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Free Guided Tour of Tacoma’s Nihonmachi (Japantown) July 10th, 2019 Noon-1pm
Join writer Tamiko Nimura, and historian Michael Sullivan on a free, one-mile walk, sponsored by BCRA on Wednesday, July 10th from noon to 1pm. It will start at the top of the UWT stairs at S. 19th and Jefferson Ave. This event is free, open to all ages, and ASL interpretatio...
Waterfront neighborhoods near Tacoma, Washington
Looking for waterfront and water view neighborhoods in and around Tacoma, Washington? We’ve put together a list here with pictures, videos, and more! Whether you’re moving to the Pacific Northwest or you already live here- a home with a water view is probably on the...
It’s Hot in Tacoma! Cool off at these three great waterfront parks!
WantIt’s no secret, Pacific Northwesterners both love and can’t handle the heat of summer! I grew up in Pierce County- but I didn’t grow up fleeing to the Tacoma waterfront on hot days. First, I lived in the county and we went to lakes for that stuff- b...
Tease Chocolates: A Tacoma Chocolate Shop
Whether it’s Christmas, Valentines Day, a birthday, or just a special reward for yourself after a long day- knowing where to find delicious hand crafted local chocolates in Tacoma is essential knowledge. Tease Chocolates is located at 610 North 1st Street next to Stadium ...
King’s Books Used Book Store in Tacoma
There are some businesses in Tacoma that are just iconic. King’s Books, owned by beloved local Tacoma Sweet Pea Flaherty and it’s feline docent, Herbert. King’s Books carries a variety of both new and used books, cards, notebooks, and an excellent selection of...
Announcing the Tacoma AF Music Series!
MovetoTacoma.com is proud to sponsor the very first TACOMA AF Music Series, a benefit for Write253. Write253 is a literacy arts organization whose mission is to provide youth with meaningful and transformative writing opportunities that cross boundaries and create community i...
Restaurants Open Late in Tacoma
While others blissfully slumber, you’re up, wide-eyed and ready to roll. Maybe you’ve indulged in a libation or two. Maybe you’re just a nightowl. Whatever the case, if you forage through you cupboards and come up empty handed for something that satisfies, you don’t nee...
5 New Exhibitions Come to the Tacoma Art Museum
The Tacoma Art Museum is going to have a busy February. From January 27 to February 17, the TAM will be opening five new exhibitions all highlighting, showcasing, and reframing what we know as Western American art. I spoke with Faith Brower at the TAM about why these pieces of ...
How to Find a Rental in Tacoma’s Overheated Rental Market
Renting in Tacoma is HARD right now. The stats are showing Tacoma Rents increased 13% over last year, which is squeezing Tacomans and making it harder for people to find places to rent. At the same time, there are very few new rentals being built- which has created the most com...
Opening Soon: 9 New Tacoma Restaurants
Tacoma has a bunch of great new restaurants in the works. We hit up Tacoma Untapped, one of our favorite FB pages for breaking restaurant news for this list of who is coming and when. Obviously, restaurant openings are often delayed, so take these dates with a grain of salt. T...
Have a question about Tacoma Real Estate? Text Marguerite, she won’t stalk you! 253-820-3784
Trying to figure out what neighborhood in Tacoma is right for you? This Tacoma neighborhood guide is designed to help you research everything you’ll need to make your choice. From restaurants and lifestyle to architecture and schools, we’ve got the information you need to find YOUR Tacoma neighborhood.
