Community Update October 16, 2024
Community Updates
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
Communities In Schools of Peninsula Fall Clothing Drive from October 15-November 22. Many locations to drop off new items. For more information, please contact Julie at 253-509-9305. (ciswa.org)
Gig Harbor Key Peninsula Housing & Homeless Coalition meeting, Thursday, October 17 from 10:00am-11:00am.
Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89793763452?pwd=vzanfoylFQzqm7fa8wCeqrvWFd9f5Q.1 Meeting ID: 897 9376 3452 Passcode: housing
Discussion on Accessible Housing at the Mustard Seed Project. This will be held on Thursday, October 17 at 1:00pm-3:00pm. Call or email to reserve your spot: 253-884-9814, tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
The Key Free Clinic on Thursday, October 17 will be open for check in from 4:30pm-5:00pm at the Community Office in the Key Center Corral. Open from 4:30pm-7:00PM. (kpconnects.org)
Key Peninsula Community Council meeting at the Key Center Fire Station. Held on Thursday, October 17 from 6:30pm-7:30pm. This date is changed, usually held on 2nd Thursday of the month and needs to be the 3rd Thursday for October. (kpconnects.org) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92052777308 Meeting ID: 920 5277 7308
Emergency Preparedness with Anne Nesbit with the KP Fire Department and representatives from Pierce County Emergency Preparedness. The discussion topic is Wildfire Emergency on the Key Peninsula. This meeting will be held at the Key Peninsula Civic Center on Thursday, October 17 from 7:00pm-8:30pm. (kpciviccenter.org)
Harvest Fest at Miracle Ranch. Hay rides, carnival games, petting zoo, hay maze and more fun activities. October 18-20 and October 25-27. Miracle Ranch Harvest Fest | CRISTA Camps | Port Orchard | Seattle
Peninsula Community Health Services will be onsite at Key Peninsula Community Services to provide Insurance Navigators. This opportunity will be on Friday, October 18 from 11:30am-1:30pm. (pchsweb.org)
My Haunted Forest, The Ultimate Halloween Adventure in Vaughn. Next date is October 18. My Haunted Forest – Home
Key Pen it Clean Litter pickup #46 will be on Saturday, October 19 at 10:00am. Please meet at the Lakebay Post Office. (kpconnects.org)
All Hallows Eve at Gateway Park on Saturday, October 19 from 2:00pm-5:00pm. All Hallows Eve – KEY PEN PARKS
Facing Fentanyl, a Candid Conversation about Fentanyl in our Community. Join community leaders, medical/treatment professionals, first responders and educators for a conversation about fentanyl in our community. This will be held at the KP Civic Center on October 21 from 5:30pm-7:00pm.
Recurring Key Peninsula Events:
No Tears Tech Help at the Key Center Library meeting room. Held on Wednesday, October 16 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Help for adults with tech questions. Call 253-548-3309 to book an appointment. (mypcls.org)
Key Center Library Family Story Time on Thursday, October 17 from 10:30am-11:30am. Enjoy stories, art activities and singing for children ages 0-6. Events – Pierce County Library System
Key Senior Information Center at the Mustard Seed Project. KSIC is a free service providing information and referrals for seniors and their families. Walk-ins are welcome. Most M, W, and Th from 1:00pm-4:00pm and T from 10:00am- 4:00pm. Still available this month on is the 17th, 22nd, 28th and 29th. Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
Baby Story Time at Key Center Library. Held on Tuesday, October 22 from 10:00am-11:00am. Enjoy books, songs and more with children age 0-2. Events – Pierce County Library System
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
KP Community Council Coffee Hour at the KPC office on Thursday, October 24 from 11:00am-12:00pm. A guest speaker will be in attendance. (kpconnects.org)
KP Kids meeting on Thursday, October 24 at 11:00am. This is held at the Mustard Seed Project (downstairs). (piercecac.org)
Mustard Seed Project Decorative Wood Painting Class on Thursday, October 24 at 1:00pm. All supplies provided for $15 per person. Call or email to reserve your spot, 253-884-9814 or tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org. The Mustard Seed Project
Key Peninsula Advisory Commission will meet at the Key Center Fire Station at 5:30pm. Key Peninsula Advisory Commission | Pierce County, WA – Official Website (piercecountywa.gov)
KP Relatives Raising Kids support group held at KP Lutheran Church on Thursday, October 24 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. More information please contact Lori at childcare@kphealthycommunity.org. (kphealthycommunity.org)
Snail Mail is Happy Mail at the Key Center Library on Friday, October 25 from 10:30am-12:00pm. Write letters to friends and family. Register on the website. Snail Mail is Happy Mail – Pierce County Library System
Trunk-or-Treat at the Longbranch Improvement Club on Friday, October 25 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Contact Evergreen Elementary PTA for more information and ways to participate at (253) 530-1300.
Key Peninsula Community Services will hand out treats on Halloween, Thursday, October 31 from 4:00pm-7:00pm. (yourkpcs.org)
Trick or Treat at the Mustard Seed Village. Held on Thursday, October 31 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Open to all little ghosts and goblins and a warm, safe time to receive candy from every apartment. The Mustard Seed Project
KP Community Litter Drop-Off for household trash. Three locations at 1) Lake Kathryn, 2) 64th St NW and KP Hwy and 3) Longbranch Improvement Club. This will be held on Saturday, November 2 from 9:00am-3:00pm or until dumpsters are filled. For more information, email mmoffett393@gmail.com or follow Key Pen It clean on Facebook.
Open House at the newly remodeled Community Council Office in the KC Corral. This will be held on Thursday, November 7 from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Everyone is invited, refreshments provided. (kpconnects.org)
The Mustard Seed Project will be hosting a Mammogram Clinic on Thursday, December 5 (POSTPONED from Monday, October 21) from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Call Mardi Landry of Community Health Care at 253-592-8863 to set up an appointment. Have your insurance information when you call to. Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
Reminders:
None today.
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
Tacoma Community College Gig Harbor Campus, Write in the Harbor Regional Writers Conference will be held Friday, November 1 from 7:00pm-9:00pm and Saturday, November 2 from 9:00am-4:30pm. (tacomacc.edu)
Shop Social Gig Harbor will be held on Thursday, November 14 from 12:00pm-8:00pm. A full day of shopping, dining and holiday cheer. Check the website for information and to register. (ghdwa.org)
Tacoma Community College, Gig Harbor, Let’s Learn English informational meeting on November 18 at 5:30. Contact Connie Huerta at chuerta@tacomacc.edu or call 253-566-5375 or text 510-606-5546. Classes will be held January 6-March 17, 2025.
Save the Date! Communities In Schools of Peninsula will host the All In for Kids Benefit Dinner on April 5, 2025 from 5:00pm-9:00pm at the Gig Harbor Yacht Club. Contact for more information, www.peninsula.ciswa.org
FAQ’s:
Do you know there are many ways to volunteer on the Key Peninsula?
- Yes, there is a wide range of volunteering available.
Do you like to work in nature?
- Key Pen It Clean- roadside litter cleanups. Find on Facebook or email mmoffett393@gmail.com
- Key Peninsula beautification Project- help beautify the community. Find on Facebook or email kilyons@msn.com
Do you like to work with and for youth?
- The Red Barn Youth Center- after-school program for KP youth. Call (253)884-1594 redbarnkp.org
- Food Backpacks 4 Kids- Food Bank, prepare backpacks of food for school-age kids. Call (253)857-7401 info@foodbackpacks4kids.org or foodbackpacks4kids.org
- Communities In Schools of Peninsula: Academic Mentors, Help High School Students with College Application Assistance and Tutor with Tails. (ciswa.org)
Here is a website to check out.
