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LISTEN~ Just with the little bit of rain the frogs are out in force! >>> #FrogsTalk #frog #frogs #FrogsSpeak #mating #frogsmating #nature #NatureInTacoma #TacomaTalks #LeeHeath # Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacoma_wa #MoveToTacoma #VisitTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoytacoma #seattlesbackyard (at Tacoma, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv0m9vigjz9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dli7x69v4vos

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Don't kill the bees!>>>>>>>>>>>> #YourTacomaGuide #LeeHeath #repost @wrap2tap @allabouttacoma #regrann #SaveTheBees #TacomaCares #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacoma_wa #MoveToTacoma #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoytacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #TacomaTalks #SeattlesBackYard (at Tacoma, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/yourtacomaguide/p/BwxCouIAoFX/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11w2gcxltsy8g

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Gateway Park is a wonderful small park with incredible views of the South Sound. Watch as the sailboats play tag with the wind and the giant shipping container ships whisper their tales of worldwide travel as they disappear over the horizon. The multiple benches and gorgeous green grass are like two natural therapists who recommend having a seat and staying awhile. Located in Old Town and within walking distance to the paved waterfront walkway that spans over 5 miles, peppered with artwork, benches, and piers. The park is almost an acre and a half, and is one of 19 parks that are not maintained by Metro Parks but by The City of Tacoma. It is accessible from half hour before sunrise until half hour after sunset. The fish statue you see (which is covered with newspaper in this photo due to restoration) is 8 feet long and the piece is called "Soul Salmon. It was stolen and assumed to be returned in a short amount of time, but it was not to return to its spawning grounds for years, but made it back in 2016. The salmon is part of a larger project to raise awareness for salmon habitat. You may have noticed other salmon statues around Tacoma and beyond. They were distributed over a 10 year period. This one stands out for being covered in tiles featuring photos of Old Town's history. The tiles were originally grafted on by Artists team Bruce and Shannon Anderson. We are fortunate to have so many wonderful parks in Tacoma. Get out and enjoy our parks♡ ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #exploretacoma #movetotacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #TacomaParks #GatewayParkTacoma #OldTownTacoma #TacomaArt #TacomaStatues #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath @tacomatalks (at Gateway Park Tacoma Wa)

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This place reminds me of the old sitcom Sandford & Son. The back lot is usually packed to the rafters with a little of everything. Need a toilet? They have like 30 of them! lol The front building is pretty small when compared to the Goodwills we have, but treasures can be found. They also have a lot of special discount days. >>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> #TacomaTalks #LeeHeath #TacomaThriftShops #discountshopping #ThriftShop #recycle #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacoma_wa #MoveToTacoma #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #SeattlesBackYard (at St. Vincent de Paul Tacoma-Pierce) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsJ5zYgg-bg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=dhqlt7whz60p

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Always something interesting going on in T-town. Sunday we were driving by the Grand Staircase and saw this. Of course I had to stop and find out what was going on. Half had signs and the people next to them had tv's that were playing all the horrible ways the animals we eat for food are kept. If you're unfamiar with how our food is raised there are lots of great documentaries. The one that got my daughter and her friend to become vegetarians when they were about 10 is Food Inc. I stayed and chatted for a spell with one of the people on the side who were involved. If you are a Vegan or Vegetarian I learned of an app called Happy Cow. It locates restaurants that have these options. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> #TacomaTalks #LeeHeath #TacomaCares #happycow #vegetarian #vegan #animalcruelty #UWT #SocialStatement #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacoma_wa #MoveToTacoma #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar (at University of Washington Tacoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsHxKItARWq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1t9jtsz6gcdg5

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The 1880's were the beginning of incredible expansion for Tacoma, but not everyone came at once. In 1908 the Milwaukee Road came to town (which was one of the nation's most innovative railroad companies) and by 1909 they had built a huge freight warehouse on E 25th Street. It was the westernmost freight terminus. By 1980 the Company went bankrupt & ended all train service W of Montana. The building is now an 11,000 sq ft. urban shopping center. The building is over 1,000 feet long, stretching 3 city blocks & is 5 stories tall. The building is located 2 blocks down from the Tacoma Dome & LeMay Car Museum. ~ #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #exploretacoma #movetotacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #TacomaHistory #FreightHouseSquare #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath @tacomatalks (at Freighthouse Square)

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Manitou Trestle mural is at the South 66th Street Underpass. It depicts South Tacoma's history, industry, and personal experiences. These are layered with botanical representations of native flora, topography and quotes from the community's memories and tell a visual story of the South Tacoma neighborhoods past, present and future. It was dedicated on January 31, 2015. Artists for the South 66th Street project went through PA:ID (Public Art In Depth), created by the City of Tacoma for studio artists to learn how to translate their work and gain skills in public art. Claudia Riedener, Kenji Stoll and Chris Jordan were the artists. €€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€€ #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #MoveToTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath @tacomatalks #TacomaMurals #TacomaArt #trestles #traintrestle #mural #murals #CityOfTacoma #history #TacomaHistory (at Manitou Park)

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Urban Grace Church in downtown Tacoma was deemed a historic landmark in 2009. It wasn't always known by that name, it was formerly the First Baptist Church. Now it is an interdenominational church combining Baptist, Presbyterian, Methodist and Lutheran practices. Frederick Heath, Gove, and Bell created the building in 1924, and is a Gothic Revival style. This spacious building has 53 rooms that includes a 1250 seat auditorium, kitchen, nursery, banquet hall that could seat 500 complete with a stage, small chapel, choir rooms, and of course the Pastor's study. It is believed to be the oldest continuously used location for Christian religious services in Tacoma. Urban Grace is an integral part of our community providing not just weekly religious service at 10:30 on Sundays, but also hosts local events. ~ #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #exploretacoma #movetotacoma #TacomaHistory #TacomaHistoricPlaces #TacomaLandmarks #TacomaChurches #TacomaCares #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath @tacomatalks @UrbanGrace #UrbanGraceChurch (at Urban Grace, The Downtown Church)

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July 12, 2017 is when you need to start bringing your own shopping bags. Thin plastic carryout bags will no longer be distributed at any Tacoma retailers or there is a minimum charge of 5 cents a bag for paper bags; however, those who receive EBT/WIC/TANF are excluded from the bag charge. Bags other than carryout bags, such as produce bags, dry cleaning bags & newspaper bags will still be available for free. The law follows the same model that 12 other communities in WA State have already successfully implemented. This was passed on July 12, 2016 to give a one year adjustment period. These photos were from one of the City Council meetings where the public weighed in. As you can see, even The Sonics Guy spoke in favor of this. The Dollar Store has reusable bags as well as most stores. It really isn't a big deal, it just takes a little time to remember consistently. I have a bag with all my bags inside of it on my front seat so I don't forget. Many Countries around the world successfully banned plastic bags many years ago to help save the planet/oceans/sea life as well as to combat unsightly plastic bags littering the landscape. This is your 2 month heads up. Please spread the word as well.♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashington #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #exploretacoma #TacomaCares #movetotacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #tacomacitycouncil #TacomaBagBan #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath @tacomatalks (at City of Tacoma Government)

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Ribarski Pripovijest (A Fish Story) by local Tacoma Artist Larry Anderson, stands literally in front of the Slavonian Hall. Mr. Anderson's other sculptures can be seen in front of Union Station, in Wright Park, Firemans's Park and at various local college campuses. Many people immigrated from Croatia and Scandinavia. When they came to Tacoma the Slavonian Hall was there to help them settle in, and to be a hub for their community. The Hall was built in 1907, and continues to have active members of the community that preserve their Croatian heritage, culture and history. The group commissioned The Fish Story sculpture in 2002 to celebrate the Croatian fishing history in Tacoma. The public can rent the Hall for events as well. #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #MoveToTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #TacomaMurals #TacomaArt #Slavonian #SlavonianAmerican #murals #LarryAnderson #AFishStory (at Slavonian American Benevolent Society)

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Tacoma is one of the most accepting cities for people to be who they truly are, and we are proud of that. The Rainbow Center provides incredible resources for our LBGTQ Community, and puts on our annual Pride Festival which used to be Out in the Park. The Tacoma Pride Festival is an annual event that is part of numerous events during the month to celebrate LBGTQ individuals and engage the community. The festival takes place in downtown Tacoma over the span of numerous city blocks. There are multiple stages for live entertainment that includes musicians, cirque performers, vaudeville, drag acts, as well as guest speakers and dignitaries. There are over 100 street-side vendors including activity booths, and community resources.This is a family friendly event, and everyone is encouraged to attend ♡ #TacomaLovesEveryone ! #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #MoveToTacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #LeeHeath @tacomatalks #TacomaPride #Pride #TacomaPrideFestival #GayIsTheWay #Pride2017 (at Tacoma Pride Festival)

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This year's annual In the Spirit: Nothwest Native Fest is a free outdoor community event. It's a favorite around Tacoma. Entertainment includes Native Arts, Awards, Indigenous food, dancing, singing, storytelling and even a fashion show. Rona Yellow Robe played Native Flute and the Alaska Kutteeya Dancers did songs and dancing. Admission is free during this event to the Tacoma Art Museum and the Washington State History Museum. #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #TacomaMuseums #TacomaArts #2017InTheSpirit #inthespirit #Native #AlaskaKuteeyyaDancers #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath @tacomatalks (at Washington State History Museum)

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The McKinley Hill Street Fair is Tacoma's East sides premier annual festival in August. Plan on spending the day exploring, shopping, eating, listening to live music, and watching the carnival entertainers meander through the crowds. The day starts off with 1500 school backpacks being given away by the Tacoma Christian Center. The streets are lined with every kind of vendor you can want. This year Artisan's Alley was created, where all the hand crafted goods are local or PNW specific. There is a chalking area where all ages express their creativity. Treat yourself to an adult beverage in the Beer Garden and/or fill your belly in Food Truck Alley. Don't worry, there are a lot of clean port-o-potties around~Take a gander down Graffiti Alley to see the new art being created right in front of your eyes. Put this on your 2018 list of things to do in Tacoma. ********************************** #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaEvents #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #movetotacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma # #TacomaFestivals #McKinleyHillStreetFair #McKinleyHillStreetFair2017 #LeeHeath @tacomatalks (at McKinley Hill Street Fair)

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Tacoma Bon Odori is a Japanese Folk Dance Festival held at the Tacoma Buddhist Temple." Bon Odori : "A Gathering of Joy", is a traditional summer dance festival where gratitude and respect are expressed through "joyful " participation in traditional folk dancing in the Spirit of okage sama de (thankfulness to those who have come before).". It is an outdoor festival (except for service if you choose to go), lots of incredible Japanese Food, lots of traditional folk dancing, Taiko performance, and a candlelight memorial service. Www.tacomabt.org // e-mail: tacoma.buddhist.temple@tacomabt.org // Follow on Instagram and Twitter @tacomabuddhist ********************************** #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #movetotacoma #TacomaBuddhist #TacomaBuddhistTemple #BonOdori #Japanese #JapaneseFolkDancing #JapaneseFestival #BonOdoriFestival #LeeHeath (at Tacoma Buddhist Temple)

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I love the Grand Staircase for lots of different photo ops, especially with the giant 'W'! Won't be long until it's decorated for Xmas! ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #pnw #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #movetotacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #WhatDidYouSeeWhileWalkingTacoma #GrandStaircase #uofwcampus #uofw #TacomaStatue #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath (at University of Washington Tacoma)

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The Welcoming Figure is right next to tollefson Plaza in downtown Tacoma on Pacific Avenue and South 17th Street. It is 22 feet tall. The Native American woman totem wears a traditional woven Cedar hat, white dress with a Thunderbird design, and her hands are outstretched in a welcoming gesture. It was carved by the Puyallup native artist Shaun Peterson (Qwalsius), and dedicated in September 2010. It's stands as a tribute to the Puyallup Tribe who were the first people to inhabit the area. The land around Tollefson Plaza was once an important village site to the Puyallup tribe. The statue is unamed. It is the unofficial greeter of people coming to Tacoma. Shaun Peterson is a Tacoma print and sculpture artist who is a member of the Puyallup Tribe. ********************************** #Tacoma #253 #GritCity #CityOfDestiny #TacomaWashigton #tacomawa #pnw #VisitTacoma #ExploreTacoma #movetotacoma #GetOutAndEnjoyTacoma #GetToKnowTacoma #TacomaStatues #TacomaTotems #welcomingfigure #TacomaArt #TacomaArts #StayStellarTacoma #StayStellar #LeeHeath (at Tollefson Plaza)