Community Updates
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
MultiCare WIC Clinic, Nutrition Program at the Key Center Library. It is held on Thursday, February 13 from 1:00pm-4:30pm. WIC Nutrition Program is for pregnant people, new and breast-feeding moms, and children under 5yrs. To see all the events happening at the library go to https://calendar.piercecountylibrary.org/events
Also at the Key Center Library: No Tears Tech Help. It is February 12, 19, and 26 this month 10am-1pm.
Key Peninsula Council Meeting: Thursday, February 13. Refreshments at 6:00pm, meeting starts at 6:30pm. Hosting a presentation from the Tacoma Pierce County Health Department. Listen to what their representatives have to say regarding care of your septic systems. Also available to join by Zoom https://zoom.us/j/96734070036?pwd+k40WeraRAZ3LupTehBcldVE2evj08.1
Environmental Justice Grant Opportunities Workshop – Free Event
Thursday, February 13th from 5:30-7 at the Tacoma STAR Center
Looking to connect with other organizations or receive grant support to advance environmental and climate justice in Tacoma-Pierce County? Join us for an evening event with information about Philanthropy Northwest’s Thriving Communities grant and Front and Centered’s HEAL Capacity Grant. Come prepared to chat with other organizations and exchange priorities, grant ideas, and contact information. Register to attend here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/environmental-justice-community-grant-opportunities-workshop-tickets-1233714325759
Wood stove recycling program: For a limited time, residents of King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties can receive $500 for recycling their old wood stove. One project per household. You must own your home or property, and you are responsible for removal and taking it to one of the approved recycling facilities. For more information: Call 206-343-8800 or go online to https://www.pscleanair.gov/409/Wood-Stove-Recycling-Program
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
It’s Summer Somewhere at the Key Peninsula Civic Center. This is a 21+ event. Tickets are $30, including dinner and a live concert. Purchase tickets at the KPCC office: 17010 South Vaughn Rd NW, Vaughn, WA 98394 or online at It’s Summer Somewhere ’25 Tickets, Sat, Mar 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite
Key Peninsula Lions Club Citizen of the Year Celebration. It will be March 29 at the Key Peninsula Civic Center. For General information about event: https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/keypeninsulawa/
FAQ’s:
Did you know since 2000 there has been an increase in the number of porpoises and dolphins in the Puget Sound? The following link gives more information on this subject: Puget Sound dolphin and porpoise species identification video – https://cascadiaresearch.org