Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration! See, hear, experience Northwest Coast Native American Art and Music at Tillicum Village during our 2008 Native American Indian HONOR DAY scheduled for ...more

Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration! See, hear, experience Northwest Coast Native American Art and Music at Tillicum Village during our 2008 Native American Indian HONOR DAY scheduled for both Wednesday, August 20 at 4:30 and Sunday, August 24 at 11:30. Featured on the Wednesday, August 20th program is the TwoBirdz Singers Drum Group and on Sunday, August 24 will be Michele Grace, Native American Flute Player. Both Honor Days will showcase an Art Exhibit by Native American Indian, Zona Shroyer.

HONOR DAY is a day dedicated to celebrate the special contributions made by
Native American peoples. HONOR DAY activities will include featured special
entertainment, a cruise from Seattle’s Central Waterfront to Tillicum Village on Blake Island, authentic salmon bake, Tillicum Village Dancers, HONOR Circle Ceremony, HONOR DAY petition, and Art Exhibit

Reservations: Call Tillicum Village at 206-933-8600. The four hour HONOR DAY
Tour is $59 (a special rate) for adults/seniors THESE TWO DAYS ONLY. <<less

Hear from leading baratric physican Dr. Ki Oh, and learn about obesity the associated health problems and surgical options available.
Register today for this free seminar in Puyallup. We can help ...more

Hear from leading baratric physican Dr. Ki Oh, and learn about obesity the associated health problems and surgical options available.
Register today for this free seminar in Puyallup. We can help you manage your weight, reclaim your body, and lead a healthier, happier life. <<less

This summer, as a complement to Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible, local calligraphers serve as artists-in-residence in the museum’s Open Art Studio. They demonstrate calligraphy technique ...more

This summer, as a complement to Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible, local calligraphers serve as artists-in-residence in the museum’s Open Art Studio. They demonstrate calligraphy techniques and provide instruction for visitors of all ages. <<less

One of three American artists illuminating The Saint John’s Bible, Suzanne Moore of Vashon Island discusses the process of working with an international team of artists based in Wales and the techniqu ...more

One of three American artists illuminating The Saint John’s Bible, Suzanne Moore of Vashon Island discusses the process of working with an international team of artists based in Wales and the techniques she uses to create her illuminations. <<less

Enjoy a 9-hole or 18-hole round of golf with friends, family, co-workers, or business associates while supporting the Northwest Youth Sports Alliance (NYSA) and Meadow Park Junior Golf activities. Aft ...more

Enjoy a 9-hole or 18-hole round of golf with friends, family, co-workers, or business associates while supporting the Northwest Youth Sports Alliance (NYSA) and Meadow Park Junior Golf activities. Afterwards, sample several different exciting wines courtesy of WineStyles Wine & Gifts.
For non-golfers, wine-tasting only reservations are available. All participants must be 21 years of age and have valid identification.

Golf and participation prizes will be awarded each month to several lucky attendees.

To reserve your spot for the tasting, pre-payment is required. Sorry, no refunds or rain checks available. Walk up participation will be available only on a space available basis. <<less

"Singing in the Rain" will be shown. Don't forget your chair & blankey! Times are approximate. All shows begin at dusk. Special thanks to Friends of the Peninsula Library, Gig Harbor Kiwanis, and ...more

"Singing in the Rain" will be shown. Don't forget your chair & blankey! Times are approximate. All shows begin at dusk. Special thanks to Friends of the Peninsula Library, Gig Harbor Kiwanis, and Kitsap Bank. <<less

Puyallup's unique boutiques, salons and shops invite you to experience what makes Downtown Puyallup so special.
On Friday, August 22 participating businesses will be offering, at their location, a ...more

Puyallup's unique boutiques, salons and shops invite you to experience what makes Downtown Puyallup so special.
On Friday, August 22 participating businesses will be offering, at their location, a brief seminar or special service related to their business. Participating businesses include:
- Chicks Golf, Too!
- Corkscrew Cellars
- Dog Daze
- Horatio's
- Johnson Jewelers
- Kristy's Boutique
- Pioneer Bakery
- Puyallup Custom Frame and Art
- Swanky's Couture and Salon
Open until 8pm for your convenience, be sure to stop by to meet the shop owners, win a door prize and enjoy light appetizers and complimentary beverages.
Come and explore Downtown Puyallup. We are professional, stylish, tasty and fun! <<less

Join the Gig Harbor Family YMCA on August 22 for activities throughout the day and evening!

Face Painting, Temporary Tattoos, Arts & Crafts, Balloon Animals, Open Swim, Popcorn, Snow Cones, ...more

Join the Gig Harbor Family YMCA on August 22 for activities throughout the day and evening!

Face Painting, Temporary Tattoos, Arts & Crafts, Balloon Animals, Open Swim, Popcorn, Snow Cones, Turkey Dogs, Family Dancing and More! <<less

Each Friday in August, Garfield Book Company at PLU will host a book club for children ages 7-12. A new selection will be read each month. August’s book is “Holes” by Lewis Sachar, a humorous story of ...more

Each Friday in August, Garfield Book Company at PLU will host a book club for children ages 7-12. A new selection will be read each month. August’s book is “Holes” by Lewis Sachar, a humorous story of punishment and redemption. Call the store for a reading schedule. <<less

On August 23rd, 2008 the Freighthouse Square will host Tacoma's first "Community Block Party", an event we hope will be the beginning of a new tradition.


Join us in the fun and spirit o ...more

On August 23rd, 2008 the Freighthouse Square will host Tacoma's first "Community Block Party", an event we hope will be the beginning of a new tradition.


Join us in the fun and spirit of bridge building, while we share our businesses and styles with the Tacoma Community.

The convenience of the Link Light Rail will make it easy for shoppers and party goers to take in the whole city experience.

We're looking for participants, sponsors, and excitement. <<less

In the Company of the Courtesan by Sarah Dunant is a powerfully descriptive story of Venice in the 1500’s. The seductive courtesan Fiammetta and her quick-witted dwarf companion Bucino encounter a cit ...more

In the Company of the Courtesan by Sarah Dunant is a powerfully descriptive story of Venice in the 1500’s. The seductive courtesan Fiammetta and her quick-witted dwarf companion Bucino encounter a city of temptations and dangerous secrets. <<less

Bike Ride Around Puget Sound The Ride Around Puget Sound (RAPSody) is a challenging and scenic recreational bike ride of 165 miles with 9,000 feet of elevation gain. RAPSody is a 2-day ride with a 1-d ...more

Bike Ride Around Puget Sound The Ride Around Puget Sound (RAPSody) is a challenging and scenic recreational bike ride of 165 miles with 9,000 feet of elevation gain. RAPSody is a 2-day ride with a 1-day option that starts and ends at Tacoma Community College. Registration includes rest stops, mechanical support, luggage transport, indoor or outdoor camping at Shelton High School, showers, ferry fare, souvenir socks and lots of music along the way. For more information, visit www.rapsodybikeride.com or call 206-577-6999. You can register online at www.active.com. <<less

Join us in the discovery of twelve small production Washington wineries at the Fred Oldfield Western Heritage Center located just inside the Red Gate of the Puyallup Fair & Events Center.

Th ...more

Join us in the discovery of twelve small production Washington wineries at the Fred Oldfield Western Heritage Center located just inside the Red Gate of the Puyallup Fair & Events Center.

This event will benefit Arts Downtown, Puyallup's Outdoor Gallery & the Fred Oldfield Western Heritage Center, two non-profits working to bring the arts to the Puyallup community. <<less

 Godspell is a 1970 musical by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak. It opened off-Broadway on May 17, 1071 and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since.  The structu ...more

 Godspell is a 1970 musical by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak. It opened off-Broadway on May 17, 1071 and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since.  The structure of the musical is that of a series of parables, taken primarily from the Gospel of Matthew. These are then interspersed with a variety of modern music set primarily to lyrics from traditional hymns, with the passion of Christ treated briefly near the end of performance <<less

Tacoma Art Museum presents the works of the eight 2008 Neddy Artist Fellowship nominees this summer, May 31 through August 24, 2008. The Neddy Artist Fellowship is one of the few unrestricted cash awa ...more

Tacoma Art Museum presents the works of the eight 2008 Neddy Artist Fellowship nominees this summer, May 31 through August 24, 2008. The Neddy Artist Fellowship is one of the few unrestricted cash awards granted to visual artists in the Northwest, established by the Behnke Family and the Behnke Foundation. The Foundation recently announced this year’s finalists. The artists selected for painting are Catherine Cook, Randy Hayes, Denzil Hurley, and Robert Yoder. The finalists for ceramics are Doug Jeck, Peter Olsen, Akio Takamori, and John Taylor. The names of the two Fellowship recipients – one in each category – will be announced at the Tacoma Art Museum Members’ Opening Saturday, June 14 at 7 pm. Admission to that event is free for members and $10 for non-members. <<less

Join us Fridays and Saturdays for two nightly seatings and Sundays for brunch from June 20, 2008-September 14, 2008. At 6,872' you'll dine with a breathtaking view of Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Range ...more

Join us Fridays and Saturdays for two nightly seatings and Sundays for brunch from June 20, 2008-September 14, 2008. At 6,872' you'll dine with a breathtaking view of Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Range. Enjoy fine dining Northwest style with a view you won't find anywhere else! The newly rennovated Summit House Bistro is Washington's highest restaurant. Scenic chairlift rides will not be offered this summer. Dining with us is your only way to the top! Dinner Seatings:June 20-July 27 Alpenglow Seating 6pm, Sunset Seating 8:30pm Aug. 1-Sept. 13 Alpenglow Seating 5:30pm, Sunset Seating 8pm
Brunch package:June 22-Sept. 14 (Sundays only). $49* per person includes your chairlift ride, brunch, coffee or tea and juice. *Tax and gratuity is not included. <<less

Community agricultural fair open to exhibitors of all ages.
The fair was established as a regular part of our community service program providing a time and place for a community get-together, a d ...more

Community agricultural fair open to exhibitors of all ages.
The fair was established as a regular part of our community service program providing a time and place for a community get-together, a day of recreation, sports, good eats, and friendly competition. Throughout the years, the fair has served to perpetuate the friendships, old and new, formed in the community. <<less

Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect is the first exhibition to look at the art and 40-year career of Lino Tagliapietra. Widely revered as the maestro of glassblowing, Tagliapietra is an inspiring teacher ...more

Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect is the first exhibition to look at the art and 40-year career of Lino Tagliapietra. Widely revered as the maestro of glassblowing, Tagliapietra is an inspiring teacher and the elder statesman between the glass centers of Venice, Italy and the Pacific Northwest. In 1979 at the age of 45, he first came to Seattle in response to an invitation to teach at the young Pilchuck Glass School where he unhesitatingly shared his knowledge, universally elevating the art and craft of glassmaking and changing the course of contemporary glass. The exhibition comprises 169 objects acquired from the artist’s own collection and collections around the world, including pivotal and renowned series of artistic work, designs made for industry, and private objects that have never been exhibited. <<less

Urinetown the Musical is an award-winning satirical comedy musical, poking fun at local government, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement, and petty-minded, smalltown politics. The show features music ...more

Urinetown the Musical is an award-winning satirical comedy musical, poking fun at local government, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement, and petty-minded, smalltown politics. The show features music and lyrics by Mark Hollmann, and book and lyrics by Greg Kotis. Urinetown is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. <<less

Grab your camera and head outside. Spend the summer capturing the excitement of nature around you. Once you have your favorite shot enter it in Trek's Photo Contest. Entries due Friday, Aug 1.
...more

Grab your camera and head outside. Spend the summer capturing the excitement of nature around you. Once you have your favorite shot enter it in Trek's Photo Contest. Entries due Friday, Aug 1.

Images will be on display Aug 16-27 in the Cheney Children's Discovery Center. Info and rules are online at nwtrek.org. <<less

To celebrate the summer season and the arrival of Tall Ships in Tacoma (July 3–7), Tacoma Art Museum presents a small selection of maritime-themed prints in the Murray Family Event Space. These images ...more

To celebrate the summer season and the arrival of Tall Ships in Tacoma (July 3–7), Tacoma Art Museum presents a small selection of maritime-themed prints in the Murray Family Event Space. These images—ranging from the traditional to the abstract—salute life on the water and the people who call it home. <<less

Dante Marioni: Form, Color, Pattern is a mid-career survey comprising thirty exceptional glass works crafted over the past two decades by esteemed artist, Dante Marioni. Marioni studied with Lino Tagl ...more

Dante Marioni: Form, Color, Pattern is a mid-career survey comprising thirty exceptional glass works crafted over the past two decades by esteemed artist, Dante Marioni. Marioni studied with Lino Tagliapietra and is known for his mastery of Venetian techniques to create graceful glass forms in bold colors and with classic lines. In his hands, the traditional vessel is transformed into modern sculpture with shape and surface simultaneously minimalist and delicately complex. Included in the exhibition are pieces from the artist’s personal collection as well as one multi-vessel wall display made specifically for this exhibition. <<less

Play and discover Chinese culture and language without ever leaving Tacoma. Children 2 1/2 and older, along with their grown-ups, explore Mandarin language and Chinese customs through music, tradition ...more

Play and discover Chinese culture and language without ever leaving Tacoma. Children 2 1/2 and older, along with their grown-ups, explore Mandarin language and Chinese customs through music, traditional stories, games and art. <<less

This summer, as a complement to Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible, local calligraphers serve as artists-in-residence in the museum’s Open Art Studio. They demonstrate calligraphy technique ...more

This summer, as a complement to Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible, local calligraphers serve as artists-in-residence in the museum’s Open Art Studio. They demonstrate calligraphy techniques and provide instruction for visitors of all ages. <<less

Organized to complement Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect, this exhibition includes a selection of sculptural work in glass by fifteen distinguished contemporary artists who have an historic and endurin ...more

Organized to complement Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect, this exhibition includes a selection of sculptural work in glass by fifteen distinguished contemporary artists who have an historic and enduring association with glass master Lino Tagliapietra. Artists represented include Nancy Callan, Dale Chihuly, Paul Cunningham, Dan Dailey, Jen Elek, Flora C. Mace and Joey Kirkpatrick, Dante Marioni, Richard Marquis, Benjamin Moore, James Mongrain, Janusz Pozniak, Richard Royal, Preston Singletary and David Walters. <<less

This summer, as a complement to Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible, local calligraphers serve as artists-in-residence in the museum’s Open Art Studio. They demonstrate calligraphy technique ...more

This summer, as a complement to Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible, local calligraphers serve as artists-in-residence in the museum’s Open Art Studio. They demonstrate calligraphy techniques and provide instruction for visitors of all ages. In addition to Saturdays, this program occurs on Free Third Thursdays, July 17 and August 21, 12–8 pm. <<less

Created by world-renowned sound artist Janet Cardiff, The Forty Part Motet is an award-winning sound installation based on the choral composition Spem in Alium by the English composer Thomas Tallis. W ...more

Created by world-renowned sound artist Janet Cardiff, The Forty Part Motet is an award-winning sound installation based on the choral composition Spem in Alium by the English composer Thomas Tallis. Written in 1573 for a forty-voice choir, Spem in Alium is one of the most intricate and beautiful compositions of the English Renaissance. The Forty Part Motet recreates a performance of Tallis’s complex choral work that requires eight choirs of five voices (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, and bass). Eight groups of five speakers arranged in a large oval allow visitors to experience the choral composition from the vantage point of the individual performers. Based in British Columbia and Berlin, Janet Cardiff works with sound, movement, film, video, and photography. In collaboration with her partner, George Bures Miller, she represented Canada at the Venice Biennale in 2001 and has had two internationally traveling exhibitions. This rare presentation of The Forty Part Motet was organized by Tacoma Art Museum. <<less

Illuminating the Word: The Saint John's Bible presents the only handwritten and illuminated Bible commissioned since the advent of the printing press more than 500 years ago. The Saint John's Bible is ...more

Illuminating the Word: The Saint John's Bible presents the only handwritten and illuminated Bible commissioned since the advent of the printing press more than 500 years ago. The Saint John's Bible is a contemporary work created in the tradition of handwritten medieval manuscripts. The artistic director of the project, Donald Jackson, is one of the world's foremost calligraphers and has worked with scribes and artists to write and illuminate The Saint John's Bible using quills and paints hand-ground from precious minerals and stones. Theologians from Saint John's Abbey and University and the College of Saint Benedict, together with consultants from other faiths, have worked with Jackson, providing theological briefs that direct the interpretation of scripture in the illustrations. Based on these briefs, Jackson and his team of scribes and artists have created illuminations reflecting a multicultural world and humanity's enormous strides in science, technology, and space travel. Because the project is an interfaith undertaking, Jackson has incorporated imagery from Eastern and Western religious traditions, as well as influences from Native American cultures. <<less

Pacific Northwest artists display and sell their original maritime art in Maritime Fest's juried art show held at the Foss Waterway Seaport Museum. Exhibitors compete for $800 in cash prizes. All medi ...more

Pacific Northwest artists display and sell their original maritime art in Maritime Fest's juried art show held at the Foss Waterway Seaport Museum. Exhibitors compete for $800 in cash prizes. All mediums are accepted.

This year's juror is Al Johnsen.

The show opens on Thursday, Aug. 21, and continues through Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008. <<less

Telling Stories includes about forty pieces, many of them visitor favorites from the museum’s collection. Several are recent acquisitions that have never been on view as part of the permanent collecti ...more

Telling Stories includes about forty pieces, many of them visitor favorites from the museum’s collection. Several are recent acquisitions that have never been on view as part of the permanent collection before. Each piece explores how artists capture the spirit and essence of narrative tales. Sections of the exhibition are divided into character, represented by portraiture; setting, through landscape and still life; and plot development and resolution, through figurative works. Visitors are invited to share their musings with the entire community by writing the wall-label text. Simply answer “what part of the story does this image represent?” Every few months new labels are created from visitor submissions. <<less

Come witness the expansion of the great Ottoman Empire. The Karpeles Manuscript Museum is now showing Turkish Educational Maps. Journey from the Holy Crusades to the New World and from the Vikings t ...more

Come witness the expansion of the great Ottoman Empire. The Karpeles Manuscript Museum is now showing Turkish Educational Maps. Journey from the Holy Crusades to the New World and from the Vikings to maps of the heavens; and play a bit of name that country flip-flop. Was that Florida or Korea. This exhibit runs from July 1st through September 23rd. We are located at 407 South “G” Street in Tacoma, across the street from the Seymour Botanical Conservatory. <<less

A market offering fresh flowers, produce, food, wood crafts, jewelry, and other handcrafted arts from nearly 100 vendors. Located in the quaint and scenic fishing town of Gig Harbor, WA 
Ten minu ...more

A market offering fresh flowers, produce, food, wood crafts, jewelry, and other handcrafted arts from nearly 100 vendors. Located in the quaint and scenic fishing town of Gig Harbor, WA 
Ten minutes from Tacoma across the Narrows Bridge
Entertainment - Free Parking - Kids Activities - Hot Food <<less

Join curator Fred Poyner for an in-depth look at the exhibition Faces of Leadership: Presidential Portraiture. The program includes a 45-minute presentation during which Poyner talks about the preside ...more

Join curator Fred Poyner for an in-depth look at the exhibition Faces of Leadership: Presidential Portraiture. The program includes a 45-minute presentation during which Poyner talks about the presidential works of art on display and the artists who created them, including Seattle's "first sculptor" James Wehn. A guided gallery tour of the exhibition follows. Registration is not required.Artists far and wide have created images of our presidents and displayed them for all to see. These creative works surpass mere physical representations, providing historical continuity and a visible legacy for our nation. Faces of Leadership: Presidential Portraiture features more than 30 artworks and images from the permanent collections of the Washington State Historical Society, including sculpture busts, coins and medallions, and snapshots of presidents on the move. This exhibit is on view now through October 5, 2008. <<less

Every Thursday from June through October the Theatre District blossoms with an exciting array of sights, sounds and smells. Since 1990, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, handcrafted artisan breads ...more

Every Thursday from June through October the Theatre District blossoms with an exciting array of sights, sounds and smells. Since 1990, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, handcrafted artisan breads, quality hand-made gifts, toe tapping music and fresh flowers have beckoned shoppers from near and far. This festive community event has become a Thursday tradition in Tacoma, offering the best flavors, sights and smells that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Come join the fun, and visit with the people who grow the freshest produce offered in the South Sound. Parking - Ride the Tacoma Link! Park your car at the Tacoma Dome Park and Ride-located at 25th street and D street and take the latest in transportation… the Tacoma Link! It’s Free! <<less

Every Saturday, throughout the Market season, local farmers and food vendors offer a changing selection of fresh food and produce, including organic fruit and vegetables. You can also find plants and ...more

Every Saturday, throughout the Market season, local farmers and food vendors offer a changing selection of fresh food and produce, including organic fruit and vegetables. You can also find plants and cut flowers, grass-fed meat, fresh caught salmon, locally cultured cheeses, bakery items, hot food and select garden-related crafts and products. The Master Gardeners will even be on hand to answer your gardening queries.In addition, the Market showcases local musicians and performers. Look for our upcoming special events including Kid's Days and performances by Dance Theatre Northwest. <<less

The thematic selection from Tacoma Art Museum’s permanent collection explores how artists capture the spirit and essence of narrative tales. Following closely the narrative structure of stories, theme ...more

The thematic selection from Tacoma Art Museum’s permanent collection explores how artists capture the spirit and essence of narrative tales. Following closely the narrative structure of stories, themes include character, setting, and plot development and resolution. The exhibition includes many favorites from the museum’s collection, surveying works made from the late 1890’s to the present in a