In this presentation, Tacoma music historian Kim Davenport will share stories of black musicians from Tacoma's past who left an important legacy in our city. Some made Tacoma home while others were merely guests for a time, but all added to the artistic vitality of our community while confronting the realities of discrimination. The presentation > Continue Reading
Metropolitan Development Council in partnership with Associated Ministries and the Tacoma Ministerial Alliance invites you to participate in a public meeting on January 28th in the Olympic Room at the Tacoma Public Library Main Branch, to discuss the issues and possibilities related to the establishment of additional temporary shelter sites for people who are currently > Continue Reading
Fix-it Fairs are free, community-based events where you can get items repaired for free. Fix-it Fairs are 3-hour events held at various sites throughout Tacoma, with the intention of making them accessible to all. At these events, community members bring items that need to be fixed for free, such as: jewelry, crockery, clothing, small appliances, > Continue Reading
Find out what it was like to be a kid when the city of Tacoma was just starting. Enjoy stories, toys, games and crafts from the Oregon Trail. For ages 3-7.
The first day to join Summer Reading Club and pick up a bingo card is Saturday, June 15! Summer Reading Club is for everyone: bingo cards are available for little kids, kids, teens, and adults, with activities and prizes (while supplies last) for each age group. Stop by any Tacoma Public Library branch to sign > Continue Reading
Join us for a free screening of the critically acclaimed documentary Louder Than a Bomb, which follows the stories of four poets from the original Chicago LTAB. A conversation will follow.
Kick off a month of programming around the Louder Than a Bomb-Tacoma Teen Poetry Festival. Bring a poem to share and kick off National Poetry Month in style!