Pierce County Events Calendar

Pierce County Events Calendar

This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Pierce County, including Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood and beyond.

Have an event that isn’t listed? Please email events@SouthSoundTalk.com with the following information:

  • Name of Event
  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
  • Cost
  • URL to purchase tickets
  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of the event
  • Photo

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Nov
1
Tue
Craftopia: Kids Acrylic Paint Class (4 weeks) @ Craftopia
Nov 1 @ 4:00 pm

Have a kiddo that is interested in learning to paint with acrylics? This class is great to get them started! Ms. Payette from Payette’s Fine Art is teaching a four-week course. It will include the basics on getting started with painting, techniques, and will focus on acrylic paint and some mixed media.

$100 per child. Recommended for ages 7-10 years old. Class runs for four consecutive Tuesdays.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Craftopia: Beginning Hand Pottery for Kids (4 weeks) @ Craftopia
Nov 1 @ 5:00 pm

Payette from Payette’s Fine Art will be teaching this fun and messy beginning pottery course. Your kiddos will have a chance to let their imaginations run wild while sculpting and molding their clay into a work of art. All pottery will be hand-sculpted. We will not be using a pottery wheel for this class.

$100 per child. Recommended for ages 8-12 years. Class runs four Tuesdays in September.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Hey Singers! 
Nov 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 

Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard

Nov
2
Wed
Craftopia: Earrings 101 class @ Craftopia
Nov 2 @ 5:00 pm

Master Crafter Darcy Jones will be teaching this fabulous class all about how to make earrings. Crafters will learn the various techniques to make stunning jewelry and will get to pick out their own jewels and gems to make their own unique creations.
$25/person includes all materials to make several pairs of earrings. Ages 14+.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Nov
3
Thu
Craftopia: Crystal snowflake ornaments for Adults @ Craftopia
Nov 3 @ 5:00 pm

Be ready to break out the holiday spirit (and the crystals) as we create beaded holiday ornaments. Using a wire form, you will get to string beads in a variety of patterns to make something truly unique to you. Each participant will go home with one beautifully sparkly ornament and the know-how to make more at home. These make wonderful gifts.
$20 per person. This class is for ages 12+.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Nov
4
Fri
Craftopia: Tree of Life Pendant class @ Craftopia
Nov 4 @ 5:00 pm

Learn how to create a “tree of life” pendant using wire wrapping and natural stone chips. These beautiful necklaces are not only stunning, but make the perfect gift. We will teach you the basic techniques and you will head home with a beautiful piece.
$30 per person. Ages 14+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Nov
5
Sat
Craftopia: Holiday Card Making class @ Craftopia
Nov 5 @ 12:00 pm

Learn several different styles of holiday cards and make them your own! This two hour class is devoted to card making in all it’s paper glory. Our instructor will show you 4 different holiday card designs and how to create them. You then have the rest of the time to create to your heart’s content.
$20 per person. Ages 8+ recommended. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Craftopia: Shrinky Dink Fun! @ Craftopia
Nov 5 @ 2:00 pm

Shrinky Dink materials are not just for kids anymore! Join us as we play with stamps, paints and markers to create unique pieces. We will shrink and cover the pieces in resin here in the studio. With these pieces, we can help you make a keychain, pendant, earrings, or an ornament to hang.
$15 per person. Ages 6+. Under $12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Tacoma Distillery Festival @ Tacoma Distillery Festival
Nov 5 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sample spirits from Northwest distilleries at the return of Tacoma Distillery Festival! Meet the makers, and discover your new favorite tipple to purchase and take home just in time for the holidays. Included with your ticket is a souvenir shot glass and six (6) tasting tokens

Funds raised will support the work of Tacoma Arts Live’s Arts Access and Education programs.

Craftopia: Origami for Kids @ Craftopia
Nov 5 @ 3:30 pm

This beginning origami class will focus on teaching children the ancient art of paper folding. We’ll learn the basic folds and how to create several simple shapes.
$10/person. Geared towards ages 7-12 but older is welcome to attend. Includes all supplies.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com