According to the National Center for Education Statistics, a study was done in 2019 that compared youth who participated in activities outside of the classroom versus children who didn’t. The study found that “the percentages of students who attended an event sponsored by a community, religious, or ethnic group with their parents in the past month were higher for those whose … [Read more...] about Boys & Girls Club Gives Back
NNG Winter-Spring 2023
Enrolling in School in Pierce County
Choosing the best academic environment for your child can seem daunting when you move to a new area. There are numerous traditional options to consider—your neighborhood public school, a charter school, or private school—in addition to currently popular options such as online programs and homeschooling. Pierce County is home to 16 public school districts and several … [Read more...] about Enrolling in School in Pierce County
Samoa Happy New Year Celebration hosted by Asian Pacific Cultural Center
Music, the smell of food from the parking lot, two live stages, learning about a new culture, and being surrounded by families just like yours coming together for the new year — this is exactly what to expect on February 25, 2023 at the Tacoma Dome, thanks to the Asia Pacific Cultural Center. Each year since 1997, there has been a different host country either from Asia or … [Read more...] about Samoa Happy New Year Celebration hosted by Asian Pacific Cultural Center
Dancing Goats Coffee Bar in Tacoma’s Brewery District
When Dancing Goats Coffee Bar opened in the Brewery Blocks, Tacoma residents and UW students were treated to a great coffeehouse with a modern look not seen in their other Washington locations. The chic and cool-looking store features their fresh roasted coffee blends as well as the highest level of service. The development at Brewery Blocks revitalized dining and retail … [Read more...] about Dancing Goats Coffee Bar in Tacoma’s Brewery District
Giving Back in the 253
In any community, a sense of “community” is built on the connections made through unique groups of people that support one another. When I moved to Tacoma five years ago, I was wanting to know my neighbors, to feel that my community supported one another, and to find ways to give back. Quickly, I learned that the 253 has an abundance of opportunities for giving of time or … [Read more...] about Giving Back in the 253