Tacoma
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Farmer’s Markets near Joint Base Lewis-McChord
It's unbelievable how many Farmers Markets there are in our area. We are so spoiled to have such good options for fresh produce! We have quite a few to choose from so I'm going to give you the down low on each of them
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Date Night Restaurants in Tacoma
Of course we all love our kiddos, but sometimes it's nice to have a dinner without tantrums, begging them to eat, and listening to Mickey Mouse Clubhouse playing on your phone. So here's some restaurants I recommend for date nights in the Tacoma (in no particular order)!
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Things to do in the Tacoma Museum District
The Museum district of Tacoma is primarily located on Pacific Avenue. There are quite a few museums to choose from and plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and stores to browse. Conveniently located next to public transportation and lots of parking lots, this is a happening area. There are lots of students around since the campus is also located here.
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Things to do in the Tacoma Stadium District
Tacoma is much bigger than I expected it to be, but ever since we moved here it keeps drawing me back. It is made up of quite a few districts. There is tons to see and do inside each area so I'm going to share a few of my favorites inside the Stadium District!
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Pretty Gritty Tours: Stadium High School Tour
Walking around Tacoma you'll spot this gorgeous old castle-esque building and wonder what it is. Though it wasn't mean to be, it is actually a public high school! Stadium High School is most recognized by its role in the 1999 hit movie "10 Things I Hate About You" with Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger. We got to go inside the school and explore the attics, basement, and hear the history. Here's what we thought about our Stadium High Tour with Pretty Gritty Tours!
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Where to Eat and Shop in the Proctor District of Tacoma
The Proctor district of Tacoma is an up and coming neighborhood with lots to do. It is a neat area with shops and restaurants, oh and fish. It's funny because I feel like every city has some type of animal statue throughout the city, and for Tacoma, it's Salmon. You can find differently decorated versions in all the districts of Tacoma
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Pretty Gritty Tours: Tacoma Sweets Tour
Yall know me, I'm a fan of sweets and a big foodie. So I was ecstatic to learn there was a Sweets Tour in Tacoma and couldn't wait to try it out.
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Exploring the Old Town district of Tacoma
Old Town" Tacoma is actually where the town started. This area is small but fiercely beautiful. It's on the outskirts of the hustle and bustle of downtown. Here you'll find old houses full of charm and a view of the Puget sound for miles.
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Shopping Antique Row in Tacoma
You can find tons of Antique and vintage shops around the area. If you want to hit a ton of shops without having to find another parking space then Antique Row is where you need to go.
