Foundation for the Future Supporting Thurston County Boys & Girls ClubsMay 11, 7 – 8:30amClubs remain a constant place where kids and teens can find safety, support, mentors, friends and fun! Your support plays a critical role in ensuring continued growth and stability in our eight Thurston County Clubs.Saint Martin’s University5000 Abbey Way SE, LacyEvent.Gives […]

STILL:  A Poetic Journey of Two WomenMay 11 – 14, Preview Night 11, Thur – Sat 7:30pm, ASL interpreted May 14, 3pmEmily Dickinson and Dr. Maya Angelou – what connects these two incredible women poets and where do their unique sparks diverge? This newly devised play will explore these questions and more as the ensemble […]

Driven by Design Garden Club of America Flower ShowMay 12 & 13, 10am – 5pmPresented by the Tacoma Garden Club Enjoy flowers on cars, flowers in trucks and hood ornaments made of flowers.The show will feature exhibits from floral designers, horticulturists and photographers from across the country. National judges will critique and award ribbons to winning […]

Ballet Northwest Performs Don Quixote May 12 – 14, 7:30pmThis Spanish-themed ballet is fun for the whole family, featuring the eccentric knight Don Quixote, the goofy nobleman Gamache, leaping toreadors, mysterious Gitanos, mythical Dryads, and the young couple in love, Kitri and Basilio.Ballet Northwest’s production features over 75 local performers plus guest artist James Kirby Rogers, […]

Blues, Tangos & RhapsodiesMay 13, 7:30pmSarah Ioannides, conductorClaudio Constantini, bandoneon & pianoMulti-instrumentalist and composer Claudio Constantini will share his unique style that fuses classical, contemporary and Latin music genres in his performance of two pieces—his own tango-inspired Concerto for Bandoneon and Gershwin’s gem of symphonic jazz, Rhapsody in Blue.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253,272.7264, symphonytacoma.org

The Electric Light Orchestra Experience: Evil WomanMay 13, 7:30pmEvil Woman is known for large multi-media concert celebrations of the music of ELO.  Audiences are left spellbound by the flawless musicianship and vocals of Evil Woman’s well-rounded group of 12 musicians.  Their style comes through in the fusion of Beatle-esque Pop, classical arrangements where cellos co-exist […]

Meditate with a Master Baba Shiva Rudra BalayogiMay 13, 11:30am – 1:30pmVisiting from India, Baba Shiva Rudra Balayogi  is visiting the community of Lakewood to help support and strengthen the practice of meditation.Baba, a Self-Realized master, generously shares the wisdom of Self-Realization and knowledge on how to meditate to achieve peace and happiness in life. […]

Superhero 5KMay 13, check-in 8:30am, race 9:30 a.m.Route is paved trails.  Come dressed as your favorite superhero.  Lawn games available for this family friendly race.Register by May 1.Chambers Creek Regional Park6320 Grandview Dr W, University Placepiercecountywa.gov/7958/Superhero-5K 

Local Makers Spring Market & FairMay 13, 10am – 3pmNot your usual Market & Festival, the Local Makers Spring Market & Festival was planned with Mom’s in mind by hosting on Mother’s Day weekend. Ignite your creative spirit and shop form over 50 Local Makers Booths while savoring sips and nibbles and watching live entertainment.Gig […]

VIP & Me Tea PartyMay 13, 2 – 4pm(Ages 2+) Come celebrate the Very Important Person in your life! There will be tea, Snacks, and Crafts! Fee program.Star Center3873 S 66th St, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org 

Bring Mom to the Rhododendron GardenMay 13 & 145, 10am – 4pmExplore 13 garden features, experience the garden at peak bloom, and picnic on the patio with delicious eats from a local food truck.Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden2525 S 336th St, Federal Way253.838.4646, rhodygarden.org/mothers-day-weekend

Love Oly Shop & Dine WeekMay 15 – May 21Get ready to show your love for downtown Olympia and support local businesses during Love Oly Shop and Dine week! 70+ participating businesses are offering customers the chance to earn exclusive Love Oly swag and win gift certificates. Pick up a Love Oly Passport from a […]