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Now that the nightlife circuit in Tacoma is really starting to fill in as more and more bars and lounges take their seat here, a new lease on life is coming to establishments that have deserved our attention all along. Meconi’s Pub and Eatery, and Vin Grotto Café and Wine Bar
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Crescent Moon Gifts thrums with the energy of shoppers milling about, asking questions of “Shoppe Keeper” Angela Wehnert during a time that’s traditionally not busy. Later, Wehnert explains that the energy in the space had been oppressive to her that morning, “heavy.” So she smudged the store to clear the
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“So the cashier at Burger King is about to hand you your food, and you’re expecting her to tell you, ‘Have a nice day,’ and so you’re already thinking, ‘You, too,’ but instead she says, ‘Enjoy Your Meal.’ And you say, ‘You, too.’” Brian Regan has built himself into one
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Jim Campbell’s show at the Museum of Glass has me stumped. I don’t possess the kind of scientific brain it must take to fully understand or appreciate his message or methods. But I do find the work fascinating. Campbell is an engineer, inventor and video artist. He worked on Francis Ford
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When Salon Benjamin gets involved in doing the hair for the fashion show thrown by Red Line Style at Syren Lounge Saturday, March 31, there may be some tufts of brightness to see — courtesy of some extension magic. Bryan Woobank, whose goal is to see Federal Way turn to
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Style, South Hill style Talent scout eyes scoured the hopefuls at the South Hill Mall last week to determine who would be the best and the brightest stars of the Spring Fashion Show at Macy’s Court Saturday, March 31, at 1 p.m. Unlike the past event at the Tacoma Mall, hopeful models
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Thursday COUNTRY kari ehli “American Idol” runners-up piss me off. They are so pompous and self-absorbed. I can’t stand the fact that the majority of them haven’t paid any dues and suddenly they are stars. However, if I had to pick the next “American Idol” it would probably be Lakewood’s own Kari
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Blue Mouse Theatre North Tacoma. The Rocky Horror Picture Show featuring live performances by The Bluemouseketeers, second and fourth Sat 11 pm, $5, $1 prop bags (2611 N. Proctor, tacomarockyhorror.net). Museum of Glass Downtown Tacoma. The Time of Lino and White Light: Glass Compositions by Daniel Clayman, 10 am-5 pm Mon-Sat,
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Children's Museum of Tacoma Downtown Tacoma. Soar Into Story: The Adventures of Raven and Coyote, literacy development for young children. Becka’s Studio, inspiration through textures, colors, materials and patterns. Learning Lounge: Bank On It, where kids learn about financial decisions (kids, this nation needs your help!). New Digs: Urban gardening
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DANCE CLASSES Studio 6 Ballroom Tacoma. Tango Practica, Tues 9 pm, $5. Salsa Practice, Fri 9:30 pm, $5. Fred/Fred and Ginger/Ginger same sex calls, Sat 5 pm (2806 Sixth Ave., 253.905.5301). EVENTS/FESTIVALS Annual Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital Toy Run Fife. Kick off the Holiday season with Vietnam Vets Legacy Vets M/C and
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Capital Playhouse Olympia. Forever Plaid, Nov. 27-Dec. 20, Wed- Sat 7:30 pm, Sun 2 pm, Nov. 29 1 pm, $28-$39 (612 Fourth Ave. E., 360.943.2744, capitalplayhouse.com). Centerstage Theatre Federal Way. Jack and the Beanstalk as a “Panto”, Nov. 28-Dec. 20, Fri-Sat 8 pm, Sat-Sun 2 pm, $10-$25 (Knutzen Family Theatre,
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Childhood’s End Gallery Olympia. Luminescence: Sunshine and Moonlight, pastels by Bill McEnroe and Judith Smith, through Dec. 31 10 am-6 pm Mon-Sat, 11am-5 pm Sun (222 W. Fourth Ave., 360.943.3724). Museum Of Glass Tacoma. 7th Annual Lelavision Physical Music Performance, a display of physical agility and musical prowess infused with a