The goal of Park(ing) Day is the same as it has been for 17 years: to call attention to the need for more urban open space, generate discussion and debate around how public space is utilized, and to improve the quality of urban habitat. For the last few years, we’ve seen parking spots utilized in > Continue Reading
On September 16, you could be 245' above Tacoma with just one way down as the Habitat Challenge urban rappel returns for its 6th year. In this thrilling, bucket-list experience you have the opportunity to pick up some major bragging rights as you descend from the roof of Tacoma's second tallest building, Hotel Murano. The > Continue Reading
Join us for a dinner and auction featuring antiques, vintage, and unique treasures in support of St. Vinnie’s Homeless Prevention & Basic Needs Program.
Our guest speaker will be Caitlin Wasley of Refugee Women’s Alliance (ReWA) in Seattle. Wasley has over 10 years' experience working in refugee and immigrant programs. She will be speaking about ReWA and the services they provide. The meeting will be held on Zoom. Please email officevolunteer@aidnw.org to register and receive a link.
The Power of Play Lunch is an annual fundraiser supporting Greentrike programming. Children and youth learn best through play; it’s a natural and innate way for them to explore and answer their own questions about the world. By sharing this message about the importance of play, we can better foster and celebrate natural learning tendencies. > Continue Reading
Tacoma Fiber Fling Saturday, 10/1 10am-2pm Old Town Park Job Carr Cabin Museum presents the Tacoma Fiber Fling. This free community event showcases fiber arts, handicrafts, and textiles for all ages. Enjoy live music and be inspired to try out a new craft! https://www.jobcarrmuseum.org/events https://www.facebook.com/events/432249628944430
Join YWCA Pierce County for our 2022 Annual Celebration Luncheon! The 2022 Annual Celebration Luncheon will take place on April 27th at the Hotel Murano. More details to come!
Emergency Food Network is delighted to share that the Abundance Dinner and Auction returns in-person to the McGavick Center on October 22nd, 2022! This event features a delicious dinner, exciting live and silent auctions, and an impactful way to give. Proceeds from this memorable night will provide emergency food for our neighbors in need throughout > Continue Reading
Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates the iconic album Led Zeppelin IV live in its entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of Led Zeppelin’s greatest hits. Over the past ten > Continue Reading
This Emergency Food Network event is an annual gathering enjoyed by more than 500 people each year. Local potters, woodworkers, and glassblowers have spent countless hours making bowls to donate to EFN’s Empty Bowls over the past year. During Empty Bowls, attendees can choose from more than 1,500 bowls to purchase for the home and > Continue Reading