Health
MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, Joint Base Lewis-McChord - Madigan Army Medical Center has been in its current location on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, since 1992. In the three decades since its opening, the Maternal Child Health - commonly referred to as the Mother/Baby Unit - has welcomed a lot of Army
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Hopefully you've recovered from your Halloween hangover. ... First up is Bones Brigade: An Autobiography, directed by Stacey Peralta and starring Rodney Mullen, Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero, Mike McGill, Lance Mountain and Tommy Guerrero. Showing at the Blue Mouse Theater in Tacoma Thursday night, this film follows the roller coaster life of
Music
Olympia punker turned hip-hopper Doc Hollywood and his goofball/party rap group Hollywood Kill Krew broke onto the scene in 2009. Since then, HKK and Hollywood have been busy playing shows and releasing multiple projects - and even earned themselves "best hip-hop group" in the Weekly Volcano's 2012 Best of Olympia.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Tugboat Annies Olympia - Westside. Irish Session. All Ages. 8-10 pm. NC. BLUES Charlie's Sports Bar and Grill Olympia - Downtown. Blues Jam with Blues Attitude. 9 pm. NC. Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Crazy Texas Gypsies Open Jam. 8 pm.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Stonegate Pizza Tacoma - South. Acoustic open mic hosted by Leanne Trevalyan. 8 pm. NC. Traditions Cafe and World Folk Art Olympia - Downtown. Oly Songwriter Circle. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. Tugboat Annies Olympia - Westside. Open Mic Night. 9 pm.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Le Voyeur Café and Lounge Olympia - Downtown. John Elliott. 9 pm. BLUES Uncle Sam's American Bar & Grill Spanaway. Blues Monday. 7 pm. NC. COMEDY/GAMES Willoughby's Restaurant and Lounge Yelm. Bar Bingo. 7 pm. NC. Grit City Comedy Club Tacoma -
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Charlie's Restaurant Puyallup. Acoustic Jam Night. Open mic format with Pam Carter from Classic Case as the host. 6-9 pm. NC. Paddy Coyne's Irish Pub Tacoma - Downtown. Celtic music with Martin Nyberg and friends. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. Olympia Farmers Market Olympia -
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Key Peninsula Civic Center - Vaughn. Bottom Line Duo, featuring Spencer & Traci Hoveskeland. All Ages. 8 pm. $10-$15. Lucky Eagle Casino Rochester. Carrie Cunningham. 9 pm. NC. BLUES Red Bicycle Bistro and Sushi Bar Vashon. The Garth Reeves Birthday Bash. All Ages.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Vashon Island Coffee Roasterie - Vashon. An Intimate Evening To Support Approve R74, with Jesse Sykes, Phil Wandscher, Mike Dumovich. All Ages. 7 pm. $20. Lucky Eagle Casino Rochester. Carrie Cunningham. 9 pm. NC. Vashon Cohousing Commons - Vashon. Vashon Drum Circle.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Matrix Coffee House Lewis County. Open Mic Night. All Ages. 6:30 pm. NC. BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Billy Shew Band Open Jam Session. 8 pm. NC. The Junction Sports Bar and Grill Chehalis. Blues Jam. Hosted by Blues Attitude. 8
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TACOMA - This summer, more than 500 Washington National Guard members will take part in Hanuman Guardian 23, an annual, bilateral exercise hosted by the Royal Thai Army at the Cavalry Center in Saraburi, Thailand. Before they arrive, their large equipment needs to get to Thailand. "We have to get more
Family
HONOLULU - When military families move to a new duty station, those with four-legged family members can face additional challenges; but it doesn't have to be frustrating. Maj. Meghan Louis, a veterinarian and director of veterinary services at Public Health Command-Pacific, explains how U.S. Army veterinarians are critical in providing the
Health
Soldiers from the Community Based Warrior Transition Unit (CBWTU) arrived to Camp Murray Tuesday night dressed in their physical training (PT) uniforms and prepared to participate in a much different kind of physical training. They were participating in a four-day conference not only to help Soldiers with their comprehensive transition
Military Resources
It's about more than just toys. Joint Base Lewis-McChord Santa's Castle has been making the holidays brighter for children of military families since 1994. This all volunteer, nonprofit organization has been providing holiday gifts to children of Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine, Coast Guard, activated National Guard and Reserve families (E-4
Veterans
"Am I dreaming?" This is often the question asked of Gina Elise, who is, of course, dolled-up in costume to retro pinup standards, when she visits veterans at Veterans Affairs hospitals around the country. Although she has visited 38 different VA hospitals in 24 states so far - including a trip
Schools
Working in the Clover Park School District is more than a job. It's a way of life. In addition to long hours and ever-changing standards, teachers are faced with the prospect of ending the school year with an entirely different group of students than they started with. In the face of increasing
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FORT BLISS, Texas - Under the heat of the desert sun, a convoy of military vehicles roll down a dirt trail, kicking up dust and sand as they reach speeds of 45 miles per hour. The vehicles look familiar but are a little different from what soldiers are used to seeing. The vehicle
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Western Washington offers some of the most picturesque camping locations in the Pacific Northwest, with stunning coastal vistas, dense forests, and cascading waterfalls. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a novice looking to explore the outdoors, you'll find a plethora of options to choose from. Memorial Day weekend is the
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Barbecue, an age-old culinary tradition, has evolved into an art form that tantalizes taste buds and brings people together. The sizzling sound of meat on the grill, the intoxicating aroma of smoky flavors, and the promise of a mouthwatering feast make BBQ gatherings a cherished experience. Whether you're a seasoned
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - The 62d Medical Squadron celebrated Nurse-Technician Appreciation Week May 6-12, 2023, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The week's purpose is to spotlight how nurses and medical technicians, whether uniformed, civilians, or contractors, exemplify excellence within the 62d MDS by providing quality healthcare services to promote fit, resilient,
