pierce magazine july 2013

Pierce MagazineEvents, Resources, & Insider News on Pierce County, WA July 2013 Volume 1. Issue 1

4th of

JulyEvents Listing

Bucket List 8 fun things to do

Midsummer FunFestivals, Concerts & more

Day Trips within

11 miles of Tacoma

Summer

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CONTENTS

4th of July Events Listings 4

Summer Bucket List 8 Fun Things to Do 11

4 Day Trips Within 11 Miles of Tacoma 14

Midsummer Fun 16

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4TH OF JULY EVENTS LISTINGAuburn’s 4th of July Festival

Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Les Gove Park, 1102 Auburn Way South, Auburn WA, 98002

Celebrate our country’s birthday at Les Gove Park in Auburn. This hometown event features live entertain-ment on two stages, 8+ inflatable rides, a climbing wall, trackless train, petting zoo and pony carousel, bocce, a car show, lazer tag, gaming stations, over 50 craft artists, a book sale, food concessions, a spray park and much more! The naturally shaded park will keep you cool during the afternoon. Purchase a wristband for $5 for unlimited activities! Wristband sales begin at 10:00am.Price Free, wristband for $5 for unlimited activities.

Historic Fort Steilacoom presents: Indepen-dence Day in Steilacoom!

Time: 9 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.Location: Town Hall of Steilacoom, 1717 Lafay-ette St., Steilacoom, WA 98388

Lafayette Street becomes the center of the annu-al old-fashioned, hometown Independence Day Parade and Street Fair.

Town of Eatonville Fireworks Display on July 3rd

Time: 5 p.m.Location: Eatonville Elementary School, 209 Lynch Creek Rd. Eatonville, WA

Event kicks off with food and vendors, followed by a variety of entertainment starting at 6 p.m. Bouncy big toys will be there for the kids and a great fireworks display starting at dusk.

Town of Eatonville 4th of July Parade

Time: 12 p.m.Location: Eatonville, WA

City of Dupont 4th of July Pancake Breakfast and Celebration

Time: 7:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.; Fireworks at Patriots Landing at dusk.Location: City of DuPont, WA

At 7:30 the Dynamite Dash begins, followed by the Annual Pancake Breakfast, and at 10 a.m. there will be a hometown Parage honoring Grand Mar-shal Steve Young. Ar 11 a.m. there will be a Cele-bration at Clocktower Park, and at 2 p.m. events will conclude at Clocktower Park. Live music by British Export from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. This event will also feature Bouncy Houses, Pony Rides, and Local Arts & Craft vendors. Fireworks at Patriots Landing at dusk.

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Photos by Stephen GunbyCity of Enumclaw 4th of July Parade

Time: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.Location: Cole Street, Downtown Enumclaw

Bring the family downtown for this holiday tra-dition! Kids, decorate your bikes and join in on the parade if you want! Those interested meet at parade staging at 11:30 a.m. For more infor-mation call the Chamber at: 360-825-7666.

Enumclaw Fireworks Show!

Time: 9:45 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.Location: Sout Sound Soccer Fields, 3240 Mcougall Ave. Enumclaw, 98022

Pack your picnic and head to the Southwood Soccer Fields for the display! Care to donate to the celebration? Get your $5 Centennial pin at the Chamber, Sip City Wines or the Mercantile!

City of Roy 4th of July Parade

Time: Parade begins at 12 p.m.Location: Roy Rodeo Grounds, Higgins Greig Road, Roy, WACost: No entry fees, open seating

10 a.m. - Parade participants enter the Rodeo Grounds/Receive and fill out a participant form to be placed on the right hand side of their vehi-cle or float/ Line Up.

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Tacoma’s Freedom Fair

When: Thursday, July 4 Where: Waterfront at Ruston Way, TacomaWhat: This years Freedom Fair will feature an airshow, live music, fireworks, an international marketplace, and activities for kids. There will be 6 stages of music as well as an African Drum Circle in Marine Park. There will also be a re-mote control car race track, and inflatable toys at Camp Patriot in Marine Park.

Event Cost: By donation. Suggested amounts are: $2 kids, $5 Friend, $10 Leader, $15 Patriot, $45 Fan Club

Getting there:

Park free at the Tacoma Dome Station or at Ta-coma Community College and take the Free-dom Fair Express Bus for hassle-free access right to the main entrance of the Tacoma Free-dom Fair. The bus is not Pierce Transit operated and will cost $5 round trip cash only day of the event. TCC students get a $2 discount for show-ing valid student ID. Purchase bus passes online ahead of time for less hassle. You can park and ride from TCC or the Tacoma Dome.

More info about riding the Freedom Fair Express: http://www.freedomfair.com/bus-service.html Freedom Fair takes place all along Ruston Way waterfront. Pedestrian access is from four entry points. The main entrance is located on McCarv-er Street from North 30th Street in Old Town Ta-coma (where the Freedom Fair Express Bus drops of passengers.

The second pedestrian entrance is in the cen-ter of the event, just walk down the North 36th Street hill to North Alder Way that intersects with Ruston Way (no public vehicular access is avail-able from this road.) The third entrance is from North Ferdinand Street. It provides pedestrian ac-cess as well as vehicular access to the only public parking and disability parking locations (available on a first come first served basis for $15 per car). The fourth pedestrian entrance is from the Town of Ruston via Ruston Way. Vehicles may not enter from this direction.

Note: Vehicles without even issued passes will not have access to Ruston Way on the 4th of July. It is recommended to avoid using Schuster Parkway and the intersection of McCarver Street and North 30th Street in the afternoon. Please use alternate routes. The only general public ve-hicle access will be to the paid parking area at the town of Ruston end of the event site.Schedule online at: http://www.freedomfair.com/

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Tacoma Freedom Fair Entertainment Schedule

Worthy Music Ministries Stage in Dickman Mill Park

11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Martin Henry Project12:15 - 12:30 p.m. Jasmine Fuller12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Tiger & Sydney Paulsen1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Tacoma Air Show3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Foxley4:45 - 5:30 p.m. Tony Easterly and Band5:30 - 6:00 p.m. Upward Bound in The 5th Dimenson6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Swing Low6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Upward Bound in The 5th Dimension plus Special Guests8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Toyin Adekale9:00 - 10:00 p.m. Stacy Shown

Duke’s Chowderhouse Blues Stage

12:00 p.m. The National Anthem sung by Alyx Phippen12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Maia Santell and House Blend1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Tacoma Air ShowBack to Beale Street Blues 2014 FinalPresented by the South Sound Blues Association3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Palmer Jct.4:45 - 5:30 p.m. Crazy Texas Gypsies6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Cody Retnas Band7:15 - 8:00 p.m. Randy Oxford Band8:30 - 10:00 p.m. Memphis All-Star Jam

East End of Marine Park

2:00 - 8:00 p.m. Congo Productions Drum Circle (Play hand made African drums!)

Les Davis Pier Park

ALL DAY Pole Vault Meet (Qualifying for the North American Championships)

Ram Bighorn Stage

11:00- Noon Monster Energy Drink BMX Bike Show

12:00 - 1:15 p.m. The Adventurers1:15-2:00 p.m. Monster Energy Drink BMX Bike Show2:00-3:30 p.m. Staxx Brothers3:30-4:00 p.m. Monster Energy Drink BMX Bike Show4:00-5:30 p.m. Spike from Spike and The Impailers with Fabulous Johnsons5:30-6:00 p.m. Monster Energy Drink BMX Bike Show6:00-7:30 p.m. Rokkerbox7:30-8:00 p.m. Monster Energy Drink BMX Bike Show8:00-9:30 p.m. Blues Brothers Revue

Katie Downs Stage

11:30-12:30 p.m. Destination Unknown12:30-1:30 p.m. Fistful of Dollars1:30-3:00 p.m. Insuburban Avenue3:00-5:30 Midnight Rambler5:30 p.m. Freddie & The Screamers

The Music by The Bay Stage at Jack Hyde Park

5:00-5:54 p.m. Steve Cooley and the Dangerfields6:00-6:45 p.m. Victrola7:00-7:45 p.m. Charles Mack Band8:00-8:45 p.m. Tin Man9:00-10:00 p.m. Cody Rentas Band

America Be Srong Stage at Marine ParkProduced by La Stella Foundation

11:00 a.m.-Noon Duffy Owens & Rev Denial12:00-1:30 p.m. Michael Crain Band1:30-3:30 p.m. Tacoma Air Show3:30-5:30 p.m. America Be Strongcelebrating 100 Years of Music with Tony La Stella & The Goombas6:00-8:00 p.m. Rural Route 38:00-10:00 p.m. Shambala

10:10-10:30 Freedom Fair Fireworks - Synchronized to music on WARM 106.9

SUMMER BUCKET LIST8 Things to do

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1 Dip your toes in the Sound Visit Dashpoint State Park and dip your toes in the Sound. Cost: $10 for a Discovery Day Pass; Free for Discovery Pass holders.

Zip Wild Adventure Courses at Northwest TrekChoose from four zip wild courses that run through Northwest Trek’s tree canopy. It’s a wild adventure for the entire family! Each course contains sections of zip line separated by barriers that must be walked over, climbed or crawled over or clambered through. The challenges vary from course to course, but they include elements such as swinging log bridges; bridges consisting of slatted steps spaced about two feet apart; cargo nets; balance beams; and tight ropes. No course is solely a harness-in-and-slide-along zip line; all require some mental toughness and physical agility. And all are amazingly fun and completely fulfilling. Must wear closed toe shoes and no loose articles of clothing. Cost: $19.95 + Admission to $39.95 + Admission. Ages: 6 and over. Reservations are required.

For more information and to register online: http://bit.ly/11bXgDl

3 Indoor Skydiving at iFly in TukwilaFirst time flyer packages: http://seattle.iflyworld.com/flight-info/first-time-flyer

4Summer Ice Skating at SprinkerAdmission: $6.50 + tax, Adults; $4.50 + tax Senior Citizens (62 and older); $5.50 (+tax) Students (6-17); $4.50

(+tax) Children (5 & under); $2.50 (+tax) Skate rental.

Check online for Open Public Session Schedule: http://bit.ly/15corxd

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Play the Slots at EQC 8http://www.emeraldqueen.com/

5 Enjoy the Races at Emerald DownsCheck out the race schedule online at: http://www.emeralddowns.com/During live racing (April - Sept.), $7.00* admission includes access to the first five levels of the stadium, the Paddock and Park. Kids 17 and under get in FREE and kids 13 and under must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Military personnel with current I.D. receive FREE admission.Simulcast admission is $3 and $2 with Emerald Rewards Card.*Admission is $5.00 with Emerald Rewards Card.Preferred Parking is $7.00 and Valet Parking is $10.00. Parking in the general lot is FREE.

6 Play Put Put GolfParkland Putters Miniature Golf: http://bit.ly/16KJS7L $6.50 13 and over, $5.50 12 and under, $3.50 Extra games10636 Sales Rd S. Tacoma, WA - Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - Midnight, Sun. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.Mike’N’Terry’s Outdoor Fun Park: http://www.mikenterrys.com/ 6326 114th Ave Ct E Puyallup, WA 98371 $6.50 for 1 course, $9.75 for both, Kids under 48” $3.25, Kids under 40” Free

7 See a Drive-in MovieValley 6 Drive-In Theaters401 49th St NEAuburn, WA 98002253.854.1250http://www.valleydriveins.com

EQC Fife Hotel/Casino5700 Pacific Highway E. Fife, WA 98424

EQC I-5 Showroom/Casino2024 E. 29th St. Tacoma, WA 98404

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4 Day Trips Within 11 Miles of Tacoma

9.2 m - Watch the Sunset at Chambers BayWalk the Chambers Creek Golf Course or bring a picnic dinner and a blanket and lounge on the great lawn to watch a breathtaking sunset. The beach is also accessible via a walking bridge over the rail-road tracks. Bring a frisbee or a soccer ball and play a game with friends or family. The park is also pet friendly. There is public parking above the golf course, as well as down by the great lawn.

Chambers Bay, 6320 Grandview Drive West, University Place, WA

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6.0 m - Smell Roses at Pt. DefiancePoint Defiance Park has more than an acre of rose gardens. Opens 1/2 before sunrise; Closes 1/2 before sunset.The garden also features other plants and flowers. Take a cruise or bicycle ride along the 5-mile drive and have lunch at one of the many picnic tables inside the park.5400 N. Pearl St. Tacoma, WA

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10.7 m - Shop the boutiques and antiques in PuyallupSpend the day browsing Puyallup’s many antique shops and boutiques and take a break for a delicious lunch or snack at one of Puyallups many restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. Go during the farmers mar-ket and pick up fresh produce and other handcrafted items. For a preview go to: http://www.puyallupmainstreet.com/

West Pioneer Ave. & South Meridian, Puyallup WA

0.6 m - Spend the day at Wright Park in TacomaWright Park is a beautiful 27 acre park in Downtown Tacoma, and a perfect way to spend the day during the summer months. You can stroll the 9/10 loop around the park, or bring your laptop and enjoy the parks free wi-fi with a cup of coffee from Satellite (located just at the edge of the park) or Tullys, a bit further down. Grab some deli sandwiches at the Stadium Thriftway, or venture up 6th Ave-nue to one of the many restaurants and markets. There is a large playground area for children and a spray park with water cannons. You can also tour the W.W. Seymour Conservatory for $3, children 12 and under are free. Check out the Conservatory online at: http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/conservatory/

West Pioneer Ave. & South Meridian, Puyallup WA

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Midsummer FunJuly Events Calendar

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July Events Calendar

Monday, July 1, 2013

Tacoma Rainiers vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox

Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55For information on box office ticket pricing go to: http://atmilb.com/10Tsed3

Stenciling/T-shirt Alteration

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian Ave. E, South Hill, WA 98373Ages: Teens and upBring a T-shirt and transform it – no sewing experience needed!

Summer Reading – Puppet Theater

Time: 11 a.m., Ages: Kids and upLocation: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WACost: FreePierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs”

Summer Reading – Puppet Theater

Time: 2 p.m., Ages: 6 and upLocation: Buckley Library, 123 S. River Ave. Buckley, WACost: FreePierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs”

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Tacoma Rainiers vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox

Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55

For information on box office ticket pricing go to: http://atmilb.com/10Tsed3

In the Spirit Native Art Exhibit

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402On Saturday, June 8, the Washington State History Museum unveils the eighth annual In the Spirit: Contemporary Northwest Native Arts exhibit, in partnership with The Evergreen State College Longhouse Education & Cul-tural Center. The exhibit, which is on display through August 18, 2013, showcases work from more than 20 Northwest Native artisans and focuses on the distinctive cultures and stories of the region’s tribal groups. General admission is $9.50 for adults; $7 for seniors, military and students; free for children, age 5 and below, and members are always free

Tacoma 6th Avenue Farmers’ Market

Time: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Location: 6th Avenue & N. Pine St. Tacoma WAhttp://www.tacomafarmersmarket.com/mar-kets/sixth-ave-market.php

Summer Stories for Babies - Key Center

Time: 10:15 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8095 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Baby Story Time: Ages 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Key Center

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8095 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.Ages: 3-6 with an adult.

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Summer Stories and Crafts

Time: 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., & 6:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 3-6 with an adult. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Food and Nutrition for Adults at Tillicum Pierce County Library

Time: 12 p.m.Location: Tillicum Pierce County Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W., Tillicum, WA 98498Lana Melnichuk from Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) demon-strates easy, nutritious, delicious and afford-able recipes and discusses nutritional value for vegetables grown in the Tillicum Community Garden.Please sign up by calling the library at 253-548-3314.

Puppet Theatre Presents

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs”.


Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs”.

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Tacoma Rainiers vs. Colorado Springs Sky Sox – Independence Day Celebration/Northwest Brew Wednesday

Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55An evening devoted to celebrating Indepen-dence Day, capped off with a special patriotic themed post-game fireworks display. It’s also Northwest Brew Wednesday. Enjoy $5 micro-brews offered throughout the ballpark. This week’s featured brewery is Schooner Exact Brewing of Seattle, WA.For information on box office ticket pricing go to: http://atmilb.com/10Tsed3

Exhibition “Creating the New Northwest: Selections from the Herb and Lucy Pruzan Collection”

Time: 10 a.m.Location: Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402Creating the New Northwest traces the rap-id evolution of Northwest art beginning with the Seattle World’s Fair in 1962 to the present through the vision and passion of Herb and Lucy Pruzan. Reflecting generational shifts and social change, the collection includes a wide range of materials, objects, and aesthetic viewpoints.Admission: Adults $10; Students, Military & Seniors (65+) $8; Family (2 adults and up to 4 children under 18) $25; Children age 5 and under Free.

Fife Farmers’ Market

Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.Location: Fife City Hall and adjoining Centen-nial Park, 5411 23rd Street Fife, WAhttp://bit.ly/11LFfwf

Downtown Gig Harbor Farmers’ Market

Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Location: Skansie Brothers Park (on the water-front) 3207 Harborview Drivehttp://www.gigharborfarmersmarket.com/

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Sunset Market in Puyallup

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Location: Pioneer Park 330 Meridian St. Puyal-lup, WARe-discover your Wednesday. A whole new approach to the traditional farmers market, the sunset market will bring together your favorite local farmers, growers, processors, artisans, downtown merchants and food vendors with live entertainment, demonstrations and more. Spend a relaxing evening enjoying live music or a family picnic on the grass. Or leisurely browse the market and all downtown has to offer. Or you can stop by on your way home to pick up fresh seasonal produce, flowers and maybe even dinner?

Conservatory Story Hour – “Stone Soup” (folktale)

Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: W.W. Seymour Conservatory in Wright Park, 316 S. G St., Tacoma WAJoin Bonnie Beaudoin among the Conserva-tory’s beautiful flowers for weekly story telling along with a short hands-on science and art project! History and Science: Victory Gardens, Com-munity Gardens, and Farmers’ MarkersArt: Vegetable Print Flag$3.00 exhibit admission - children under 12 free. More info at: http://bit.ly/12icpy1

Family Story Time at Fife Pierce County Library - Fife

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Fife Pierce County Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA 98424Ages: PreschoolersLearn with stories, art activities, rhymes, sing-ing and fingerplays.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Milton Edgewood

Time: 3 p.m.Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E., Suite 29, Milton, WA 98354

Ages: Children 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Lakewood

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW Lakewood, WA 98499Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and craftsAges: 3-6 with an adult.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Gig Harbor

Time: 11:30 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: Children 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories for Babies – South Hill

Time: 10 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 0-2Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Tween Chocolate Challenge – Gig Harbor

Time: 4 p.m.Location Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Grades: 4-6 (ages 9-12)Have fun tasting chocolate, playing games, and doing the dreaded Hershey’s Kiss Chal-lenge.

Summer Stories for Toddlers – Gig Harbor

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

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Summer Stories for Toddlers – South Hill

Time: 11:00 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Puppet Theatre Presents – University Place

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 University Place, WA 98466Ages: 6 & upPierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “Three Little Pigs.”

Summer Stories and Crafts – Sumner

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, Wa 98390Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.


Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: Key Center, 8905 KPN, Lakebay, WA 98349Ages: 6 and upPierce County Library puppeteers present “Too Much Noise” and “Three Little Pigs.”

Visiting Artist Summer Series at Museum of Glass: Jessica Loughlin 07/03 – 07/07

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Museum of Glass 1801 Dock St. Ta-coma, WA 98402The summer series 2013 will feature many of the Australian artists participating in Links: Australian Glass and the Pacific Northwest. Museum of Glass has partnered with Pilchuck Glass School to bring many of the Australian artists to the U.S. this summer.Jessica Loughlin uses the landscape as inspi-ration for her illusory horizons made of glass. In particular, the vast empty spaces in Australia provide a jumping off point for much of her

work. Admission: $12 for adults, $5 for children (6-12), $10 for Seniors (62+), Students (13+), and Military with ID. Children 5 & under free.

Thursday, July 4, 2013

Free Swimming at Tacoma Pools

Locations & Times:Kandle Pool 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.5302 N 26th St.Stewart Heights Pool 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.402 E 56th St.Visit one of our outdoor pools today and re-ceive FREE admission!http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/index.php?cid=1199

Friday, July 5, 2013

Music off Main Street in Sumner

Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Location: Heritage Park, 914 Kincaid Ave. Sumner WA, 98390Bring a blanket, chair and picnic dinner and be ready to tap your feet and clap your hands at each performance. This week enjoy the per-formance of the Andy Shofner Band as they perform alternative/modern rock, country and southern rock music.

CinemaGig Outdoor Movie Series – “Field of Dreams”

Time: 9:15 p.m.Location: Skansie Brothers Park 3207 Harbor-view Dr., Gig Harbor WA, 98329Cost: FreeBring your chairs and blankets and sit back for a fun filled family evening with Field of Dreams at the CinemaGig Outdoor Movie Series at Skansie Brothers Park. www.gigharborguide.com/ghg-news.php?news=2357

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Spamalot

Time: 7:30 p.m.Location: Paradise Theatre, 9911 Burnham Dr. N.W. Gig Harbor WA, 98332Cost: $10-$20Lovingly ripped off from the classic film com-edy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spama-lot is a new musical. With a book by Eric Idle and an entirely new score created by Eric Idle and John Du Prez. Telling the legendary tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and featuring a bevy of beautiful show girls not to mention cows, killer rabbits and French people. www.paradisetheatre.org/season

Summer Stories for Babies – Gig Harbor

Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Rocks, Gems and Minerals - Fife

Time: 3 p.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA 98424Ages: 6 and up.Pick up tips to identify and dig up rocks and minerals. Watch tumblers and other equip-ment. Bring 2 rocks/minerals to be identified.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Parkland Spanaway

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 3-6 with an adult. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Parkland Spanaway

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 3-6 with an adult.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Read to a Dog - Sumner

Time: 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WA 98390Ages: All agesShare a book with a furry friend while improv-ing your reading skills! All participating dogs are certified therapy dogs. No registration required.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Bonney Lake

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: 3-6 with an adult. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Saturday, July 6, 2013

The Warehouse Presents: Lemolo & The Ka-leidoscope Dance

Time: 7 p.m. Location: Urban Grace Church, 902 Market St., Tacoma, WA 98402Tickets: $5 children ages 5-12, $10 High School students, $22 VIP, $18 GeneralA collaborative event featuring Lemolo play-ing their entire debut album The Kaleidoscope alongside choreographed performances fromThe BareFoot Collective and MLKBalletRecently defined as the “Best New Band” in City Arts Magazine, we knew the first mo-ment we first met Lemolo’s two front gems, Meagan Grandall and Kendra Cox, they were something special. Lemolo’s epic performance at Doe Bay Fest 2011 in the yoga studio is a perfect example. Not only was the Yoga Stu-dio filled to capacity, but it was surrounded by hundreds of festival goers trying to catch a glimpse of the electrifying duo. They recently sold out two shows at Columbia City Theater debuting their album, “The Kaleidoscope.” Their album has a unique ability to take a listener on a transcendent and emotional journey through their lyrics, composition, and song structure. As Three Imaginary Girls and Sound on the Sound state,” The energy these

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two produce live is a force to be reckoned with that leaves the listener aching for more.”Buy tickets online at: http://www.brownpaper-tickets.com/event/377737

Third Annual Samoa Cultural Day

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.Location: Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Tacoma WACost: $25 non-members, $20 APCC membersTraditional Fashion Show Parade, Ava Ceremo-ny, Village Dance and Songs, Authentic Foods/Drinks, Samoa Arts/Crafts, Resource Infor-mation Booths. Thai Cooking is featured this month.Event Website: http://www.asiapacificcultural-center.org/events?range=2013-7-06

Crafts of the Past – Making Powder Horns with Glenn Sutt

Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Fort Nisqually Cost: Free with the cost of Fort AdmissionLearn a different 19th century craft every weekend from a visiting artist.Visitors are invited to participate in a hands-on activity by the various artists to discover just what it takes to produce the various art forms. Each weekend an artist will display and demonstrate a specific 19th century art or craft such as Native American beadwork, banjo making, silver in-lay, Native American basketry and more! Sponsored by Tacoma Arts Com-mission and the Nisqually Indian Tribe. Admission: Adult $6.50, Active Military/Spouse $5, Senior $5, Student $5, Youth (4-17) $4, Ages 3 and under Free, Family $22 (Family = Max. 2 adults and 6 youth).

Spamalot

Time: 7:30 p.m.Location: Paradise Theatre, 9911 Burnham Dr. N.W. Gig Harbor WA, 98332Cost: $10-$20Lovingly ripped off from the classic film com-edy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spama-lot is a new musical. With a book by Eric Idle and an entirely new score created by Eric Idle and John Du Prez. Telling the legendary tale

of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and featuring a bevy of beautiful show girls not to mention cows, killer rabbits and French people.www.paradisetheatre.org/season

Wings + Wheels

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Tacoma Narrow Airport 1110 26th Ave. N.W. Gig Harbor WA , 98335It’s an aviation event with a car show - featur-ing bi-plane rides, helicopter rides, amazing cars and aircraft, and the Smoke ‘N’ Thunder Jet Dragster making a 300 mph run down the runway. Share in the amazing opportunity to rub shoulders with the pilots that will dazzle you with their daring and precision flying skills at the third annual Wings + Wheels! You’ll thrill to the roar of the engines as some fly over and have the opportunity to see beautiful aircraft up close.Admission: $15 Adults, Seniors & Military with ID $10, Kids 6-17 $5, Kids 5 & under Free.

Cagesport Mixed Martial Arts XXV at the I-5 Tacoma Showroom

Time: 7 p.m.Location: I-5 Tacoma Showroom at Emerald Queen Casino, Tacoma, WACost: $35.29 - $117.445 Round Main Event: CageSport Featherweight Title DefenseTacoma’s Drew ‘The Eternal Fire’ Drokenshire (7-2-0) will be defending his CageSport Feath-erweight Title for the 2nd time against Shorty Weikel (9-3-0) of Lebanon, OR.3 Round Semi-Main Event: CageSport Feather-weight Title EliminatorYakima’s Julian ‘Juicy’ Erosa (10-1-0), former CageSport Featherweight champ takes on Lee Morrison (8-3-0) for a chance to once again be crowned champion in this title eliminator. The winner of this bout will fight the winner of the Brokenshire vs Weikel fight.Under Card Featuring: Yelm’s Justin ‘Danger-ous’ Davis in his much anticipated return to EQC takes on Tacoma’s rising star Alfonso Gonzales.A sensational women’s fight between Elisha

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Gig Harbor First Saturday Art Walk

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: 2700 Harborview Dr. Gig Harbor WA, 98335Cost: FreeGig Harbor’s First Saturday Art Walk was listed as “One of 5 Best Art Walks in the Northwest” by Sunset Magazine. The walk takes place on Harborview Drive in downtown Gig Harbor’s beautiful historic waterfront district. Look for the Red Shoe banners and enjoy the art.

CinemaGig Outdoor Movie Series – “Sand-lot”


Puyallup Farmers’ Market

Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.Location: The Market is located in Pioneer Park and in the Pioneer Park Pavilion.330 South Meridian, Downtown Puyallup.http://www.puyallupmainstreet.com/events/puyallup-farmers-market/

Gig Harbor Uptown Farmers’ Market

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: 4701 Pt. Fosdick Drive (Next to Gal-axy-7)http://www.gigharborfarmersmarket.com/

Sunday, July 7, 2013

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South Tacoma Farmers’ Market

Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: METROPARKS Star Center 3873 S. 66th St. Tacoma, WAhttp://www.tacomafarmersmarket.com/mar-kets/south-tacoma-market.php



Broadway Center presents 2013-14 Season Kickoff

Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Location: Pantages Lobby, Tacoma, WA Join us for the best Happy Hour in Tacoma as we kickoff the general on sale of the 2013-14 Season! Complimentary appetizers and Hap-py Hour beer and wine are available in this unique opportunity to learn about upcoming shows during this all ages event.


Summer Reading – Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop - Fife Library

Time: 3:30 p.m.

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Location: Fife Pierce County Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WACost: Free, All ages.Dig up musical treasures from recycled mate-rials and explore other cultures with Recyca-lypso.http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar.aspx?id=281

Summer Reading – Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop - Summit Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Cost: Free, All ages.Dig up musical treasures from recycled mate-rials and explore other cultures with Recyca-lypso.http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar.aspx?id=281

Second Monday Book Discussion Group – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 6 p.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway LibraryAll are welcome to join this book discussion group. We meet on the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m.

Fossils - DuPont Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: DuPont Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive, DuPont WA 98327Ages: All agesLook at real fossils. Learn how they were cre-ated and what they can teach us about the very distant past.Events may require registration or tickets. Call your library for details.

Nature Exploration – Gig Harbor

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W.Ages: Children; Requires registrationStep outside and get closer to your habitat. Experience the wonders of nature with hands-on activities.

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Puppet Theatre Presents - Sumner Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WA 98390Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs.”

Puppet Theatre Presents – Milton Edgewood Library

Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E., Suite 29, Milton, WA 98354Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs.”


Gross Out Olympics

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Location: Frontier Park, 21800 Meridian Ave. East, Graham, WACost: $10 per participantJoin in the slimmy, messy, fun of Gross Out Olympics. Wear a swim suit to rinse off be-tween events. Try your skill at human cheese puff or perhaps your better at chocolate slurp-ping. No experience required to joing the fun. Pre-register by July 8.http://www.piercecountywa.org/index.aspx-?nid=1264

Summer Sounds at Skansie Brothers Park

Time: 6:30 p.m.Location: 3207 Harborview Dr., Gig Harbor WA 98329Cost: FreeCome share in the sounds of the Blues. Bring your blanket and chairs and relax to some great music. Featuring The New Blues Broth-ers.

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New Kids on the Block with Guests 98° & Boyz II Men

Time: 7:30 p.m.Location: Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D Street Tacoma, WA 98421Tickets: $27.50-$89.50http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0F004A3097E62F3B?artistid=735744&major-catid=10001&minorcatid=1

Geneology Discussion Group

Time: 7 p.m. Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma WA 98444Ages: AdultBring your genealogy questions and your laptops to our monthly Genealogy Discussion Group led by Teresa Davis. Learn about soft-ware, databases and other research topics and work together on your “brick wall” barriers.

Summer Stories for Babies – Key Center

Time: 10:15 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Key Center

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

DuPont Library presents Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Time: 11 a.m.Location: DuPont Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive, DuPont, WA 98327Ages: 6 and upUnearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.

Summer Stories and Crafts – South Hill

Time: 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Food and Nutrition for Adults

Time: 12 p.m.Location: Tillicum Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W. Tillicum WA 98498Ages: AdultsLana Melnichuk from Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) demon-strates easy, nutritious, delicious and afford-able recipes and discusses nutritional value for vegetables grown in the Tillicum Community Garden.Please sign up by calling the library at 253-548-3314.


Conservatory Story Hour – “Little Bea” by Daniel Roode

Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: W.W. Seymour Conservatory in Wright Park, 316 S. G St., Tacoma WAJoin Bonnie Beaudoin among the Conserva-tory’s beautiful flowers for weekly story telling along with a short hands-on science and art project! History and Science: Honeybees and FlowersArt: Bee Finger Puppet$3.00 exhibit admission - children under 12 free.http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/index.php?cid=2339

The Rescued Photos of Allen & Sachtleben

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Olympic Room, Tacoma Public Library Main Branch, 1102 Tacoma Ave. South, Tacoma, WA 98401Cost: Free, All Ages.In 1890, two American college graduates set off to circle the globe on new-fangled “safe-ties” (the prototype of the present-day bicycle), armed with another remarkable novelty: the

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compact Kodak camera. Miraculously, over 120 years later, hundreds of photographs they took of Asia Minor during their second year on the road have come to light. Join bicycle his-torian David V. Herlihy (author of Bicycle: the History and The Lost Cyclist) as he shows this trove and recounts their historic journey.







Grillin’ for the Senior Center

Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Location: West Pierce County Fire Station, 3631 Drexler Drive West, University Place WA 98466Cost: $15The fire engine will be pulled out and in the event of rain, the event will be located inside of the Fire Engine Bay. The event is a BBQ grill out to raise funds for the University Place Senior Center. There will be a small silent auc-tion as well!

Visiting Artist Summer Series at Museum of Glass: Tom Moore 07/10 – 07/14

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Museum of Glass 1801 Dock St. Ta-coma, WA 98402The summer series 2013 will feature many of the Australian artists participating in Links: Australian Glass and the Pacific Northwest. Museum of Glass has partnered with Pilchuck Glass School to bring many of the Australian artists to the U.S. this summer. Tom Moore most recent work features glass characters participating in dreamlike stories in mixed media landscapes . One of his favorite themes is the triumph of nature over industry, and it is represented often throughout his work.Admission: $12 for adults, $5 for children (6-12), $10 for Seniors (62+), Students (13+), and Military with ID. Children 5 & under free.

Summer Stories and Crafts – University Place Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 University Place, WA 98466Ages: 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Family Story Time – Fife

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA 98424Ages: PreschoolersLearn with stories, art activities, rhymes, sing-ing, and fingerplays.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Milton Edge-wood Library

Time: 3 p.m.Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E. Suite 29, Milton, WA 98354Ages: 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.


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Teen Henna – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 4 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: TeenLearn to use henna paste to make temporary tattoos.

Dig Into Composting – South Hill Library

Time: 2 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 6 and up.Dig into worm composting bins and find na-ture’s recycler with the Environmental Educa-tors.This event requires registration. Register here: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19059

Summer Stories for Babies – South Hill

Time: 10 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.Ages: 0-2 with an adult

Dig Into Composting – Bonney Lake

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: 6 and up.Dig into worm composting bins and find na-ture’s recycler with the Environmental Educa-tors.This event requires registration. Register here: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=18926

Summer Stories for Toddlers – Gig Harbor

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-

dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WA 98335Ages: 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Summer Stories for Toddlers – South Hill Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 2-3 with an adultDig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Metal Detecting – Sumner Library

Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WA 98390Ages: AdultJoin us as the Puyallup Valley Gem and Miner-al Club shares and demonstrates metal detect-ing techniques. Learn how to find your own hidden treasure!

Summer Stories and Crafts – Lakewood

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW, Lakewood WA 98499Ages: 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Sumner

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Eatonville

Time: 11 a.m. Location: Eatonville Library, 205 Center St. W. Eatonville, WAAges: 6 and upPierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs.”

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University Place presents Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Time: 1 p.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WA 98466Ages: 6 and up.Unearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.

Fossils at Steilacoom Library

Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.Location: Steilacoom Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd., Steilacoom WAAges: 6 and upLook at real fossils. Learn how they were cre-ated and what they can teach us about the very distant past.

Puppet Threatre Presents – Graham

Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: Graham Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham, WA 98338Ages: 6 and upPierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too much Noise” and Three Little Pigs”


Jazz Under the Stars

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Location: Mary Baker Russell Music Center Ampitheater, PLU Campus, Intersection of Wheeler & 8th Ave S., Tacoma, WA 98447Cost: FreePacific Lutheran University’s annual Jazz Under the Stars professional summer con-cert series marks its 15th year this summer. The concert series will focus on the wealth of jazz talent right here in Tacoma, share in the smooth sounds of Steve Howland (Seattle gui-tarist and PLU jazz faculty member).Bring your lawn chairs and your picnic food. [PLU is a dry campus. Bring the brie, leave the chablis!] The series is sponsored by the PLU music department and KPLU 88.5 FM. Music

faculty member Paul Tegels offers an inter-mission performance on the world-famous Fuchs pipe organ in our beautiful Lagerquist Hall. Complimentary coffee at all events and stargazing after the last three concerts at PLU’s Keck Observatory, weather permitting, cour-tesy of the PLU physics department. www.plu.edu/music

Tacoma Rainiers vs. Reno Aces

Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55Thirsty Thursday - $2 Miller Lite and MGD available on the Cheney Stadium Tasty Ter-race. For information on box office ticket pricing go to: http://www.milb.com/content/page.jsp?ymd=20130306&content_id=42373030&sid=t529&vkey=tickets

Summer Reading – Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Time: 3:30 p.m.Location: Orting Pierce County Library, 202 Washington Ave. South, Orting, WACost: Free; Registration required.Unearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers. Register @ piercecountylibrary.org/calendar.Ages: 6 and up.

Concert In The Park

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: Pavilion in Pioneer Park, 330 S. Me-ridian, Puyallup, WACost: FreeJoin us for the summer kick off our annual Family Concert Series at Pioneer Park. With a concert featuring the popular Afrodisiacs per-forming disco followed by The Rhythm Nation performing top 40 hits.

Tacoma Broadway Farmer’s Market

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: S. 9th St. & Broadway Tacoma WA

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Expect Respect: Teen Dating and Healthy Relationships

Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: 13-17Healthy vs. unhealthy behavior, Social media safety, and Helping Friends.

Mystery Book Discussion Group – Parkland Spanaway

Time: 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: AdultAll are welcome to join this mystery book dis-cussion group. We meet on the second Thurs-day of the month from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Summer Stories for Babies and Toddlers – University Place

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W. Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: 0-3 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories for Babies – Parkland Spanaway

Time: 10 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 0-2 with adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Graham Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Graham Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham, WA 98338Ages 3-6 with adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories for Toddlers – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway LibraryAges 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WAAges: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs.”

Metal Detecting – University Place Library

Time: 2 p.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W. Suite 100 University Place, WA 98466Ages: 6 and up.Learn where you can detect for metals, how to dig for treasures and weed out junk metal. See metal detectors in action.

Orting Library Presents Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Time: 3:30 p.m.Location: Orting Library, 205 Washington Ave. S. Orting, WAAges: 6 and upUnearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.This event requires registration. Register online at:http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=18983


Tacoma Rainiers vs. Reno Aces – Friday Night Fireworks

Time: 7 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55Stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks display set to a rocking soundtrack.

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Blue Willow Lavender Festival – 07/12 – 07/13

Time: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Location: Blue Willow Lavender Farm, 10615 Wright Bliss Rd. KPN. Gig Harbor, WA 98329Cost: FreeParticipate in the third annual Lavender Festi-val. Celebrate the summer splendor of laven-der at your local lavender farm - Blue Willow Lavender Farm! Enjoy live music, fragrant lavender products and lavender crafting.

Paula Poundstone at the Pantages Theater

Time: 7:30 p.m.Location: Pantages TheaterCost: $28, $38, $48, and $69Appearing on stage with a stool, a microphone and a can of Diet Pepsi, Paula Poundstone is famous for her razor sharp wit and sponta-neity. Paula’s ability to create humor on the spot has become the stuff of legend and her live, classic stand-up act is one of the gems of the comedy club scene. Each performance is a once in a lifetime experience shared only with the audience attending the show. Always dressed in her signature suit and tie, Paula has appeared on Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The David Letterman Show, and most recently as a reg-ular panelist on the beloved NPR quiz show, Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me. She was the first woman to host the White House Correspon-dent’s Dinner, as well as the first to win the Cable ACE Award for her HBO comedy special Cats, Cops and Stuff.Make sure to bring your friends . . . they’ll thank you. It’s with little wonder people leave Paula’s shows complaining their cheeks hurt from laughter!Paula Poundstone’s Website: http://www.paul-apoundstone.com/Buy Tickets: http://bit.ly/1cELl0x

2013 Flag Raising & Pride Awards Kick off Event

Time: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Location: Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402Cost: FreeMayor Marilyn Strickland will raise the flag and share a few words about what Pride Month means to the City of Tacoma. Pride Founda-tion will present Rainbow Awards to leaders in Pierce County working for equality.Refreshments provided, come one come all!http://tacomapride.org/

Music off Main Street in Sumner

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Heritage Park, 914 Kincaid Ave. Sumner WA, 98390Cost: FreeThis week enjoy the performance of the Great Pretenders as they perform classic rock + roll that began with the Kingsmen Car Club Party in 1970.http://www.pnwbands.com/greatpretenders.html

Ragtime, The Musical

Time: 8 p.m.Location: Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Tacoma, WA 9840Cost: $12-$29In a beautiful story with a glorious score, Rag-time intertwines the lives of three distinct fam-ilies of the early 20th Century and poignantly illustrates history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate. The To-ny-winning score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty is just as diverse as the melting pot of America itself - drawing upon many musical styles from the ragtime rhythms of Harlem and Tin Pan Alley to the klezmer of the Lower East Side, from bold brass band marches to delicate waltzes, from up-tempo banjo tunes to period parlor songs and expansive anthems. An all-time Tacoma Musical Playhouse favorite!www.tmp.org/mainstage.aspx#show6

Summer Reading – Chris Fascione – Funny Folktales Unearthed

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Time: 3:30 p.m.Ages: All ages.Location: Parkland Spanaway Pierce County Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. South, Tacoma, WA Hilarious characters from literature come to life in this fun, interactive show.


Time: 1 p.m.Ages: All ages.Location: Milton Edgewood, 900 Meridian E., Suite 29, Milton, WAHilarious characters from literature come to life in this fun, interactive show.


Time: 11 a.m. Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WA Hilarious characters from literature come to life in this fun, interactive show.

Summer Stories for Babies – Gig Harbor

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WAAges: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Lakewood Library presents Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW. Lakewood WA 98499Ages: 6 and upUnearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.

Dig Into Composting – Fife Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA Ages: 6 and upDig into worm compost and find nature’s re-cyclers with the Environmental Educators.

Dig Into Composting – Summit Library

Time: 3 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WAAges: 6 and upDig into worm composting bins and find na-ture’s recyclers with the Environmental Educa-tors.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WAAges: 3-6 with adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Bonney Lake Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: 3-6 with adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Summit Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WAAges: 3-6 with adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Tillicum Library presents Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.Location: Tillicum Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W. Tillicum, WAAges: 6 and up.Unearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.

Puppet Theatre Presents – South Hill Library

Time: 1:00 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 6 and up.

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Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs.”


SummerFEST 2013 - 07/13-07/14

Time: 9 a.m. Location: Fort Steilacoom Park, 8714 87th Ave. S.W. Lakewood WA 98499Cost: Free

Don’t miss Lakewood’s SummerFEST at Fort Steilacoom Park! Enjoy lots of activities for the whole family! Have fun playing in the “KIDZ Zone” or come for the movie at dusk. Visit vendors in the public market, enjoy live en-tertainment from two different stages, play in the three-on-three basketball tournament and sign up for the free 5K Fun Run on Sunday. All of this and so much more is waiting for you at Lakewood’s SummerFEST. Kid Zone cost is $5. For more information and a schedule visit: https://www.cityoflakewood.us/government/departments/parks-and-recreation/events/summerfest

Sumner Rhubarb Days – 07/13 – 07/14

Time: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sat. & 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Sun.Location: Downtown Sumner, 1114 Main St. Sumner WA, 98390Cost: Free

Sumner is a lot like rhubarb pie: it’s com-fortable, familiar, a little old-fashioned, a lit-tle modern but most of all, it’s completely unique with a flavor all its own! Come “home” to Sumner for a day or weekend vacation to small-town charm. Sumner is, after all, the Rhubarb Pie Capital. Come by to enjoy a pie walk, antique tractors, a scavenger hunt, a bake off and much more!http://www.sumnerdowntown.com/Rhu-barb-Days/2013_rhubarb_days.htm

Out in the Park

Time: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Broadway, between 9th and 11th,

Tacoma, WA Cost: Free

“Out in the Park” the Rainbow Center’s LGBTQA Pride Celebration. Booths, Entertainment, Food, Fun, and Com-munity. Family friendly.Out In The Park is an event of the Tacoma Pride Festival located in the Historic Tacoma Theater District and Central Business District. Watch for details at www.rainbowcntr.org as events are added to the schedule.

Drive-in Movie Night at America’s Car Museum – “The Flinstones”

Time: Reserve parking on the field starting at 4:30 p.m. Limited Space.Location: LeMay – America’s Car Museum, 2702 East D. Street Tacoma, WA 98421Cost: Free, Open to the public.

Food + zip-line rides for purchase. Inflatable bounce houses for free.

Tacoma Old Town Rythmn + Blues Festival

Time: 4 p.m.Location: 2305 N. 30th St. Tacoma, WA 98403Music, vendors, food, and beer gardens. See the schedule of performers online: http://www.tacomaoldtownrhythmandbluesfest.com/Schedule.htmlTicket locations: http://www.tacomaoldtown-rhythmandbluesfest.com/Tickets_and_vendor.html

The Mix’s 5th Annual PRIDE Block Party

Time: 5 p.m. – 11:59 p.m.Location: The Mix, 635 St. Helens, Tacoma, WA 98402Price: $10Age: 21 and upTacoma’s Pride Party Event Featuring: Kim Archer; Divas from Ru Paul’s Drag Race; Local Bands, Singers, and Entertainers. DJ and Danc-ing inside. Tickets and Lineup at: http://www.brownpap-ertickets.com/event/405129

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Freighthouse Square Second Saturday Craft Fair

Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Rainier Room at Freighthouse Square Cost: Free, All Ages.Freighthouse Square’s Second Saturday Craft Fair is back! Come and explore our monthly craft fair featuring a variety of local artisans. Find the specialty gifts you have been looking for with quilting, wood turning, paintings, pho-tography, candles, handmade soaps, jewelry, clothing, pottery,holiday decor and so much more! We look forward to seeing you there!

Junk in Your Trunk

Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Sprinker Recreation Center, 14824 S. C St. Tacoma, WACost: Free for patrons, $20-$30 for sellers (must pre-register by June 28)Imagine treasure hunting at scores of garage sales without driving all day. This is a great opportunity to clear out your closest, base-ments and storage units and sell items from your vehicles. Spots for sellers are limited to the number of parking spaces available. To be a seller at the July 13th sale you must register by June 28. www.co.pierce.wa.us/index.aspx?NID=3196

Color Cheney Crimson Night – WSU night/Kids Run

Time: 7 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55Kids are invited to head down to the field to take a trip around the baseball diamond fol-lowing the game.For information on box office ticket pricing go to: http://atmilb.com/10Tsed3

Crafts of the Past – Making Banjos with John Salicco

Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Fort Nisqually Cost: Free with the cost of Fort AdmissionLearn a different 19th century craft every

weekend from a visiting artist.Visitors are invited to participate in a hands-on activity by the various artists to discover just what it takes to produce the various art forms. Each weekend an artist will display and demonstrate a specific 19th century art or craft such as Native American beadwork, banjo making, silver in-lay, Native American basketry and more! Sponsored by Tacoma Arts Com-mission and the Nisqually Indian Tribe. Admission: Adult $6.50, Active Military/Spouse $5, Senior $5, Student $5, Youth (4-17) $4, Ages 3 and under Free, Family $22 (Family = Max. 2 adults and 6 youth).





Ragtime, The Musical

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Tacoma, WA 9840Cost: $12-$29In a beautiful story with a glorious score, Rag-time intertwines the lives of three distinct fam-ilies of the early 20th Century and poignantly illustrates history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate. The To-ny-winning score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty is just as diverse as the melting pot of America itself - drawing upon many musical styles from the ragtime rhythms of Harlem and Tin Pan Alley to the klezmer of the Lower East Side, from bold brass band marches to delicate waltzes, from up-tempo banjo tunes to period parlor songs and expansive anthems. An all-time Tacoma Musical Playhouse favorite!

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Get Geeky! - Lakewood Library

Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Lakewood LibraryEvent audience: FamiliesCalling all geek dads and moms! Learn by do-ing fun, geeky projects for the whole family to complete together, inspired by the “Geek Dad” and “Geek Mom” books by Ken Denmead and Natania Barron.Registration required. Register online at: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_registra-tion.aspx?id=281&event_id=18666

Vegetable Gardening Basics from the Ground Up

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Tillicum Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W. Tillicum, WA 98498Ages: AdultMaster Gardeners get you started with the basics.Part 1: Saturday, July 13, 2 p.m.Part 2: Saturday, Aug. 10, 2 p.m.This event requires registration. Please sign up by calling the library at 253-548-3314.

Second Saturday Book Club at Summit Li-brary

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: AdultPlease join us on our new day! You are always welcome to this fun and lighthearted book club. Visit the Summit Library help desk for your copy of the book.This month we will read and discuss “Beneath A Marble Sky” by John Shors.


PROUD OUTLOUD!

Time: 7 p.m. Location: Pantages Theater, Tacoma, WATickets: $25Join Oasis for an evening of dinners, dessert and performances celebrating LGBTQ youth. Friends of Oasis are hosting dinners through-

out the community from 4-7 p.m. After dinner, join Oasis for dessert and youth performances from 7-9 p.m at the Pantages Theater. Tickets for dessert are $25 each, dinners and dessert $50 and up. All proceeds benefit Oasis Youth Center.Purchase tickets online at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/oasis/event/30574/

26th Annual Fircrest Picnic and Rod Run

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Fircrest City Park, 555 Contra Costa, Fircrest, WAEntry Free: $15, Spectators: FreeThe CruZaders Car Club presents the 26th annual Fircrest Picnic and Rod Run on Sunday July 14, 2013, at Fircrest City Park. Some of the finest street rods and vintage motorcycles will be on display. Fircrest Kiwanis Club will be cooking up a pancake breakfast and will fire up their barbecue for lunch. Spectator admis-sion is free, but come early.... last year the park was full.

Titlow Park Reopening Celebration

Time: 12 p.m.Location : Titlow Park, 1201 S. Puget Sound Ave. Tacoma WA 98405Join us for a grand celebration from 12-3 pm as we celebrate renovations to this historic Tacoma Park. Come experience the total makeover this rare waterfront park has undergone. Tour the century-old Titlow Lodge and learn about its history. Take a guided nature walk along the lagoon, shoreline or woodlands. Splash in the new sprayground. Pack a picnic and stay for the day! Steamers Seafood Café is proudly sponsor-ing the re-opening celebration of Titlow Park. Come out for a free taste of some of their delicious menu items and for a chance to win Rainier’s tickets or Steamers gift certificates.

Second Sunday Music Series – Kevin Long & Lotte Kestner / Kevin Long & Anna Lynne (Folk, Indie, Rock, Shoegaze)

Time: 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.Location: W.W. Seymour Conservatory in

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Wright Park, 316 S. G St., Tacoma WACost: $3 (12 & under free)On the second Sunday of every month, year-round, from 1-2:30 pm, we present music that is intended to enhance your experience of the Conservatory and of Wright Park. The performers reflect a wide spectrum of musical tastes and the music is intended to appeal to audiences of all ages and sensibili-ties.Most of the year, the music is played inside the Conservatory and the music can be heard while visitors view the various gorgeous bo-tanical exhibits. Once in awhile, during the summer, the greenhouse gets warm enough that the musicians set up outside, under one of the park’s magnificent old trees.

Alternative Care Expo

Time: 10 a.m.Location: Uncle Sam’s Ampitheater, 16003 Pa-cific Ave. South, Spanaway, WA Age Suitability: 21 and overCost: We request two cans of food. All pro-ceeds are dedicated to B.A.S.H.Combining diverse backgrounds, cultures, and practices, the Alternative Care Expo is featur-ing “Natural Solutions” Sunday June 30th. US Amphitheatre at Uncle Sam’s will be hosting the historic event.ACE boast over 20 styles of holistic healthcare at every event. Specialist include personal fitness, psychic and spiritual guides etc. ACE offers holistic solutions for the mind body and soul. Special speakers will be hosting seminars covering topics such as weight loss, nutrition, etc.




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Summer Reading – Louie Foxx – Magic and More

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Eatonville Pierce County Library, 205 Center St. E., Eatonville, WACost: Free; Ages: Kids and up.The one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.

Summer Reading – Louie Foxx – Magic and More

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham, WA 98338Cost: Free; Ages: Kids and up.The one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.

Magic Tournament – South Hill Library

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E.

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Nancy Stewart – Concert: I Dig Dinosaurs! – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WA 98335Ages: FamilyExplore the lighter side of dinosaurs in a musi-cal journey. A roaring good time is guaranteed for all!


Summer Sounds at Skansie Brothers Park – Gig Harbor

Time: 6:30 p.m.Location 3207 Harborview Dr. Gig Harbor WA 98329Cost: FreeCome share in the patriotic tunes of the Army National Guard band at the Summer Sounds at Skansie Park. Bring your blanket and chairs and relax to some great music.

Third Tuesday Book Group – Buckley Library

Time: 6:15 p.m.Location: Buckley Library, 123 S. River Ave. Buckley, WAAges: AdultAll are welcome to join this free book discus-sion group. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:15 p.m. This month we will read and discuss “The Age of Miracles” by Kar-en Thompson Walker.

DuPont Reading Roundtable

Time: 6:30 p.m.Location: DuPont Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive, DuPont, WA 98327Ages: AdultAll are welcome to join this free book discus-sion group. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

Louie Foxx – Magic and More

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 4 and upThe one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.

Summer Stories for Babies

Time: 10:15 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: 0-2 with adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.




Time: 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Food and Nutrition – Tillicum Library

Time: 12 p.m.Location: Tillicum LibraryAges: AdultLana Melnichuk from Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) demon-strates easy, nutritious, delicious and afford-able recipes and discusses nutritional value for vegetables grown in the Tillicum Community Garden.This event requires registration. Please sign up by calling the library at 253-548-3314.

Adult Story Time – Sumner Library

Time: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAPlease join us for an evening of storytelling

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Puppet Theatre Presents – DuPont

Time: 11 a.m.Location: DuPont Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive, DuPont WAPierce County Library puppeteers present “Too Much Noise” and “The Three Little Pigs.”








Conservatory Story Hour – “The Seeds of Peace” by Laura Berkeley

Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: W.W. Seymour Conservatory in Wright Park, 316 S. G St., Tacoma WAJoin Bonnie Beaudoin among the Conserva-

tory’s beautiful flowers for weekly story telling along with a short hands-on science and art project! History and Science: Sustainability and Social JusticeArt: Helping Handprint$3.00 exhibit admission - children under 12 free.http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/calendar/index.php?cid=2339

Bilingual Movie Night – Movies with Spanish Subtitles – Sumner

Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: All agesJoin us for a family movie night! Movies are heard in English with Spanish subtitles. Pop-corn and other refreshments are served. No registration required.Noche de Cine para toda la familia! Las Pelic-ulas se escuchan en Ingles con sub-titulos en Español. Se ofrecen palomitas y refrescos. No es necesario registrarse.

Louie Foxx – Magic and More – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 4 and up.The one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.

Family Story Time – Fife

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WAAges: PreschoolersLearn with stories, art activities, rhymes, sing-ing and fingerplays.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Milton Edge-wood

Time: 3 p.m.Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E., Suite 29 Milton WA, 98354

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Ages: 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.


Time: 3 p.m.Location: 4424 Point Fosdick Drive W. Gig Har-bor WA 98335Ages: 3-6Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Plants vs. Zombies Party – Summit Library

Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WAAges: 8-18Play Plants vs. Zombies on the Xbox, create flower and zombie felties, and try your hand at Wall-nut Bowling. Light snacks will be served. No registration required.

Tween Book Club - Gig Harbor Library

Time: 4 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Grades: 4-6Reading “Hatchet” by Gary Paulsen

Tween and Teen Knit for Charity – Gig Har-bor Library

Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 11-18Attendees will learn knitting basics. The library will provide knitting needles and yarn.

Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop – Buckley Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Buckley Library, 123 S. River Ave.Ages: All ages.Dig up musical treasures--including steel drums--from recycled materials and explore other cultures with Recycalypso.

South Hill presents Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Time: 2 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: 6 and upUnearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.This event requires registration. To register vis-it: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_registration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19061

South Hill presents Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Time: 3 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: 6 and upUnearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.This event requires registration. To register visit: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19063

Summer Stories for Babies – South Hill Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories for Toddlers – Gig Harbor Library


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Time: 11:00 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Lakewood Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW, Lakewood, WAAges: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts - University Place Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Sumner Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WA 98390Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Louie Fox – Magic and More

Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Steilacoom Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd. Steilacoom, WA 98388Ages: 4 and upThe one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.


Tacoma Broadway Farmer’s MarketTime: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: S. 9th St. & Broadway Tacoma WAhttp://www.tacomafarmersmarket.com/mar-

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Tacoma’s Third Thursday Art Walk

Time: 5 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Location: Downtown Tacoma, 1734 Pacific Ave. Tacoma WA 98402Cost: FreeCome enjoy Tacoma’s Third Thursday Art walk. Enjoy the extended hours and the many galleries, museums, and shopping boutiques all for free!

Second City Chamber Series, Concerts at the Gardens

Time: 6:30 p.m.Location: Lakewood Gardens, 12317 Gravelly Lake Dr. S.W. Lakewood WA, 98499Jordan McLellan, mezzo-soprano Matthew Richardson, tenorSvend Rønning, violin; Jane Harty, pianoJoin us for arias, duets, songs and sonatas from Europe’s cradle of music, “La Bella Italia,” featuring Tacoma Opera and Seattle Opera artists Jordan McClellan andMatt Richardson!General Admission: $28.94 (tax included), Senior/Military $26.87, Student over 18 $11.34, 18 & under Free. Get tickets online at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/394057


Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Location: Mary Baker Russell Music Center Ampitheater, PLU Campus, Intersection of Wheeler & 8th Ave S., Tacoma, WA 98447Cost: FreePacific Lutheran University’s annual Jazz Under the Stars professional summer con-cert series marks its 15th year this summer. The concert series will focus on the wealth of jazz talent right here in Tacoma, share in the smooth sounds of Andre Thomas (Tacoma Drummer).Bring your lawn chairs and your picnic food. [PLU is a dry campus. Bring the brie, leave the chablis!] The series is sponsored by the PLU music department and KPLU 88.5 FM. Music faculty member Paul Tegels offers an inter-

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mission performance on the world-famous Fuchs pipe organ in our beautiful Lagerquist Hall. Complimentary coffee at all events and stargazing after the last three concerts at PLU’s Keck Observatory, weather permitting, cour-tesy of the PLU physics department. www.plu.edu/music

Comedy with Urban Legends Comedy Tour

Time: 9 p.m.Location: Grit City Comedy Club, 445 Tacoma Ave. South, Tacoma, WA 98402Cost: $9.14The Urban Legends Comedy Tour is in Taco-ma on July 18 with two great headliners - Rip Michaels and Eric Blake! The evening will be hosted by Tony Daniel w/ Special Guest MR. Mookie!http://gritcitycomedy.com/

Mixed Media Madness

Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma WA Ages: All agesGet inspired by the exhibition “Creating the New Northwest: Selections from the Herb and Lucy Pruzan Collection” and then join staff and volunteers as we get creative in the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Open Art Studio.Cost & Event details: http://www.tacomaart-museum.org/

Talk Time – Tiempo de Conversacion – Sumner Library

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner WAAges: AdultLearn to speak English in a fun and informal environment. Practice how to pronounce words used in daily activities. First and third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.Aprende a hablar el ingles en un ambiente di-vertido e informal. Practique la forma de decir y escuchar las palabras utilizadas en las activ-idades diarias. El primer y el tercer Jueves del mes, de 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Expect Respect: Teen Dating and Healthy Relationships - Sumner

Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner WAAges: 13-17Drop-in to learn about Healthy vs. unhealthy behavior, Social media safety, Helping friends.

Fiction Book Discussion Group – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: AdultAll are welcome to join this book discussion group. We meet January-October, on the third Thursday of the month, from 2:30-4 p.m.This month we will read and discuss “Burnt Shadows” by Kamila Shamsie. Stop by the library to pick this month’s book, or drop in to visit.

Summer Stories for Babies and Toddlers - University Place Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: 0-3 with an adultHelp build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories for Babies – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 0-2 with and adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop – Key Center Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: FamilyDig up musical treasures--including steel

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drums--from recycled materials and explore other cultures with Recycalypso.

Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop – University Place Library

Time: 3:30 p.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: FamilyDig up musical treasures--including steel drums--from recycled materials and explore other cultures with Recycalypso.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Graham Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Graham Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham, WA 98338Ages: 3-6 with an adultJoin us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Summer Stories for Toddlers

Time: 11 a.m. Location Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 2-3 with an adultDig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.


Ted Nugent at the I-5 Tacoma Showroom 07/19 – 07/20

Time: 8:30 p.m.Location I-5 Tacoma Showroom, Emerald Queen Casino, Tacoma, WATo millions of music lovers, Ted Nugent has carved a permanent place in rock and roll his-tory as the guitar-shredding showman, sell-ing more than 40 million albums, performing more than 6,400 (!) high-octane concerts, and continuing to set attendance records at ven-ues around the globe. Must be 21 or older to enter.http://www.emeraldqueen.com/Entertain-ment/Ted_Nugent

2013 Tacoma Film Festival Sneak Peek

Time: 6 p.m.Location: Grand Cinema, 606 S. Fawcett Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402Cost: $10 - $15Join us for dinner and a sneak peek of Tacoma Film Festival movies on July 19th. The dinner will be served at 6:00p followed by a look at amazing films from previous TFF, as well as a sneak peek of one film from the 2013 Tacoma Film Festival. It’s a fun social gathering to get you ready for the best Tacoma Film Festival yet 2013 Tacoma Film Festival October 3-10. Tickets on sale now!Get tickets online at: http://www.brownpaper-tickets.com/event/393920

CinemaGig Outdoor Movie Series – “American Graffiti”


19th Century Family Fun Night

Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.Location: Fort Nisqually Living History Muse-um, 5400 N Pearl St. Tacoma WA 98407Enjoy an evening of Old Fashioned Fun! Chil-dren will be racing for saltwater taffy fired from a new candy cannon at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum’s Family Fun Night from 6-9 pm on Friday, July 19. The cannon firings punctuate an evening of 19th century fun with the Fort’s re-enactors. The candy cannon has been a tradition for years, but this year the Fort has a beautiful new one built by Metro Parks Tacoma’s own Koyi Clay.

Families are invited to bring their own pic-nic dinner to the Fort. During the event, they can learn to play 19th century games such

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as graces and hoop. They can participate in a three-legged race and a sack race. In the cup and plate race, they will compete while trying to keep water in a cup balancing on a plate on their head. Fort volunteers will give dancing lessons to live music and will serve ice cream and lemonade, while supplies last. The eve-ning will end around a campfire with stories and song.

In addition to these activities, all of the Fort’s historic buildings and grounds will be open, with re-enactors in period clothing inter-preting the history of the fort. Kids can churn butter at the kitchen, see the chickens scoot-ed into their coop for the night, and visit with trappers, traders, and ladies from the 19th century. Admission: Adult $7.50, Active Military/Spouse $6, Senior $6, Youth (4-17) $5, Ages 3 and under Free, Family $25 (Family = Max. 6 adults and 6 youth).http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/fami-ly-fun-night/

Cinema on the Sound – “E.T The Extra Terrestrial”

Time: Movies begin at dusk and pre-movie entertainment is from 7-8:30 p.m.Location: Chambers Creek Regional Park, 6320 Grandview Dr. W University Place, WA 98467Cost: FreeGrab a blanket and come out for our free fami-ly event.

Living History Cemetery Tour

Time: 6 p.m.Location: Tacoma Cemetery, 4801 S. Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409Cost: $8Experience Tacoma’s history come to life in a unique, fascinating way at 5th Annual Living History Cemetery Tour. 9 reenactors portray people who impacted our history as they share their life stories from their grave sites. This year’s theme, “Tacoma’s Icons”. 1 hour tours start every 20 minutes from 6-7:40 p.m. on Fri, 7/20 and 5:40-7:40 pm on Sat, 7/21. $8 advanced reservations required, available Tues

- Sat at Cemetery. Ground is often uneven, comfortable walking shoes encouraged.http://tacomahistory.org/

Summer Garden Party

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.Location: W.W. Seymour Conservatory in Wright Park, 316 S. G St. Tacoma, WA Enjoy refreshing beverages, light hors d’oeu-vres and live music of Grace Youn (Op, Classi-cal, Rock Violinist) at this fun event. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at W.w. Seymour Conservatory or at Metro Parks Main Office.

Scrapbook Expo – 07/19 – 07/20

Time: Fri 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Sleep Country ShowPlex, Enter at Blue Gate, Washington State Fair Grounds, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup WA 98371 There will be demonstrations, make and take projects, and workshops.See website for admission info and schedule: http://www.scrapbookexpo.com/PU-13/Home.asp

Music off Main Street

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.Location: 5400 N Pearl St. Tacoma WA 98407Cost: FreeMount Rainier and the small-town charm of Sumner provide the perfect backdrop for a variety of music styles from local performers. Bring a blanket, chair and picnic dinner and be ready to tap your feet and clap your hands at each performance. This week enjoy the per-formance of the Funaddicts performing favor-ite hits from the ‘50s to today’s music.

Ragtime The Musical

Time: 8 p.m.Location: Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Tacoma, WA 9840Cost: $12-$29In a beautiful story with a glorious score, Rag-time intertwines the lives of three distinct fam-ilies of the early 20th Century and poignantly illustrates history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice,

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hope and despair, and love and hate. The To-ny-winning score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty is just as diverse as the melting pot of America itself - drawing upon many musical styles from the ragtime rhythms of Harlem and Tin Pan Alley to the klezmer of the Lower East Side, from bold brass band marches to delicate waltzes, from up-tempo banjo tunes to period parlor songs and expansive anthems. An all-time Tacoma Musical Playhouse favorite!www.tmp.org/mainstage.aspx#show6

Louie Fox – Magic and More – Tillicum Library

Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.Location: Tillicum Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W. Tillicum, WA 98498Ages: 4 and upThe one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normalls found underground.

Summer Stories for Babies – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 0-2 with and adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Louie Fox – Magic and More – Lakewood Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW Lakewood, WAAges: 4 and upThe one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normalls found underground.

Nature Exploration – South Hill Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 3-8Step outside and get closer to your habitat. Experience the wonders of nature with hands-

on activities. This event requires registration. Register at: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19064


Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Summit Library

Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Read to a Dog – Sumner Library

Time: 4 p.m. Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: All ages.Share a book with a furry friend while improv-ing your reading skills! All participating dogs are certified therapy dogs. No registration required.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Bonney Lake

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.


Wilkeson’s Annual National Handcar Races

Time: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Location: Coke Oven Park, Wilkeson WATake Hwy 165 toward Carbanado and once you arrive in Wilkeson turn left onto Railroad Street. After a short distance, Wilkeson Ele-mentary will be on the right, Coke Oven Park is located a short distance further up the road also on the right.

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Travel to historic Wilkeson for a day of fun. Town Parade at 11 a.m. Seattle Cossacks Mo-torcycle Stunt & Drill Team perform at noon. Handcar Races start at 1p.m. Sign up begins at 12:30 p.m. at Coke oven park or pre-apply online at www.townofwilkeson.com.The day will also feature Lawn mower races and Tug-o-war.There will also be a Kid’s zone featuring games at Wilkeson Elementary School and a Vendor Alley, live entertainment, lots of food and Fam-ily Fun! Music and Beer Garden at the Eagles Hall & Street Dance from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

AUSA’s Great American Picnic + Sports Challenge

Time: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.Location: Daffodil Valley Sports Complex, 5604 Graham Ave. Sumner, WA 98390Cost: FreeJoin in the fun as Sumner and the 593rd Bri-gade goes head to head with Puyallup and the 2-5 Stryker Brigade in a vintage two-city rival-ry of classic sports [and eating] competitions! Hang out for even more good natured city rivalry and enjoy pie and scone eating con-tests, various sports and of course, tug-of-war! Everyone is invited to come out and enjoy the festivities, cheering on their favorite team.www.rhubarbpiecapital.comFor a schedule of the day’s events: http://www.rhubarbpiecapital.com/Visiting_events_GAP.htm

Bumpy’s Classic Car Show for Cancer

Time: 6 a.m. – 3 p.m.Location: 116 E. Main, Puyallup WA 98371Bumpy’s 3rd annual Car Show for Cancer kicks off this year on Saturday July 20th. Open to all classic cars, and only $15 to register. Entries will be accepted as early as 6am. Dash plaques will be given to the first 300 entrants. Awards will be given at 3pm. Dj Gary Thompson will be playing Oldies, and burgers and dogs will be on the grill! So come on down rain or shine and see some beautiful cars. All proceeds go to cancer research.

Northwest Native Art: Past and Present

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.Location: Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402Cost: Free with admissionA special presentation on the history of the iconic designs associated with art from the Pacific Coast, from Puget Sound to Alaska, that reveal the breath and aesthetic choices that artists made in past times through to today. Followed by demonstrations and presenta-tions by artists featured in the current exhibit, discussing the inspiration behind their artwork and their artistic creative process.

Dog-a-Thon 2013

Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.Location: Fort Steilacoom Park, 9115 Angle Ln. SW, Lakewood, WA 98497The Dog-A-Thon provides vital support for adoption programs at the shelter. Last year, participants raised a record $200,000 for homeless animals, which helped find loving, forever homes for more than 6,000 pets. This event will be a howlin’ good time, featur-ing: Magnificent Mutt Contest for Best Cos-tume, Best Manners, Highest Jump, Best Booty Wiggle, as well as Amazing dog demonstra-tions, Pet products and supplies, and you can also Microchip your pet for just $20!Event info at: http://www.thehumanesociety.org/get-involved/dog-a-thon/

Tiptoe Through the Tidepools

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: Titlow Beach, 8425 6th Ave. Tacoma, WAExplore the beach and learn about tidepool life during one of the lowest tides of the year! A beach naturalist will guide the exploration. Free.Bring sunscreen and drinking water and wear shoes appropriate for a rocky beach.

Fife Movie in the Park – Brave

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Football field behind Columbia Ju-nior High at Dacca Park, 2901 54th Ave E Fife

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WA 98424Cost: FreeMovie begins at dusk.Presented by Click! & Grand CinemaBring your blankets and lawn chairs and en-joy a fun-filled, family-oriented evening under the stars! The movie plays on a 24’ Inflatable Screen. Movie begins at dusk.-Kid & family friendly!-Leashed pets are allowed.-Can I bring my own food & drink? Yes! Abso-lutely no alcohol.

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Sounds & Cinema at Bradley Lake Park – “Madagascar 3”

Time: Movie starts at duskLocation: Bradley Lake Park, 531 Mosolf Rd., Puyallup, WAJoin us for the summer kick off our annu-al Sounds and Cinema at Bradley Lake Park featuring a concert by Country Rock Associa-tion followed by a showing of Madagascar 3 at dusk




Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: 4701 Pt. Fosdick Drive

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29th Annual Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival

Time: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Location: Judson St. Gig Harbor WA 98335Cost: FreeEnjoy the Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival. Stroll through Gig Harbor’s historic downtown while viewing art from different categories including painting, basketry, fiber art, metal art, photography, pottery and other media. Enjoy live entertainment, food and vendors!www.peninsulaartleague.com/artFest.html

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Northwest Trek - Endangered Species Weekend – 07/20 – 07/21

Time: 9:30 a.m – 4 p.m.Location: Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 11610 Trek Dr. E. Eatonville WA 98328Join Northwest Trek as they celebrate endan-gered species weekend! Bring your herd to Northwest Trek for a weekend honoring en-dangered species and learn what we can do to protect these animals and their habitats. Activ-ities are free with admission.www.nwtrek.org

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Chambers Bay Challenge

Time: 8:30 p.m.Location: Chambers Creek Regional Park, 9850 64th St. SW University Place WA 98467Cost: $5-$15Participate in this fun run that is for all ages and abilities and will take you along the Soundview Trail, which boasts some of the most amazing views in the Pacific Northwest.www.co.pierce.wa.us/index.aspx?nid=1259

Chalk the Walk

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: Pioneer Way + Harborview Drive, Harborview Drive Gig Harbor WA 98329Cost: FreeFun for the whole family! Check in and receive your chalk at the corner of Pioneer and Har-borview Drive in downtown Gig Harbor.www.ghhwa.org

Eatonville Garden Tour

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Mountain Community Co-op, 105 Carter Street Eatonville WA, 98328Cost: $12 or $10 if purchased in advanceThe 5th annual Eatonville Garden Tour fea-tures five spectacular local gardens, vendors, demonstration, sponsor gardens and a draw-ing for prizes. Each ticket is good for both days of the tour.eatonvillegardentour.com

The Music Man

Time: 7 p.m.Location: 1707 Main St. Sumner WACost: $10-$18This award-winning, critically acclaimed Broadway classic is an American institution! Travel to River City, Iowa in the beloved by-gone era and witness family entertainment at its best!www.manestagetheatre.com/index.html

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Louie Fox – Magic and More – Bonney Lake Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: 4 and upThe one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.

Build It! - Gig Harbor Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: Family Bring your imagination and create something awesome with the Library’s Legos, blocks and other building materials.




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Tacoma Rainiers vs. Tucson Padres

Time: 7 p.m.Location: 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma, WA 98405Cost: $7 - $55Experience the Tacoma Rainiers minor league baseball team at the newly renovated Cheney Stadium. Watch the Tacoma Rainiers vs. Tuc-son Padres game. Rhubarb the reindeer, the Rainiers’ popular mascot, will be out in the field performing magic tricks and dancing with fans. Concessions will be serving hot dogs, beer and more! The team store will be open for all your Tacoma Rainiers souvenirs.

Teen Knitting and Crocheting for Charity – South Hill

Time: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 12-18Knit and crochet items for charity and earn volunteer community service hours for school. Projects include hats, scarves and 8” x 8” squares for blankets.All skill levels welcome. Crochet hooks, knit-ting needles and yarn will be provided.

Backyard Birds – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WA 98335Ages: ChildrenWhat makes a bird a bird? Discover which birds visit your neighborhood and schoolyard. This event requires registration.

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Backyard Birds – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 11:10 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WA 98335Ages: ChildrenWhat makes a bird a bird? Discover which birds visit your neighborhood and schoolyard. This event requires registration. To register, go to: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=18798


Pirate Party

Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Frontier Park Lodge, 21800 Meridian Ave E Graham WA 98338Cost: $13 per child, Ages 2 and up (43 open-ings remaining)Ahoy, me Hearties, Shiver me Timbers, and Batten down the hatches...Pirates have landed and it is time to party! children of all ages are encouraged to put on their Pirate costumes and participate in this first ever Pirate Party. All Buccaneer’s will participate in Pirate Games and crafts testing their Pirate Skills. Host the Jolly Rodger and set sail, R’rrrr we’ll be seeing you at the Party!http://bit.ly/128mcWl

Summer Reading – Scott Petersen – Reptile Man

Time: 2 p.m. Location: Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E, Graham, WA 98338Cost: Free, All agesSlither in and meet some reptiles! Why are they important to the animal kingdom?

Bridal Tasting At Lakewold Gardens

Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: Lakewold Gardens, 12317 Gravelly Lake Dr. S.W. Lakewood Wa, 98499

Cost: Free - $9Developed by Occasion’s Catering, this tasting at Lakewold Gardens gives engaged couples the opportunity to visit and view a wedding setting while enjoying a bridal menu of de-lectable and meeting selected vendors. If you are getting married and want to explore a few vendor options and see the gardens set as a wedding venue, contact Cathryn at Occa-sion’s, 360.943.9393 to make your reservation.

Summer Sounds At Skansie Brothers Park

Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.Location: 3207 Harborview Dr. Gig Harbor WA 98329Cost: FreeCome share in your favorite rock and dance beat of the Beatniks at the Summer Sounds at Skansie Park. Bring your blanket and chairs and relax to some great music.http://www.gigharborguide.com/page.php?id=952

Summer Stories for Babies – Key Center Library

Time: 10:15 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Key Center Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Steampunk Tuesday: Card Crafting – Summit Library

Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 12 and up (for teens and young adult).Add Victorian style to your correspondence by creating a steampunk greeting card with paper

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crafter Rachel Collins. Tea and a light snack will be served. Steampunk attire encouraged.This event requires registration. To register, visit: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19107

Crafting for a Cause – Sumner Library

Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: TeensBring a friend! Knit, crochet or sew hats, scarves and blankets to be donated to local service organizations for families in need. Earn community service credit toward high school service learning requirements.

Summer Stories and Crafts – South Hill Library

Time: 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. & 6: 30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Food and Nutrition for Adults – Tillicum Library

Time: 12 p.m.Location: Tillicum LibraryLana Melnichuk from Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) demon-strates easy, nutritious, delicious and afford-able recipes and discusses nutritional value for vegetables grown in the Tillicum Community Garden.This event requires registration. Please sign up by calling the library at 253-548-3314.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Sumner Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner WA 98390Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla”.

Scott Petersen – Reptile Man – Graham Library

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Graham Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham WA 98338Ages: All agesSlither in and meet some reptiles! Why are they important to the animal kingdom?Free tickets on day of program.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Fife Library

Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA 98424Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla”.


Tacoma Rainiers vs. Tuscon Padres

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Cheney Stadium, 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma WA , 98405Cost: $7 - $55Experience the Tacoma Rainiers minor league baseball team at the newly renovated Cheney Stadium. Watch the Tacoma Rainiers vs. Tuc-son Padres game. Rhubarb the reindeer, the Rainiers’ popular mascot, will be out in the field performing magic tricks and dancing with fans. Concessions will be serving hot dogs, beer and more! The team store will be open for all your Tacoma Rainiers souvenirs. Enjoy $5 microbrews offered throughout the ballpark. This week’s featured brewery is Silver City Brewing of Bremerton, WA.www.TacomaRainiers.com

Life: A Cosmic Story

Time: 2:15 p.m.Location: Pierce College Science DomeCost: $4.16 for children, $7.32 for adults, $4.16 for Pierce College Students. Order Tickets Online: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/6851443853/zventsJoin us for a 1 hour program that starts with

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an interactive tour of our current night sky. Explore the stars, planets, constellations and other celestial objects and then watch the 25 minute fulldome movie Life: A Cosmic Story (description below). A question and answer period will follow the movie if time permits.This program is appropriate for a general au-dience. Please be aware when bringing little children that it gets dark in the dome.No food or beverages are allowed in the Sci-ence Dome.Narrated by two-time Academy Award winner Jodie Foster, Life begins in a grove of tower-ing redwoods, majestic emblems of Northern California. From there, the audience “shrinks” dramatically as it enters a single redwood leaf and then a redwood cell, learning that despite their unique appearance, redwoods are com-posed of the same basic molecules as all other organisms on Earth. After this opening state-ment of shared ancestry, the audience launch-es on a journey through time, witnessing key events since the Big Bang that set the stage for life. The first stars ignite, galaxies coalesce, and entire worlds take shape. On the early Earth, two scenarios for the dawn of life are present-ed — one near a turbulent, deep-sea hydro-thermal vent, and the other in a primordial “hot puddle” on a volcanic island. From these microscopic beginnings, life transformed the entire Earth as it evolved and diversified: filling the atmosphere with oxygen, turning the con-tinents green, and altering global climate pat-terns. The 25-minute show ends with a review of geological evidence and the connectedness of all living things on Earth.





Visiting Artist Summer Series At Museum of Glass: Tom Rowney

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: 1801 Dock St. Tacoma WA 98402The summer series 2013 will feature many of the Australian artists participating in Links: Australian Glass and the Pacific Northwest. Museum of Glass has partnered with Pilchuck Glass School to bring many of the Australian artists to the U.S. this summer. This week’s artist is Tom Rowney.Admission: $12 for adults, $5 for children (6-12), $10 for Seniors (62+), Students (13+), and Military with ID. Children 5 & under free.museumofglass.org/visiting-artists


Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 University Place, WAAges: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Family Story Time – Fife Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA 98424Ages: PreschoolersLearn with stories, art activities, rhymes, sing-ing and fingerplays.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Milton Edgewood Library

Time: 3 p.m. Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E., Suite 29, Milton, WAAges: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Gig HarborLibrary

Time: 3 p.m. Location: 4424 Point Fosdick Drive W. Gig Har-bor WA 98335Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

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Teen Bookmaking – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 4 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Grades: 7-12

Tween and Teen Knit for Charity – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 11-18Attendees will learn knitting basics. The library will provide knitting needles and yarn.

Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop – DuPont Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: DuPont Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive, DuPont WA 98327Ages: FamilyDig up musical treasures--including steel drums--from recycled materials and explore other cultures with Recycalypso.

Ian Dobson – Musical Workshop – South Hill Library

Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: FamilyDig up musical treasures--including steel drums--from recycled materials and explore other cultures with Recycalypso.

Summer Stories for Babies – South HillLibrary

Time: 10 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: 0-2 with adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.


Time: 10:30 a.m.

Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WA 98335Ages: 2-3 with adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.


Time: 11 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WAAges: 2-3 with adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Lakewood Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW Lakewood, WA 98499Ages: 3-6 with adultJoin us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Summit Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 6 and up.Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla.”

Summer Stories and Crafts - Sumner Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner WA, 98390Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Fossils – Eatonville Library

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Eatonville Library, 205 Center St. W. Eatonville, WA 98328Ages: 6 and upLook at real fossils. Learn how they were cre-ated and what they can teach us about the

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very distant past.Contact branch to register.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Steilacoom Library

Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.Location: Steilacoom Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd. Steilacoom, WA 98388Ages: 6 and upPierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla.”



Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Location: Mary Baker Russell Music Center Ampitheater, PLU Campus, Intersection of Wheeler & 8th Ave S., Tacoma, WA 98447Cost: FreePacific Lutheran University’s annual Jazz Under the Stars professional summer con-cert series marks its 15th year this summer. The concert series will focus on the wealth of jazz talent right here in Tacoma, share in the smooth sounds of Stephanie Porter (Seattle vocalist).Bring your lawn chairs and your picnic food. [PLU is a dry campus. Bring the brie, leave the chablis!] The series is sponsored by the PLU music department and KPLU 88.5 FM. Music faculty member Paul Tegels offers an inter-mission performance on the world-famous Fuchs pipe organ in our beautiful Lagerquist Hall. Complimentary coffee at all events and stargazing after the last three concerts at PLU’s Keck Observatory, weather permitting, cour-tesy of the PLU physics department. www.plu.edu/music

Tacoma Rainiers vs. Tuscon Padres

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Cheney Stadium, 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma WA , 98405Cost: $7 - $55Experience the Tacoma Rainiers minor league baseball team at the newly renovated Cheney

Stadium. Watch the Tacoma Rainiers vs. Tuc-son Padres game. Rhubarb the reindeer, the Rainiers’ popular mascot, will be out in the field performing magic tricks and dancing with fans. Concessions will be serving hot dogs, beer and more! The team store will be open for all your Tacoma Rainiers souvenirs www.TacomaRainiers.com

Summer Reading – Composting

Time: 3:30 p.m.Location: Orting Pierce County Library, 202 Washington Ave. South, Orting, WACost: Free; Registration Required.Dig into worm composting bins and find na-ture’s recyclers with the Environmental Educa-tors. Registration required. Register @ piercecountylibrary.org/calendarAges: 6 and up.

Tacoma Broadway Farmer’s Market

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: S. 9th St. & Broadway Tacoma WAhttp://www.tacomafarmersmarket.com/mar-kets/broadway-market.php

Books on Tapps – Bonney Lake Library

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: AdultAll are welcome to share good books with this discussion group.“Seabiscuit” by Laura HillenbrandA rough-hewn, undersized horse fought his trainers and floundered at the lowest level of racing before his dormant talent turned him into a champion.

Expect Respect: Teen Dating and Healthy Relationships – Sumner Library

Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: 13-17Drop in to learn about healthy vs. unhealthy behavior, social media safety, and helping friends.

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Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

Time: 7 p.m – 8:30 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor WA 98335Ages: AdultAll are welcome to join this book discussion group. We meet January-October, on the fourth Thursday of the month, from 7-8:30 p.m.Stop by the library to pick this month’s book, or drop in to visit.

Summer Stories for Babies and Toddlers – University Place Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 University Place, WA 98466Ages: 0-3 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Habitat is Where It’s At – Sumner Library

Time: 1 p.m.Location: Sumner Library 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAGrades: K-6What’s a habitat? What does wildlife need to survive? Take part in a survey of three com-mon Washington habitat types.

Built It! – Key Center Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location Key Center LibraryAges: FamilyBring your imagination and create something awesome with the Library’s Legos, blocks and other building materials.

Summer Stories for Babies – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S.Ages: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

Dig Into Composting – Orting Library

Time: 3:30 p.m.Location: Orting Library, 205 Washington Ave. S. Orting WA 98360Ages: 6 and up.Dig into worm composting bins and find nature’s recyclers with the Environmental Educators. This event requires registration. To register, visit: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_registration.aspx?id=281&event_id=18984

Summer Stories for Toddlers – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time 11 a.m. Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

City Critters – Milton Edgewood Library

Time: 3 p.m.Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E., Suite 29, Milton, WAGrades: K-3Who are the wild creatures in our community? Find out why city dwellers thrive.Free tickets available on the day of the event.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Graham Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Graham Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham, WA 98338Ages: 6 and upPierce County Library Puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla.”

Puppet Theatre Presents – Lakewood Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 98499Ages: 6 and upPierce County Library Puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla.”

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Goodguys 26th Pacific Northwest Nationals 07/26 – 07/28

Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Puyallup Fair + Events Center, 110 9th Ave. S.W. Puyallup WA, 98371Cost: Free - $18Hot rods, customs + muscle cars return to the majestic northwest for the Goodguys Pacific Northwest Nationals! One of the longest-run-ning and prestigious events on the Goodguys 2013 national tour, the Pacific Northwest Na-tionals features a giant show and shine show-casing over 2,500 candy-colored pre-1972 hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks on display. Plus, learn about the latest collector car products and trends at Vendor and Spon-sor Exhibits, shop the Ahwooga.com Swap Meet for those hard-to-find parts and automo-tive memorabilia, buy or sell a vehicle at the AutoTrader Classics Cars 4 Sale Corral. Enjoy live nostalgic music entertainment and take in nightly post-event parties, check out the Pin-stripers Brush Bash, participate in free fun stuff for the kids like the Revell Model Car Make n’ Take and PPG coloring contest, crousel rides and so much more. www.good-guys.com

Enumclaw Street Fair 2013 - 07/26 – 07/28

Time: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.Location: Downtown Enumclaw, 1400 Cole St. Enumclaw WA 98022Cost: FreeAdd the Enumclaw Street Fair to your summer “to do” list!! There is something for every-one at the Enumclaw Street Fair. Discover for yourself the friendly, small town atmosphere. This is the perfect opportunity to explore the downtown shopping, eating and wine tasting. Enjoy the amazing sight of Mt. Rainier as you stroll down Cole Street, stopping at the Main Stage to listen to music on your way to the kid play zone with the kids. Savor that gourmet ice cream cone, funnel cakes, cotton candy as you peruse the many booths of wares where you are sure to find something that tickles your fancy. www.enumclawstreetfair.com/

Movie in the Park – Wreck It Ralph

Time: Movie starts at duskLocation: Meridian Habitat Park, 14422 Meridi-an East, South Hill, Puyallup, 98375Cost: FreeGrab a blanket and your favorite lawn chair for our Movies in the Park series. We will be offering four different family friendly movies in three different parks throughout the summer on our jumbo screen. All the movies are FREE and rated PG. The June 14th movie will be held inside from 6-9 p.m. The other movies are held outside and will start at dusk. Come early to play for pre-show activities and games at 7 p.m. Conces-sions on site will also be available.

Friday at the Fort

Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.Location: Fort Nisqually Living History Muse-um, 5400 N. Pearl St. #11 Tacoma WA, 98407Cost: $4 - $20Have a great time with friends and enjoy a summertime party in a gorgeous setting, Fort Nisqually as the sun goes down! This adults-only fundraising event features live music, delicious refreshments and tasty craft beers and local wines.www.metroparkstacoma.org/friday-at-fort/

Music Off Main Street In Sumner

Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.Location: 914 Kincaid Ave. Sumner WA, 98390Cost: FreeBring a blanket, chair and picnic dinner and be ready to tap your feet and clap your hands at each performance. This week enjoy the per-formance of The Coats, Puget Sound’s own internationally acclaimed vocal band.www.ci.sumner.wa.us/Living/MusicOffMain.htm

The Music Man

Time: 7 p.m.Location: 1707 Main St. Sumner WACost: $10-$18This award-winning, critically acclaimed Broadway classic is an American institution!

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Travel to River City, Iowa in the beloved by-gone era and witness family entertainment at its best!www.manestagetheatre.com/index.html

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Seussical JR – The Musical

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lake-wood Towne Center Blvd. Lakewood, WACost: $10Ages: All AgesOh, the people you will see and the things you will do! Join us for a madcap romp in the Institute production of Seussical Jr., where anything and everything is possible.http://www.lakewoodplayhouse.org/

Summer Stories for Babies – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W., Gig Harbor, WAAges: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.


Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Bonney Lake Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Bonney Lake Library, 18501 90th St. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts - Summit Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Read to a Dog – Sumner Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: Children of all ages.Share a book with a furry friend while improv-ing your reading skills! All participating dogs are certified therapy dogs. No registration required.

Looking for Gold – University Place Library

Time: 1 p.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: 6 and upFind out where gold comes from and how to tell if it’s real.

Puppet Theatre Presents – South Hill Library

Time: 1 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.Location: South Hill LibraryAges: 6 and upPierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway

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Ethnic Fest

Time: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.Location: Wright Park, 501 S. I St. Tacoma WA 98405Cost: FreeFeast on exotic flavors, vivid costumes and dynamic rhythms as you experience two full days of music, dance, art and foods from around the world.www.metroparkstacoma.org

HIN (Hot Import Nights) Tacoma Dome 2013 featuring Miss Hin 2013 Dannie Riel – The Ultimate Consumer & Trade Show

Time: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.Location: Tacoma Dome, 2727 E. D St. Taco-ma, WACost: $15 - $25IN is a unique nationwide automotive festival taking place at the Tacoma Dome Saturday July 27th, 2013. The HIN experience features showcasing hundreds of customized rides with full lighting displays, Top Car Crews/Teams, EDM Stage w/ Headliner Talent, Fea-tured Industry Models in the Model Lounge, GoGo Competition, Fashion Show, Auto Af-termarket Exhibitors, Merch Stands, Entertain-ment Zones, Concessions, plus tons of festival attractions. HIN returns to the North West in a brand new location!http://www.hotimportnights.com/category/schedule/

Free Family Movie Night - “Here Comes the Boom”

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Ft. Steilacoom Park, 8700 Steilacoom Blvd. Lakewood, WALet Navy Federal Credit Union take you out to a Movie Under the Stars! Join us at Fort Steila-coom Park for a free showing of “Here Comes the Boom” on Saturday, July 27th. Pre-movie activities including inflatables, face painting, music and concessions begin at 6pm, movie begins at approximately 8:45pm.

Fourth Saturday History Walk

Time: 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Location: Downtown Sumner, 906 Kincaid Ave. Sumner WA 98390Cost: FreeTour historic downtown Sumner. Enjoy the monthly history walk on the last Saturday of each month.www.sumnerdowntown.com

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Summer Reading – Looking for Gold

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E, Graham, WA 98338Ages: 6 and up.Find out where gold comes from and how to tell if it’s real.Registration is required. Register @ pierce-countylibrary.org/calendar

Working with Watercolors and Indulging in Ice Cream Treats

Time: 7 p.m.Location: Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WACost: $35 ($25 for members), includes all supplies and admission for one adult with or without a child. Cost of admission for each additional child is $10. All ages.Join us for an entry level watercolor painting course focusing on landscapes. Look out from our balcony for creative inspiration as we view the vibrant downtown community and lo-cal landmarks such as Mount Rainier and the Tacoma Dome. After completing your master-piece, enjoy some local ice cream flavors and make a sundae.

Ragtime The Musical

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Tacoma, WA 9840Cost: $12-$29In a beautiful story with a glorious score, Rag-time intertwines the lives of three distinct fam-ilies of the early 20th Century and poignantly illustrates history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate. The To-ny-winning score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty is just as diverse as the melting pot of America itself - drawing upon many musical styles from the ragtime rhythms of Harlem and Tin Pan Alley to the klezmer of the Lower East Side, from bold brass band marches to delicate waltzes, from up-tempo banjo tunes to period parlor songs and expansive anthems. An all-time Tacoma Musical Playhouse favorite!

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The Music Man

Time: Showings at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.Location: 1707 Main St. Sumner WACost: $10-$18This award-winning, critically acclaimed Broadway classic is an American institution! Travel to River City, Iowa in the beloved by-gone era and witness family entertainment at its best!www.manestagetheatre.com/index.html

Steampunk Saturday: Electro-etch – Summit Library

Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th St. E. Tacoma, WA 98446Ages: 12 and upEtch with a simple salt water and electricity technique to add elegance to a plain mint tin. Enjoy Victorian parlor games, tea, light snacks and steampunk cinema. Steampunk attire en-couraged.This event requires registration. To regis-ter, visit: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_registration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19108

Dig Into Composting – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 1 p.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 6 and upDig into worm composting bins and find na-ture’s recyclers with the Environmental Educa-tors.This event requires registration. To register, visit: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19013

Looking for Gold – Graham Library

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Graham Library, 9202 224th St. E. Graham, WA 98338Ages: 6 and up.

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Find out where gold comes from and how to tell if it’s real. Contact branch to register.


Salmon Bake at Sunny Side Park

Time: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Sunny Side Park, Steilacoom WA, 98388Cost: $6 - $14The Steilacoom Historical museum associa-tion, SHMA, is hosting the annual salmon bake at Sunnyside Park. Enjoy the live entertain-ment and there will also be Native American storytelling, food items and event photos for sale.www.steilacoomhistorical.org

Tacoma Moveable Feast – Food Truck Festival

Time: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.Location: Cheney StadiumCost: Free (other than the cost of food)Join in the fun at Tacoma’s inaugural Food Truck Festival, Tacoma Movealbe Feast! The one-day feast has room for about 40 mobile restaurants. Share in the fun and excitement and the wonderful food choices. It’s a celebra-tion of all things street food paired with music, beer and great company.www.tacomafoodtruck.com

Washington Special Olympics Regional Golf Tournament and Skills Challenge

Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.Location: Meadow Park Golf Course 7108 Lakewood Dr. W. Tacoma WA 98467On July 28, 2013 Meadow Park Golf Course will hosted its 7th consecutive regional outing for the Special Olympics of Washington. An estimated 300+ participants will come out to Meadow Park from as far away as Whatcom and Clark Counties to compete in the regional event. www.meadowparkgolf.com

Julion Alvarez

Time: 8 p.m.Location: Tacoma Dome, Tacoma, WA

Tickets: $50-$100Please note, prices increase to $70 and $120 day of show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., Show starts at 8 p.m. Children ages 10 and under are free with paying adult.

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Ragtime The Musical

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Tacoma, WA 9840Cost: $12-$29In a beautiful story with a glorious score, Rag-time intertwines the lives of three distinct fam-ilies of the early 20th Century and poignantly

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illustrates history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate. The To-ny-winning score by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty is just as diverse as the melting pot of America itself - drawing upon many musical styles from the ragtime rhythms of Harlem and Tin Pan Alley to the klezmer of the Lower East Side, from bold brass band marches to delicate waltzes, from up-tempo banjo tunes to period parlor songs and expansive anthems. An all-time Tacoma Musical Playhouse favorite!www.tmp.org/mainstage.aspx#show6

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Teen Gaming – South Hill Library

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 12-18

Louie Foxx – Magic and More – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W., Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 6 and up.The one man side show performs magic, comedy and juggling with things normally found underground.

Rockhounding – Lakewood Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW Lakewood, WA 98499Ages: 7 and up

What’s a rockhound? Learn what rocks are keepers, how to find them and what tools to use.


Tacoma Rainiers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers

Time: 7 p.m. Location: Cheney Stadium, 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma WA, 98405Cost: $7 - $55Experience the Tacoma Rainiers minor league baseball team at the newly renovated Cheney Stadium. Watch the Tacoma Rainiers vs. Oma-ha Storm Chasers game. Rhubarb the reindeer, the Rainiers’ popular mascot, will be out in the field performing magic tricks and dancing with fans. Concessions will be serving hot dogs, beer and more! The team store will be open for all your Tacoma Rainiers souvenirs.www.TacomaRainiers.com

Summer Reading – Puppet Theatre – Parkland Spanaway Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Parkland Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98444Ages: 6 and upCost: FreePierce County Library puppeteers presents classic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Run-away Tortilla”.

Summer Sounds At Skansi Brothers Park

Time: 6:30 p.m.Location: Skansie Brothers Park, 2307 Harbor-view Dr. Gig Harbor WA, 98329Cost: FreeCome share in the sounds of the Human Jukebox with the Steve Stefanowitz + Too many Cooks band at the Summer Sounds at Skansie Park. Bring your blanket and chairs and relax to some great music.www.gigharborguide.com/page.php?id=952

Meet Author Kelly Cooper “Cookies for Grown-ups” Book Signing

Time: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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Location: King’s Books, Tacoma, WACost: Free, Ages 21 and upCome and meet Kelly Cooper, author of “Cookies for Grown-ups” and enjoy both a sweet and savory cookie at King’s Books in Tacoma on July 30th (7:00pm). You’ll love her recipes AND her book. “Cookies for Grown-ups” is a delight. Read more about the book at: grownupcookies.com. You’ll find more images, cookie descriptions, and tasty recipes there as well. Cookies for Grown-ups are savory and sweet recipes and a cookbook created to intrigue and satisfy the adult palette.http://grownupcookies.com/

Family Movie Night – University Place Library

Time: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: All ages; FamilyJoin us for a family movie night! Please call the University Place Library for more informa-tion.Call University Place Library at: 253-548-3307

Summer Stories for Babies – Key Center Library

Time: 10:15 a.m.Location: Key Center Library, 8905 KPN, Lake-bay, WA 98349Ages: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.

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Fife Library presents Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Fife Library, 6622 20th St. E. Fife, WA 98424

Ages: 6 and upUnearth the secrets of underground surviv-al, meet a live animal visitor and learn about nature’s diggers.

Crafting for a Cause – Sumner Library

Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WA 98390Ages: TeensBring a friend! Knit, crochet or sew hats, scarves and blankets to be donated to local service organizations for families in need. Earn community service credit toward high school service learning requirements.

Summer Stories and Crafts – South Hill Library

Time: 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E. South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 3-6 with an adultJoin us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Puppet Theatre Presents – University Place

Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, University Place, WAAges: 6 and upPierce County Library Puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla”.


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Visiting Artist Summer Series At Museum of Glass: Kirstie Rae

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: 1801 Dock St. Tacoma WA 98402The summer series 2013 will feature many of the Australian artists participating in Links: Australian Glass and the Pacific Northwest. Museum of Glass has partnered with Pilchuck Glass School to bring many of the Australian artists to the U.S. this summer. This week’s artist is Kirstie Rae.Admission: $12 for adults, $5 for children (6-12), $10 for Seniors (62+), Students (13+), and Military with ID. Children 5 & under free.museumofglass.org/visiting-artists

Tacoma Rainiers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers

Time: 7 p.m. Location: Cheney Stadium, 2502 S. Tyler St. Tacoma WA, 98405Cost: $7 - $55Experience the Tacoma Rainiers minor league baseball team at the newly renovated Cheney Stadium. Watch the Tacoma Rainiers vs. Oma-ha Storm Chasers game. Rhubarb the reindeer, the Rainiers’ popular mascot, will be out in the field performing magic tricks and dancing with fans. Concessions will be serving hot dogs, beer and more! The team store will be open for all your Tacoma Rainiers souvenirs. Enjoy $5 microbrews offered throughout the ball-park. This week’s featured brewery is Diamond Knot Brewing of Mukilteo, WA.www.TacomaRainiers.com


Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: University Place Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 University Place, WA 98466Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Charlie the Noiseguy – Buckley Library

Time: 11 a.m.Location: Buckley Library, 123 S. River Ave. Buckley, WA 98321Ages: All ages; Family

The mudslingin’, noisemakin’ kids’ comedian takes you on a loud off-road adventure with monster trucks, bulldozers, and shovels.

Charlie the Noiseguy – Bonney Lake Library

Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Bonney Lake, 18501 90th St. E. Bon-ney Lake, WA 98391Ages: All ages; FamilyThe mudslingin’, noisemakin’ kids’ comedian takes you on a loud off-road adventure with monster trucks, bulldozers, and shovels.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Milton Edgewood Library

Time: 3 p.m. Location: Milton Edgewood Library, 900 Me-ridian E., Suite 29, Milton, WA 98354Ages: 3-6 with an adultJoin us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Gig Harbor Library

Time: 11:30 a.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W. Gig Harbor, WAAges: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Eric Ode – Concert: The Big Dig – Lakewood Library

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd SW Lakewood, WA 98499Ages: 3-9Get down with Weasel Pete in this concert about underground critters, buried treasure and all things muddy.

Tween and Teen Knit for Charity – Gig Harbor

Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fos-dick Drive W., Gig Harbor, WA 98335Ages: 11-18Attendees will learn knitting basics. The library will provide knitting needles and yarn.

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Rocks, Gems and Minerals – South Hill Library

Time: 2:30 p.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E., South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 6 and upPick up tips to identify and dig up rocks and minerals. Watch tumblers and other euqip-ment. Bring 2 rocks/minerals to be identified.This event requires registration. To register, visit: http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/event_reg-istration.aspx?id=281&event_id=19067

Summer Stories for Babies – South Hill Library

Time: 10 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E., South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 0-2 with an adult.Help build your baby’s brain with books, ac-tion rhymes, knee bounces, songs and more.




Time: 11 a.m.Location: South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian E., South Hill, WA 98375Ages: 2-3 with an adult.Dig into Reading and enjoy simple picture books, songs, fingerplays, movement games and play time.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Lakewood Library

Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Lakewood Library, 6300 Wildaire Rd.

SW, Lakewood WA 98499Ages: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Puppet Theatre Presents – Tillicum Library

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Location: Tillicum Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W. Tillicum, WA 98498Pierce County Library puppeteers present clas-sic stories. “Rumpelstiltskin” and “The Runaway Tortilla”.

Summer Stories and Crafts – Sumner Library

Time: 10:30 a.m.Location: Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Sumner, WAAges: 3-6 with an adult.Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.

Dig Into Composting – Steilacoom Library

Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.Location: Steilacoom Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd. Steilacoom WA 98388Ages: 6 and upDig into worm composting bins and find na-ture’s recyclers with the Environmental Educa-tors.

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