Vibrant and diverse, Pierce County is made up of over 20 cities, including urban Tacoma, charming Gig Harbor and home of the Washington State Fair in Puyallup. The County is composed of historic structures and buildings, breathtaking waterfront views, lush rural land, quaint and welcoming suburbs, an ever-industrious energy, and is the neighbor to magnificent Mount Rainier. … [Read more...] about Life in Pierce County
NNG Winter-Spring 2023
Boys & Girls Club Gives Back
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
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 Asia 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 Asia Pacific Cultural Center
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