Move to Tacoma Blog
16 Instagram Photos of Gorgeous Fall Colors in Tacoma
It’s officially autumn in the 253, and Tacoma’s showing off its beautiful fall colors! We’re loving our vibrant tree-lined streets, picturesque parks, and stunning waterfront views… and it looks like visitors and locals alike can’t resist stopping ...
Your 2016 Guide to 5 Halloween & Harvest Events in Tacoma
Looking for something a bit different from the usual day at the pumpkin patch and corn maze this year? There are some more unique fall festivities happening in Tacoma this October, whether you’re entertaining little ones or ready to be seriously scared. Take a quick look...
October is Tacoma Arts Month! Explore Events, Studio Tours, Exhibits, Classes & More
Home to a flourishing arts community, Tacoma offers a long list of art museums, all types of musical performances, theatre, literary events, film screenings, and so much more to enjoy and explore. While residents and visitors alike can enjoy arts and cultural events all year-ro...
MDC’s Rob McNair-Huff Shares Important Updates on Homelessness in Tacoma (& Learn How to Help!)
Making a Difference in Community (MDC) is a local nonprofit that has helped Tacoma and Pierce County with housing, health care, education, and employment since 1964. Last September, we talked with Rob McNair-Huff on the Move to Tacoma podcast about homelessness in Tacoma, and...
Tacoma Artist Spotlight: Jessica Spring
As the proprietor of Springtide Press in Tacoma, Jessica Spring creates a variety work that is featured in collections around the country and world. Springtide Press was founded in 1999, and here, Jessica designs, prints, and binds artist books, broadsides, and ephemera. A gre...
City of Tacoma Manager T.C. Broadnax is Touring Tacoma to Talk Budget
The City of Tacoma budget is being sorted out as we speak. City of Tacoma Manager T.C. Broadnax will be hitting the road starting Central Tacoma next Thursday September 1st to visit the neighborhood councils to find out what you think and what your priorities are. “In 201...
August 2016 Street Fairs in Tacoma
Summer is the perfect time to get outside and meet your neighbors, explore your community, and take advantage of some (free!) entertainment and fun! Below, find four upcoming street fairs taking place in Tacoma this August 2016. (Is there one we missed? We want to hear about it...
7 Things in Tacoma You HAVE To Do Before Summer Ends
When things get hot out (yes, 80 degrees here is considered “hot”), there’s tons of fun to be had outdoors in Tacoma! You’ll definitely want to take advantage of the blue skies and opportunity to wear shorts and sip margaritas on the patio while you can. Don’t miss ou...
Day Island Investment Property 5 Star Review
Tacoma real estate agent Marguerite worked with this family to help them acquire an extremely rare property, a triplex on Tacoma’s Day Island. Finding a home that is both a great place to live and a great investment can be tricky. Some adventurous folks like Angela B and ...
Move to Tacoma’s Tacoma Pride Festival 2016 Photo Booth: Meet the FABULOUS People of Tacoma!
Thank you to everyone who came out to Tacoma Pride this past weekend! We had an amazing time meeting all of you at the Move to Tacoma photo booth. Didn’t get to come out this year? Bookmark Tacoma Pride’s website and follow them on Facebook to stay in the loop f...