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Once upon a time the skin on my face was as smooth as a baby’s bottom. But then came adolescence and the visiting occasional zit that required a strict regimen of popping, alcohol and hand soap. As soon as the sun came out, it was time to head outside, slathering on
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At 28, Stacy Jones has released five CDs, played hundreds of shows and won multiple awards, including Washington Blues Society's "Best Female Vocalist of the Year" in 2010. Way to go girl! Shoot, by the time I was 28, my finest accomplishments were popping out two little hellions and developing
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T acoma is an adjective synonymous with “tough-chic élan,” “quirky” and “groovy, baby.” Use: “That art festival was so Tacoma!” or “That hipster who walked into the Blackwater just screamed Tacoma!” or “The Tempest and the Monsoon Room are so Tacoma.” And the embodiment of the adjective, aside from the aforementioned? Freighthouse Square. No,
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Love Tacoma seeks to bring together people who Love Tacoma. And one of the great things to love about Tacoma? Fabulous boutiques. Bring together Love Tacoma plus boutiques the likes of Dame Lola, Rocky & Cocos, Junior Bizarre, and urbanXchange, and you have a gaggle of happy Tacoma-lovin’ shoppers. Really, it’s just kind
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Love the insect? If you’ve ever dared the bridge prior to the spankin’ new one getting built, happened across the shop Red in Gig Harbor and thought, “Man, I wish we had something like this in our neck of the woods,” then your wish just came true. Dragonfly, uniquely inspired furnishings,
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Art at Work: Tacoma's Arts Month showcases just about every aspect of the arts T-town sports during the month of November - but one of the most unique facets to this dreary month of art is the studio tour program. Nov. 3 and 4, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.,
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Local Native American artists, crafters and performers are returning to the Washington State History Museum July 21 and 22 for “In the Spirit: the Northwest Native Arts Native Market and Festival.” The two-day weekend event, which debuted last summer at the museum, is a celebration of Pacific Northwest Native cultural
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FUJI JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE:Teppanyaki, the Japanese art of cooking foods — meat, fish, vegetables — on a large griddle rules here. It’s an exhibitionist-lovers delight, complete with flashy knives and flying food. 7914 Martin Way, Suite 3, Lacey, 360.459.4499. FUJIYA: Fujiya owner Masahiro Endo selects the fish from the market, offering
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It's always a good thing when you can get dressed to the nines and help to better mankind, or at least the community around you. Head to Tacoma Art Museum, Nov. 10, and you can do just that at the Get Involved Gala 2012 - or the GIG,
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Two Pacific Grill staff members lost loved ones in the past two years. Chef Jessica Sewell lost her husband to cancer. Cancer also took Manager Carol Reutercrona's mother. In their memory, the PG staff will throw a benefit party for the Lymphoma & Leukemia Society Sunday, Nov. 4 at The Swiss
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In a memorandum released last month, the Defense Department announced that previous directions to begin using the new MyTravel system have been repealed, and agencies should instead return to using the existing Defense Travel System.? "DOD organizations currently using MyTravel are no longer required to use the system," wrote Gilbert R.
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Pacific Grill is a shining culinary gem in downtown Tacoma, the home of award-winning deliciousness, the creation of chef and owner Gordon Naccarato. Originally from Tacoma, Naccarato worked at and learned his tasty craft around the world before returning to Tacoma to open Pacific Grill. If you've never been to Pacific
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Airmen and Guardians, As we enter a new era of great power competition, it is crucial that we improve our understanding of our pacing challenge — the People's Republic of China (PRC). To that end, I am publishing a reading list to provide suggested works intended to enhance our knowledge of
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Lacey in Tune returns to Huntamer Park this summer with a full lineup of great entertainment. For over 26 years Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation has been providing free summer entertainment for the local community. Their summer programs strike just the right note with Lacey in Tune programs, comprised of music,
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - Spouses of Soldiers currently deployed to Afghanistan with the 3rd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, attended the brigade's Welcome Home Academy held on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Oct. 19. The event featured a variety of classes and group discussions
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If you have yet to catch the local dance phenomenon that is MOVE! Contemporary dance series, you're a little behind the curve - but there's still hope. At 7 p.m. inside the Theatre on the Square, MOVE #19, the talents of BadmarmarDANCE Project29, Spectrum Academy with choreography by Joel Myers,
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Tacoma Art at Work month fills the month of November with just that - art in progress, art out in the world, art doing more than simply sitting on a shelf and looking pretty. Thursday, Nov. 1 from 6-8:30 p.m., the Art at Work kick-off party welcomes all into
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When it comes to picturesque coastal getaways, Cannon Beach is a destination that easily captures the hearts of visitors. Located on the stunning Oregon Coast, this charming seaside town offers a combination of natural beauty, artistic flair, and a relaxed atmosphere that is perfect for a memorable vacation. Whether you
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Friday, in Olympia, from 5-7 p.m., there is an art signing benefit for Safeplace put on by Compass Rose. This is the boutique's fifth time bringing in local artist and author Nikki McClure for signings to benefit the agency. Artist Mimi Williams will bring her whimsical linoleum block prints. The
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Taller-than-average Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist makes his way back to King's Books for his annual Signed Books and Wine Auction, put on by People for Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. The shindig goes down from 5-7 p.m. and features wines and signed books from Maria Semple, Garth Stein, Molly Ringwald, Bret
