Community Updates
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
Key Center Library: Wednesday, April 22 – Story Time for Babies 10:15am-11:15am, Unicorn and Yeti – a Ready Reader program 4:00pm-5:00pm; Thursday, April 23 – Story Time for Mixed Ages 11:15am-12:15pm, Rock Painting -a Teen Creative Space program 3:00pm-4:30pm; Friday, April 24– Play Time 1:00pm-2:00pm.
DOL 2 Go will be at KP Community Services Wednesday, April 22, 10:00am-2:00pm. Get a first time Washington ID, renew or replace you driver license. No appointment necessary. Credit and Debit only. No testing available.
Charlotte the Community Health worker with KP Partnership will be at KP Community Services Wednesday, April 22 at 12:00pm to help navigate and connect resources.
KP Kids meeting on Thursday, April 23 at 10:00am at Red Barn Youth Center.
KP Community Council – Coffee Hour Thursday, April 23, 11:00am. Speaker will be Bruce Murray on behalf of Pierce County Parks.
Beginning Belly Dancing 5-week workshop at The Mustard Seed Project Thursdays, April 23-May 21 from 3:00pm-4:00pm. $50 workshop or $10 per class. Call (253) 884-9814 or email tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org to sign-up.
Relatives Raising Kids at KP Lutheran Church Thursday, April 23, 6:00pm-8:00pm.
TGIF at Longbranch Improvement Club Friday, April 24, 5:30pm-8:30pm.
Key Pen It Clean Roadside Litter Cleanup Saturday, April 25, 10:00am-12:00pm. They will meet at the Evergreen Elementary School parking lot to hand out safety vests, litter grabbers, trash bags, and road assignments. Please bring close-toed, sturdy footwear and work gloves. Volunteers must be in good health and at least 15 years old. First-timers are always welcome.
FREE Fundraiser & Giveaway for Rainfall Ranch Rescue Saturday, April 25, 11:00am-2:00pm at All Around Gutters. For additional information: www.rainfallranchrescue.org
Gig Harbor’s 3rd Annual Rainbow Roller Disco Saturday, April 25, 4:30pm-7:30pm at KP Civic Center. For additional information and to purchase tickets: https://eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-rainbow-roller-disco-fundraiser-tickets-1985178676862?aff+erelexpmlt
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
KP Partnership for a Healthy Community will be facilitating another conversation about oral health in Pierce County at KP Lutheran Church on Monday, May 4 at 5:30pm. Dinner will be provided. For additional information and to sign-up contact Charlotte by phone, text, or email: (253)400-7072, chw@kphealthycommunity.org
Livable Community Fair will be Saturday, May 9 at KP Civic Center, 10:00am-3:00pm. Non-profits & Community service organizations as well as local businesses sign-up early to host a booth. This is a Family Friendly event. For additional information and to sign-up: https://www.kpciviccenter.org/livable-community-fair-2026.html
There will be a Mobile Dental Van on the KP Wednesday, May 13. This is by appointment only and there are limited spots available. Contact Charlotte at (253)400-7072 for more information or to schedule an appointment
Key Pen It Clean presents the 2026 Spring Cleanup & Drop-off FREE community Event Saturday, May 16, 9:00am-3:00pm or until dumpsters are full. They are not accepting any hazardous waste this time. For additional information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094005795107
The Mustard Seed Project’s Annual Gala Saturday, June 6, 5:00pm at Longbranch Improvement Club They are celebrating 20 years of serving seniors in our community. This year’s theme is “Our Rouring Twentieth.” For Tickets: https://givebutter.com/TMSPRoaring20th
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
Gig Harbor Sports Fields Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Ceremony Friday, April 24, 5:00pm-6:00pm. Please join the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties and the City of Gig Harbor to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the Gig Harbor Sports Fields. The new Sports Fields will bring the community together through play, wellness, and connection. This event is FREE and open to the public. Gig Harbor Sports Fields, 10770 Harbor Hill Dr, Gig Harbor, WA USA
Healthy Kids Event at Tom Taylor YMCA in Gig Harbor Saturday, April 25, 10:00am-1:00pm. This event is focused on healthy living with fun activities, music, and games as well as vendors sharing helpful information. Family friendly event with children of all ages.
Burley Lagoon Litter Cleanup by Ocean Blue Corp Saturday, April 25, 11:00am-2:00pm. Volunteers will meet near Bridgeway Market to clean up Purdy Creek to Purdy Drive, Burley Lagoon along 302 and the west shore from 302 to the island, time permitting. For more information email criver88@gmail.com
Estate Planning: Probate, Wills, Trusts & Senior Scams Thursday, April 23, 5:30pm-7:00pm at Cottesmore Café in Gig Harbor. Aging Smart Educational Workshops- Non-Profit Organization offers FREE workshops 2x a month from professionals. Aging Smart is a group of local professionals with a common goal: Educating people to make smart decisions as they age. We believe the best results come from proactive planning. NO SALES PITCHES / Q & A time included.
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