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Tacoma Trails Challenge
June 3-18, various locations
The Tacoma Trails Challenge is a 2-week-long exploration of Tacoma's parks and trails to commemorate National Trails Day. Complete 5 challenges or log 25 miles from June 3-18 to earn badges and win prizes. Itβs FREE!
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Summer Camp Fun
Give your child the opportunity to explore, discover new interests, and create lifelong memories at our various summer camps.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and get ready for an exciting summer of exploration and adventure!
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Co-Create to Recreate
6-7:30 pm at various locations
Join us at your community center to enjoy a meal together, share your ideas and learn about the process for updating the six-year parks and recreation plan. Free!
Thursday, June 8 - STAR Center
Tuesday, June 13 - Eastside Community Center
Tuesday, June 20 - Center at Norpoint
Wednesday, June 28 - People's Community Center
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It's Her Shot
June 10; 11 am-4 pm
DICK'S Sporting Goods and Nike joined forces, and engaged athletes, legends, influencers and coaches to host It's Her Shotβa multi-event series that inspires and encourages girls to take their rightful place on the court.
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Healing Sounds and Blooms
Thursday, June 8; 6:30-7:30 pm, $25 admission
Make way in your life for transformation through the healing power of sound. Relax into deep meditation through the sounds of crystal singing bowls, planetary tuned gongs, ocean drums, Koshi chimes, handpan and more
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Golden Games Social
Friday, June 9; 1-3 pm at STAR Center, $5 admission
Come for the games and food, stay for a good time with friends! Join us for this 50+ games social event to play your favorite games with friends and make some new friends.
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Wonderful World of Plants & Tree Walks
Saturday, June 10; 10:30-11:30 am at Wright Park, $5 suggested donation
Explore plants of the conservatory and the trees of Wright Park learning about the amazing ways plants and trees grow, survive, and communicate.
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Counselor in-Training Program
Do you know someone who is too old for summer day camp, but still wants to participate? The Counselors in Training (CIT) Program is designed for 12 to 14-year-olds who want to get involved (or remain involved) in summer camps and have fun this summer.
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Swim Lesson Registration
Summer swim lesson sign up opens June 16 at 7 am and closes June 30.
Swim lessons will begin July 10. More details for our swim lessons will become available on the website closer to registration day.
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TNC Stewardship Work Party
Friday, June 16, : 9 am-12 pm, Tacoma Nature Center
Help us care for the park by participating in a work party held on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month from 9 am-12 pm.
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Nature Walk - Spring is in the Air
Saturday, June 17, : 10-11 am, Wapato Hills Park
(Ages 3+) Explore Tacoma Parks during these naturalist-led walks. Discover the amazing plants and animals that live in these parks and how they adapt in the different seasons.
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Explore the Shore
Saturday, June 17, : 10:30 am-12:30 pm, Owen Beach
Bring your family to explore the beach, learn about tide pool life and have fun during some of the lowest tides of the year. A naturalist will guide low-tide beach exploration. This event is free!
Meet at Owen Beach. Wear shoes to protect feet from the rocky beach and bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
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Dine We Must
Saturday, June 17, : 6-9 pm, Fort Nisqually
Dine We Must, is the Fortβs newest farm-to-table dinner event. Participants will enjoy a whimsical night full of culinary delights.
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Celebrate Juneteenth with us in Tacoma!
South Sounders are invited to commemorate Juneteenth at celebrations throughout Tacoma:
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Thursday, June 15 β Tollefson Plaza, learn more
Saturday, June 17 β Wright Park, learn more
Monday, June 19 β Stewart Heights Park, learn more
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Community Litter Cleanup
Saturday, June 17: 9 am-12 pm, Meet at the Point Defiance Marina
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Join community volunteers to clean up areas around the Point Defiance Marina, Owen Beach, Promenade, and the surrounding park. We couldnβt do it without you and many helping hands are welcome!
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Summer Late Nights
Monday-Friday, June 26-Sept 1; 5-10 pm at various locations
Starting June 26, Summer Teen Late Nights opens across Tacoma, with schools, community centers and non-profits opening their doors to keep teens safe and engaged. Tacoma Public Schools middle and high schoolers can get dinner every night and participate in open gym, art and music activities, and hang out with friends.
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Play, Learn, & Grow Preschool
September 11, 2023 - June 10, 2024, each Monday 9:30 am-12:30 pm
ο»Ώ(Ages 3-6) Join our 5 session program that offers half-day classes for 3 to 6-year-olds. Both programs follow Washington State Early Learning & Development Guidelines. Children must be three or four by September 1 of the year they enroll and must be toilet trained. Children may be six as long as they turned six in the school year enrolled.
Pre-registration is open for the next school year 2023-2024.
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Fun and Fabulous Over 50
Every Friday at Peopleβs Center, 12 pm, free admission
Join us for coffee, games and friendship!
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Summer Staff Needed!
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Need extra spending money this summer? We're hiring! Check out these part-time openings and apply online today. Some positions start at 15 years old. Learn more by reading the job posting:
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Tacoma's 4th of July Summer Blast
Tuesday, July 4; 12-10:30 pm at Ruston Way & Dune Peninsula
This annual event takes place on Dune Peninsula and the iconic Ruston Way Waterfront. It features over 150 vendors, 2 stages and a 20-minute firework display.This event is the largest free community event in the South Sound.
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