Community Updates
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
Key Center Library: Wednesday, March 25 – Story Time for Babies 10:15am-11:15am, Narwhal and Jelly Book Party! -a Ready Reader program 4:00pm-5:00pm; Thursday, March 26 – Story Time for Mixed Ages 11:15am-12:15pm, Resin Bookmarks -a Teen Creative Space program 3:00pm-4:30pm; Friday, March 27 – Play Time 1:00pm-2:00pm.
Charlotte the Community Health worker with KP Partnership will be at KP Community Services Wednesday, March 25 at 1:00pm to help navigate and connect resources.
Also, at KP Community Services ADHD/PTSD Support Group Thursday, March 16, 3:00pm. This is a weekly meeting. Join others in this judge-free space for peer support and helpful strategies.
KP Kids meeting on Thursday, March 26 at 10:00am at The Red Barn Youth Center. This is a NEW permanent time and permanent location.
KP Community Council – Coffee Hour Thursday, March 26, 11:00am. The speaker will be Melody Williams to discuss Public Safety.
Relatives Raising Kids at KP Lutheran Church Thursday, March 26, 6:00pm.
Join Councilmember Robyn Denson at The Mustard Seed Project on Friday, March 27. Enjoy lunch at 11:00am-11:30pm (at your own expense), then a group discussion in the conference room 11:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
Foot Care Clinic at The Mustard Seed Project Thursday, April 2, 11:00am. Call to reserve your appointment today, 253-884-9814. Need a ride? Call to reserve a ride on their wheelchair accessible shuttle.
Community Dementia Classes at The Mustard Seed Project Tuesdays, April 7-May 12, 11:15am-12:15pm. Sponsored by Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources. For additional information: (253) 884-9814, tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org
An Orca Afternoon Saturday, April 18, 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Whitmore Room at KP Civic Center. This is a fundraiser for the sculpture at Gateway Park. NW Orca Network Co-Director is excited to meet Key Peninsula residents to connect and discuss sightings around the KP. You will hear about Orcas behavior, their intelligence and see her photos/videos . In Addition their sculptor will talk about how he will create the orca sculpture in Gateway Park , show photos of previous work, and do a sculpting demo….. Plus more amazing photography by local resident. Refreshments, Raffle, Door Prize and Silent auction. All for an entrance donation of $20.00.
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
Uptown Easter Egg Hunt Saturday March 28, 10:00-11:00am. Take the kids and hop over to the Uptown courtyard. Thousands of colorful eggs will be hidden and ready to be discovered, so be sure to arrive early with your baskets! Selfies with the Easter Bunny start at 9:15 am. Located Uptown Gig Harbor Shopping Center courtyard between Soma and Chico’s.
Raising Kids in the Smartphone Age: Creating Healthy Boundaries for Thriving Families Thursday, May 21 at Swift Elementary, 6:30-8:00 PM. 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. To sign-up: https://peninsulathrivegeneration.org/events
FAQ’s:
Did you hear KP Civic Center’s Friday Night Skate was in Tacoma News Tribune on March 16, 2026?
Friday night skate has long been a cherished tradition in the community, but few realize it has been going strong for 50 years.
When the Civic Center nearly ran out of usable skates, they were connected with Bont, a premier skate manufacturer based in Australia, which generously donated 70 pairs of skates. Community members also stepped up, sponsoring boxes and helping cover shipping costs. The total value of the donation was approximately $25,000.
Today, Skate Night regularly draws around 150 kids, offering an affordable and fun activity for local families. Admission is $6 per child, and parents can skate for free when accompanying their children—skate rental included.
**To read the article, here is the link: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nhl/beloved-pierce-county-skate-night-brings-150-kids-affordable-fun-on-fridays/ar-AA1YKbTE?ocid=BingNewsSerp
Friday Night Skate Night at KP Civic Center Friday, March 27. K-3rd grade, 6:00pm-7:00pm & K-8th grade 7:00pm-9:00pm. Runs almost every Friday. They do follow the school schedule.
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