Community Update December 11, 2024
Community Updates
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
DSHS Mobile Office will be at Key Peninsula Community Services on Wednesday, December 11 from 10:00am-2:00pm. Drop off paperwork, complete a review, make changes to an existing case and/or request an EBT card. Washington Connection (Your Link to Services)
The Mustard Seed Project is hosting Santa for Seniors Wednesday, December 11 from 11:00am-1:00pm. Join for a delicious holiday meal, gifts, music and fun! This is a free event for seniors (60+) on the Key Peninsula. Call (253) 884-9814 to reserve a spot. Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
Gig Harbor Key Peninsula Housing & Homeless Coalition meeting, Thursday, December 12 from 10:00am-11:00am. Meeting ID: 897 9376 3452 Passcode: housing Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89793763452?pwd=vzanfoylFQzqm7fa8wCeqrvWFd9f5Q.1
MultiCare WIC Clinic, Nutrition Program at the Key Center Library. Held on Thursday, December 12 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
Caroling at the Mustard Seed Village on Friday, December 13 at 2:30pm. Please meet at the Crandall Center and bring your holiday spirit and wear a festive hat or scarf, if you have one. Call for more information, 253-884-2216 or email at volunteers@themustardseedproject.org. The Mustard Seed Project | The Mustard Seed Project
Key Peninsula Fire Department Santa Sleigh at Evergreen Elementary on Friday, December 13, Minter Creek Elementary Sunday, December 15 and at Vaughn Elementary on Friday, December 20 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Come visit with Santa and bring your camera for a photo. HOME | Key Peninsula Fire
Friends of the Key Center Library will host Happy Holiday Crafts on Saturday, December 14 from 11:00am-1:00pm. Make gnomes, woven heart decorations and more, materials provided. Events – Pierce County Library System
Key Pen Parks & KP Fire Department Santa in the Park Event will be held on Saturday, December 14 at Gateway Park from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Selfies with Santa – KEY PEN PARKS
CLARIFICATION – This is a closed event for children living in the Evergreen Elementary school boundary. Longbranch Improvement Club is hosting a Holiday Event on Sunday, December 15 from 1:00pm-4:00pm. There will be pictures with Santa, hot chocolate, crafts and a gift. Events | Kp Lic
Key Center Library Baby Party will be held on Tuesday, December 17 from 10:00am-11:00am. This is for babies and their caregivers, age 0-2. Enjoy an informal time to read, play, explore and make new friends. Events – Pierce County Library System
The Mustard Seed Project will host Holiday Crafternoon Tuesday, December 17 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Enjoy an afternoon of cookie decorating. Reserve your spot, call 253-884-9814 or email tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org. https://themustardseedproject.org/calendar/
Recurring Key Peninsula Events:
No Tears Tech Help at the Key Center Library meeting room. It will be held on Wednesday, December 18 from 10:00am-1:00pm. Help for adults with tech questions. Call 253-548-3309 to book an appointment. (mypcls.org)
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. Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
Key Peninsula Council Coffee Hour will be held on Thursday, December 19 from 11:00am-12:00pm at the Council Office in Key Center. Email keypencouncil@gmail.com Key Peninsula Community Calendar – Key Peninsula Council
The Key Free Clinic on Thursday, December 19 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 Services will be closed beginning Friday, December 20 at 12:00pm and will reopen on Thursday, January 2. KPCS
The 5th Annual Home for the Holidays Light Parade will be on Saturday, December 21 at 6:30pm on A street in Home. Key Peninsula Community Calendar – Key Peninsula Council https://keypennews.org/stories/home-for-the-holidays-light-parade,6085
Two Waters Art Alliance will hold a Juried Art Show at the Mustard Seed Project. Applications due Monday, December 23, art show will be held from Thursday, January 2 through Friday, February 28. More information is found at Two Waters Arts Alliance or call Patty Finnigan at 253-313-6054.
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
Holiday Village at Donkey Creek Park will be December 7- December 28 and photos with Santa, December 14 and 15, December 21 and 22. Visit the website for information. Holidays in the Harbor | GigHarbor Downtown Waterfront
Heron’s Key of Gig Harbor Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 12 from 10:00am-11:00am. There will be guided tours of model and resident apartment homes. Email stacye@heronskey.org https://www.heronskey.org/event/holiday-open-house-10-am/
Peninsula Community Chorus, It’s the Holiday Season Concert held at Peninsula High School on Saturday, December 14 at 3:00pm. Contact the website for more information. https://peninsulacommunitychorus.com/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=887914 https://keypennews.org/stories/its-the-holiday-season-concert,8642
Tacoma Community College, Gig Harbor, Let’s Learn English upcoming class. Contact Connie Huerta at chuerta@tacomacc.edu or call 253-566-5375 or text 510-606-5546. Classes will be held January 6-March 17, 2025.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Stroke Support Group. Zoom meetings on First Tuesday of the month, https://chifranciscan.zoom.us/j/3998119479 meeting ID: 970 1710 0217 with passcode 163322. For more information contact Ami Roy at (206) 287-6056 or Ami.Roy@commonspirit.org. Two in-person meetings in Tacoma or Silverdale. Email staff at stroke.vmfh.org. stroke-support-group.pdf
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FAQ’s:
What are 3 things to do to make the holidays healthier?
- Stay active: Spend time doing activities that keep you moving. This could be chores around the house, shopping in person or trying a new exercise.
- Eat and drink healthy: Plan your meals that include lean protein, vegetables and are appropriately portioned with water included.
- Plan activities that don’t include food: You could go for a walk, do a craft or meet friends to play a boardgame.
You can find more ideas at: How to Have Healthier Holidays in 1-2-3! | Healthy Weight and Growth | CDC
