Soft Power

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 […]

WA State History Museum: 2024 Blue Star Museum

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

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 […]

Southwest Washington Fair

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 ACM

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 […]

Harlequin’s Season Announcement & Gala

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 & Stroll

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 Brewfest

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 Exhibit

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

Pink at the Park

Pink at the ParkAugust 18, 1:35pmPink at the Park is Tacoma Rainiers baseball with activities aimed at raising breast health awareness. The event also serves as a platform to honor survivors and warriors, while raising funds to support patients in need of financial assistance.Cheney Stadium2502 S Tyler St, Tacoma2024 Pink at the Park with the […]

Tiptoe Through the Tide Pools

Tiptoe through the Tidepools at Titlow BeachAugust 18, 9am – 12pmTiptoe through the Tidepools is free and open to all ages with no registration required. More information is available on the Tacoma Nature Center’s website at TacomaNatureCenter.com.Titlow Beach Park8425 6th Ave, TacomaLow Tide Beach Walks – Metro Parks Tacoma

Remembering our Roots Forest Immersion

Remembering our Roots Forest Immersion  First & Third Sundays Year-round, 10 – 11:30am 14+ Forest Immersion is an intentionally slow-paced experience that helps participants break from their daily stress and rejuvenate their whole selves. Join Ybarra, a trained forest therapy guide, who will introduce a series of thoughtful prompts that encourage meaningful observation and connection […]