Avis Marvelous: Ornithology on the Western Frontier 1776 – 1896Through March 3During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, as Europeans and American explorers were documenting the natural history of the Western Hemisphere, avian artists created assemblages of their bird art for distribution. From their original artworks, prints were produced and disseminated to audiences that could afford […]

Dinosaur World Live!February 28, 7:30pmAges 3+Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live! in this roarsome interactive show for all the family.Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs.Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete Von Reichbauer […]

Black Jacket Symphony:  Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the MoonFebruary 29, 8pmRemember putting on an album and listening from start to finish?  Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Pink Floyd’s iconic album The Dark Side of the Moon live in its entirety—note for note, […]

Community Market Resource FairFebruary 29, 2 – 5pmEnjoy an afternoon full of kids’ activities and opportunities for the community to gain access to vital resources.First 300 families receive a $50 Safeway gift card.In addition to receiving goodie bags and healthy fruit and vegetables, families are invited to meet with community providers, where they can learn […]

SuperFolkMarch 1 – Tacoma Arts Live Roosevelt Room, 1001 S Yakima Ave, TacomaEnjoy a community jam and dance, surrounded by local crafters and food vendors.  Bring your instrument to do some jamming yourself.March 2, 11am – 4pm, Washington State History Museum, 1911  Pacific Ave, TacomaTour the main floor exhibits while our SuperFolk musicians perform within […]

Variations on FallingFebruary 23 – March 3South Puget Sound Community College Theatre Collective’s Variations on Falling by F.K. Jenkins follows three sisters who return to their family home after a tragedy to confront their shared past and decide how they can move forward. F.K. Jenkins is a theatre artist based in Tacoma, Wash. with playwriting credits […]

Empty BowlsMarch 2, 11am – 2pmEmpty Bowls is an international grassroots effort to raise both money and awareness in the fight to end hunger.  In Gig Harbor, this is an annual event organized by the Altrusa Club and Foundation of Gig Harbor to raise funds for feeding children and families in our community who may […]

Olympia Dance FestivalMarch 2, 7pmThe Washington Center and Ballet Northwest are thrilled to announce the return of Olympia Dance Festival on March 2 at 7:00pm. The 2024 Olympia Dance Festival features 16 dance companies from throughout Western Washington. Olympia Dance Festival welcomes back home-town hero, Giovanny Garibay, as the special guest artist this year. Giovanny Garibay is currently with […]

Pier Into the NightMarch 2, -7 – 8pmTake an underwater journey of Gig Harbor Bay without getting wet (or needing special certification) through the Pier Into the Night experience.From the dock, you can watch as our ROV and volunteer divers use an underwater video camera to live stream what they encounter below the surface. Staff […]

Symphonic Metamorphosis Presented by the Tacoma Concert BandMarch 2, 7:30pm18U FreeExperience a night of dynamic transformative repertory with the Tacoma Concert Band, featuring the 2023-24 TCB Student Solo Competition winner, as well as Paul Hindemith’s landmark “Symphonic Metamorphosis.”Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacomatacomaconcertband.orghttps://www.ticketmaster.com/tacoma-concert-band-symphonic-metamorphosis-tacoma-washington-03-02-2024/event/0F005E8CB07C17F2?brand=tacomaconcertband  

Seuss-tacular Spring Fling at STAR CenterMarch 2, 11am – 2pmNo registration required.Let’s celebrate Dr. Suess’s birthday and National Reading Month! Come join us for fun crafts, activities and games inspired by your favorite Dr. Suess books and characters! All are welcome to this FREE family-fun event. Crafts, games, inflatables and more!STAR Center3873 S 66th St, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org, […]

Heritage Skills Workshop: Tin SmithingMarch 2, 10am – 3:30pm Tin Cup/MugEach student may choose from either a drinking mug or a pouringer of similar design and both based on historic examples. They are made with simple tin smithing hand forming methods and techniques using tinsmith hand tools. All necessary tools and supplies will be provided.March […]