Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound Partners with Comcast

Boys & Girls Clubs Receives $50k Grant to Support Power Hour Program Available at Eight Club Locations, Including Gig Harbor

Parents Say Kids Would Choose WiFi Over Top Toy on Holiday List

64% Of Parents Say Their Kids Would Choose a Month of WiFi Access Over the Gift at the Top of Their Holiday Wish List According to Survey

Start celebrating the 4th of July now with a very special Summer

For the Next Week, You Can Join the Best Online Summer Camp in Town and enjoy 25% OFF Tuition

'Kids Need To Play!' Campaign Discounts Camps In Gig Harbor

Under the program, several Gig Harbor summer camp programs will be discounted 70 percent. Here's how to get involved.

New Education Destination for Kids K-12 with Free Resources

Common Sense Media Curates List of Educational Recommendations to Help Kids learn and Keep Them Engaged Indoors

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Gig Harbor Applebee's Offering Free Meals For Kids

The Halloween kids-eat-free deal is back this year at some local Applebee's restaurants.

2 Gig Harbor Students Win Library Card Contest

Not one but two youngsters from Gig Harbor will have their art on new Pierce County Library cards.

14 Christmas Lights Displays To Visit Near Gig Harbor

Homeowners and professionals across Puget Sound are decorating whole neighborhoods, parks, and zoos. Here are 14 to check out.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

We Live Shorter Lives Than Residents in King County

The gap between men and women’s life expectancy is shrinking, but it may not be good news for everyone. See how Pierce County stacks up.

Patch Board Post Ends With Ramona & Timothy Reunion

Weekend Warriors: Share Your Adventures on Patch

Dialect in Tacoma: We Say 'Pop' and 'Tennis Shoes'

Maps showing word choice, pronunciation and slang in the U.S. have gone viral this month. What localisms do we have in Gig Harbor?

Today on Patch: New Boards and a New Look

Free Entrance to All National Parks on Saturday

The National Park Service will be waiving all entrance fees this Saturday, Sept. 29.

TELL US: What Makes a Good Neighbor?

National Good Neighbor Day is Sept. 28. Share your stories about the neighbors who make your town a great place to live.

Learn Safe Harvest of Local Mushrooms at Key Center Library

Mushroom expert Roger Ryno will be at the Key Center Library to talk about harvesting local mushrooms.

October: Get Library Card, Enter to Win Kindle Fire HD

The Pierce County Library System is giving away a Kindle Fire HD during its annual library card drive.

How to Share Your News on Gig Harbor Patch

Have something to share with the world? Anyone can start a blog, post an announcement or an event.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Gig Harbor, Much of Western Washington

A Red Flag Warning is in effect until 8 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Where to Get Discount Tickets to the 2012 Puyallup Fair

Where can you find great discounts for individuals and families this year? Here's the scoop to get your happy on for cheap.

Harbor History Museum to Host Lecture on Seattle World's Fair

The lecture will feature authors and historians Paula Becker and Alan Stein, who will take you behind the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair’s success.

UPDATE: Wisconsin Temple Shootings Shook Washington Sikh Community

The public is invited to a memorial gathering Saturday in Renton at the Gurudwara Singh Sabha of Washington.

Pinterest Has Gig Harbor Pinned

Users of the virtual pinboard are sharing their favorite pictures from Gig Harbor for inspiration. Are you a Pinterest pinner?

Post Your Summer Fundraisers on Gig Harbor Patch

Got a summer fundraiser for your sports team, club or school? Make sure the community knows by posting it on Gig Harbor Patch's calendar!