Washington State History Museum announcement. Tacoma, WA – The Washington State History Museum’s annual exhibition of contemporary works by Native American artists is returning this summer. On view from June 16 through September 11, 2022, the juried exhibition features 38 original works by 26 artists. While most of the artists are from the Pacific Northwest, entries for IN THE […]
To Do
Calling all people of faith in Pierce County
Associated Ministries announcement. Learn about Racial Healing for People of Faith at the Worship Call with Rev. Gregory Drumwright on MAY 22, 2022 @ 3:00 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Tacoma, 2106 S. Cushman Ave., 98405. No cost to attend. Racism permeates every aspect of our society. Some say churches have been slow to […]
Tacoma’s Sound to Narrows celebrates 50 years, returns to Vassault
Submitted by MultiCare. TACOMA, Wash. — On Saturday, June 11, thousands of community members will turn out for the 50th annual Sound to Narrows run in Tacoma. This year’s event returns to Vassault Park after two years of being a virtual-only run and includes something for everyone, from the state’s oldest 12K run for all […]
Remember Your First Lemonade Stand?
Submitted by Lakewood Chamber of Commerce. Remember your first lemonade stand? You probably raided your parent’s kitchen and pantry, found a folding table and set up your business on the street in front of your home. Do you remember what you spent your earnings on? Most of us don’t. The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce is […]
8th Annual Buffalo Soldiers Golf Classic. Sign-up now
Submitted by Phil Raschke. Get Ready! The 8th Annual Buffalo Soldiers Golf Classic is set for Friday, 26 August at Eagles Pride Golf Course in DuPont, WA. Proceeds from the event help support the acclaimed Tacoma Buffalo Soldiers “Youth Education” programs that provide engaging, inspirational, historically based after school and outdoor learning classes. Registration begins at 11 am […]
Learn about beach animals during these FREE Tacoma events
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium announcement. TACOMA, Wash.– Ever wondered what it’s like to run a finger over the back of a prickly pink sea star? Or hold a tiny ocean crab in the palm of your hand? Find out during low tide at Owen Beach and Titlow Beach in Tacoma. Explore the Shore at Owen […]
2022 Walk Tacoma series continues with the Brewery Blocks architectural history
Downtown On the Go announcement. Learn about the architectural history of several iconic buildings in downtown’s brewery district on the next in-person tour of the 2022 Walk Tacoma series. The 1.1 mile walk, led by Susan Johnson, the City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Coordinator, will begin at the bottom of the UW-Tacoma stairs on June 1 at […]
Buffalo Soldier Exhibit DuPont Historical Museum
Submitted by DuPont Historical Society. The DuPont Historical Society, Museum and Friends of DuPont Buffalo Soldier History invite you to a fun history event for the entire family. With funds provided from a DuPont Lodging Tax grant and a Sparks Diversity grant through the Pierce County Heritage League, a permanent Buffalo Soldier exhibit has been […]
United for University Place hosting a discussion about services for immigrants and refugees May 18
Submitted by Chris Saunders. This Wednesday, May 18th will be our last United for University Place meeting until the fall. We will meet again at University Place Presbyterian Church on 27th in University Place at 11:30. Last month we heard from five foreign born individuals who had very diverse immigration experiences. This month we will […]