Weekend full of summertime events

The weekend of June 27 – 28 has many summertime events taking place. Here are links to just a few… The Buckley Log Show Yelm Prairie Days Tacoma Highland Games in Graham Taste of Tacoma AUSA Zombie Epidemic 5K Slug Fest at NW Trek Tour de Pierce

Tacoma Highland Games: June 26 & 27, 2015

Celtic Concert Friday, June 26, 2015 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM Frontier Park 217th & Meridian/Highway 161 Graham, Washington Admission: $5.00/car parking fee OR $2.00/person walk in Performances by various artists include: Red McWilliams, Whispering Roses and Otter Creek, Tacoma Scots Pipe Band will perform in between sets.Games Saturday, June 27, 2015 8:00 AM –…

PLU Berry Festivals begin today – June 10

Every year Pacific Lutheran University celebrates the summer with their Berry Festivals. On June 10, it is the strawberry that is featured. Music and atmosphere is provided along with the berries, ice cream and a dollop of whipped cream. The event is held starting at 11:30 a.m. From PLU – “The Annual Berry Festivals at PLU are…

Summit UMC Garage Sale June 6

There will be a garage Sale Saturday, June 6, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Summit United Methodist Church, 5316 104th St E, Tacoma, WA. This is the corner of Canyon Road and  104th Street. Come find your Treasure! There will be household items, hobby & seasonal items, clothing, furniture, and more. The…

Viking descendants invade PLU – Norwegian Heritage Festival

PARKLAND, WA — On Saturday, the 25th of April, the University Center at Pacific Lutheran University was filled with Norwegian bakery, Rosemaling, sweaters, woodcarvings and other assorted things Scandinavian. Music from accordions and a Norwegian men’s choir filled the air. Artists were making intricate weavings and painting bowls, plates and spoons. Here’s a few photos of the…

39th annual Norwegian Heritage Festival – April 25th

Ja, sure, you betcha! On Saturday April 25 from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the University Center at PLU, the Scandinavians are taking over with booths, costumes, music and delightful cuisine. Sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Center of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, this event is sure to delight. Welcome to the 39th annual Norwegian…

39th annual Norwegian Heritage Festival – April 25th

Ja, sure, you betcha! On Saturday April 25 from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the University Center at PLU, the Scandinavians are taking over with booths, costumes, music and delightful cuisine. Sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Center of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, this event is sure to delight. Welcome to the 39th annual Norwegian…

The Grand Floral Parade – Daffodil Festival April 11 2015

One of the best times to see the parade is before it starts. Each participant, the floats are ready and each participant is easer to get started. The anticipation is high and so is the energy. Add in drummers warming up with their rhythmic passion and it is ecstatic. Here is a collection of photos…

Daffodil Parade Saturday April 11

From the Daffodil Festival web page: 82nd Annual Daffodil Parade Saturday, April 11, 2015 Parade Start Times: Tacoma – 10:15 AM Puyallup – 12:45 PM Sumner – 2:30 PM Orting – 5:00 PM The Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade is an annual celebration of the community, history, traditions, and growth, of its home of Pierce…

Eggstravaganza – April 4, Sound Life Church

Saturday, April 4 is the annual Easter Eggstravaganza at Sound Life Church on 176th St. and 36th Ave. E. Set up for vendors starts early. The festivities are from 9 a.m. to noon. In past years there have been pony rides, photos with the Easter Bunny, fire trucks and lots of local vendors. Come out…