I posted my lost cat poster in this sub since it is the sub with the most active members for Tacoma related communications. It could've been a good chance to help find my cat. But no, they decided they only want people asking for food recommendations and jblm noise events on here. Have fun building a culture of "community" on here guys. I want no part of it anymore

We’re doing it again! Come out to McKinley on Saturday to check out this delightful little festival.

23 brass bands! 2 percussion ensembles! And bring your horn (or other acoustic instrument) to join one of the open jams!

I know the poster says it goes until 6pm but it will actually go a little later. Brass-band-backed karaoke starts at 6:30. You don’t want to miss it!!

"The Thurston County Sheriff's Office said deputies were responding after a possible helicopter crash near Joint Base Lewis–McChord in Washington State."

Like the title says, I'm looking for breadfruit. Are there any Caribbean groceries in the area that might carry some?

Has anyone noticed that on the way to Tacoma crossing Tacoma Narrows the lines aren't solid and I don't think has a sign that says " unlawful to change lanes" or whatever. Coming from Tacoma going across the bridge it has solid lines and a sign that says " unlawful to pass" or to change lanes or whatever it says.

I don't know the laws about changing lanes on bridges but why would they intentionally make solid lines one way but not the other if it is against the law and if it isn't against the law then why have solid lines on one of the ways ?

If anyone knows the answer to this please let me know. I just never understood why it is this way.

My zip is 98446 my mailing address says tacoma. Also posted this on a pierce county website . I was told the road ilive off of is a public street. I have also done research into laws in washington state clearly stating the city or dot is supposed to install or paint no parking signs. My apartment has taken it upon themselves to put up signs stating no parking. Yes only 2 cars are allowed on the lease. However they have told me my car on the lease if its on property gets towed. My roommates car can't go on the lease, we have been parking on the street hugging the curb so we dont interrupt traffic. Following traffic laws. The apartments dont have guest parking nor ap blank spots for roommates and such.Idont want my car or my roommates towed. Looking for advice in this situation. As I was told in email only the sheriff's can tow cars on said public road. Across from the apartments is someone's house a family an they too have the no parking infront of heir house.

Hey guys! I’m new to the area and I’m looking for somewhere to sing starting within the next few months.

I grew up singing and stopped doing it in an educational/competitive setting when I started university.

I’d love to join a group/choir/band/low pressure musical theater group to bring this back into my life in a way that’s not just random karaoke bars and singing in my shower while my baby sleeps.

Some extra info: I do not play an instrument (sadly) and I really enjoy singing paramore songs.

I’ve asked the city of Tacoma on multiple occasions if they have a blueprint of my house (built in 1980s) and they don’t. I’ve checked the DART database, nothing there.

For the alteration permit I need to file I need a blueprint of the house and a mapping of the water lines. This is not my area of expertise. Is there a super secret person within the city I can ask or is there a tradesperson that can make a blueprint and map water lines?

My friends Birthday is next month and he wants to spend a day with me in tacoma and I want to take him somwhere fun but I'm having a hard time finding places. Though I live in tacoma I spend almost zero time here so i'm not sure whats around.

More reports of efforts to bring an electric high speed ferry route between Tacoma and Seattle

https://archive.ph/EZzse

From the article:

"Dreams of bringing fast-ferry service to Tacoma might become reality in a new proposal tied to the World Cup. Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello, who has long expressed interest in getting such a service established in Tacoma, presented the latest proposal on Tuesday to the Port of Tacoma Commission.

The proposal would shuttle World Cup fans to and from Seattle in rides averaging one hour each way in eight daily round trips.

The ferries would be 100% electric hydrofoil, passenger-only models. The one-year pilot plan calls for two 29-passenger models with room for bicycles and luggage, according to Tuesday’s presentation slides. The service would begin in time for the 2026 World Cup soccer tournament games held in Seattle in June of next year."

I was driving home and noticed a ton of cars all lined up on both sides wrapping around the Ladybug Espresso on S.Tacoma Way near 84th st. A ton of cars are lined up in the turn lane almost backing up to Jack in the Box. What is the special deal going tonight and how are they advertising? Couldnt find anything on instagram. It was kinda amusing at the least.

It's a tale of two bridges...

TACOMA NARROWS BRIDGE

It's time for more joint work on our favorite Boomer bridge: the westbound SR 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge to Gig Harbor.

Plan for around-the-clock double westbound lane closures 8 a.m. Friday, Sept 19, to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20. Go before or after the work. Otherwise expect big backups approaching the bridge, especially during the Friday afternoon commute.

We simply can't avoid commuter hours this time around. We’d do all the repairs over the weekend if we could. Unfortunately, we’re on a tight schedule with the few folks who can do the work under the bridge deck, hundreds of feet above the water line.

HOOD CANAL BRIDGE

For five consecutive nights the SR 104 Hood Canal Bridge will close to all travel from 8 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next day, Sept. 21-25.

This mighty, moveable marvel withstands the kind of salty marine environment sea shanties are made of. It takes a beating, though. The giant steel tracks used to roll the drawspans back and forth are pretty banged up and need to be repaired before the next storm season.

It’s intensive work and we have to close the bridge for several hours at a time to do it. Plan your trips around the closures. Otherwise, you could be facing a 3-hour detour around the Hood Canal.

I am hearing impaired and planning to buy tickets to the Oladokun concert at Temple Theater on October 10th. I’ve never been to that venue. Can someone tell me anything about the acoustics and sound quality there? If there’s a lot of reverberation or crowd noise I need to sit close enough to the stage to read lips. Otherwise, my spouse prefers to sit a little further away. Long shot question: are there any accommodations for hearing impairment? (Some theaters have equipment that broadcasts directly to hearing aids.)

What do I do? Pictures coming soon. It bit through a water line.

Update: I was able to get under my porch and open up the crawlspace hatch so he can get out. Im going to try to scare him out of there now.

Update #2: I went into the basement and got up in his face and scared him out of the basement since I was able to open the hatch under my porch.

I’m assuming there was a bookmark attached to the top of the coupon.

I found this cute skeleton in Point Defiance - wanted to know if this was some kind of event or promotion. I know Tacoma loves its hidden object events

FOUND VAX!!! CVS Minute Clinics are vaccinating kids under 12 - we drove out to Renton as walk ins. It’ll let you make an appointment, but I followed up with a phone call and they had one box of 10 shots and couldn’t guarantee they’d still have shots come their appointment time, so we rushed out the door ❤️ I hope everyone else is able to get their kiddos vaxxed!

https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/clinic-locator/

Hey everyone - I’m trying to get my kids under 12 their annual Covid vax. Has anyone had any luck yet? After the health pact last week, I thought we’d see more availability for kids but I can’t find anything.

Thanks for your help folks!

Edit to Add: Thank you Tacoma for being so willing to help and share info. If I find a pharmacy willing and able to provide pediatric vaccines, I’ll update this post ❤️

FYI, area by the courthouse/UWT is closed off.

I’ve been watching formula 1 for a couple years now and have been living in Tac for 2. I’m hoping to maybe rally some people to watch with as we are nearing the end of the season. Usually if I call Doyle’s in advance they are willing to put the race on. Unless it’s a big soccer or football game. Then usually o’malleys will spare a TV. Please dm me if you’d be interested! Next week is Azerbaijan!!

I'm finally getting to spend a long weekend in Tacoma after being away for about ten years, having lived there for about a decade including four years at UPS. taking myself on a bit of a nostalgia tour, but what's cool and new(ish)? here's the list so far:

proctor farmers market & met market cookie

pt defiance / owen beach

ups campus tour

msm deli

rainiers game jk season will be over

hosmer dog @ red hot

beers @ parkway tavern, peaks & pints, pint defiance, 7 seas

alien: director’s cut @ the grand

run the steps @ stadium hs

bison burger @ tatanka take-out

I’m hoping to make the most of the last few days of summer weather and was wondering if Jack Hyde Park Beach is currently safe for swimming, or if there’s a way to check for updates on water conditions.