On Sunday, Aug 25, the unforgettable John Ford Academy Award winning cavalry epic “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon” will come alive at 2 pm on the museum’s big screen in full stereophonic sound. Admission is FREE! This legendary film stars John Wayne in perhaps his greatest roles as Captain Nathan Brittles, an aging, widowed cavalry officer […]
To Do
How About a Good Old Fashion Western? Marlon Brando, “One Eyed Jacks”, 24 Aug
Tired of robots, AI and cartoon characters? Well the Lakewood History Museum is having a “Good Old Fashion Western” weekend featuring classic westerns films. The first film will be shown on Saturday, Aug 24 at 4 pm and stars Marlon Brando and Karl Malden in the Academy Award nominated western “One Eyed Jacks”. The film was […]
Labor Day Festival Doubleheader Softball Game at Cheney Stadium
The Fun starts at 10 am, Monday, 2 Sep when the gates open at Cheney Stadium for the 2nd Annual Labor Day Festival honoring our military and civilian labor force. This free event is family oriented and features games, kids train rides, video game truck, bubble station, Live Entertainment plus two exciting volunteer baseball games. First game […]
Steilacoom Farmers’ Market Wednesdays Through August 28
Submitted by Jennifer Harte. The Town of Steilacoom is a military-friendly community, so bring your families down and see what we have to offer you. With more than 60 vendors to choose from, you will find fresh & processed food, wine, and artisanal vendors. We are confident you will have fun filling your appetites and […]
The Golden Rule Against Nuclear War
Submitted by Breck Lebegue MD MPH, for WA Physicians for Social Responsibility. In 1958 four Quaker peace activists sailed the Golden Rule toward the Marshall Islands, attempting to halt nuclear weapons testing. The US Coast Guard boarded her in Honolulu and arrested her crew, causing an international outcry. Arrest of the crew and rising awareness […]
Mayor Jason Whalen’s Community Coffeehouse
The next Community Coffeehouse with Mayor Jason Whalen is Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024 at 6 p.m. Mayor Whalen is excited to welcome former Lakewood City Council member and Historic Fort Steilacoom board member Walter Neary. Neary will share about Historic Fort Steilacoom, which recognizes its 175th birthday this year. As part of his presentation, Neary […]
Live Music/Dance at AMVETS, Aug. 16
Submitted by Danette Gundy, AMVETS Post 1. The Macon Bacon band, featuring AMVETS member, drummer Dennis will be playing at AMVETS on Aug. 16th, 8-11PM. Macon Bacon serves up Authentic, Southern Blues, Roots and Country-Rock music. This event is for members and guests. Date: 08/16/2024 at 08:00 pm Location: AMVETS Post 1 Tacoma, 5717 S […]
Job Fair, Aug. 15
Submitted by Danette Gundy, AMVETS Post 1. Unlock your future: Don’t miss the exclusive job fair in Tacoma! Are you ready to embark on a new career journey? Whether you’re transitioning out of the military, a veteran, a military spouse, or a civilian looking for exciting job opportunity, we have something special in store for […]
2024 Steilacoom Summer Concert Series
Pioneer Park, 1700 Commercial Street, Steilacoom WA 98388. Concerts run from 6:30-8:00 pm, are free and open to the public. Alternate weather site: Steilacoom Community Center, 2301Worthington St Steilacoom. No Marijuana or alcoholic beverages are permitted in any Town of Steilacoom Parks. For more information call (253) 581-1076