Community Update October 9, 2024
Community Updates
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
The Mustard Seed Project will host a Fall Health Fair on Thursday, October 10 from 10:00am-3:00pm (not Oct. 5 as previously reported). Free to the community. There will be Medicare Enrollment information with Bill Drenik at 1:00pm. For more information email tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org The Mustard Seed Project
MultiCare WIC Clinic, Nutrition Program at the Key Center Library. Held on Thursday, October 10 from 12:00pm-4:00pm. WIC Nutrition Program is for pregnant people, new and breastfeeding moms, and children under 5. MultiCare WIC Clinic – Pierce County Library System
Key Peninsula Fire Department Town Hall on Thursday, October 10 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. This will be held at the Key Peninsula Civic Center. (keypeninsulafire.org)
Recurring Key Peninsula Events:
No Tears Tech Help at the Key Center Library meeting room. Held on Wednesday, October 9 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 10 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 14th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 28th and 29th. Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
Baby Story Time at Key Center Library. Held on Tuesday, October 15 from 10:00am-11:00am. Enjoy books, songs and more with children age 0-2. Events – Pierce County Library System
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events: 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. 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)
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)
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 frank conversation about fentanyl in our community. This will be held at the KP Civic Center on October 21 from 5:30pm-7:00pm.
Mustard Seed Project Decorative Wood Paining 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
Snail Mail is Happy Mail at the Key Center Library on Friday, October 25 from 10:30am-12:00pm. Write encouraging 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 opportunity 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 handy when you call to make the appointment. 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. Contact the website for information and to register. (ghdwa.org)
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 the location of the Mustard Seed Project of Key Peninsula? The Crandall Center 9016 154th Avenue Ct. NW, Lakebay, WA 98349
Do you know the type of services that Mustard Seed Project of Key Peninsula offer? Events and Programs, Resources and Exercise Classes geared towards seniors (age 65+ to improve balance and mobility)
What type of resources are available? TacomaProBono Legal Aid, Every 2nd Tuesday from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Drop-in information and legal assistance from experts at TacomaProBono. Can help with basic legal questions, landlord- tenant issues, family law, advice, and resources. Walk-ins welcome. Caregiver Support Group, Every 3rd Monday from 2:00pm-3:00pm. This is a safe place for unpaid caregivers, their family, and friends to exchange practical information. Key Senior Information Center, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:00pm-4:00pm and Tuesday from 10:00am-4:00pm. KSIC is a free service providing information and referrals for seniors and their families. Walk-ins are welcome.
How do I learn more? Contact for more information (253) 884-9814 or TMSPinfo@themustardseedproject.org
