Coffee with the BirdsJanuary 7, 9 – 11amFreeJoin Metro Parks Tacoma naturalists for coffee as we discuss a special topic about birds found in Point Defiance Park, followed by a bird walk. Sharpen your bird watching skills and socialize with other birders.Bring binoculars and weather appropriate attireCoffee is complimentary, please bring your own coffee mug. […]

Zoo Guide Applications Now OpenApplications are now open for high school students to become summer Zoo Guide volunteers at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. As a Zoo Guide, students will educate guests about the zoo and aquarium’s animals and important conservation and environmental issues.Applications available at:  High school volunteer at Point Defiance Zoo: camps, zoo […]

Tacoma Light TrailDecember 31 – January 14, 5 – 9pmDecember 31 Light ParadeIt’s all FREE, walkable/drivable and perfect to light up the darkest winter nights. Enjoy the New Year’s Eve Light Parade featuring a fire-breathing dragon and light up the darkest of the years’ nights. Live music, circus acts, dance, light art in Tollefson Plaza […]

5th Annual Oly on IceNovember 17 – January 15Celebrate the season on the ice.  75-minute sessions available.  Book online for advance tickets or on-site, on a first-come/first served basis. We highly recommend using the online option to ensure you’re able to reserve your preferred time. Tickets may be purchased at the ice rink, but quantities may […]

Comedy UndergroundJanuary 11, 7:30pmComedy Underground is back to make you laugh.  Each event features a new slate of touring comedians that are sure to make you laugh out loud!  Recommended for ages 18+.Washington Center Black Box512 Washington St SE, Olympia360.753.8586, washingtoncenter.org

Giraffes Can’t DanceJanuary 12, 6pmIn this stage adaptation of the beloved children’s book, with puppets, African rhythm, and lots of dancing, Gerald the Giraffe learns that his differences are what make him special.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org 

Black Box Jazz: Alexy NikolaevJanuary 12, 8pmAlexey Nikolaev has performed at jazz festivals all over the world. He has made Seattle his home since 2000 and regularly performs and records with other Seattle jazz artists.Washington Center Black Box512 Washington St SE, Olympia360.753.8586, washingtoncenter.org

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Martin Luther King Jr. Annual EventJanuary 12, 7:30pmSPSCC invites the community to its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Event to gain valuable perspectives on the pursuit of educational equity. Spencer Paysinger, former NFL linebacker and accomplished speaker, takes the stage to deliver a keynote address on “Overcoming the Obstacles […]

Heritage Skills Workshop: Curing & ButcheringJanuary 13This Heritage Skills Workshop provides hands-on learning experiences with a variety of valuable historic skills. Learn the art of curing & Butchering in this workshop.Fort Nisqually Living History MuseumFive Mile Drive, Point Defiance Park, Tacoma253.404.3970, fortnisqually.org 

Mimosa 5kJanuary 14, 9:30amGrab your girlfriends and make a weekend outing. Sunday, we run/walk a flat 5K route and afterward enjoy Mimosas (discounted price),   great food and friendship.South Sound Running115 Meridian S Puyallupwebsite https://raceroster.com/events/2023/63909/mimosa-5k

Iranian Daf Music WorkshopJanuary 14, 1 – 2:30pmFree. 12+Join guest artists Jan and Tovas Porvas of Tora’dan for a free 1.5-hour workshop to learn about and enjoy the Iranian Daf. Daf is a Middle Eastern frame drum musical instrument in use for thousands of years, both for popular and classical music in South and Central […]

MLK Day of ServiceJanuary 14, 9am – noonServe the Tacoma Community by volunteering your time on Martin Luther King Jr Day at these parks:  Oak Tree Park, Point Defiance Park, Senator Rosa Franklin Park.Register and learn more: metroparkstacoma.org/eventsMetro Parks Tacoma