Upcoming Events

Community Centers Open on Veterans Day

Monday, November 11

Visit any of Tacoma’s four community centers for free on November 11, Veterans Day!

Admission is free, no membership or day pass is required.

Youth Basketball Leagues

Registration open: Now until Nov 24

Practices begin: The week of December 9

Youth will learn the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and defense all while being assigned to a coach with practices being once a week for an hour.

Wonderful World of Plants & Trees Walk

Saturday, November 9; 9 am-3:30 pm

Wright Park

Be led through a series of mindfulness practices by trained mindfulness teacher and ecologist, Sarah Low, and cultivate present-moment awareness, awe, and an appreciation of plants and the natural world.

Tots on the Trail

Friday, November 8; 10 am

Meet at the Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter

See Point Defiance from a kids’ point of view. Children ages 18 months and up are invited to join Park Guide Jenn on a toddler-led hike through Point Defiance Park. Explore the park’s trails and enjoy and a quick lesson on plant safety and taking care of the environment.

Babies on the Trail

Monday, November 11; 10 am

Meet at the Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter

You’re never too young to enjoy the outdoors. This program is for parents and guardians of children 18 months and younger. Learn about plant safety and weather-proofing playdates in any season while meeting other caretakers and engaging in nature-themed activities you can replicate at home.

Veterans Appreciation Day

November 9-11; 9 am-3:30 pm

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

U.S. military veterans can enjoy the wonder of the Zoo and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park for FREE during Veterans Appreciation Day weekend.

When School is Out, Pools are In

Monday, November 11; 1:30-3:30 pm

Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, and People's Center

Join us at one of our indoor pool locations during Veterans Day for fun-filled water activities for your kids to enjoy while school is not in session.

Lifeguard Training

Monday, November 18; 3-4 pm

Eastside Community Center Pool

Becoming a lifeguard is as easy as 1-2-3. Start now by enrolling in a free one-hour swim assessment class.

Swim Instructor Training

November 19-21; 4-6 pm

Center at Norpoint Pool

If you love the water and want to make a difference, consider joining our team as a swim instructor. This is a great chance to gain valuable skills and help others learn to swim!

Friendsgiving at Eastside

Tuesday, November 14; 5:30 pm

Eastside Community Center

Take part in family-friendly activities and break bread with your neighbors, as you encourage each other and build stronger community ties.

In partnership with Boys & Girls Club of South Puget Sound

Titlow Bird Walk

Sunday, November 17; 8:30-10:30 am

Titlow Park

Free! Join in a Park Guide-led bird walk through Titlow Park and see what species can be found in the shore and forest. The walk is held the third Sunday of every month.

50+ Fall Potluck

November 20 at Center at Norpoint

November 21 at People's Center

November 25 at Eastside Community Center

November 26 at STAR Center

Join your peers to come together and build community around your favorite holiday dishes.

Aging Smart Workshops

Friday, November 8; 1-2 pm at STAR Center

Wednesday, November 13; 1-2 pm at People's Center

Join us for our 50+ Aging Workshops presented by the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC), where experts in healthcare, finance, elder law, design, and home remodeling will share valuable insights to help you maintain your independence in the housing of your choice.

Volunteer Work Parties

Friday, November 8; 9 am-12 pm at Browns Point Playfield

Saturday, November 9; 9 am-12 pm at the Rhododendron Garden

Saturday, November 9; 9 am-12 pm at Senator Rosa Franklin Park

Join community volunteers to improve trails and park green spaces by removing invasive species and vegetation encroaching on the trails.

Register for after school fun at Beyond the Bell

Staggered Registration open now until November 20

Activities held: December 2, 2024–February 7, 2025

Families of elementary school students at Tacoma Public Schools can register for Beyond the Bell!

Upcoming Change to Payment Procedures:

Starting in 2025, families with outstanding Beyond the Bell invoices will be required to settle their balance in MySchoolBucks before registering for future sessions.

Norpoint Classic 5k and 2-Mile

Thursday, Nov 28; 9 am

Starting at Center at Norpoint

The Norpoint Classic 5k and 2-mile is Tacoma’s original Thanksgiving fun run. Make it your family tradition!

Sign up now and save! Price increases Monday, Nov 11.

Agents of Discovery

New missions added!

Perfect for families looking to spend time outdoors, Agents of Discovery is a free, educational app to get youth active, engaged and learning about the world around them.

Christmas Regale

Saturday, Dec 7; 11 am-4 pm

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Save the Date! Celebrate the holiday season with ornament making, the harvesting of the Yule Log, parlor games, and a visit with Father Christmas.