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What's Up With Biz? Shop Local!

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The "What's Up With Biz? Shop Local! " event will take place on June 3, 2025, at Chambers Bay Golf Course, showcasing local businesses and their offerings. Categories represented include Food & Drink, Dining Out, and Travel, aiming to engage the community in supporting local commerce. Organizers emphasize the importance of such events in fostering local economic growth and community spirit.

Attendees will have opportunities to explore various products and services while enjoying a day out. This initiative comes at a crucial time as communities work to recover from the economic impacts of the pandemic. Local businesses play a vital role in creating jobs and sustaining neighborhoods. The event is expected to draw a diverse crowd, reinforcing the notion that supporting local enterprises strengthens community ties. Participating businesses are hopeful for increased visibility and customer engagement.

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Writing Workshop Bewilderment by Richard Powers

Local poet Jessica J. Bloodsaw leads a writing workshop titled "Emotional Ecosystems: From Forests to Galaxies" at the University Place Library, exploring how emotions interact with various environments. The workshop, part of the Big Read program featuring Richard Powers' book "Bewilderment," aims to address the challenges of conveying environmental truths to children.

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Election Day is next Tuesday, Nov. 4

University Place residents can vote on several local positions and measures on November 4. Early voting is available at a designated ballot drop-off location, while in-person voting hours will be extended on November 3 and 4. Voters can find additional information in the Pierce County Official Voters' Pamphlet.