Pierce College Celebrates the Grand Opening of the Renovated Olympic South Building
Pierce College Fort Steilacoom is excited to celebrate the grand opening of the newly renovated Olympic South Building. After undergoing extensive renovations, Olympic South is reopening as a modern, multipurpose learning and engagement space that will support students, faculty, and the broader community for years to come. On April 23, college leadership, students, faculty, staff,…
South Puget Sound Community College Named a “Finalist with Distinction” for the Aspen Prize
South Puget Sound Community College has been named a “Finalist with Distinction”, essentially 2nd place to the Winner, and a $100,000 cash prize. This was announced last Thursday at the Aspen Prize Ceremony in Washington D.C. Much higher than the top 10 distinction and a huge honor! South Puget Sound Community College was nominated for…
Bill Korum’s Puyallup Nissan Celebrates 50 Years
Bill Korum’s Puyallup Nissan, a family-owned and operated business, is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary of providing automotive services to the local community. Since opening its doors in 1975, Bill Korum’s Puyallup Nissan has built a reputation not only for its wide selection of Nissan vehicles but also for its unwavering commitment to customer…
National Recognition for O Bee Credit Union
Readers of Showcase Magazine have told us for many years that O Bee Credit Union was something special. The proof is in their repeat wins as the magazine’s Best Credit Union in a reader poll. Well, what we locals know, now the nation knows — because Newsweek magazine just named O Bee Credit Union one…
Ballet Northwest Celebrates 55 Years with Sleeping Beauty
The Sleeping Beauty awakens this spring in its full glory with ballet and music for four performances during Mother’s Day weekend. Ballet Northwest is thrilled to bring back the costumes, luscious scenery, and a full company of 75 dancers at the Washington Center. “The ballet holds a special place in our hearts,” says Ken Johnson,…
Family Fun Starts at the Puyallup Spring Fair
Celebrating the 125th anniversary this year, and the 35th Washington State Spring Fair! Running April 10-13 & 17-20, here are so many fun reasons to bring your family to the Spring Fair this year .Egg-cellent Easter Adventures – Various Days: Hop on over to Spring Fair for a basket full of Easter fun! Enjoy ongoing…
DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit
Josie Rimmer, Head of Strategy & Women in Motorsport Coordinator at Snoqualmie’s DirtFish Rally School, had decided to walk the walk and she was going to be racing in her first Motor Sport event, when she heard a girl of 7 or 8 ask her dad, “Girls Can Do This?”. “I knew right then that…
TOYTOPIA at the Washington State History Museum
What was your childhood passion? Jump roping? Star Wars® collectibles? Baking in an Easy Bake Oven? Whatever your favorite toy was, then and now, you’re sure to find it in the TOYTOPIA exhibition at the Washington State History Museum, developed by Stage 9 Exhibits. Opening March 13, 2025, and on view through June 5, 2025,…
Second Annual Wine & Wheels
Classic car lovers can also blend their love of wine at one event this spring. On Friday, April 4th Wine & Wheels is presented from 5-7:30 pm at LeMay – America’s Car Museum. Attendees can celebrate the great wineries of the Pacific Northwest who have supported the Museum’s Wheels & Heels Gala over the past…
Christmas in the Forest 2024 Gala
Harbor Foods table: L to R: Justin Erickson, James Harding, Alexis Erickson, Amy Harding, Jason Graves, Allison Graves and Heidi Juergens Drs. Mercy and Elisha Mvundura and their daughter, Anesu Mvundura Providence Southwest Washington Foundation held the 37th Annual Christmas in the Forest Gala Dinner & Auction at the Great Wolf Lodge. For the first…
TACOMA LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS BUG
Tacoma Little Theatre brings the disturbing thriller, BUG, to its stage beginning in April. BUG is written by the Pulitzer and Tony-Award winning author, Tracy Letts, and will be directed by Blake R. York. BUG centers on the meeting between Agnes, a lonely divorcee, and Peter, a soft-spoken Gulf War drifter. Agnes stays at a seedy motel in hopes…
Is This A Room: A Whistleblower’s Arrest, As It Happened
Harlequin Productions presents the regional premiere of Is This a Room, the verbatim FBI transcript of the arrest of NSA whistleblower Reality Winner, March 7 – 23, 2025 at the State Theater. Original concept and direction by Tina Satter. Producing Artistic Director Aaron Lamb will direct. A true story, still unfolding. June 3, 2017. A 25-year-old…
St. Martin’s University Receives Historic $1.5 Million Gift to Launch Baseball Facility Renovation
Saint Martin’s University has received a transformative anonymous gift of $1.5 million to launch the baseball facility renovation project. This unprecedented gift is the largest single donation ever made to Saints Athletics, marking a historic moment for the University and its student-athletes. The initial phase will include critical improvements to the field and enclosing the…
Myth, Magic & Music
Symphony Tacoma invites audiences on a mesmerizing journey through myth, magic, and music with Mythical Landscapes, an enchanting concert featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Xiaohui Yang. This captivating performance on Sunday, February 23rd, at 2:30pm is an exceptional afternoon performance showcasing storytelling works by Sibelius, Grieg, Mahler, and Stravinsky.Symphony Tacoma musicians are thrilled to share the…
The Washington Center & Ballet Northwest Present 2025 Olympia Dance Festival
The Washington Center and Ballet Northwest are thrilled to announce the return of Olympia Dance Festival on March 1 at 7:00pm. The 2025 Olympia Dance Festival features 16 dance companies from throughout Western Washington. This year the Festival will feature guest artists Eran Bugge from Paul Taylor Dance Company and Aaron Loux from Mark Morris…
OlyFed: Positioned to Meet the Needs of Their Growing Community
So, you moved to Thurston County recently. Congratulations! You’re one of more than 20,000 new people who have moved to this beautiful area over the past five years. According to Ryan Betz, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Olympia Federal Savings, “This growth brings diversity, new economic opportunities, housing options, cultural…
Capitol City Honda: Community Centered in Its Second Generation of Service
“We focus on customer service. We always have,” says Kelly Levesque, owner of Olympia’s Capitol City Honda. She and her husband Chris, who is the Dealer Manager, work hand-in-hand in the business that has been in the family for 50 years. “It’s a small town,” notes Kelly. Repeat business is essential. To better serve new…
Asia Pacific Cultural Center’s 27th Annual Event featuring India
Step into a world of color, culture, and celebration at Asia Pacific Cultural Center’s 27th Annual Event on February 15th, 11am-6pm, where India takes center stage! This free family cultural extravaganza located at the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall is a feast for the senses, showcasing the rich traditions, artistry, and flavors of the Asia Pacific…
Peninsula Credit Union Earns 5-Star “Superior” Rating From Bauer Financial
Peninsula Credit Union is proud to announce that it has received a 5-star rating from Bauer Financial, a premier independent bank and credit union rating firm. This recognition underscores our commitment to financial strength, member service, and community impact.The 5-star rating is Bauer Financial’s highest designation, reserved for financial institutions that are considered “Superior” in…