years old.
YOUTH The Tribe works to proactively instill positive values in its young members as early as possible through several important means: s Puyallup Tribal Community Center – This 34,000square-foot-facility includes a 15,000-square-foot gymnasium and other areas for youth activities. The facility also accommodates gatherings for meetings, weddings, funerals and cultural activities. The Tribe partners with Junior Achievement to offer financial education to the youth which is now held at the Tribal Community Center for two weeks during the summer. s Chief Leschi Schools – Providing a Nativefocused academic environment for children in prekindergarten through high school, Chief Leschi Schools serves Native American students from more than 60 different tribes with current enrollment of approximately 1,030 students. As one of the largest Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools constructed in the nation, the 200,000square-foot school is intended to be a model for Native American programs around the country. s Grandview Early Learning Center – During 2014, Grandview Early Learning Center served 137 families and 243 children, providing quality and culturally appropriate early childhood care for Native children in the community. Education opportunities within the Tribe don’t stop there. For its members seeking higher education after high school, or their general equivalency degree (GED), the Puyallup Tribe ensures that funding is available for tuition assistance, books, tutoring and more. HOUSING The Puyallup Tribe and the Puyallup Nation Housing Authority (PNHA) strive to provide safe, sanitary, and comfortable homes for Puyallup tribal members, their families, and other Native Americans living in the Puyallup Nation’s service area. During 2014, the Puyallup Tribe spent over $3 million providing housing assistance to more than 150 households. The recently completed Longhouse project in Tacoma added a total of 20 new tribally owned and operated units and have operated at full occupancy from their completion. During 2014, the Housing Authority served 147 individuals. After a couple of years, during which there was a freeze on Section-8 vouchers, the Housing Authority began issuing vouchers again in 2014 and has the funding in place to issue and sustain 40 households. The Puyallup Nation Housing Authority has a total of 37 single-family homes that are being purchased or rented; 70 apartment units; and eight duplex units. All units are kept fully occupied and few vacancies occurred during 2014.
For more information about the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, visit www.puyallup-tribe.com.
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PIG APPLE. (Left) Pig Snout's Dahlia and Lucien Tamminga drop by NBC Studios in New York. (right) Vedanth, Lucien Tamminga, The Roots' Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, Justin Tamminga and Dahlia Tamminga on the set for Ludwig Drum Company. By Ernest A. Jasmin
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esistance to Pig Snout is futile. Anyone who has caught the Tamminga family band over the past several months at the New Frontier Lounge or Music and Art at Wright Park festival can attest to this. First, the trio disarms you with cuteness as Tacoma’s youngest indie-rockers – 8-year-old Dahlia Tamminga and big brother Lucien, 11 – take turns on drums and keys. Before long, you realize these kids are polished well beyond their years and, by the end of their show, set staples “The Tar Trap” and “Hold Your Ground” are hopelessly stuck in your cranium. Pig Snout – also singer, guitarist and dad Justin – will soon make their debut on “Band in Seattle” after taping an episode of the regional music showcase on Thursday, March 10 at Seattle’s Victory Studios. (Their episode is expected to air this spring. Find an updated schedule for the show, which airs on CW11, at www.bandinseattle.com.) But an even bigger deal is who the Tammingas worked with last week in New York: none other than Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the legendary Roots drummer and band leader from “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.” Justin Tamminga fought through waves of jet lag last week to describe the project that could land them a national following. TACOMA WEEKLY: On Facebook recently I’ve seen the kids in an ad, and all of a sudden I’m seeing pictures of Dahlia with Questlove. So what is going on? TAMMINGA: So, last year we were asked to do a Nordstrom’s commercial. They flew us down to L.A. for four days. That was in November. TW: How did that come about? TAMMINGA: They were doing a thing on inspiring kids. They found Lucien and Dahlia somehow, and they were at the top of the list as they went through, and then a couple of other kids. There was this professional skateboarder (named Finn McGill) who’s like 15. They flew them all down and ... that came out the day we left for New York. Pretty crazy. TW: So just a few days ago. TAMMINGA: Yeah, it came out on Monday. TW: Is the New York trip related to that? TAMMINGA: No, it’s completely different. Dahlia was featured in Tom Tom Magazine (in February 2015) and
Ludwig (Drum Company) saw their article and contacted us. They offered to give us a drum set because they were really excited about what we’re doing to inspire other kids. They ended up giving us the kit – a Questlove Breakbeats kit. It’s his kit that he designed to throw in a cab and cruise around Brooklyn and play shows or whatever. It tears down fast, is really small. For the kids it’s perfect size. We’ve been playing that thing for a year. He started designing an actual children’s kit that he’s calling the Pocket Kit. So they called and asked if Dahlia and I would be in the instructional video that comes along with the kit. Dahlia’s the little kid that’s telling other kids how to play, and then I show her how to put the thing together, Dahlia and this other little boy that was there. Lucien didn’t have to do anything because he’s too big for their children’s kit. We shot on Tuesday with Questlove’s production company, OK Player. It should come out at the end of April, I think. TW: So what do the kids make of all this? As an adult musician, this would be kind of amazing. TAMMINGA: Questlove, for me, was a pretty crazy, big deal. I’ve loved the Roots forever, and he’s a really good drummer. He’s kind of a hero, so it was cool to meet him. The Roots had a song on “Yo Gabba Gabba,” so the kids knew who he was from there and little bits from Jimmy Fallon. They thought it was cool. TW: The other day you messaged that you had time off and were trying to do fun stuff with the kids. What did you get into? TAMMINGA: The first things that came out of their mouth were Statue of Liberty and Central Park Zoo, so we went down to Battery Park and looked at it (the Statue) from there. Then we took the train up to Central Park. We did a bit of Times Square and somebody hooked me up with another musician that we met and hung out with for a while. Then we got to go to the Blue Man Group’s studio and the kids got to play this crazy PVC thing. TW: From what I remember when I interviewed you a year and a half ago, this was something you started to have an activity with your daughter and son. To have all this happen on top of that, what is that like? TAMMINGA: It’s pretty surreal and kind of overwhelming. I started playing music with my 8-year-old and 11-year-old and (they’re) just not sounding any different than if I played with some adults. The whole thing’s pretty bizarre. If you go to a show and you close your eyes and didn’t see them, you wouldn’t know the difference, unless they sang.
TW: The kids are still having fun with it obviously, and they’re getting better as they do it more. Do they wanna play music when they’re grown up, or is it just kind of a fun hobby for them now? What do they think of all this? TAMMINGA: We don’t really talk about it. I book just the right amount of shows, and they play, and they have fun. There’s not an agenda involved. If they do it, then they do it. If not, at least they know how to play music, and they’ll have it to fall back on. TW: What’s coming up next? TAMMINGA: We’re working on an album. We have to find distribution and stuff like that, but it’s getting closer to done. TW: What can you tell me about it? TAMMINGA: It’s just the songs we’ve been playing live. I recorded them a year ago, but then the kids got so much better that I waited and recorded them again. I started last August, and it’s just been kind of a process. TW: Where are you recording? TAMMINGA: At my house. I’ve been doing that for a long time. I pretty much teach music, and then we record that. That’s our thing right now. TW: I still see a lot of people with the t-shirts that the kids designed. Are you still letting them do all the album art and make decisions like that? TAMMINGA: Oh yeah, that’s not gonna change. I’m curious to see how it goes the older they get.
Look for updates on the band’s upcoming appearance on “Band in Seattle,” which airs on CW11, at www. bandinseattle.com. The trio’s next Tacoma performance is on Saturday, March 12 at Real Art Tacoma with Kimya Dawson and Lobsana.
PIG SNOUT WITH KIMYA DAWSON AND LOBSANA 7 p.m. Saturday, March 12 Real Art Tacoma, 5412 South Tacoma Way Tickets $9-$12 www.realarttacoma.com
THE THINGS WE LIKE ONE JUST PEACHY Tacoma Musical Playhouse presents “James and the Giant Peach,” a stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s best-selling 1961 children’s book. The story revolves around James who accidentally drops magic crystals by abn old peach tree, causing the peach on top to grow as big as a house. Inside, James meets fantastical friends, the likes of Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybug, and more. TMP’s production will include original music by Tony-Award nominated lyricists Benj Pasek and Justin Paul at 11 a.m. on March 12 and 19 and 2 p.m. on March 12, 13, 19 and 20 at TMP, located at 7116 Sixth Ave. Tickets are $10 to $15; www.tmp.org.
TWO HAUNTED WATERFRONT Enjoy an evening of ghostly tales, “Ghosts
in the Balfour Dock Building,” which returns for a second year to Foss Waterway Seaport, 705 Dock St., at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12. The historic warehouse’s dark setting and sounds of the working waterfront will provide ambiance as ghostly spirits appear to tell their stories. Admission ranges from $5 to $16, including hot drinks and snacks, but the event is free to Foss Waterway Seaport members; www.fosswaterwayseaport.org.
THREE SWEET MARY Singer-songwriter Mary Farr, a.k.a. Sweet Mary, will headline Wright Park’s Second Sunday concert series at 1 p.m. on March 13
at the Park’s W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory.The series showcases acoustic performers in a range of genres, including folk, rock, pop, blues and jazz. Upcoming shows include Good Vibes Trio on April 10, Gina Belliveau on May 8, Kareem Kandi Trio on July 10, Kathye Long on Sept. 11, The Winterlings on Nov. 13 and Eugenie Jones on Dec. 11. The suggested donation for Sunday’s show is $3 donation; www. metroparkstacoma.org/conservatory.
FOUR SILENT BUT DEADLY The Grand Cinema presents a special presentation of the 1922 silent, horror classic “Nosferatu” at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 13. The renowned German film – directed by F.W. Marnau and starring Max Schreck – is best known as one of the earliest cinematic depictions of vampires; and, in the silent tradition, the Grand has brought in the Invincible Czars from Austin, Texas to pro-
vide the soundtrack this weekend. Tickets are $12.50 to $15. The Grand is located at 606 S. Fawcett Ave. www.grandcinema. com.
FIVE ART BUS ANNIVERSARY Tacoma’s Art Bus will celebrate its sixth anniversary and St. Patrick’s Day with a guided tour that’s set to take off at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 17, from 805 Pacific Ave. The tour’s celebrity guide this time will be Nancy Guppy - best known for starring in Seattle TV Shows “Art Zone” and “Almost Live” – and there will be stops at Happy Belly, Art House Café, Open Arts Studio, Colors, Crimson Wraps & Graphics and more. Tickets are $11 to $22. Learn more at www.duchessofdowntown.com.
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'NEW WOMEN OF COUNTRY' AT EMERALD QUEEN CASINO
Photos by Bill Bungard On March 3, the Emerald Queen Casino hosted CMT's New Women of Country tour which showcased Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles, singing songs from her solo debut album, “That Girl”; Canadian singer-songwriter Lindsay Ell, who previously appeared in town at Hometown Throwdown, an up-and-coming artist showcase put on at Cheney Stadium by KKWF-FM (The Wolf, 100.7) in 2014; Nashville's Tara Thompson, who debuted with “Someone to Take Your Place” this year; and Morton native Brandy Clark who penned a number of hits for other artists - including The Band Perry's “Better Dig Two,” LeAnn Rimes' “Crazy Women,” and Miranda Lambert's “Mama's Broken Heart” - before earning a Best New Artist nomination at last year's Grammy Awards for her 2013 full-length debut, “12 Stories.”
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Jazz LIVE Featuring Pearl Django with guest vocalist Gail Pettis March 13, 5 p.m. Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Dr. NE
Although the band’s roots are firmly in the music made famous by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, its extensive repertoire includes traditional jazz classics and original compositions. The band’s signature style is marked by pristine and dexterous string work, colors of Bal Musette, the steady pulse of rhythm guitar and an unmistakable swing that delights audiences of all musical sensibilities. Original member and guitarist Neil Andersson has rejoined the group, and along with new addition Tim Lerch on guitar and longtime members David Lange on accordion, Michael Gray on violin, Rick Leppanen on bass, the ensemble is creating music as good as ever. Their special guest for the evening is the wonderful vocalist Gail Pettis, hot off her second Russian tour last year and always a delight wherever she performs. Admission is always free to all ages. Info: http://www. marineviewpc.org
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Of all the privately run art galleries in Tacoma, the one that consistently offers great shows of major, art-historical importance is B2 (pronounced “bee squared�) Fine Art located at 711 St. Helens Ave. Past shows, for example, have featured some of the “mystics� of the Northwest School. Currently, B2 is hosting a show featuring work by two contemporary African American female artists who have national stature: Faith Ringgold and Aminah Robinson (Robinson passed away just last year). Entitled “Politi Oso,� the show features large pictorial works by Robinson and print work, paintings and quilts by Ringgold. The show examines race, feminism, culture, religion and politics. Ringgold will make an appearance at the gallery at an artist’s reception April 9. Robinson is generally classified as a folk artist, but she was trained in art media at art schools around Columbus, Ohio where she was born and raised. More specifically, Robinson comes from one of the first federally funded urban housing projects called Poindexter Village. Poindexter Village, its history, its vitality and the characters that populated it were an unending wellspring of inspiration for Robinson. Through her art, she celebrated her home neighborhood as if it were Athens, Jerusalem, Rome or New York. It is inspiring to see an artist that functions as a bard of a particular community – someone who sinks roots into one place and knows its secrets, its depth and is in touch with its life force. Such artists remind us that the human drama is universal and that our own communities have every bit as much significance as the larger metro poles. Robinson’s works on
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STORY TELLER. Detail from Faith Ringgold's "Seven Passages to a Flight," one of the artist's famous quilts. Ringgold will be at B2 Fine Art in Tacoma April 9. The quilt shows scenes from Ringgols's life.
display at B2 are thick, textural scenes of people engaged in festive processions or political protests. Collages of fabrics (there are lots of neckties) and clusters of buttons are stuck on or stitched to the surfaces. The “People of the Book� woodcut series is a set of prints of stylized faces. There are two giant sized faces done in watercolor, augmented with fabrics. For “Bedouin Woman,� Robinson utilized neckties to form the veil of the subject. While Robinson’s depictions of civil rights marches are political, they have a colorful joyfulness about them: the people of Poindexter Village pressing for their rights as part of a communal effort happily undertaken. Ringgold’s political work, on the other hand, is darker and more confrontational. There is a red and green map of the country called “The United States of Attica� where violent episodes from American history are plotted on the map. One of Ringgold’s quilts, “Declaration of Freedom and Independence� contrasts the schoolbook version of American history with scenes from African
American history. The Boston Massacre, for example, is paired up with a scene of a lynching. The Boston Tea party is contrasted with the civil rights march in Selma, AL. The show also features a magnificent nude portrait of an African American woman called “Soul Sister,� from the Black Light Series in which Ringgold was seeking to use dark, contrasting colors as a means of depiction – a use of color that she observed in traditional African art. Ringgold is also an award-winning author and illustrator of children’s books. Some of these are linked to her more lighthearted and joyful story quilts, such as “Seven Passages to a Flight� which shows little vignettes of girls in their polka dotted dresses. “Tar Beach #2� is a story quilt that shows a busy cityscape with children happily flying above the bridges and buildings. Congratulations to B2 on putting together another great show. Don’t miss the April 9 (5-8 p.m.) reception appearance of Ringgold herself. For further information visit www. b2finearts.com.
The Invincible Czars March 13, 7 p.m. Grand Cinema, 606 S Fawcett Ave.
"Nosferatu" (1922) silent film with live accompaniment. "Nosferatu" is one of the most revered films in the history of cinema. Regarded not only as the world’s first vampire movie, it is also considered the first important horror film. It was, however, almost erased from history when the estate of Bram Stoker sued the filmmakers for copyright infringement and most of the prints of the movie were destroyed. This project marks the 7th effort for a band that’s increasingly becoming known for its well-crafted original silent film scores. In March 2015, the band were artists-in-residence at Texas A&M University, where they gave three lecture-recitals on music for film and silent film that culminated in a live performance of their score for "The Wind." They’ve also performed silent film scores at the Kimball Museum, Sam Houston State University, Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, University of Houston and several outdoor music and film events. The Invincible Czars’ "Nosferatu" incorporates violin, glockenspiel, organ, flute, bass clarinet, vocals, music box, loops, electric guitar, bass, singing bowl, tambourine and other hand percussion, all of which is a sight to behold when performed live by only four players. Info: www.grandcinema.com/events/nosferatu.
'Singin’ in The Rain': Classic Film with Trivia March 16, 6:45 p.m. Grand Cinema, 606 S Fawcett Ave. Join The Grand Cinema each third Wednesday of the month for screenings of classic movies and hosted trivia. March’s Classic Film Series features a classic 1952 musical comedy set in Hollywood’s silent movie era during the advent of “talkies.� Starring Debbie Reynolds and co-directed by Gene Kelly, "Singin’ in The Rain" tells the story of a silent film production company and cast making their difficult transition to sound with drama and hiccups along the way. Info: www.grandcinema.com.
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‘THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO’ Comedic play also holds a message for today’s divided world
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BALLY WHO? (left photo) Romancers Peachy Weil (Steven Walker) and Joe Farkas (Kelly Mackay) have more on their minds than tie straightening. (right photo) Reba Freitag (Kim Holm) brings levity onto the stage with every one of her often-nutty comments. By Eilish McLean Special to Tacoma Weekly
When one thinks of Alfred Uhry, it is likely that his moving piece “Driving Miss Daisy� comes to mind. But for Tacoma Little Theatre’s latest production, it is his lesser known, but equally potent piece, the Tony Award-winning “The Last Night of Ballyhoo� that was chosen to be performed, and to great effect. “The Last Night of Ballyhoo� is set in 1939 Georgia, when anti-Semitism was still predominant in the South. Set primarily in the Freitag household, it explores the self-deprecating nature of one family’s relationship with their own Judaism, while the young daughters of the house struggle to find a date to the last night of Ballyhoo, the biggest social event of the year. Katelyn Hoffman is delightful as Lala Levy, a young
woman home from college in disgrace after failing to get into a sorority. Her obsession with “Gone with the Wind,� painful crushes, and over dramatic antics shape her into a character that wouldn’t look out of place at boy band concert, but one that is sure to charm. Stacie Hart plays Boo Levy, Lala’s exasperated, frequently out of sorts mother who just wants her daughter to get a respectable date. Their dynamic will seem familiar to any mothers or daughters in the audience, but will get a laugh out of anyone. Hart’s occasional forays into tragedy, with the discussion of her character’s deceased audience, are some of the most powerful moments in the performance. The elusive Peacy Weil, played by Steven Walker, matches Lala’s character turn for turn so that their interactions result in hilarity. Lala’s cousin, the also fatherless Sunny Freitag, is played by Jill Heinecke.
Sunny is a prim and proper Wellesley girl, and though quieter than her cousin, her insecurities and motivations have just as large an impact. Her romance with the earnest Joe Farkas, played by Kelly Mackay, seems to take her by surprise more than anyone else. Kim Holm portrays Sunny’s mother Reba Freitag, who brings levity onto the stage with every one of her often nutty comments. It is the patriarch of the family, Adolph Freitag, that really stole the show. Russ Holm is hilarious as Lala and Sunny’s grumpy but affectionate uncle. He seems torn between demanding that his entire family get off his lawn and giving them the shirt off his back. No character is spared from his pointed complaints, to the benefit of the audience. This poignant work certainly doesn’t suffer from a lack of laughs but, as director Jeff
Kingsbury points out, “It has a serious message as well, one that’s especially relevant in the current political environment.� Today, when it seems that terrorism and radical politics dominate the news, the ever-present idea of the “other kind� seen in the play can seem especially striking. This message about a cultural division, even amongst the same community, can be seen to be nearly universally applicable. Based on the audience response, it was also well received. Despite a couple of easily fixable hiccups with stuttered lines on opening night, it was a strong opening performance. “The Last Night of Ballyhoo� runs through March 20. Tickets are $24 for adults, $22 for students, seniors and military, and $20 for children under 12. There will be a “Pay What You Can� performance on Thursday, March 17. Learn more at www.tacomalittletheatre.com.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: DEF LEPPARD Def Leppard is headed to Tacoma. The British rock band – known for “Love Bites,� “Pyromania,� “Pour Some Sugar on Me� and other hits - will headline the Tacoma Dome on Oct. 1, and they’re bringing fellow ‘80s hit makers REO Speedwagon and Tesla with them. Tickets are on sale now with prices ranging from $29.50 to $125. Learn more about that show and these other hot tickets online at www.ticketmaster.com except where otherwise indicated.
• Buddy Guy: 7:30 p.m. May 25, Pantages Theater, $34 to $110; www.broadwaycenter.org.
• Jeff Dunham: 3 p.m. April 10, Tacoma Dome, $27.
• Dixie Chicks: 7 p.m. July 8, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn, $76 to $136.
• ZZ Top: 7 p.m. April 10, Emerald Queen Casino, $70 to $185. • Iron Maiden with The Raven Age: 7:50 p.m. April 11, Tacoma Dome, $36.95 to $86.95. • Aimee Mann with Billy Collins: 7:30 p.m. April 22, Pantages Theater, $29 to $79; www. broadwaycenter.org. • Dustin Lynch: 8 p.m. April 27, Emerald Queen Casino, $30 to $75. • BeyoncÊ: 6 p.m. May 18, Century Link Field, Seattle, $45 to $280. • Billy Joel: 8 p.m. May 20, Safeco Field, Seattle, $53.75 to $133.75.
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• Ladies Night Out, vol. 7 featuring Tevin Campbell, El Debarge, Silk and more: 7:30 p.m. May 28, Showare Center, Kent, $32; tickets.showarecenter. com. • Bob Dylan with Mavis Staples: 7 p.m. June 4 and 5, Chateau Ste Michelle, Woodinville, $70 to $144.50; on sale 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12.
• Slipknot with Marilyn Manson and Of Mice & Men: 6:30 p.m. June 11, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn, $30 to $72. • Rob Zombie with Korn: 6:30 p.m. July 27, White River Amphitheatre, $25 to $69.50; on sale 10 a.m. Friday, March 11. • Modest Mouse with Brand New: 7:30 p.m. July 30, KeyArena, Seattle, $31.99 to $51.99.
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• Chris Janson: 9 p.m. Sept. 10, Washington State Fair Events Center, Puyallup, $35, www.thefair. com. • For King & Country with Matt Maher: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 12, Washington State Fair Events Center, Puyallup, $26 to $46; www.thefair.com.
• Tim McGraw: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 4, Washington State Fair Events Center, Puyallup, $85 to $350.
• Dierks Bentley with Tucker Beathard: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 22, Washington State Fair Events Center, Puyallup, $65 to $100; www.thefair.com.
• Thompson Square: 9 p.m. Sept. 9, Washington State Fair Event Center, Puyallup, $35; www. thefair.com.
• Train with Magic!: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25, Washington State Fair Events Center, Puyallup, $50 to $75; on sale 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12.
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GET LUCKY. Performing at Lucky Fest on March 12 at the Tacoma Dome are (clockwise from top left) Andrew Bayer, Ilan Bluestone, Jason Ross and Grum from the Anjunabeats label. By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com
St. Patrick’s Day may not be until next Thursday, but thousands of locals will get a jump on their Guinness and green beer slurping this weekend, thanks in part to a new event in Puyallup. Organizers of the inaugural St. Patrick’s Fest Northwest are expecting anywhere from 2,000 to 5,000 early revelers when they take over the Pavilion at the Washington State Fair Events Center in Puyallup for a weekend of ale, Irish music and cover bands on Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12. “I just thought there could be big potential to do it the weekend before St. Patty’s Day,� said festival founder Bryan Purdy, also owner of Gordon & Purdy’s in Sumner. “Most people go to Irish Pubs, but they’re pretty small. They only hold a couple hundred people, you know. So I figured let’s try it out. It’s gotten a really good response just from word of mouth.� Live entertainment at St. Patty’s Fest will include popular Johnny Cash tribute act, Folson Prism; U253 (U2 tribute); Alive She Cried (Doors); Creedence Rising (Creedence Clearwater Revival) and the Pierce County Firefighters Pipes & Drums corp, which should be the busiest musical act in town over the next few days. The fun starts at 4 p.m. on Friday and 11:45 a.m. on Saturday. Tickets for the event are $5 in advance, $10 at the door, and are available in advance at Gordon & Purdy’s, 17136 WA-410, in Sumner. Learn more at www.stpatricksfestnw.com. Also taking on a St. Patty’s Day theme is Lucky Festival, the electronic dance music festival that
will take over the Tacoma Dome on Saturday, March 12. It’s put on by Seattle’s USC Events, the EDM promoters best known for Paradiso Festival - the hedonistic summer gala they throw at the Gorge Amphitheatre - and Freak Night, which brought big name DJs to the Tacoma Dome in October. Lucky boasts nearly two dozen EDM performers on three stages, including Steve Aoki, Disco Lemonade, Ghastly, Carographer, Grum and Innit, with music kicking off at 6 p.m. Tickets are $86 and still available through Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.com), but you have to be 18 or older to get in. Expect Doyle’s Public House to again be one of the hottest spots in town as organizers erect a 4,000square-foot party tend in the in parking lot between the bar and King’s Books next door for three night’s of partying, on March 11, 12 and 17. On March 11, Doyle’s will host “The Voice� alumnus Stephanie Anne Johnson, the Delvon Lamarr Trio and the Bog Hoppers, with music starting at 6 p.m.. On March 12, Fields Under Clover 6, the Luke Stanton Band and Andrew Landers will play under the big tent. Then, on the big day it’s Cottonwood Cutups, Billy Stoops & The Dirt Angels, The Staxx Brothers and Rusty Cleavers. Pick up a Doyle’s t-shirt for $20 and that covers the cost of admission for all three days. Those are available at the bar, which is located at 208 St. Helen’s Ave.; (253) 272-7468 or www. doylespublichouse.com for further details. O’Malley’s Irish Pub will host a three-day festival of its own, from March 17 to 19 at 2403 Sixth Ave. On Thursday, March
17, live music will include Seamus & Shannon, Pierce County Firefighters Pipes & Drums and the ever-popular Fun Police with music starting at 9 p.m. On Friday, it’s Wyatt Olney & The Wreckage and Downglow. Then, on Saturday, the band will have Jameson specials with Lit End headlining. Admission will be by donation. Learn more by calling (253) 627-9403. And the more ambitious (read: less hung over) may want to try to 8th annual St. Paddy’s Day Run, which welcomes runners of all skill levels to take part at 8 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day. Participants can run or walk a 1k, 5k, 10k or half marathon, all of which kick off at 815 Pacific Ave., Find race maps and registration info online at www. stpaddysruntacoma.com.
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Nightlife TW PICK OF THE WEEK: SEATTLE’S THE PURRS ARE BACK
THIS WEEKEND, HEADLINING A SHOW AT THE VALLEY PUB ON FRIDAY, MARCH 11. MUSIC STARTS AT 8 P.M., AND SHARING THE BILL ARE DOUBLE CREATURE AND THE VARIETY HOUR. ADMISSION IS FREE; WWW. THEVALLEYTACOMA.COM.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 11 REAL ART TACOMA: Prep Chambers, Cally Reed, Off the Dome, MAGesty, Young Kim and more (hip-hop) 7 p.m., $8, AA DOYLE’S: Stephanie Anne Johnson, Delvon Lamarr Trio, The Bog Hoppers (eclectic) 7 p.m., $10 three-day pass G. DONNALSON’S: Kareem Kandi Band (jazz) 8 p.m., NC GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Notorious 253 (dance) 9 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Brooke Lizotte, Rafael Transquilino, Ivan Gunderson, Bennett Pullen (blues, rock) 8 p.m., $10 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Led Zeppmen (Led Zeppelin tribute) 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: The Windbreakers (yacht rock) 9 p.m., $5-$10 TCC – BLDG 2: TCC Jazz Band (jazz) 7:30 p.m., NC, AA TACOMA COMEDY: Tom Segura (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., sold out TACOMA DOME: Lucky Fest featuring Steve Aoki, Anjunabeats, Dada Life and more (EDM, DJ dance) 6 p.m., $86, 18+ THE VALLEY: The Purrs, Double Creature, The Variety Hour (alternative, power-pop) 8 p.m., NC WASHINGTON STATE FAIR: St. Patrick’s Fest Northwest (rock, Celtic) 4 p.m.
SATURDAY, MARCH 12 RIALTO: Northwest Sinfonietta with conductor David Lockington present “Mass in Time of War� (classical) 7:30 p.m., $20-$60, AA DOYLE’S: Fields Under Clover 6, Luke Stanton Band, Andrew Landers, Polecat 10 (eclectic) 6 p.m., $10 three-day pass EMERALD QUEEN: Boz Scaggs (rock, blues, soul) 8 p.m., $40-$95 G. DONNALSON’S: Johnaye Kendrick (jazz) 7:30 p.m., NC GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Notorious 253 (dance) 9 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Hell’s Belles (AC/DC tribute) 8:30 p.m., $15 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC REAL ART TACOMA: Kimya Dawson, Lobsana, Pig Snout (folk, indie-rock, pop) 7 p.m., $9-$12, AA THE SPAR: The Dave Roberts Band (singer-songwriter) 8 p.m., NC THE SWISS: The Spazmatics (‘80s covers) 9 p.m., $5-$10 TACOMA COMEDY: Tom Segura (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., sold out THE VALLEY: Stereo Creeps, Ex-Gods, Infinite Flux (metal, alternative) 8 p.m., NC WASHINGTON STATE FAIR: St. Patrick’s Fest Northwest (rock, Celtic) 11:45 a.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 13 TACOMA COMEDY: Jubal’s Drag Show (comedy) 8 p.m., $16-$22, 18+
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DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC MARINE VIEW CHURCH: Pearl Django with Gail Pettis (gypsy jazz) 5 p.m., NC NEW FRONTIER: Bluegrass Sunday, 3 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Geriatric Jazz (jazz) 11 a.m., NC, AA O’MALLEY’S: Comedy open mic, 8:30 p.m., NC REAL ART TACOMA: Trap Kingz, Granted, Juice the God, Jep Toney (hip-hop) 3:30 p.m., $5-$10, AA STONEGATE: Bobby Hoffman & The Soul Spiderz (blues) 9 p.m., NC WRIGHT PARK – CONSERVATORY: Second Sunday Concert series with Sweet Mary (folk, bluegrass, country)
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DAWSON’S: Heather Jones and the Groove Masters (R&B, soul) 8 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Rockaroke (live band karaoke) 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Chuck Gay (open mic) 7 p.m., NC
TUESDAY, MARCH 15 DAWSON’S: Doug Skoog and Brian Feist (blues) 8 p.m., NC
ANTIQUE SANDWICH CO.: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., $3, AA DAVE’S OF MILTON: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 7 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Ha Ha Tuesday with Huck Flyn, Drake Nelson and host Boe Blast (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $5 NORTHERN PACIFIC: Stingy Brim Slim (blues) 7 p.m., NC, AA STONEGATE: Leanne Trevalyan (open mic) 8 p.m., NC
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DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, blues, jazz) 8 p.m., NC HARMON TAPROOM: Open mic with Steve Stefanowicz, 7 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Highway to Hempfest tryouts (rock, electic) 9 p.m., $5 NORTHERN PACIFIC: Open mic, 7:30 p.m., NC, AA STONEGATE: Dave Nichols’ Hump Day Jam, 8:30 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Comedy open mic, 8 p.m., NC, 18+ TOWER BAR & GRILL: Michelle Beaudry (jazz guitar) 4:30 p.m.
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An exciting new musical inspired by Roald Dahl’s classic tale about the orphaned boy who escapes from his wicked aunts aboard an enormous, enchanted peach inhabited by a bevy of very big bugs. Ages: Recommended for ages 4 and up. Price: Adult, $13; Senior/Student/Military, $12; Child 12 and under, $10. Info: (253) 565-6867 GOODNIGHT DESDEMONA (GOOD MORNING JULIET) Fri., March 11, 7:30 p.m. Pacific Lutheran University Kittredge Gallery, 1500 N. Warner St. Come enjoy the correct gallery exhibits at Kittredge including works by James Allen and Deborah Kahn. Price: Free Info: (253) 8793701 "THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO" Fri., March 11, 7:30 p.m. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 North I St. It’s December 1939, and Adolph Freitag, his sister Boo and nieces Lala and Sunny, a Jewish family so highly assimilated they have a Christmas tree in the front parlor, are looking forward to Ballyhoo, a lavish cotillion ball sponsored by their restrictive country club. Price: $20-$24.
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Info: (253) 272-2281; www. tacomalittletheatre.com/tickets/ KITTREDGE GALLERY EXHIBIT Fri., March 11, 10 a.m. University of Puget Sound – Kittredge Gallery, 1500 N. Warner St. Come enjoy the correct gallery exhibits at Kittredge, including works by James Allen and Deborah Kahn. Price: Free. Info: (253) 8793701 GHOSTS IN THE BALFOUR DOCK BUILDING Sat., March 12, 8-10 p.m. Foss Waterway Seaport, 705 Dock St. Foss Waterway Seaport, in partnership with Tacoma’s School of the Arts and Live Paint, invites you to an evening of ghostly tales at night, in the dark. Just a little bit
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PLAY TO LEARN Tues., March 15. 10 a.m. Charles Wright Academy, 7723 Chambers Creek Rd. W. Play to Learn is a program hosted by the Children’s Museum of Tacoma for children ages six and under and their adults, parents, grandparents, neighbors, family and friends. Price: Free. Info: (253) 620-8373
(RE)PRESENTING NATIVE AMERICANS Thurs., March 17, 10 a.m. Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave. What is the “American identity,” and how has the artwork of the American west affected your ideas of American identity? Parking: Several lots. Price: $14; $12 students 6-17, military, seniors; $35 families (2 adults & 4 children under 18); free for children 5 & under & members. Free 3rd Thurs. 5-8 p.m. Info: (253) 272-4258
THE STORY DEPEND ON THE TELLER: BOOK ARTS IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Wed., March 16, 8 a.m. Pacific Lutheran University, 12180 Park Ave. S. The Pacific Northwest is nationally known for its strong community of book artists. This invitational exhibit features notable regional artists
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ARIES (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) You take comfort in the things that you can physically experience through your senses. You’re striving for predictability right now after a season of twists and turns. Never one to turn down excitement, you now find that you also need stability in the same way. Reach out for that which makes you feel secure.
LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22) While your absolute wish is to have something rock solid to hang on to in your life, you may find that the harder your grasp at constancy, the quicker it slips through your fingers. There will be unforeseen events happening that will throw you for a loop. Hang on until the waters calm down.
TAURUS (Apr. 20 - May 20) All emotional attachments that are intangible or do not serve you are washing away from you. You find that if relationships aren’t promoting something positive in your life, they are working against you. Embrace the solid people in your life right now and gravitate toward them at your will.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Your relationships need to be constant. They need to be a rock on which you can build your foundation for everything else in your life. You realize just how important constancy is in your personal relationships and how it has a ripple effect on everything else. Do your part to stabilize it.
GEMINI (May 21 – Jun. 20) You may be going through a topsy-turvy time as you try to make ideals and thoughts concrete from the ethereal. Instead of forcing square pegs into round holes, appreciate that there are some things that will never fit nicely into the categories you want them to. CANCER (Jun. 21 – Jul. 22) You find a sense of comfort and stability within your social group. There are people that are readily available to you to lean on when times are tough or you just need a fresh perspective. Friends play an enormous role in your life right now and you can thank your lucky stars that you have so many good ones.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Home life will take on a more suitable role in your life as you implement plans and actions that will make your home more sturdy. This can – and probably will – include knocking items off your to-do list. You may also find yourself more health conscious than usual. Do all the healthy things.
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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) You take great pride in your family and children and feel as though they are the foundation on which you build your life. Patience with them becomes easier this week, as you remember to appreciate them even through the hard times. Be thankful and show them how much they mean.
LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22) Ideally, you would love if your work were more stable. Fluctuations in income and jobs may have you a feeling a little uneasy. Strive toward the financial security that you so need in your life right now. With enough hard work, these goals can be attainable.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) When times get tough and life seems to keep you in a rocking boat, you have only to look back on your childhood home or to your mother for comfort. Even if your home life wasn’t the most stable, you at least have the comparison to your life now that can make you appreciate current stability.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22) Lofty ideals can only get someone so far before they have to reach for the permanent, solid actions. This week you will be differentiating between that which is a daydream and that which is reality. You can count on a lesson being learned, but it’s up to you if it’s a tough one or an easy one.
PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 20) This week you will be communicating to those around you the role that you need them to fill in your life. If interpersonal relationships are not fulfilling, you may be reading the state of the union address to your partner. Try to consider all sides and perspectives and remain fair in your talks.
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TO: WAUHILLA SIMMONS In the Welfare of: L., M DOB: 12/12/12 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2016-0005 In the Welfare of: L., K DOB: 03/11/15 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2016-0004 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an INITIAL Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404. You are summoned to appear for an INITIAL Hearing on the 18TH day of APRIL, 2016 at 2:30 PM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. 1451 EAST 29TH STREET, TACOMA, WA 98404
YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Dispositional Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404. You are summoned to appear for a Continued Dispositional Hearing on the 12th day of May, 2016 at 9:30 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. 1451 EAST 29TH STREET, TACOMA,WA 98404 NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
NO. PUY-CS-06/12-051 Summons in a civil action And notice of hearing IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT PUYALLUP INDIAN RESERVATION TACOMA, WASHINGTON Angela N. Ronayne Petitioner, v. Julian Dillon Respondent,
In order to defend yourself, you must file an answer by stating your defense in writing and filing it with the court and serving a copy on the petitioner within twenty (20) days after the day you received notice of this hearing. If you fail to respond, a DEFAULT JUDGMENT may be entered against you without further notice to you. A default judgment is a judgment granted the Petitioner for what has been asked in the Petition.
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Case Number: PUY-CV-CUST-2016-0006 Nature of Case: Parenting Plan YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to appear and respond to the Civil Complaint/Petition filed by the above named Petitioner in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404. A(n) Initial Hearing is scheduled at the abovenamed Court on March 17, 2016 at 1:30 P.M. You must respond in writing to the civil complaint/petition within twenty (20) days after the date of the first publication of this summons. You must serve a copy of your written answer on the Petitioner and file with this Court an affidavit of service. Failure to file a written response may result in a default judgment entered against you. The parties have the right to legal representation at their own expense and effort. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court. Copies of the Civil Complaint/Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St., Tacoma, WA 98404. If you have any questions, please contact the Court Clerk’s Office at (253) 680-5585. NO. PUY-CS-CS-2015-0055 Summons in a civil action and notice of hearing IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT PUYALLUP INDIAN RESERVATION TACOMA, WASHINGTON Ashley Marie McCord Petitioner, v. Jesse Patrick Thomas Respondent, The petitioner filed a child support (civil) action against you in the above named court. In order to defend yourself, you must file an answer by stating your defense in writing and filing it with the court and serving a copy on the petitioner within twenty (20) days after the day you received notice of this hearing. If you fail to respond, a DEFAULT JUDGMENT may be entered against you without further notice to you. A default judgment is a judgment granted the Petitioner for what has been asked in the Petition. This Summons in issued pursuant to Section 7.24.090(4.08.100) of the Puyallup Parental Responsibility Act. NOTICE OF HEARING: A hearing on the petition is set for May 4th, 2016 @ 9am at the Puyallup Tribal Court. Dated March 2nd, 2016 Kasandra Gutierrez, Clerk of the Court Puyallup Tribal Court, 1451 East 31st Street, Tacoma, Washington 98404 (253) 680-5585
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The petitioner filed a child support (civil) action against you in the above named court.
NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
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This Summons in issued pursuant to Section 7.24.090(4.08.100) of the Puyallup Parental Responsibility Act. NOTICE OF HEARING: A hearing on the petition is set for April 27, 2016 at 9:30 am at the Puyallup Tribal Court. Dated February 24, 2016 Kasandra Gutierrez Clerk of the Court Puyallup Tribal Court 1451 East 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404 (253) 680-5585
YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Adjudication Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET TACOMA, WA 98404. You are summoned to appear for an Adjudication Hearing on the 2nd day of June, 2016 at 2:30 PM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
TO: Michelle Hutchins and Michael Zollner In the Welfare of: Z, L. DOB: 11/10/2013 Case Number: PUY-CW-TPR-2016-0003 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 EAST 31ST STREET TACOMA, WA 98404.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT AT KENAI IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION K.M.R, DOB: February 14, 2007 Minor under the age of Eighteen (18) Years Case No. 3KN-15-220 PR/A NOTICE OF HEARING TO: MARK ALLEN GRAMMER PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a hearing will be conducted to determine whether a Petition for Adoption of K.M.R, minor child born on the 14th day of February, 2007, at Tacoma, Washington, should be granted for GAUDALUPE RENTERIA, JR. The haring in this matter will be conducted at the ALASKA COURT SYSTEM, Kenai Superior Court, State Court Building, 125 Trading Bay, Suite 100, Kenai, Alaska, 99611, on the 23rd day of March, 2016, at the hour of 1:30 o’clock p.m. As the biological father of K.M.M, you have a right to attend this proceeding, contest the issues, and defend your right of natural parenthood. If the Court grants the Petition for Adoption, such action will have the effect of establishing the relationship of parent and child between GRUDALUPE RENTERIA, JR., and in the same manner as if he was the natural part of the child. Such action would abolish all rights and obligations of support, custody, maintenance and inheritance. For further information concerning this matter, please contact the Attorney for Petitioner at the following address: JEFFREY DOLIFKA, DOLIFKA & ASSOCIATES, P.O. BOX 498,Soldotna, Alaska, 99669, (907) 262-2910. The address and phone number of the Court are: ALASKA COURT SYSTEM, Kenai Superior Court, State Court Building, 125 Trading Bay, Suite 100, Kenai, Alaska, 99611 Telephone (907) 283-3110.
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE IN RE THE ADOPTION OF ETHAN DANIEL AHLSTROM, NO: 15-5-01010-3 SUMMONS AND NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF PETITION/HEARING RE: TERMINATION OF PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP A person under the age of eighteen. TO: “JOHN DOE” alleged father AND TO: “JOHN DOE”, person claiming a paternal interest in the above-named child. You have been named as the father or a possible father of the above-named child. A Petition for Termination of Parent-Child Relationship has been filed in the aboveentitled court. The Petitioner(s) are/is asking the Court for an order permanently terminating the parent-child relationship between you and the child, permanently terminating all of your rights to the child and for a Decree of Adoption declaring the Petitioner(s) to the legal parent (s) of the child. The child was born on June 21, 1999, in Olympia, Thurston County, Washington. The name if the child’s mother was BRANDY JENII AHLSTROM at the time the child was conceived. In order to defend against your defense in writing and by serving a copy upon the attorney at the address below within thirty days after March 4, 2016 the date of first publication of the summons and notice ,or an order permanently terminating your parent-child relationship with the child by default will be entered. A default order is one where the Petitioner(s) is/are entitled to what he/she/they ask for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the attorney at the address below you are entitled to notice before a default order may be entered. One method of serving your response is to send it by certified mail with return receipt requested. If service is made by mail , the service shall be deemed complete upon the third day following the day upon which the response is placed in the mail, unless the third day falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, in which event service shall be deemed complete on the first day other than a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, following the third day. You have the right to be represented by an attorney. If you are indigent and request an attorney will be appointed for you. You are further notified that you have the right, pursuant to chapter 26.26 of the Revised Code of Washington, to file a claim of paternity regarding this child. Failure to file such a notice, or to respond to the Petition for Termination of Parent-Child Relationship within thirty days of the first date of Publication of this summons and notice is grounds to terminate your parent-child relationship. If the child is a Indian child as defined by the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978, 25 U.S.C. 1901 et. Seq., and if you acknowledge paternity of the child or if you paternity of the child is established prior to the termination of the parent-child relationship, your parental rights may not be terminated unless you give valid consent to termination, or your parent-child relationship is terminated involuntarily pursuant to chapter 26.33 or 13.34 RCW. The Court hearing on the Petition of Termination of Parent-Child Relationship shall be on the 1st day April, 2016 at 9 AM in Courtroom 3, pierce County Superior Court, located at ReNew Hall WA 98402. YOUR FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THIS HEARING MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT ORDER PERMANENTLY TERMINATING ALLL OF YOUR RIGHTS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED CHILD DATED THIS 22 DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2016 PIERCE COUNTY COURT CLERK
VOLUNTEERS New Year’s Resolution: Volunteer for Hospice You decided you want to volunteer your time, connect with others, and make a difference. All of that is possible volunteering with Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care. You can help us in many ways. Make a phone call, hold a hand, arrange some flowers, run an errand, or listen to life stories. Our comprehensive training includes access from your computer or portable device for your convenience. Our next training begins March 12th. To learn more or reserve your spot call 253-534-7050. Great Volunteer Opportunity Make friends, have fun and help seniors with simple tasks. You’ll make a big difference by helping people maintain their independence. This is volunteering, not caregiving. Volunteers must be 55 or older, low income, serve 15 hrs/wk and live in Pierce or Kitsap Counties. Drivers are especially needed. Benefits include hourly tax-free stipend and mileage reimbursement. For information call Julie at Lutheran Community Services, Senior Companion Volunteer Program, (253) 722-5686.
Build Success Many middle school students need your help with math homework and preparing for tests and quizzes in our after school program on Tuesdays at Baker Middle School. Be a part of their successful transition to high school by helping them with math now. Please contact Jenna Aynes at jaynes@ tacoma.k12.wa.us or 253-571-5053 or Lori Ann Reeder lreeder@tacoma. k12.wa.us or 253-571-1139 for specifics.
You are summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing on the 6th day of June, 2016 at 1:30 PM If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
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LINK IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION! You may remember Link as one of the many cats from a confiscate case, and this hunk-o-rama is available for adoption at long last. Fond of cooing his love for you, the Lynx Point is most definitely a people pleaser. He’s used to having many cats for company, though we’re not sure how he’d take to dogs or small children. The 4-yearold may require a special diet or medication having experienced GI inflammation while in our care. Nonetheless, this lover of toys, petting, and brushing just needs a chance to begin his life anew. #A502556
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Dedication and tireless efforts are making a difference in our community. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 2nd grade readers or to assist in the Homework Club at Fern Hill Elementary School on Wednesdays from 4-5 PM. Please contact Judy Merritt @ 571-3873 or jmerrit@ta-
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The process of grooming kids for success can act as a powerful deterrent to dropping out of high school. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 9-12 grade at Oakland High School. Students need assistance in Algebra, Basic Math and English Monday - Friday. Volunteers must be consistent, reliable and willing to share their knowledge in one of the above areas weekly. Please contact Leigh Butler @ 571-5136 or lbutler@ tacoma.k12.wa.us for more information. A Student Needs You. The process of grooming kids for success can act as a powerful deterrent to dropping out of high school. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 9-12 grade at Foss High School. Students need assistance in Algebra, English, Geometry and Trigonometry on Monday and/or Wednesdays. Volunteers must be consistent, reliable and willing to share their knowledge in one of the above areas weekly. Please contact Tiffynee Terry-Thomas @ 571-7380 or xx for details. 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 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.
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