September 2012

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)  Sept 1   (253) 219-5252

4th Annual Parkland Pace or Race

Washington High School, Tacoma

9:30 am - start of race.  5 Kilometer Course (Flat + Fast).  Every participant receives a digital picture of themselves (Via e-mail).  Awards given to top 3 in each gender and age group.  All proceeds benefit the Washington H.S. Cross Country Team.  $15/person.

Sept 1   (800) 308-1355

Over The Narrows 2012 5k/10mile Run for the Children

Uptown Gig Harbor near the Galaxy theatres 4649 Pt Fosdick Dr., Gig Harbor

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 1-3   (360) 832-6117

Get Out of the Rut Weekend at Northwest Trek

11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville

Learn all about the exciting rut, or breeding, habits of hooved animals like deer, sheep, elk and moose. Watch and listen as they grunt, snort, bugle and spar. From wild romance to turbulent action, you won't want to miss this three-day kickoff to the most dramatic time of year at Northwest Trek.

Sept 5, 12, 19, 26   (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.

Sept 5,12, 19, 26   (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

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 6   (253) 968-7877

Annual Fort Lewis Sergeants Major Association (SMA) Charity Golf Tournament

Whispering Firs Golf Course,  Joint Base Lewis-McChord

1pm.  We are seeking your support to help continue this level of support during the upcoming year.  As we continue deployments in support of our Nation’s War on Terrorism, we find an ever-increasing amount of requests for support from family members and Soldiers.  Our Association has the unique capability and perspective of having daily interaction with the entire Joint Base Lewis-McChord community, and because of this, we know the true "pulse" and needs of our great Americans serving this Country.

Sept 6, 13, 20, 27   (253) 584-6060

Lakewood United - Thursdays

Burs Restaurant, 6151 Steilacoom Blvd, Lakewood

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

Sept 6   (253) 582-9400

Lakewood Chamber of Commerce 40th Anniversary/General Membership Luncheon & Annual Meeting and Installation

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.  $25 members pre-paid, $35 at door.  $40 non-members.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 7-23   (253) 841-5045

Puyallup Fair

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

Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri & Sat 10am-11pm.  17 days filled with excitement, education, entertainment, & fun.

$11 adults, $9 students (6-18) & seniors (62+), 5 and younger free.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8   (253) 584-6191

Lakewood Salutes "4th Annual Military & Civil Servant Appreciate Day"

In front of Lakewood City Hall, Lakewood Towne Center, Lakewood

10am-4pm.  1:30pm: 9/11 Remembrance, presented by local officials.  Show your appreciation for our Lakewood area Police, Fire Fighters, Active Duty Military Personnel & Veterans!  Join us at this commemorative event to honor the fallen.  There will be live music from local artists, interactive games, activities for kids of all ages,  and raffles & discounts from South Sound vendors saying "Thank you!"  as Lakewood Salutes all of our local heroes.  In support of the West Pierce Fire & Rescue "Fill the Boot" Fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.  Free admission.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8   (253) 912-5245

City of DuPont City-wide Community Yard Sale

Dupont

8am-3pm.  Great deals - lots of fun - come find your Bargain of the Century.  Plus check out our 12

miles of trails, 50 acres of developed parks and DuPont Historic Village.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8   (608) 316-3786

Free To Breathe® Tacoma 5k Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk

Dickman Mill Park, 2423 Ruston Way, Tacoma

We hope you will join us! It is a great opportunity for lung cancer advocates, survivors and the community to

come together to raise awareness and support to fight this disease.  $35/person.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8   (253) 305-1022

Harmon Tap Room Hustle 5K Run/Walk

Wright Park, 501 S "I" St, Tacoma

3pm.  Runners ages 21 and older will enjoy a refreshing 5k run or walk through Wright Park followed by refreshing frosty beverages at the Harmon Taproom just down the street.  $15/person.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8  (253) 380-9075

Sporty Diva's 5k, 10k and 15k

Chambers Bay, 62nd & Grandview, University Place

9am.  I have learned that we are all in this life together and feel absolute joy in the purpose of raising funds and awareness to help women in the Congo. Even though we live in different parts of the world, we all have the same dreams as women to live a better life. $30/person.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8-10   (253) 475-5832

Tacoma Inboard Racing Association

Spanaway Lake Park, Spanaway

Call for additional information.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 8-10   (800) 238-5756

Rainier Mountain Festival

Mount Rainier Base Camp, Ashford, WA

Post Monsoon sale, world class climbers, trail run at Rainier, Alpine games, mountain technique demonstrations, book signings, raffle, films & slideshows, salmon bake n'brews, music and kid games.

Free admission.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 9   www.9112011.org

"We Will Never Forget"  9-11 10th Anniversary Ride or Drive

Begins Lakewood Towne Center, Lakewood.  Ends Evergreen Park, Bremerton

www.9112011.org.  Line-up Starts 6am, Ride Begins 8:46am.  9-11 Memorial Site Ground Breaking

at 12pm.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 9   www.vetsmeetvets.org

"Together We Stand" 9-11 Commemorative 10 Year Anniversary Concert

Temple Theatre, 47 Saint Helens Ave, Tacoma

7pm.  A Music and Patriotic Event like nothing you have ever experienced!  Do you remember what the event was like for the song 'We are the World?'  Imagine that with artists from around the nation coming together for our Veterans.  This is an America Be Strong - Fund Raising Event to benefit the mission of VetsMeetVets to "End Veteran Suicide in our Nation!"

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 9   (253) 564-1623

West Pierce Fire & Rescue's Patriot’s Day Remembrance Ceremony

Fire Station 20, 10928 Pacific Hwy SW, Lakewood

7:28am.  We will be honoring the 10 year anniversary of September 11th by having a remembrance  ceremony.  Please join us to honor the fallen.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 9   (253) 460-2530

2011 Cider Squeeze

Curran Apple Orchard Park, 3920 Grandview Dr W, University Place

1-4pm.  Featuring the music of the Sunset Bible Bluegrass Band.  Freshly Squeezed Cider.  Only Curran Orchard apples can be squeezed.  Visitors can pick apples at the event or purchase apples for a small fee.  Please do NOT bring HOME GROWN apples to prevent the spread of disease.  Do bring clean jugs and picking bags from home or purchase jugs at the event.  Pressings are limited to two milk crates per family.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 9   (206) 529-3874

2012 Walk to End Alzheimer's

Annie Wright School, 827 N Tacoma Ave, Tacoma

10am.  2 miles.   Join the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's and unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions. With more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's, and nearly 11 million more serving as caregivers, the time to act is now!

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 15   (253) 983-7887

Junk in the Trunk 3 - Community Rummage Sale

Lakewood City Hall, 6000 Main St SW, Lakewood

7am opens to participants,  8am opens to the public, event closes at 3pm. Pre-registration recommended, on-site registration available (cash and credit only!) $10 per space.  Free admission to shoppers.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 15   (253) 582-5838

Historic Fort Steilacoom "Living History Day"

9601 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood

10am-4pm.  See history come alive as re-enactors live and work as soldiers, their wives, children and friends.

Free admission.  Donations accepted.

Sept 17   (253) 208-0135

Curtis High School "Pancake Breakfast Bash"

8425 40th St W, University Place

9-11am.  Join us at the 2nd Annual Pancake Breakfast Bash & Silent Auction.  Bring your appetite along with your family and friends, bid on the unique auction items and listen as the University Place Community Supported Parks & Recreations organization reveals the success of their fundraising in the past eight months.  This event is sponsored by America’s Credit Union.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 15   (253) 879-3211

Homecoming & Family Weekend Logger 5K Fun Run

University of Puget Sound, 1500 N Warner, Tacoma

8am.  Call for additional information.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 16   (253) 862-8890

You Go Girl! Half Marathon & 10K

Market & 9th, Tacoma

8:45am.  With breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and Commencement Bay...ladies, you will love this course! The course highlights the natural beauty of Tacoma's location on the shores of Puget Sound. Beginning in historic Downtown Tacoma, the scenic rolling course takes the ladies through Wright Park and along the shores of Commencement Bay, finishing at Dock Street Landing.

Sept 19   (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, $15 non-members.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 19   (253) 404-8091

2011 Women of Influence

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

Women of Influence recognizes outstanding female leaders in the South Puget Sound. Honorees are selected for their achievement community, business, government, military and non-profit sectors.

Sept 19, 21  (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)  Sept 21  (253) 964-1289

Fall Festival Oktoberfest

DuPont’s Clock Tower Park, 1408 Palisade Blvd, DuPont.

6:30-8:30pm.  This is the ROA's beer tasting event with a German twist. There will be German foods, beer and entertainment.  Reservations are required and seating is limited to 125 participants.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 21  (253)  682-7337

Oktoberfest 2012

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

6-11pm.  Bratwurst, beer and other foods.  Dance to live Rock n’ Roll with the Clover Park Five.  $25/person – includes food and admission.  Fund-An-Item supporting Springbrook Park.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 22   (253) 906-1346

13th annual 2012 Lakewood Sister Cities International Festival

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

11:30am-5:30pm.  Celebrating Lakewood’s rich cultural diversity and Sister City relationships with:  Okinawa, Japan; Bauang, Philippines; Gimhae, S. Korea; and Danzhou, PR China.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 22   (253) 592-8050

5-K Dash For Southern Sudan: Run or Walk and be a World Changer

Owens Beach, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma

8am.  Join us for this fun filled run/walk through a scenic area along Owen Beach at Point Defiance, one of the most visited and popular destinations in Tacoma. $25/person.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 23   (253) 964-2399

DuPont Fall Festival "Hudson Bay Day & Salmon BBQ"

DuPont’s Clock Tower Park, 1408 Palisade Blvd, DuPont.

This free event is being held from 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM and features live music by the Straw Hats, kids’ activities (including an “archeology dig”), historical demonstrations, an antique gun display and more! There will be a salmon BBQ with adult meals at $12, and kids for $6. Hot dog meals will also be available. Seating is limited so bring a lawn chair. No dogs are allowed on the site.  Hudson Bay Day Volksmarch - the Sunday event also includes a Volksmarch and sponsored by the Evergreen Wanderer’s club. This year’s volksmarch will cross the grounds of the former DuPont Explosives Plant. The walk passes three historic sites; an early 1800’s cemetery, the original Ft. Nisqually site, built by Hudson's Bay Co. in 1833 and the Wilkes Observatory, where explorer John Wilkes constructed an outpost while exploring Puget Sound. There will be a 5km trail (3.1 miles) and a 10km trail (6.2 miles). Sign-in for the walk is at 9am to 1pm will at DuPont’s 1843 Ft. Nisqually Site.  For more information about the Volksmarch, call Jerry Williams at 253-320-8600.  Hudson Bay Dayis sponsored by the City of DuPont Museum, the DuPont Historical Society and the City of DuPont Tourism Bureau. It is part of the DuPont Fall Festival weekend which is sponsored by the ROA. The 1843 Ft. Nisqually site property is made available for this event courtesy of the Archeology Conservancy.

(TENTATIVE)  Sept 23   (253) 798-4753

Frontier Round UpFun Run & Walk

Frontier Park, 21800 Meridan S, Graham

8am.  Join us for our second annual

Frontier Round-Up, a fun western themed 5K and 1 mile fun run and walk.