Tacoma Weekend Radar
Aiming Higher 2022
Happy Fall!!!! We hope you didn’t miss us too much last week! If you’re like us then you know how sudden that shift from Summer to Fall can feel in the PNW. We also know that the cold is never gonna stop us from gathering in community! Continue reading for some warm indoor activities and of course a few activities to get civically engaged.
Friday
September 30th
Harvest Festival
Sept 30th - Oct 2nd
Location: Freighthouse Square 2501 E D St
Entry: Free All Ages
Harvest Festival is being put on by the local shop owners located in Freighthouse Square. They will be all set up this weekend with sweet treats, a harvest photo booth, a coloring station for the kids, and plenty of opportunity to do some Fall shopping! This event was sponsored by Vee’s Boutique, who is also located in Freighthouse Square.
Saturday
October 1st
Climate Change is Here: Challenges & Actions
Time : 10:00 AM
Location: Point Defiance Park 5400 N Pearl St
Entry: Free All Ages
This is a very special event because it is being put on by a collective of organizations, people, and policy shapers who are versed in the climate crisis and climate justice. This will be an opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about these issues, listen to a panel of various perspectives, and to tour the newly renovated Owens Beach.
Founders Opening x Evergreen State College Tacoma Campus
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Evergreen State College Tacoma Campus
Entry: Free All Ages
Dr. Maxine Mimms, founder of Evergreen - Tacoma, will be hosting a brunch and a faculty and alumni book signing. Authors Professor Peter Bacho, Dr. Joye Hardiman, and Monica Alexander will be offering book signing. Black literature, Black education, and Black conversation. A great opportunity to connect with others and hear some great stories.
Sunday
October 2nd
Tacoma Sunday Market
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Courthouse Square 1102 A St
Entry: Free All Ages
Now that Fall is officially here, Tacoma Sunday Market will be moving back indoors with their flea markets occurring the first Sunday of every month! If you’ve been before then you know this is the spot to find the good vintage finds, food trucks, and a day party! The day party, Holy Ghost, will be hosted by the one and only Divine Augustine! Featuring DJs Josiah French and Kween Kaysh!
