Submitted by Lara Durand-Gordon. Tahoma Center Gallery presents Portraits & Portals: Revealing & Concealing, an exhibit of 24 paintings by Tacoma-based artist JW Harrington. These striking images of individuals, entryways, and passageways illustrate how paintings expose, emphasize, and yet hide features. Tahoma Center Gallery is on the second floor of the Tahoma Family Center of […]
To Do
Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Curran Orchard July 16
Submitted by Dance Theatre Northwest. The University Place Teddy Bear’s Picnic will be held at the Curran Orchard on Sunday July 16, 2023 from 1-4PM. Come to the Curran Apple Orchard Park and join in the fun for the 8th University Place Teddy Bear’s Picnic. “For every bear that ever there was, will gather there […]
Buffalo Soldiers Visit DuPont Historical Museum
Submitted by DuPont Historical Society. The DuPont Historical Society and Museum invite you to a fun history event for the entire family. Reenactors from Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle will share living history from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at Robinson Park, adjacent to the museum. A permanent Buffalo Soldier exhibit at the DuPont Historical Museum was […]
Movie Night – Ring of Fire
Join Tacoma Historical Society for snacks and a FREE showing of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s 1961 film Ring of Fire on July 21, 2023 at 6 pm at the THS Museum (406 Tacoma Ave S). In this thrilling train adventure, two sheriff deputies arrest three teenagers for robbery but are overpowered and taken hostage while forest fires rage all around […]
Carts for Kids raises $120,000 (and counting) for Mary Bridge Children’s
Submitted by Kortney Scroger. In March 2021, Mary Bridge Children’s announced a new and unique partnership with Waste Connections (locally known as Murrey’s Disposal and LeMay Pierce County Refuse) – a Mary Bridge Children’s inspired recycle cart. With a $200 donation, customers within the service area could complete a form to request a special purple […]
Steilacoom’s National Night Out: August 1st
Submitted by Elizabeth Grasher. Please join us for Steilacoom’s National Night Out (NNO) Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 from 5:30-8pm. National Night Out is a night we stand together, promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity. This year, there are five designated block parties to register for. Our Steilacoom Public Safety Officers plan to visit each of […]
Meet Authors at Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival
Have you made any weekend plans yet? Here is an idea you might find very enjoyable. Come to Gig Harbor, the quaint historical town on the other side of the Narrows Bridge. Walk along the waterfront, explore the mom-and-pop stores, the unique eateries … but above all, come to visit the Gig Harbor Summer Art […]
Summer Family Activities
A long list of things to do with your family and friends: Click here to see the full list and learn more.
New ‘Contemporaries’ monthly series begins at Tacoma Art Museum
Submitted by Tacoma Art Museum. “Contemporaries” is a new discussion and networking event series for young professionals that debuts July 27 at Tacoma Art Museum. Guest speakers, food and drink, good vibes and lively discussion are planned for the monthly event, 6-8 p.m. the last Thursday each month. The first Contemporaries event July 27 will […]