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The excitedly named "TacSea! TacSea!: A Celebration of Music, Art and Life" event at Varsity Grill in Tacoma has a lot of promise to it. Not only does the inclusion of exclamation marks usually indicate good times, but musical guests like Brooklyn Pool and Xylophones only add to the urgency.
Advice Goddess
QUESTION: My girlfriend and I are planning to get married this year. Her finances are in perfect order (she's frugal, with no debts, while I owe $8K on credit cards), so we agreed that she'd manage our money after marriage. But recently, something happened that has me worried. I bought
Sipping Out
Thursday, Feb. 3 Half-price wine, all night, Harmon Tap Room, 204 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, 253.212.2725. $3 Thursdays: $3 beer, $3 wells, $3 for two hot dogs, 4 p.m. to close, Hell's Kitchen, 928 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, 253.759.6003. Wine tasting, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Abby's on Broadway: A Wine Shop, 743 Broadway,
Military Life
Taking care of one's teeth is an excellent way to take care of one's overall health. Research clearly indicates that poor oral health can play a contributing factor in the development of diabetes, heart disease, pneumonia and pregnancy complications. Lindquist Dental Clinic for Children (LDCC) is dedicated to providing accessible, compassionate and
Food Matters
CHEAP COFFEE: It might be on the tail end of the deal, but Downtown Tacoma Cutters Point (1936 Pacific Ave., Tacoma) is serving 50 percent off drinks between 6 a.m. and noon through Feb. 4. Hellz yes. CHILI COOK-OFF: Northwest Harley-Davidson (8000 Freedom Lane N.W., Lacey) hosts a Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser
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This week ... Place: Mi Chalateca Pupuseria Visited: Sunday at noon Partner in crime: Anne Anderle, Weekly Volcano intern Time spent: 2.33 hours Most offensive menu item: Dog penis. Just kidding. Food plates on our table: Approximately eight Space left on the table: Four square inches Biggest mistake: Not wearing elastic waistbands Mutual weight gained: 6 pounds, 14 ounces Event
Military Life
Opportunity is defined as a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.Even better is when an opportunity allows those circumstances to lead to something good that benefits a community. "The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is an opportunity for local nonprofits in Pierce, Thurston and Lewis Counties to solicit
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Most people recognize the lily - a symbol of spring - as the official Easter Seals' logo due to its association with the building of a new life. For the past 68 years, Easter Seals Washington has provided services to ensure that people with disabilities and families in need have equal
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The sign on Jodi Land's desk says it all about the Fisher House on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. "Love What You Do," it reads. "The Fisher House is all about comforting, about providing a place the offers a sense of security and understanding," said Land, the business manager. JBLM's Fisher House is located at
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An ark is a symbol of protection and safety to meet the needs of a community. The MultiCare Health Foundation understands the connection between caring for those in need and being in the community is which providers serve. "We are all about caring on all levels," Mary Ann Bastin, director of pediatric
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The overriding question at Catholic Community Services (CCS) is, "How can we help?" "We provide opportunity as the answer to that question," said Mike Curry, acting agency director. "We fill in what is needed in the lives of our clients." At the core of CCS existence are the values of compassion, diversity,
News Front
Steadfastness and adaptability characterize the mission of the USO Northwest. The United Service Organizations is a private, nonprofit enterprise that supports servicemembers and their families through the Combined Federal Campaign, or CFC. Supporting America's troops is the USO's primary mission. Over the past 49 years, the organization has evolved, developing new programs
Features
It's time to get out of your dining rut and discover new South Sound restaurants. And to help you, we have a few suggestions, at places you should definitely try. Paesan Kitchen and BarThe Foss Waterway in Tacoma is quickly becoming a destination spot for walking, socializing, and anyone looking for
Military Life
On a recent Friday morning in the Proctor district, a girlfriend and I headed into Compass Rose on 26th Ave. Next to an art gallery and Italian restaurant, the window displays caught my eye - a giant ice cream sandwich floatie, and a selection of cool back-to-school gear. As I imagined
Outdoors
Think just because summer is coming to a close in the South Puget Sound that it's time to hang up those running shoes and retreat to the inside of a gym? Think again. The great running tradition is alive and well in our region, even as the days grow shorter and the
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. Josiah & Sam Bogle. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. Tempest Lounge Tacoma - Upper Tacoma. Maurice The Fish Records Showcase. 7 pm. NC. Hannah's Bar & Grille Olympia - Downtown. Open Mic. 9 pm. NC. BLUES Charlie's Sports Bar and Grill Olympia - Downtown. Blues Jam with Blues Attitude.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. Gina Belliveau. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. O'Blarney's Irish Pub Olympia - Eastside. Irish Sessions. Live traditional Irish music. 7:30 pm. NC. Tugboat Annies Olympia - Westside. Open Mic Night. 9 pm. NC. BLUES Stonegate Pizza Tacoma - South. Rafael Tranquilino Rockin' Blues Jam, with David Dickerson, Glenn Hummel.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Harmon Brewery and Eatery Tacoma - Downtown. John Sparrow. 8 pm. NC. Yenney Music Olympia - Westside. Kate Power and Steve Einhorn Uke & Song. All Ages. 7-8 pm ukuleles and instrument playalong 8-9 pm singalong. NC. COMEDY/GAMES Willoughby's Restaurant and Lounge Yelm. Bar Bingo. 7 pm. NC. The Mix Tacoma - Downtown. Barstool
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. Phil Hansen. All Ages. 1 pm. NC. BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Blues Jam, hosted by Tim Hall. 8 pm. City Hall Saloon and Eatery Enumclaw. Rockin' Blues Jam Session. Hosted by Max Renshaw. 6 pm. Uncle Sam's American Bar & Grill Spanaway. Sunday Blues Jam
