Stage
In one way, dear reader, it would be very difficult for me to describe the plot of Arcadia without spoiling it for you; in another way, it may actually be impossible for me to spoil this play to anyone. Going into this production, the managing artistic director of the Lakewood
Reviews
If you have expensive taste when it comes to food, it can be a little tough on your pocketbook. But don't fret, after being closed for several months due to flood damage, Maxwell's in Tacoma has reopened and once again is offering happy hour each afternoon from 4-6 p.m. This
Music
There are writers who classify Portland-based Pink Martini as a lounge band, but it's clearer to call it a danceable jazz combo with international flair. Pianist Thomas Lauderdale was hoping to be mayor someday and founded Pink Martini in 1994 as a backing band for political fundraisers. His plan derailed when
Outdoors
One of the many great things about living in Washington is the proximity to outdoor adventures, and now is the perfect time of year for snow enthusiasts. Although there may not be any snow on the ground here, that doesn't mean it can't be found. On the contrary, snow abounds
Military Life
For many soldiers, it's their home away from home. When they're on the ice at Tacoma's Puget Sound Hockey Center, when they put on their skates and grab their hockey sticks and chase that skidding hockey puck, all is right with their world. "I think it's a way to make it feel
Military Life
In the Puget Sound area, it is estimated that the presence of military and former military personnel is significantly larger than in any other market. As this group continues to grow, it is a wonder why there are only two major locations off-base where military retirees and families of active-duty
Military Life
The United States military has long been known for overwhelming power, dedication, determination, and doing what many are not willing to do. A small group of soldiers at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) has chosen to take its training to the next level and bring even more honor into the JBLM
News
On Nov. 25, 1968, 1st Lt. San D. Francisco and Maj. Joseph Morrison flew a reconnaissance-escort mission along the border of North Vietnam's Quang Binh province and Laos. While he had flown his requisite 100 missions to conclude his tour, Francisco, a native of Washington, volunteered to fly that day. He flew
Bars & Clubs
Last August, former Army Ranger, Justin Shine, of the 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, attended a benefit release party at Narrows Brewing Company on 19th street in Tacoma to highlight Narrows Brewing's latest achievement, "Lead the Way IPA." The party was to raise funds for
Music
I've said it countless times in articles I've written about bands in the almost seven years I've been doing this, but that's because it's truly stuck with me in the way that most insights in music journalism don't: "The better the person's voice, the harder it is to believe what
Arts
I have never been a huge fan of cowboy art, so I was surprised to find I actually enjoyed "Creative Cowboys" and its companion show, "Saddles, Spurs and Quirts" as much as I did. "Creative Cowboys" celebrates cowboy culture in the Pacific Northwest from art about cowboy festivals and rodeos from
Features
Lucky Eagle Casino and Hotel is excited to share their new renovations with the public. The $45 million dollar renovation project will be unveiled in phases over the next several months, starting with 40,000 square feet of additional gaming space, a portion that opened just before New Year's Eve. The
Reviews
It's Greek to Me has been an institution in Tacoma for over 22 years, and if you've ever grabbed a gyro from the drive-thru, then you have been part of their success over the years. This past spring, owner Jim Wick made the move across the street. The new location
Stage
I can't help but wonder why in the world any actor or any director or producer would want to do Romeo and Juliet when it's already been done so many times in so many ways. Niclas Olson said, "I think a lot of it has to do with how much
Music
Each day, 22 wounded warriors suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury commit suicide, according to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. That amounts to 8,000 veterans per year taking their own lives. Vetted, the first nationally recognized all-wounded warrior rock band based in Houston, Texas, believes one solution
News Front
Motivation empowers mentorship. "I've had fantastic mentors, both men and women," explained Lt. Col. (Dr.) Cristin Mount, the chief of Madigan Army Medical Center's Department of Medicine. She leads a team of 320 civilian and military staff that conduct 180,000 outpatient visits and sees 3,800 inpatients annually. "There is something to be said
