Centered on race in the US criminal justice system, the film is titled after the Thirteenth Amendment to the US Constitution, which outlawed slavery (unless as punishment for a crime). The documentary's director, Ava DuVernay, argues that slavery is being effectively perpetuated through mass incarceration.
Viewing stones, or suiseki as they are called in Japanese, are naturally formed stones valued for their beauty and ability to represent a scene from nature. This can include scenic vistas, animals or embedded images. Believed to have originated in China two thousand years ago, the ancient art form was introduced to Japan in the > Continue Reading
Nature and Art Lakewold welcomes Tacoma artist and garden enthusiast Melissa Balch, who will inspire Explorers by helping them look beyond the page (or screen) when creating a piece of art. Children will experiment with mixed media, print images and pressed flowers to create their own unique works of art. For more information about the > Continue Reading
Henry Louis Gates PBS documentary event is sponsored by the UWT Office of Equity and Inclusion and KBTC TV
Empowering People and Communities Because Parks Matter
An Interactive Speaker Series - featuring: John Wiesman, DrPH, MPH, Secretary of Health, Washington State Department of Health Dr. David Reyes, DNP, MPH, RN, Assistant Professor, Nursing & Healthcare Leadership Program, University of Washington Tacoma Janna Bardi, MPH, Assistant Secretary, Prevention & Community Health Division, Washington State Dept. of Health. Moderated by Dr. Enrique Leon > Continue Reading
Rebuilding Together South Sound's Annual Dinner Auction Join us for a visit to Oz as we raise money to help create a safe and healthy home for all.
10th Anniversary South Sound Sustainability Expo – Saturday March 4th, 2017 from 10AM-3PM at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center and Tollefson Plaza. Free Admission. This free public event connects local residents and business owners with services, products, companies, and agencies that address sustainability needs in the community. Participants learn about transportation choices, green > Continue Reading
You are invited to join Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity for the 2017 Changing Lives Luncheon There is no cover charge for the luncheon, attendees will be asked to make a donation. If you'd like to host a table, please contact bbrooks@tpc-habitat or call 253.627.5626 x 130.
Join us for a conversation with Governor Jay Inslee and Mayor Marilyn Strickland, as they share their observations on the challenges confronting Washington State and the City of Tacoma today. We live in uncertain times and our institutions are facing unprecedented challenges. We will discuss how our region factors in to the national conversation about > Continue Reading
