This year Historic Downtown Centralia will welcome thousands of tourists and shoppers to participate in festive events, shopping and dining this holiday season. This year’s theme? Twisted Traditions. The 12th annual Lighted Tractor Parade is set to draw quite a crowd as usual, with 85 lighted floats confirmed so far and more welcome to enter until the parade is full to … [Read more...] about Downtown Centralia Holiday Season is Twisted
shopping
Packwood Mercantile making Lemonade from Lemons
Sometimes, life has a way of altering our plans and putting us on a new path. For Gemma Wojnar, owner of the new Packwood Mercantile, two seemingly bleak events opened the door for her new venture. First, Wojnar was finishing college in spring 2020 and working in the bar industry. We all know how that went; she was soon out of work, along with much of the workforce who made … [Read more...] about Packwood Mercantile making Lemonade from Lemons
PNW Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening
Following a short three-month closure for renovations, the Pacific Northwest Shop on Proctor in North Tacoma held its re-opening event on Saturday, May 21. Originally created in 1978 by Ann and Bill Evans, the shop is now owned and operated by their son Matt Evans and Cédric Poisson. With the help of Matt’s younger brother, Paul Evans, owner of Proctor Handyman and Home … [Read more...] about PNW Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening
Spring Fashion in with Flair
Eager to enjoy the sense of fresh beginnings this spring, we look forward to the promise of spring and the freshening of our attire. Flourishing Floral Patterns Change is absolutely inevitable this season as life is in bloom. Dressing in floral patterns this spring will make a statement as you walk into a room. Wide Leg Pants are Adaptable Keeping it comfortable yet … [Read more...] about Spring Fashion in with Flair
Continuing a Legacy—Panowicz Jewelers
Founded in 1948 by Anton Panowicz Sr., the local, family-owned jewelry store recently celebrated its 72nd anniversary serving the Thurston County community. After seven decades, Panowicz Jewelers still holds true to its founding: a legacy of quality, integrity and value — helping our customers commemorate the celebrations of life is our purpose, our reason for … [Read more...] about Continuing a Legacy—Panowicz Jewelers