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Rescued Kinkajou in 'fair health' after wellness exam at Point Defiance Zoo
TACOMA, Wash. — Officials said the young kinkajou recently found at a Yakima rest stop is healthy after undergoing a wellness exam. The kinkajou was rescued by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Police. He was then taken to the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium in Tacoma to be examined while staff worked to find a safe place for him.
Make friends with the furry and feathered residents of Green Apple Alpacas in Auburn
AUBURN, Wash. — The quickest way to a llama's heart is through carrots. That's just one of the things you learn when you visit Green Apple Alpacas in Auburn, a farm Kandi Dodrill started with her husband Mark five years ago. "We love having visitors," Dodrill said. "We love...
Four Washington Towns Among the Best Places to Live in the Country
I knew when I landed a job in Washington that I had hit the big time. That is, when it comes to the beauty of the magnificent Evergreen state. My husband and I moved to Kennewick in 2014. And, the city of Kennewick makes the list of the Best 100 Paces to Live in the country. According to Livibility.com four Washington towns make the list.
Woven Seafood & Chophouse Set to Open on Ruston Way Waterfront
The Puyallup Tribe and restaurateur Roy Yamaguchi's new restaurant, Woven Seafood & Chophouse, is set to open July 9 on Tacoma’s Ruston Way waterfront. Owned by the tribe and managed by the Seattle-based management group Columbia Hospitality, Woven Seafood & Chophouse aims to celebrate the diverse culture of the Puget Sound and reestablish the presence of the Puyallup in its native homeland, a release said.
Harbor Happenings | July Art Walk is Saturday
Work by more than 50 artists will on display at downtown galleries during Art Walk, fr0m 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 6. Children who visit the Harbor History Museum during Art Walk can try their hand at creating greeting cards from sea-life collages on handmade marbled papers. Artist Suzie Cowan will lead the lessons starting at 11:30 a.m. She’s the featured artist at the museum and her nature-inspired work is on display in the museum’s main gallery.
Free Movies in the Park starts this Friday night at Burien Town Square Park
FREE Movies in the Park begins this Friday, July 5, 2024 in Burien Town Square Park, with a screening of the film “Trolls Band Together.”. The movie will start around 9 p.m. “Bring your blanket and enjoy the show!”. Here’s a list of the films that will screen every...
A Kitsap couple hooked on homesteading now teaches how to eat sustainably
Hidden within a dense forest of the Kitsap Peninsula is a quaint 1.25 acre homestead the houses chickens, rabbits, quail, honey bees, and a large garden filled to capacity with fruits and vegetables. Rainwater caught on the roof of the house is channeled through a gutter and collected into a barrel, providing a sustainable water source for the garden throughout the year. The scent of freshly baked sourdough bread floats out from the kitchen, enveloping the...
A Colorful Oasis at Boran Royal Thai Cuisine
Looking for an escape that isn’t far yet transports your taste buds somewhere new? Boran Royal Thai Cuisine at Point Ruston in Tacoma is the place to go. From colorful botanical accents to frilly ferns, unique decorative hanging pendants, ornate patterns, and detailed carvings, owner Panorchit Weymouth (aka Poom) has taken great care to create a welcoming atmosphere both inside and out.
Melanie’s Park Opens at Thea Foss Waterway
After about a year of work, Melanie’s Park in Tacoma opened on Thea Foss Waterway earlier this spring. The $4.6 million project is Northwest-themed and features a play area that includes a curvy metal slide that whirls down a 36-foot-high tower and a log jam play area that pays homage to the site’s industrial history, a release from Metro Parks Tacoma said.
July Programs & Events at Lakewold Gardens
Revel in the magic of the gardens in summer’s full bloom! This year’s summer soiree and auction invites community members to come together to celebrate and support the gardens on a glorious summer evening with award winning wines and exquisite fare, live music, theatre in the garden, and a touching tribute to Judy Wagner for her decades of devotion to Lakewold Gardens.
El Gran Taco is a mexican sports bar in the making
El Gran Taco is the new Mexican restaurant in White Center at 10230 16th SW in the former Chemos location. Their Grand Opening was June 28. Owners and brothers Fernando and Eduardo Salgado were already successful with four food trucks that serve all over the Seattle area, but a physical location was always a dream. Now it is a reality.
Cooking it up at Southworth Library
For food lovers and passionate chefs alike, the Southworth library’s cookbook club may be the perfect opportunity to meet friends. The cookbook club meets every last Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. Throughout the month, members have the opportunity to test various recipes from a chosen cookbook. During...
In the Spirit 19th Annual Exhibition
IN THE SPIRIT is an annual summertime celebration of Native arts & culture at the Washington State History Museum. IN THE SPIRIT includes a juried exhibition at the Washington State History Museum, a free community opening night & artist awards ceremony, and an Arts Market and Northwest Native Festival. Celebrating...
Elevate PR Management's Fancy Vargas Curates Diverse Art for Bellevue Art Museum Gift Shop
Recently on The Day With Trae, Fancy Vargas, CEO and Creative Director of Elevate PR Management, joined host Trae Holiday to discuss her latest initiative, the Bellevue Art Museum gift shop. Vargas curates art that reflects diverse voices and experiences in the gift shop. Initially, Vargas organized a protest in...
Red, White and Varoom Celebraton in Pioneer Park in Puyallup
Join us July 4th in Pioneer Park for a classic car show, live music, beer garden, food trucks (brought to you by Ag Supply ACE Hardware), market vendors & kids’ zone. Festival is FREE to Attend!. *The drive-in fireworks display will ONLY take place on July 3rd. Please note...
Auburn’s Makers Market will surf into downtown on Saturday, July 19
Auburn’s Maker’s Market will catch a wave and surf into downtown on Saturday, July 19, 2024 from 4 – 8 p.m. This free event is part of the Downtown Auburn Cooperative’s “Meet Me Downtown” Summer Series, this time with a surfing theme. Expect:. Food...
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