Winter/Spring 2014 Event Calendar

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1 Winter/Spring 2014 Event Calendar Tacoma Nature Center MetroParksTacoma.org

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6 Point Defiance Marina Boat Launch Polar Bear Plunge - January 1 January Did you know The first permanent boathouse at Point Defiance Park was built in 1903 by Edwin Ferris. Since then, the structures have changed, but the location has remained a focus of fishing and waterfront activities. PointDefianceMarina.com S M T W Th F S Be the first to know! Sign-up for updates about events, activities and meetings at MetroParksTacoma.org 1 Winter Wildland Polar Bear Plunge & First Mile New Year s Day Dance Zoolights 2 Zoolights 3 Zoolights 4 Zoolights 5 Zoolights

7 12 Second Sunday Concert Series Relax and Renew Point Defiance Marina Beach Clean Up Preschool Preview 19 Relax and Renew 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Caring Wedding Open House Special Exhibits Lavish: A Festive Victorian Holiday November 29-January 12 Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am-4:30 pm, Exhibit: Turning Drudgery into a Pastime December 7-April 6 Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-4 pm Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Details for each event can be found on the pages following April.

8 February Did you know The Tacoma Titans basketball team is part of Metro Parks Adaptive Recreation program, which offers unique competitive and recreational athletic opportunities for wounded war veterans and others with physical disabilities. MetroParksTacoma.org/Adaptive S M T W Th F S Register for Metro Parks classes, sports and adventures online! MetroParksTacoma.org/GO 1 Pier Peer Around Tacoma 2 Relax and Renew

9 9 Second Sunday Concert Series Story Hour with Bonnie Beaudoin Wine & Chocolate 15 Ocean Commotion Kids n Critters Northwest Presidents Cup Point Defiance Marina Beach Clean Up 16 Ocean Commotion Kids n Critters Northwest Presidents Cup Relax and Renew 17 Ocean Commotion Kids n Critters Chili Chase Pier Peer Around Tacoma Because Parks Matter Special Exhibits Exhibit: Turning Drudgery into a Pastime December 7-April 6 Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-4 pm Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Crave: An Early Glimpse of Spring February 11-March 24 Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am-4:30 pm, Details for each event can be found on the pages following April.

10 Titlow Mud Run - March 23 March Did you know Over 3,100 people participated in Metro Parks monthly fun runs in Each uniquely themed, chip-timed event is held in one of Tacoma s gorgeous parks! MetroParksTacoma.org/Races S M T W Th F S Looking for more to do? Metro Parks classes offer something for everyone. MetroParksTacoma.org/GO 1 Northwest Trek Career Day Point Defiance Rose Pruning Demo Pier Peer Around Tacoma 2 Relax and Renew Snake Lake Science Fair Winter Volksmarch

11 9 Second Sunday Concert Series Story Hour with Bonnie Beaudoin Go Green on St. Patrick s Day Pier Peer Around Tacoma Point Defiance Marina Beach Clean Up 16 Relax and Renew Hello, Spring! Garden Sale to Benefit Rose Gardens Summer Camp Fair 23 Titlow Mud Run Swan Creek Mountain Bike Trail Opening Spring Break Spotlights Special Exhibits Exhibit: Turning Drudgery into a Pastime December 7-April 6 Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-4 pm Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Crave: An Early Glimpse of Spring February 11-March 24 Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am-4:30 pm, Details for each event can be found on the pages following April.

12 Northwest Trek Wildlife Park April Did you know Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is home to moose, bison, bears and hundreds of other native Northwest animals? S M T W Th F S 1 2 Spring Break Spotlights Spring Break Spotlights Spring Break Spotlights 3 4 Spring Break Spotlights 5 April Fools Dash Spring on the Sun Migratory Madness 6 Migratory Madness Story Hour with Bonnie Beaudoin Earth Day Party Hilltop Artist Reception Spring Fling

13 13 Earth Day Party Second Sunday Concert Series April Pool s Day All Things Green Earth Day Event Sewing To Sowing Living History Day Tiger Cub Kali s First Birthday Party Point Defiance Marina Beach Clean Up Golf Sidewalk Sale and Equipment Demo Day Parks Appreciation Day Connect with us on Twitter and Facebook. Twitter.com/metparkstacoma Facebook.com/metroparkstacoma Special Exhibits Exhibit: Turning Drudgery into a Pastime December 7-April 6 Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-4 pm Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Exhibit: Dr. Tolmie, the Naturalist April 12-July 21 Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-4 pm through 4/30 Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-5 pm beginning 5/1 Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Hilltop Artist Glass Exhibit April 8-June 15 Tuesday-Sunday, 10 am-4:30 pm, Details for each event can be found on the pages following April.

14 January Zoolights January pm Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Bundle up and stroll the Zoo as it comes aglow with more than a half-million lights. $4.25-$8.75, free for children 2 & under pdza.org; Winter Wildland January 1 9:30 am-3 pm Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Trek Dr. E., Eatonville See animals throughout the wildlife park receive wintrythemed enrichment treats. Enjoy holiday activities and loads of winter fun. Free with paid admission/membership. nwtrek.org; (360) New Year s Day Dance January 1 1-3:30 pm STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St. Swing into the new year with good music, dancing and party favors. $8-$12 STARCenterTacoma.org; Polar Bear Plunge & First Mile January 1 First Mile: 11 am Cub Plunge: 11:30 am Adult/Family Plunge: 12 pm Point Defiance Marina Boat Launch, 5912 N. Waterfront Dr. Begin the New Year by braving the frigid waters of the Puget Sound. Come early to participate in the free First Mile fun run. Free PointDefianceMarina.com Wedding Open House January am-4 pm Point Defiance Pagoda Titlow Lodge th Ave Tour these beautifully restored facilities and secure your wedding date. Meet with specialty wedding vendors including florists, caterers, photographers and bakeries. Free MetroParksTacoma.org; February Wine & Chocolate February 14 5:30-7 pm Stroll through a romantically lit Conservatory, sip on wine or champagne, nibble on decadent truffles and chocolate covered strawberries. $20 Ocean Commotion February Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Join us for an adventure through the ocean. Touch a stingray, dress up like a sea star, pledge to save sharks, and more. Free with paid admission/ membership. pdza.org; Kids n Critters February Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Trek Dr. E., Eatonville Enjoy crafts, activities and trailside encounters with Northwest Trek s smaller animals. Up to four children ages 3-12 receive free admission with each paying adult. nwtrek.org; (360) Because Parks Matter February 26 11:30 am-1 pm STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St. An annual luncheon for the Greater Metro Parks Foundation to support the development of parks in Tacoma. MetroParksFoundation.org March Northwest Trek Career Day March 1 Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Trek Dr. E., Eatonville High school and college students will learn about exciting careers working around animals through professional talks and demonstrations. nwtrek.org; (360) Point Defiance Rose Pruning Demo March 1 9 am-12 pm Point Defiance Park Rose Garden, Consulting rosarians from the Tacoma Rose Society and Metro Parks staff will demonstrate rose-pruning techniques and share information on how to care for roses. Free MetroParksTacoma.org; Snake Lake Science Fair March 8 1:30-2:30 pm Tacoma Nature Center 1919 S. Tyler Students ages 6-18 from public, private and home schools create their own science projects and participate in this exciting community event. No charge for project viewing, $10 for science fair project entry. TacomaNatureCenter.org; Hello, Spring! March 20 5:30-7 pm Step into the first day of Spring with an inspired cocktail and the beauty of the Conservatory. $15 Garden Sale to Benefit Rose Gardens March 22 9 am-3 pm Point Defiance Pagoda Hosted by the Tacoma Rose Society, the sale will feature roses along with other plants and an eclectic mix of garden treasures. Free MetroParksTacoma.org; Summer Camp Fair March am-1 pm STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St Get information about and sign up for summer camps in the south sound! Featuring more than 25 camp providers and an interactive room with kidfriendly activities. Free STARCenterTacoma.org; Titlow Mud Run March pm Titlow Park, th Ave. Bring the family out for a muddy chip-timed 2-mile trail run! The course is designed for dirttromping, fire-leaping, mud-loving children and adults as well as fastidious folks who plan to puddle-jump and keep their feet dry. $25-$35 MetroParksTacoma.org; Swan Creek Mountain Bike Trail Opening March 29 April April Fools Dash April 5 10 am Center at Norpoint 4818 Nassau Ave N.E. It s no joke, the April Fools Dash is guaranteed to be three miles of surprises and silliness. Held in conjunction with Spring on the Sun. $10-$20 MetroParksTacoma.org/Races Spring on the Sun April 5 11 am-1 pm Center at Norpoint 4818 Nassau Ave N.E. Bounce houses, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities and more! Held in conjunction with the April Fools Dash. Free CenterAtNorpoint.org; Migratory Madness April 5-6 Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Trek Dr. E., Eatonville Join our annual celebration of beautiful birds, highlighting migrating species. nwtrek.org; (360) Earth Day Party April Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Celebrate our party for the planet, join in activities for all ages, and see the animals receive special enrichment treats and toys. Free with paid admission/ membership. pdza.org; Hilltop Artist Reception April am-1 pm April Pool s Day April 19 1:30-4:30 pm Eastside Pool, 3424 East L St. Center at Norpoint Pool 4818 Nassau Ave. N.E. Learn basic water safety and try on a lifejacket. Open swim is free for participants of water safety program. MetroParksTacoma.org All Things Green Earth Day Event April pm Tacoma Nature Center 1919 S. Tyler Fun family Earth Day activities that teach about the earth and how we can all keep it healthy. Free TacomaNatureCenter.org; Sewing To Sowing Living History Day April am-4 pm Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Experience springtime in the 1850s. All fort buildings will be open and re-enactors in 1850s attire will share their knowledge and skills. Admission charged FortNisqually.org Tiger Cub Kali s First Birthday Party April 19 12:30 pm Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Wish Kali a happy birthday as she enjoys special birthday treats. Free with paid admission/ membership. pdza.org Golf Sidewalk Sale and Equipment Demo Day April am-4 pm Meadow Park Golf Course 7108 Lakewood Dr. W. Grab your clubs and help us kick off the golf season with equipment demos, golf tune-up lessons, sidewalk sale and more! MeadowParkGolf.com; Parks Appreciation Day April 26 9 am-12 pm Join us in parks throughout Pierce County as we give back to the earth. We ll trim limbs, groom grounds and plant flowers and trees during one of the largest attended environmental volunteer days in the south sound. Free ParksAppreciationDay.net Sewing To Sowing Living History Day

15 Preschool Preview January 18 9 am-12 pm STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St. Visit with providers from all over the south sound to get information and sign up for preschool. Free STARCenterTacoma.org; Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Caring January 20 9 am-12 pm Point Defiance Park Come help us spruce up Point Defiance Park alongside other volunteers. Free ChipInForParks.com; Special Exhibits Exhibit: Turning Drudgery into a Pastime December 7-April 6 Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Discover how changing sewing technologies made life easier for women. Free with Fort admission FortNisqually.org; Northwest Presidents Cup February Boys & Girls Club Topping Hope Center, 3875 S. 66th St. Watch the exciting sport of wheelchair basketball and cheer on the Tacoma Titans. NWBA and community teams are invited and encouraged to participate. Spectators free, Teams $250 MetroParksTacoma.org; Chili Chase February 22 9 am STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St. Enjoy a chip-timed 5K run or 1-mile kid s dash. Afterwards come inside to feast on tasty chili. $25-$35 STARCenterTacoma.org; Exhibit: Dr. Tolmie, the Naturalist April 12-July 21 Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, This exhibit chronicles Tolmie s efforts to document the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest and his skillful management of the farms and flocks of the Hudson s Bay Company. Free with Fort admission. FortNisqually.org; For more event information, visit MetroParksTacoma.org/Events Winter Volksmarch March 8 Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Trek Dr. E., Eatonville Explore more than five miles of hiking trails in our beautiful park and enjoy a half-priced tram tour. nwtrek.org; (360) Go Green on St. Patrick s Day March 15 Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Celebrate St. Patrick s Day with special green enrichment treats and toys for animals throughout the Zoo. Free with paid admission/ membership. pdza.org; Lavish: A Festive Victorian Holiday November 29-January 12 Immerse yourself in the rich aromatic scents of flowers that welcome you home for the holidays. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free. 10 am-4 pm Swan Creek Park Roosevelt & E. 42nd St. Metro Parks Tacoma and the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance will host local bike shops, clubs and vendors for a day filled with fun events including bicycle test drives and a family friendly poker run. Free ChipInForParks.com; Spring Break Spotlights March 31-April 4 Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Salute the Zoo s conservation animal superstars, from sharks and wild cats to red wolves and polar bears. Free with paid admission/ membership. pdza.org; Crave: An Early Glimpse of Spring February 11-March 24 Are you craving spring? Visit the Conservatory for a breath of fresh air and a glimpse of spring. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free. Meet the Hilltop Artists as they premiere their glass exhibit Symbiosis: a Mutually Beneficial Relationship. Light refreshments and door prizes. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free. Spring Fling April am-12 pm Portland Ave. Community Center, 3513 Portland Ave. Bring the whole family to enjoy arts & crafts, petting zoo, entertainment, food, familyfriendly activities and more! Free MetroParksTacoma.org Hilltop Artist Glass Exhibit April 8-June 15 Visit the Conservatory and enjoy the Hilltop Artists beautiful glass exhibit set among the permanent collection of exotic plants and flowers. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free. Relax and Renew January 12, 19 February 2, 16 March 2, 16 5:30-6:30 pm Join us for an hour of guided meditation and gentle movement. No experience necessary, accessible to all. $10 suggested donation Pier Peer Around Tacoma February 1, 22 March 1, 15 Go on an aquatic night-time family adventure! Explore the mysterious life forms found below the docks. Pre-registration required. $8. TacomaNatureCenter.org Second Sunday Concert Series January 12, February 9 March 9, April :30 pm Enjoy live acoustic music among lush tropical floral displays. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free. January 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15, 22 April 12, 19, 26 Explore local parks during these naturalist-led family walks. Times and locations vary. Free TacomaNatureCenter.org Ongoing Events Point Defiance Marina Beach Clean Up January 18, February 15 March15, April 19 9 am-12 pm Point Defiance Marina 5912 N. Waterfront Dr. Get hooked on helping at these clean up events held every 3rd Saturday at the Point Defiance Marina. Free PointDefianceMarina.com February 1-April 26 Every Saturday 11 am 2 pm The WSU Master Gardeners are at the Conservatory ready to answer your plant related questions. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free. Story Hour with Bonnie Beaudoin February 12, March 12, April 9 11 am-12 pm Join Bonnie Beaudoin in the tropical atmosphere of the Conservatory for monthly storytelling along with a short hands-on science and art project. $3, Ages 11 and younger are free.

16 MetroParksTacoma.org Board of Park Commissioners Larry Dahl Erik Hanberg Aaron Pointer Tim Reid Andrea Smith Executive Director Jack C. Wilson General Information (253) TTY (253) Metro Parks Headquarters 4702 S. 19th St Mon-Fri 7:30 am-5:30 pm Adaptive Recreation...(253) Aquatics...(253) Athletics...(253) Customer Service...(253) Facility & Picnic Rentals...(253) Inclusion Requests & Assistance...(253) Parks & Building Services...(253) Specialized Recreation...(253) Attractions & Facilities Center at Norpoint... (253) Fort Nisqually... (253) Meadow Park Golf Course... (253) Northwest Trek Wildlife Park... (360) Point Defiance Marina Complex... (253) Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium... (253) STAR Center... (253) Tacoma Nature Center... (253) W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory... (253) Metro Parks Tacoma strives to create an atmosphere of accessibility to our diverse community. If you have comments and suggestions to help us meet your expectations, please call Roxanne Miles: (253) or