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Fircrest officials describe Roy H. Murphy Community Center as a "third place" for all ages
Summary
Jeff Grover, Fircrest Parks and Recreation director, told the Pierce County Council that the Roy H. Murphy Community Center opened in April 2022 and serves as a community "third space" with programs for toddlers, teens, adults and seniors and unplanned daily interactions that build belonging.
Jeff Grover, director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Fircrest, told the Pierce County Council on April 30 that the Roy H. Murphy Community Center fills a community "third place" role by hosting structured programs and informal daily interactions across generations.
"From day 1, it was meant to be more than just a facility. It's a gathering space," Grover said, describing programming for toddlers, teens, adults and seniors and noting unplanned interactions—like a senior…
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