Looking for ways to spend your family time during the first month of the New Year? A way to be entertained with the kids on the weekend that isn't screen-oriented? I've been scouring the internet to find you things to do across the South Sound this January!
KIDS SNOWMAN PAINTING
A Cool chilly snowman for the road! This Chilly season theres a bunch of people and kids out in the snow. Here at Craft theory we love a good snowman, so we bring to you our kids Snowman painting. This painting is best to bring the kids! It is a 1 hour painting class all materials are included.
Date: Thursday, January 11
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: CRAFT THEORY, 11116 Gravelly Lake Drive Southwest, Lakewood, WA 98499
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LIVE MUSIC AT THE REDD DOG, U-POUR IT PUB
Audrey Collins plays solo her favorite Classic Rock, Country and Pop songs for this family friendly establishment. Come enjoy the live music, great food/drinks and company at the Tacoma location.
Date: Thursday, January 11
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: The Redd Dog, 2805 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
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LIVE MUSIC AT SPANISH BALLROOM - CARRIESA WITH VICTORIA FRAGOSO & VNTA
Based in Houston, TX, Carriesa is on the rise as an acclaimed and talented R&B/Soul & EDM artist, songwriter, and producer. Carriesa embarked on her musical voyage of artistic discovery as a youngster, growing up listening to a variety of musicians and genres that have played an influential role in shaping her signature sound. Local singer-songwriter Victoria Fragoso is a piano-based artist who appeals to fans of Vanessa Carlton, Ben Folds, and Regina Spektor. VNTA is an R&B/Rock duo based in Tacoma, Washington. Guitarist Kramer Foreman and vocalist Annika Fraga are the artists behind this unique, powerful sound.
Date: Thursday, January 11
Time: 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM SHOW TIME
Location: MCMENAMINS SPANISH BALLROOM, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, tickets starting at $15.00
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PLAY TO LEARN @ ASIA PACIFIC CULTURAL CENTER
Play to Learn is for parents, grandparents, neighbors, family, and friends who nurture children ages six and under. Thematic curriculum invites individual play, fun group activities, songs, and a whole group circle time for children and adults to enjoy together! Now offered at 8 community locations throughout Pierce County. Made possible by Tacoma Creates. Learn more at greentrike.org/play-to-learn.
Date: Friday, January 12
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Where: Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409
More info: Ages 6 and under with an adult. Free. No registration is required. Drop in and check in upon arrival.
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PROCTOR FARMERS’ MARKET
A monthly market presented by the City of Tacoma and Pierce County’s Agriculture Program. Every second Saturday at Proctor district. Live music, free to attend and all ages!
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: North 27th and North Proctor Streets, Tacoma, WA 98401
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DIVERGENT BONDS - NEURODIVERGENT MEET UP
Welcome to Divergent Bonds! A place where neurodivergent people can meet up. Join us at the Puyallup Public Library (324 S Meridian) for an exciting in-person event. This meetup is a fantastic opportunity for neurodivergent individuals to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Whether you identify as autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, or have any other neurodivergent traits, this event is for you. We'll have engaging discussions, interactive activities, and a welcoming environment where you can be yourself. Don't miss out on this chance to meet like-minded individuals and build lasting connections. We can't wait to see you there!
The meeting host will be Chante Anderson. Chante is a fellow neurodivergent individual that is wanting to create a safe and welcoming environment for neurodivergent individuals to make connections with one another in the community and potentially even build frienships.
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Location: Puyallup Public Library, 324 South Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371
More info: Free, all ages
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COFFEE & CONVERSATIONS
Join us in healthy community conversation around mental health and youth violence. Learn more about The Community-Driven Plan for Youth Safety. Let's get together, again as a community, to share resources, find new resources for at risk youth, ways to get involved and see what’s going on in your city!
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 3:30 - 6:00 PM
Location: The Evergreen State Collage, Tacoma Campus, Tacoma, 1210 S. 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
More info: If you're looking for opportunities to sponsor or volunteer, please email: shatara@archetypebabe.com.
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MONSTER JAM
Experience full-throttle family fun at Monster Jam®, where the world’s best drivers and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching your favorites like the legendary Grave Digger®, mighty Megalodon® and more show off crazy skills, massive stunts and all-out racing. Monster Jam. As Big As It Gets!™
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D St, Tacoma, WA 98421
More info: tickets starting at $30.00
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FAMILY STEAM DAYS: DERBY DAY
Design, assemble, and test out your own pinewood derby car before racing against other Museum visitors on ACM’s full-length Pinewood Derby track located in the Family Zone. Learn insider tips (and a bit about physics) as you work to make your pinewood car as fast as possible by increasing potential energy and reducing friction.
Date: Saturday, January 20
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: LEMAY - AMERICA’S CAR MUSEUM, 2702 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98421
More info: All ages. On the third Saturday of each month, you and your child, grandchild, or family can spend quality time together exploring activities available in the Education Studio and Family Zone. Family STEAM Days are free for ACM Members and is also included with Museum admission. Museum visitors age 18 and under receive FREE admission on Family STEAM Days.
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SKY & SEA
One of our favorite things? Taking care of the Earth and this beautiful Puget Sound region we call home. Canadian composer Marjan Mozetich’s expansive and moving Postcards from the Sky opens this program, which then features four outstanding local percussionists in Viet Cuong’s concerto for percussion quartet, Re(new)al, inspired by the renewable power of hydro, wind and solar energy. Debussy’s iconic La Mer, arranged by Marlijn Helder for chamber orchestra closes the program. We are delighted to collaborate with local organizations doing great work in our communities to combat the effects of pollution and climate change. Stay tuned for opportunities to connect with Tacoma Tree Foundation and Communities for a Healthy Bay around this concert.
Dates/Times: Saturday, January 20, 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 21, 2:00 PM
Location: SCHNEEBECK CONCERT HALL, 1567-1625 N Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98416
More info: tickets starting at $30.00
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LIVE MUSIC WITH MARLY MITCHELL @ TABLE 47
Join Marly @ Table 47 for some live jazz and good food!
Date: Friday, January 26
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Table 47, 5268 Point Fosdick Drive, Gig Harbor,WA
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HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2024 WORLD TOUR
Where, WHAT JUST HAPPENED?!? happens all the time! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters global tour as they take the court with moments of extreme basketball innovation and unparalleled fan FUN! See the Globetrotter stars LIVE as they DRIBBLE, SPIN, SLAM, and DUNK their way past their relentless rivals, the Washington Generals! You'll be amazed by new levels of mind-blowing trick shots, expert ball-handling skills, and BIG LAUGHS with unrivaled opportunities for pre-game, post-game and in-game fan engagement!
Date: Friday, January 26
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: ACCESSO SHOWARE CENTER, 625 W James St, Kent, WA 98032
More info: All ages, starting at $38.00
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TET 2024: YEAR OF THE DRAGON
Come and celebrate Tet with the Vietnamese community! Tet celebrates the new year and also marks the beginning of spring. It is FREE to the community. Come and pick out a lucky money envelope, and enjoy a variety of performances and delicious Vietnamese cuisine.
Date: Saturday, January 27
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: EASTSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, 1721 E 56th St, Tacoma, WA 98404
More info: All ages, free
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JUNIE B.'S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL
A self-appointed expert on all things first grade, Junie B. is determined to write the ultimate guide – JUNIE B.’S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL. As she deals with writer’s block and constantly getting into trouble, Junie B. quickly realizes that she still has a lot to learn.
Dates: Saturday, January 27 - Sunday, February 4
Location: TACOMA MUSICAL PLAYHOUSE, 7116 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
More info: All ages, starting at $12.00. Rated G - Appropriate for all ages.
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JOHNNY CASH: THE OFFICIAL CONCERT EXPERIENCE
Bringing songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to the stage in a way that audiences haven’t seen or heard before. With video of Johnny from episodes of The Johnny Cash TV Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will accompany him in perfect sync. This concert experience will showcase iconic performances from the TV show and highlight the spirit of the legend by revisiting some of his memorable words and anecdotes.
Date: Saturday, January 27
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: PANTAGES THEATER, 901 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: tickets starting at $39
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