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X-WR-CALNAME:Tacoma · community · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Welcoming Week DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260807T180014Z UID:2629-1788998400-1789862399@www.tacomacommunityhouse.org CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T180014Z URL:https://www.tacomacommunityhouse.org/event/welcoming-week-3/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Tacoma Community House X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tacomacommunityhouse.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260928T065900Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120542Z UID:10084363-1789714800-1790553540@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120542Z LOCATION:Tacoma Nature Center\, 1919 S Tyler St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98405\, Un ited States URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/fall-nativeplantsale/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TNC Stewardship Work Party DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120542Z UID:10013311-1789722000-1789732800@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:TNC Stewardship Work Party\n1st and 3rd Fridays of the month\; 9 am-12 pm at Tacoma Nature Center\nFree! No pre-registration necessary\n \nHelp us care for the park by participating in a work party held on the 1 st and 3rd Fridays of the month from 9 am-12 pm. Stewardship volunteers he lp maintain the trails and grounds at the Tacoma Nature Center. Tasks incl ude trimming vegetation\, planting\, removing non-native species and maint aining planting beds and gardens. Picking up litter and other miscellaneou s tasks also may be part of the job. \n\nNo experience is necessary but pl ease come dressed for the weather and getting dirty\nAll ages are welcome but children need to be supervised at all times by an adult\nWork parties will occur rain or shine LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120542Z LOCATION:Tacoma Nature Center\, 1919 S Tyler St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98405\, Un ited States URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/tnc-stewardship-work-party/2026-09-1 8/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beyond the Bin: Third Fridays DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T003508Z UID:10010393-1789722000-1789747200@tacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Free Community Donation Events\nLooking to clear out clutter w ithout filling up the landfill? Bring your usable items to a weekly Beyon d the Bin Community Donation Event at the Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Cent er and donate them to local nonprofit partners who will reuse\, repurpose \, and redistribute them back into the community. It’s a simple way  to reduce waste\, support neighbors\, and keep valuable materials in use. \nThird Fridays with Northwest Center\nThe third Friday of each month\, Ap ril – September\, we’re partnering with Northwest Center. View a full list of Northwest Center’s accepted items. \nItems are accepted on a fir st-come\, first-served basis. Events will end once collection trucks are f ull. We reserve the right to decline items for any reason\, including con dition\, size\, demand\, market value\, or seasonality. Oversized\, haza rdous\, damaged\, or non-accepted items will not be accepted. Participant s are responsible for safe disposal of declined items.  \nPlease note:  the items we accept are subject to change\, depending on which organi zation we’re partnering with for each event. Please review our event c alendar and our partner’s accepted items list before attending Beyond t he Bin events. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T003508Z LOCATION:Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center\, 3510 S. Mullen Street\, Tacom a\, WA\, 98409\, United States URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/beyond-the-bin-third-fridays/2026-09-18/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:City of Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/tacoma-venues-and-e vents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play to Learn | Fern Hill Library DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T181205Z UID:10009596-1789725600-1789731000@greentrike.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Play to Learn is a free program for parents\, grandparents\, n eighbors\, family\, and friends who nurture children ages six and under\, with thematic curriculum that invites individual play\, fun group activiti es\, songs\, and a whole group circle time for children and adults to enjo y together! \nPre-registration is no longer required. Check-in upon arriva l. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T181205Z LOCATION:Fern Hill Library\, 765 84th St S\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98444\, United States URL:https://greentrike.org/event/play-to-learn-fern-hill-library-5-2/2026- 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:Third Friday Potluck DTSTART:20260918T184500Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001517Z UID:10517@tahomauu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us downstairs in the social hall for lunch and an informa tive presentation from a wide variety of knowledgeable speakers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001517Z URL:https://www.tahomauu.com/events/third-friday-potluck-7-2026-02-20-2026 -03-20-2026-04-17-2026-05-15-2026-06-19-2026-07-17-2026-08-21-2026-09-18/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tahomauu.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rove Vendor Day at Dank’s Edmonds – September 18 DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T003426Z UID:1417988-1789743600-1789754400@dankswarehouse.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Rove Vendor Day at Dank’s Edmonds – September 18\nLooking for a chance to learn more about Rove and the products behind the brand? J oin us for the Rove Vendor Day at Dank’s Edmonds on Friday\, September 1 8\, 2026\, from 3 PM to 6 PM. Rove representatives will be visiting our Ed monds location to connect with adult customers\, answer questions\, and sh are more about the brand and its cannabis products available in Washington . \nWhether you already know Rove or have noticed the brand while browsing our menu\, this in-store vendor day gives you an opportunity to learn mor e directly from the people who know the products. \nAt Dank’s Warehouse\ , our vendor days are all about connecting our 21+ customers with the Wash ington cannabis brands available on our shelves. Stop by\, meet the Rove t eam\, explore the current menu\, and discover what’s available at Dank ’s Edmonds. \nMeet Rove at Dank’s Edmonds\nRove has become a recogniza ble cannabis brand with a focus on vape products and cannabis technology. The brand offers multiple product formats and varieties designed for the r egulated adult-use cannabis market. \nDuring the Rove Vendor Day at Dank ’s Edmonds\, customers can speak directly with a Rove representative and learn more about the products currently available in Washington. It’s a n opportunity to ask questions about product formats\, hardware\, strains\ , flavors\, and other general product information before deciding what may fit your preferences. \nDiscover Rove Cannabis Products\nIf you’re inte rested in Rove\, take some time to browse the current Dank’s Edmonds men u before the event. Product selection and inventory can change\, so checki ng the menu is the best way to see what is currently available at our Edmo nds dispensary. \nOur Dank’s budtenders will also be available to answer questions and help you navigate the store’s current selection. \nWant t o save time when you arrive? Customers can browse the online menu and plac e an order for convenient in-store pickup. Online ordering makes it easy t o explore current inventory before heading to the store. \nWhy Attend a Ca nnabis Vendor Day?\nA vendor day gives customers an opportunity to go beyo nd the packaging and learn more about the company behind a cannabis produc t. \nThe Rove Vendor Day at Dank’s Edmonds is designed to be informative \, approachable\, and easy to attend. You can stop by during the three-hou r event\, meet a representative\, ask questions\, and then explore the pro ducts currently available from Rove and other Washington cannabis brands. \nVendor events can be particularly helpful if you’re exploring a produc t category you haven’t purchased before. Instead of trying to navigate e very option on your own\, you can gather general product information from the visiting brand and speak with our Dank’s team about the products ava ilable in-store. \nYour Local Edmonds Cannabis Store\nDank’s Warehouse E dmonds proudly serves adult cannabis customers throughout Edmonds and the surrounding Snohomish County community. Our goal is to create an approacha ble shopping experience with a wide variety of products from licensed cann abis producers and processors. \nVendor days are one of the ways we help c ustomers learn more about the brands they see on our shelves. Throughout t he year\, we welcome representatives from cannabis companies to our Edmond s location so customers can ask questions and learn more about the regulat ed Washington cannabis market. \nVisit Rove at Dank’s Edmonds on Septemb er 18\nMark your calendar for Friday\, September 18\, and stop by Dank’s Warehouse Edmonds for an afternoon with Rove. The Rove team will be avail able from 3 PM until 6 PM. \nThe event is open to adults age 21 and older with valid government-issued identification. Cannabis products are availab le for purchase only through Dank’s Warehouse. Product availability and inventory may vary. \n\nEvent Details\nEvent: Rove Vendor Day at Dank’s Edmonds\nLocation: Dank’s Warehouse Edmonds\nDate: Friday\, September 18 \, 2026\nTime: 3:00 PM–6:00 PM LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003426Z URL:https://dankswarehouse.com/event/rove-vendor-day-at-danks-edmonds-2/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Dank's Warehouse X-SOURCE-URL:https://dankswarehouse.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Private Meeting - Social Hall DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T001517Z UID:10576@tahomauu.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001517Z URL:https://www.tahomauu.com/events/private-meeting-social-hall-2026-03-20 -2026-03-27-2026-04-03-2026-04-10-2026-04-17-2026-04-24-2026-05-01-2026-05 -08-2026-05-15-2026-05-22-2026-05-29-2026-06-05-2026-06-12-2026-06-19-2026 -11-2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma -wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.tahomauu.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oak Tree Park Work Party DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120542Z UID:10010511-1789808400-1789819200@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Every 3rd Saturday of the month | 9 am – 12 pm at Oak Tree P ark\nRegister online via MyImpact\n\nJoin Park Steward Albert to help beau tify and maintain the restoration site at Oak Tree Park\, remove invasive plants and keep the park clean. \n\nAll ages and abilities welcome\, no ex perience necessary.\nTools and training will be provided. Gloves are requi red.\nDress for the weather. Work party will take place rain or shine.\nRe strooms not available at the park.\n\nFor questions\, please reach out to Community and Special Projects Coordinator\, Kevin Johnson\, at kevin.john son@tacomaparks.com. \nWhat to Bring \nBring a water bottle\, snack and ga rdening gloves if you have them (we’ll have spares). \nWhere to Meet \nP lease meet at the park entrance on Pine street S (Get directions). \nWhere to Park \nStreet parking is available on Pine street S. \nYouth Participa nt Waiver \nIf you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent o r guardian\, please come to the event with our Youth Participant Waiver si gned by a parent or guardian. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120542Z URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/oak-tree-park-work-party/2026-09-19/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grit City Litter Cleanup DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120542Z UID:10062919-1789808400-1789819200@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120542Z URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/litter-cleanup-marina-6/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:McKinley Park Work Party DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120542Z UID:10010377-1789808400-1789819200@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:3rd Saturday of the month | 9 am – 12 pm at McKinley Park\nR egister online via MyImpact\n\nHelp Habitat Steward Danny keep McKinley Pa rk’s habitat healthy by clearing invasive weeds. After the work party\, take a stroll through the trails to check out the waterfall and reflection pond – a real gem in the Eastside of Tacoma. \n\nAll ages and abilities welcome\, no experience necessary.\nTools and training will be provided. Gloves are required.\nDress for the weather. Work party will take place ra in or shine.\nRestrooms not available at the park.\n\nFor questions\, plea se reach out to Community and Special Projects Coordinator\, Kevin Johnson \, at kevin.johnson@tacomaparks.com. \nWhat to Bring \nBring a water bottl e\, snack and gardening gloves if you have them (we’ll have spares). \nW here to Meet \nPlease meet near the park entrance on Upper Park St (Get d irections). \nWhere to Park \nStreet parking is available on East I St. \n Youth Participant Waiver \nIf you are under 18 and attending the event wit hout a parent or guardian\, please come to the event with our Youth Partic ipant Waiver signed by a parent or guardian. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120542Z URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/mckinley-park-work-party-2/2026-09-1 9/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dickman Mill Work Party DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T120542Z UID:10112408-1789808400-1789819200@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T120542Z URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/dickman-mill-work-party-2/2026-09-19 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trafton Slope Volunteer Work Party DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T063316Z UID:10009355-1789808400-1789819200@tacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Tacoma and Pierce Conservation District in ca ring for Trafton Slope. This natural area is tucked away in South Tacoma\, consisting of both the more familiar Pacific Northwest forest ecosystem a nd also some Garry-oak prairie. Activities include caring for existing pla nts\, removing weeds\, and mulching. This work supports water quality\, ou r local wildlife\, pollinators\, and the neighboring community. \nAll are welcome\, no experience necessary! Instruction\, gloves\, tools\, and snac ks provided. \nFor exact meet up location and to sign up\, please RSVP he re. \nYouth Policy: All minors will need to have a parent/legal guardian s ign and bring a waiver to participate. Youth 15 and under need to be accom panied by a parent or legal guardian. \nFor your safety and comfort please bring: \n\nClothing that can get dirty\nLong pants and sleeves\nSturdy sh oes (closed toed shoes required\, no sandals or flats)\nRain gear and warm layers (the event will happen rain or shine)\nFull water bottle! LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T063316Z LOCATION:Trafton Slope\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409 URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/trafton-slope-volunteer-work-party-14/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:City of Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/tacoma-venues-and-e vents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women in Fire Service - Information Session DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T063316Z UID:10011830-1789808400-1789830000@tacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma Fire Department is hosting two Women in Fire Servic e events for women who are considering a career in the fire service. The e vent will give you the opportunity to use basic firefighting tools\, and y ou will learn from TFD’s women firefighters. This is your chance to meet other women in the fire service and ask questions specific to women in th e profession. \n  \nWe have two available sessions: September 19 and Octo ber 10. \n  \nWhat to Expect \n\nHear from women leaders with TFD and the City of Tacoma\nDiscuss a career in the fire service\nLearn about career advancement within the department and beyond\nHear first-hand accounts of what it’s like to be a woman in the fire service\nUnderstand our hiring process\, salaries\, and benefits\nAsk questions you might otherwise be he sitant to ask\n\nAttendees will have an opportunity for hands-on activitie s like pulling hoses\, EMS skills\, and handling equipment. \nSpace is lim ited\, so sign up today! LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T063316Z URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/women-in-fire-service-information-session/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:City of Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/tacoma-venues-and-e vents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:City-Wide Cleanup Event DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T063316Z UID:10011825-1789812000-1789819200@tacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join Tidy-Up Tacoma\, Litter Free 253 and Oscar’s Enemies fo r a Citywide Cleanup Event! \nChoose from cleanup locations across Tacoma and help keep our neighborhoods clean and welcoming. Each site will be sta ffed\, and bags\, gloves and litter-picking equipment will be provided. No experience is needed\, and volunteers of all ages and abilities are welco me. \nPlease sign up in advance to help us prepare enough supplies for eac h location. \n📅 Saturday\, September 19⏰ 10 a.m.–noon📍 Multiple locations across Tacoma🔗 Sign up and view cleanup locations: rebrand.ly /CleanupDay \nThis event is part of the City of Tacoma’s ongoing Tidy-Up Tacoma initiative in partnership with community-led cleanup groups. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T063316Z URL:https://tacoma.gov/event/city-wide-cleanup-event/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:City of Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/tacoma-venues-and-e vents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dinner Church DTSTART:20260919T234500Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T211046Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53358028190177 CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:A monthly gathering for worship around a (free!) meal in the N ess Family Chapel - September 19th\, October 17th\, November 21st. Begin g athering at 4:45pm. Worship begins at 5pm. Dinner Church is a table-center ed expression of church that reclaims one of the most ancient and most hum an practices - sharing a meal. Rooted in the life of Jesus and the early c hurch\, Dinner church invites strangers to become friends\, stories to be shared\, and communities to be transformed. \n\nMeal will be vegetarian wi th gluten free options. RSVP helpful but not required - September 19\, Oct ober 17\, November 21. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T211046Z LOCATION:Ness Family Chapel – Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Perfor ming Arts\, Chapel URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/dinner-church?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_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:Weekends at The Penalty Box Sports Bar in Lakewood\, WA DTSTART:20260920T020000Z DTEND:20260920T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000242Z UID:10001641-1789844400-1789855200@www.southsoundtalk.com CATEGORIES:community,drink,food DESCRIPTION:This and EVERY weekend\, come join us for our events! \nThe Pe nalty Box is THE place to be for socializing\, live music\, pool and dart tournaments and so much more! We have an excellent selection of Food and B everage options\, with EVERY day specials\, be sure to follow our pages on social media. \nWeekly Events Include: \n\nSmokin’ Saturdays\, w/ Fresh off our In-House smoker made dinner specials starting at 5pm.\nBlind Draw Scotch Doubles Pool Tournaments at 6:30 pm weekly on Saturdays\nSpeed Poo l Tournaments at 7:00 pm every Saturday\nFREE Texas Hold’em Poker tourna ments Mondays and Thursdays at 7:00 pm\, also on Sundays at 1:00 pm\nDaily pool leagues\nThe Friday Faceoff Series featuring local talent in a head to head matchup most Fridays at 6:00 pm\nOnce a month\, or more Concert Se ries at 9:00 pm on Fridays\nWe have 8 pool tables\, 3 dart boards\, more T V’s than you can count\, and show ALL sporting events!\nOpen to all ages until 9pm daily\nEvent Space is Available for your next Party\, Graduatio ns\, or get together!\n\nCheck Out The Penalty Box on social media\, or co me on by\, we’re located at 2510 84th St S in Lakewood\, WA 98499. Call (253) 302-4928. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000242Z LOCATION:The Penalty Box\, 2510 S 84th St\, Lakewood\, WA\, 98499\, United States URL:https://www.southsoundtalk.com/tacoma-pierce-county-event/weekends-at- the-penalty-box-sports-bar-in-lakewood-wa/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&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:Point Defiance Animal Loop Road Work Party DTSTART:20260920T163000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T120548Z UID:10112556-1789896600-1789905600@www.parkstacoma.gov CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Third Sunday of the Month | 9:30 am-12 pm\nMeet on the trail a cross from the back of the Zoo Maintenance buildings on North Animal Loop Rd. (view map)\nRegister online via MyImpact\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin local bot anist Romey Haberle to take back the trailside from nonnative blackberries and set the native berries free. We are working to restore the tree canop y in this favorite birding spot and entrance trail to our beautiful forest . A seasonal small wetland makes this a unique location\, with many differ ent kinds of plants not seen in most of the park. \n\nAcross the seasons\, we’ll take a short stroll to practice plant names and see what natural wonders are unfolding in this special spot.\nThis opportunity is best for ages 12+ because we will mostly be working with blackberries and those bit e back!\n\nWhat You’ll Do \n\nRemove unwanted weeds\nCare for newly plan ted native plants\nLearn about local ecology and restoration practices\nHa ve fun working with fellow nature lovers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring \nWe ar sturdy shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and bring a water bottle. Tools\, gloves\, and training provided. \nWhere to Meet \nMeet on the tra ilhead across from the zoo parking lot on on North Animal Loop Rd. (view m ap) \nWhere to Park \nParking is available in zoo parking lot D\, directly across from the trailhead. \nYouth Participant Waiver \nIf you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian\, please come to t he event with our Youth Participant Waiver signed by a parent or guardia n. LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T120548Z LOCATION:North Animal Loop Rd. Trailhead\, Five Mile Dr\, Tacoma\, WA 9840 7\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98407\, United States URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/point-defiance-work-party-6-4/2026-0 9-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Parks Tacoma X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/category/fe stivals END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Garden Volunteer Party DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T063721Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53997123461042 CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Get your hands dirty\, meet fellow Lutes & Parkland Community Members\, and help grow fewsh produce for our campus and local community.\ n\n \n\nWe encourage volunteers to bring rain gear\, a water bottle\, and to wear closed toe shoes.\n\nAll PLU student\, faculty\, staff and Parklan d community members are invited to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T063721Z LOCATION:PLU Community Garden URL:https://calendar.plu.edu/event/garden-volunteer-party?utm_source=caldi scovery&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:Pierce County Homeless Memorial DTSTART:20260921T010000Z DTEND:20260921T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T001325Z UID:27667-1789927200-1789930800@associatedministries.org CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001325Z LOCATION:Shiloh Baptist Church\, 1211 South "I" Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 984 05\, United States URL:https://associatedministries.org/event/pierce-county-homeless-memorial /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=tacoma-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Associated Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://associatedministries.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR