Learn about Chinese-style ink rubbings from Professor Vernon Ng, who will offer a lecture, demonstration, and audience Q&A about this scholarly practice. Ink rubbings date back to the 7th Century AD, during the Tang Dynasty, and have since developed into an important technology to preserve historical markers and inscriptions. Learn more about Professor Ng’s efforts > Continue Reading

We invite you to join us at Tacoma Community House on September 19 for a panel discussion from 5-6pm as part of Welcoming Week. The discussion will break down: What Makes Communities Welcoming and How to Support Newcomers. To participate in this discussion, please scan the QR code above to register. This is a free > Continue Reading

Come along for this journey through England as Lakewold Executive Director and Lead Horticulturist, Justin Henderson, shares his experience at several of the most fabulous gardens in the UK. Be enchanted as we learn about Great Dixter, Sissinghurst, Barnsley House, Hidcote, and more. The stories of these gardens and gardeners that Justin encountered are sure > Continue Reading

September 21, 2024, 10:00-12:00, Swan Creek Park, 42nd and Roosevelt, Tacoma, WA 98404, Gathering Place Entrance Join us at Tacoma’s Swan Creek Park to pick up litter and help collect critical data to prevent plastic pollution! We need volunteers to gather litter and track data. This data will be used to help set policies to > Continue Reading

La llegada del otoño nos entusiasma por los variados colores de los árboles. Al mismo tiempo, el cambio de temporada puede significar un reto. Requiere que nos adaptemos a pasar más tiempo adentro, al frío y a los días con menos luz. Un excelente antídoto para enfrentar los cambios de temporada es la atención plena. > Continue Reading

In-Person Basic Mediation Training September 26, 27, 28, October 10 & 11 9am - 5pm PST Imagine being able to navigate difficult conversations with ease, turning potential disputes into opportunities for collaboration. Our 40-hour experiential training is said by our students to be "a life-changing experience", designed to equip you with essential skills in conflict > Continue Reading

The Philanthropy Summit traditionally brings together approximately 150+ plus professionals representing all aspects of the philanthropic community including nonprofits, foundations, and allied professionals in the financial, legal, and accounting arenas. The conference will provide inspiration, new ideas, valuable connections, fun and fellowship for all attendees.   SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 (IN-PERSON ONLY) 2024 CE Credits – pending > Continue Reading

Henry R. Fenbert Challenging History Lecture – Hanford History Project Saturday, September 28, 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM FREE with required registration. The third annual Henry R. Fenbert Challenging History Lecture will be presented by historian Robert Franklin, an assistant professor of History at Washington State University Tri-Cities and serves as the assistant director of the > Continue Reading

Help students raise themselves up as they head back to campus Students start their fall classes on Sept. 25 and they need your support to climb higher and enrich both themselves and their communities. Join us for an elevated and inspiring evening on campus featuring live music and great food at the UW Tacoma Soirée. > Continue Reading