Originally published on South Sound. The North Thurston Education Foundation kicked off its annual Forgotten Back-to-School Needs Drive earlier this month to help students experiencing homelessness or financial hardship. The drive, which runs through Aug. 29, provides students in need with everyday necessities. This year, the most-needed items (new only) include: Full-size shampoo and conditionerBody […]
Originally published on South Sound. The July-August 2026 edition of our sister publication, South Sound Business, is focused on local legacy businesses. it’s putting a spotlight on several in the area; read about last week’s subject, Capital Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, here. Tacoma Community College opened on Sept. 13, 1965, as a result of […]
Originally published on South Sound. Bite of Mason County Street Fair On July 17, the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce is putting on the Expo & Bite of Mason County Street Fair event in downtown Shelton. Browse local retailers, visit local restaurants and food trucks, and join the fun by participating in vendor-hosted games, giveaways, […]
Originally published on South Sound. Book lovers looking for a cozy place to unwind officially have a new destination in downtown Poulsbo with the opening of Verse & Vine earlier this month. The business is an independent romance bookstore and wine bar that pairs a curated selection of romance novels with wine by the glass […]
Originally published on South Sound. The Vashon Film Institute has announced its lineup for this year’s edition of the Vashon Island Film Festival. Set for Aug. 13-16, the festival will screen eight feature-length films and 17 short films. VIFF will also host several local spotlight events, the local short competition shortCutz, and other special presentations […]
Originally published on South Sound. Parks Tacoma has announced that the newest section of the paved trail in Point Defiance Park is complete and open to pedestrians and cyclists. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on July 31. The celebration will run from 3:30-5:30 p.m and will include a ribbon-cutting behind the Pagoda and a […]
Originally published on South Sound. It isn’t uncommon for new brand-new groups to emerge from Tacoma Porchfest, organizer Irina Rasputnis said last week. “Every year I hear from bands, like, ‘Wow, this band that you placed (us on the same porch) with, we’re going to start gigging together; we’re going to start playing together,” she […]
Originally published on South Sound. Less than two years after opening the doors to GRANN on Tacoma’s Sixth Avenue, co-owners and chefs Reginald Jacob Howell and Denzel Johnson are taking their passion for barbecue to a national audience. The South Sound chefs are featured competitors on Food Network’s new series “Pitmasters,” alongside eight other two-person […]
Originally published on South Sound. Join us on October 1 for our annual Women to Watch live event—an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and empowerment. Gather with a community of driven and accomplished women at Farm 12 for a night of meaningful networking, engaging conversations, and personal growth. Hear from influential local leaders as they […]
Originally published on South Sound. A new authentic Indian chai café is becoming a neighborhood staple in Lakewood, one cup at a time. “Chai is culture to me. Chai is connection to me. Chai is comfort to me,” said Chai Pyala co-owner Honey Batth. “I wanted to bring that to our community.” She began eight […]
Originally published on South Sound. The Point Defiance Marina’s ongoing Fish Tales series is one way to inspire little nature-lovers. Participants can take a trip to the marina every second Thursday of the month, from 11 a.m. to noon, for a reading of an aquatic-themed book, followed by a hands-on craft. The event is free […]
Originally published on South Sound. Serenity Spa’s Megan Douglas is Living Her Dream If anyone knows the power of self-care and relaxation, it’s Serenity Spa owner Megan Douglas. An award-winning massage therapist, Douglas fulfilled a lifelong dream to open her own spa in 2008 with a location in downtown Tacoma’s Theater District. Since then, Serenity […]
