While the ways in which children play has changed over time, toys are and have always been an important part of the lives of Washingtonians. PlayDates celebrates some of the most popular toys in America through a look into the collections of the Washington State Historical Society. Decades of fun are represented through playsets, games, > Continue Reading
NOW OPEN! The Great Hall of Washington History’s newest permanent exhibit focuses on Washington immigration and migration stories. Listen to first person recordings, see and touch artifacts, and imagine yourself in someone else’s shoes as you learn about the many different people who have made our state their home. Join us on January 18 for > Continue Reading
Play your way down Memory Lane! Learn about the origins of toys, who made them, and why they are fun and dear to us. Discover why some toys succeeded and some failed and which toys have become collector’s items and why. Toytopia satisfies the curiosity of visitors of all ages with beautiful, compelling and informative > Continue Reading
Join us for our monthly Hilltop Community Meeting. Each month we invite speakers from local groups, organizations, and businesses to share their mission and needs with us. As a group, we also discuss local issues, solutions, upcoming events, and connect with each other to build community. We gather on the 3rd Mondays from 6-7:30pm in > Continue Reading
Are you 16-24? Want to learn more about cooking? If so, come join us at our cooking matters workshop!
The theme of this year’s event is Partnerships Matter. We will be celebrating the partnerships that have made the Eastside Community Center a reality. We will be highlighting the work of local youth in helping to design the building, its spaces and the art that will be within it.
Have fun and learn to paint with acrylics! It’ll be like a “Paint-&-Sip” party except without the sip part. We’ll paint a scene from our own local landscape with step by step instruction in 2 two-hour sessions. No experience required and all materials are provided. All ages welcome - perfect for groups or parties. Pre-registration > Continue Reading
Wine made in China? Yes, and it is a bigger thing than you might think. Since 2013, Professor Pierre Ly and his wife Cynthia Howson have spent their summers traveling Chinese wine country to meet the farmers, entrepreneurs and winemakers who are rocking the wine world. Wine, and even wine tourism, have brought new opportunities > Continue Reading
Take an underwater journey of Gig Harbor Bay without getting wet (or needing special certification) by going on a virtual underwater tour with our SCUBA divers. Specially trained SCUBA divers will swim beneath the dock with an underwater camera. From the surface, you will watch on a large screen and see exactly what the divers > Continue Reading
Seeking inspired minds! From growing your business through Incubator and Co-working to elevating your artistic profile through Artscapes, we make your dreams a reality. Learn more about Spaceworks programs and services including Artscapes, Incubator, Special Projects and Coworking.
Join us for an inspirational morning to celebrate Project Child Success efforts in growing a child centered community. Doors open at 7:30, program is from 8:00 - 9:00. This year’s event is free to attend. Guests will be invited to make a gift during the program to support the ongoing efforts of Project Child Success.
Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity's annual luncheon is an afternoon of inspiration and hope. Join us to hear the Habitat story from some of our partner families and learn how you can help create a world where everyone has a safe, decent and affordable place to live.
Join us at Lakewold Gardens each Wednesday evening in March for some good, family-friendly fun! Enjoy a myriad of puzzles, board games, card games, and more and enjoy the competition and hilarity that is sure to ensue! Lakewold Gardens will provide a variety of entertainment options as well as light refreshments. This evening is for > Continue Reading
Each year the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County brings together upwards of 600 business people from across the region to celebrate the people and projects that have made a difference in our community’s economy.
Whether you are brand new to the area or have lived here your whole life, we invite you to visit our beautiful campus, connect with faculty and students and discover how Green River can help you reach your academic and career goals. This event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. > Continue Reading
Join us for a special gallery hours event to kick off our 2018 Student Ambassador Program! This summer a Hilltop Artists student will travel to Biot, France for 3 weeks to study with master glassblower Antoine Pierini. In return, we will host a glassblowing student from Biot during our Summer Glass Arts Program. One of > Continue Reading
Join us for our monthly Family Movie Night! This month's feature: Sing Popcorn is provided. Bring your own drink. Feel free to bring your own chair, blanket, pillow, and/or your bean bag. Enjoy!
Come enjoy a free breakfast with your friends, neighbors, and family members! There will also be opportunities to learn about cost-saving resources and services as well as to get your questions about the City of Tacoma answered. There's a free raffle too!
Check out this brand-new unique class! Pysanky are intricate colorful designs created on the egg shell through the layering of beeswax and dyes. Participants in this workshop will be introduced to the rich traditions and history of the art of Pysanky. Using the fascinating canvas of the egg shell (chicken, pre-blown and prepared), students will > Continue Reading
This event produced by the Tacoma Refugee Choir will be emceed by Grammy winner Wanz and feature The Voice’s Stephanie Anne Johnson, Caleb Jermaine and Jordani and the SunKings in a special night that aims to unite community and empower attendees to raise their voice for the community. This night is about celebrating the contributions > Continue Reading
Do you enjoy scuba diving? Are you interested in adding a twist of science to your next dive? Help Harbor WildWatch collect valuable information about threatened rockfish species! Meet Stena Troyer at Tacoma SCUBA before heading out to the old ferry boat along your way to Point Ruston. Because parking is limited at this site, > Continue Reading
We are a group of teens and adults who use AAC devices to communicate. We get together every week to socialize and do community service activities.
Join us at Lakewold Gardens each Wednesday evening in March for some good, family-friendly fun! Enjoy a myriad of puzzles, board games, card games, and more and enjoy the competition and hilarity that is sure to ensue! Lakewold Gardens will provide a variety of entertainment options as well as light refreshments. This evening is for > Continue Reading
Women can use this space to talk about their work. This is important work, and is often performed in male-dominated spaces. We can bring each other up, learn from each other, and enjoy coffee while building the relationships needed to make a difference.
Join us at the museum for the kick off event to this program. The History Museum teams up with the Pierce County Library System to bring you a special program in partnership with Pierce County READS. Learn about the history of Tacoma's civil rights movement through a special exhibition at Washington State History Museum. Join > Continue Reading
The HopeGivers Breakfast is a celebration where the Tacoma/Pierce County community reflects upon and recognizes the HOPE that is present in our community through stories of transformational change. Through this annual event, we raise critical funding for our initiatives that daily allow individuals and families to defy the odds and receive the help, hope and > Continue Reading
Tacoma Area Literacy Council Needs Tutors!! Consider volunteering to teach English to Adults in a one to one setting. No teaching experience needed - if you can speak, read & write English you can teach it! TALC gives you the training and support you need to succeed. Depending on your schedule and your learner's schedule > Continue Reading
We are a group of teens and adults who use AAC devices to communicate. We get together every week to socialize and do community service activities.
Every year in March we have our Annual Friendraiser Breakfast and Auction where we recognize members of the community through the awarding of an Educator, Volunteer, and Student of the year in addition to serving breakfast and hosting a live auction and raffle with proceeds going to support our programs and services in our schools. > Continue Reading
supporting Community Health Care Featuring Comedian David Crowe For more information email info@lunchandlaughter.com or call 253-72-1552
Cocktails & Fishtales is an adult science-social series which is hosted monthly by Harbor WildWatch. During these events, guests will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of exciting topics pertaining to the ecology and stewardship of the Puget Sound. In March, we will be welcoming Drew Collins, founder of Made in Puget Sound. > Continue Reading
Food is an everyday part of our lives (usually at least three times each day!). With our time chewing away clocking in at 80 minutes a day for the average American, it's easy to make the case that it's an important use of our time. But, do we (and can we) always make the most > Continue Reading
The City of Tacoma is hosting “T - Town: Play, Explore, Learn” City Services Expo on March 24, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Tacoma Dome. The free, public event is part of an ongoing effort to raise community awareness about the services delivered by the various departments at the City of > Continue Reading
We are a group of teens and adults who use AAC devices to communicate. We get together every week to socialize and do community service activities.
Join us at Lakewold Gardens each Wednesday evening in March for some good, family-friendly fun! Enjoy a myriad of puzzles, board games, card games, and more and enjoy the competition and hilarity that is sure to ensue! Lakewold Gardens will provide a variety of entertainment options as well as light refreshments. This evening is for > Continue Reading
Celebrate Oscar's Finest Short Films With Gig Harbor Film Festival! The Gig Harbor Film Festival’s March Monthly Movie Night will feature a dazzling selection of the year's best Live Action Short Films. Buckle into your comfy seat at the Galaxy for this fast-paced evening of movie thrills and spills on Wednesday, March 28th at 6:30 > Continue Reading
Our Friday Forums continue with a conversation about equity and the environment. Join us as we welcome Transportation Equity Program Manager Naomi Doerner, Equity Strategies Manager Ubax Gardheere, and Equity and Environment Initiative Program Manager Sudha Nandagopal as they share Seattle’s experiences and insights engaging, co-creating, and implementing community-centered economic development, environment, and transportation equity > Continue Reading