Queen Victoria’s Birthday Celebration at Fort Nisqually Living History MuseumMay 27, 11am – 5pmThe tradition of celebrating the British Queen in the Puget Sound may surprise some, but it is not a new one. On May 25, 1846, Fort Nisqually took a holiday. A planned revue was canceled due to rain. The day before, the […]

National 529 DayMay 29Encouraging higher education savings.Help your family be prepared for future education expenses.Open a Washington GET 529 account by May 31, 2023.Details at wastate529.wa.gov

The Green Gig Benefit April 29, 6 – 9pmSponsored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation, the annual Green Gig benefits early childhood education in the community.  The Event includes dinner and an auction.Gig Harbor Yacht Club8209 Stinson. Gig Harborgigharborfoundation.org/the-green-gig

Voices of Tacoma:  A Gathering of Poets Call for EntriesEntries sought to create an anthology of poetry of Tacoma, the first to be published in several years. Writers of all ages and from anywhere are invited to submit their original poetry, inspired by Tacoma, to be considered for inclusion in the anthology.  The anthology, which […]

Mindful WalksJune 2 & First Friday of the month through November, 1 – 2pmDuring these walks, participants will be led through a series of mindfulness practices that will cultivate present-moment awareness, awe and an appreciation of plants and the natural world. The walks will be led by trained mindfulness teacher and ecologist, Sarah Low.Registration Required. […]

Breakfast at the ConeJune 2, 7:30amThe 7th annual Breakfast at the Cone, featuring keynote speaker John Wiborg. Join local business, art, and civic leaders to discuss and celebrate our shared commitment to the vitality of the Pacific Northwest.Museum of Glass1801 Dock St, Tacomamuseumofglass.org

Cruizin Chelan Car ShowJune 2 & 3The 17th Annual Car Show kicks off the summer season with a showcase of sedans, coupes, trucks and street rods.http://cruizinchelan.com/

CACHET Fundraiser Supporting Spaceworks and Tacoma’s Creative CommunityJune 3, 6 – 9pmFor 13 years, Spaceworks has been a pillar of support for artists and creative entrepreneurs in Tacoma.CACHET is a vibrant fundraiser, 21+, cocktail attire…gold, black and white encouraged.1322 Fawcett Ave, Tacomaspaceworkstacoma.com

6 Dally Alley Car ShowJune 3, 9am – 2pmHelp support Good Samaritan Hospital’s Oncology UnitKick off the summer with a fun car show.Sunrise Village10507 156th St, Puyallupmysunrisevillage.com

Lakewood Street FestivalJune 3, 4 – 8pmEnjoy the summer night with dancing in the streets and activities for the entire family including music, dancing, culture, cars, and delightful foods.6114 Motor Ave, Lakewoodcityoflakewood.us/street-festivals/253. 983.7887

Sawsdee Thailand FestivalJune 3The Annual Sawasdee Thailand Festival (meaning “Hello, Thailand”) showcases many aspects of Thailand’s traditional culture. This includes graceful dances, stunning costumes, fashion show of traditional Thai clothing, Thai music, unique musical instruments, amazing Muay Thai (the famous Thai martial art) and of course plenty of mouth-watering Thai food.Asia Pacific Cultural Center4851 S […]

Tiptoe through the TidepoolsJune 6,10am – 1pmEnjoy a low tide beach walk with MetroParks Tacoma naturalists. Explore the beach, learn about tidal life and have lots of family fun during the lowest tides of the year.Titlow Park Beach8425 6th Ave, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org