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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Agenda
Agenda
March – May 2023 Mar – May 2023
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Mar
18
Sat
Women & The Railroad @ Collins Memorial Library, University of Puget Sound
Tickets
Mar 18 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join Tacoma Historical Society and University of Puget Sound Collins Memorial Library in exploring the contributions of women to the railroad industry with hands on activities, re-enactors, speakers, and a special art exhibit!

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Categories: Local History Tags: railroad tacoma history women
Apr
6
Thu
Aikido Beginner’s Series @ Tacoma Aikikai
Tickets
Apr 6 @ 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm

The Aikido Beginner’s Series is back for the community with a new format to build a foundation for Aikido training. Join us on Thursdays evenings, April 6-27 at 6:45 pm, as we scaffold a structured introduction to the dynamic martial art of Aikido. The one-month Beginner’s Series Membership includes the Thursday night intro class and participation in one additional weekly class. No experience is necessary. Eligible for adult and teens age 16+.

During the Thursday night series, we’ll cover the history and philosophy of aikido, dojo etiquette, safe falling and rolling, and basic responses to a variety of strikes and grabs. Participants can expand their training to join regular dojo classes at any time – before, during, or after the series.

Cost: $80. (Sliding scale and sponsorship rates are available – please ask us if you need it.)

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Sports
Apr
13
Thu
Aikido Beginner’s Series @ Tacoma Aikikai
Tickets
Apr 13 @ 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm

The Aikido Beginner’s Series is back for the community with a new format to build a foundation for Aikido training. Join us on Thursdays evenings, April 6-27 at 6:45 pm, as we scaffold a structured introduction to the dynamic martial art of Aikido. The one-month Beginner’s Series Membership includes the Thursday night intro class and participation in one additional weekly class. No experience is necessary. Eligible for adult and teens age 16+.

During the Thursday night series, we’ll cover the history and philosophy of aikido, dojo etiquette, safe falling and rolling, and basic responses to a variety of strikes and grabs. Participants can expand their training to join regular dojo classes at any time – before, during, or after the series.

Cost: $80. (Sliding scale and sponsorship rates are available – please ask us if you need it.)

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Sports
Apr
14
Fri
Restoring the Past @ Tacoma Historical Society Museum
Tickets
Apr 14 @ 6:30 pm

Friday, April 14 – 6:30pm
THS Museum

Join us at the Tacoma Historical Society Museum for our free monthly talk,
Restoring the Past, presented by architects Jim Merritt & Jeff Ryan. Jim Merritt and
Jeff Ryan have been working together in the Architecture field for over 35 years.
Both Jeff & Jim have a special interest in historic restoration and adaptive re-use.
Jim & Jeff will share their experiences working on the restoration of the Historic
Tacoma Union Station in 1989 and the restoration of the Northern Pacific Railway

Headquarters.

This event is free or by donation. Donations can be made at the door.

Refreshments will be provided.

For questions: 253-472-3738 or info@tacomahistory.org

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/restoring-the-past-tickets-605157661857

Sponsored by Port of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Author Talk Education Local History Workshops, Classes and Lectures
Apr
20
Thu
Ticket to Ride Game Night @ Tacoma Historical Society Museum
Tickets
Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm

Can you build the best railroad across America? Join us for fun and games at the
THS Museum, 406 Tacoma Ave South, as we play the popular strategy game about building your railroad across America in the 20th century.
We will also have some history trivia, snacks, and prizes!
Ticket to Ride is suggested for ages eight and older. This event is free or by
donation. Donations can be made at the door. Games provided by Tacoma
Games.
Reserve your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ticket-to-ride-game-
night-tickets-605217049487
F?or questions: (?253) 472-3738 or i?nfo@tacomahistory.org
Sponsored by Port of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities.

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Categories: Family Events Kids Local History
Aikido Beginner’s Series @ Tacoma Aikikai
Tickets
Apr 20 @ 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm

The Aikido Beginner’s Series is back for the community with a new format to build a foundation for Aikido training. Join us on Thursdays evenings, April 6-27 at 6:45 pm, as we scaffold a structured introduction to the dynamic martial art of Aikido. The one-month Beginner’s Series Membership includes the Thursday night intro class and participation in one additional weekly class. No experience is necessary. Eligible for adult and teens age 16+.

During the Thursday night series, we’ll cover the history and philosophy of aikido, dojo etiquette, safe falling and rolling, and basic responses to a variety of strikes and grabs. Participants can expand their training to join regular dojo classes at any time – before, during, or after the series.

Cost: $80. (Sliding scale and sponsorship rates are available – please ask us if you need it.)

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Sports
Apr
27
Thu
Aikido Beginner’s Series @ Tacoma Aikikai
Tickets
Apr 27 @ 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm

The Aikido Beginner’s Series is back for the community with a new format to build a foundation for Aikido training. Join us on Thursdays evenings, April 6-27 at 6:45 pm, as we scaffold a structured introduction to the dynamic martial art of Aikido. The one-month Beginner’s Series Membership includes the Thursday night intro class and participation in one additional weekly class. No experience is necessary. Eligible for adult and teens age 16+.

During the Thursday night series, we’ll cover the history and philosophy of aikido, dojo etiquette, safe falling and rolling, and basic responses to a variety of strikes and grabs. Participants can expand their training to join regular dojo classes at any time – before, during, or after the series.

Cost: $80. (Sliding scale and sponsorship rates are available – please ask us if you need it.)

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Sports
Apr
29
Sat
Klahowya @ Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Tickets
Apr 29 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Klahowya, means ‘Welcome’ in Chinook Jargon. Get to know Fort Nisqually Living History Museum with hands-on activities, crafts demonstrations and more.

This event is complementary for Pierce County residents, those with Native tribal memberships, and Fort Nisqually Living History Members. These groups do not need to purchase tickets in advance. ID is required for complementary admission!

Fort Nisqually welcomes you to our first Living History event of the year! Learn more at fortnisqually.org.

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Categories: Local History Tags: Fort Nisqually
Dinner with Teddy Roosevelt @ Sons of Norway Normanna Hall, Tacoma
Tickets
Apr 29 @ 6:00 pm

Tacoma Historical Society is pleased to invite you to dine with President Theodore
Roosevelt. The year is 1903 and President Roosevelt is visiting Tacoma, having
just arrived via the Northern Pacific Railroad as part of his Presidential Tour.
Enjoy a catered meal inspired by the original menus from President Roosevelt’s
time aboard the train. Meet the president and dine alongside other historical figures
from Tacoma’s past. Listen to live music, hear Roosevelt speak, and enjoy a drink
from the cash bar, all while enjoying the atmosphere of the historic Sons of Norway, Normanna Hall.
Event begins at 6:00pm for social hour and dinner will be served at 7:00pm.
This event is formal, historic costume encouraged but not required. 2?1 and over
only.
A?ll proceeds go towards supporting Tacoma Historical Society’s mission to preserve, present & promote Tacoma’s History.
For more information call (253) 472-3738.
Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-with-teddy-roosevelt-
tickets-581098620617

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Local History Non-Profit Fundraising Events Theater Performances Tags: #Northern Pacific Railroad #Tacoma Historical Society Teddy Roosevelt
May
5
Fri
Open House-Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club @ Wright Park
Tickets
May 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Want to play a fun game with family and friends?
Come down to the Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club at Wright Park and try bowls…for free!
All equipment will be supplied – just wear flat soled shoes. We’ll teach you the basics. Open to all, come visit.

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Categories: Outdoor Recreation Sports
March – May 2023 Mar – May 2023