Shakespeare in the Park (Cymbeline)
Wright Park

August 5: 7 pm

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks to Point Defiance Park’s bowl area (near the pond) on July 8 or to Wright Park on August 5 for a FREE live performance of Shakespeare classics: A midsummer Night’s Dream and Cymbeline. Performed by Seattle Shakespeare’s Wooden O Productions. 
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Teen Late Night

Late Night is a FREE event for teens! Join us for late night fun with your friends! We’ll have open gym, sports, activities, and much more.

STAR Center
(Boys & Girls Club Schatz Branch)
1st Friday of every month
7-10 pm | Grades 6-8

Eastside Community Center
Every Friday During July and August
7-10 pm | Grades 6-8

People’s Community Center
Fridays in July and August
8-11 pm | Grades 9-12
Proof of age required.
Tiptoe through the Tidepools
Titlow Beach

August 11: 10 am - 1 pm

Bring your family to explore the beach, learn about tide pool life and have lots of fun during some of the lowest tides of the year. A naturalist will guide low-tide beach exploration. This event is free! Meet at Titlow Beach. Wear shoes to protect from the rocky beach and bring plenty of water and sunscreen. 
Family Nature Walks

August 5: 1 pm (Tacoma Nature Center)
August 13: 10 am (Titlow Park)
August 13: 1 pm (Swan Creek Park)

Bring the entire family to explore Tacoma Parks during free naturalist-led walks. Discover the amazing plants and animals that live in these parks and how they adapt in the different seasons. Visit the website to register for these free walks! 
Explore the Shore
Owen Beach at Point Defiance Park

August 12: 11 am - 1 pm
 
Discover tidal animals like crabs, shellfish, anemones and more during low tide at Owen Beach. Naturalists from Point Defiance Zoo will help you spot and identify all the unique species that are uncovered with each tide. Ages 5 and up. Free. Beach walks last 2 hours, though you’re welcome to stay longer! 
Brigade Encampment
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

August 13-14: 11 am - 5 pm

Step back in time to 1855 at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum's 39th annual Brigade Encampment. This event recreates the bustle and excitement of the historic visit of fur traders to Fort Nisqually in 1855.

Admission: $0-$18
Outdoor Adventure Kayak Trips

August 13: 9 am (Foss Wayerway)
August 27: 2 pm (Blake Island)

Explore the beautiful South Sound with Metro Parks Tacoma Outdoor Adventures. Choose from our beginner or intermediate trips depending on your experience. Trips include necessary safety gear, tandem kayaks and experienced guides.
Summer Bash

August 5: 5 pm (STAR Center)
August 13: 2 pm (Center at Norpoint)
August 19: 6 pm (Stewart Heights Park

Pack your snacks, blankets and lawn chairs and head to the park for a free outdoor movie for the whole family. Seating is on the lawn, so attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or folding chairs.
 
Enjoy a variety of activities including inflatable slide, games, entertainment, crafts, food truck, outdoor movie and more.


Tacoma's Got Talent!
SIGN UP NOW and share your talent during the Norpoint Summer Bash from 6-8 pm! This activity is open to all ages. Come prepared with a 3-minute performance.

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