January 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)  Nov 22-Jan 1   (253) 798-4000

16th Annual Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park

Spanaway Park, 14905 Gus G. Bresemann Rd. South, Spanaway

5:30pm-9pm. Tthe largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest, featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and thousands of sparkling lights. The beautiful two-mile drive along Spanaway Lake has become a memorable lakeside tradition for the entire family.  $13/vehicle.  $28/mini-bus (16-24 passengers), $45/bus (25+ passengers).

(TENTATIVE)  Nov 23-Jan 1   (253) 591-5337

ZooLights

Point Defiance Zoo, 5400 N Pearl, Tacoma

5-9pm.  Bundle up and stroll the Zoo as it comes aglow with more than a half-million lights. Sip hot cocoa while you explore seas of dazzling lights and breathtaking displays of ice-skating puffins, a preying eagle, tiger cubs, the Narrows Bridges and the massive flame tree. Warm up with the sharks in the steamy South Pacific Aquarium, experience a ride on a camel, take a turn on an antique carousel and so much more!

(TENTATIVE)  Dec 24-Jan 1   (360) 832-6117

Winter Wildland at Northwest Trek

11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville

See animals throughout the park enjoy fun, holiday-themed enrichments. Then head on over to the indoor, seasonally-themed Cheney Family Discovery Center to learn about how animals deal with winter.

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 1   (253) 591-5325

Polar Bear Plunge

Point Defiance Marina,

5912 N Waterfront Dr, Tacoma

11am.  Begin the New Year by braving the frigid waters of the Puget Sound!

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30   (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 such as St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center.

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 2, 9, 15, 23, 30   (253) 584-1480

Terry's Talk

10025 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood

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

Jan 3   (253) 582-9400

Lakewood Chamber of Commerce General Membership Luncheon

Great American Casino, 10117 South Tacoma Way, Lakewood

11:30am. Learn about Chamber programs and marketing opportunities.  Enjoy educational and informative speakers.  Great networking opportunity Reservations required.  $20 members pre-paid, $30 at door.  $35 non-members.

Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31   (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)  Jan 4-6   (253) 874-8711

Puyallup Home & Garden Show

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

Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm. The Puyallup Home & Garden Show is a show designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes. The show includes hundreds of exhibits with product demonstrations geared to enhance a wide variety of interests. Combining new products and expert advice from the pros, the Puyallup Home Show inspires homeowners with wonderful ideas on enhancing their home´s comfort and functionality, as well as the overall look and appeal of their home.  $7 general admission, $6 seniors/military, under 17 free.

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 12-13   (253) 272-3663

Monster Jam

Tacoma Dome, 2727 E "D" St, Tacoma

$20-$30.  Call for additional information.

Jan 15   (253) 582-9400

Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Location TBD

4:30-6:30pm.  Come enjoy a fabulous sampling of delicious hors d'oeuvres and beverages!   Remember to bring lots of business cards ... there'll be plenty of time for networking with our friendly members!  $5/members, $7/non-members.

$5 members, $15 non-members

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 16-18   (253) 225-6535

National University at JBLM

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

10am-2pm.  Every 3rd Wednesday and Friday of each month.

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 23-27   (253) 756-2121

26th Annual Washington Sportsmen's Show

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

Wed-Fri 12pm-8 pm, Sat 10am-8 pm, Sun 10am-4 pm.  Washington’s biggest and brawniest sportsmen’s show–the Washington Sportsmen’s Show® with a packed line-up of family-friendly attractions, new expert speakers and past crowd-pleasers at the Puyallup Fair and Events Center.  $12 adults, $5 juniors (6-16), under 5 free.

(TENTATIVE)  Jan 23-27   (253) 756-2121

29th Annual Tacoma Home & Garden Show

Tacoma Dome, 2727 E "D" St, Tacoma

Wed-Thurs 11am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm.Washington State’s largest combined home and garden event introduces visitors to a huge range of products and services by over 1,000 exhibitors–providing a “one-stop” shopping and information-gathering experience for show goers.$10 adults, $8 seniors (weekdays only 62+), 16 and under free.