Community Updates
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
Partners & Pairings: A Fundraiser Dinner Saturday, May 16, 5:00pm-8:00pm Key Peninsula Lutheran Church. Dinner buffet featuring Pasta Pairings catered by Olive Garden (2 types of pasta, 3 sauces, 3 meats, salad, and breadsticks). Tour KP Co-op Preschool’s Forest Friends Nature School, Sneak peek at KP Go Electric Carshare, Dessert auction, Raffle prizes, Cash bar (beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase). Proceeds will be split 50/50 between Key Peninsula Co-op Preschool & Key Peninsula Partnership for a Healthy Community. For additional information and to purchase tickets: https://givebutter.com/partners-pairings-6tts0w
The Key Center Library will be having Story Time for Babies Wednesday, May 6: 10:15am-11:15am; Story Time for Mixed Ages Thursday, May 7: 11:15am-12:15pm; Teen Drop-In – Book Bingo: 3:00pm-4:30pm; Play Time Friday, May 8: 1:00pm-2:00pm; MultiCare WIC Clinic Monday, May 11: 1:00pm-4:30pm; Learning to Identify and Combat Misinformation – A Civic Literacy Program Tuesday, May 12: 3:00pm-4:30pm – register here: https://calendar.piercecountylibrary.org/event/15552135
Peninsula Community Health Services (PCHS) Mobile Medical will be at KP Community Services (KPCS) Wednesday, May 6, 1:00pm-3:00pm. Walk-ins welcome, but appointment recommended. https://www.PCHSweb.org
A SHIBA, Medicare Advisor, with PCHS at KP Community Services will also be there on Wednesday, May 6 at 11:30am.
The Key Free Clinic on Thursday, May 7. Walk-in 4:30pm-6:00pm at the KP Community Council Office in the Key Center Corral. Extended hours to 7:00pm by appointment. For additional information peninsulakeyfreeclinic@gmail.com
Peninsula School District, Youth Mental Health Town Hall Thursday, May 7, 6:00pm-8:00pm at KP Civic Center. Community Conversation focused on supporting the mental health and well-being of our young people. Local leaders, educators, health professionals, and community partners will come together to share perspectives, resources, and discuss ways can work together to strengthen support for youth and families.
Also at KP Community Services, Mother’s Day Fashion Show & Tea Friday, May 8 at 1:30pm.
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: https://www.kpciviccenter.org/livable-community-fair-2026.html
Life After Loss-Grief Support Group Monday, May 11, 12:00pm at The Mustard Seed Project.
Tacoma Pro-Bono will be at KPCS Tuesday, May 12, 10:00am-12:00pm, and at TMSP 1:00pm-3:00pm. No appointment necessary, first come-first served.
Sunnycrest Nursery Farmers Market is accepting applications for vendors to participate. If you’re interested email them for a packet at Sunnycrestnursery@yahoo.com. All applications must be received by May 15th.
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
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
Food 4 All Grand Opening Garden Party Saturday, July 11, 10:00am-2:00pm. Join them in celebrating the launch of the Cooperative Farm Stand at their new property, 15717 88th St. NW, Lakebay. Enjoy: delicious food & drinks, Locally grown Farm Stand produce, Fun & Games for all ages, and a Silent auction. Also, volunteers are needed. Harvest Season opens July 11th. For additional information: info@food-4-all.org
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
The 2nd Saturday of every month is FREE admission for all visitors to Harbor History Museum in Gig Harbor. For additional information: https://harborhistorymuseum.org/
Gig Parade Safety Zoom Meeting Tuesday, May 12. This is a mandatory zoom meeting for any group wanting to participate. Please make sure that you or a member of your team attends as they will be taking attendance. Only need to attend one of the following meetings: 12:00pm-1:00pm or 2:00pm-3:00pm Pacific Time – Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89877305480?pwd=5LSZktfuSIOw78GYC9puHfh7Zy0zIS.1
Meeting ID: 898 7730 5480 Passcode: LuvAparade
Disaster First Aid Class Saturday, May 16, 8:30am-5:00pm at Pierce County Emergency Management EOC – 2501 South 35th Street, Suite D, Tacoma, WA 98409. This is a FREE training but must register to attend. For additional information and to register: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8810288/Disaster-First-Aid-Registration-Form-May-16-2026.
Thriving Generation presents – Raising Kids in the Smartphone Age: Creating Healthy Boundaries for Thriving Families Thursday, May 21, 6:30pm-8:00pm at Swift Elementary. Parents will leave with: A clear understanding of what research says about screens and teen mental health, practical routines for reducing conflict at home, age-appropriate guidelines for phones and social media, a simple framework for creating healthy boundaries, and ideas to help teens build a life bigger than their screen. For additional information and to sign-up: https://peninsulathrivinggeneration.org/smartphone-age-workshop
FAQ’s: None this Week
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