June 2012
| JANUARY | FEBRUARY | MARCH | APRIL | MAY | JUNE |
| JULY | AUGUST | SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER | NOVEMBER | DECEMBER |
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.
June 1-2 (TENTATIVE) (253) 582-1978
Relay For Life of Lakewood
Harry E. Lang Stadium, Clover Park High School, 6615 111th St SW, Lakewood
Fri 6pm-Sat 12pm. This community event is open to all. Celebrate with our cancer survivors and caregivers. Remember those less fortunate at our Luminaria Ceremony. Help fight back against this dreaded disease during our 18 hour walk, raising funds for American Cancer Society.
June 2 (TENTATIVE) (253) 964-8414
City of Dupont FireDepartment Safety Fair
DupontCity Hall, 700 Civic Dr, DuPont
Events include: Safety awareness, helmet & life jacket sales, trail safety, children's games & giveaways. Free admission.
June 2 (TENTATIVE) (253) 564-6373
City of University PlaceDuck Parade
27th & Bridgeport, University Place
10-11am. Duck Daze officially kicks off promptly at 10 a.m.when the Duck Parade marches down Bridgeportto celebrate the coming of summer! Everyone is invited to participate and be part of the fun! Free admission.
June 2 (TENTATIVE) (253) 278-1946
City of University PlaceTreasures in the Park
Homestead Park, University Place
10am-4pm. Rent a space and participate as a vendor or come to purchase bargains galore at this "Community Garage Sale"! Head over to Homestead Park (next to City Hall) after the Duck Daze Parade to see what good deals await you at "Treasures in the Park." Find bargains, food and fun entertainment for young and old alike.
June 2 (TENTATIVE) (253) 226-5495
Rainier to Ruston
Tacoma Mountaineers' Parking Lot about 1/2 mile form Carbon River entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park.
12-6pm. 50 mile running relay, 15 mile walking relay, 50k/50m ultras.
June 6, 13, 20, 27 (TENTATIVE) (877) 24-BLOOD
Bridgeport Center Blood Drive
St Clare Hospital Parking Lot, 11315 Bridgeport Way SW, Lakewood
1:30-6:30pm. 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.
June 7 (253) 582-9400
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Annual Scholarship & General Membership Luncheon
TacomaGolf & Country Club, 13204 Country Club Dr SW, 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.
June 7, 14, 21, 28 (253) 584-6060
Lakewood United
Burs Restaurant, 6151 Steilacoom Blvd, Lakewood
7am.Meets every Thursday. Providing first hand information to citizens on matters affecting their lives.
June 9 (TENTATIVE) (253) 403-3065
Sound to Narrows12K Run
VassaultPark, Tacoma(starting & ending)
2k, 5k, and 12k running events. All events start and finish in VassaultPark, at the intersection of North Vassaultand North 37th Streets in Tacoma. $35/person.
June 13 (TENTATIVE) (253) 383-3900
Steilacoom Concerts In The Park
PioneerOrchardPark, 1700 Commercial St, Steilacoom
Wednesdays 6:30pm.
June 13, 20, 27 (TENTATIVE) (253) 581-1912
Steilacoom Farmers Market
Multi-purpose tennis court on Lafayette St, Steilacoom
Wednesdays 3-7pm. Find quality farm fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, breads, flowers, honey, herbs, plants, jewelry, crafts, gifts, prepared food, and more. Free admission
June 15, 17 (253) 225-6535
National University at JBLM
Stone Education Center, 6242 Colorado Ave, Joint Base Lewis-McChord
10am-2pm. Every third Wednesday and Friday of each month.
June 15-17 (TENTATIVE) (253) 627-3086
2011 Rainier Challenge Soccer Tournament
Washington Premier F.C., 5702 44th St E, Puyallup
Call for additional information.
June 16 (TENTATIVE) (253) 591-5339
What's Cooking at Fort Nisqually
Fort Nisqually Living HistoryMuseum, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma
11am-5pm. Get a taste of life in the 1800s!
FortNisquallyLivingHistoryMuseum'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.
June 20 (253) 582-9400
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Location TBD
5-7pm. 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 $5 members, $15 non-members.
June 20 (TENTATIVE) (253) 581-1076
Steilacoom Concerts In The Park
PioneerOrchardPark, 1700 Commercial St, Steilacoom
Wednesdays 6:30pm.
June 22-24 (TENTATIVE) (253) 983-7887
Lakewood Summer FEST 2012
Fort Steilacoom Park, Lakewood
Fort Steilacoom Parkw ill once again be the site of this popular three-day family festival presented by the City of Lakewood. Free admission.
June 23 (TENTATIVE) (253) 983-7887
Chalk Art Festival
Fort Steilacoom Park, Lakewood
Chalk art 10am-3pm. Awards 4:30pm. Categories include professional, amateur and group Professional entry $25. Amateur & groups of more than 2 artists/free. Must pre-register by June 10.
June 23-25 (TENTATIVE) (360) 832-6117
Slug Fest at Northwest Trek
11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville
Shine up your tentacles and slap on some slippery slime. There is enough wacky, wet & wild sluggy fun for everyone! Learn about the Pacific Northwest's most valuable and misunderstood mollusk- the yellow-greenish banana slug- through a fun filled day of sluggy activities for the whole family to enjoy
June 24 (TENTATIVE) (253) 582-5838
Historic Fort Steilacoom "An Afternoon with the Colonel"
Quarters 2, 9601 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
2pm. Ken Morgan, in the persona of the fort commander, Col. Silas Casey, will give insights about life at the fort and his personal life. Donations accepted.
June 24 (TENTATIVE) (253) 983-7887
LakewoodS ummerFEST 5K Fun Run
Fort Steilacoom Park, Lakewood
Pre-register at www.lakewoodsummerfest.com. Free admission.
June 24 (TENTATIVE) (253) 841-8515
Tour de Pierce Bike Ride
Begins at PuyallupFair & Event Center Gold Parking Lot, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup
7:30am-2:30pm. Tour de Pierce is a summer bicycle ride through central PierceCountyfor fitness and fun, promoting bicycle awareness and safety. $17/person. $51/familiies of four..
June 24 (TENTATIVE) (253) 460-8937
Lakewood Family YMCA "Salute Sundays"
9715 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood
Last Sunday of every month. The YMCA honors those who serve. Free entry into the LakewoodFamily YMCA from 4-7pmon the last Sunday of every month for active, reserve and retired military personnel who show military ID. Bring your family, and come enjoy the Y on us! Want to join? Military discounts are available.
June 27 (TENTATIVE) (253) 581-1076
Steilacoom Concerts In The Park
PioneerOrchardPark, 1700 Commercial St, Steilacoom
Wednesdays 6:30pm. Free admission.
June 28 (TENTATIVE) (253) 460-2530
Curran Apple Orchard Park Summer Concerts & Theater in the Park
3920 Grandview Dr W, University Place
6:30-8pm. Battleof the Bands featuring UP High School Students. Support the top contenders (ages 14-20) as they perform in our first ever Battleof the Bands. Additional concerts: July 14, 28. Aug 11. Free admission.
June 29 (253) 582-9400
Lakewood Chamber Annual Golf Classic
Oakbrook Golf & Country Club, 8102 Zircon Dr SW, Lakewood
12:30pm. Hundreds of dollars in cash prizes for top teams, closest to the pin, and longest drive. Win big $$$ in the hole-in-ones! $150/person includes green fees, cart, dinner and tons of door prizes!
June 29-July 1 (TENTATIVE) (425) 283-5050
Emerald Queen Casino "Taste of Tacoma"
PointDefiancePark, 5400 N Pearl, Tacoma
Fri-Sat 11am-9pm.Sun 11am-8pm. Happy Birthday! In 2010, the EQC Taste of Tacomacelebrates 25 years as Tacoma’s Ultimate Family Picnic, and we’ve got a line-up of promotions, on-site activities and family events planned to bring the celebration to you!
June 29-July 1 (TENTATIVE) (253) 305-1076
Art a la Carte - Taste of Tacoma
Point Defiance Zoo, 5400 N Pearl, Tacoma
Art a la Carte takes place in conjunction with the Taste of Tacomaand features over 100 handcrafted booths. Items must be hand-made by the seller. Free admission.