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.

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Agenda
Agenda
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Jan
1
Sun
26th Annual Model Train Festival @ Washington State History Museum
Tickets
Jan 1 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Take your family and friends on a magical journey through the marvelously detailed world of model railroads at the Washington State History Museum!
Friday, December 16, 2022 – Sunday, January 1, 2023
Closed Saturday and Sunday, December 24 and 25
The Model Train Festival brings railroad clubs from around Puget Sound to share their incredible, room-sized layouts in the History Museum! Every floor of the museum comes alive with trains, from the Kitsap Live Steamers 7.5 inch gauge railroad engines to the Mount Rainier N-Scale layout featuring miniature scenery of Western Washington and so many more. Plus, the largest permanent model train layout in Washington is always on display at the museum on the fifth floor, operated by Puget Sound Model Railroad Engineers. Train operators will be on hand for questions and conversations.
This joyful event wouldn’t be complete without a festive photo opportunity! Step into our seasonal backdrop for free selfies. Remember to pick up your collectible button at the Model Train Festival!
WSHS members enjoy the Model Train Festival for FREE! Members are also invited to a very special members-only night on Saturday, December 17 for exclusive access to the Model Train Festival with special treats and activities! Join today and get exclusive member benefits, free museum admission for a year, and more.
Purchase tickets online or at the museum. Admission is free for members!
Note: Outside discounts and library passes are not valid during Model Train Festival.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Seasonal and Holiday Events
Jan
3
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Jan 3 @ 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

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts
Jan
4
Wed
Craftopia: Pom Pom Wall Art class @ Craftopia
Tickets
Jan 4 @ 5:00 pm

Stunningly simple! A pompom wall hanging is sure to be a conversation piece, but is so easy to make. Come learn how to make your own pompoms and create something wonderful and unique for your wall.
$15 per person. Ages 16+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts folk arts textile arts
Craftopia: Earrings 101 class @ Craftopia
Tickets
Jan 4 @ 5:30 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

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts Jewelry making
Jan
5
Thu
Food For Thought With NuBo3 @ Online
Tickets
Jan 5 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Please Visit www.NuBo3.com for the Zoom link.

Tune in to the Food For Thought With NuBo3 Podcast with Thrett Brown and NoChillJill as they interview Mindset & Transformation Coach, Roshun Jones.

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Categories: Health and Wellness Workshops, Classes and Lectures
Jan
6
Fri
Craftopia: Macrame Yarn Wall Hanging class @ Craftopia
Tickets
Jan 6 @ 5:00 pm

Make this gorgeous macramé style wall hanging out of a wooden hoop and yarn! Super simple but sure to impress. Learners can choose their color of yarn and will learn a few variations to make their creation unique. Add buttons or beads for a special touch! $15/project includes all supplies. Ages 12+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts textile arts
Craftopia: Magic Wands class @ Craftopia
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Jan 6 @ 5:30 pm

Grab the family and join us as we make magic wands. Using a large variety of materials, you can design and decorate your wand to your heart’s content.
Wands are $10 a piece and constructed from wood. Ages 5+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Kids Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts folk arts
Jan
7
Sat
Craftopia: Dream Catchers class @ Craftopia
Tickets
Jan 7 @ 12:00 pm

Learn how to make your very own dream catcher. We will teach you the threading technique used and provide you with a WIDE array of materials to allow you to design one that is truly your own.
$30 per person. Ages 12+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts
Craftopia: Basic Candlemaking class @ Craftopia
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Jan 7 @ 3:00 pm

Learn about wax, color and fragrance in this candlemaking class. We’ll go over the tools of the trade, what to (and what not to) do, and some helpful hints and tips to get you started in your journey. You’ll walk away with a few handmade candles of your very own once all is said and done.
$25 per person. Ages 16+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts folk arts
Craftopia: Shrinky Dink Fun! @ Craftopia
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Jan 7 @ 4:00 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

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Categories: Family Events Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts
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