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First jail in Washington
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STEILACOOM HISTORICAL MARKER - Near the intersection of Rainier & Balch Streets is this historical marker. It reads: "Site of First Washington Jail built of brick 1858 used for county, state, federal prisoners Razed 1944. Erected 1962 Pierce County Pioneers Historical Ass'n." Photo by Dave Sclair.
Elizabeth Poinsett: 99 and counting
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Elizabeth Poinsett with sons Joel and John.
By Becky Huber, President
Lakewood Historical Society
The halls of Thornewood Castle rang with laughter, lively conversation and music on Wednesday night as a host of family and friends celebrated Elizabeth Poinsett’s 99th birthday. I’m sure this was a momentous event for the Lakewood landmark that has hosted countless celebrations in its one hundred year history. Current owners, Wayne and Deanna Robinson, have lovingly restored and decorated the estate to its original condition, operating it as a bed and breakfast and hosting special occasions such as this one.
Generous measures of hugs and kisses were freely dispensed to “Betty” as she greeted her numerous well wishers. She “held court” attired in a royal purple pantsuit and wearing an exotic orchid corsage and a pink flashing “Birthday Girl” tiara. After everyone was assembled a digital photo slide show was presented highlighting her life ending with the singing of “Happy Birthday”. Cake and punch were served by Snuffin’s Catering. Entertainment followed with a lively rendition of the hula to the music of “Pearly Shells” with Elizabeth at the center of the group, reminiscent of her trips to Hawaii. Read More→
Sharry O’Hare honored for 50 years on Tacoma stage
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By Lynn Geyer
Lakewood resident Sharry O’Hare is being honored by Tacoma Little Theatre and scores of her friends and previous theatre companions for her 50 years of dedication to theatre.
O’Hare first appeared on the local theatre scene in 1960 in “Carousel” at the Fort Lewis Playhouse. The prolific singer/actress has since been in more than 97 plays and musicals at theatres including Lakewood Playhouse, Pierce College Theatre, Tacoma Little Theatre, Tacoma Musical Playhouse, The Renton and Bellevue Civic Theatres, Burien Theatre Live, The Bob Denver and the Falstaff Dinner Theatres as well as Olympia and Seattle theatres, including the Seattle Civil Light Opera.
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Jim Oliver to Teach Photography at Lakewold Gardens
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LAKEWOOD, WA – Lakewold Gardens is very pleased to announce its partnership with local photographer Jim Oliver. Oliver will teach an introductory photography course specific to garden photography on Wednesdays from March 24th – April 28th from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm at Lakewold. This course is geared to the individual who has taken a few photos and would like to learn and practice new techniques, and what better place to practice your photography skills than at the beautiful gardens.
This unique format and setting will provide participants with an introduction to composition, balance, and light – then allow time to venture into the gardens to apply their new skills. Escape from the daily grind and spend a few hours a week exploring the gardens and garden photography. This is truly a wonderful opportunity for photographers at any level.
The fee for this class is $200 for members of Lakewold and $225 for non-members. Participants will need to bring their own digital camera and camera accessories. For more information about the class, required supplies, or to register for this class please contact Amanda Wood at 253.584.4106, x108. For more information about Jim Oliver please visit www.jimoliverphotography.com.
Letter: One proud dad
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Savannah Sclair holding her donation.
Two-and-one-half years ago my daughter Savannah got a short start-of-school haircut. Soon after the school year began she learned of a program called Locks of Love which “provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children in the United States and Canada under age 21 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis.”
At the time, Savannah was just starting 3rd grade at a new school. On her own she decided she wanted to grow her hair to donate it to Locks of Love. She learned the program required 10 inches of hair tip-to-tip, so she knew this would be a long endeavor. Pretty heady stuff for an 8-year-old. Fast forward to last Saturday, and Savannah was ready, in more ways than one to get a haircut.
So after two-and-one-half years, of washing, rinsing, snarls, tangles, and endless brushing the locks came off. To set a lofty goal at such a young age, and follow through has left me in awe.
Savannah! Congratulations! I love you and am so very proud of you.
Love,
Dad (aka Ben Sclair, Publisher)
P.S. Have something you are proud of? Send it to this proud dad at editor@thesubtimes.com. It has to be about someone or something from our coverage area (DuPont, Fircrest, Lakewood, Steilacoom and University Place).
Savannah before her haircut.
Students experience the ‘good old days’ in Steilacoom
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Early in the morning of Jan. 12 two dozen Saltar’s Point Elementary school 4th graders toured the former home of Nathaniel Orr. More than 250 4th graders were scheduled to tour the property during the next three weeks.
An early Steilacoom resident, Orr played many parts in the Town on the Sound, including serving as clerk of the first school district (Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1) established in the county.
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Happy Anniversary to Harry and Joyce Goeller
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Harry and Joyce Goeller will celebrate their 72nd wedding anniversary this month. They are residents of Patriots Landing in DuPont. A bit of background on these lovebirds: Read More→
North Gate road open
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North Gate Road is open. The “short cut” or “back way” from Steilacoom and DuPont to Lakewood has been closed for the last 45, or so, days.
SHS celebrates Coach Wusterbarth’s 25th season and honors 1995 grad Nick Brown
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By John Cohen
It was a triple celebration on Dec. 26 at Steilacoom High School. The yearly holiday basketball game marked SHS coach Gary Wusterbarth’s 25th year of coaching at the school.
It also marked the 15th year for the post-holiday basketball game when SHS basketball alums return to prove they “still have it”—despite some players being away from competitive basketball for more than a few years.
The event began with a fashion show of sorts. Current high school students modeled men’s basketball uniforms worn throughout Coach Wusterbarth’s career at the school (above).
Before the court action began, “Wustie” introduced alumni players, some of whom traveled from as far away as Pennsylvania and Massachusetts to participate in the night’s contest. In the course of the action, athletes put on an impressive show of talent; playing two 20-minute halves.
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Stars honor officers at Steilacoom High
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Four stars created by Steilacoom High School student, Dallas Granger, to honor the four fallen Lakewood police officers hangs at main the entrance of the school.
Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Steilacoom
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Santa and Mrs. Claus at Steilacoom's Santa's Sleigh Visit on Friday evening, Dec. 18th! Santa's helpers gave out many gifts and candy canes to scores of children lining the streets of Steilacoom waiting for a glimpse of Ole Saint Nick...Merry Christmas to all!
Lakewood Rotary sponsored candidate earns Rotary World Peace Fellowship
Posted by | CommentsMichael Poffenberger, a graduate of Puyallup High School and the University of Notre Dame, has been awarded a Rotary World Peace Fellowship by the trustees of The Rotary Foundation. The Fellowship is one of only 50 granted annually for Master’s degree programs at five different universities around the world.
Poffenberger was sponsored for the unique scholarship by the Rotary Club of Lakewood and Rotary District 5020. His parents live in Edgewood, near Tacoma.
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