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July is here and we've found a number of things to do in Tacoma! Get re-acquainted with Tacoma's dining scene, put those running shoes to use, catch an airshow for the 4th, shop local and outdoors, or celebrate Pride in Tacoma style. Looking for something to do with the kids? Get the family together for an outdoor movie night or get your little dancer signed up for a dance camp they'll never forget (pssst, we heard Elsa might be swinging by). We are excited to watch this city open up more and more! See you around, Tacoma! July 3rd Grand Re-Opening of Bob’s Java Jive It seemed bleak for Tacoma’s famous teapot, but thanks to the love and support of the Tacoma community, our famous Bob's Java Jive will re-open this month. Come check out the improvements made at Bob's while enjoying some food, spirits, and of course... karaoke! We're so happy to see this Tacoma staple back up and running, who else can say they have a giant teapot bar in their town!? The Jive will open early at 3pm and is looking forward to seeing your smiling faces. Be sure to stick around for a special surprise too! July 4th Point Ruston Independence Day 5k Another holiday, another fun run! Tacoma City Marathon Association is proud to present another IN PERSON race. Starting at North 37th and Vassault and ending in the beautiful Point Ruston, this fast, flat, and downhill 5k is a great way to burn off those Independence Day hot dogs before your even eat 'em. Either have your friends and family pick you up at the finish line or take the convenient shuttle back to Vassault (runs until 10am!). Each finisher will receive a medal and race day t-shirt. Come celebrate with a nice morning run! July 3rd & 4th Wings and Wheels Airshow Unfortunately, this years Tacoma Freedom Fair is cancelled (**womp womp**). While this beloved tradition is on hold yet another year, the Freedom Fair organizers have come alongside our Gig Harbor neighbors and invite you to the Wings and Wheels Airshow! This event is designed so that your family can view the tricks, speed, and fun of military and civilian aircrafts from your own personal tailgating space. There will be two shows each day, all featuring an Air Force F-35 Lighting II demonstration, the 62nd AW West Coast C-17 Demonstration Team, Vicky Benzing Aerosports, and more! Tickets are sold per vehicle and you are invited to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Pssst... Looking for a place to view fireworks? Check out this article from Travel Tacoma OR get your tickets to the upcoming July 3rd and 4th Rainers games! Tacoma Pride Festival It’s time for Tacoma Pride! Over the month of July, Tacoma’s Rainbow Center has set up a series of events around this Grit City to support and celebrate our LGBTQ residents. It all starts on July 9th with the raising of the pride flag over the Tacoma Dome and goes all month long! Throughout July you’ll find a myriad of events like drag shows, the Stride with Pride fun run, fun activities at The Mix, a lawn bowling tournament, and of course, the outdoor Pride Festival featuring local musicians, vendors, food, a beer garden, and a whole lot of pride! Also, be sure to check out the Points of Pride around Tacoma who are offering special promotions and activities in honor of pride. With this much to do, you’ll surely find a way to celebrate love all month! Other Tacoma Pride Events include: July 9th - Movie in the Park July 10th & 11th - Pride at the Zoo July 10th - Pride at Northwest Trek July 15th - PRIDE pARTy at TAM And MORE! July 10th & 31st Hilltop Indoor Market Hilltop always has something new going on! Located in the Tacoma Arts Community Center on 11th and MLK, the Hilltop Indoor Market is bringing a fresh look, with fresh new local vendors every twice a month. That’s right! Two markets a month and a different theme each market. July is coming in hot with a Health & Wellness market on July 10th, follwed by their most popular market, Hempfest, on July 31st. Each market will run from 10am – 6pm and feature local makers who create anything from body butters, hair care products, and spiritual tools, to t-shirts, glass art, and cbd infused bathbombs (no marijuana or THC infused products, just FYI!). Follow the market on Instagram or Facebook for vendor updates, future events, and to see how the market is serving the Hilltop Community. July 12th Tacoma Narrows Bridge: First live discussion at Tacoma History Museum in over a year! The Tacoma History Museum is excited to announce their first in-person event in over year! Come join local writer Donald Tjossem as he dives into his most recent book, Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Learn about the history of our famous bridges, get a glimpse into the process of building such massive structures, hear the tail of Galloping Gertie, and see some of the faces behind the construction. The historical society staff will be so happy to see you! Hungry? If you aren't following Sue Kidd's Dine Pierce County on Instagram or Facebook, do yourself a favor and start right now! June 30th marks the "re-opening" of Washington State. Our friends in the service industry have certainly been put through the ringer this past year and we are excited to get back out there and show them some love. Thankfully, Sue Kidd has put together a list of *50* restaurants that opened during the pandemic. From high end steak houses, to authentic noodles bowls, to a nice pizza pie, the list is incredible. Need a new Taco Tuesday joint? There's a few! Dessert? Oh HECK YEAH. Check out Sue's latest post here. July 15th Mid Summer Market If you've read previous blogs from us, you've heard Catie rave over Splendor & Stone. Well guess what? She's doing it again! Gretchen of Splendor & Stone is hosting a market... in her own backyard! Not only will she feature her own beautiful creations, but creations and collections from local artists and businesses. Clothing, plants, jewelry, art, you name it! This one day market is sure to be full of treasure. Check out her Instagram for more details and updates. July 24th Outdoor Movie Night: Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse Pack up your blankets and popcorn because it's time for a movie night! The Grand Cinema in partnership with Salishan Association and the Tacoma Housing Authority are hosting a FREE outdoor movie night for the whole family. Featuring the 2018 animated hit, Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse, this occasion is great for all ages. The movie starts at 9pm in Salishan's Family Investment Center Field, so be sure to arrive early for seating. Snacks will be provided and all are welcome! Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center: Dance Camp Have a kiddo that loves to dance? Check out Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center's Dance Camp! This four week camp includes instruction in ballet, hip-hop, and/or West African dance, as well as other fun activities. Each week will focus on a different Disney movie and character, and includes games, crafts, outdoor activities and more! Rumor has it Elsa and a few of her friends may even be making an appearance. Lunch and snacks will be provided as well as scholarships for children on free and reduced lunch.

It’s finally June and Tacoma is full of things to do! Head down to Thea Foss for an ocean celebration, take your dog on a walk for a cause, snag some sweet vinyl, shop local, or check out Tacoma’s latest market on the marina and grab a brew while you’re there. Summer time is looking cool in Tacoma. Tacoma Ocean Fest Tacoma’s Ocean Fest invites you to celebrate Tacoma Ocean Month with days of fun! June 4th Lantern Paddle Come light up Thea Foss Waterway from your own paddle board or kayak. Create a magical twilight moment to celebrate the marine life of Puget Sound by decorating your vessel with lights, nautical art, or just your smiling face. Launching anywhere along Foss Waterway at 9pm, come join or watch from the shore as the Sound sparkles. Arrive early for musical entertainment from 7pm – 9pm featuring PLU Steel Pan Ensemble and aerialist Deanna Riley. June 5th Beach Clean Up Mask up, glove up, and get ready for a nice tidy walk along the waterfront. From 9am to 1pm starting at Jack Hyde park (or any point along Tacoma’s 13miles of waterfront) you’re invited to help keep our shoreline beautiful. As you walk, collect any trash you find along the water front and sidewalks (we promise there is a fun part coming). Store all waste in a bucket or trash bag and hang on to it for a final weigh-in. All trash will be weighed and placed in the Trashoctopus, a giant octopus trashcan that will be roaming beaches all month! June 6th Festival Day The main event! Enjoy a day jam packed with ocean inspired art, music, dance, science talks, and water fun. Explore exhibits of underwater photography, wooden sculptures, and even a crocheted take on sea life. Feel like putting on your dancing flippers? The outdoor stage will be busy all day with Hula, percussion, brass bands, and more! Or curious about what’s really going on in the deep blue sea? Hear from a plethora of scientists, divers, and ocean activists about our marine friends and how to keep them safe. Booths with Eco info as well as youth talks will be available as well. Follow Tacoma Ocean Fest on Facebook and Instagram for more opportunities to celebrate throughout the month! June 8th 6th Ave Business District Meeting 6th Avenue seems to always be brimming with activities, new shops, and great food. Wanna get the inside scoop? Join the virtual 6th Ave Business District Meeting via Zoom on Junes 8th and hear what's new! Meetings happen once a month and are open to the public. With businesses re-opening, now is a great time to hear what's coming up for the Ave. Plus, it's a great way to stay in touch with the community! June 12th Record Store Day! National Record Store Day is a day to celebrate all that is vinyl. It features special releases, sales, giveaways, and all around good times for the any audiophile. Check out these Tacoma locations to see how they're celebrating this year: Hi-Voltage Records 2714 6th Ave (Turntable Treasures) 608 N. Prospect June 13th Markets at the Marina: Opening Day! Shop local while taking in views (and brews!) of the Narrows. Situated in the former lumber mill, turned boat house in Narrow’s Marina, this new event space is the home to Markets at the Marina. Sure to draw you in with it’s outdoor patio, beer garden, food trucks, and local vendors, you can make a day of it every other Sunday with your family and friends. Like what you see? You can totally book the space for your own event! Office parties, weddings, anniversaries, and celebrations of all sorts are welcome at this 500 person venue. Maybe we’ll see you there! Every Third Thursday Comedy at Narrows Speaking of our friends down at the Narrows! Don’t miss out on some comedy for a cause at Narrows Brewing. Every third Thursday the lovely Narrows brewing will be serving up pints and laughs all in support of local charities. Through August, $1 from every pint sold at a comedy night will benefit the charity of the month. For this month’s show on June 19th all funds raised will benefit the Tacoma Rescue Mission! Follow Narrow’s Brewing on Facebook and Instagram for a full line up of charities and comedians to come. June 19th Fircrest Community Yard Sale Alright all you bargain hunters, now is your time. Our sweet neighbors in Fircrest are hosting a community wide yard sale. From 9am to 4pm residents will be opening up their lawns, garages, and drive-ways full of second-hand treats. Known to have dozens of participants each year (sans the lost year of 2020) you’re sure to come home with some treasure. Live in the Fircrest area? There is no cost to register! Simply fill out a registration form and you’ll be added to the advertised list. Why not do some spring cleaning, make a few bucks, and meet your neighbors in the process! Tacoma Little Theater SUmmer Camps 2021 Summer camp is back! June through August, Tacoma Little Theater is opening up week long camps to it's tiniest thespians. In person classes are capped at 15 students and virtual classes will be offered after those have filled. Featuring Disney classics, fairy tales, and famous reads, there is something for every little performer. Registration is open now, so check out the line-up and have your kiddo choose their next theatrical debut! June 20th – 26th Virtual Dog-a-thon Do you have a Poodle-pal? A loveable Lab? A Beagle BFF? Show them off while helping raise funds for Tacoma Pierce County Humane Society! This week-long virtual celebration encourages you to take your canine companion for a walk, support local doggie businesses, and of course snap a #dogathon2021 photo for the gram. Register for free here to unlock fundraising tools and behind the scenes tours. Then take a walk through the Virtual Vendor Village and celebrate some animal loving businesses like Moose Pet Wear, Barking Farm, Woofer’s Grooming and Goodies, and more. Don’t forget your bone-afide swag, so be sure to order a dog-a-thon T-shirt! Markets This Month ... Fresh Express Mobile Market -Mobile Mini Market -Locations across Pierce County -Accepts SNAP EBT, Cash, and Card -Eight weekly locations and growing! ... Point Ruston Farmers Market -Opens June 6th! -Sundays, 10am - 3pm -80 local vendors -Produce, flowers, art, apparel, food trucks, and more! -5105 Ruston Way ... Eastside Famers Market -Opens June 1st! -Tuesdays, 3pm - 7pm -30 local Vendors -Produce, art, food, crafts, unique beverages, and more! -3500 McKinley Ave. E.

Summer is here, don't miss this opportunity to make the most of it. Centrally placed on a large corner lot this home boasts exceptional amenities both inside and out. Enjoy yourself year round with gardening, gatherings in the fenced yard, or hang outs on the covered deck. A quaint gazebo offers a place to lounge outdoors, but is also wired and ready for a relaxing hot tub. Inside you'll find a spacious open concept living, dining, and kitchen floorplan. Host special occasions in the large dining room addition, movie nights in the bright living room, or create feasts in the kitchen conveniently located just off the back deck. Two bedrooms and an enormous master with a full private bathroom give everybody a space to escape. New roof in 2019. Video Tour Virtual Tour The Basics 1,676 sq. ft. 3 bed rooms 2 bath Large master bedroom with en suite bath Fenced in backyard Covered deck Attached garage 8,500 sq. ft. corner lot Living Room This freshly painted bright spacious living room is an open concept space flowing into the dining and outdoor areas, and contains plenty of light pouring in from the large front window and sliding back doors. Dining Room & Kitchen Tucked to the right of the living areas is a dining room addition with space for bar seating. Conveniently located across from the kitchen, this space is ideal for hosting dinners or enjoying a nice cozy evening cocktail with friends. Spare Bedrooms & Full Bath Two additional bedrooms are located just down the hall across from a full guest bathroom. Each room is perfect for an office, small gym, or spare bedroom. Master Bedroom and En Suite Bathroom Stay secluded in this very spacious master bedroom with a private bathroom. With room for a king size bed and seating, this space is a perfect getaway in your own home. Covered Deck and Fenced in Backyard Finally, enjoy this large fenced back yard with covered deck, gazebo fit for a hot tub, and room for a blooming garden. Summer days will be such a breeze in this sweet yard. Offered At: $500,000 29540 32nd Pl. S. Auburn, WA 98001 MLS# 1773342 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

May is here and we've found a few things to do around Tacoma. Test your detective skills, race for a cause (twice!), enjoy some fresh cider, check out a live outdoor show, see what's new to eat on 6th Ave, and our favorite, enjoy some local Rainier baseball! The sun is shining and we're ready to get out there. May 1st - 31st EFN Hunger Walk 5k It’s no secret that Douville Home Group loves the work of Emergency Food Network. What better time to sing their praises than during Hunger Awareness Month! Through the month of May, EFN invites you to participate in the Hunger Walk and 5K. This year the 5k will be virtual and includes weekly themes, local discounts, and swag! Walk or run a 5k (or as many as you want!) while raising funds for the great work for EFN. For every dollar given to EFN, they can provide FIVE meals to local families in need! Last year alone they were able to provide over 14million pounds of food to the over 1.3 million individuals. Get those walking shoes out and sign up today! Bonus: Grow Your Food – EFN Seed Start Program: EFN's Mother Earth Farm will be distributing seed starts for you to grow your own food. Every Friday through June18th, seed starts will be available at local community gardens and parks. May 6th,13th, 20th, 27th, and 28th Mystery Mini Series Pretty Gritty Tours along with City of Tacoma’s Historic Preservation Office have set up an online murder mystery set in 1920’s Tacoma. Each week, detective can take a video tour of a different historical Tacoma structure where clues will be revealed and hints will be given. This fictional mystery is based off the life of author Dashiell Hammett. Get a glimpse at his time spent as a detective in Tacoma, which inspired portions of his famous novel The Maltese Falcon. The first three gum shoes to figure out the killer, will win a special prize. Are you on the case? May 6th Tacoma Rainier’s Opening Day It’s finally here, opening day for the Tacoma Rainiers! There’s nothing quite like sitting in the ballpark with a hotdog in hand and hearing the sound of a bat cracking another home run across the field. Opening at 25% capacity, Cheney Stadium has worked out all the kinks for opening under Covid guidelines. All ticket sales will start at 10am on the day of each game and will go until their gone. The stadium will also be cashless, bag less, and paperless, so only carry in what you need and you'll receive a digital ticket. All concessions will be operating under the new health guidelines. All the changes aside, we are SO ready for game day! May 7th First Friday: Food Trucks + Fun Join Incline Cider House as they kick-off the month of May! A fresh month means fresh eats and a fresh new cider. Incline Cider will be releasing their latest flavor, Grapefruit 7, and have invited Seoul Bowl Tacoma to pair it with their delicious Korean BBQ bowls. Seoul Bowl Tacoma food truck offers your choice of four Korean BBQ proteins, beef, pork, chicken, and tofu, served along side unlimited sides/toppings, including sweet Asian salad, Korean Kimchi, pickled radish and more. Not a grapefruit fan? Don't worry! Incline Cider House offers over a dozen ciders that range from dry and hoppy to sweet and juicy. Check out their tap list here! May 15th A Drive in Concert: The Return of Live Singing Enjoy an outdoor concert from the comfort of your car! Tacoma Refugee Choir (TRC) along with other local artists will be taking over LeMay car museum's Haub field. Show up early and enjoy the museum along with food trucks, or get there just in time to jam from within your designated parking spots. TRC is a choir that gathers weekly where all are welcome, singers or not, but more specifically the choir exists to, "support the voices of immigrants and refugees, as well as the children of refugees and immigrants." The choir was formed as a project in partnership with Tacoma Community House, a "nationally-respected, community-based service center for immigrants, refugees, and long-time South Sound residents seeking enrichment and pathways to self-sufficiency." For 110 years, TCH has been helping individuals transition out of poverty, navigate new cultures, and find professional success. Come check out this LIVE show and support our neighbors and their voices! May 22nd Beyond the Backyard Are you slightly (or really) competitive and ready for an adventure in your own backyard? Great! Tacoma Pierce County Habitat for Humanity has created an adventure race, just for you! Teams of 3 - 8 people are tasked with completing four challenges in the categories of Physical, Find, Skill, and Fun. This three hour even starts wherever YOU are. That's right. There is no start or finish line, just access to the challenges via a race app. All challenges will be released at 10am and then it's up to you to determine the order and what you need. Simply upload photos of your completed challenges as you go and you're one step closer to the finish line. Registration is $25 per person and includes access to the app and a Habitat for Humanity facemask. Aside from testing your skills and abilities, teams are encouraged to raise $300 to support Habitat's affordable homeownership and foreclosure prevention program. Your registration fees count towards the goal, so you're already almost there! Check out their FAQ page for more information and race day details. May 29th Bike ANYWHERE Day with 2nd Cycle May is also Bike Month! 2nd Cycle Tacoma Community Cycle Center invites you to bike…. anywhere! That’s right! As long as 2nd Cycle’s shop on south 12th and MLK is somewhere along your route, you’re welcome to use them as a pit stop. They just want to see you cycling your heart out! Enjoy music, snacks, free gifts, and a chance to catch a sneak peak at their new programming space. There will also be raffle tickets for sale for some sweet gear. New to 6th Ave! BK BBQ Texas is coming to Tacoma! Father and son owned BK BBQ is set to open up this month and we are here for it! Soon to be located in the back half of the Pine Room events space next to E9, a walk-up window has recently been installed where you will soon be able to pick up some genuine Texas BBQ. Chef Kyle Campisi, along with his father Bob, are ecstatic to bring their 20 years of BBQ and meat smoking experience to 6th Ave. They will use the Central Texas technique of smoking over hard wood, more specifically, post oak. Yum! The smell of brisket, pulled pork, and smoked chicken thighs will soon be wafting through the neighborhood. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for more updates about opening day! Red Dogg Tacoma’s first U-Pour pub is coming to 6th Ave. You read that right. YOU pour it! Redd Dog, named after their mascot Redd the lab, will be offering 24+ taps of self-serve beer. Located in the old Pizza Press location, you’ll be able to pour beer by the ounce and choose how little or how much you’d like. They’ll also be offering artisan pizza, pub fare, cider and wine. Keep and eye on their Facebook and Instagram pages for more details about opening day! Markets This Month Broadway Farmer's Market May 6th Opening Day! 10am every Thursday through October Fresh produce, flowers, and food trucks Live music Local artisan soaps, breads, candles, and more! Lakewood Farmers Market May 21st Opening Day! 2:00pm - 6:30pm every Friday through September Walk-through & drive-through options Fresh produce, flowers, and food trucks Bubble Tea, Ice cream, and treats Handmade soaps, art, sauces, and more! Market Meets: Lemay Collection at Marymount May 20th Opening Day! 3pm - 7pm every third Thursday through September Farmer's market + car show 150+ cars on display and access to museum Food trucks and beer garden available

Don’t miss the video tour and virtual tours below! Video Tour Or CLICK HERE for a full page view! Virtual Tour The Basics 840 square feet 3 bedrooms 1 bath 1 car attached garage Fenced Yard 8,400 square feet lot Get ready for some sunny backyard fun! This standout single story home sits within a massive fenced lot perfect for summer activities. Hang out on the back deck, barbeque with friends, throw the ball with the dog! On rainy days stay inside, cook a favorite meal in the updated kitchen, enjoy movie night, or dine with others, all within the well planned kitchen/living room layout. Three bedrooms give you a place relax away from others on a busy day. The updated bathroom is perfectly placed within the home. A large garage provides space to park and store your extras or set up that gym/shop you've always wanted. You'll be just minutes away from Federal Way shopping, restaurants, transit, and even Redondo Beach! Living, Dining, and Kitchen Areas Step into this open living room with space for additional seating, work area, or just a cozy nook. Then continue on to a dining area connected to the newly remodeled kitchen. With quartz countertops, white cabinetry, and a bump out window letting in plenty of rich light, you'll be sure to enjoy time spent cooking or dining in this space. Bedrooms and Full Bathroom Head down the hall and visit three bedrooms with a centrally located bathroom. Use these rooms to give personal space to each family member or set up an office with natural light beaming through. The large quartz countertop in the bathroom is perfect for getting ready in the morning and sits on top of lots of storage below. Spacious Backyard and Patio This fenced in yard is perfect for a relaxing day on the deck or a barbeque with friends. There is ample space for a sunny vegetable garden or other outdoor plants and features. If you imagine hard enough, you might even find room for a hot tub. Offered At: $370,000 30520 7th Ave SW Federal Way, WA 98023 MLS# 1754370 Full Listing Available Here! John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

Spring is finally here and we've found some ways to get out and about! Jump back into history, shop local, take the kids on a treasure hunt, enjoy some new and old brews, dine out for a cause, or just go for a walk. We're pretty excited for the sun to be out again and look forward to enjoying Tacoma while catching some rays. Dining out for Life Dining out for Life (DOFL) is a long standing partnership between local restaurants and the Pierce County AIDS Foundation (PCAF). In years past, local restaurants would donate 25% - 100% of one day's proceeds to help provide the life saving services of PCAF. This would generate upwards of $50,000 in donations! PCAF is now extending DOFL through the whole month of April, but are doing things a bit differently. While there are still several participating restaurants, DOFL won't be asking for a portion of sales. Knowing that these local restaurants have taken quite the hit this past year, DOFL didn't feel right asking for funds from sales, nor were they comfortable encouraging large gatherings. So they got creative. This year, each restaurant will be contributing to a local Cookbook that will be given to those who donate $100 or more! They will also be offering local cooking classes online! Another change is to the ambassador program. Typically, an ambassador would be present at the participating restaurants on the day of DOFL to explain the program and thank guests for their contributions. This year, DOFL is asking for virtual ambassadors to promote their favorite participating restaurant virtually. Ambassadors will use social media to encourage their friends and family to get take-out or safely dine-in at these restaurants who have been so generous to DOFL in the past. Learn about becoming an ambassador here. April 2nd Washington State History Museum Re-Opening! Another piece of our beautiful city is slowly opening up! Come celebrate the Washington State History Museum’s re-opening by wandering the Great Hall of Washington History and the Washington My Home exhibit. Then later this Spring, check out the Remembrance exhibit, a historical tour of the first Japanese communities to set roots in Washington. This exhibit will focus on the struggle of Japanese Americans incarceration following Pearl Harbor using letters, photos, and art from the time. Online materials, exhibits, and events are still available as well! This includes the April 10th Dolores Huerta Day Celebration which dives deeper into Delores Huerta and Caesar Chaves’ contributions to farmworker rights in Washington state. April 7th Downtown: On the Go! Walk Tacoma Kick-off With the Spring sun shining, it’s the perfect time to get out for a walk! Join the virtual tours lead by Downton on the Go! and explore the beautiful neighborhoods and history of Tacoma. This month's kick-off event will explore Downtown Tacoma’s historical waterfront. Learn how this area has shaped our city's history and continues to shape the culture of Tacoma. Sign up today to ensure you get some Walk Tacoma swag and be sure to follow Downtown on the Go! to stay up to date with the Walk Tacoma schedule. April 11th Kid’s La Paloma Rock Scavenger Hunt Here’s a fun event to get the kiddos outside. La Paloma Market is taking over Wright Park for a rock treasure hunt! A treasure map will be installed at the playground where the hunt will start. Families can come hunt together for special painted rocks (two per person) and if you find a golden rock, you will receive a special prize! Masks are required for the duration of the event, as well as social distancing from other families. Hopefully the sun will be out to help shine some light on your treasures! Bonus! La Paloma is hosting a Kids Virtual Market! Join online on April 10th for this completely virtual kid-run market. Check out young local artists and makers as they start their business journey. To join, just follow La Paloma Market on Facebook and/or Instagram and follow along as they introduce artists and their work! April 7 – 11th & 14th – 18th Daffodil Festival The Daffodil Parade is a South Puget Sound tradition that for most locals brings up childhood memories. At least it does for this local girl. Lining the streets of downtown waiting for the big bright golden floats to go by and sometimes even being able to dress up and pass out treats during the junior parade. This year’s parade however, will look a bit different. In partnership with WA State Fair and it’s Spring Fair, this parade is going stationary. That’s right. The parade will still be full of beautiful fresh cut daffodil sculptures per it’s 80 year tradition, but instead of moving through the crowd, the crowd will be moving through it! Don’t worry, the bands, clowns, and Daffodil Princesses will still be making an appearance. Grab your tickets today to make some floral memories! April 18th Daffodil Marine Parade Want to enjoy a nautical twist on this daffodil tradition? Park along the Ruston Way waterfront on April 18th to enjoy a full fleet of decked-out boats boats as they cruise down to the Thea Foss Waterway. This Daffodil Marine Parade runs from 11:30am to 2pm, so be sure to get there early to grab a “seat”! April 18th – 24th (In person on the 24th!) Hilltop Spring Crawl Support local businesses and maybe even win yourself a prize in the process! Hilltop Action Coalition (HAC) is hosting their Spring Crawl, a week long event where you are encouraged to visit local Hilltop businesses both virtually and in person. Full details of the event will be announced on April 5th at 6pm over a Facebook Live with HAC. This is a great way to get to know your local makers, bakers, and artists while supporting the Tacoma community. Also, be sure to stick around a learn about the work of HAC and their mission to “engage residents, businesses, and partner organizations to build and sustain a resilient community with socially-just housing, jobs, commerce, and quality of life.” April 30th Arbor Day at Point Ruston Public Market Point Ruston Public Market invites your to celebrate Arbor Day along the waterfront! Come check out all the fares, treats, and produce the market has to offer, and don’t forget to grab a tree seedling on the way out. To celebrate this day of loving nature, Point Ruston Public Market is also bringing in a professional arborist you can meet at the “Ask-An-Arborist” table. Feel free to ask all of your tree questions and learn how to care for your new seeding as well as any trees you already have at home. And don't forget to just check out the Point Ruston Public Market, open daily from 10am - 6pm! New and Old Brews! New to 6th Ave Komadre Kombucha This March, 6th Ave gained a new neighbor! Located in the old Ice Cream Social space, Komadre Kombucha has set up shop with the intention of bringing fresh local Kombucha to the community. Starting as a kitchen science experiment, owner Julie Davidson wanted to create a healthier alternative to sugary sodas and alcoholic drinks. Using a blend of her own “mother culture” along with fresh pressed juices, she created a mixture anyone new to the Kombucha world can get on board with. Come check out her tropical concoctions and learn more about her business model of uplifting and supporting other female, latinx, and entrepreneurs of color in our community. The Spar Café One of Tacoma’s treasures is returning to full operation! The Spar Tavern’s café side will be operating as a full coffee shop starting on April 1st. Located in Tacoma’s beautiful Old Town, you can now enjoy some tasty Valhalla espresso, pastries, and breakfast items in one of grit city's oldest bars. Not a coffee person? That’s alright! Go grab a brew of the hoppy variety later in the day, as the bar is open again as well. Even better, they have brought back Sunday night live music! Reservations for the 5:30pm and 7:30pm shows are highly encouraged. Markets This Month Proctor Farmers Market -Back to regular season! -Saturdays 9am – 2pm -Local produce, art, flowers, and food April 9th - 11th Freighthouse Spring Open Market -11am - 5pm -Local artists and vendors -Food and cash drive for local charity -Food court open April 17th Tacoma Artwalk: STW Art Market -10:30am - 5:30pm -Artisan and handmade goods -South Tacoma Way between 52nd & 56th -Vendors spots available!

March is here and it's almost springtime in Tacoma. We've found a few events this month both virtual and in person to celebrate such an occasion! Grab some mead at a new-ish metal bar, learn about the wildlife of the Pacific Northwest at the latest History After Hours, explore the possibilities of working in a Tacoma trade, shop local and Vintage in Tacoma's historic Lincoln District, grab a pint (or 16) across the bridge with our Gig Harbor friends, or get your garden going with Food is Free Tacoma. We're so happy to see our sweet city continually blooming with events for the community and hope to see you out there! March 3rd Women in Trades Event Tacoma Public Utilities is hosting a forum for women interested in a career path in trades for the City of Tacoma. Hear from women currently working in Tacoma’s Water, Power, Environmental Services, Public Works, and more. This is a great opportunity to learn more about these careers and the recruitment process. You'll also be able to glean advice from current female Tacoma City employees. This event is online and lasts from 3:30pm – 7pm. Check it out and learn how a career in trades may be the best fit for you! March 4th History After Hours: Living Washington Virtually join The Washington State History Museum for the first History After Hours of the 2021 series! This first event is focused on the wildlife around Washington. From furry friends to funky fungi, come hear about the history of Washington’s nature and how it connects us all. As per usual, this will not only be informative, but interactive! Take-home kits will be announced soon, so keep an eye out for updates. In the meantime, register online to reserve your kit and a space on Zoom! Kvlt Mead Tacoma’s first meadery and taproom have moved to South Tacoma Way! Kvlt Mead is a hand crafted meadery using premium and local ingredients including PNW Clover Honey, PNW sourced fruits, and Cascadian glacial waters. From the original flavors of traditional clover honey mead, to smooth cherry chocolate mead, to bright ginger, lemon, star anise, sparkling mead, with six rotating taps, you'll surely find something to wet your whistle. Their best secret ingredient though? Metal. Owner’s Brian and Jen are heavy consumers of metal music and use their taproom as a way to celebrate their love of metal and the culture surrounding it. You’ll see and hear local PNW metal bands while at the meadery, as these Tacoma loving owners are all about supporting local. Order online, to-go, or sit down for a glass of their absolutely metal mead. March 6th & 7th Lincoln District Vintage Walk Two days of vintage shopping, food, music and more are coming to the Lincoln District and you’re invited! Come walk the historical Lincoln District and see what fares local vendors like Throwbacks NW, Practical Vintage, Lucky Lemmons, and more have to offer. From antique chairs to 90’s T-shirts with flare, there is something for everyone! When you’re in need of a snack, hop in for some dine-in and take-out services from one of the 12 participating restaurants including Shovel & Stone Coffee, Jubilee Burgers, Jan Parker Cookery, or the ever famous Vien Dong. And when you’re not jamming to the live tunes, be sure to take moment and drop off non-perishable food and toiletry items for Lincoln High School’s Resource Center. Come check out what this fantastic part of the Tacoma community has to offer! March 13th St. Paddy’s Day Run Tacoma Could it be? An in-person running event!? Tacoma City Marathon Events is tickled green to be hosting the 12th Annual, St. Paddy’s Day 5K! Under the guidelines of Washington State Roadmap to Recovery, this lucky event will take place with numerous staggered start times, between 8am – 10:45am. Each time slot will allow for 50 people to race together, with a cap of 600 racers total. Your event kit will include a finishers medal, coffee mug, and chip timed results. Sign up soon as space is limited! In the event that the run does have to go virtual (hopefully not!), you will still be able to pick up your sweet race day swag at Fleet Feet Tacoma. Food is Free Project Tacoma Spring really is JUST around the corner now. For some people, that means it’s time to get their gardens going, and Food is Free Project Tacoma is ready and happy to help! Food is Free Project Tacoma is a non-profit food-sharing organization that advocates for front yard gardens and sharing among neighbors. Their mission is to “grow community and food while helping gain independence from a broken agricultural system." They do this by growing food that is then given away free, building gardens for Pierce County residents so they can grow their own fresh produce to keep and share, and teaming up with other local organizations to grow, share, and learn together. But seriously, they will come to your house and build a garden bed and your funds will go to support their ongoing projects! One of those projects being: Farm to Family Food Box Giveaway Every Monday in March, families can drive up and receive a box of healthy produce and proteins. This is a free public event, available to anyone in need. Simply drive to Calvary Baptist Church in South Tacoma between 12pm and 4pm (the earlier the better as it is only while supplies last), be sure to have a completely cleared trunk (they will not load into passenger areas), and volunteers will load you up and send you on your way. Masks are required and they ask that you enter on C Street southbound from 64th and not block the neighbor’s driveways. March 20th Free Workshop: Yard Waste Composting Speaking of gardens! Tacoma Environmental Services along with Tacoma Sustainability have some pointers to offer about at-home composting for yard and garden waste. Learn how to feed your compost a balanced diet, trouble-shoot for pests and odor, and decide which compost bins are best for your needs. In turn, you’ll receive some of the best quality fertilizer for indoor and out door plants! Register via Zoom for this hour and a half class and get your garden growing strong. All Month Long! Tide’s Tavern Canmaster 2021 We’re showing some love to our neighbors north of us and adding this sweet Gig Harbor event to this months blog. Tides Tavern is hosting their 18th Canmaster (formerly Tapmaster) event, where they invite you to try out 16 local beers over 31 days! Grab your punch card and either sit down for a pint (or two!) or take a can to-go. This year’s Canmaster list is featuring some tasty brews from a few of our favorite breweries including Gerogetown, Silver City, Narrows, Wet Coast, and a whole lot more! Complete your card by the end of March and you will win a free shirt commemorating the event as well as your name on the “Wall of Fame” at Tide’s Tavern. This is a great way to try some new craft brews and get out to see the beautiful harbor. Cheers! March Markets March 13th Proctor Farmers’ Market 10am - 1pm Fresh produce and goods Local food vendors Local art and apothecary (Originally schedule the 13th, moved due to inclement weather) March 27th Freighthouse Square Monthly Saturday Open Market 10am - 5pm Local resident vendors Community makers, bakers, farmers, and artists Food Court Free to vendors (first come first serve)

We are now a whole month into 2021 and Tacoma has no plans of slowing down! This February we've found ways to explore outdoor art, show some love to your friends both human and furry, dive into Black History month, revel in some sweet blues, laugh in the midst of a live audience, and enjoy a beer festival to-go. We'll see you around, Tacoma! Every Saturday through February and March Museum of Glass + Thea Foss Walking Tour Downtown Tacoma’s Museum of Glass is offering a way to learn and enjoy the art while out in the crisp fresh air. Take an outdoor tour with the museums education staff and learn about the art and architecture along the waterway. From the Museum of Glass, across the Chihuly Bridge, down to the Thea Foss Waterway, they’ll cover it all. Three time slots of 45minutes will be available every Saturday for parties of six or less for just $10 per person. This is an excellent way to learn more about the famous Tacoma art scene and get out of the house! February 13th & 14th (Ticket sales end February 4th) Brew Five Three TO GO! Thought the days of beer festivals were long behind us? Think again! Tacoma Arts Live has created a to-go version of Tacoma’s famous, Brew Five Three! Three custom beer and cider kits have been curated by local breweries and cideries, including Wingman Brewers, E9 Brewing Co., Grit City Ciderworks, Matchless Brewing, Top Rung Brewing and SO MANY more! All kits can be picked up on February 13th at LeMay, America’s Car Museum’s Haub Field from noon to 5pm. Then from the comfort of your own home, you can log on to your custom Zoom event for a highlight of what’s in your kit along with a brewer Q&A. Each kit will include a variety of cans and bottles, a pint glass, and some sweet swag, including discounts to some of Tacoma's best taphouses (We're looking at you Peaks & Pints and The Red Hot). What about the music? Each kits has been paired with their very own Spotify playlists for your listening pleasure! Sales conclude on February 4th, so get yours soon! All February Long! Sweet Notes at The Patio Through February, Alma Mater will have all-ages arts & crafts on The Patio! Downtown Tacoma’s very own Tinkertopia has partnered with The Patio to create DIY make-and-take craft kits that will be available at every table. With covered and heated outdoor seating, this is a great way to get creative with date night or get the kids out of the house for an evening of fun. Make a gift for a loved one or even leave a love note for Tacoma to display at The Patio. All crafting tools will be sanitized and monitored, masks are required, and of course, creativity is encouraged! Also at The Patio... On February 3rd and 4th at 3:30pm, The Patio will be screening Tacoma’s own children’s show, The Peace Bus! Come check out the pilot episode and meet Kwabi, Simon, and Doug as they learn about friendship and compassion with Mr. Brown. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. February 13th & 14th Assisted Living: The Musical Encore Bummed about not being to see a show this Valentines’ Day? Don’t worry, Tacoma Musical Playhouse has you covered! Back by popular demand, TMP is reprising their earlier show, Assisted Living, for a one weekend virtual showing. This vaudeville-esque show will have you in stitches as you hear the stories that grandma and grandpa would never tell you about their latter years. What a way to celebrate growing old together! Tickets are available online for Saturday evening and a Sunday matinee. Tacoma Rescue Mission New Drop-off Location! With the winter months here, TRM is working very hard to meet the needs of the community, especially in the midst of the pandemic. Thankfully, they were recently able to open up a new drop-off location on 6th Ave to accept much needed items for warmth and basic care. The biggest needs are currently cleaning and sanitizing supplies, including gloves and masks, hygiene items, clothing, blankets, socks, shoes, coats, underwear, and bedding for extra long twin size mattresses. They are also currently distributing meals differently, and are in need of napkins, sandwich bags, plastic utensils, and to-go boxes. All items except for food can be dropped off at their new 6th Ave location, or you can meet the needs online through the Urgent Needs Amazon Wish List or online donation page. February 13th – 15th Love at the Zoo Come "feel the love" at the zoo! Over Valentine's Day weekend, pay a visit your favorite furry and scaly critters as they receive special treats and Valentine's enrichments. Make sure to take the full tour, as PDZA staff have hidden 12 hearts with QR codes that lead to fun facts and loveable stories about some of their most popular animal kingdom friends. If you wanted to share the love, be sure to check out their printable and electronic Valentines! Send one to a loved one or leave one at the zoo for your favorite gibbon, penguin, or wolf. Purchase tickets now, as the visits are still timed. Black History Month in Tacoma February 20th Black Institutions A Virtual History Tour for Tacoma Virtually join Pretty Gritty Tours and the Tacoma Historic Preservation as they look back at the Black community's major institutions who made Tacoma what it is today. Hear the personal stories and history through the years of these institutions and how they forged the identity of our Emerald City. Educational resources and more will be provided to help you dive in and discover more! Every Monday Black History on the Hill Take a moment each Monday to join in the conversation with Hilltop Action Coalition as they use their weekly update meeting to celebrate Black History Month. Every week, in partnership with Ever Green State College Tacoma, hear from Black History on The Hill authors, artists, professors, and students, as they dive into their work, history, and influence in the Hilltop Community. The first event is on February 1st and will feature Dr. Marcia Tate Arunga, Dean of Evergreen Tacoma and Author of "The Stolen Ones." Join through Facebook live each week, which is accessible with our without a Facebook account. February 21st Blues Vespers, Featuring Stephanie Anne Johnson and the Hi-Dogs Blues Vespers is a special piece of Tacoma that we are so happy to see return. Pastor Dave Brown describes Blues Vespers as bringing, “traditional blues music into sacred spaces, celebrating and honoring the various ways we find beauty and meaning and love and life in the world” Normally, you would enjoy the show from the dimly lit pews of Immanuel Presbyterian Church on a Sunday evening. However, we know right now is anything but normal. Still, the show must go on. Virtually join Blues vespers this month as they welcome back local artist Stephanie Anne Johnson and the Hi-Dogs for some live music, along with poetry from local artists. We highly recommend spending an evening in this “quiet” time of reflection and relaxation while blues music plays over you. It is truly a soul touching experience. Tacoma Comedy Club Re-Opening! People, this is no laughing matter! Just kidding... it totally is. Don't you miss jokes? Tacoma Comedy Club is excited to announce they are re-opening with 25% capacity! Starting in February, you can finally sit back and enjoy a live show, including food, drinks, and unrestrained laughter. Find the complete schedule of events here which includes two Wayans brothers and a Wayans Jr, Drew Lynch, Craig Robinson, and more! Be sure to get your tickets in advance due to the capacity limits and be sure to take care of your servers. February Markets February 5th - 7th Freight House Marketplace: Valentine's Day Open Market 11am - 5pm Hand crafted gifts Local treats Collecting donations for local shelters February 20th Proctor Farmers’ Market 10am - 1pm Fresh produce and goods Local food vendors Local art and apothecary (Originally schedule the 13th, moved due to inclement weather) February 20th Simply Saturdays Farmers’ Market 10am - 3pm Fresh Produce Local artisan goods 325 152nd St E

The holidays are finally here and Tacoma is full of spirit, life, and hope. This month we've found ways to safely spread holiday cheer virtually and in person. Markets, food drives, lighted displays, and local music are still very much alive this year, even if they look a little different. Come "join" us as we drink for a cause, shop for some local art and goods, support our neighbors, and enjoy some magical shows and displays from the warmth of our homes (and vehicles). November 27th - January 3rd Zoo Lights It seems no winter in Pierce County is complete without a stroll through the glittering bulbs of Zoolights. With over 700,000 shimmering LEDs lovingly sculpted to create wonderful seascapes, animal shenanigans, and PNW views, this event is sure to bring some “normalcy” back to this strange year. Tickets are online pre-purchase only, as each ticket will be registered for a time slot to avoid over-crowding. Additionally, a one-way path has been marked and of course masks are required. Food stands will be open throughout the campus, so you’ll still be able to enjoy that hot cocoa! Come safely celebrate 32 shimmering years at PDZA now through January 3rd. December 3rd – January 8th Hoppy Holiday Food Drive Online Facebook Celebration on January 11th! The Hoppy Holiday Food Drive was so much fun last year, we’ve decided to do it again! And this year we’ve invited eight different Tacoma breweries and cideries to join in on the fun! All donations are again going to the amazing Emergency Food Network, where they will be distributed throughout Pierce County to over 80 different pantries and meal sites. Last year alone, EFN served over 1million Pierce County residents! To participate, simply drop off non-perishable food items and hygiene supplies at one of the select breweries OR make a monetary donation towards your favorite brewery's total online. Don't forget to help out your local brewery and grab a drink or two to-go! The brewery with the most donations will receive an epic Hoppy Holiday tap handle trophy! Additionally, for each donation, donors will be entered into a raffle to win some sweet brewery swag. Then, on January 11th, Peaks and Pints will be hosting a Facebook Live party where winners will be announced! Come support your local breweries and help EFN ensure that no person goes hungry this year! Christmas Parades While parades seem like such a thing of the past (as in a year ago), Pierce County just can’t be stopped! A couple of our favorites have gotten a little creative this year... December 12th City of Lakewood’s Reverse Parade of Lights Instead of lining the sidewalks to watch the marching bands and majestic floats make their way down the road, this year the City of Lakewood asks that you do the driving. This reverse parade of lights will take place along Lakewood Towne Center’s perimeter road, where floats, vehicles, and musical entertainment will be parked and set up for you to enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle. This is a safe and socially distance way to stay nice and toasty while you cruise through some spirited displays. If you make it all the way through, you may even catch a glimpse of St. Nick at the end! December 19th Lighted Boat Parade Bundle up and bring a seat because Tacoma Yacht Club’s lighted boat parade is ready to cruise down Ruston Way. Beginning at the Tacoma Yacht Club, dozens of boats from around the Puget Sound will be shining bring with some of the most festive holiday lights and decor. The sailing festivities begin after sunset around 5:30pm and will make their way down to the Foss Waterway concluding around 8pm. While it’s uncertain if and when restaurants along the water will be open, some homemade hot cocoa and a warm blanket are sure to do the trick anywhere along the nearly 6 mile stretch of water front. Tacoma Musical Playhouse Virtual Events Tacoma Musical Playhouse would love to spread some holiday cheer this year! These virtual holiday events will take place on the TMP stage but you'll be able to view them safely and comfortably from your home via Zoom. December 5th Sing-Along with Santa Mrs. Claus and a few helpful elves are ready to strike the harp and lead the chorus in some holiday tunes and would like YOU to join them. Snag a spot online now and get ready to log-in for the cheery sing-along followed by a special reading of “The Night Before Christmas” by the big man himself. Nothing says Christmas 2020 like gathering the kiddos around the laptop with hot cocoa in hand and singing your way into the holiday season! December 11th - 20th Christmas Magic: Music from Broadway If you're more of a listening fan, these performances are sure to at least have you tapping you're foot along. Join cast members old and new as they perform classic holiday hits with all the glamour and glitz of a real Broadway show. Even with several opportunities to join in the Zoom show, grab tickets soon as space is limited. Supporting these live online shows is a great way to keep our local theaters alive this year! Bonus: You can schedule a Virtual Visit with Santa Claus through TMP as well! SHOP LOCAL Winter Farmers Markets Time to take advantage of these dwindling opportunities to shop locally in the open-air. Point Ruston and Proctor Farmers Market have set up special winter dates to grab the last bits of the fall harvest, local art, fresh flowers, handmade gifts, and baked goods. What a treat! December 6th & 13th Point Ruston 5101 Yacht Club Road December 5th, 12th, & 19th Proctor Farmers Market N. 27th and N. Proctor (Check out their Facebook page for updates on fresh produce!) Holiday Markets Tis' the season to shop local. A few local holiday markets are still being held safely in person with limited capacity and Covid restrictions. We've even found a couple entirely online markets where you can safely shop at home! All makers, bakers, and artists are all held to tight safety guidelines as well and can certainly use some holiday love. December 4th, 5th, & 6th Freighthouse Holiday Market - 11:00am - 4:00pm all weekend - Shop local vendors and artists - Various online shops posted day of - Food drive for local shelters and food banks -Social distancing and face masks required - 2501 East D St. December 4th, 5th, & 6th Shelter Market - Online Instagram Market - Shop local vendors and artists - Several vendors donating percentage of sales to local organizations <3 - Vendor spotlight here - Easy instructions on how to Sell and how to Shop November 28th - Decemebr 8th Handmade Market & Mingle Zoom Party December 4th! - Online Market - Shop local artists and vendors - Zoom Party on Dec. 4th. 6pm - 8pm (Prizes!) - FEED253 fundraiser December 5th, 12th, & 19th Holiday Markets at The Co-Lab - 10:30am - 1:30pm, every Saturday - Shop local vendors and artists - Crafts, caricature drawings, raffles, letters to Santa, and more! - One-way market and masks required - 3808 N 27th St Douville Home Group wants to again thank our wonderful followers, clients, family, and friends for supporting us this year. Your shares, referrals, and kind words mean the world to us and we couldn't do it without you. Wishing you all a wonderful and safe holiday season and a blessed New year!

October certainly got here fast! Perhaps it's this odd time-warp we seem to be living in. Don't worry though, we've found a few ways to slow time down this month and enjoy our beautiful city. Check out the month long celebration of Tacoma art, enjoy a final drive-in movie before the rains come, sit in on a virtual chat with an Emmy Award winner, enjoy local take-out while supporting homeless pets, get the kids out for some safe trick-or-treating, and maybe even grab yourself a treat from a couple new spots on 6th Ave. We're so fortunate to live in a thriving city that supports each other through business, art, and of course food. Take-out Thursday: Incline Cider House & Duty’s Hideaway Take-Out Thursday is an opportunity to support local restaurants while giving a better life to the homeless animals in Tacoma and Pierce County! Simply order carry-out from the Thursday feature restaurant and a portion of the proceeds are given to the Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County. Check out these Tacoma locations for October's Take-Out Thursday restaurants: October 1st: Incline Cider House Incline Cider House is a local family-owned and operated cider house located in Downtown Tacoma’s Brewery Blocks. They offer a selection of individual crowlers (We recommend the Prickly Pear!), bottles, mixed 6 packs, snack packs, beer and wine. From 2pm – 8pm 10% of all proceeds from carryout orders will be donated and from 5pm – 8pm you will be able to enter the “Choose Your Car Raffle” hosted by Larson Automotive Group! Order online or in the taproom. October 8th: Dusty’s Hideaway Dusty’s Hideaway is a South Tacoma treat with awesome southwest vibes! We love hanging in the "backyard" with a tasty slushy cocktail and delicious Sam Elliot sandwich. Vegan or vegetarian? They have you covered. We suggest the vegan burger and fried buffalo cauliflower (Seriously though, we aren't vegan and get them every time because they are THAT good!). 20% of all proceeds from carry-out order from 11am - 12pm will benefit the humane society. Check out their full menu here! Also, don't miss the Humane Society's Fall in Love Adoption Event on October 10th! All pet fees will be 10% off. I mean, you could always use another dog, right? Washington State History Museum Re-Opening! With new hours and a few adjustments, you can now explore the Washington State History Museum again! Our beloved museum is now open Tuesday through Sunday from 10am – 5pm, with a special Senior time on Tuesday from 10am – Noon. Enjoy half-priced admission through October 23rd as only a portion of the museum will be open. Come check out the Great Hall of Washington along with a special pop-up exhibition Northwest Collage Society’s Suffrage Celebration Show. Masks will be required and a one-way path will be marked throughout the galleries. On October 24th, come explore the new installations, Votes for Women: 100 Years and Counting and Columbia and Cascade: A River and a Range . We are THRILLED to see this lovely piece of Tacoma running again and look forward to when History After Hours start up again! October 16th Drive-in Movie, Free Pumpkins, and MORE! Sadly, this year’s traditional Truck and Tractor event has been cancelled. But the City of Lakewood didn’t want to let us down! Instead, head down to Fort Steilacoom Park to enjoy some popcorn, a free pumpkin (and decorating kit!), and a drive-in showing of the Academy Award winning film CoCo! Additionally, in leu of the traditional trucks and tractors, fire trucks and police vehicles will be at the event for kids and adults to view! All tickets must be purchased in advance as space is limited and there are a few rules to follow regarding parking and Covid safety. This is such a sweet way to get the family out, while staying cozy as fall sets in. If you get into town early, make sure to stop in at the Lakewood Farmers Market taking pace in the park from 2:30 to 6:30. Sounds like a whole evening of fun! Tacoma Arts Month October is a very special month in Tacoma. It's when we embrace, create, and further our understanding of the importance of art. With over 70 virtual events, including story telling, dance performances, art installations, fashion shows, concerts, and radio dramas, it's really too much to put in a tiny blog blurb. Perhaps the biggest take away from this will be watching and participating in the Tacoma Community engaging itself. These events, exhibits, and activities are part of what makes our city beautiful and inspire future Tacoma artists to grow and learn. P.S. TAM is open again! October 17th The Muse Hour with Karamo Brown If you’re like us, you’ve been known to binge a show or two on Netflix. The recent reboot of Queer Eye is certainly no exception! On October 17th, Tacoma Arts Live is hosting a live virtual conversation with Queer Eye Culture Expert, Karamo Brown. While the rest of the Queer Eye guys may be responsible for home, fashion, and beauty make-overs, Karamo reaches deeper to help participants overcome struggles holding them back internally and externally. Come hear from the 2018 Human Right Campaign Visibility Award winner as he draws from his social work background as well as his multiple identities as a black male, openly gay man, son of immigrants, Christian, and father. Following the event will be a moderated Q & A with audience members. Purchase tickets in advance here! New to 6th Ave Field Bar Tacoma There’s a new libation station on 6th Ave and they are making the best out of these Corona times. Located between Oakes and Anderson, Field Bar & Bottle Shop is ready to serve your wine, beer, cider, and classy cocktail needs. Specializing in natural libations, you’ll find the options are nearly endless. If you fancy yourself a darn good home bartender, you may consider checking out their bitters, vermouth, and aperitif selection. Or, if you prefer just to just pop a bottle (or can) their local beer and wine assortment cover’s a vast array for varietals, hops, and brews. Currently set up as a bottle shop only, you can come peruse the shelves for some take-home treats. When Phase 4 hits though, you’ll be able to cozy up in the shop to enjoy a vino or two. Check out their shop online today! Off Day Beer & Wine Several of us experienced a bit of mourning when North End Social club closed down earlier this year. But when one door closes on 6th Ave... it typically re-opens with a similar vibe. That's where Off Day Beer & Wine steps in! This "juice" bar for grown-ups offers local beers on tap and in cans, craft wine, and the ever growing in popularity, hard-seltzers. Couple owned, this taproom was born out of a passion for brewing, enjoying, and understanding beer. The owners have carefully crafted their menu and are very open to hearing what YOU would like to see on tap. Seriously! We've had the opportunity to chat with them a few time and they're true beer people with a desire to discover more. So make this a destination when you're out for a brisk fall walk, but be sure to come thirsty. Also, you'll find a few snacks available at the bar top but outside food is welcome! Trick or Treat! We understand that this year’s Halloween will be a bit different, especially for our little ones. Trick-or-treating one of those memories that you hold onto as a kiddo and hopefully get to share with your own little ones eventually. So we've found a few opportunities to safely acquire some treats before and on Halloween! October 9th Freight House Square: Trick-or-Treat Retail Market! Tacoma’s famous Freighthouse Marketplace is hosting a Covid safe market complete with local vendors, food court, and trick-or-treating. Explore the historical Freighthouse Square with your costumed kiddos and grab a treat for yourself along the way. Limited occupancy will be allowed, so be sure to come early or be prepared to wait outside for a short time. As always, mask or some form of face-covering are required as well as 6ft distancing. October 24th LeMay Trunk or Treat This spooky drive through event is a great way to snag some sweet treats at a safe distance! Pack up the kids and follow the sinister route of eerie and silly trunk displays through LeMay’s Marymount grounds. Once you’ve made it through the creepy crawlies, each costumed kiddo will receive a goody bag full of confectionary treasures. Even the first 250 drivers will receive a swag bag of their own! While the event is free, it’s suggested to reserve a time and spot in line to ensure there are enough treats to go around. October 31st Lincoln District Trick or Treating Businesses all along the Lincoln International Business District are ready with 6ft poles and bundles of candy to help make this 2020 Halloween a little sweeter. Get the kid’s dressed up in their finest Paw Patrol, Bat Girl, or Power Ranger get-ups and head down to the Lincoln District any time between 12pm and 5pm for some proper trick-or-treating. Keep an eye on the event page for a list of participating businesses as it is growing daily. Masks and social distancing are required.

Don't miss the video and virtual tours below! Video Tour Or CLICK HERE for a full page view! Virtual Tour The Basics 1654 square feet 294 finished square feet 360 square foot basement 3 bedrooms 1 bath 2 car detached garage Upstairs office/extra finished space New 50 year roof New gutters New water supply line New exterior paint Original oak and fir floors What a find! Super cute arches greet you at a 1936 Tudor style home. Step into a generous living room w/ charming coved ceilings. Original oak & fir floors throughout. Arched entry to the dining room compliments the home's theme. A kitchen perfect for entertaining on the sunny porch/deck. Enjoy summer nights around a cozy outdoor fire. Double pane Milgard windows, new 50 year roof, new exterior paint, new gutters, new water supply line. Park off street or in the large garage w/ alley access. Take a short drive to Wapato Park for outdoor activities or head up to Lincoln District for restaurants and shopping. Close to I-5, grocers, and much more! Living Room & Dining Room Did we mention this home has arches? If you like the curves of a charming tudor home then this living room is for you! Coved ceilings accent the deep stomp knockdown wall texture of a naturally well lit living room. A wide archway draws you into the ideal dining room. And don't forget those original oak floors under your feet! Bedrooms and Bathroom Take your pick of two great bedrooms on the main floor. If you're a morning person grab the East bedroom for that perfect bit of sun to wake you in the morning. If you prefer the evening, then the West bedroom is the one for you. Each bedroom features original fir floors, ceiling fans, and generous closet space for a 1936 built home. Perfectly positioned between the two bedrooms is a bathroom that also keeps up with the homes theme. Check out that arched tub/shower surround. Kitchen Get out of here with this cute kitchen! Bright colors and natural light will keep you cooking in here with plenty of maple cabinets, tile counter tops, pantry space and a corner island perfect for prepping summer BBQs. With the patio and deck located at your fingertips try not to get distracted with too much summer entertaining. Upstairs Bedroom and Landing Need to "get away" at times, then the upstairs bedroom is your hideaway. If you're trying to find that perfect space for home school or a work office the bonus area upstairs has you covered. Exterior Features Bring on the backyard BBQs and late night summer fires! Three spaces in the backyard for whatever your heart may desire. A quaint covered patio is perfect for rainy day coffee or hiding from the sun. Eat too much delicious BBQ with friends on the generous deck. Or relax at sunset with good company and old stories around a cozy fire. Offered At: $330,000 5664 S I St Tacoma, WA 98408 MLS# 1655826 Full Listing Available Here John Douville johndouville@windermere.com 253.230.4931 www.douvillehomegroup.com

We've found 11 things to do in Tacoma before the summer comes to an end. Check out local artists, grab some vintage wear, celebrate Tacoma, and of course.... eat! This month will likely fly by like the rest, so why not slow down and enjoy some great treasures Tacoma has to offer. See you around, Tacoma! September 4th – 6th Taking it to the Streets: Pop-Up Glassblowing and Activities Tacoma’s Museum of Glass is taking their Hot Shop outside! This free event will be hosted in the MOG plaza, where you can watch local glass artists do their thing live. Each day will include different art activities and glass blowing demos where local artists will engage the audience to help create spontaneous color and pattern designs. Stick around and get a chance to make a creation of you own and enjoy a fun scavenger hunt! September 6th Lincoln District Yard Sale Shop local, vintage, and in person at this Lincoln District Yard Sale! All Star Vintage is hosting a collection of their local thrift shop friends at a massive sale of all things vintage. You'll be sure to find t-shirts featuring your favorite 80’s and 90’s pop culture, Levi jeans, 50’s and 60’s knick-knacks, classic snap backs, Jordans, and more. Once you’ve made the rounds, you can dine at one of the local eateries, like the famous Vien Dong, Pho Dragon (one of John’s favorites), or La Fondita Taqueria. Check out the list of shops below for an idea of what they have in store: All Star Vintage Jokell Vintage Yee 253 Lucky Lemons Social Club Vintage Odds X Odds Vee Vintage Thriftaholics NW Cultured by Culture Flavor Vintage September 4th, 12th, and 19th Fort from Home Fort Nisqually is bringing their living history museum to you! Every Friday you can join the virtual programming featuring one of Fort Nisqually’s talented interpreters. Bring your curiosity and questions as you will be able to text chat throughout the lessons. Register online today! September 4th: Women, Firearms, and the Fur Trade (Lead by volunteer of the year, Peggy!) September 12th: Apple Pressing September 19th: Victorian Cooking The Tacoma Art Market Every weekend through September 26th, local artists will be coming together in the parking lot of The Ram on Ruston Way to offer their fares. Tacoma Art Market was created by practicing artists who saw the need for a steady creative vendor outlet to make art accessible and affordable to the Tacoma community. Everything from prints, to clothing, to pottery will be on display and ready for you to take home. Support local art while soaking up these last few days of summer on the waterfront! September 12th City of Destiny Awards 2020 Oh Tacoma, we love you… and you deserve to be awarded! Virtually join Mayor Victoria Woodards and the City Council as they recognize those who faithfully serve and volunteer in the Tacoma community.“The community members recognized each year as part of the City of Destiny Awards are a living example of compassion in action. Their dedication to service is an example to us all, and the positive impacts they make are even more important for a community responding to a global pandemic,” says Mayor Woodards. Join on Facebook live or watch at TV Tacoma and tvtacoma.com to congratulate volunteers from afar and view live performances from local artists. “See” you there! September 20th Curbside Chowder Social for Foss Waterway Seaport Support the historic Foss Waterway Seaport and grab some chowder to-go! Keeping the rich maritime history of the Puget Sound alive through it’s many public exhibits and educational program, the Foss Waterway Seaport is an incredible piece of Tacoma. At the seaport you can learn about the resident marine life, see a full size humpback whale skeleton, learn how the Puyallup people navigated the Puyallup river, or check out the fleet of ferries who carried passengers up and down the Puget Sound before roadways were established. A large portion of funding for these projects comes from the seaport's yearly Chowder Social event but due to the mandated closure of the Museum, the normally lively event is being kicked to the curb. In a good way! Sign up, and swing by the seaport on the 20th for a curbside no-contact pick-up of famous local chowders, hors d’oevres, and desserts. Or, you can participate in the ten day online auction starting September 10th. All donations go to support exhibits, marine and environmental education programs, and several daily activities. Don’t forget to also check out… September 13th Tacoma Ocean Fest Online! Tacoma’s beloved Ocean Fest is going virtual. Come listen, watch, dance along, and learn from local artists and speakers. Everything from Ocean talks, to cello performances, to ballet performances from the sea, this Zoom festival is ready to educate and celebrate. Check out the full schedule here. Eighth Street Eatery: An Outdoor Food Court Pacific Avenue has some incredible restaurants but with the current limitations on indoor seating it can be hard to get in. Especially on a busy weekend. Downtown Tacoma Partnership has come up with an excellent solution! Every Friday through the end of September you can enjoy tasty treats from places like Wooden City, Little Radio, and Thai Pepper outside at the Eighth Street Eatery. Located on south 8th between Pacific Avenue and Court A, the Eighth Street Eatery is an outdoor food court where you can bring your take-out from various Pac Ave restaurants! Masks are required on entry and when traveling in the eatery. All tables and chairs (which were kindly donated by Court House Square Tacoma) will be socially distanced and sanitized. Simply order your food, pick it up, and head on over! Food and Drink in Tacoma: Something old, something new, something re-purposed! Wingman Brewers: Open for seating! Wingman Brewers is happy to announce that starting September 4th, their tasting room will be open! Known for their Denizens of the Dark beer festival every fall, Wingman are local brewers who craft some of the tastiest porters, stouts, and dark ales around. They do offer excellent IPAs, sours, and pilsners of course, but those dark beers really hit the spot come winter. Check out their rotating taplist on Instagram and Facebook. As with the rest of the world, masks are required on entry and social distancing is encouraged. Come show our local brewers some love! Campfire Coffee Co. There’s a new brew in town and it coming to you from over the open flames. Fueled with a passion for the outdoors and a love of caffeination, Campfire Coffee has about half a dozen roasts all made nice and toasty over a campfire right here in Tacoma. A tricky method, but certainly worth it! Located in downtown Tacoma off 15th and Market, this cozy shop was finally able to open their doors on August 18th. The journey to this location was anything but an easy hike. With the uphill climb of permits and construction, and a white cap of Covid-19, Campfire Coffee held strong and roasted their hearts out while building an extensive online shop. Be sure to check out their selection of beans and assortment of camper friendly drinkware or just come on in for a tasty cup of joe! Tacoma Burger Company Man, these times have some great local spots doing whatever they can to survive. Tacoma Comedy Club for one had to figure out how to use their 3,000 sq feet of space while live entertainment is on hold. Well, they came up with a delicious solution! Introducing, (the temporary) Tacoma Burger Company! What used to be a short menu of four burgers and about 10 options total, has now become a menu of 10 burgers with 25 options total! Tacoma Burger Company is offering options like the classic bacon bleu, a spicy Jalapeno pepperjack, a meaty triple double, or if you wanna get crazy, a peanut butter bacon burger with American cheese. Dang! And for our vegan and vegetarian friends, you can sub the 4oz all beef patties for a tasty Impossible Burger for just a dollar more! Come “buy a burger, save the arts”, so when this is all over you can enjoy some laughs. BONUS: Geeks Who Drink is hosting a free Trivia Night every Wednesday at 7pm! Top three teams receive a prize! -AND- Every Monday you can “Netflix and Chill” while watching TWO comedy specials on the projector at 6pm and 8pm.