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The sun is almost consistently shining in Tacoma, which means it’s time to get those gardens started! A few years ago, John built a sweet veggie and herb garden along the sunny side of our home. The best crop is always the tomatoes but we have grown a variety of things over the years including herbs, sun flowers, salad greens, and snap peas (yum!). Every year we go hunting for the best starts, seeds, and soil, so we thought we’d share some of our beloved local gardening resources with you. Hint Hint - Best practice is getting your plants in pots or the ground by Mother’s Day each year! This year, Mother's Day falls on Sunday, May 12th. Mom just might like a gift from one of these local spots! Nurseries: Garden Sphere 3310 N Proctor Garden Sphere is hardly a hidden gem. They are a staple in the Tacoma community for great plants, soil, seeds, and general garden beauty. This is probably our most shopped store! Last year we picked out a variety of tomatoes starts, flowers, strawberry plants, peas, arugula seed, and so much more. The staff is always ready to help and you can check out a list of their services here. If you're feeling adventurous about that homestead in the city life, you may even consider investing in some fowl friends, and snag a chicken or two. Located in the beautiful Proctor District, we often make a day of it with a walk through the shops, a stop at the park, and maybe a brew at Peaks and Pints. It doesn't have to be Spring time to visit either! Grab your Christmas tree and other winter flowers come November! Portland Ave Nursery 1409 E 59th St Portland Ave Nursery hold a special place in our hearts. Growing up on the south end, both of us (separately, although we may have oddly crossed paths as young children in the mid 90's) frequented this nursery with our families. John’s mom even managed it for a period of time! Catie spent many summers perusing for perennials, potting soils, and garden statues, with mom on one side and grandma on the other. If we were lucky, we could grab a treat on the way out. It is still just as lovely of a place to wander around admiring the flowers and other flora. Not only do they have a very large assortment of plants, seeds, starts, and gardening supplies, they offer resources. You can contact specific growers with your questions or learn which soils best fit your space. Their online "Plant Problem Solver" tool is also a great resource in a pinch. Jade Mountain Nursery 5020 116th St E Jade Mountain Nursery is a beautiful space that specializes in bamboo screens, Japanese maples, and other Asian flora. This is another place close to our hearts, as before John was in real estate, he was part owner of Jade Mountain. His knowledge has come in quite handy for landscaping and selecting bamboo for around our home! Chris, John’s old business partner and now sole owner of Jade Mountain, is exceptionally knowledgeable and can help you find the best fit landscaping for around your home. Contact him for a bid and he will likely do the work himself! The nursery itself is quite lovely and full of beautiful statuary and other unique garden additions. Calendula Farms & Earthworks 5116 36th Ave E Calendula Farms & Earthworks is a wonderful mix of art, gardening, landscaping, and medicinal treasures. They like to say, “We probably don’t have what you want, but we definitely have what you need.” Calendula likes gardening with a purpose, whether it be for building a charming space, consuming home grown food, exploring medicinal plants, or just making things beautiful. They offer hearty fruit tree’s, shrubs, and other food producing plants, and will give you the knowledge to succeed. Owners Scott and Alina also create art not only in landscapes around your home but out of what they grow, by building seasonal wreaths and arrangements. Pay them a visit at their delightful nursery or at the Proctor Farmer’s market every Saturday. Willow Tree Gardens 7216 27th St W Willow Tree Gardens is a beautiful mother and daughter owned nursery located in University Place. They offer a large variety of anything from tried and true perennials to exotic plants and succulents. All plants are locally sourced from Washington and Oregon so that they are already acclimated to the environment. Making it easier to get you started! Mother Marilyn and daughter Jenny Zimmerman are more than happy to help you plant your new green treasures in your own containers right at the nursery or directly in the ground at your home. They’ll also guide you through some of the best choices and practices. Don’t forget to stop by the gift shop on your way out for some great décor and garden knick knacks. Wild Thyme Nursery 4416 S 74th St Wild Thyme Nursery is a sweet little slice of plant heaven in Tacoma’s South End. Owned by the kindest Pil and Joe Cioli, they offer an array of items and services to uplift and enhance your yard. A reviewer of the nursery noted that, “The proprietor is a veritable encyclopedia regarding plants.” Plants, grasses, vines, or trees, you’ll find what you are looking for, and get a lesson on how to care for them. It's a true mom & pop treasure, complete with a few "pet" squirrels. Pay them a visit soon to get your hanging baskets out in time for Spring! Plant Sales: Gallucci Learning Garden Plant Sale April 20th – 21st 9am – 3pm Support the Gallucci Learning Garden and their mission to create food security in the Hilltop Neighborhood. A part of the Tacoma Urban Land Trust, Gallucci Learning Garden is a beautiful space located on South 14th and G. The learning garden not only teaches about sustainable gardening and local food production through workshops, they also serve as a community gathering space for neighborhood activities. All classes and activities are open to everyone, young and old, from the newest curious green thumbs to seasoned gardeners looking to share their lifetime of experience. At this years sale, there will be over a dozen varieties of tomato starts along with several flower, pepper, eggplant, and blueberry starts for sale. Be sure to check out the fruiting plants, perennials, annuals, and an assortment of native plants as well! Spring Native Plant Sale Shop Online April 13th – 28th Piack-up May 4th - 6th The Tacoma Nature Center is hosting an online Native Plant Sale, with orders available for pick-up from May 4th – 6th. By landscaping your yard with plants native to our area, you can help to conserve water resources and provide habitats for local birds, mammals, and insects. Find the full list of the 60+ flower, fern, fruit and other plants here! Lincoln High School Spring Plant Sale May 3rd – May 5th Lincoln High School’s annual plant sale is back and bigger than ever! Offering nearly 10,000 plants this year, with 50+ varieties of flowers, indoor plants, veggies, greens, medicinal plants, succulents, squash, herbs, and strawberries. YUM! It’s sure to be a packed house, especially on Friday when the doors open. All proceeds go to Abe’s Acres After School Club and Lincoln FFA. We couldn’t possibly write about gardening without mentioning the SOIL: TAGRO 2301 Cleveland Way Short for “Tacoma Grow”, TAGRO is a locally made, environmentally friendly way to get your lawn and garden in tip top shape this season. We should know, our garden beds are full of it! TAGRO products are made from a blend of pasteurized wastewater byproducts called biosolids and other weed-free gardening components. Potting soil, topsoil, bark, and other garden mixes are available by the bucket or truck load. If you have a large project on your hands, they’ll even deliver directly to you. Find a full list of their products and services here and a great info sheet on what will work best for your needs here.

Looking for what to do in Tacoma this month? We've got you covered! Spring is finally here and we have found ten fun things to check out around town. This April you can get your garden going with some local plants, watch the sunny daffodil covered floats travel around the South Sound, learn how the McMenamins Elks Temple came to be, shop for some vintage treasures, enjoy a juicy burger on the Ave, tour South Tacoma Way as it gears up for big changes, or dance, bounce, and play your way into spring. This month is sure to be a fun one and we can't wait to get out there! April 6th Caribbean Queens Festival This event is all about celebrating the music, food, artistry, and culture of the Caribbean. Edison Square will be full of dancing, drumming, tasty treats, and handmade treasures to enjoy. The celebration is family friendly and free, so the whole gang can enjoy an afternoon of island rhythm. April 6th Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade Spring has sprung and it is time for one of the South Sound's longest running traditions, the Daffodil Parade! Celebrate the beginning of this blooming season, and watch the beautiful daffodil inspired floats, costumes, and art, as it travels through Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting. Tacoma’s portion will begin at 10:15 a.m. running from South 12th to South 21st along Pacific Ave. BONUS: Check out the Tacoma Yacht Club Marine Parade on April 14th and the adorable Junior Daffodil Parade also on April 20th in Tacoma’s Proctor District. April 13th South Sound Sustainability Expo Connect with local businesses and organizations who are committed to creating and sustaining an environmentally healthy South Sound. This free and family friendly event takes place along UW Tacoma’s Prairie line Trail and in Tollefson Plaza. Featuring over 100 vendors, artists, and culinary creators, along with activities for young and old, this is sure to be a fun time! There will be a chance to swap plant starts and gently used craft supplies, explore the science of electrification, and kiddos can collect stamps from each booth to fill their scavenger hunt Expo Passport. A local vegan food truck and coffee truck will be serving treats all day as well! April 13th South Tacoma Way Neighborhood Plan: Walking Tour South Tacoma Way is going through a transformation and Pretty Gritty Tours would like to walk you through it. Come take a stroll with other members of the South Tacoma community and hear about the Neighborhood Planning Program’s plans for the area. Through collaboration with neighbors at public meetings, in surveys, and at other events, a collection of ideas and strategies will be implemented over two to three years to build up the South Tacoma Way neighborhood (check out this handout for more details).  On the tour you will hear about the history of South Tacoma Way, the plans for the future, and you are encouraged to bring your own stories about the area. So lace up those walking shoes and be a part of the big changes coming to our Gritty City! April 13th Vintage Vendors Market It’s time to go retro! This free market features 15 local vintage vendors selling their treasures at Tacoma’s own, LeMay car museum. Some of the local vendors include, Amy’s Vintage Treasures, Grit City Rust, Bread Truck records, and more! While perusing for that perfect gift, you can also check out the free vintage car photo booth and snag a coffee from the Curbside Coffee truck. If you’d like to make a day out of it, there will be a limited number of reduced price museum tickets available as well. April 14th History Pub - Saving Elks Temple Come learn about the journey of McMenamins Elks Temple, from it's construction in 1915 to it’s current spectacular remodel. Tacoma’s historic preservation coordinator, Susan Johnson, has put together an incredible program to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Elk Temples gran re-opening. This will be a fun and informative evening exploring the history of the building and discussing the extensive renovations made to preserve and renew this beautiful Tacoma landmark. Even better, you can enjoy this history lesson with a tasty drink in hand! April 20th – 21st Gallucci Learning Garden: Annual Plant Sale It’s time to get those gardens started! Grow healthy, locally cultivated plants this year, when you purchase your starts and plants from the Gallucci Learning Garden. They will be selling multiple varieties tomato, pepper, eggplant, blueberry, herb, and flowers. Not sure where to start or how to care for your new green treasures? There will be plenty of information available on how to care for your plants as well as Master Gardeners there to answer all of your gardening questions. All proceeds go back into the garden to help support Gallucci's mission of food security in the neighborhood. April 27th Spring Fling Celebrate Spring at this free family-fun event! Eastside Community Center is hosting their annual Spring Fling with face painting, bouncy houses, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, and of course a free rec swim at the pool. There will be a DJ, an open studio jam, and other live performances for entertainment. Free hotdogs, chips and ice cream will be served as well. What a fun way to welcome the sunny days ahead! April 27th 13th Annual Bike Swap Are you ready to ride this season? Ride Together Pierce is hosting their annual bike swap, where you can buy and sell bikes and bike parts, and have a chance to meet other cyclists in the area. There will be a test ride area to give your new rig a try, vendors from local bike shops, low-cost helmets, and even food trucks to refuel after your ride. If you’d like to attend, Ride Together encourages you to RSVP on their Facebook event page. Bomb Burger There’s a new burger in Tacoma and it’s the “bomb!” Located on Tacoma’s busy 6th Ave, this food truck has set up in the former location of Catffeinated. We took a walk to visit them recently and left VERY satisfied. The fries were phenomenal and the burger was * chef’s kiss *. If you like it hot, give the Spicy Burger with jalapenos and pepper jack cheese a try, or if you're more into that smoky flavor, definitely get a side of the hickory sauce. For those who like to go without the bun, say no more, they will turn your meal into a burger bowl. Needless to say, we’ll be visiting them again soon. Show these guys some love next time you’re on the Ave!

March is here and we've found ten ways to "spring" back into the Tacoma scene! This month we encourage you to enjoy some sweet folk music and history, shop local while sipping on brews, take part in changes at your local community center, run and dance your way through St. Patrick's Day, test your knowledge over a crisp beer, and cheer on our Tacoma Rainiers as they head back to Cheney Stadium. We'll see you around, Tacoma! March 1st – 2nd SuperFolk Festival Enjoy a collaborative celebration of folk art and music, from a collection of platforms, generations, and cultures. This two day event kicks off Friday night with a market in Tacoma Arts Live Roosevelt Room, where you can shop local fares and even bring your own instrument to jam with a few of the SuperFolk musicians. Then on Saturday morning, tour the main floor exhibits of the history museum while listening to various artist perform music that punctuates the themes of each gallery. The main event will be held on Saturday night, where you can listen and dance the night away with featured SuperFolk performers, tour the museum, and enjoy more fares from local crafters and food vendors. Friday nights activities are free and ticket to Saturday’s festivities can be purchased here. March 2nd Suess-tacular Spring Fling March is national reading month! To celebrate, Metro Parks is hosting a FREE family fun event to honor the birthday of none other than the famous author, Dr. Suess. Join fellow book lovers and enjoy crafts, inflatables, games, and Suess- inspired activities at Tacoma’s STAR Center. Every Wednesday! Sig Brewing: Quiz Nights Enjoy some tasty brews while keeping your mind sharp as a tac! Sig Brewing hosts a weekly quiz night, every Wednesday, with great prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Put on your thinking caps, enjoy a crisp Sign Light, and sink your teeth into a tasty brick oven pizza. The host encourages teams to show up a little early to snag a table! March 16th St. Paddys Day 5k Try your luck at this years St. Paddys Day 5k, hosted by the Tacoma City Marathon Association. Dress up in your finest green and hit the pavement with the rest of Tacoma’s running enthusiasts for a great out and back course starting in downtown. If you’re feeling fit and adventurous, consider the 10k or half marathon! Each runner receives a fantastic finishing medal and if you wish to celebrate further, downtown is full of great spots to enjoy a celebratory pint. Register HERE March 16th Fieldhouse Flea Come shop Tacoma’s original vintage and creative market! The University of Puget Sound has been hosting this market since 1968 and it only continues to grow. Shop vintage, crafts, jewelry, treats, clothing, pottery, you name it! Food vendors will be posted outside, so you’ll be able to refuel during your shopping excursion. Entrance is $5 and all proceeds from Puget Sounds Women’s Leagues shop stall go directly towards student’s scholarships. March 16th Irish Festival at Freighthouse Square Join fellow Irish fanatics and friends at Freighthouse Square's 3rd Annual Irish Festival! Featuring over 40 local vendors, Irish fare, and of course some musical entertainment. Stick around for the Jeweled Scarab Dance Company, Celtic singers, and a chance to take a photo with our own local Leprechaun in the St. Patricks photo booth! March 21st Brewery District Makers Market It’s time again to shop and sip local! Enjoy craft beer, hot food, and array of local treats and treasures. This month’s market features 30+ local vendors, including Sweet Pea and Boy, Splendor and Stone, Clemmons Candles, Sugar Flora, and so much more! Keep an eye on Brewery District Makers Market Facebook and Instagram for a full list of vendors. The generous host, 7Seas, offers not only fresh craft beer, but Washington wines, cider, Kombucha, and a variety of NA beers and other beverages. This is a family friendly brewery market, so feel free to bring the whole fam down for an evening of shopping and fun! March 29th Tacoma Rainiers OPENING DAY! This hardly needs an announcement, but in case you were wondering… baseball is back! What better feeling than sitting in the stands with friends, family, and other local fans, cheering on the heart of our gritty city, the Tacoma Rainiers. Back again are Craft Brew Wednesdays, Friday Night Fireworks, and Salute to Service Thursdays. The season schedule, including promotional nights, is posted online. Tickets can be purchased on the website or at the park, with group packages available. We are so excited to see our boy crush it on the field and of course to hear the sweet sweet sounds of Epic Sax Gorilla. We R Tacoma! March 12th, 20th, & 27th Co-Create to Re-Create At the end of 2023 People’s Center, STAR Center, Eastside Community Center and the Center at Norpoint asked the public for ideas on how to spend $10,000 at each site. Each center has now sorted and prioritized each suggestion and will be presenting them for a vote. Join each center individually to go over the suggestions and cast your vote on the changes YOU would like to see. Voting will last from the date of the event until April 30th, and the final announcements will be made in May/June. STAR Center, March 12th Eastside Community Center, March 20th People’s Center March 27th Proctor Farmer’s Market Wahoo! The farmer’s market season has begun. On March 9th, the Proctor Farmer’s Market with host their final shortened Winter Season market. THEN on Saturday March 30th, the regular season will begin! Come visit your favorite local makers, bakers, and brewers, every Saturday from 9am – 2pm. Enjoy hot empanadas, fresh cut flowers, live music, local produce, and sweet treats to celebrate the return of spring!

February is here and we've found a number of activities to check out around Tacoma! This month you can celebrate the Lunar New Year in the Lincoln District, hunt for one of a kind glass treasures, enjoy a Black History Month celebration and market, get outside for a guided nature walk, shop local for your sweetheart, tour a classic Tacoma mansion, dust off your running shoes, and check out latest twist on your average quiz night. See you around, Tacoma! February 3rd Black History Celebration People’s Center is hosting a Black History event full of activities for all ages. The event kicks off at 11am with a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and a slew of community resource tables. Then through the afternoon hear from guest speaker Kwabi Amoah-Forson from the Peace bus and listen in on book readings by various BIPOC authors. There will be a DJ, Battle of the Bands and a free family swim as well! AND February 17th Hilltop Healthy Kids and Family Carnival People's Community Center will also be hosting their Hilltop Healthy Kids and Family Carnival as a part of their month-long Black History Month celebration. Featuring live music and performances, family activities, and free resources, this event is a great for a family outing! BONUS: For the month of February, if you correctly answer one of the provided Black History Month trivia questions, you can win free entry to the community center and pool! February 10th – Until they are gone! Monkeyshines Join fellow Tacoman’s as they search high and low for beautiful treasures created by the lovely Ms. Monkey. Every Lunar New Year, gorgeous glass orbs and medallions with an emblem of the new year's Chinese Zodiac animal are hidden (quite well) all over the city. These incredible glass creations are a several months long labor of love by Ms. Monkey and her team of glass makers. This year is EXTRA special in the Douville home as it is Catie’s year, the year of the dragon! While they are initially hidden in the wee hours of the Lunar New Year, they can be found for weeks and sometimes months to come. Keep an eye out, wherever you are! February 10th Craft Saturday at Job Carr Cabin Museum: Lunar Dragon Eye Job Carr Cabin Museum has put together a lovely Lunar New Year craft. We know these rainy days can be a little tough, so why not take a quick trip to tour the indoor museum and grab a craft to enjoy at home! February 10th Pac Ave Maker’s Market: Galentines Day Market This local makers market takes place the weekend before Valentine's Day, perfect timing for ta lovely last minute gift! Located between Stocklist and Tim's Kitchen, you'll find art, treats, trinkets, cards, and even some cute pottery all created by local artists. Support local and take home a sweet treat for your sweetheart! February 10th Valentine’s Day 5K Listen, we know it’s cold out, but runners LOVE to run! Enjoy this festive 5k and spread the love with some friends and family. The run features a nice, flat, out-and-back route along Ruston Way, starting and ending at beautiful Dune Peninsula park. Children ages six and up are welcome to participate as well as your canine friends! February 11th Lincoln District Lunar New Year Festival Come dine, dance, and delight your way through the Lincoln District as they host their annual Lunar New Year Celebration! Follow the Lions Dancers down 38th St., dine on some traditional (and not so traditional) cuisine at one of the food trucks, or snap some pics at the photo booth to remember how you ushered in good luck the for the 2024 Lunar New Year. The Lincoln District and all of it's businesses welcome you to celebrate the Year of the Dragon! February 16th An Evening with the Blackwells: A Historic Tour of the Blackwell Mansion Come wander the halls of 401 Broadway and hear all about the history of William and Alice Blackwell, the first two people to arrive in Tacoma by train. Learn how they constructed this home in 1890 and hosted an array of famous explorers and authors, like Mark Twain. This hour long tour takes you from the basement to the attic and goes over the rich history of how the Blackwell Mansion served Tacoma, including it's remodel and use as the YWCA in the 1970's. Every Saturday! Discover Defiance Hike Join a park guide in Point Defiance every Saturday and hear all about the history, plant life, and importance of this beautiful corner of the Pacific Northwest. This is a leisurely paced three mile walk, starting at the Rhododendron Garden. Come prepared with water, snacks, weather appropriate attire, and whatever questions you may have! The tour is free and no pre-registration is required. February 22nd Catherwood & Kerwin's Show Hole This brand new event is a fun twist on your average trivia night! Join hosts Casey Catherwood and David Kerwin for what they call an "...arousing evening of challenges, game show style segments, & bizarre social experiments...like trivia night, but a whole lot better." One lucky team will walk away with some fabulous prizes and the first 100 guests will walk away with... an onion(?). Needless to say, we are intrigued. Check out these local dudes at Edison Square in South Tacoma, as they embark on this new adventure called, Show Hole! February 24th Third Annual Black History Month Market Come enjoy the Black Night Market's third annual Black History Month Market! There will be food trucks, live performances, and a number of local BIPOC vendors and artists selling their treasures. Keep and eye on both the Black Night Market Facebook and Instagram pages as more information surrounding the vendors and performers will be provided as the event approaches.

Our monthly events blog is back and what better way to start than with a fresh New Years January post! This month we encourage you to explore Tacoma via an illuminated trail, dive into history with a few guided (and sometimes spooky) tours, enjoy a beautiful MLK performance, jump start that New Year's resolution of beginning a new hobby, and gain some great knowledge about maintaining your home. We'll see you around, Tacoma! December 31st – January 14th Tacoma Light Trail Walk, drive, or ride to experience this free winter festival of light throughout Downtown Tacoma. From 5p – 9pm every night you can explore downtown and catch illuminated displays paired with music, storytelling, and poetry. You can also enjoy live performances of art, dance, and music in Tollefson Plaza, or catch one of the light trails featured events: January 6th, Illuminated Ballroom An evening of visual and auditory delight featuring projection art, dance, music, drinks, and more! January 13th, T.U.P.A.C. Lit Up! A joyful celebration of light art making, music, projection arts, and community talent, featuring an open mic! January 6th Home Maintenance 101 Workshop Home ownership can be daunting, especially if it’s your first one! The Tacoma Tool Library is here to lift some of that burden with this hour and a half long course. You’ll learn basic home maintenance, how to prevent major issues, what things might be easier to fix than you think, and how to catch a small issue before it becomes a big problem. This is a wealth of knowledge on one of the largest investments of your lifetime! All Month! Craftopia Courses We’ve all done it. Made a New Year’s resolution to take up a new hobby. You've even gathered all the necessary supplies but can never seem to get started. Let Craftopia help you take that hard first step, and go learn about the basic tools, terms, and methods to be the accomplished crafter you’ve always dreamed of becoming. Take a crash course in Crochet, scrapbook your heart out, pour your own custom bars of soap, get down to the basics of candle making, or play with clay to make your first custom pair of earrings! View a full list of their array of courses here! https://www.craftopiawa.com/classes/ January 15th Dr. Martin Luter King Jr. Day Commemoration at the Washington State History Museum Enjoy a theatrical performance that brings to life Dr. King’s legacy. Tacoma Arts Live presents Where Blooming flowers Meet the Sky by Darryin B. Cunningham. This story features a young artist named Zhuli, who while writing a new book of poetry, is visited by 1960s civil rights era heroes. Come hear about their experiences, wisdom, and how they help Zhuli find her voice. After the show, take the chance to explore the "Solidarity Now! 1968 Poor People's Campaign" traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian. Tour the Town! Join Pretty Gritty Tours and learn some interesting and sometimes spooky facts about Tacoma and the surrounding area. January 19th Haunted Tour of the Foss Seaport Museum This tour is not for the faint of heart (as Catie has learned)! Hear tales of shipwrecks, sea monsters, and unfortunate endings while exploring the Foss Seaport Museum after dark. January 20th Exclusive Tour of Stadium High School Experience the grandeur and history of this 1800’s French Chataeu style structure from the basement to the attic. This exclusive opportunity gets you INSIDE tour of the Tacoma’s Hogwarts, the beautiful Stadium Hight School. January 26th Lantern Tour of Fort Steilacoom Park Explore, by lantern light, the life and lore of Fort Steilacoom. An important site for generations of the native community, a home to one of the first farms in the area and location of the old Washington State Hospital Asylum.

Christmas is creeping up quickly! We've put together a list of nine local markets perfect for some last minute shopping that supports our Pierce County community. December 14th & 21st Puyallup Night Market: Holiday Market Series 40+ vendors Food trucks & treats Enjoy wine and beer while you shop Santa Visit December 16th Proctor Farmers Market Farm Goods for Holiday Menus Gifts, Gift Sets & More Artisan Foods (to share, for host gifts, stocking stuffers, & more) Baked Goods & Desserts Holiday Decorations (no link) Beverages Prepared Food December 16th Parable Youth Vendor Market All local youth entrepenours Art, jewelry, photography, gifts, and more! Free entry and food (while supplies last) December 16th Holiday Blast at Eastside Community Center Free family event! Cookie decorating Hot cocoa station Selfie station Basketball free throw contest Small holiday market and resource tables Live entertainment December 16th & 17th Tacoma Night Market Two day market 100+ local vendors Jewelery, clothing, toys, plants, kitchenwares, and more! Beverages from 7Seas Music Sunday Drag Show Brunch December 16th Bellarmine Winterfest Bazaar 85+ local vendors Free admission & parking Jewelry, sweets, coffee, candles, soaps, crafts, clothing, food and more! December 17th Good and Gather Holiday Market Bonus! This is also a Merry Christmas Family Event ! Local vendors (some featuring personalization on paid purchases) DIY ornament craft Wrapping station Hot cocoa bar Reading of "The Night Before Christmas" by Mr. and Mrs. Claus December 21st Brewery District Makers Market at 7Seas Family friendly 25+ Vendors Delicious 7Seas beer Food from Camp Colvos Canteen December 22nd & 23rd Last Chance Holiday Market Two day market (the weekend before Christmas!) 20+ local artists and vendors (Full list here) Food vendors Photos with Krampus and exotic animals Gift wrapping station

Welcome to the beautiful neighborhood of Gravelly Lake. Don’t let it’s tucked away feeling deter you, this neighborhood is located central to immediate JBLM access, great restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, lake access, and the bountiful dog and trail areas of Steilacoom Park. Featuring a five bedroom home with incredible shared spaces to explore and play. An open-concept design creates a spacious and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen is a culinary haven with quartz countertops, a five-burner gas stove, and an enormous island. Step outside to find a covered patio and fully fenced yard. For remote professionals, note the private office/bedroom on the main. Don't miss the tankless water heater, recently reseeded grass, large two car garage, and neighborhood park. Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 5 Bedroom 3 Bath 3,180 Sq. Ft. Fenced Yard Covered Patio Attached Two Car Garage Tankless Water Heater Quartz Countertops Rec Room Neighborhood Park Main Floor: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office, and Full Bath Upstairs: Rec Room, Primary Bedroom, Three bedrooms, Bathroom, Laundry Patio, Yard, and Exterior Offered At: $730,000 7907 116th St. SW Lakewood, WA 98498 MLS# 2160023 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

Incredible opportunity to own a mountain view condo in downtown Tacoma. Flooded with natural light, this open concept condo features a beautiful view of a lush community courtyard and Mount Rainier from the living room and bedroom. Gorgeous Brazilian hardwoods run throughout the home pairing well with the spacious kitchen's maple cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Impeccable maintenance and cleanings have kept this unit spotless! Community features include a wonderful courtyard with outdoor cooking, a large gym, game room, cozy lounge, and a theater fit for the perfect movie nights. Downtown access to major transit hubs & I-5, Tacoma restaurants, shopping, Thea Foss Waterway and more. Don't miss the gated parking, storage and in-unit washer and dryer. Don’t miss the video tour and virtual tours below! Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 1 bed room 1 bath 765 sq. ft. Mountain View Brazilian Hardwoods Granite Countertops Fresh Paint Maple Kitchen Cabinets Gym & Theater Lounge & Community Kitchen Gated Parking and Storage Lush Outdoor Courtyard Kitchen and Living Room Bedroom and Bathroom Building and Amenities Offered At: $340,000 1501 Tacoma Ave S Unit 401 Tacoma, WA 98402 MLS# 2144836 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

Located just around the corner from two Tacoma favorites, Cooks Tavern & Brewers Row, this cutie pie craftsman is ready for it's next loving owners. Exceptional natural light fills the spacious South facing living room and draws you outside under fragrant wisteria for warm summer evenings on the secluded patio. A hip remodeled kitchen perfectly balances space and function for both formal indoor and casual outdoor dining. A bonus room ideal for an office, play area, or guest room is paired to the home's lower 3/4 remodeled bath. Upstairs, a brightly lit primary bedroom boasts double closets and a quaint sitting area. Two more bedrooms and the home's completely remodeled full bath finish off the upstairs. Don’t miss the video tour and virtual tours below! Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 1,810 square feet 3 bed rooms 1.75 bath Heat Pump Installed 2019 Exterior Painted in 2021 Newer Water Heater Two Secluded Patios Remodeled Kitchen and Bathrooms Garden Space Main Floor: Open Concept Living Spaces, Kitchen, 3/4 Bath, and Bonus Room Welcome to this bright and cheery home! Step into the well lit living room complete with stately fireplace. The open concept living space opens into the formal dining room ready to host your next gathering in it's cozy bay window. Conveniently located off the dining room sits a shining newly remodeled kitchen with updated appliances and stylish geometric tile work. Down a quick few steps from the dining room you will find a bonus room, perfect for an office or play area, complete with with a newly remodeled 3/4 guest bath. Upstairs: Bedrooms and Full Remodeled Bath Up the stairs sit three bedrooms, just as bright and cheery as the main floor. In the primary bedroom you will find double closets and a lovely sitting space for those late night reads. The upstairs is completed with a remodeled full bath with double sinks and fun tile. Exterior: Patios, Yard, and Lot Enjoy summer nights under the wisteria on one of the two secluded patios. Another patio is located just off the kitchen, perfect for snagging a cup of coffee in the morning sun. If you have a green thumb, have fun with the raised beds in front of the home which receive sunlight all day long. Offered At: $750,000 3217 N 27th St Tacoma, WA 98407 MLS# 2074352 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

Vibrant and mature landscaping greets you on arrival at this North Tacoma home tucked in among the trees. This three bedroom, 2.25 bath home features space for both entertaining and quiet retreat. Enter in to a sunny living room complete with stone fireplace. A roomy kitchen with new stainless appliances pairs to a dining space just off the enclosed patio with sliding panels perfect for winter and summer enjoyment. A primary bedroom featuring a 3/4 bath sits far from the bustle of the kitchen & living room at the end of the hall. Downstairs you will find a garden view office, bonus room, and two car garage loaded with storage. Out back, enjoy an incredible landscaped oasis with a large concrete patio, veggie gardens, mature grape vines, and a bonus detached shop space. The bonus shop is perfect for projects or could be converted into a garden gazebo with roll up door for summer relaxation and garden dining. Don’t miss the video tour and virtual tours below! Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 1,676 square feet 3 bed rooms 3 bath New Stainless Appliances Fenced Yard Enclosed Patio Double Pane Vinyl Windows Detached Shop Two Car Garage Main Floor: Living Spaces Head up the stairs to a sunny living room where you can look out into the beautiful front yard or cozy up to the natural stone faced fireplace in the winter. Convenient for hosting, the dining room sits open to the living room and has easy access to move the meals outside to the cheery covered patio. Prepare those meals using your new stainless steel appliances in the bright kitchen. Main Floor: Bedrooms, Full Bath, and Primary Bedroom Down the hall you will find two bedrooms with good great closet space and a full bath. Secluded at the end of the hall sits the master bedroom with a personal 3/4 bath. Downstairs: Bonus Room, Office, Laundry/Half Bath, and Garage Enjoy a retreat to the downstairs in the garden facing office and bonus room with ample space for a den, playroom, or gaming space. A laundry room including a half bath sits just at the bottom of the stairs and includes cabinet space and a counter top great for organizing and folding. Through the next door you will find the large two car garage, ready for projects, and massive wall to wall cabinets for all of your storage needs! Enclosed Patio, Yard, and Shop Jump into summer and have it made in the shade on your enclosed patio or soak up rays in the large fenced yard. Perfect for hosting, games, pets, or your own quiet retreat swinging in the breeze, this sweet yard and patio are ready to go. Offered At: $635,000 2720 N Vassault St. Tacoma, WA 98407 MLS# 2060749 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

This three bedroom, 2.5 bath home features exceptional updates, AC, a new roof, and a spacious floorplan with room for everyone. Enjoy open concept living between the incredible vaulted ceilings of the living and dining rooms. Or spend time in the spacious kitchen and family room with elegant countertops, breakfast bar, ample cabinet space, a large pantry, and gas fireplace. Upstairs, the massive primary bedroom carries a large walk-in closet along with incredible updated five piece bath with soaking tub and impressive walk-in shower. Two more bedrooms with storage window seats and a full bath finish the upstairs. Out front you'll find a cozy porch perfect for morning coffe. Outback, a fully fenced yard is ready and waiting with space for bbqs and pets alike. A sizeable two car garage provides parking, shop space or storage. This beautiful home is located close to schools, parks, shopping, and much more. Don’t miss the video tour and virtual tours below! Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 1,782 square feet 3 bed rooms 3 bath Air Conditioning New Roof Gas Fireplace Fenced Yard Main Level Living Spaces, Kitchen, Half Bath, and Laundry Upstairs Bedrooms, Full Bath, and Primary Bedroom with en Suit Bath Exterior and Yard Offered At: $470,000 8010 207th St E Spanaway, WA 98387 MLS# 2058880 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

Welcome to the gated Belmont community where neighborhood mountain views greet your arrival. Enjoy an exceptional floorplan designed to encourage open concept space as well as quiet retreat. A naturally bright sitting room paired with a formal dining room gives space for special occasions with an easy shift to warm nights on the patio. The spacious kitchen paired to a casual dining area leads to the living room complete with cozy gas fireplace. A bright secluded office ensures work privacy away from the living spaces. Upstairs, French doors open to an incredible primary bedroom complete with walk in closet and five piece bath. Three more bedrooms and a sizeable rec room finish the upstairs. The fenced backyard touts well kept landscaping, gardens, a poured patio, and deck. Park your car in the massive four car garage or use it for your shop and outdoor toys. Don’t miss the video tour and virtual tours below! Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 2,813sq. ft 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathrooms Gated Belmont Community Large Four Car Garage Oak Floors Formal Dining Room New Carpet Throughout Gas Fireplace Newer Furnace and Water Heater Fenced Backyard Access to Community Park Main Floor: Living Spaces, Office, and Half Bath A bright sitting room greets you at the entrance and leads into a formal dining room with with patio access, perfect for hosting. The open concept kitchen flows into a casual dining space and living room with an inviting gas fireplace. Away from the living spaces, a bright office with French doors is perfect for working from home. Upstairs: Bedrooms, Full Bath, Rec Room Upstairs, a master suit sits behind large French doors. Complete with walk in closet and five piece en suit bath, take a load off at the end of the day in your luxurious tub. Down the hall three bedrooms as well as a large rec room sit on either side of the full bath, great for guests, family, and whatever hobbies you desire. Exterior, Yard, and Park Access Enjoy the upcoming summer nights in a spacious yard with plenty of room for patio and deck seating. Toss the ball in the fenced yard and when the evening cools off cozy up to the fire pit with friends. Just a short walk away, have a little fun shooting hoops at the basketball court or taking the kids for an afternoon on the swings. Offered At: $765,000 6623 81st St Ct E Puyallup, WA 98371 MLS# 2042515 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com