February 2013

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information listed. 
However, the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce assumes no responsibility for omissions, errors or changes  in  the material. 
We encourage you to confirm any item of interest with the event promoter.

(TENTATIVE)  Feb 1-3   (425) 282-5237

WIAA Girls State Bowling Championships

Narrows Plaza Bowl, 2200 Mildred St W, Tacoma

Call for additional information.

(TENTATIVE)  Feb 2   (253) 208-0135

3rd Annual Black Tie Celebration Dinner and Dance

Fircrest Golf Club, 1500 Regents Blvd, Fircrest

6pm-12am. Join us for a formal evening of dinner, dancing and celebration.  2nd Annual Black Tie Celebration Dinner and Dance at Fircrest Golf Club.  VIP tickets for this glitzy gala are now available so call to reserve your spot. You won’t want to miss this top-notch evening!  This event benefits the University Place Community Supported Parks & Recreation supporting youth sports and recreation in the University Place Community.$100/person.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 2   (253) 584-4666

Basic Candle Making Classes

Swans Candles, 8933 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood

11am-12pm.  First Saturday of the month, or by appointment.  Easy step by step instructions for making basic  container candles. Groups welcomed! Kids ages 12+ with parent/guardian welcomed.  No charge for 1st time attendees, $5 for repeat attendees.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 2  ( 253) 984-9475

St. Mary's Episcopal School Annual Auction

St. Mary's Episcopal Church and Christian School, 10630 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood

5:30pm.  Silent & live auction, wine roulette, and dessert auction. $45 admission.  Advance purchase required.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 3-4   (503) 282-0877

America's Largest Antique & Collectible Show

Puyallup Fair & Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup

Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. $20 early admission, $6 Adults, $3 children (12-17), under 12 free.

Feb 6, 13, 20, 27   (877) 24-BLOOD

Bridgeport Center Blood Drive

St Clare Hospital Parking Lot, 11315 Bridgeport Way SW, Lakewood

1-7pm.   Support your community by donating blood! Your donation supports local hospitals including St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital and St. Joseph Medical center.

Feb 6, 13, 20, 27   (253) 584-1480

Terry's Talk

10025 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood

Every Wednesday, 3-4pm.  Terry's Talk - where we want to know how you do business in today's economy - by having a conversation with the doers, the movers, and shakers, the people working to improve the communities we live, work and play …KLAY 1180 AM and live streaming at www.klay118.com.

Feb 7, 14, 21, 28   (253) 582-9400

Lakewood Chamber of Commerce General Membership Luncheon & Chili Cook-Off

Great American Casino, 10117 South Tacoma Way, Lakewood

11:30am.  Fundraiser for school scholarships.  Reservations required.  $20 members pre-paid, $30 at door.  $35 non-members.

Feb 7, 14, 21, 28   (253) 584-6060

Lakewood United

Burs Restaurant, 6151 Steilacoom Blvd, Lakewood

7-8am.  Meets every Thursday. Providing first hand information to citizens on matters affecting their lives. 

(TENTATIVE) Feb 9   (253) 279-9777

"Happy Hearts . . .  Caring For Kids" Dinner Auction

Sharon McGavick Conference Center, Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood

Caring For Kids spends an average of $10,000 a month helping families in our community.  Help us help our kids in need.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 9   (253) 383-3900

Asia Pacific Cultural Center  Annual New Year Celebration

Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall, 2727 E "D" St, Tacoma

11am-6pm.  BULA! 14th Annual New Year Celebration Featuring The Beatiful Island of Fiji. Join us for our Annual New Year Celerbration. Every year this event grows with over 5,000 people joining in on the fun. So put this on your calendar and hope to see you there. Retail Booths, Information Booths, Food Booths, Fun Cultural Activities for Children, HOT HULA Sessions throughout the day...cultural entertainment from different Asia Pacific Countries such as but not limited to:Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Japan, Samoa, Tahiti, Hawaii, Tonga, New Zealand, Lao, Thailand, Taiwan, Philippines, India, and more.  Free admission.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 9   (253) 582-5838

Historical Fort Steilacoom "Valentines Tea with Abigail and Elizabeth"

Quarters 2, 9601 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood

2pm.  In 1859 Abigail and Elizabeth lived at the Fort with their parents, Commander of Fort Steilacoom Colonel Silas and Mrs. Casey for a few years. It was a lonely post and they enjoyed hosting social events for ladies of the Territory. We hope you will enjoy their hospitality.  The tea will include re-enactors from Fort Steilacoom and the surrounding area as it was in 1859, period foods to sample, a spinning demonstration, display of handmade items, and a small favor to take home. "A Fancy Fair" silent auction will also be held to benefit the Fort.  $15/person.  Reservations required.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 15-17   (425) 988-6155

WIAA Mat Classic XXII, Boys & Girls State Wrestling Championships

Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D St, Tacoma

Call for additional information.

(TENTATIVE)  Feb 16-18  (360) 832-6117

Kids 'n' Critters at Northwest Trek

11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville

10am-3pm. Experience a day of good, clean fun and learn all about the wonderful world of soil and the role it plays in our lives!  Free admission for up to four children ages 3 to 12 with each adult or senior paying full admission. Special Kids 'n' Critters activities are free with admission all weekend and include nature-themed arts and crafts and trailside encounters with Northwest Trek's smaller animals.

(TENTATIVE)  Feb 20, 22   (253) 225-6535

National University at JBLM

Stone Education Center, 6242 Colorado Ave, Joint Base Lewis-McChord

10am-2pm.  Call for additional information.

(TENTATIVE) Feb 24   (253) 722-2000

3rd Annual Wedding Walk Tacoma

Downtown Tacoma

12-5pm.  This one day event will introduce prospective brides, grooms, wedding attendants, family, and friends to Tacoma, as the perfect location for events. Meet featured professionals while sampling excellent cuisine,  signature mocktails, and touring Tacoma's most beautiful places to be married.