May 2012
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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.
Apr 27-May 20 (253) 588-0042
Lakewood Playhouse "The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940"
5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood
7-11pm. A comedic love letter to Agatha Christie, Actors, Acting and Mysteries! $17-$23.
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (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.
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (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.
May 3 (253) 582-9400
Lakewood Chamber of Commercel Blood Drive
Great American Casino, 10117 South Tacoma Way, Lakewood
10:30am-2pm. Support your community by donating blood! Your donation supports local hospitals. RSVP to Scott Jonson to schedule an appointment.
May 3 (253) 582-9400
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce General Membership Luncheon
Great American Casino, 10117 South Tacoma Way, Lakewood
111:30am. Learn about Chamber programs and marketing opportunities. Enjoy educational and informative speakers. Great networking opportunity. Reservations required. Members/$20, non-members/$30.
May 3-6 (425) 277-8132
Puyallup Home & RV Show
Puyallup Fair & Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup
Thurs-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm. The weather’s changing and it’s time to get out there in your new RV. There’s no better place to see all the new units and compare between local dealers in one location. The Puyallup RV Show has been exhibiting the latest in new RVs for over 38 years. This year’s showis better than ever. You’ll find RV show pricing, factory incentives and special financing options to make yourtravel adventures come to life. Come and find your RV Lifestyle... family fun, relaxation and the great outdoors! $10 adults, $9 seniors, $7 students, 12 and under free.
May 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.
May 4 (253) 582-5838
Historic Fort Steilacoom "School Visitation Day"
9601 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
10am-2pm. In cooperation with local schools and homeschools, children are invited to participate in an interactive experience at Historic Fort Steilacoom. Re-enactors in period dress will show the four historic buildings of the U.S. Army during its occupation of the fort. Soldiers will drill on the parade ground and tents with military equipment will be set up. Students may view the Magic Lantern Show and make a slide to take home on May 4th. Donations accepted.
May 5 (253) 383-3900
Asia Pacific Cultural Center Monthly Tea Experience "Indian Tea Service"
South Park Community Center, 4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma
10-11am. Presenter - Ms. Kuljinder Kour. $10/person.
May 5 (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 basiccontainer candles. Groups welcomed! Kids ages 12+ with parent/guardian welcomed. No charge for 1st time attendees, $5 for repeat attendees.
May 5 (888) 831-7655
Emerald Queen Casino "Sylvia Browne"
2024 E 29th St, Tacoma
8:30-10pm. Call for additional information.
May 5-6 (253) 582-5838
Historic Fort Steilacoom "Living History Open House"
9601 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
10am-4pm. Reenactors will portray soldiers stationed at the fort in the 1850s. Donations accepted.
May 5-13 (253) 584-4106
MayFest at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
Celebrate! With the gardens in full bloom, Lakewold’s Mayfest is a great week to enjoy the beauty of the gardens alongside great displays and activities in The Wagner House. Currently slated for the week, participants include: Ikebana International #147, an art show by Lakewood Arts Commission, The Memory Singers, an inspirational spring tabletop display and more. During this week the gardens and The Garden Shop will be open from 10 am – 4 pm. Standard admission fees apply.
May 6 (253) 862-8890
Tacoma City Marathon/ Half-Marathon / Marathon Relay/5K & Kids Marathon
S 17th Ave & Commerce St, Tacoma
10am-4pm. The Michelob ULTRA Tacoma City Marathon course is a challenging but scenic loop around North Tacoma. A rolling course with hilly sections throughout provide breathtaking views of Commencement Bay, Mt. Rainier, and the Tacoma Narrows Bridges. A nice downhill finish gives runners a smooth ride to the end.
May 8-11 (253) 752-7707
Tacoma Rainiers vs Albuquerque Isotopes
Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
Additional home games: May 12-15 vs Round Rock Express, May 25-28 vs Tucson Padres, June 2-5 vs Sacramento River Cats, June 7-10 vs Salt Lake Bees, June 19-22 vs Reno Aces, June 27-29 vs Las Vegas 51s, June 30-July 3 vs Fresno Grizzlies, July 12-15 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, July 16-19 vs Sacramento River Cats, July 24-27 vs Tucson Padres, Aug 1-4 vs Oklahoma City Chasers, Aug 5-8 vs New Orleans Zaphyrs, Aug 18-21 vs Reno Aces, Aug 22-26 vs Las Vegas 51s.
May 11 (888) 831-7655
Emerald Queen Casino "Air Supply"
2024 E 29th St, Tacoma
8:30-10pm. Call for additional information.
May 11 (253) 460-8937
Lakewood Family YMCA Forza Grand Opening & Blue Ribbon
9715 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood
4-6pm. 5:30pm Blue ribbon. We’ll have free Forza drinks, free food created by Chef Cliff to YMCA nutritional guidelines, giveaways, prizes and a visit from Rhubarb of the Rainiers. As you may know, Forza closed down its Lakebridge store, and the much-anticipated opening of their shop in our facility is something we are very excited about!
May 12 (253) 232-2009
Rainier Dragon Boat Festival
Thea’s Park Foss Waterway, 535 E Dock St, Tacoma
32 teams from all over the Pacific Northwest converge on Thea's Park for a day of competitive dragon boat racing. Dragon boat racing is an international sport originating in China. Dragon boats, when dressed with heads and tails, can range up to 48' in length. A team of 18-20 paddlers, a drummer, and a steers person race the boats down a 500 meter course. Event parking is available in the Pierce Transit Parking Garage with shuttle service leaving from Freight House Square. Free admission.
May 12 (253) 383-2593
Run Like A Girl! 5K
Chambers Bay Park, 9850 64th St W, University Place
9am. The Run Like a Girl! 5k supports the YWCA Pierce County's domestic violence prevention and intervention programs while poking fun at gender stereotypes. We welcome men and women to join us in our efforts to transform the lives of women and children through safety, healing, and empowerment. $30/person.
May 12 (253) 564-1623
West Pierce Fire & Rescue First Aid & CPR Class
Station 21, 5000 Steilacoom Blvd, Lakewood
9am-5pm. One person, adult, child and infant CPR with airway management, first aid for choking, control of bleeding, splinting, bandaging, first aid for burns, sprains, strains, poison control, and other first aid procedures are covered. This course meets Labor & Industries and Department of Social & Health Services Standards. $40/person. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.
May 12-15 (253) 752-7707
Tacoma Rainiers vs Round Rock Express
Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
Additional home games: May 25-28 vs Tucson Padres, June 2-5 vs Sacramento River Cats, June 7-10 vs Salt Lake Bees, June 19-22 vs Reno Aces, June 27-29 vs Las Vegas 51s, June 30-July 3 vs Fresno Grizzlies, July 12-15 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, July 16-19 vs Sacramento River Cats, July 24-27 vs Tucson Padres, Aug 1-4 vs Oklahoma City Chasers, Aug 5-8 vs New Orleans Zaphyrs, Aug 18-21 vs Reno Aces, Aug 22-26 vs Las Vegas 51s.
May 13 (253) 584-4106
Mother's Day Brunch at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
Honor! With beautiful cherry blossoms gracing the brick walk and colorful rhododendrons spread throughout,Lakewold is the perfect setting for celebrating such an extraordinary day.
May 13 (253) 584-0252
Mountain View Funeral Home "Mother’s Day Tribute Concert and Reception"
4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
4pm. Free concert features Saxophonist Darren Motamedy, a staple of the smooth jazz scene in Seattle capturing the “Jazz Album of the Year” with KWJZ listeners in 2009. Motamedy has performed and opened with artists such as Ray Charles, Chris Botti, Kenny G, Steve Oliver, Ronnie Laws, and Jeff Lorber. Now living in Las Vegas, Motamedy is beginning to develop a large following in the Vegas Metropolis. A reception follows the performance.
May 16 (253) 584-4106
Discovery Walks at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
2:30-3:45pm. Staff and volunteers will take visitors on a tour through the gardens discussing seasonal changes, new additions and future plans. $6-$9. Additional dates: June 20, July 18, Aug 15, Sept 19.
May 18 (253) 566-5656
University Place Spring Art & Concert Series
Civic Building, 3609 Market Place W, University Place
7pm. Featuring Peggy Thorndill and Jeffrey Meeks will perform music for the cello and piano; along with
Watercolor Artis Jim Sheasley. $10/person.
May 19 (253) 404-3939
Adventure Run
SERA Campus, 3873 S 66th St, Tacoma
9am, Enjoy a 2 mile run/walk through the SERA Campus with 10 challenges along the course! Challenges include: push ups, bear crawl under ropes on hands and feet, skipping, stepping through tires etc. $10 11 & older, $7 ages 10 and under.
May 19 (253) 967-5776
Armed Forces Day
JBLM Cowan & Memorial Stadium,
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
10am-6pm. This event is Joint Base Lewis-McChord's open house, featuring modern and historic military displays, demonstrations, carnival rides, on-stage entertainment and more.
May 19 (253) 964-8414
DuPont "DAWG Dash"
DuPont City Hall, 1700 Civic Drive
10am. University of Washington students are bringing their year-end project of raising awareness for Canine Assistants to DuPont, and you can help them raise funds for this worthwhile cause. The walk will benefit canine assistants, which is an organization that trains and places service and seizure dogs with children and adults throughout the country. The walk will start at DuPont City Hall and follow the Sequalitchew Creek Trail. All dogs must be on a leash and owners need to scoop up after their pooch. Registration is $8 per person for early registration, or $10 per person the day of the event. There is no charge for dogs. You can pick up and turn in your registration form at Anytime Fitness in DuPont.
May 19 (253) 593-4474
Click! Family Flick presents "The Princess Bride"
The Grand Cinema, 606 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma
10am, doors open at 9:30am. The Click! Family Flick is the third Saturday of every month. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Free admission.
May 19 (253) 983-7887
Kids Fish-In Event
American Lake Park, 9222 Veterans Dr SW, Lakewood
9am-1pm. PRE- REGISTRATION by May 4th is required. Participant receive a free t-shirt, Zebco rod & reel
and up to two fish. Register for your preferred fishing time.
May 19 (253) 224-9763
Lakewood Community Clean Up Day
Lakewood City Hall, 6000 Main St, Lakewood
9am Registration. 10am-12pm Community clean up. 12-1pm Volunteer picnic & celebration. This event provides the perfect venue for those who want to join with other citizens to make a difference and take a direct approach to community beautification.
May 19 (253) 591-5339
Queen Victoria's Birthday at Fort Nisqually
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma
11am-5pm. Musket volleys, bagpipes and cannons abounded when Hudson's Bay Company forts across North American celebrated Queen Victoria's birthday in the mid-1800s. $6 adults, $5 seniors/students, $4 children (4-17 ), 3 and under free.
May 22-23 (425) 687-8585
WIAA State Golf Championships
Location TBD
Call for additional information.
May 23 (253) 582-9400
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours“There’s Nothing Like Australia – 100% Pure New Zealand” Hosted by Mary Backous, The Down Under Diva
Great American Casino, 10117 South Tacoma Way, Lakewood
4:30p Networking, fabulous hors d’oeuvres and no host bar. 5:30pm Blue ribbon cutting. 5:45pm Stunning a/v travelogue presentation with Kirk Demeter, President & Owner, Down Under Answers and Jeff Adam, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, AATKings. 6:45pm Door prizes and more networking.
May 24 (253) 383-3900
Asia Pacific Cultural Center Grand Opening
4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma
4-7:30pm. A tour of our new center and programs available. Enjoy food samples form different API countries.
May 24 (253) 943-2852
DeVry University’s Computer Information Systems and Networking Workshop
DeVry University-Federal Way Campus, 3600 S. 344th Way, Federal Way
5-7:30pm. Learn about careers in computer information systems and Networking and participate in hands-on
workshops with industry leaders and DeVry professors. Must RSVP. Free admission.
May 24-26 (425) 687-8585
2A, 3A, 4A Boys and Girls State Track and Field
Mount Tahoma High School, 4634 S 74th St, Tacoma
Call for additional information.
May 25 (888) 831-7655
Emerald Queen Casino "Creedence Clearwater Revisited"
2024 E 29th St, Tacoma
8:30-10pm. Call for additional information.
May 25-26 (425) 687-8585
WIAA Boys State Soccer Championships
Sumner & Puyallup
Call for additional information.
May 25-28 (253) 752-7707
Tacoma Rainiers vs Tucson Padres
Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
Additional home games: June 2-5 vs Sacramento River Cats, June 7-10 vs Salt Lake Bees, June 19-22 vs Reno Aces, June 27-29 vs Las Vegas 51s, June 30-July 3 vs Fresno Grizzlies, July 12-15 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, July 16-19 vs Sacramento River Cats, July 24-27 vs Tucson Padres, Aug 1-4 vs Oklahoma City Chasers, Aug 5-8 vs New Orleans Zaphyrs, Aug 18-21 vs Reno Aces, Aug 22-26 vs Las Vegas 51s.
May 26 (253) 584-0252
Mountain View Funeral Home "Tribute to Veterans Service"
4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
12pm Bagpiper & dove release. 2pm Tribute to Veterans service - Darren Motamedy Concert. Free admission.
May 27 (253) 584-0252
Mountain View Funeral Home "Queen City Jazz Band Concerts & Fireworks"
4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
5pm Bagpiper & dove release. 7pm concert & fireworks. Free admission.
May 27 (888) 831-7655
Emerald Queen Casino "Asia Fest"
2024 E 29th St, Tacoma
Call for additional information.
May 28 (253) 584-0252
Mountain View Funeral Home "Veterans Memorial Day Service"
4100 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
2pm. Free admission.