Stage
Summer is not known for its overabundance of plays being put up by local theaters. Generally, productions are being cast and assembled for the forthcoming season, leaving a bit of an entertainment gap in the hotter months. This doesn't mean, though, that your summer needs to be completely devoid of
Music
With screams for Bruno Mars' 24K Magic World Tour stop still echoing in the corridors enclosing the Tacoma Dome, this week brings two massive top-40 acts to the same venue - and that's before Lady Gaga draws her thousands of little monsters next weekend. This is shaping up to be
Archives
“sleeping beauty” Tacoma Little Theatre presents the classic tale of "Sleeping Beauty" starting this weekend. This retelling of "Sleeping Beauty" by Charles Way maintains its major themes, but features a headstrong princess and additional characters, including Gryff, a half-man, half-dragon creature and a riddle-challenging Spider King. [Tacoma Little Theatre, Nov. 9-Dec.
Focus
Joint Base Lewis McChord provided essential troops for the Operation Enduring Freedom combat duties in Afghanistan. In less than a month after the horrific Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, the United States went on the offensive against al-Qaeda. In October 2001, Special Operations and air power began targeting
Music
One thing I have found out about Tacoma is that this city is full of surprises. Around every corner there is something new to eat, drink, or hear that you have never experienced before. Sometimes it's just out of sight, and out of mind, but when we finally see it
Music
Consuming music on a semi-professional basis - as I have done for the past eight years writing for this fine rag - has a way of distorting one's taste and inclinations. I grew up in a cocoon of air-tight pop songs from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. These three-minute modern
Attractions
It's a good time of year to make a visit to Sequim, a beautiful town on the Olympic peninsula. The lavender is blooming and the whole town is buzzing with the vibe, even the trashcans and bike racks are painted lavender. There are plenty of activities to keep you busy
Travel
It's a short 30-minute drive south to Chehalis for a different type of date night. The Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum offers dinner trains and murder mystery dinner trains on the 100-year-old Cowlitz, Chehalis & Cascade No. 15 (CC&C #15), a Baldwin-built 2-8-2 "Mikado" type steam locomotive. It is one of only
Military Life
Friends Cheryl Johnson, military spouse, and Heather Cole-Smith, veteran, met in 2003 at a Ceramic Certification Class. They bonded over their love of creating art out of ceramic slip, the liquid mixture of clay in water. As their friendship developed they began to dream of one day owning a ceramic
Online Newspapers
There is a connection between sports and military service. After defeating Napoleon at Waterloo in June 1815, the 1st Duke of Wellington allegedly said that the battle was won on the playing fields of Eton. Today, American service academies place a high value on sports - especially football - because they instill
News
During the summer months, you can find Mike Caldwell at the Port Angeles Farmers Market, where he sells his handcrafted Western red cedar patio furniture. He always has a kind word for those serving in the military and often hands out cedar boxes to thank them for their service. One of
News
Greg Hamilton, a former Ranger and Special Forces soldier, wants to be Seattle's next mayor. "It's the craziest thing I've ever done in my life," he said in announcing his campaign in a YouTube video. He contends that Seattle has serious challenges, and he wants to address them in a transparent and
Military Life
"Is it possible for my soul to die?" That was the question a soldier asked occupational therapist Dr. Jenny Owens. Her response would become the formation of a new program and a new way for healthcare professionals to view and treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Together with her husband Evan Owens,
Travel
Free time is limited during military exercises, but sometimes you may find yourself with a day or two and want to get out and explore. The South Sound's natural beauty just begs to be explored, and the nice thing is you can do it and still have all the amenities
