This month’s spotlight is incredibly special to me. I had the privilege of sitting down with a very good friend of mine and an absolute staple of the Tacoma community: Ron Swarner. Ron has a tremendous heart and an endless passion for cultivating community here in Tacoma. We talked about his leap from journalism to hospitality, the reality of building a neighborhood "living room," honoring old friends, and what makes Tacoma’s spirit so resilient.

August in Tacoma is packed with local events to help you make the most of late summer! Music lovers can catch the Summer Concert Series, Nisqually Live, or the Downtown Tacoma Blues Festival. Cultural gatherings abound with the IN THE SPIRIT Festival and E Komo Mai, alongside lively street fairs like Art on the Ave and the Lincoln District Food Fest. Plus, enjoy outdoor flicks at Motors & Movies and a live shadowcast of Little Shop of Horrors. There's so much to do in Tacoma!

Take a deep breath, Tacoma, Spring is here! April is packed with community, creativity, and fun. From the Tacoma Farmers Market Opening Day and a throwback 90s/2000s dance party, to family favorites like the Lincoln District Egg Hunt and the Grand Floral Daffodil Parade, there’s something for everyone. Shop local, sip for a cause, and celebrate all month long! There's always something to do in Tacoma!