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
Our editors will review and post within a few business days.
Destiny City Film Festival (DCFF) will present its eighth edition from Feb. 26 to March 7, 2021 in a hybrid format featuring virtual screenings and limited in-person events.
In addition to 10 days of film screenings, the Festival, funded by Tacoma Creates, will feature informative and entertaining panels and workshops curated by the DCFF Advisory Board.
Founded in 2014, the Destiny City Film Festival is a homegrown, true-Tacoma community event, inspired by our city’s nickname – The City of Destiny – and built to showcase and celebrate cinematic storytelling from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. DCFF’s mission is to use the power of vibrant cinematic storytelling to curate an engaged community audience for independent film. Visit DestinyCityFilmFestival.com and DCFF’s social media pages to stay up-to-date on the Festival’s virtual and limited in-person structure. Details will be shared as they become available, based on public health guidelines and Advisory Board recommendations.
Destiny City Film Festival (DCFF) will present its eighth edition from Feb. 26 to March 7, 2021 in a hybrid format featuring virtual screenings and limited in-person events.
In addition to 10 days of film screenings, the Festival, funded by Tacoma Creates, will feature informative and entertaining panels and workshops curated by the DCFF Advisory Board.
Founded in 2014, the Destiny City Film Festival is a homegrown, true-Tacoma community event, inspired by our city’s nickname – The City of Destiny – and built to showcase and celebrate cinematic storytelling from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. DCFF’s mission is to use the power of vibrant cinematic storytelling to curate an engaged community audience for independent film. Visit DestinyCityFilmFestival.com and DCFF’s social media pages to stay up-to-date on the Festival’s virtual and limited in-person structure. Details will be shared as they become available, based on public health guidelines and Advisory Board recommendations.
Destiny City Film Festival (DCFF) will present its eighth edition from Feb. 26 to March 7, 2021 in a hybrid format featuring virtual screenings and limited in-person events.
In addition to 10 days of film screenings, the Festival, funded by Tacoma Creates, will feature informative and entertaining panels and workshops curated by the DCFF Advisory Board.
Founded in 2014, the Destiny City Film Festival is a homegrown, true-Tacoma community event, inspired by our city’s nickname – The City of Destiny – and built to showcase and celebrate cinematic storytelling from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. DCFF’s mission is to use the power of vibrant cinematic storytelling to curate an engaged community audience for independent film. Visit DestinyCityFilmFestival.com and DCFF’s social media pages to stay up-to-date on the Festival’s virtual and limited in-person structure. Details will be shared as they become available, based on public health guidelines and Advisory Board recommendations.
Destiny City Film Festival (DCFF) will present its eighth edition from Feb. 26 to March 7, 2021 in a hybrid format featuring virtual screenings and limited in-person events.
In addition to 10 days of film screenings, the Festival, funded by Tacoma Creates, will feature informative and entertaining panels and workshops curated by the DCFF Advisory Board.
Founded in 2014, the Destiny City Film Festival is a homegrown, true-Tacoma community event, inspired by our city’s nickname – The City of Destiny – and built to showcase and celebrate cinematic storytelling from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. DCFF’s mission is to use the power of vibrant cinematic storytelling to curate an engaged community audience for independent film. Visit DestinyCityFilmFestival.com and DCFF’s social media pages to stay up-to-date on the Festival’s virtual and limited in-person structure. Details will be shared as they become available, based on public health guidelines and Advisory Board recommendations.
Looking for a new career? Join us at Hire Pierce County, a free virtual job fair with more than 400 hiring opportunities! On March 17, you can connect with employers throughout Pierce County from industries including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, security, law enforcement, and trades.
Register today at hirepiercecounty.easyvirtualfair.com
Employers at this month’s job fair include Aero Precision, Bradken, Concrete Technology Corporation, Korean Women’s Association, LiUNA Local 252, Milgard Windows & Doors, MultiCare Health System, Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, Sound Credit Union, and Walgreens
The National Wildlife Federation is offering a specialized, multi-week online training to teach you how to help others create and restore wildlife habitat in backyards, schoolyards, and other private and public areas. You get to meet and interact with local conservation professionals and other similarly interested folks while participating in this engaging, fun and highly informative online program!
Benefits include: a comprehensive, digital training manual with local resources; instruction from local professionals; and continued support from NWF staff.
Expert speakers will present on topics such as:
-Gardening for wildlife
-Improving soil quality
-Habitat restoration
-Mushrooms and fungi
-Bird friendly gardening
-And much more!
Classes will take place May 25th, 27th, June 1st, and 3rd from 6:00 – 7:00 pm via a free video conference platform.
A COVID-safe School Yard Habitat installation field trip will be held Saturday, May 29th and Sunday, May 30th. Participants are asked to attend one, but are welcomed to attend both events.
REGISTER AT: https://pierceco2021.brownpapertickets.com
*Scholarships are available! No one will be turned down due to lack of funds. Email WAEducation@nwf.org for more information.
**We will be sending you regular workshop communications via email. Please give us a valid email address at checkout so that we can email you an invitation to the online workshop, and other important program updates.
The National Wildlife Federation is offering a specialized, multi-week online training to teach you how to help others create and restore wildlife habitat in backyards, schoolyards, and other private and public areas. You get to meet and interact with local conservation professionals and other similarly interested folks while participating in this engaging, fun and highly informative online program!
Benefits include: a comprehensive, digital training manual with local resources; instruction from local professionals; and continued support from NWF staff.
Expert speakers will present on topics such as:
-Gardening for wildlife
-Improving soil quality
-Habitat restoration
-Mushrooms and fungi
-Bird friendly gardening
-And much more!
Classes will take place May 25th, 27th, June 1st, and 3rd from 6:00 – 7:00 pm via a free video conference platform.
A COVID-safe School Yard Habitat installation field trip will be held Saturday, May 29th and Sunday, May 30th. Participants are asked to attend one, but are welcomed to attend both events.
REGISTER AT: https://pierceco2021.brownpapertickets.com
*Scholarships are available! No one will be turned down due to lack of funds. Email WAEducation@nwf.org for more information.
**We will be sending you regular workshop communications via email. Please give us a valid email address at checkout so that we can email you an invitation to the online workshop, and other important program updates.
The National Wildlife Federation is offering a specialized, multi-week online training to teach you how to help others create and restore wildlife habitat in backyards, schoolyards, and other private and public areas. You get to meet and interact with local conservation professionals and other similarly interested folks while participating in this engaging, fun and highly informative online program!
Benefits include: a comprehensive, digital training manual with local resources; instruction from local professionals; and continued support from NWF staff.
Expert speakers will present on topics such as:
-Gardening for wildlife
-Improving soil quality
-Habitat restoration
-Mushrooms and fungi
-Bird friendly gardening
-And much more!
Classes will take place May 25th, 27th, June 1st, and 3rd from 6:00 – 7:00 pm via a free video conference platform.
A COVID-safe School Yard Habitat installation field trip will be held Saturday, May 29th and Sunday, May 30th. Participants are asked to attend one, but are welcomed to attend both events.
REGISTER AT: https://pierceco2021.brownpapertickets.com
*Scholarships are available! No one will be turned down due to lack of funds. Email WAEducation@nwf.org for more information.
**We will be sending you regular workshop communications via email. Please give us a valid email address at checkout so that we can email you an invitation to the online workshop, and other important program updates.
The National Wildlife Federation is offering a specialized, multi-week online training to teach you how to help others create and restore wildlife habitat in backyards, schoolyards, and other private and public areas. You get to meet and interact with local conservation professionals and other similarly interested folks while participating in this engaging, fun and highly informative online program!
Benefits include: a comprehensive, digital training manual with local resources; instruction from local professionals; and continued support from NWF staff.
Expert speakers will present on topics such as:
-Gardening for wildlife
-Improving soil quality
-Habitat restoration
-Mushrooms and fungi
-Bird friendly gardening
-And much more!
Classes will take place May 25th, 27th, June 1st, and 3rd from 6:00 – 7:00 pm via a free video conference platform.
A COVID-safe School Yard Habitat installation field trip will be held Saturday, May 29th and Sunday, May 30th. Participants are asked to attend one, but are welcomed to attend both events.
REGISTER AT: https://pierceco2021.brownpapertickets.com
*Scholarships are available! No one will be turned down due to lack of funds. Email WAEducation@nwf.org for more information.
**We will be sending you regular workshop communications via email. Please give us a valid email address at checkout so that we can email you an invitation to the online workshop, and other important program updates.
Join us for the 2021 VIRTUAL Dog-A-Thon!
Every dollar raised makes a lifesaving difference for animals who rely on us for a second chance.
Whether it’s providing an animal with rehabilitation from cruelty and neglect, helping a family adopt a new pet or returning a companion to their owner, your participation helps make lifesaving work possible. You will also strengthen the crucial programs and services we provide to our community, such as low-cost/free spay and neuter and pet food for families in need.
In the coming year, the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County will care for nearly 10,000 animals in need! By joining Dog-A-Thon, you’ll help give each one a second chance they deserve.
Fundraising
The most effective way to fundraise for the pets in need is by registering on this page and using our online fundraising tools, including an easy Facebook integration.
If you receive cash and checks, you can keep track of the donations with this form. Please print the form, fill it out completely and mail the donations in a marked envelope to:
The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce CountyAttn: Development
2608 Center Street
Tacoma, WA 98409
Fees
Registration is free and unlocks personal fundraising tools to help you raise support for animals in need. It also gives you access to engaging online content, including behind-the-scenes tours, fundraising contests, social media surprises, and more!
Store
Click here to purchase your commemorative 31st annual Dog-A-Thon t-shirt and show your love for Pierce County’s pets!
T-shirts will ship directly to you!
Virtual Vendor Village
Take a walk through our Virtual Vendor Village! Even though we can’t be together to celebrate all things DOG, we invite you to browse through, enjoy, and support our favorite animal-loving businesses and vendors. Please consider supporting the retailers who support the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County!