Being a child in a family without enough food to eat is hard for many to imagine, and it is the unfortunate truth for many youth in our community. Kelly Wilson took that information to heart 17 years ago when she and friends filled backpacks for a holiday weekend when students were not able to take advantage of meals at school. That event ignited what is now All Kids Win, a … [Read more...] about Women Who Inspire Us: Kelly Wilson
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LeMay – America’s Car Museum Partners with Emergency Food Network for Annual Campaign
For the past ten years LeMay – America’s Car Museum has hosted their annual holiday food drive, Drive Down Hunger, has been an opportunity for the Museum to support local individuals throughout the South Sound that are in need during, the holiday season. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with the Emergency Food Network this year for our … [Read more...] about LeMay – America’s Car Museum Partners with Emergency Food Network for Annual Campaign
Santa for Seniors- A Tacoma Man’s Legacy
The holidays are such a special time of year, but for some isolated seniors the holidays don’t always feel special. For more than 5,600 seniors that may be homebound or feeling lonely, this holiday season will bring extra cheer from a Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) program called Santa for Seniors. Started in 2015 as a legacy tribute to local Tacoma … [Read more...] about Santa for Seniors- A Tacoma Man’s Legacy
Fika Coffee House Opens at Farm 12
Fika: A Swedish custom to pause, enjoy a sweet treat, and a strong cup of coffee. Fika is also the name of a new bakery and coffee shop that is opening on-site at Farm 12. “Since we opened Farm 12 Restaurant, it’s always been a hustle. The constant buzz of people going in and out, the lunch rush, the two hour wait for brunch—we love it all, but we never felt a pause,” says … [Read more...] about Fika Coffee House Opens at Farm 12
Corks & Crush
East Pierce County’s glitziest guests turned out to the Washington State Fair ShowPlex, a venue transformed with a crystal beaded chandelier, elegant draping and flowers galore. More than 400 Corks & Crush guests sampled pours from partnering wineries before Good Samaritan Foundation’s annual event got underway. Former Good Samaritan Regional Rehabilitation Center … [Read more...] about Corks & Crush