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X-WR-CALNAME:Tacoma · education · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BSN to MSN Virtual Info Session DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260917T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T002939Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53932701896666 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the Master of Science in Nursing program for students with a BSN degree. This virtual info session\, hosted by a repres entative from our School of Nursing\, will cover highlights of the program \, costs and financial aid options\, and application requirements\, deadli nes\, and process. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T002939Z URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/bsn-msn-virtual-info-session?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Pacific Lutheran University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.plu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Third Thursdays – September DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T120216Z UID:10007192-1789657200-1789675200@www.southsoundtalk.com CATEGORIES:community,education,free DESCRIPTION:Third Thursdays – September\nSeptember 17\, 2026\, 3:00 to 8 :00 PM\nEnjoy free admission\, special events\, and extended hours from 3: 00 to 8:00 PM every third Thursday of the month\, courtesy of Columbia Ban k. \nFREE THIRD THURSDAYS EVENTS – SEPTEMBER \n\n \nEdmonds Ferry – Da vid Demarest \n\nShaped by Sea and Story: Exploring Washington’s Maritim e Identity\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026\, 5:30 – 7:00 PM\nFREE\nJoin us on Third Thursday for an evening with the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area exploring the communities\, cultures\, and traditions that h ave shaped life along Washington’s waterways. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T120216Z LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Avenue\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-pierce-county-event/third-thursd ays-september/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma- wa X-SOURCE-NAME:SouthSoundTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Calling to Coach! DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T182418Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53674713143034 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join PLU Head Football Coach Brant McAdams as he discusses the calling to serve as a coach\, the challenges he faces in coaching today\, and what his hopes are for the PLU students he mentors. Brant is the tent h head football coach in the history of the university. This event is part of the Vocational Vistas series in collaboration with the Wild Hope Cente r for Vocation.\n\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026\n4 p.m. (Pacific Time)\n Presentation will be held virtually\n​​​​​​\nREGISTER HERE! LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T182418Z URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/the-calling-to-coach?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Pacific Lutheran University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.plu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MSW Virtual Info Session DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T002939Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53932469195524 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Our Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers both an Advance d Standing pathway for students with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work\, and Regular Standing pathway for those who have a Bachelor's degree in ano ther field. This virtual info session will cover highlights of both pathwa ys and our program\, costs and financial aid options\, and application req uirements\, deadlines\, and process. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T002939Z URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/msw-virtual-info-session?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Pacific Lutheran University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.plu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen Open Studio: Reverse Watercoloring DTSTART:20260918T000000Z DTEND:20260918T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T184355Z UID:10002254-1789664400-1789671600@www.tacomaartmuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,free DESCRIPTION:Don’t Wait!! Jason McDonald’s stunning glass exhibition\, Ode to Diligence\, is closing October 18th! His Inclusion series\, 2024\, invites us to “… Join in wonder of what it is to notice something (or someone) previously dismissed\, in a new light”- McDonald  \nInspired b y McDonald’s powerful work\, this hands-on workshop invites you to slow down\, rethink everyday objects\, and rediscover watercolor.  \nExperimen t with Layering: Build vibrant\, fluid watercolor washes to set a mood and explore color blending.  \nDefine Your Focus: Use fine-line pens and dra wing tools over dry watercolor to render an ordinary object or a person on your mind with fresh detail. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Teen Open Studio \nTeen Open Studio invites teenagers to delve into the world of artmaking on the third Thursday of the month. The event happens during the Neighborh ood Nights – which offers free admission to TAM from 5-8 pm. \nThe proje ct is a unique space for young minds to explore their creativity\, connect with peers\, and embrace the joy of self-expression. The schedule provid es an array of hands-on artmaking activities. Every session\, from painti ng and drawing to crafts\, is a chance to discover new techniques and medi ums. \n\nThis is a free event. \n\n\n\n“How My Sister Says she loves me and I’m Annoying at the Same Time”. MC 2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T184355Z LOCATION:TAM Studio URL:https://www.tacomaartmuseum.org/event/teen-open-studio-reverse-waterco loring/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Tacoma Art Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tacomaartmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sparks Workshop | Children's Museum of Tacoma DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061418Z UID:10010542-1789725600-1789731000@greentrike.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Sparks Activities allow children and their families to explore thematic concepts in art\, math\, science\, movement\, and more at the Ch ildren’s Museum of Tacoma! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061418Z LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Tacoma\, 1501 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States URL:https://greentrike.org/event/sparks-workshop-childrens-museum-of-tacom a-3/2026-09-18?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma- wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Greentrike X-SOURCE-URL:https://greentrike.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Columbia University - Columbia’s Combined Plan Program Info Sess ion DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260918T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T183035Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53931290690210 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring engineering student? All interested in 3-2 engineering\, current second or third-year 3-2 engineering students\, are welcome to come to this info session! Hear from Ella C. Kolosek\, Assist ant Director\, Undergraduate Admissions at Columbia College Get details ab out applying for the Columbia Engineering Combined Plan and have your ques tions answered. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T183035Z LOCATION:Morken Center for Learning & Technology\, 105 URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/columbia-university-columbias-combined- plan-program-info-session?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Pacific Lutheran University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.plu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grief Movement Workshop and Performance DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060233Z UID:10008303-1789750800-1789761600@www.southsoundtalk.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:When and Where: Friday\, September 18th and Saturday\, Septemb er 19th at Moving Parts Dance in Olympia (302 Columbia St NW\, Olympia\, W A 98501).\nCost: Free! Donations are welcome but not required.\nWhat’re we doin’: This is a 24 hour project where we are creating movement in co mmunity to be shown as our experiences with grieving. You do not have to b e a “dancer” to participate. If you are interested in diving in and ex ploring movement in a unique and thoughtful way\, this is a great opportun ity to explore that. All experience levels are welcome. Accommodations and accessibility will be prioritized with movement. Grief with a variety of situations will be explored.\nTimeline:  \n\nFriday\, September 18th 5pm- 7pm – Dance Workshop and Grief Exploration\nSaturday\, September 19th 2p m-5pm – Movement Crafting\, an hour dinner break after\, and show at 7pm \n\nAnyone is welcome to attend the showing on Saturday the 19th at 7pm.\n \n\n\nFeel free to share this event with anyone you think would be interes ted. If you would like to participate in the workshop\, please email dasbi estperformanceproject@gmail.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060233Z LOCATION:Moving Parts Dance\, 302 Columbia St NW\, Olympia\, 98501\, Unite d States URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-pierce-county-event/grief-moveme nt-workshop-and-performance/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium =ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:SouthSoundTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore and Restore: Fall Session 1 Meridian Habitat Park DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060233Z UID:10007759-1789812000-1789819200@www.southsoundtalk.com CATEGORIES:education,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided forest walk and a practical training on t ree planting and maintenance. You will learn about the park’s local ecos ystem and how to support healthy forest growth. If weather permits\, you w ill also have the opportunity to plant trees and shrubs in the park. No ex perience needed. \nParticipants will get a free seedling to bring home! \n This series is in partnership with Pierce County Parks. \nRegistration REQ UIRED in advance at our website for this FREE event: www.piercecountywa.go v/earthmattersseries LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060233Z LOCATION:Meridian Habitat Park\, Register for more details like parking an d meeting location & FAQs\, Puyallup URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-pierce-county-event/explore-and- restore-fall-session-1-meridian-habitat-park-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:SouthSoundTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grief Movement Workshop and Performance DTSTART:20260919T210000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000242Z UID:10008304-1789826400-1789837200@www.southsoundtalk.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:When and Where: Friday\, September 18th and Saturday\, Septemb er 19th at Moving Parts Dance in Olympia (302 Columbia St NW\, Olympia\, W A 98501).\nCost: Free! Donations are welcome but not required.\nWhat’re we doin’: This is a 24 hour project where we are creating movement in co mmunity to be shown as our experiences with grieving. You do not have to b e a “dancer” to participate. If you are interested in diving in and ex ploring movement in a unique and thoughtful way\, this is a great opportun ity to explore that. All experience levels are welcome. Accommodations and accessibility will be prioritized with movement. Grief with a variety of situations will be explored.\nTimeline:  \n\nFriday\, September 18th 5pm- 7pm – Dance Workshop and Grief Exploration\nSaturday\, September 19th 2p m-5pm – Movement Crafting\, an hour dinner break after\, and show at 7pm \n\nAnyone is welcome to attend the showing on Saturday the 19th at 7pm.\n \n\n\nFeel free to share this event with anyone you think would be interes ted. If you would like to participate in the workshop\, please email dasbi estperformanceproject@gmail.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000242Z LOCATION:Moving Parts Dance\, 302 Columbia St NW\, Olympia\, 98501\, Unite d States URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-pierce-county-event/grief-moveme nt-workshop-and-performance/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium =ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:SouthSoundTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5th Annual Henry R. Fenbert Challenging History Lecture – How B eer Might Save Democracy DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000242Z UID:10007190-1789837200-1789848000@www.southsoundtalk.com CATEGORIES:drink,education DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Henry R. Fenbert Challenging History Lecture – H ow Beer Might Save Democracy\nSaturday\, September 19\, 2026 – 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nFREE with required registration\nThe 5th Annual Fenbert Chal lenging History Lecture welcomes Professor Michael Goldsby for a timely ta lk titled How Beer Might Save Democracy. \nIn this lecture\, Professor Go ldsby explores how face-to-face conversations over a shared beverage can h elp people find common ground and connect with one another in more authent ic\, focused\, and empathetic ways. He argues that if democracy depends on people sharing and debating ideas\, then finding common ground with one another matters. \nSpecial thanks to the Fenbert family for supporting th is program. \nAbout Michael Goldsby \n \nMichael Goldsby (he/him) is an a ssociate professor of philosophy in the School of Politics\, Philosophy\, and Public Affairs at Washington State University. A beer enthusiast and s cholar of the philosophy of science\, he earned his PhD from University of Wisconsin–Madison. Goldsby is also a member of the Columbia FEW Storage Project\, a collaborative research team developing innovations to support food\, energy\, and water security in the Columbia River Basin throughout the 21st century and beyond. \nWSHS Image ID: 2009.0.1843 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000242Z LOCATION:Washington State History\, 1911 Pacific Avenue\, Tacoma\, 98402\, United States URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-pierce-county-event/5th-annual-h enry-r-fenbert-challenging-history-lecture-how-beer-might-save-democracy/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:SouthSoundTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Journaling/Paper Play: DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070033Z UID:event_316377109@meetup.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Tacoma Arts and Crafts Group\nDo you need a journal for that o nline class you signed up for or maybe you have a lot of loose art pieces that could be combined in a journal?\nNow's the time to make a pretty cove r and combine those papers.\n\nSupplies:\n12x12 Scrapbook paper\, we'll ha ve some to share\nScissors\nGlue Tacky or PVA\nFew paper clips\nBone folde r\nScoring pad if you have one\nEmbellishments for front cover\nThere will be embroidery floss provided for binding pages\n\nPages\n6 to 8 cardstock pages\, why not a color\nPages filled with art\, will need to fold\nin ha lf for signature. If not double sided glue some together\, makes a sturdie r page.\nGelli prints work great and we all have lots of those.\nPretty sc rapbook paper you have been saving LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070033Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/tacomaartsandcrafts/events/316377109/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Tacoma Arts and Crafts Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Study Away Fair DTSTART:20260922T163000Z DTEND:20260922T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T003109Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53800439191401 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join the Wang Center staff\, PLU Gateway Program Directors\, a nd representatives from our semester study away partners to learn about al l the study away opportunities available to PLU students. Representatives from Student Financial Services\, Scholarships & Fellowships\, and the Pea ce Corps Prep program will also be present. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003109Z LOCATION:Anderson University Center URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/study-away-fair-2056?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Pacific Lutheran University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.plu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Learn: Cha Cha DTSTART:20260924T014500Z DTEND:20260924T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T065637Z UID:event_316412124@meetup.com CATEGORIES:dance,education DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma Ballroom Dancing Meetup\nJoin our Cha Cha Dance Cla sses! Discover the fun flirtations style of Cha Cha dancing with our fun a nd energetic classes. Don't miss out on the chance to learn this exciting and timeless dance style\; one of the most useful styles to know for all t he fabulous music around town! Feel the rhythm and fun! Whether you're a b eginner or looking to add to your moves\, we have the perfect class for yo u!\n\nNo partner necessary.\nRegister ahead online following [this link](h ttps://studio6ballroom.com/lessons/classes/) (helps us balance leads & fol lows): [Mindbody Studio 6 Ballroom](https://studio6ballroom.com/lessons/cl asses/)\n*\\*\\*Meetup RSVP's do not reflect the class registration as reg istration is on Mindbody\, not Meetup.\\*\\**\n->YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UN TIL YOU BOOK ON MINDBODY (link above).\n\n**Focuses:**\n· Important Found ation\, Timing/Rhythm\, and Leading/Following Techniques to help you becom e the dancer you want to be.\n· Techniques for smooth and confident partn er dancing\n· Partnering Skills - Connection and communication with your dance partner\; learn how partner dance is a conversation!\n· Styling and Body Movement: Adding flair to your dance with styling tips to enhance yo ur movements\n· Advanced Techniques (for Intermediate/Advanced Dancers): Complex turn patterns and footwork\, spins and body movement + dips\, musi cality\, and improvisation.\n\n**What to Bring:**\nClothing that makes you feel confident & allows for ease of movement.\nShoes: Dance shoes\, socks \, or shoes that you did not walk in off the street wearing. We can help d irect you to our favorite place to get shoes.\nWater bottle to stay hydrat ed.\nA positive attitude ready to try new things and have fun!\n\n**Why Ch oose Our Classes?**\nExpert Instruction: Learn from highly skilled and pas sionate instructors with Master Coach\, and global coach\, Natasha Thayer' s special system for easy and quick learning.\nCommunity: Meet new people and become part of a friendly\, supportive dance community. No partner nec essary to join class. We just ask that you reserve your spot as soon as yo u can to help us as we work to balance leads/follows in classes.\nFitness: Enjoy a fun way to stay active and improve your physical and mental fitne ss.\nCulture: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the dance. \nDate Night: We're honored to help create a fun date night. If you are br inging a special partner you are welcome to stay with that partner during class.\n\n**Location Details:**\nRegister early to ensure your space in cl ass before it fills up and to help us balance leads & follows.\nZoom optio n available by request.\nTexting (253) 905-5301 also gives helpful details on class address\, photos\, and other helpful info. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T065637Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/ballroomdance-southsound/events/316412124/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Tacoma Ballroom Dancing Meetup END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Learn: WC Swing Variations DTSTART:20260924T031500Z DTEND:20260924T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T065335Z UID:event_316412886@meetup.com CATEGORIES:dance,education,family DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma Ballroom Dancing Meetup\nDive into the world of Wes t Coast Swing\, a versatile and contemporary modern style of swing dance c haracterized by its smooth and elastic movements. One of the easiest style s of dance to start with as well as one of the most useful ones to know! D ance to a range of music from blues to contemporary. Explore the conversat ion of dance in this style and help make any other style you learn easier to pick up!\nWe’re delighted to follow the special systems of our Master Coach Natasha Thayer and her friend undefeated world champion Benji Schwi mmer.\n\nNo partner necessary.\n**[Register ahead online](https://studio6b allroom.com/lessons/classes/)** following this link (helps us balance lead s & follows):\nhttps://studio6ballroom.com/lessons/classes/\n\n*\\*\\*Meet up RSVP's do not reflect the class registration as registration is on Mind body\, not Meetup.\\*\\**\n->YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED UNTIL YOU BOOK ON MIND BODY (link above).\n\nBegin or add to your knowledge & ability with Studio 6 Ballroom Master Coach\nRegister online following the link given for mor e class location details.\nTacoma\, WA\nQuestions? Text (253) 905-5301 LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T065335Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/ballroomdance-southsound/events/316412886/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Tacoma Ballroom Dancing Meetup END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR