Summer in the Puget Sound has a way of coaxing everyone outside. Long evenings, soft breezes off the Sound, and that unmistakable Pacific Northwest glow make dining alfresco feel less like a meal and more like a small celebration. Tacoma's Waterfront Icons Few places capture the spirit of a South Sound summer like Tacoma’s Ruston Way. The boardwalk is practically a … [Read more...] about What’s Cooking? Dining Alfresco
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Saint Martin’s University Announces Chef Renee Erickson as Gala Host
Saint Martin's University has announced that the 2026 Saint Martin's Gala will feature James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Renee Erickson as its celebrity chef host. The Saint Martin's Gala, the University's signature fundraising event for student scholarships, will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, in the Hal and Inge Marcus Pavilion on Saint Martin's Lacey … [Read more...] about Saint Martin’s University Announces Chef Renee Erickson as Gala Host
Birth of the American Supercar Now at LeMay America’s Car Museum
LeMay America's Car Museum has a fresh new exhibition you have to check out. The Birth of the American Supercar sizzles as it tells the story of America’s pursuit of performance. From early pioneers and racing legends to today’s cutting-edge icons of engineering and design. The never seen before exhibit featuring rare, historic, and influential vehicles all under one roof. … [Read more...] about Birth of the American Supercar Now at LeMay America’s Car Museum
Tacoma City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
It’s a treasured holiday tradition for many families around the Northwest—going to see The Nutcracker. For one of the area’s best performances, consider attending Tacoma City Ballet’s production. Presented with original scenery and costumes as it first debuted in Russia in 1892, Tacoma City Ballet performs The Nutcracker at the Pantages Theater. Led by a cast of talented … [Read more...] about Tacoma City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Summer Splash
The Hands On Children’s Museum hosted Olympia’s favorite outdoor garden party, the Summer Splash! The fundraiser brings together 400 community and business leaders to support Access for All at the Museum. Held under the twinkle lights in the Museum’s beautiful half-acre Outdoor Discovery Center, the space was transformed into a “Sunset Soiree” with tropical plants, glowing … [Read more...] about Summer Splash