Community Update November 20, 2024
Community Updates
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
KP Community Council Coffee Hour at the KPC office on Thursday, November 21 from 11:00am-12:00pm. keypencouncil@gmail.com (kpconnects.org)
The Key Free Clinic on Thursday, November 21 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)
The Children’s Advocacy Center of Pierce County presents Protecting Your Children: Sexual Abuse Prevention Education at Key Peninsula Middle School on Thursday, November 21 from 4:30pm-7:00pm. Hosted by Communities In Schools of Peninsula. Content is for adults 18+. C:\Users\Admin Assistant\Desktop\464473241_941199868046355_893481727382632400_n.jpg
Key Peninsula Council and Key Peninsula Safety Committee will meet on Thursday, November 21 at the Key Center Fire Station from 6:30pm-7:30pm. Key Peninsula Community Calendar – Key Peninsula Council
Emergency Preparedness at the Key Center Civic Center. The discussion topic is Winter Preparedness on the Key Peninsula. This meeting will be held at the Key Peninsula Civic Center on Thursday, November 21 from 7:00pm-8:30pm. Emergency Prep – KEY PENINSULA CIVIC CENTER
The Mustard Seed Project is hosting Crafternoon on Tuesday, November 26 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Bring your own craft to work on or create one that is provided. Contact to reserve your spot. 253-884-9814 tmspinfo@themustardseedproject.org Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
Recurring Key Peninsula Events:
No Tears Tech Help at the Key Center Library meeting room. Held on Wednesdays, November 20 and 27 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 Community Services will host a Medicare Help meeting on Wednesday, November 27 at 12:30pm. 11_November_2024_newsletter.pdf
Washington State Parks has an upcoming Discover Pass Free day. This will be on Friday, November 29. For day use only, no free overnight camping. Discover Pass, WA – Official Website | Official Website
Key Pen It Merry Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at the KC Corral on Sunday, December 1 from 3:00pm-6:30pm.
Career Exploration Workshop with Goodwill at the Key Center Library. This will be held on December 4 from 11:30-1:00pm. Explore how your interests and talents align with career opportunities in Pierce County. Events – Pierce County Library System
The Mustard Seed Project will be hosting a Mammogram Clinic on Thursday, December 5 from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Call Mardi Landry of Community Health Care at 253-592-8863 to set up an appointment. Have your insurance information when you call. Calendar | The Mustard Seed Project
KP Kids meeting on Thursday, December 5 at 11:00am. This meeting will cover November and December. This is held at the Mustard Seed Project (downstairs). (piercecac.org)
Key Center Job Fair with WorkSource at the Key Center Library will be held on December 5 from 2:00pm-5:00pm. Adults 18+ will meet employers in government, production, service, and more. Events – Pierce County Library System
Key Peninsula Lutheran Church will host The Community Christmas Celebration on Saturday, December 7 from 5:00pm-8:30pm. This event benefits charities and organizations that serve the Key Peninsula and surrounding communities. Home – Kplutheran Com
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
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
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
Teen Mental Health First Aid Winter Summit will be held at Clover Park Technical College on Thursday, November 21 from 4:30pm-7:30pm. Provided by TPCHD, register by November 7. email cchandler@tpchd.org teen Mental Health First Aid – Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
“Robin Hood and the Trial for Truth” student production at Peninsula High School November 21-23. Showtimes and tickets available at www.purplepass.com Peninsula High School – Home.
Chum Walk at the Donkey Creek Park on Saturday, November 23 from 11:00am-2:00pm. This event celebrates the return of salmon to our local waters and is sponsored by Harbor WildWatch. Donkey Creek Chum Walk – Harbor WildWatch
Volunteer Opportunities: Holiday Village at Donkey Creek Park. The Holiday Village construction November 25- December 3. Photos with Santa December 14 and 15, December 21 and 22. Visit the website for information and to sign up. Holidays in the Harbor | GigHarbor Downtown Waterfront
Gig Harbor Thanksgiving Basket Brigade located at Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum will be held on November 26 and 27. This group provides food baskets to local and military families in need. Volunteers may help gather food, pack baskets and make deliveries. For details and to sign up, check out the website, (gigharborfoundation.org).
Gig Harbor Turkey Trot 5K will be held on Thursday, November 28 at 8:00am. This will begin at the Gig Harbor Post Office on Judson Street. Gig Harbor Turkey Trot 5K | Key Peninsula News
PHS Winterfest at Peninsula High School on Saturday, November 30, 9:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, December 1, 11:00am-4:00pm. This is a craft and vendor fair benefiting Peninsula High School. $5 admission fee. Peninsula High School – Home
Puget Sound Grantwriters Association will hold a Funders Forum on Friday, December 6 from 9:00am-11:45am on Zoom. This is a great opportunity to hear directly from foundation and corporate funders about their giving guidelines, focus, processes, and any recent changes to their giving practices. Confirmed Funders | 14th Annual PSGA South Sound Funders Forum
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.
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