Fircrest FIT Week
2022-06-27 09:00 - 2022-07-01 17:00, 2022-06-28 09:00 - 2022-07-02 17:00, 2022-06-29 09:00 - 2022-07-03 17:00, 2022-06-30 09:00 - 2022-07-04 17:00, 2022-07-01 09:00 - 2022-07-05 17:00, 2022-07-02 09:00 - 2022-07-06 17:00, 2022-07-03 09:00 - 2022-07-07 17:00, 2022-07-04 09:00 - 2022-07-08 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 11 more dates | Fircrest Park, 555 Contra Costa Ave, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
Come join us for a week of FREE Fitness in the Park! We’ve gathered fitness leaders from across our area to bring you a fun variety of classes to experience. Whether you work out daily or don’t exercise at all, we have something for you.
Our goal is to introduce you to resources that will help you reach your fitness potential and become a stronger, healthier you. To make it even better, we’re doing it all outdoors!
Fircrest FIT Week happens Monday, July 19 through Friday, July 23, 2021. Classes are offered at 8:30 am, 9 am or 5 pm. Class locations include Fircrest Park Pavilion; Edwards Aquatic Center Pool or Patio; and the Tennis Courts on Electron Street.
Here are a few additional details:

You must register for the cla
sses you wish to take.
Fill out the form by following this link https://form.jotform.com/FircrestParksandRec…/fircrest-fit
Sign up for as many classes as you’d like!
Class descriptions, along with date and time are listed on the registration form.
All classes are FREE.
Classes are open to anyone.
A waiver form is required to participate.
Please check in 10-15 minutes before class begins.
Bring a mat or towel for any class that requires floor work.
Instructors will have information about their gym and the additional classes they teach. This will be available at the info table before and after their class.
Light snacks, water and coffee will be provided after the morning classes by our SUPPORTING SPONSORS. Please stop by and say thanks to our sponsors for supporting our event.

If you’re a Fircrest resident, you will receive a Fircrest FIT racing buff. * Just show your ID (driver’s license) for proof of residency when you check in for your class.
In addition to the structured classes, we encourage you to enjoy an evening walk with other community members. Meet up at the Fircrest Park Pavilion at 7 pm each evening for a casual stroll around Fircrest. This will be a fun opportunity to meet others that enjoy walking.

For more information, please contact Judy at jschmidtke@cityoffircrest.net.

* Must be a Fircrest resident to receive a buff. One per person. While supplies last.

City Council Regular Meeting
2022-06-28 19:00 - 22:30, 2022-07-12 19:00 - 22:30 UTC | Fircrest City Hall, 115 Ramsdell Street, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 PM at the City Hall, 115 Ramsdell Street. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. City Hall is accessible to disabled persons. Interpreters, signers or other auxiliary aids will be provided upon five business days advance notice.
For More Information:
City Clerk
115 Ramsdell Street
Fircrest WA 98466
Phone: 253-564-8901
Review the Agenda

34th Annual FIRCREST PICNIC & ROD RUN
2022-07-03 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fircrest Park, 555 Contra Costa Ave, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
Presented by:
Fircrest Towing & Fircrest Parks & Recreation
Date: Sunday, July 3, 2022
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Location: Fircrest Park
FREE for Spectators to Attend
Vehicle Registration $20
Online Registration Now Closed.
Food will be available for purchase on-site.
Dash plaques / Music / Prizes
Open to all special interest vehicles.

Limited to the first 300 cars. Check in at 7AM
Vehicle Registration Cost: $20
All sales are final. Show is rain or shine.
You must provide your driver’s license when checking in at the show registration area.
No glass. No burnouts.

For more information contact Judy Schmidkte, Community Event Specialist at jschmidtke@cityoffircrest.net

Independence Day - City Offices Closed
2022-07-04 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | WA
City offices closed in observance of the holiday.

Thelma Gilmur Park Habitat Stewardship Work Party
2022-07-04 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Thelma Gilmur Park, 1404 Evergreen Dr.,, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States

City Council Study Session
2022-07-04 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fircrest City Hall, 115 Ramsdell Street, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
The City Council Study Sessions meet at 6:00 PM at the City Hall, 115 Ramsdell Street. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. City Hall is accessible to disabled persons. Interpreters, signers or other auxiliary aids will be provided upon five business days advance notice.
For More Information:
City Clerk
115 Ramsdell Street
Fircrest WA 98466
Phone: 253-564-8901
Review the Agenda

Planning Commission Meeting
2022-07-05 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Fircrest City Hall, 115 Ramsdell Street, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
The Planning Commission meets at the City Hall on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM (except for the August meeting which is the third Tuesday). The Planning Commission is appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council to do the following:

Act as a research and fact-finding agency for the city, as requested or required by the city council;
May participate in the activities of regional planning commissions;
Study, promulgate, develop and make recommendations on updates to the comprehensive plan;
Process and hear all requests for zoning, rezoning or variances, grant or deny requests for variance, make reports and recommendations to the council regarding any proposed plat or subdivision and recommend to the city council changes in the city ordinance law relating to any of such matters.

For more information:
Planning Administrator
planning@cityoffircrest.net
115 Ramsdell Street
Fircrest WA 98466
253-564-8901.
Review the Agenda
Staff Reports

Planning Commission Meeting
2022-07-05 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fircrest City Hall, 115 Ramsdell Street, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
The Planning Commission meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM (except for the August meeting which is the third Tuesday). The Planning Commission is appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council to do the following:

Act as a research and fact-finding agency for the city, as requested or required by the city council;
May participate in the activities of regional planning commissions;
Study, promulgate, develop and make recommendations on updates to the comprehensive plan;
Process and hear all requests for zoning, rezoning or variances, grant or deny requests for variance, make reports and recommendations to the council regarding any proposed plat or subdivision and recommend to the city council changes in the city ordinance law relating to any of such matters.

For more information:
planning@cityoffircrest.net
115 Ramsdell Street
Fircrest WA 98466
253-564-8902
Review the Agenda

FIRCREST FUN DAYS
2022-07-15 17:00 - 2022-07-16 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fircrest Park, 555 Contra Costa Ave, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
Commencement Bank
and Fircrest Parks and Recreation Presents:
FIRCREST FUN DAYS!

July 15 & 16, 2022
Fircrest Park
FRIDAY FUN
5PM – Photo Ops & Island Games
8PM – ISLAND BREEZE Entertainment – Voted the Best of West Hawaii since 2000. Featuring spectacular Samoan Fireknife dance.
SATURDAY FUN
7:30AM – HIIT Class – Fircrest Field
8AM – YOGA in the Park – Fircrest Field
9AM – F4K – Furry 4K – Ron Russo Pavilion
10AM – Tacomarama – Community Center Plaza Steps
10:15AM – Jr. Viks Cheer – Kid Zone Stage
10:30AM – FURcrest Pet Parade – Around the Park
11AM- Reptile Man – Ron Russo Pavilion
12PM – Pie Contest Winners Announced – Community Center MP Room
12:30PM – Studio Moves Dance Team – Kid Zone Stage
2PM – The Fabulous Murphtones – Ron Russo Pavilion
2:00PM – Watermelon Eating Contest
4PM – Tacoma Musical Playhouse – Honors Camp – Footloose – Kid Zone Stage
5PM – BroHaMm in Concert – Ron Russo Pavilion
8PM – Kim Archer in Concert – Ron Russo Pavilion
10PM – Fireworks!!! – The sky above Fircrest Park

The Curious Bear
Kids Zone
SATURDAY KIDS ZONE FUN!
10AM-6PM – Lawn Games
10AM-6PM – Story Time Tent with Princesses & Super Heroes by Magic In the PNW
10AM-2PM – Tiny Tots Train by Regents Railway Express, Espresso Yourself, Spring Lake, Evergreen Home Loans The Roffee Team, and Pediatrics NW
1PM-3PM – Kids Makers Market
Balloon Artists, Face Painting Spin Art, Sweet Treats and more all day long with Entertainment Masters
10:15AM – Vikings Community Cheerleading – Kids Zone Stage
12:30PM – Studio Moves Dance – Kids Zone Stage
2:00PM – Watermelon Eating Contest – Signup begins at 12noon at the Kids Zone Stage – Contest by Rick & Sue Little & Sterino Farms
4:00PM – Tacoma Music Playhouse Honors Camp – Footloose – Kids Zone Stage
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FRIDAY ACTIVITIES:
Commencement Bank and Fircrest Golf Club Presents
Fircrest Fun Days Friday

Friday, July 15th
Ron Russo Pavilion
Fircrest Park
5PM-7PM – Photo Ops & Island Games
8PM-10PM – Island Breeze Entertainment
On Friday evening, we are excited to introduce live music and dance by Island Breeze. Island Breeze Entertainment is a vibrant and enchanting show featuring live music and dance from the Pacific Islands! This phenomenal performance includes a troop of over 42 cast members with 12 costume changes. Hula Dancers, Ukulele Players, Steel Pan Drummers, Island Style Musicians AND a Fire & Knife dancer will make this a performance you’ll remember. The evening will also feature Island games and crafts. Bring a picnic dinner or grab a meal from the limited food trucks on site.

SATURDAY ACTIVITIES:
FUN DAYS Fircrest SENIOR’S Van

Catch a FREE van ride to Fircrest FUN DAYS! From your home to Fircrest Park and back again. July 16th from 10AM-9PM.
Call (253) 888-0585 to schedule your pickup time.
Must be 65 years or older
Your home must be within Fircrest City limits
Must be able to move in and out of the van without assistance.

Artisan & Maker Vendor Booths – Fircrest Field – 10AM-8PM
Fircrest FUN DAYS KIDS’ MAKER Market

KIDS’ MAKER MARKET at Fircrest FUN DAYS!
Fircrest FUN DAYS is now accepting applications for the new KIDS’ MAKER MARKET! You can reserve their spot now by following this link: https://form.jotform.com/Fir…/kid-maker-vendor-application
But first, a few details you should know.
The Kids’ Maker Market will happen at Fircrest FUN DAYS on July 16, 2022 from 1 pm – 3 pm at Fircrest Park. The Market will be located in the KID ZONE sponsored by The Curious Bear.

Commencement Bank and Fircrest Parks & Recreation Presents Live Music!

Live in Concert:
2PM – Fabulous Murphtones
5PM – BroHaMm
8PM- Kim Archer Band
Fircrest Park

Food Trucks
Bean Hut Espresso
Big Dawgs Hot Dogs
Bliss Small Batch Creamery
Burrito Boy
Carnival Time
Dotz Allergy Free Desserts
Fisher Scones
Flavorworks
Greedy Vegan
Kettle Corn Man
Lopez Cocinita Lab
Mother Hens Pit Stop
Nana’s Sweets and Treats
Squishy Pop Bubble Tea
Spring Lake Cafe
Starvin’ Marvin Jr.
Starvin’ Marvin Pizza
The Man BBQ Food Truck

Innovative Fitness
and Fircrest Parks & Rec Presents:
2022 Furry 4K
DATE: Saturday, July 16, 2022
START LOCATION: Fircrest Park Pavilion
START TIME: 9:00 a.m. on July 16.
Check-in and goody bags* available starting at 8:30 for our friends who need a little more time or space to participate.
REGISTRATION is required.
NO registration fee! Link to registration form: https://form.jotform.com/FircrestParksandRe…/2022-furry-4k
Thank you F4K Sponsors! Innovative Fitness, University Place Best Pet Grooming, Chopper’s Holistic Pet Food, Mudbay, Fircrest Kiwanis, and Wet Noses Dry Paws

Fircrest Kiwanis
Fircrest Parks & Recreation &
Choppers Holistic Pet Food Store Presents:
2022 FURcrest Pet Parade

CHECK-IN: Begins at 10 am at the Kid Zone Stage located by the Pool Party Room
LINE UP: 10:15 am
START TIME: 10:30 am
AWARD ANNOUNCEMENTS: 10:45 a.m. at the Ron Russo Park Pavilion
No cost to enter. Registration is required. Just follow this link: https://form.jotform.com/Fir…/furcrest-fun-days-pet-parade

Mimi’s Teas, The Crest Home, Bliss Creamery, and
Fircrest Parks & Recreation Presents:
FirCRUST PIE BAKE-OFF

Registration Required
Sign up for the FirCRUST Pie Bake-off at:
https://form.jotform.com/FircrestParksandRecreation/fircrust-pie-bake-off-registration
Thank you FirCRUST Pie Bake-Off Sponsors: Commencement Bank, Mimi’s Teas, Bliss Creamery,

Rick & Sue Little
and Sterino Farms Presents:
Watermelon Eating Contest

Watermelon Eating Contest:
The Curious Bear Kid Zone Stage 2PM
Sign ups are at The Curious Bear Kid Zone Stage at Noon!

Northwest Carriers, Inc.
and Fircrest Kiwanis Presents:
Fircrest FUN DAYS BEER GARDEN

Fircrest Park Tennis Courts
2PM-9PM
Must be 21 to Enter. ID Required.
Sig Brewing Co.
7 Seas Brewing Company
Discovery Cider Co.
Narrows Brewing Co.

Please drink responsibly.

Get ready to make your shopping list because this list of ARTISTS & MAKERS is sure to impress! We’ve included a link to their website, facebook page, etc. (if they have one) just to make it easy!
You can find their booth at Fircrest FUN DAYS on Saturday, July 16th from 10 am – 8 pm. See you at the Park!

529 DESIGN CO www.facebook.com/529DesignCo/
ARDOUR SISTERZ CANDLE www.ardoursisterzcandle.com
BANDANA BUDDIES www.bandanabuddiesshop.com
BeBe BASKETS Lebebebaskets@gmail.com
BROADWAY BAGS www.etsy.com/shop/BroadwayBags
BUDD’S GLASS Ethan Budd (@buddethan) • Instagram photos and videos
CHAPMAN ENTERPRISES www.etsy.com/your/shops/PeanutBella/tools/listings
DESIGNED BY MEG www.designedbymeg.com
ENTERTAINMENT MASTERS www.entertainmentmasters.net
FULL MOON RISING BODY CARE COMPANY Fmrbodycare.com
GAIA’S ROOTS, LLC https://www.etsy.com/shop/gaiasrootsllc/?etsrc=sdt
GMG CREATIONS https://www.facebook.com/gmgcreationswa/
HAPPY PLACE WOODWORKS 253 https://instagram.com/happy_place_woodworks253?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
HEIDISPARKLES https://www.facebook.com/HeidisSparkles
HIDDEN CREEK CRAFTS https://www.facebook.com/groups/251771894957013
MARTIN CRAFTS – woodwork
JENNY’S
JUICE IT UP NON BEVERAGE
JULIEANNE’S MOSAICS https://www.etsy.com/shop/JulieanneMosaics
KENJI’S CREATIONS AND CRAFTS https://www.facebook.com/KenjisCandy
LUMINOUS JEWELRY www.luminousjewelry.com
MORE THEN A DREAM https://www.facebook.com/Morethenadream/
NIGHTY NITES CO https://nighty-nites-co.myshopify.com/ https://www.facebook.com/novelideascreativeproducts/
RCP CERAMICS LLC https://www.rcpceramics.com
RUXGLASS
SEWING BY THE SOUND – handcrafted bags & totes
SHROOM BROTHERS https://shroombrothers.com
THE CORNER COTTAGE
THE CRAFTY SUCCULENTS
TRANSLATED LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY https://abperezphotography.com/
TWISTED SISTER STUDIO @twistedsisterstudio – Instagram
WEST COAST LASER DESIGN LLC www.westcoastlaserdesign.com
YARNY SUZIE @yarny_suzie (IG)

Special Thank You to our Sponsors for putting more FUN into Fircrest FUN DAYS!

Commencement Bank | Business + Personal | Tacoma, Enumclaw, Olympia, Auburn
The Curious Bear Toy & Book Shop – Tacoma Toy Store (curiousbeartoys.com)
Kiwanis Club of Fircrest
Northwest Carriers, Inc – Othello, WA Tacoma, WA Wenatchee, WA
INNOVATIVE FITNESS CLUBS – Let Us Be The Best Part of Your Day…Every Day!
up best pet grooming – Search (bing.com)
Chopper’s Holistic Pet Food (choppersholisticpetfood.com)
www.sterinofarms.com
Contact Us | Fircrest Children’s Dentistry – Fircrest, WA (fircrestchildrensdentistry.com)
espress-o-yourself.food-places.com
Fircrest Golf Club
About – Pediatrics Northwest (pedsnw.net)
Tacoma, Washington Office | Evergreen Home Loans
Westside Disposal :: Fircrest, Washington
Spring Lake Cafe in Fircrest, WA 98466 | Order American (Traditional) Breakfast & Brunch Near Me (netwaiter.com)
https://www.wetnosesdrypaws.com
The Crest Home – Plants, Gifts & Goods for Your Home
Mimi’s Teas in Fircrest (mimisteas.com)
icecreambliss.com
https://www.mudbay.com

FirCRUST PIE BAKE-OFF
2022-07-16 08:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fircrest Community Center, 555 Contra Costa Avenue, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
2nd Annual FirCRUST PIE BAKE-OFF
Do you like to bake pies? Do you have what it takes to bring home the Blue Ribbon? Or maybe even the Championship Title? Enter the 2nd Annual FirCRUST Pie Bake-Off and find out! Our Team of “Celebrity” judges are excited to sample and judge your speciality pie. Prizes and bragging rights included!
Sign up today! There’s NO registration fee.
DATE: Saturday, July 16, 2022
LOCATION: Fircrest Community Center
TIME:
8:00 – 9:30 am Deliver your pie
Location: Fircrest Community Center Multi-Purpose Room. Pies delivered after 9:30 am will not be accepted.
11:00 am Judging
12:00 noon Award Presentation
6:00 pm Pick-up pies / pie plates
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Thursday, July 14th at 5:00 pm
OFFICIAL RULES:

Pies entered in the contest may not contain raw or uncooked eggs
No professional bakers permitted
Pies must be 8-10” and home-made
Categories for pie judging will be determined the day of the event based on which pies are available for judging. Possible 8 Categories (but not limited to): Apple, Berry, Blackberry or Marion Berry, Peach, Nut, Meringue, Cherry, Vegan, GF, etc.
Please place baker’s name on bottom of your pie plate
8 Blue ribbons will be awarded, one per category AND one over-all Grand Champion ribbon
All winners will be announced at NOON at the Community Center Multi-Purpose Room. Please join us! (not required)
Winning pies will be displayed in the Multi-Purpose Room by the windows for viewing from the outside until Saturday at 6 pm
A list of award winners will be posted on the Fircrest FUN DAYS Facebook page
Names of the bakers will be revealed only after the judging process has concluded

JUDGING CRITERIA:
1) Over-all appearance
2) Texture and taste of crust and/or topping
3) Taste and consistency of the filling
Complete this on-line registration form OR deliver / mail a printed copy of the registration form to: Fircrest Community Center, 555 Contra Costa Ave, Fircrest WA 98466. No cost to enter.
ENTRY DEADLINE: Thursday, July 14 at 5 pm
Please include a copy of this registration form or your name, number and email address when submitting your pie on Saturday, July 16th.
No Entry Fee
Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fircrest FUN DAYS!
Fircrest FUN DAYS is back and it’s going to be bigger & better than ever before! All the Fircrest FUN happens on July 15th and 16th at Fircrest Park.
On Friday evening, we are excited to introduce live music and dance by Island Breeze. Island Breeze Entertainment is a vibrant and enchanting show featuring live music and dance from the Pacific Islands! This phenomenal performance includes a troop of over 40 cast members with 12 costume changes. Hula Dancers, Ukulele Players, Steel Pan Drummers and Island Style Musicians will make a performance you’ll remember. The evening will also feature Island games, crafts and food available for purchase.
On Saturday, July 16th, Fun Days will feature stages with live entertainment; bands; vendor booths; food trucks; beer garden; FirCRUST Pie Bake-off; Watermelon Eating Contest; train ride around the park; games; yoga in the park; face painting; kid zone; demonstrations and more. We are also excited to present the Kiwanis FURcrest Pet Parade and the 4th Annual Furry 4K Pet Walk. The event will conclude with a spectacular firework show on Saturday evening. All Fircrest events are family-friendly and community oriented.
QUESTIONS? Please contact Judy at jschmidtke@cityoffircrest.net
Just another FUN way to celebrate Fircrest FUN DAYS! Come join the FUN!

Special thanks to our generous sponsors: The Crest Home Store, BLISS Creamery, Classy Chassis and Mimi’s Tea.

FURRY 4K
2022-07-16 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fircrest Park, 555 Contra Costa Ave, Fircrest, WA, 98466, United States
FURRY 4K (F4K)
Do the Furry 4K with Fido or Fifi!!!
The F4K course is 4 kilometers (approximately), easy and enjoyable for all ages and ability levels. Water will be available on the course for both animal and human participants. To save on waste please bring your own cup/bowl/bottle!
DATE: Saturday, July 16, 2022
START LOCATION: Fircrest Park Pavilion
START TIME: 9:00 a.m. on July 16.
Check-in and goody bags* available starting at 8:30 for our friends who need a little more time or space to participate.
REGISTRATION is required.
NO registration fee! Link to registration form: https://form.jotform.com/FircrestParksandRe…/2022-furry-4k
Pet food donations (unopened) will be accepted at the start line.
Registration includes a goody bag*, lots of photo opportunities, and fun!
RULES OF PARTICIPATION:
Pets must be current on vaccinations
No aggressive pets
No female dogs in heat
No more than two beasts per adult human
Keep all pets on a 7-foot leash or shorter at all times (packs and strollers are OK)
No babies under the age of six months except for human babies
Please, clean up after your pet! Waste bags will be at the start line and water stops in case you forget.
Run or walk the course only if you and your pet are in adequate physical condition
Strollers are welcome on the course
Depending on the number of registrants, you may be asked to organize at the start line according to speed, so our pet cheetahs can get going and going fast.
* while supplies last
Please take lots of photos at the event and post on your social media with #fircrestfurry4K #fircrestfundays2022
Questions: Please contact Judy at jschmdtke@cityoffircrest.net.
SEE YOU AT THE PARK!
