55+ Senior Driving WorkshopAugust 12, 8 – 3:30pmOpen to the Public. $20Get your hot lunch here between 11:45 and 12:15. Join Gerry Apple in this interactive workshop covering topics such as texting, driving in bad weather, handling emergencies, freeways, reference points, and more. After attending, you may qualify for a 5 – 10% discount on […]

Soft Power Exhibit & Film SeriesExhibit:  Now through September 1Film Series Filament:  August 1 & August 22, 6 – 8pmThe textile-based works in Soft Power are declarations:  potent expressions of care, rebuke, resistance and resilience.  These soft manifestations of cultural heritage – the natural, tangible and intangible- amplify personal narrative and social criticism through process […]

Washington State History Museum is a 2024 Blue Star MuseumMay 18 – September 2Active duty military members and their families can receive free admission at the museum all summer long.Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, in collaboration with the Department of Defense and participating […]

50+ Social: Rainiers Game DayAugust 13, 10:30am – 3pmJoin us for a small group trip to Cheney Stadium in Tacoma for a Tacoma Rainiers baseball game. Enjoy a ballpark meal and cheer on the team!Depart from Eastside community Center, 1721 S 66th St, Tacoma, Center at Norpoint, 4818 Nassau Ave NE, TacomaRegister:  50+ Field Trips […]

2024 Southwest Washington Fair:  Red, White & MooAugust 13 – 18Tues-Thurs: 10am-10pmFri-Sat: 10am-11pmSun: 10am-7pmOpening Ceremony: Tues 11:00 AMRodeo: Wed & Thurs 7:00 PMSW Jr Livestock Sale: Fri 6:00 PMMonster Truck Rally: Sat 1:00 & 6:30 PMJoin us at the Friendly Fair where we showcase our agricultural heritage and the accomplishments of our community! Enjoy food, […]

Cruise-In at America’s Car MuseumAugust 15, 5 – 7pm, Plaza opens at 4pm for parkingBring your ride, tell your car club and enjoy fun for the whole family.  All makes and models of collector cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome.  Enjoy food, music and the awarding of the People’s Choice winner.Theme:  ConvertiblesLeMay America’s Car Museum […]

Third Thursday Free Art WalkAugust 15, September 19, etcEnjoy downtown Tacoma’s vibrant museum district with late, free admission.Check websites for hours and exhibit information.Washington State History Museum, Tacoma | washingtonhistory.orgMuseum of Glass, Tacoma | mog.orgTacoma Art Museum | tam.orgFoss Waterway Seaport | fosswaterwayseaport.org 

Harlequin’s 2024-2025 Season Announcement & GalaAugust 17, 6pmEnjoy a Champagne Reception, passed hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar offering beer, wine, and soft drinks. Entertainment will include live music and a silent auction.Then at 7:00 PM partygoers will enter the theater, where Producing Artistic Director Aaron Lamb will present Harlequin’s exciting 2025 season.State Theater202 4th […]

Summer Sip & StrollAugust 17, 4 – 8pm, check-in begins 2pmStroll through Downtown Sumner shops while enjoying sips of wine, beer, cider, and more! Our biggest sip event yet.Downtown Sumner Main StreetSumner Sip and Stroll – Summertime – Sumner Main Street Association 

Tumwater Artesian BrewfestAugust 17, 1 – 8pmEnjoy over 40 Pacific NW craft breweries, cider and spirits, tons of games like giant Jenga, cornhole and popular stein holding competitions as well as food vendors.The Tumwater Artesian Brewfest is hosted by the City of Tumwater, the Tumwater Downtown Association and sponsored by other local businesses.Tumwater Valley Golf […]

Shinka: An Immersive Japanese Automotive ExhibitNow ShowingThis one-of-a-kind exploration of Japan’s automotive heritage offers visitors unparalleled access to some of the most iconic and important vehicles to come out of Japan. The display allows Museum guests the opportunity to examine iconic Japanese vehicles up close.LeMay America’s Car Museum2702 E D St, Tacomaamericascarmuseum.org

what ifJune 29 – October 13A new exhibition titled what if explores how Black artists remain curious and authentic to self beyond expectations. The exhibit is part of The Current, An Artist Award, on display concurrently. lt feature works from artists Kristina Batiste, Le’Ecia Farmer, and Cristina Martinez, in mediums ranging from ceramics and textiles to paintings […]