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Arts & Entertainment
Students can learn the meaning of L.I.F.E. this summer
Starting on June 26 and continuing through Aug. 21, area students will have the opportunity to get involved in L.I.F.E. – living in free expression. Rather than spend summer vacation whiling away the hours, youth can have fun, make new friends and explore new vistas at this two-month series of urban art workshops designed to allow youth to develop their unique voices through a variety of mediums including music, movement, visual arts and more. Read more...
Art, pride emanate at Tacoma Is For Lovers
The morning of June 13 filled King’s Books with sunshine, friendly faces and lots of locally made art and craft pieces for sale at the first Tacoma Is For Lovers (TIFL) artist craft fair of 2010. Read more...
The park is alive with the sound of music…
‘Listen Live at Lunch’ summer concert series kicks off at First Lutheran Church
Starting today and continuing every Thursday through August 19, the sweet sounds of music will be wafting through Wright Park purely for your lunchtime enjoyment. The free summer concert series called “Listen Live at Lunch” is returning to First Lutheran Church for the second year in a row, much to the delight of area workers, residents and park visitors who get to enjoy spending their noontime lunch hour at this relaxing summer treat. Read more...
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum’s re-enactors will serve up a day out of 1855 with a pinch of history, a dash of cooking and a smidgen of good old-fashioned fun, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 19. Read more...
New exhibit welcomes summer with whimsical, bright pieces
As a way to ring in the better weather Tacoma has been experiencing lately, the Telephone Room Gallery planned a summer garden celebration in conjunction with their June art opening. Read more...
It’s Hammer Time at the EQC
Known for his amazing dance talent and spectacular performances as well as his flamboyant wardrobe and energetic personal style, MC Hammer has made his mark in America’s pop history. Read more...
Part-music, part-art, all party
The first ever Grit City Fest has arrived
Desiring to start a new music festival that embodies the spirit of Tacoma, local rap artist Quincy “Q Dot” Henry sought help with his idea the way that many artists in Tacoma do: through the Tacoma Art Listserv. Read more...
‘Quiet Shoes’ creates a buzz in local film scene
Local director Isaac Olsen did not attend film school and has little background in the industry but, nonetheless, he has been able to make a name for himself in local filmmaking. Read more...
Point Defiance Rose Garden event aims to support Zina Linnik project
What used to be a Greater Metro Parks Foundation event held as part of Taste of Tacoma has grown into its own signature fundraising effort. Wine & Roses is its name, and it promises to be a delightful affair when on June 18 guests sample wines from around the region and stroll in the exquisite Rose Garden at Point Defiance Park. Read more...
Amocat Café a welcome addition to the neighborhood
The Amocat Café, (read it backwards) situated in an excellent location at 625 St. Helens Ave. in downtown Tacoma near the Mix and Puget Sound Pizza, officially opened June 1 to eager locals and soon-to-be loyal patrons. Read more...
