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Fort Nisqually and old lace

Lace has been a preferred fashion accessory for centuries. To past generations of women, it was a status symbol and a visible declaration of social standing. The delicately woven pieces have been used in place of coin and currency in some areas and even forbidden in others. Owning one yard

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Fort Nisqually and old lace

Lace has been a preferred fashion accessory for centuries. To past generations of women, it was a status symbol and a visible declaration of social standing. The delicately woven pieces have been used in place of coin and currency in some areas and even forbidden in others. Owning one yard

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Go Philly

Lincoln High teens gather at Go Philly after school, other shop owners pop in to say hello and grab take-out, the phone rings loudly with to go orders. This neighborhood corner sandwich shop opened last June and is doing so well the owner is already looking at opening additional locations.

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Go Philly

Lincoln High teens gather at Go Philly after school, other shop owners pop in to say hello and grab take-out, the phone rings loudly with to go orders. This neighborhood corner sandwich shop opened last June and is doing so well the owner is already looking at opening additional locations.

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Third Thursday Art Walk

We hate to say it, but this was most likely the last Third Thursday that art lovers could walk the streets hitting gallery after gallery without umbrellas, boots and coats in blowing rain.   Helm Gallery opening night was heavily attended. Crowds turned out to see the much-anticipated first viewing of

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Third Thursday Art Walk

We hate to say it, but this was most likely the last Third Thursday that art lovers could walk the streets hitting gallery after gallery without umbrellas, boots and coats in blowing rain.   Helm Gallery opening night was heavily attended. Crowds turned out to see the much-anticipated first viewing of

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Desert Essence and Treasure Chest

Desert Essence Let me tell you about a line of eco-friendly face products from Desert Essence. The company prides itself on being the first brand to introduce tea tree oil to the United States. Trader Joe’s in University Place sells Desert Essence face and body wash, facial cleansing pads, and blemish

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Desert Essence and Treasure Chest

Desert Essence Let me tell you about a line of eco-friendly face products from Desert Essence. The company prides itself on being the first brand to introduce tea tree oil to the United States. Trader Joe’s in University Place sells Desert Essence face and body wash, facial cleansing pads, and blemish

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Kate Shanaman

Co-owner of The Turning Point Kate Shanaman rocks it right at a Ladies Only afternoon party. Karen O’Donnell in Tacoma does her sassy platinum locks. Shanaman tells us she fashioned her black headband from DKNY tights ($18) by cutting a leg off. Way to be inventive. Revlon’s Racy Rouge lipstick

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Kate Shanaman

Co-owner of The Turning Point Kate Shanaman rocks it right at a Ladies Only afternoon party. Karen O’Donnell in Tacoma does her sassy platinum locks. Shanaman tells us she fashioned her black headband from DKNY tights ($18) by cutting a leg off. Way to be inventive. Revlon’s Racy Rouge lipstick

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If Looks Could Kill

Lauren Hoodenpyle strikes me as a bit of a modern gypsy. She’s lived back East, down South and all over the country, done all kinds of things and now, via Hollywood, has newly arrived in Tacoma. Hoodenpyle is the creator of If Looks Could Kill, an exciting, in-your-face line of

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If Looks Could Kill

Lauren Hoodenpyle strikes me as a bit of a modern gypsy. She’s lived back East, down South and all over the country, done all kinds of things and now, via Hollywood, has newly arrived in Tacoma. Hoodenpyle is the creator of If Looks Could Kill, an exciting, in-your-face line of

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Grounds with Sounds

Here’s a mouthful: Grounds with Sounds Artisan’s Community Entertainment Café. The self-described coffee house, which landed in downtown Olympia in April, serves a mouthful of gourmet food, coffees, teas and desserts. Sure, salad, sandwich and soup sound simple enough, but attention to detail in preparation and presentation set Artisan’s Café menu

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Grounds with Sounds

Here’s a mouthful: Grounds with Sounds Artisan’s Community Entertainment Café. The self-described coffee house, which landed in downtown Olympia in April, serves a mouthful of gourmet food, coffees, teas and desserts. Sure, salad, sandwich and soup sound simple enough, but attention to detail in preparation and presentation set Artisan’s Café menu

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Songs from a Taylor

Tacoma jazz guitarist Ed Taylor has Gibson Guitars in his camp, an honor that allows him to play what he feels are the best guitars in the world. His Gibson of choice: the Steve Howe ES-175, which he works masterfully on his latest CD, Songs From A Taylor. The Weekly Volcano

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Songs from a Taylor

Tacoma jazz guitarist Ed Taylor has Gibson Guitars in his camp, an honor that allows him to play what he feels are the best guitars in the world. His Gibson of choice: the Steve Howe ES-175, which he works masterfully on his latest CD, Songs From A Taylor. The Weekly Volcano

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Commencement Bay Maritime Fest

In its 11th year, the Commencement Bay Maritime Festival showcases Tacoma’s working waterfront with special attention to the nautical experience: boat building, dragon boat races, boat rides, and even train rides. Kids got a kick out of entertainers like Ladybug the Clown and Mario Lorenz who made balloon swords and

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Commencement Bay Maritime Fest

In its 11th year, the Commencement Bay Maritime Festival showcases Tacoma’s working waterfront with special attention to the nautical experience: boat building, dragon boat races, boat rides, and even train rides. Kids got a kick out of entertainers like Ladybug the Clown and Mario Lorenz who made balloon swords and

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Bombay Bistro finally opens

Anticipation is an amazing thing. It can make one fixate on things with almost intolerable clutches. Tacoma is now released from said clutches. Bombay Bistro really truly opened yesterday. Let the gluttony begin. Like locust descending on a field of sweet corn, Tacomans from far and wide poured into Bombay Bistro

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Bombay Bistro finally opens (Closed)

Anticipation is an amazing thing. It can make one fixate on things with almost intolerable clutches. Tacoma is now released from said clutches. Bombay Bistro really truly opened yesterday. Let the gluttony begin. Like locust descending on a field of sweet corn, Tacomans from far and wide poured into

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