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Take flight at the Annual Kite Festival, Aug. 5
Hundreds of colorful kites of all shapes and sizes will fill the skies over Chambers Creek Regional Park at the annual Kite Festival set for Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pierce County Parks...
View ArticleCurran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze – Volunteers Needed
Submitted by CORE Curran Apple Orchard 2017 Cider Squeeze needs volunteers. Apple cider, music and lots of fun are in store for volunteers at the annual Curran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze on Sunday,...
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West Pierce Firefighters are Filling the Boot for MDA
Every year, members of West Pierce Fire Fighters Local 1488 hold out their boot to collect donations for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. This year, they will be at the Lakewood Towne Center August...
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U.P. City Council Aug. 7 meeting agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 7 (6:30 P.M.) in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Way West.) Access the agenda on the City’s website.
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Entry-level Firefighter Testing Process Now Open
West Pierce Fire & Rescue is now testing for Entry-level Firefighter. It is anticipated a minimum of six positions will be filled in 2018. The application period will be open from Monday, August...
View ArticleBlessing of the Animals Worship Service
Submitted by United Church in University Place Our Annual Blessing of the Animals Service will be held on Sunday, August 20th at 10:00am. As is our tradition, the service will be held in the Curran...
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U.P. City Council August 21 meeting agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 21 (6:30 P.M.) in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Way West.) Access the agenda on the City’s website.
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Curran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze
Submitted by CORE Crunchy red apples, apple pie and apple cider are among the treats awaiting you at the 23rd annual Curran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze in University Place. Everyone is invited to...
View ArticleUniversity Place Refuse and Recycling Service celebrating 75 years
Submitted by Roger Gruener. University Place Refuse and Recycling Service is celebrating 75 years of service to the University Place and Fircrest areas. During World War II they would haul the refuse...
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Kidz Kraze Festival presents host of free activities Aug. 27
Have you explored the North Meadow at Chambers Creek Regional Park? Pierce County Parks & Recreation invites you to experience what it has to offer it at its inaugural Kidz Kraze Festival from 12...
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SUNDogs awarded $10,000 PetSafe grant for off leash area
Submitted by SUNDogs Fresh drinking water for pets at the Chambers Creek Regional Park off leash park will become a reality thanks to the efforts of SUNDogs! SUNDogs, a local nonprofit volunteer group,...
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TNT: Tim Lowenberg, who led Washington’s miltary during callups for Iraq and...
Tim Lowenberg, who led Washington’s National Guard when its troops were deployed to wars in Iraq and Afghanistan wars, has died. Read more: Tim Lowenberg, who led Washington’s miltary during callups...
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September is National Disaster Preparedness Month: Time to Plan
September is National Disaster Preparedness Month and this year’s focus is on planning. It’s no secret that everyone should be prepared for any emergency, but where to start? By being prepared,...
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Disaster Preparedness Month: Make a Plan
This week’s Disaster Preparedness Month tip: Make a Plan for Yourself, Family and Friends. Step 1: Put together a plan. Discuss these four questions with your family, friends, or household to start...
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U.P. City Council Sept. 5 meeting agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, Sept. 5 (6:30 P.M.) in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Way West.) Access the agenda on the City’s website.
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Youth Auditions for Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
Submitted by Dance Theatre Northwest Opportunity for Youth! Do you Dance and dream of being on stage with a world renown company? The Moscow Ballet will be holding free open auditions for ballet...
View Article23rd Curran Orchard Cider Squeeze A ‘Mashing’ Good Time
Hundreds of visitors enjoyed a spectacular day and delicious apple cider at the Curran Apple Orchard’s annual Cider Squeeze in late August. After picking plump red, green and yellow apples from the...
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Moscow Ballet Master Class with Anastasiya Hnatyshyn September 14th
Submitted by Dance Theatre Northwest Dance Theatre Northwest is pleased to offer a Moscow Ballet Master Technique class with their Russian Soloist and Audition Director Anastasiya Hnatyshyn at 7:10 PM,...
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Citizens Invited to Participate in U.P. Public Safety Academy
The City of University Place will hold its next Public Safety and Criminal Justice Academy on Tuesdays from Sept. 19 to Oct. 31, 2017. Each three-hour session will help residents, business owners,...
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9/11 Remembrance Ceremonies Scheduled for UP and Lakewood
West Pierce Fire & Rescue would like to invite the public to join in remembering those lost on September 11, 2001. Two remembrance ceremonies will be held and include remarks from local leaders;...
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Disaster Preparedness Month: Plan to Help
This week’s Disaster Preparedness Month tip is simple: Plan to Help Your Neighbor and Community. Do you know your neighbors? Regardless of the type of emergency, you may face or where you live, it is...
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Free Fall Natural Yard Care Workshops in University Place
Does your yard need a fall facelift? Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department and the city of University Place are here to help. In a series of free workshops, you will learn to make inexpensive...
View ArticleUP for Arts 2017 Fall Arts & Concert Series
Submitted by UP for Arts An outstanding line up of classical music and jazz interspersed with elegant woodworking, fused glass and exquisite jewelry will enthrall audiences in the upcoming 2017 UP for...
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U.P. City Council Sept. 18 meeting agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, Sept. 18 (6:30 P.M.) in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Way West.) Access the agenda on the City’s website.
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Disaster Preparedness Month: Practice and Build Out Your Plan
Preparing for a disaster is key, but practicing it is essential. It’s time to Practice and Build Out Your Plan. Americans at all income levels have experienced the challenges of rebuilding their lives...
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City of U.P. hosting internet workshop
The City of University Place is hosting a panel presentation just for local business operators seeking to make the internet work for them. This workshop will emphasize the importance of internet...
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West Pierce Presents Keepsake to Town of Steilacoom Council
On Tuesday evening at the Steilacoom Town Council meeting, Assistant Chief Paul Tinsley presented the council and Steilacoom Department of Public Safety with a keepsake, recognizing the Town’s fire...
View ArticleWhite Privilege Study – Open to all
Submitted by United Church in University Place Join us every Thursday from September 14th – November 16th at 6 – 7:30p.m. Rev. Cathlynn Law and others in our church will facilitate a study exploring...
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Disaster Preparedness Month: Get Involved
While the month of September is coming to a close, which means Disaster Preparedness Month is wrapping it, it doesn’t mean planning stops now. It is important to get the people and the places you care...
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Dance Theatre Northwest Presents “Arts Are Education” Performances in U.P....
Submitted by Dance Theatre Northwest University place based Dance Theatre Northwest will present its next “Arts Are Education” Performances for year 2017 on Friday, September 29, 2017, at Sunset...
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