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Shake Shake Shake serves classic eats and vintage vibes in Tacoma
TACOMA, Wash. — Shake Shake Shake is so nice they had to name it thrice!. Located in Tacoma's stadium district, the restaurant has been serving classic diner eats since 2013. The décor and menu put a modern spin on the retro diners and drive-in burger joints that were popular in the 1940s.
Passengers wait for hours at SEA Airport due to global service outages
SEATTLE — Some passengers at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) were stuck for hours into Friday morning due to global service outages that grounded planes. The outage stems from a software update by the company CrowdStrike - a cybersecurity firm that provides services to Microsoft. The update included a "defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," that knocked out access to computer networks all over the globe.
Have You Explored the Rainbow Rails Here in Washington State?
Have You Explored the Rainbow Rails Here in Washington State?. My wife and I love a good road trip and we just discovered another unusual sight you should check out. How Do I Find The Rainbow Rails Near Olympia Washington?. If you live on the west side of Washington, you...
Class Offerings at Lakewood YMCA Ideal for Senior Citizens Who Are Lonely
A recent US Surgeon General’s report says that one out of every two Americans are lonely. Research shows that low to moderate intensity activities is more effective than more challenging workouts to reduce depression. Research also shows that weakening of our muscles accelerates after age 60, especially if you are not exercising.
Letter: In A World Where You Can Be Anything
In a world where you can be anything, be kind. On the eve of what would have been our 52nd Anniversary there occurs every year on that date this proverb: “What is desirable in a man is his kindness,” Proverbs 19:22. Kindness. Not macho-ness; not prowess; but kindness.
Iconic Mural to be Restored and Rededicated to the Japanese Community
One of Olympia’s most iconic murals, “The Great Wave Off Kanagawa” is soon to be restored and then rededicated to Olympia’s Japanese American community. The restoration work will be completed by local artists in partnership with the Olympia Japanese American Citizens League and Rainbow Community Arts.
Nominations are now open for a new shrub
Nominations are now open for a new shrub in my backyard. So far, the nomination process is not as messy as the one playing out in our nation’s capital, but it’s still beset with indecision. About three years ago, I thought I had planted a Nootka rose –...
Brew Five Three 2024 Live Performances
TACOMA, WA — Come for the brews and stay for the live entertainment. Brew Five Three, Tacoma’s outdoor beer and music festival, is thrilled to announce the live performers taking the stage on Saturday, August 10 from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Chambers Creek Regional Park. Three musical performances and a special live recording of a beer lovers podcast. See below for more information on each performer.
Try your hand at 1850s crafts during happy hour events at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Back by popular demand, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum is opening its doors after hours for its 21+ event series, Homespun Happy Hour. Tickets are available now for two evenings only, July 25 and August 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. Participants will travel back in time to 1855 as...
An Evening With Kristin Chenoweth with Symphony Tacoma
Saturday, October 5 at 7:30 p.m. Experience an unforgettable evening with Tony & Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth LIVE at the Pantages Theater, accompanied by the magnificent Symphony Tacoma. Known for her iconic performances in Wicked, Glee, and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Kristin has captivated audiences with her...
Attention Brewers: Tumwater Artesian Brewfest Wants You!
Organizers of the annual Tumwater Artesian Brewfest say they have room for more breweries to participate in this year’s festival on Saturday, August 17th. Contact info below. In recent years, some of the region’s largest beer festivals have bowed out, but this festival endures. And why not? Tumwater, WA has a long and proud beer tradition to uphold!
Photo Gallery | Summer Art Festival
Braving the beating sun, people flocked to Sehmel Homestead Park, where the Peninsula Art League (PAL) held the first day of its two-day 38th annual art festival on Saturday, July 20. Artists came from as far away as Duvall and Mount Vernon to take part in the festival and sell...
Dell’Arte International Celebrates 50 Years with New Show at Baduwa’t Festival
As part of a celebration of 50 years of creations, Dell’Arte International brings back String and Shadow for their new show OR SO IT WOULD SEAM at the 2024 Baduwa’t Festival. Equal parts whimsical fairy tale, outer-space odyssey, and slapstick clown show, the story follows Space-Way Assistance Driver...
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