HAPPY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER 7.5.24

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Arts & Entertainment:

  • On Saturday, July 27th, from 12 PM to 4 PM, Tacoma Community House and The REACH Center will host a vibrant celebration of Pride at 1314 S L St, Tacoma, WA 98405. This four-hour event is open to everyone and promises an exciting afternoon filled with live performances, delicious food, and a welcoming community atmosphere.


    The event will feature music performances by Raptor Tractor, College Radio, and Bowler and Spoons. Dance enthusiasts can look forward to captivating routines by Tacoma Swing, B-Ond (a K-pop group), and the Blue Mouse Theater’s Rocky Horror Picture Show ensemble. In addition to these performances, attendees can enjoy sets by B+S, DJ Lady V, and the Blue Mouse Dancers.

    A special highlight of the day will be the fashion show by Black Sheep Resale, showcasing unique and stylish pieces. Alongside the fashion show, there will be an art exhibit, workshops, food stalls, and prizes.

    The celebration is supported by generous sponsors, including The Mix, Tricky’s Pop Culture Emporium, Seattle Credit Union, ProTec17 (Labor Union), and the Tacoma Glass Blowing Studio. The event will also feature vendors from the LGBTQ+BIPOC community, offering a variety of goods and services.
    Tacoma Community House and The REACH Center are seeking local artists and performers to participate in this event. Interested performers can contact Vanessa Garcia at vgarcia@tacomacommunityhouse.org, while potential vendors can reach out to Amanda Mayer at amayer@tacomacommunityhouse.org.

    Join them for a joyous and inclusive celebration of Pride. This event is an excellent opportunity to come together, celebrate diversity, and enjoy an afternoon filled with music, dance, art, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this fantastic cultural celebration.

  • [image] butoh

    Tacoma is set to host its first-ever Butoh dance workshop on August 3rd and 4th at the Tacoma Armory. The event, organized in collaboration with ACE at Tacoma Arts Live, promises to immerse participants in the transformative world of Butoh, an avant-garde dance form that originated in post-war Japan in the 1950s and has since become a celebrated international performance art.

    The workshop, titled "Radical Resonance: A Butoh Workshop," will be conducted by Julie Becton Gillum, a master teacher with over 40 years of experience in dance and 27 years of dedicated Butoh practice. Gillum, the artistic director of the Asheville Butoh Festival, brings a wealth of knowledge and international acclaim, having performed and taught across the US, Europe, Asia, and Mexico.

    Participants in the workshop will delve into the possibilities of their bodies in their natural form through exercises derived from Noguchi Taiso, a practice that emphasizes natural, effort-free movement. These exercises will help dancers strip away societal and cultural behaviors, allowing their bodies to respond freely to sensations, forces, and emotions. The workshop aims to expand the participants' range of movements to include the subtle, avant-garde, fading, and unleashed bodies.
    Noguchi Taiso, central to the workshop, proposes that movement should not fight gravity but embrace it, using its force to assist natural responses. This principle has been widely adopted by Butoh and dance practitioners in Japan for its ability to make the body more transparent and aligned with universal forces.

    Gillum’s extensive background includes influential mentorships with renowned Butoh artists such as Anzu Furukawa, Diego Piñon, Yoshito Ohno, and Natsu Nakajima. Her recent performances at prominent events like the Amsterdam Butoh Festival, Seattle Butoh Festival, and NYU Abu Dhabi Art Museum have been highly acclaimed, further cementing her reputation in the Butoh community.
    Visit Tacomaartslive.org for more information.

  • [image] tacoma arts armory

    The Tacoma Arts Commission invites Tacoma artists and creatives, working in all artistic disciplines and mediums, to apply for the Tacoma Studio Tour and/or Arts at the Armory. You only need to fill out one application to be considered for either or both events.

    About the Tacoma Studio Tour:
    The Tacoma Studio Tour, happening October 12 & 13, is an exciting opportunity to invite the public into your working studio or performance space, give demonstrations of how you make your work, or host a simple interactive activity with the community. The emphasis of this tour is on raising awareness of artists and creatives and providing opportunities for the community to connect to the arts. Your working studio and/or a performance space must be located in Tacoma. A studio is defined as a location where artwork is created on a consistent basis. There is no fee to apply and/or participate in the Tacoma Studio Tour.

    About Arts at the Armory:
    Arts at the Armory, happening December 7 & 8, is an arts market for Tacoma-based artists and creatives who would like to share and/or sell their work with the community, side by side with other creatives, all under the roof of the Tacoma Armory. You are not required to provide a hands-on experience or demonstration at this event. There is no fee to apply and/or participate in Arts at the Armory.

    Eligibility:
    The following eligibility criteria applies for both the Tacoma Studio Tour and Arts at the Armory:

    • You must live within the Tacoma city limits and/or your regular working studio or performance space must be located within the Tacoma city limits

    • Your work must be created, performed, and/or made by you; not commercially acquired and/or appropriated

    If applying for the Tacoma Studio Tour and you would like to be a guest at another artist’s studio location, the eligibility guidelines listed above still apply. Each artist or creative in a group studio needs to submit their own application, work samples, and artist statement.
    Creatives and artists who identify as members of the Global Majority; Black, Brown, Indigenous, People of Color (BBIPOC); African, Latinx, Arab, Asian, Native-American (ALAANA) communities; economically or socio-economically marginalized communities; LGBTQIA+ communities, and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

    How to Apply: Visithttps://tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit
    Apply
    by Friday, June 28, 2024, 11:59 pm

    More Info: Visit www.cityoftacoma.org/artsopps for complete information about these opportunities
    Questions? Feel free to contact Daniel Garcia at (253) 453-9793 or dgarcia2@cityoftacoma.org

  • As a material, glass is ubiquitous. However, it is more than just the screen on your smartphone. Glass is an artistic medium, capable of using a vibrant visual language to convey powerful ideas about who we are, and how we feel about the world around us.

    Like painters with a palette, glass artists harness the unique qualities of molten glass to make artwork capable of telling the same stories art has been telling for centuries. Glass can create landscapes that represent the world around us; reflect how we see ourselves and others in portraits; compose still lives that discuss our relationship to our material culture; or be sculpted in abstract works that convey emotion and ideas.

    Out of the Vault: Art History 101 takes visitors on a visual journey through the four basic pillars of art history: landscape, portraiture, still life, and abstraction, showcased through new and significant acquisitions from the Museum’s collections.

    Learn More About the Exhibition: https://museumofglass.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5a870521dbe3b51dba8cef848&id=d531591125&e=3f2ff75373

  • The weekend of July 27th and 28th 10:00am - 4:00pm both days.
    Where: The Tacoma Armory 1001 S Yakima St, Tacoma WA

     Learn the art of improv comedy in a safe and supportive environment from the Founder of Bandit Theater: Annie Barry. Annie has been teaching improv for 12 years, having started at the Upright Citizen's Brigade Theater in New York City and performing there for 5 years. She has also taught in New Orleans, Washington D.C., Oakland, and Baltimore. She moved to Seattle to found Bandit 6 years ago and it has become the home for long form improv in Seattle. She moved to Tacoma a year and a half ago with a passion of bringing game based (chicago style) long form to the area with Bandit. Bandit has a new residency for shows starting in September at Real Art Tacoma! Come learn improv and get involved with this growing community! More info about Bandit Theater here! https://www.bandittheater.org/

    Payment
    plans and scholarships are available! Just email Annie@bandittheater.org

    Tickets here:
    https://bandittheater.vbotickets.com/event/Improv_1_You_are_Enough_Tacoma_Intensive/131772

  • [image] grocery bag trail

    Got a ton of reusable grocery bags, cloth tote bags, or mesh produce bags taking up space?

    We are asking the great people of Tacoma to bring old mesh produce bags or old unusable cloth grocery/tote bags to the Tacoma Landfill Recycling Center. Our Artist in Residence for Environmental Services, Teruko Nimura, will transform these bags into an art piece showcasing the massive scale of waste we produce daily, weekly, and yearly. Join us in creating a powerful statement on waste and sustainability.

    Gather the materials and bring them to the Tacoma Landfill Recycling Center located at 3510 S Mullen St. Donations are being accepted from July 15 – August 15, 2024. Donations are accepted between 8am and 6pm Monday – Saturday. Please donate your clean, reusable grocery bags, cloth tote bags, and mesh produce bags at the Recycle Center.

    Special thank you to the crews at Tacoma Environmental Services and the City of Tacoma for making this possible.

    For more information, please contact Teruko Nimura at n-tnimura@cityoftacoma.org or message us here!

    DANIEL GARCIA (he/him)
    Community Programs Specialist
    Arts & Cultural Vitality Division
    253.830.6763
    Tacoma Creates

TV & Film Reviews

  • By: Elizabeth Malloy

    [image] a quiet place

    A woman named Sam finds herself trapped in New York City during the early stages of an invasion by alien creatures with ultrasonic hearing

    A Quiet Place is one of the most surprising horror franchises of the 21st century. Performing at a consistent level of quality that has shown no signs of slowing down. This consistent level of quality continues with A Quiet Place: Day One, a prequel film showing the first days of the alien invasion that caused the entire world to go silent. Even though it succumbs to the same flaws as its predecessors, it's still a thrilling ride that will make you hear your heartbeat.

    We follow Sam (Lupita Nyong’o), a terminally ill cancer patient, and her therapy cat, Frodo, as they struggle to survive an alien invasion in one of the noisiest places on Earth, New York City. As she realizes her time is limited, she decides to make the dangerous trek across NYC to fulfill her dying wish, a slice of Paty’s pizza. With this basic synopsis, Sam’s story will either deeply resonate with you, or would grossly frustrate you. It can easily be said that seeing someone do everything you are not supposed to do during an alien invasion, can be infuriating to watch due to their stupidity. However, in a Quiet Place: Day One, their “stupidity” is logical as they know they are already dead man. Thus I surprisingly found myself moved by Sam’s journey as she fulfilling her dying wish. Her journey was filled with themes of morality and facing the inevitability of death, which hit way harder than it should have been. This guttural reality is brought beautifully to life by Lupita Nyong’o. She perfectly portrays all of the anger and frustration of one's life being taken away too soon but gives a hidden warmth and wisdom to her character that can only be found in those whose days are numbered. And she manages to encapsulate these layers without saying a single word.

    On her journey, Sam meets Eric (Joseph Quinn), a student studying to be a lawyer, and he becomes her unlikely companion during the apocalypse. Now it is hard not to be frustrated with his character, as he is mostly sane and a perfectly healthy individual, but he decides to go on this su!c!dal journey with Sam. Yet, his need for companionship during the end of the world was deeply resonating. This resonance was played perfectly by Joseph Quinn, who proves himself to be more than just this Stranger Things breakout role. His performance is touching, sweet, and occasionally funny, as he encapsulates his character's struggle without saying a single word.

    As previously stated, A Quiet Place: Day One does succumb to the same flaws as its predecessor, such as the alien's supersonic hearing being inconsistent, but it is still a thrilling ride nonetheless. Even though we may not be able to see the horrors of an alien invasion, we sure do hear them. The film's sound design is impeccable as the quietest of frequencies feels like a church bell ringing, ringing to the sound of death. This intense sound design will keep you on the edge of your seat as we see our characters make the dangerous trek across New York City for that famous Paty’s Pizza.

    Overall, A Quiet Place: Day One lives up to its predecessor by being one of the best horror franchises to come out of the 21st century. Even though it has the same tragic flaws as its predecessors, it is still a thrilling entry into this original franchise. Plus it Frodo the Cat lives, so that is always a bonus.

    My Rating: B+

  • By: Elizabeth Malloy

    [image] kinds of kindness

    A man seeks to break free from his predetermined path, a cop questions his wife's demeanor after her return from a supposed drowning, and a woman searches for an extraordinary individual prophesied to become a renowned spiritual guide.

    After being thoroughly disappointed and disgusted by 2023 Poor Things, I was glad Yorgos Lanthimos was teaming up again with Efthimis Filippou, who wrote Dogtooth, The Lobster, and The Killing of the Sacred Deer. This reunion signified Yorgos’s return to his roots as he explores the comedic humiliation of personal, societal, and familial degradation. This comedic degradation can be warmly welcomed in Kinds of Kindness. Now if you are not a fan of classical Yorgos Lanthimos, then this film will most likely not be for you. However, if you love his classical work, then you will warmly embrace Kinds of Kindness.

    Kinds of Kindness is an anthology film telling three separate tales, with the ensemble playing different characters in each part. Each story is vaguely connected, with only the title being the one clear similarity. Even though the quality varies among the three tales, I readily enjoyed each one.

    The first tale, is my favorite of the three, as we follow Robert (Jesse Plemons), who is fired by his toxic, god-like boss, Raymond (Willem Dafoe), who dictates every element of his life. Soon he becomes desperate to win over his former boss as his life begins to fall apart. This story is a tragic tale of the vicious and abusive cycle of control and rebellion, between god and man. It is a fascinating and hilarious deconstruction of how we let others dictate how our lives are being lived. From the score being our character's inner monologue chanting “No”, to the broken John McEnroe racquet, this story fully embraces the absurdity of control that others will have on us.

    The second tale is the one that I am most confused by. Daniel's (Jesse Plemons) wife, Liz (Emma Stone), returns home after being lost at sea for several months, for him only to believe that she is not his wife. This story is unsettling and alien, yet it is the most muddled out of the three. I first believed that this was going to be a commentary on the tragedy of falling out of love because your spouse doesn’t feel like the same person anymore. However, the story transformed into something that I didn’t recognize. The story drags out about 10 minutes longer than it should and has an ending that will leave you scratching your head. It has some excellent moments scattered throughout, but I was left confused by its end.

    The final tale comes as a return to form for the short stories but has some structural and narrative issues that plague it from greatness. We follow two cult members (Stone and Plemons) as they search for a necromancer to spread their gospel. This cult is unkind and rarely shows compassion to each other outside of sex. Yet when a normal person does something horrific, it highlights there is no escape from the cruelness of the world. I believe that this tale had the potential to be the best of the three given it has emotional stakes with Stone's character as she is torn between the cult and her family. But the story becomes muddled as it drags out its story. However, it has the best ending of the three tales that will leave you dying from uncomfortable laughter.

    As with all Lanthimos films, the performances from his ensemble are outstanding. Here Jesse Plemons takes the lead, in the first two tales, and it is hard not to see why he won Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival. His comedic timing is impeccable as he perfectly infuses himself with Lanthimos’s dry humor. Yet within his comedy, he finds tragedy within his characters that is filled with soul. Emma Stone co-leads with Plemons in the second and leads in the final tale. However, it is in the final character that she truly shines as she gives her character an emotional depth that would have been lost if it was not for her performance. The rest of the ensemble is great, even though I would have liked to have seen more screen time from some actors. I would have loved to have seen more from Hong Chau, Margaret Qualley, Willem Dafoe, and Mamoudou Athie in each story.

    Overall, Kinds of Kindness is a strange film that will not be for everyone. It is not the best work that Lanthimos has ever done, but it is easily his most ambitious and experimental film to date, to which I give him a badge of respect.

    My Rating: B

Recreation

  • Metro Parks Tacoma is inviting the community to join their "50+ Walk the Parks" series, offering guided walks at various parks throughout July. This initiative aims to encourage physical activity and social engagement among individuals aged 50 and above.
    The walking series will take place at four scenic locations:

    • Browns Point Lighthouse Park – Friday, July 5, 9:00-10:00 a.m.

    • Dune Peninsula – Friday, July 12, 9:00-10:00 a.m.

    • Swan Creek Park – Friday, July 19, 9:00-10:00 a.m.

    • Wapato Park – Friday, July 26, 9:00-10:00 a.m.

    These walks provide an excellent opportunity to explore some of Tacoma's most beautiful parks while enjoying the health benefits of regular physical activity. Participants can look forward to an hour of leisurely walking in a group setting, perfect for making new friends and discovering new local spots.
    For more information about this event and other free family activities offered by Metro Parks Tacoma this summer, visit their website

  • In Lakewood, American Lake a popular destination (located at 9222 Veterans Drive SW), offers a swimming beach, picnic areas, a playground, and restrooms. The park provides a scenic and family-friendly environment for swimming and other recreational activities. Nearby, Harry Todd Park also offers a lakeside beach perfect for swimming, fishing, and picnicking, along with additional amenities like basketball courts and picnic shelters.


    Another great spot in Pierce County is Spanaway Park, situated along Spanaway Lake (at 14904 Gus G. Bresemann Road S.) The park features two swimming beaches, a boat launch, a fishing pier, and various other recreational facilities including playgrounds and sports fields. The park's large area and diverse amenities make it a favorite for families and outdoor enthusiasts​ .


    Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma offers a unique blend of urban and natural experiences for water enthusiasts. While swimming is not the primary activity in the waterway itself, it is an ideal spot for kayaking and paddleboarding.


    Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals: Foss Harbor Marina is a prominent location for renting watercraft in the area. They offer single kayaks, double kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs). Rental prices are:

    • Single Kayak: $30 for two hours, $50 for four hours

    • Double Kayak: $40 for two hours, $70 for four hours

    • SUP Paddleboard: $35 for two hours, $60 for four hours

    The rental includes all necessary safety equipment such as life vests, paddles, and bilge pumps. Free parking is also provided with all rentals​.
    Dock Street Marina, another great option for rentals, offers:

    • Single Kayak: $20 for the first hour, $5 for each additional hour

    • Double Kayak: $25 for the first hour, $10 for each additional hour

    These marinas provide excellent opportunities to explore the calm waters of Thea Foss Waterway and enjoy views of Tacoma landmarks such as the Museum of Glass, Union Station, and the Tacoma Dome.
    For more information about renting equipment and exploring Thea Foss Waterway, you can visit the websites of Foss Harbor Marina and Dock Street Marina.

    Enjoy your adventure on the water!

  • By TahomaBirdAlliance.org

    Before you fire up the mower or hedge trimmer, keep in mind that for many of our local birds, mid summer is still nesting season--and some birds build nests in grass or even in dirt. This behavior is called ground nesting. The nest pictured above, barely visible in the tall grass, belongs to a dark-eyed junco, one of Washington State's native songbirds.

    Know Before you Mow

    -If you plan to mow grass, carefully walk around the area first and look out for ground nesting birds. Don't worry if you scare the parents off the nest--they'll be back once you've left the area. Leave about a 6 foot radius of uncut grass around the nest and cut it once the birds have fledged.

    -Check for nests before trimming shrubs or low hanging tree limbs. Hummingbirds are one species that will be sitting on eggs at this time of year, and their nests can be very small--so check thoroughly!

    -If the yard work can't be avoided, move the nest to the nearest safe location, then wait until the parent birds have returned. Sustained disturbance can cause birds to abandon a nest--wait at least several hours, ideally until the following day, before doing any further work near the nest.

    Attend a July 5th Cleanup

    Fireworks leave behind a lot of litter. You can help by attending a July 5th clean up. Washington State Parks has partnered with Coast Savers to offer beach clean ups on the ocean coasts of Washington State.
    Find A July 5th Cleanup

  • By Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife  ·Don’t touch wildlife. You’re not having a Disney moment. You smell like trail mix.We know, we know - the wildlife is cute. They’re persuading - but don’t give in. Be strong. Keep your chips and hands to yourself. Follow the Rule of Thumb. What’s the Rule of Thumb?Hold out your arm in front of you and give a big "thumbs up!"

    👍

    Position your thumb in line with your vision over the animal you are watching. Now you’ve got it!If the pad of your thumb covers the animal, you are at a safe viewing distance. If not, back away until you are at a safer distance. If the animal still seems disturbed or overly curious and is altering its natural behaviors, continue to distance yourself from the animal.Trust us, it’s for the best.Photo: A collage of two photos demonstrating the Rule of Thumb. In the first photo, the person's thumb is extended upward in front of a log. In the second photo, the person moved their thumb slightly to the side, revealing the ground squirrel sitting on the log in the distance.

    [image] thumb

Neighborhood News

  • [image] all youth can eat

    From July 1st to September 1st, 2024, the All-Youth-Can-Eat campaign is bringing the largest restaurant-led youth feeding program in the Northwest to help combat food insecurity among hungry children and college students. With the alarming statistic that 1 in 6 children in Washington State and 4 out of 10 college students face food insecurity, this initiative aims to make a significant impact by providing free meals.
    Each day of the week, designated restaurants in Tacoma and Seattle will offer free meals to kids 18 and under and college students aged 18-24 with a college ID. Participants simply need to visit the participating restaurants during the specified hours to enjoy their meals.
    Tacoma Locations:

    • Sunday: Go Philly, 1524 Tacoma Ave S, 2 PM - 4 PM

    • Monday:

      • Memos, 2710 N Proctor St, 9 AM - 12 PM

      • Red Elm Cafe, 1114 M.L.K. Jr Way, 2 PM - 4 PM

    • Tuesday:

      • Southern Kitchen, 1716 6th Ave, 2 PM - 4 PM

      • Vuelve a la Vida, 5310 Pacific Ave, 2 PM - 4 PM

      • El Toro, 5716 N 26th St, 3 PM - 5 PM

    • Wednesday: Pho King, 7902 S Hosmer St, 2 PM - 4 PM

    • Thursday: Rayford's BBQ, 5415 S Tacoma Way, 11 AM - 2 PM

    • Friday: Shake Shake Shake, 723 E 34th St, 2 PM - 4 PM

    Seattle Locations:

    • Everyday: Other Coast Cafe, 5315 Ballard Ave NW, all day during restaurant hours

    • Monday: Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Cantina, 9747 44th Ave NW, 3 PM - 5 PM

    • Wednesday: Just Like Home Jamaican Kitchen, 9625 Renton Ave S, all day during restaurant hours

    • Thursday: Taco Street, both Tacoma and Seattle locations, all day during working hours

    Participants are encouraged to scan the QR code on the poster and fill out a brief information form before ordering. Updates and further details about the campaign can be found at www.thepeacebus.org.
    Join them in supporting this important initiative and help spread the word to ensure no child or student goes hungry this summer.

  • Wednesday, a significant disruption occurred on Everett highway SR 529 after a large sinkhole emerged. Authorities determined that it was caused by unauthorized tunneling beneath the road. They promptly responded by closing the affected section to ensure public safety and to assess the damage.

    As of Thursday, the highway has been successfully repaired and reopened to traffic. Crews worked overnight to fill the sinkhole and reinforce the area to prevent further incidents.

    The person responsible for the tunneling has not been identified publicly.

    If you have information about this individual, please send it to newsroom@weekly-volcano.com. Even though this is outside our coverage area, we Tacomans love a good tunnel story. 

    Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUcqA5gsA38

  • Shop Local Tacoma, a group of local business owners, has launched its inaugural Tacoma Small Biz Bingo event as of July 1st. The event runs through the end of the month, this initiative aims to attract new shoppers to lesser-known Tacoma businesses while promoting community engagement.

    Bingo cards, priced at $3 each and limited to one per person, can be purchased online or at participating stores. Shoppers earn marks on their bingo cards by making purchases at these stores. However, transactions are not the only way to participate; players can also complete fun challenges.
    The event features over 40 different prizes, with multiple items available, including a Sasquatch keychain from Hive Co., movie tickets at the Grand Cinema, and $50 plants from Jade & Co. Shop Local Tacoma hopes the event will invigorate the local economy and foster deeper community ties.

    On their website, organizers emphasize the broader mission: “It's about more than just transacting; it's about nurturing connections, fostering growth, and building a thriving ecosystem where everyone flourishes. Whether you're restocking moisturizer from the beauty supply shop, picking up a locally handcrafted candle, or simply strolling through your neighborhood, you're part of something special — you're supporting dreams, livelihoods, and the soul of Tacoma.”

    For more information about purchasing a bingo card, prize details, and the event itself, visit the Shop Local Tacoma website. https://shoplocaltacoma.com/

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Get Your Tickets for the NEXT Art Bus Tour!

Enjoy a guided tour of art exhibits during Third Thursday Artwalk. You get to park and ride a school bus, meet new friends, enjoy free snacks and maybe win a prize! Tickets are $15 for regular, or $25 for VIP which includes a giftbag full of goodies from local businesses! We meet in downtown Tacoma on the Third Thursday each month at 6pm, outside of Method Coffee at 822 Court A. Get tickets online here.

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WEEKEND CALENDAR PREVIEW

Friday, July 5th

ROOTS: A Photographic Journey by Rose Shepherd, Photoland Gallery Evergreen State College Evans Hall (through Aug. 30th)

Spacious Rambles Exhibit by Becky Frehse
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Lakewold Gardens

Monthly - TNC Stewardship Work Party #communityisaverb 9:00am - 12:00pm Tacoma Nature Center

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: A Literary Horror Campaign on Discord Virtual Pierce County Library 3:30pm - 5:45pm

Outdoor Happy Hour
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Monthly - Fiberholics Anonymous Meetup Crafters, Fiber Lovers, Bring Your Projects, Self Care, Never Enough Yarn 5:00pm - 7:00pm Craftopia

Weekly - Open Mic - Copper Coins
Copper Coins, 6:00PM - 9:00 PM

Nate Jackson
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Club

The Shore Break with Nine to Fyah, Tha Wurm and The Tones 7:00pm - 10:00pm Jazzbones

Fast Track Fridays at Cheney Stadium
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM, Cheney Stadium

Karaoke at Hilltop A GO-GO
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM, Hilltop A Go-Go

Karaoke - Spuds
7:00 PM - 11:45 PM, Spuds Pizza Parlor

Weekly - Tea for T
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Crescent Moon Gifts

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical Tacoma Musical Playhouse 7:30pm

Knee Deep
Zesty Steakhouse Lakewood, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Karaoke - Fireball Karaoke @ Rock the Dock, 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Rock the Dock Pub & Grill

Monolithic Metal Night
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM, Overkill Lounge

Karaoke - Camp Bar with Ava King
9:00 PM - 11:59 PM, Camp Bar

Dancing & DJ at Vibe Dive Lounge
Dancing, DJ, Good Eats, Full Bar 9:30 PM - 11:59 PM, Vibe Dive Lounge

LA FLARE FRIDAYS @ Rise & Shine Cabaret
9:30 PM - 11:45 PM, Rise And Shine Cabaret Cafe

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Saturday, July 6th

Western Washington Summer Dog Show Cluster
WA State Fair Grounds
Free

Weekly - Awakening Yoga Class Virtual Class, 7:30am - 9:00am

Puyallup Farmers Market
Pioneer Park Pavilion, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Haunted Farmers Market S. 54th and South Tacoma Way 9:00am - 2:00pm

Monthly - China Lake Volunteer Work Party #communityisaverb 9:00am - 12:00pm China Lake Park

Weekly - Discovering Defiance: Drop-in Hikes at Point Defiance
9:00 AM, Point Defiance Park

Spacious Rambles Exhibit by Becky Frehse
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Lakewold Gardens

Weekly - Intuitive Rune Readings and Folk Healing Sessions with Espen
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM, Crescent Moon Gifts

Weekly - Readings with Rowan of Flying Rowan Healing Arts
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM, Crescent Moon Gifts

The Kareem Kandi World Orchestra 2:00pm - 5:00pm Apizza Little Italy

Karaoke at Spuds Pizza Parlor - ALL AGES
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Spuds Pizza Parlor

You Are Here 2024 - Hosted by Sean the Salmon
4:00 PM - 11:45 PM, Bob’s Java Jive

Toke and Taste of Tacoma 420 Lounge 6:00pm - 11:45pm

End of Days “Searching For A Way Out” Record Release Show 6:00pm, Real Art Tacoma

Farrelli's Family Four Pack
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Cheney Stadium

Seltzer Saturday at The Ball Game
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Cheney Stadium

Nate Jackson
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Club

Karaoke at Hilltop A GO-GO
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM, Hilltop A Go-Go

Karaoke - Spuds
7:00 PM - 11:45 PM, Spuds Pizza Parlor

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
7:30 PM, Tacoma Musical Playhouse

An R Rated Magic Show
Pantages Theater 8:00 PM

Artiificial Heat//Fluttering//Bok Suna 8:00pm - 11:30pm New Frontier Lounge

Island Mix Band Zesty Steakhouse Lakewood 8:00pm - 11:00pm

Karaoke - Lucky Silver 8:00pm - 11:45pm Lucky Silver Tavern

3 Trick Pony 9:00pm - 11:35pm Dawson’s Tavern

Nevermind - Seattle’s Tribute to Nirvana 9:00pm - 11:30pm at Jazzbones

Karaoke - Camp Bar with Ava King
9:00 PM - 11:59 PM, Camp Bar

Dancing & DJ @ Vibe Dive Lounge
9:30 PM - 11:59 PM, Vibe Dive Lounge

Salon Di Stiles Presents: The Market on 6th Ave 2202 6th Ave at 9:21pm

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Sunday, July 7th

Weekly - Community Breakfast
8:30 AM, Urban Grace

Spacious Rambles Exhibit by Becky Frehse 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Lakewold Gardens

Remembering Our Roots Forest Immersion 10:00 am - 11:30 am Lakewold Gardens

Monthly - Tacoma Sunday Market Courthouse Square 1102 A Street 11:00am - 4:00pm

Monthly - 1st Sunday Community Potluck 11:45am - 1:00pm Center for Spiritual Living Tacoma

FIG Share Day - Wapato Hills Park
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Wapato Hills Park

Crafting from the Gardens: Layers Leaf Paintings 1:30pm - 3:30pm Lakewold Gardens

Smile Sundays at The Ball Game
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM, Cheney Stadium

Rose' All Day at The Ball Game
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM, Cheney Stadium

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical Tacoma Musical Playhouse 2:00pm

Music From Home: American Focus 3-Native American Composers: Connor Chee 3:00pm Lakewold Garden

PLU Trail Walking Moai with Blue Zones Project, Meet at Olson Auditorium PLU, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Weekly - Big Band Dance Hall Hour
Meridian Habitat Park, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Door Guys
7:00 PM, Tacoma Comedy Club 6th Ave.

Nate Jackson 7:00pm - 11:00pm Nate Jackson’s Super Funny Comedy Club

Karaoke - North End on Pearl
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM, North End on Pearl

Weekly Pinball Tournament @ The Airport
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, The Airport Tavern

Karaoke - Club Silverstone
9:00 PM - 11:45 PM, Club Silverstone

For full calendar with more details, go to weekly-volcano.com/calendar