Looking for something fun to do for Labor Day Weekend? Tired of the traffic jams and being where EVERYONE is? Just want to get away from it and relax?

The Anderson Island Island Fair will be held on September 4th. Just a short 20 minute ferry ride from Steilacoom this island seems to capture all that is good and simple about life in the slower lane. Visit the island and relax and unwind take in the fair and watch the Tacoma Scots Pipe Band perform in the parade. The Brothers in Arms Motorcycle Club will be particpating too. If you want to dance the Tripolar Jazz Trio will be performing for the evenings dance from 7pm to 8:30.
Take the time to unwind and recharge this Labor Day weekend on Anderson Island. I know you will be happy you made the choice!
For more information on Anderson Island and the various events and activities happening there please visit Explore Anderson Island.

Looking for something fun to do August 14th. 2010? How about taking the ferry to Anderson Island and listening to the Tacoma Concert Band perform?
The concert band will be performing at The Johnson Farm at 6pm. Get to the island early and relax by taking a tour of the Johnson Farm or by walking the beaches, taking a short hike or just enjoying the peace and quiet of island life. Bring a picnic, a blanket, and relax and enjoy the island and the concert band.
The Tacoma Concert Band is considered the finest symphonic band in the Northwest. The performance on Anderson Island is part of their neighborhood series of free shows held during the summer.
The Anderson Island Historical Society will collect donations to help cover the costs of putting on the show. The Anderson Island Historcial Society is an active group that provides many activities for people who live on or visit Anderson Island.
To help make it easier for you to plan your visit to Anderson Island here are some links to information about the island.
Explore Anderson Island- A blog that discusses things that are happening on Anderson Island
Anderson Island Historical Society- The historical societies website.
Pierce County Ferry System- The timetable for the ferry that will take you to the island and back.
Tacoma Concert Band- Website of the Tacoma Concert Band
It's a beautiful sunny morning in Tacoma. If you're looking to purchase a home in the next few weeks this would be a good day for you to get out and see what the Realtors® in the Tacoma area have for sale.
Today I will be holding an open house at 1327 N. Fir St. Tacoma, WA 98406 open from 1pm to 4pm. If you are in the area please stop by and say hello.
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American Express has given one million dollars in funds to help preserve historical properties is the greater Seattle Puget Sound region. The 25 properties that have been selected are all getting the word out so that "fans" can vote daily for their favorite property. The top vote getting site is guaranteed a preservation grant. The others will have money granted to them based on the decision of the board who is in charge of handing out the grant money.
Anderson Island Historical Societies Johnson Farm is one of the 25 properties that were selected for this contest.

May 1: All farm buildings open to the public; docents at major buildings from 12 – 2 PM; AIHS 35th year celebration and Partners in Preservation kickoff begins at 12 PM; free popcorn, hot dogs, desserts, door prizes and hay rides throughout the day.
May 2: All farm buildings open to the public, docents on-site.
You should come out and take a look the weekend of May 1st. and 2nd. Anderson Island is one of the hidden gems in the Puget Sound. Just a 20 minute ferry ride from Steilacoom. You can read more about the Open House by visiting our website here. Or if you want more information on the Johnson Farm and the grant contest you can visit an article we have written here.
Hope to see you on the island during the open house. If you see me please say hello!
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