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The Beginners Guide to Doughnut Shops in Puyallup

Full disclosure? We are always in support of diets and eating healthy here, but we also support the moderate consumption of a good doughnut every now and then. June doesnt just bring with it the promise of summerits also home to national doughnut day. Below, weve decided to highlight a few of our favorite doughnut stops in town for residents of our Willow Hill apartments in Puyallup. Epic Doughnuts With a name like that, youd better back up the claims with some edible action. Whether its their pop tart donut, chocolate mud donuts with gummy worms, banana split, and so many others. Its easy to see why they picked outer space as a themebecause their creative and traditional donuts are all out of this world. You can browse pictures taken by locals and read through their glowing reviews over here . Happy Donuts Blueberry fritters, pumpkin spice donuts, cinnamon rolls with decadent cream cheese frosting, soft and fluffy chocolate sprinkle donuts, or a classic bunch of donut holes. This is the place locals go to drink coffee, read the newspaper, talk sports, and get a start to their weekend. Prices here are affordable, and even visitors from all over the country seem to have nothing but good things to say about Puyallups Happy Donuts. You can read more about them over here . British Bites Puyallup itself has other donut options in grocery stores, but we thought wed throw in this local fixture for good measure. British scones and jams, tarts, shortbread, crumpets, pastries, imported candy from overseas, and even more full-fledged geographic meals are featured here. If you live here, this place is a definite must-try. You can read through reviews over here and explore their menu online here .

The Beginners Guide to Trails Near Puyallup

National trails day happens this month, and what better way to celebrate this month than via the myriad of available trails in the Pacific Northwest? Yeah, thats what we thought too. Whether youre new to the area or have lived here a while, you might be looking for some places to get your feet set right on the welcoming nearby dirt pathways. Below, we highlight a few of our favorites for residents of our Willow Hill apartments in Puyallup. Point Defiance Park Point Defiance Park is a classic place to hike in town, in part because of the diverse views it offersall so close to the city itself. There are different ways to branch off to explore the different aspects of the park itself, but, for the most part, the five mile loop is pretty straightforward. Youll get glimpses of beautiful flowers at the entrance, towering trees, and coastal views. They also have lots of places to stop and have a picnic. You can read more about the park itself over here . Dash Point State Park Whether youre looking for a place to explore towering sequoia trees, or want to walk alongside the beach when the tide is out to explore tidal pools, this is a must-see for locals. Federal Ways Dash Point State Park itself is almost four-hundred acres in size, and features up to eleven miles of hiking trails to explore. You can read through different types of plants and animals you can expect to see along your way, along with hours and fees over yonder . Tacoma Nature Center Last but certainly not least is the Tacoma Nature Center, which features just over seventy acres of wetland and forest to explore through their wrap-around trails and informative visitors center. Whether youre looking for a place to see some incredible local birds, frogs, and a native plant nursery, youll get as much exercise as you will education about local plants and wildlife. You can head over here to learn about park hours and other tidbits of helpful informationalong with an overview of the trail maps themselves.

Meeker Days Festival in Puyallup

Summer, with its warmer weather, is the perfect time of year for festivals and other outdoor events. It seems like every week and weekend brings with it another celebration and opportunity to get outside for a good time. This weekend is no exception: the annual Meeker Days Festival will be held right here in Puyallup from the 17th through the 19th, not far from Willow Hill. The Meeker Days Festival is Pierce Countys largest street festival. A 15-block area of historic downtown Puyallup will be devoted to the event starting Friday the 17th at noon. There will be four entertainment stages with various displays and performances going on, including one stage devoted specifically to childrens entertainment. Over two hundred craft and commercial vendors will line the streets, with a wide variety of unique shopping opportunities. Two food courts and a beer garden will offer all sorts of dining and drinking options. Other events include inflatable rides, educational exhibits, an antique tractor display, tractor pull races, classic car shows, and the Farmers Market. Oh, and dont forget the battle of the bands, the Downtown Gets Down street dance, and the Lil Miss Meeker Pageant. The festival will run Friday the 17th from noon to nine in the evening, Saturday from ten to nine, and Sunday from ten to five in the evening. It will be centered at Pioneer Park here in Puyallup. Attendance is free, though of course food and some events will not be. For more information on events, pricing, directions, and the like, check out the Puyallup Main Street Association website here . Have a fun time at the festival this weekend, and come back to let us know how it went in the comments!

Americas Car Museum Summer Events

Cars have been a huge part of life in America around the world for over a century now. They serve as tools, transportation, and entertainment, and their influence has pervaded our entire culture. For any residents of our Willow Hill apartments in Puyallup who love a great automobile, there is an excellent opportunity less than half an hour away: Americas Car Museum. According to their website , the museum spotlights Americas love affair with the automobile. ACM is designed to preserve history and celebrate the worlds automotive culture. The spacious facility houses up to 300 cars, trucks and motorcycles from private owners, corporations, and the LeMay collection. In addition to their exhibits, ACM hosts regular events that car aficionados might want to check out. Heres a few events coming up this month, with descriptions from their website. Click on the links for dates and other info. Race Night at ACM Put your racing skills to the test every second Thursday of the month in the Speed Zone at ACM! Our CXC racing simulators are linked together to provide a realistic racing experience against other drivers. Compete on famous tracks such as: Darlington, Daytona, Dover and more! Race Nights are open to members, friends and the general public! Teams are also welcome to join in on the fun. Hoods Up for Fathers Day Once a year we open up hoods to display over 100 years of automobile power. We will have modern conventional and high powered engines on display as well vintage and early experimental engine power. See how cars were powered without computers! We have selected nice variety to have on view to make Dads day extra special! Drive-In Movies at ACM Join us for car-themed Drive-In movies on ACMs Haub Family Field where the cars are the stars! Grab dinner at our picnic concessions and watch in your car or from a blanket or chair, either option will give you a great view of the 40-foot outdoor screen! The Drive-In movies have proven to be very popular, so be sure to arrive early to reserve your spot! Parking for the show starts at 4:30pm, with showtime at dusk (around 9pm). This Drive-In movie is FREE to the public, but does not include Museum admission.

The Best Bike Shops Near Puyallup

May is home to both National Bike Month and National Bike-to-Work Week, so theres really no better time of year to saddle up and explore the open bike-friendly roads than this spring-weathered month. Whether you have a bike of your own or not, youll likely need to visit a bike shop to get things tuned up and in working order. Below, we highlight some of the better shops in the area for residents of our Willow Hill apartments in Puyallup and why locals love them so much. Old Town Bicycle Though part of a local chain, they run it with the integrity youd expect in any other local shop. And that consistency and structure is one of the reasons theyve been voted as one of the nations best bike shops. Their service is pretty remarkable. Locals have brought in cracked rims before for repair and were given a loaner rim to get around while the regular rim was out of service. Whether youre looking for tubes for a bike stroller or trailer, want competitive prices, need advice on upgrading components like new pedals or chains, or want your bike fitted to you to increase performance, Tacomas Old Town Bicycle is the place to do all that and more. You can read more about them over here . Defiance Bicycle Fawcett Aves Defiance Bicycle is all about preserving a down-to-earth vibe youd find in your friends garage. Whether youre looking for a custom-built bike with custom-built wheels or just need a regular tune-up, this is the place to go. Regulars know theyve got a solution for everything, and they even feature used parts in case youre looking for a bargain fix. Commuting is something theyre also known for locally, so expect to find the perfect helmet or pannier bags here if youre thinking of biking to work every now and then. You can read more about their hip shop over yonder .

Creative Burger Recipes for National Burger Month

May is National Burger Month, making it is one of the most appropriate times to chow down on a juicy patty with a side of fries. But you deserve to try something a little more unique than your average burger. Below, weve highlighted a few different burger ideas residents of our Willow Hill apartments in Puyallup can try out this month. Goat Cheese & Avocado Lamb Burger Look, its not every day you have flavorful lamb burgers, so why not make things a big deal with goat cheese and avocado? Slices of red onion, fresh sprouts, cucumbers, and whole wheat buns make everything come together in a special way. Prep time and total cooking time should only take about fifteen minutes at most. You can see how to make these tasty wonders over here . Bahn Mi Chicken Burgers Vietnamese bahn mi sandwiches are where its at, and bringing those ideas to the flavortown of burgers is a pretty winning idea. With grated ginger, cilantro, soy sauce, green onions, garlic, sriracha for the spicy sauce, and a runny sunny-side egg on top, theres plenty to love about this burger. Prep and cook time comes out just over half an hour, but its worth the work. You can find what you need to make it over here . Chile-Stuffed Cheeseburger Making lamb burgers is one way to impress, and fusion ideas like bahn mi chicken burgers are another but stuffing a cheeseburger with chile goodness? Thats almost unfair. Though its made with melted cheese and roasted peppers, dont let this gourmet idea fool you it wont take you more than half an hour to make. So grab your pepper jack cheese, ground beef, and all the other toppings listed here. You cant go wrong with this one .