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Apr 19-May 12 (253) 588-0042
Lakewood Playhouse "The Rainmaker"
5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood
Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm. "When 'The Rainmaker' comes to a drought-ridden farm, will he bring hope or a pocket full of empty dreams?" At the time of a paralyzing drought in the West we discover a girl whose father and two brothers are worried as much about her potential future as an old maid as they are about their dying cattle. For the truth is, she is indeed a plain girl. The brothers try every possible scheme to marry her off, but without success. Nor is there any sign of relief from the dry heat, when suddenly from out of nowhere appears a picaresque, sweet-talking man with quite the sales pitch. Claiming to be a "rainmaker," the man promises to bring rain, for $100. It's a silly idea, but the rainmaker is so refreshing and persistent that the family finally consents, banging on big brass drums to rattle the sky. Meanwhile the rainmaker also turns his magic on the girl, and persuades her that she has a very real beauty of her own. She believes it, just as her father believes the fellow can actually bring rain. Rain does come, and so does love. $24 general admission / $21 senior & military / $18 student & teacher & groups over 10.
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (877) 24-BLOOD
Bridgeport Center at St Clare Hospital Blood Drive
St Clare Hospital Parking Lot, 11315 Bridgeport Way SW, Lakewood
1:30-6pm. Support your community by donating blood!
May 1 (877) 24-BLOOD
Clover Park High School Blood Drive
11023 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
8am-2pm. Support your community by donating blood!
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (253) 584-4106
Volunteer Wednesdays at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
9am-12pm. Lakewold’s Volunteer Manager will work alongside you and others interested in gardening activities. No experience required. For more information, contact Susan Ryan at 253.584.4106, x106.
May 2 (877) 24-BLOOD
Lakewood Career Academy Blood Drive
4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
8:30am-1:30pm. Support your community by donating blood!
May 2-5 (425) 277-8132
Puyallup 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 show is better than ever. You’ll find RV show pricing, factory incentives and special financing options to make your travel 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 3-12 (253) 584-4106
MayFest at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
10am-4pm. Enjoy the beauty of the gardens alongside great displays, exhibits and activities in the Wagner House.
May 3-6 (253) 752-7707
Tacoma Rainiers vs Reno Aces
Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
Additional home games: May 16-19 vs Memphis Redbirds, May 20-23 vs Nashville Sounds, June 1-4 vs Sacramento River Cats, June 6-9 vs Las Vegas 51s, June 22-25 vs Fresno Grizzlies, June 27-30 vs Las Vegas 51s, July 1-3 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, July 11-14 vs Reno Aces, July 22-25 vs Tucson Padres, July 30-Aug 2 vs Omaha Storm Chasers, Aug 3-6 vs Iowa Cubs, Aug 16-20 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, Aug 26-29 vs Salt Lake Bees, Aug 30-Sept 2 vs Sacramento River Cats.
May 4 (253) 383-3900
Asia Pacific Cultural Center Monthly Tea Experience "Pear Flower Tea"
4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma
10-11am. Korea presenter Ms. Chong Hee Park
May 4 (253) 584-4666
Basic Candle Making Classes
Swans Candles, 8933 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
11am. First Saturday of the month, or by appointment. Easy step by step instructions for making basic container candles. Groups welcomed! Kids ages 12+ with parent/guardian welcomed.
May 4 (253) 983-7887
City of Lakewood I Survived Mother/Son Activity Day
American Lake Park, 9222 Veterans Dr SW, Lakewood
1-3pm. Join the Parks, Recreation and Community Services department for a day full of fun outdoor activities for moms and sons, (or aunts and nephews, family friends, etc.). Mother and son couples will enjoy many different activities ranging from learning to fish, canoe, tie knots and more. Light snacks are provided during this activity. Please be prepared to be outside during the entire event. Sons will leave with a souvenir bag from the event and each mom will get one professional photo. $35 per mother/son couple. $10 for each additional son.
May 4 (253) 301-1321
Ghost of Tacoma City Marathon & Half Marathon
21st St Park, Tacoma
7am. The Ghost of Tacoma is a low key event for those who wish to run two marathons in two days. It is of course for those wishing to qualify for the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics as well.
May 4, 11, 18, 25 (877) 24-BLOOD
University Place Safeway Blood Drive
3842 Bridgeport Way, University Place
9am-1pm. Support your community by donating blood!
May 5 (253) 301-1321
Tacoma City Marathon/ Half-Marathon / Marathon Relay/5K & Kids Marathon
S 17th Ave & Commerce Street, Tacoma
The NEW Michelob ULTRA Tacoma City Marathon is a scenic point to point net downhill course. Starting at Associated Aviation. Crossing the Tacoma Narrows Bridges will leave you in awe of the great Puget Sound and views of Mt. Rainier. After the short accent off the Narrows Bridge you will be treated to easy rolling terrain through North Tacoma's Proctor District, the home of the new Fleet Feet Tacoma location. The course gradually descends through beautiful Pt. Defiance Park and eventually comes down to the flat and fast Tacoma Waterfront. The new finish line provides a flat and fast entrance into the city. Experience the Narrows and Beauty of Tacoma!
May 11 (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) 584-4106
Mother's Day Brunch at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
Celebrate Mom! Enjoy a lovely brunch menu and a stroll through the gardens. Event sponsored by Occasions Catering.
May 12 (253) 564-1623
West Pierce Fire & Rescue First Aid & CPR Class
Station 20, 10928 Pacific Hwy SW, 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 14-15 (877) 24-BLOOD
Pierce College Fort Steilacoom Blood Drive
9401 Farwest Dr SW, Lakewood
8:30am-2:30pm. Support your community by donating blood!
May 15 (253) 584-4106
Discovery Walks at Lakewold Gardens
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood
2:30-3:45pm. Additional dates: June 19, July 17, August 21, September 18. Visitors will tour with Lakewold staff and volunteers through the gardens discussing seasonal changes, new additions and future plans. Every third Wednesday of each month. Standard Lakewold admission fees apply.
May 15 (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.
May 16-19 (253) 752-7707
Tacoma Rainiers vs Memphis Redbirds
Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
Additional home games: May 20-23 vs Nashville Sounds, June 1-4 vs Sacramento River Cats, June 6-9 vs Las Vegas 51s, June 22-25 vs Fresno Grizzlies, June 27-30 vs Las Vegas 51s, July 1-3 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, July 11-14 vs Reno Aces, July 22-25 vs Tucson Padres, July 30-Aug 2 vs Omaha Storm Chasers, Aug 3-6 vs Iowa Cubs, Aug 16-20 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, Aug 26-29 vs Salt Lake Bees, Aug 30-Sept 2 vs Sacramento River Cats.
May 18 (253) 502-8900
Click! Family Flick presents "The Lorax"
The Grand Cinema, 606 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma
10am, doors open at 9:30am. Click! Cable TV presents The Click! Family Flick, free family movies the 3rd Saturday of every month. Free admission.
May 18 (253) 589-2489
Lakewood Sister Cities International Festival
Location TBD
Call for additional information.
May 18 (253) 591-5339
Queen Victoria's Birthday at Fort Nisqually
Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma
11am-5pm. Join fort re-enactors as they celebrate this workers' holiday with the playing of bagpipes, sipping of birthday toasts and other gaiety. “Meet” Jane Tolmie, wife of the fort’s manager in the 1840s & 50s, during a special performance at 3 pm! Find out about her early life within the social structure of the Hudson’s Bay Company in the 1800s. $7.50 adults.
May 20-23 (253) 752-7707
Tacoma Rainiers vs Nashville Sounds
Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
Additional home games: June 1-4 vs Sacramento River Cats, June 6-9 vs Las Vegas 51s, June 22-25 vs Fresno Grizzlies, June 27-30 vs Las Vegas 51s, July 1-3 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, July 11-14 vs Reno Aces, July 22-25 vs Tucson Padres, July 30-Aug 2 vs Omaha Storm Chasers, Aug 3-6 vs Iowa Cubs, Aug 16-20 vs Colorado Springs Sky Sox, Aug 26-29 vs Salt Lake Bees, Aug 30-Sept 2 vs Sacramento River Cats.
May 21 (253) 383-9463
Port of Tacoma’s Free Bus Tour
3600 Port of Tacoma Rd, Tacoma
1pm. 75 minute tour. Curious what goes on at the Port of Tacoma? Reserve your space online and join us for a free monthly bus tour of the Port. Must reserve a seat - please call to RSVP or register at www.portoftacoma.com/tours.
May 22 (253) 964-4900
International Tour Of Duty "Australia - Robertson Barracks"
Patriots Landing, 1600 Marshall Circle, Dupont
11:30am-1:30pm Patriots Landing will take you on a tour of our most exquisite duty stations around the world. Join us each month for a themed lunch and entertainment. Attend at least five passport events during the next year, get your passport stamped and entered to win an Alaskan cruise for two. Free admission.
May 23-25 (425) 687-8585
2A, 3A, 4A Boys and Girls State Track and Field Championships
Mount Tahoma High School, 4634 S 74th St, Tacoma
Call for additional information.
May 24-25 (425) 687-8585
WIAA Boys State Soccer Championships
Sumner & Puyallup
Call for additional information.
May 26 (253) 272-2336
LeMay Valve Cover Races
325 152nd St E, Tacoma
Friendly competition among auto enthusiasts. Take engine valve cover, add wheels, race it! All ages welcome. See complete rules and for more on our website at www.lemaymarymount.org.
May 31-June 1 (253) 272-5767
Relay For Life of Lakewood
Harry E. Lang Stadium, Clover Park High School, 6615 111th St SW, Lakewood
6pm. Relay For Life is a celebration of survivorship – an occasion to express hope and our shared goal to end a disease that threatens the lives of so many people we love. There are many ways you can get involved with your local Relay For Life event.