Events and activities are updated or changed regularly at seniorscene.org and in print editions of Senior
Scene as a free service. Submit new or revised items at seniorscene@lcsnw.org, 253-722-5687, or Senior Media Services, 3848 S. Junett, Tacoma, WA 98409. Listings are primarily for non-profit groups.
ART
Seattle Art Museum: 1300 First Ave., Seattle. Information: seattleartmuseum.org, 206-654-3100.
Tacoma Art Museum: 1123 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. Free admission on third Thursday of each month, 5-8 p.m. Information: tacomaartmuseum.org, 253-272-4258.
BOOKS / AUTHORS/ WRITING
Point Defiance-Ruston Senior Center Book Club: Third Thursday of each month, 1 p.m. Information: 253-756-0601.
Writers Helping Writers: Meetings for anyone who has written a book or wants to. Every Saturday, 9 a.m. at Barnes and Nobles Coffee Shop in Lakewood Towne Center. Information: Don Sellers at: 253-382-9156 or Justdon3@aol.com.
Library book clubs: Find clubs at Pierce County and King County library branches at pcls.org and kcls.org.
Third Tuesday Book Group: Discussion group meets on third Tuesday of each month at 6:15 p.m., Buckley branch of Pierce County Library System, 123 S. River Ave., Buckley.
Beacon Book Club: 415 S. 13th Street, Tacoma; 12:30 p.m. Information 253) 591-5084.
CIVIC ACTIVISM
Tacoma-Pierce County League of Women Voters: Unit meetings September through May. Schedule: Tacoma unit on second Thursday of month, 1-3 p.m. at North Tacoma Police Sub-station, 5140 N. 26th St.; East Pierce unit on second Saturday of month, 10 a.m.-12 at Puyallup Public Library, 324 S. Meridian; Merrill Gardens unit on third Thursday of month, 1-3 p.m. at Merrill Gardens senior community, 7290 Rosemount Circle, Tacoma; Gig Harbor-Key Peninsula unit on third Saturday of month, 10:30 a.m.-12 at Heron’s Key retirement community, 4340 Borgen Blvd., Gig Harbor.
CLASSES / SEMINARS / CONFERENCES / SPEAKERS / EXPOS
In Home Dental Care and Home Modifications: July 17, 9 a.m. at Point Defiance-Ruston Senior center. National Aging In Place Council on in-home dental care and home modifications. Information: 253-756-0601.
Advanced Aging and Care Planning: Free series of six classes, starting June 18 and continuing on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at East Pierce Fire and Rescue stations. Organized by Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources. Information: at eastpiercefire.org, 253-863-1848.
Fiduciary Responsibilities: July 23, 11 a.m. at Point Defiance-Ruston Senior center. Attorney’s presentation on what to do if you are the agent, personal representative, or decisionmaker. Information: 253-756-0601.
Meditation and Buddhist philosophy: Free workshops on the second Thursday of each month through June. Hosted by Tacoma Older LGBT. Open to all within the LGBT+ community. Registration and information: patricia@tacomaolderlgbt.org
Virtual dementia education and caregiver support: Community education webinars are available from the Alzheimer’s Association at alzwa.org/education to learn more and register. The sessions are live and include time for questions. Information: April Scott at 206-529-3875 or Christin Peter at 206-2012002.
Pierce County Library System: Virtual online services and classes for all ages, including book discussions and English classes. Information: piercecountylibrary.org/events
King County Library System: Virtual classes and discussions on subjects such as art and small-business management. Information: kcls.org
Tacoma Public Library: Virtual presentations on various topics. Information: tacomalibrary.org
Computer classes: Hands-on instruction in regularly scheduled classes and a drop-in program at Federal Way Senior Center. Information: 253-838-3604, srctr.tutors@gmail.com and 253-927-6974.
Job and Business Center: Free help developing technology skills, improving job marketability, and starting or growing a small business. Services include certifications in more than 30 programs, including expert-level certifications in Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Technology Associate, Adobe, and QuickBooks, templates and guidance for crafting resumes, and writing business plans. Information: jbc.pcls.us.
Senior University: Monthly courses and presentations at Franke Tobey Jones senior community in Tacoma. Information: jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or at 253-756-6219.
DAY TRIPS
Pierce County Parks and Recreation: Trips and tours. Information and registration: piercecountywa.org/parks, 253-798-4141.
Auburn Senior Activity Center: Trips, tours, outings. Information: 253-931-3016, auburnwa.gov/seniors.
Metro Parks Tacoma: FAB trips and tours. Information: metroparkstacoma.org, 253-305-1030.
DEMENTIA PROGRAMS
Opening Minds Through Art and Music and Memories: In-person and online classes to provide social engagement and autonomy for people with dementia. Information: Lutheran Community Services Northwest, dementiaservices@lcsnw.org and 253-272-8433.
DISCUSSION GROUPS
Conversation Group: Varied topics. Face-to-face conversation, second Thursday of each Thursday at 1 p.m. at Puyallup Senior Center. Information: 253-841-5555.
Socrates Cafe: Discussion group uses the Socratic method to solve world’s problems and create new ones. First Monday of the month, in Puyallup. Information: 253-845-1043.
Wisdom Cafe: Organized by Tacoma Public Library. Information: tacomalibrary.org.
EXHIBITS
Pierce College Science Dome: At college’s Lakewood campus, shows about solar system, universe, and astronomical discoveries. Schedule, information, tickets: pierce.ctc.edu/dome-shows, 253-964-6540.
FAIRS, FESTIVALS
King County Fair: July 11-14 at Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. E. in Enumclaw. July 11: $1 admission all day for 60 and older. Information: enumclawexpo.com, 360-226-3493.
Tacoma Pride Festival: July 13 in downtown Tacoma. Information: tacomapride.org/.
Kent Cornucopia Days: July 12-14. Information: kcdays.com
Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival: July 20-21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Sehmel Homestead Park.
Lakewood Summer Fest: July 20, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. at Fort Steilacoom Park in Lakewood. Information: cityoflakewood.us, 253-589-2489.
Mosaic Arts and Culture Festival: July 27-28, 12-7 p.m. at Wright Park in Tacoma. Information: metroparkstacoma.org, 253-305-1000.
Proctor Arts Fest: Aug. 2, 2525 N. Proctor in Tacoma.
Puyallup Tribe Pride Festival: July 20, 2-6 p.m. at 3509 72nd St. E., Tacoma.
FARMERS MARKETS
Auburn: Sundays June through September, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Les Gove Park (1140 Auburn Way S.). Information: 253-804-5049.
Burien: Thursdays year-round, 10 a.m. Information: 206-433-2882.
Enumclaw: Thursdays June through September, 3-7 p.m. Information: enumclawplateaufarmersmarket.org
Federal Way: Saturdays May to October, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 1701 S. 320th St. Information: 253-261-0207.
Gig Harbor: Sept. 1-8 (1-6 p.m.), Skansie Brothers Park. Information: waterfrontmarkets.org
Kent: Saturdays June to September, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: kentfarmersmarket.com
Puyallup: Saturdays through October, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 253-840-2631.
Tacoma: Broadway Market, 9th and Broadway, Thursdays May to October, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sixth Avenue Market, Tuesdays May to September, 3-7 p.m., 6th and North Pine Street. South Tacoma Market, Sundays April to September, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 3873 S. 66th St. Proctor Market, Saturdays March to December, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., North 27th and Proctor. Information: tacomafarmersmarket.com, 253-272-7077.
EXHIBITS
Pierce College Science Dome: At college’s Lakewood campus, shows about solar system, universe, and astronomical discoveries. Schedule, information and tickets: pierce.ctc.edu/dome-shows, 253-964-6540.
FITNESS / RECREATION / SPORTS / WEIGHT LOSS
SAIL: A strength, balance and flexibility program for adults 55-plus and focused on fitness and fall prevention. Mountain View Community Center in Edgewood, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Registration and information: Elizabeth Ferrier at elizabethf@mtviewcc.org, 253-826-4329.
Prime Time Fitness: Free sit or stand senior fitness on Thursday mornings, 11 to noon, at Lake City Community Church, 8810 Lawndale St SW. in Lakewood. Drop in or sign up. Sponsored by The Neighborhood Center, a ministry of Lake City Community Church. Information: 253-582-8040.
Community Connection Place Seniors: Sit-down exercise/stretch. Wednesday morning, 10-11 a.m. at 2534 Grandview Dr., University Place.
Bernardo’s All Stars U.S. Masters Swim Team: Regular swims in Puget Sound, pool and lake. Information: Coaches Chad Hagedorn (253-332-5985), Diana Hermanson (253-304-7522), swimbull.com.
Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club: Season begins in May at Wright Park in Tacoma, includes two six or seven- week sessions for beginners. Information: tacomabowls.org
Morse Wildlife Preserve: Free admission to private nature preserve, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on second Sunday of each month, 25415 70th Ave. E. in Graham. Information: forterra.org.
Virtual Yoga for LGBT Seniors and Allies: Free sessions through Pierce County Human Services on Sept. 2 and other dates. Information: 253-798-3807. Advance registration: https://www.cognitoforms.com/PierceCounty2/AgingAndDisabilityResourcesYogaRegistration
Puget Sound Amateur Ice Sports Association: Non-profit group offers recreational and competitive skating and hockey at Tacoma Twin Rinks, 2645 S. 80th St., Tacoma. Information: tacomatwinrinks.com, 253-272-7825.
TOPS-Puyallup: Meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Puyallup Community Baptist Church, 1318 Ninth Ave. SW. in Puyallup. Men and women. Private weekly weigh-ins before the meeting. Dues are $12 a quarter, plus annual membership fee. Information: 253-864-8585 or 253-230-0089.
TOPS-Tacoma: Meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the basement of Parkway Presbyterian Church, 714 138th St. E., Tacoma. Men and women. Private weekly weigh-ins before the meeting starts. Dues are $5 a month, plus annual membership fee. Non-profit. Information: 253-875-4647 or 253-537-4842.
TOPS-Tacoma #1283: Meets every Thursday 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Church on the Rock, 5204 S. Oakes St. in Tacoma. Information: Group leader Connie at 253-232-6512.
FUND-RAISER
Hops & Crops Music and Beer Festival: Sept. 14 at Mary Olson Farm in Kent. Benefits farm’s education programs and White River Valley Museum. Information and tickets: strangertickets.com, wrvmuseum.org
GARDEN TOURS, CLUBS, ACTIVITIES, PLANT SALES
Hill and Dale garden clubs: Eight clubs. Information: nmuckian@comcast.net or hillanddaledistrict.weebly.com.
Powellswood: Private garden in Federal Way, 430 S. Dash Point Road. Tours April 1-Oct. 31. Information: powellswood.org, 253-529-1620.
Lakewold Gardens: 12317 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW. in Lakewood. Information: 253-584-4106, lakewoldgardens.org
W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory: Wright Park in Tacoma, 316 S. G St. Information: metroparks.org, 253-404-3975.
Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden: 2525 S. 33th St., Federal Way. Information: rhodygarden.org, 253-838-4646.
Pacific Bonsai Museum: 2515 S. 336th St., Federal Way. Information: pacificbonsaimuseum.org, 253-353-7345.
Ed Hume Seeds: Free weekly tours/visits of gardens near Puyallup operated by Ed Hume, former host of gardening television shows and author of gardening books. Information: humeseeds.com, 253-435-4897.
GENEALOGY / MEMOIRS
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society: Monthly meetings second Tuesday of the month from September through May from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bates Technical College’s South Campus, Building E, at 2201 S. 78th St. in Tacoma. Presentations, short business meeting, social time and light refreshments. Information: www.tpcgs.org
Tacoma Family Search Center: 1102 S. Pearl St., Tacoma. African American Family History Focus Group every third Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. Information: tacomaaafhe.com
Heritage Quest Research Library: Non-profit organization, 2102 E. Main Ave., suite 105, Puyallup. Memberships. Information: hqrl.com, 253-863-1806.
Free movie memoir: Memory Community films 50-plus age groups to preserve and share their life stories with family, friends, and younger generations. Suggested donations. Information: 360-850-9850. office@memorycountry.onmicrosoft.com
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
Auburn City Council: First and third Monday of each month. Information: auburnwa.gov, 253-931-3000
Bonney Lake City Council: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Information: ci.bonney-lake.wa.us,
253-862-8602
Buckley City Council: Second and fourth Tuesday each month. Information: cityofbuckley.com, 360-761-7801
Burien City Council: Twice a month. Information: burienwa.gov, 206-241-4647
DuPont City Council: Second Tuesday of the month. Information: dupontwa.gov, 253-964-8121
Eatonville Town Council: Second and fourth Monday of each month. Information: eatonville-wa.gov, 360-832-3361
Enumclaw City Council: Second and fourth Monday of each month. Information: cityofenumclaw.net, 360-615-5608
Federal Way City Council: First and third Tuesday of each month. Information: cityoffederalway.com, 253-835-7000
Fircrest City Council: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Information: cityoffircrest.net, 253-564-8901
Gig Harbor City Council: Second and fourth Monday of each month. Information: cityofgigharbor.net, 253-851-8136
King County Council: Every Tuesday, 1 p.m. Information: kingcounty.gov/council, 253-477-1000.
Lakewood City Council: First and third Mnday of each month. Information: cityoflakewood.us, 253-589-2489
Normandy Park City Council: Second Tuesday each month. Information: normandyparkwa.gov, 206-248-8248.
Orting City Council: Second and last Wednesday of each month. Information: cityoforting.org, 360-893-2219
Pierce County Council: Every Tuesday, 3 p.m. Information: piercecountywa.gov, 253-798-7777
Puyallup City Council: Two Tuesdays per month. Information: cityofpuyallup.org, 253-841-4321
Sumner City Council: First and third Mondays of each month. Information: sumnerwa.gov, 253-863-8300
Tacoma City Council: Every Tuesday, 5 p.m. Information: cityoftacoma.org, 253-215-8782
University Place City Council: Twice a month. Information: cityofup.com, 253-460-2510
KNITTING/SEWING
Gifts of the Heart: Knitters, crocheters and sewers interested in making hats and blankets for oncology and dialysis patients can join a new chapter of the Loving Hearts group in Tacoma. Information: 253-370-9238.
Sew Friends on Monday: Free. Meet twice a month (11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) at University Place branch of Pierce County Library at 35th and Bridgeport. Bring projects and tools. Cutting table, iron, sink and microwave are provided. Next meetings are Dec. 10 and Dec. 17.
The Nimble Thimble Quilters: Wednesdays from noon to 3 p.m. at Wheelock Library in Tacoma’s Proctor District. No lessons, just share tips, sew a little and have a good time.
Loving Hearts: Charitable group makes hats for chemo patients and the backpack program for children, baby items, and blankets, wheelchair/walker bags and fingerless gloves for veterans. Accepts donations of yarn and knitting supplies. Information: lovingheartsonkp@gmail.com or call Virginia at 253-884-9619.
MUSEUMS
Black Diamond Museum: 32527 Railroad Ave. in Black Diamond. 360-886-2142.
Buffalo Soldiers Museum: 1940 S. Wikeson St., Tacoma. Information: 253-272-4257.
DuPont Historical Museum: 207 Barksdale Ave., DuPont. Information: dupontmuseum.org, 253-964-2399.
Fife History Museum: 2820 54th Ave. E., Fife. Information: fifehistorymuseum.org, 253-896-4710.
Foss Waterway Seaport Maritime Museum: 705 Dock St., Tacoma. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 12-4 p.m. Sunday. Information: 253-272-2750, fosswaterwayseaport.org.
Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. 5917 S. 196th St., Kent. Information: 206-764-9453.
Kitsap County Historical Society and Museum: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 360-479-6226.
Lakewood History Museum: Wednesday-Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. In Lakewood’s historic Colonial Center, 6211 Mt. Tacoma Drive SW. Free admission.
Lewis Army Museum: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Tacoma. Information: 253-967-7206, lewisarmymuseum.com.
Museum of History and Industry: 860 Terry Ave., Seattle. Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission first Thursday of each month. Information: 206-324-1126.
Nordic Heritage Museum: 721 Pine St., Seattle. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m., closed Monday. Free on first Thursday of each month. 206-789-5707.
Pioneer Farm Museum: 7716 Ohop Valley Road E.,Eatonville. Information: 360-832-6300.
Prairie House Museum and Spanaway Historical Society: 812 176th St. S. Information: 253-536-6655
Puget Sound Navy Museum: Free. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m., closed Tuesday. 251 First St., Bremerton. Information: 360-627-2270.
Steilacoom Historical Museum: Free admission. 1118 Rainier St. in Steilacoom. Open every weekend (excluding holidays) 1-5 p.m.
Tacoma History Museum: 919 Pacific Ave. in downtown Tacoma, 11-4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Admission free; donations welcome. Information: 253-472-3738.
Washington State History Museum: 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. Free third Thursday each month. Information: 253-272-9747.
White River Valley Museum: 916 H St. SE. in Auburn. Free admission first Thursday and third Sunday of each month. Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, 6-8 p.m. first Thursday of each month. Information: 253-288-7433.
MUSIC: FREE SUMMER OUTDOOR CONCERTS
Burien: Music in the Park, Thursdays July 11-Aug. 22, 6:30-8 p.m. at Lake Burien School Memorial Park. Information: burienwa.gov, 206-988-3700.
Des Moines: Summer Concert Series, Wednesdays (July 17-Aug. 21) at Des Moines Beach Park. Information: desmoinesartscommision.com, 206-870-9370.
Enumclaw: Thursdays (July 18-Aug. 29) at Holdener Park, 6 p.m. Information: cityofenumclaw.net, 360-825-3591.
Federal Way: Summer Sounds, every Wednesday in July at Steel Lake Park, 6 p.m. Information: itallhappenshere.org, 253–835–6900.
Gig Harbor: Summer Sounds, Tuesdays at Skansie Brothers Park, 6 p.m. Information: penmetparks.org, 253-255-0555.
Kent: Thursdays at Lake Meridian Park, 7 p.m. Informatioin: kentwa.gov,
Lakewood: Summer Nights, every Tuesday through Aug. 27, 6:30 p.m. at the Pavilion. Information: cityoflakewood.us, 253-589-2489.
Puyallup: Concerts in the Park, Thursdays (July 11-Aug. 29) at Pioneer Park, 6:30 p.m. Information: cityofpuyallup.org, 253-841-5457.
MUSIC
8th and I Neighbors’ annual Jazz Band and Ice Cream Social: July 16, 6-7 p.m. at Neighbors Park in Tacoma. Information: 8thandIneighbors@gmail.com
“Happy Together:” Sept. 2 at Washington State Fair in Puyallup, concert of ’60s and ’70s music featuring The Turtles, Jay and the Americans, The Association, Badfinger, The Vogues, and The Cowsills.
Memorie Singers: Rehearsals are Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. in Tacoma Musical Playhouse. Weekly performances at retirement homes and community centers. Must be 55-plus. Information: 253-576-0362. Bookings: 253-473-6742.
Tacoma Banjo Club: Performs music from the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s at retirement and senior care centers, fairs and private events. Information: Gary Hauenstein at 253-586-2413.
OPEN HOUSE
Beacon Senior Center: Celebrating center’s renovation, July 16, 10 a.m., 415 S. 13th St., Tacoma. Snacks, beverages, music. RSVP: 253-327-1228.
QUILT SHOW
Outdoor Quilt Show: Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Washington Elementary School in Tacoma. Hosted by Tacoma Modern Quilt Guild and South Sound Modern Quilt Guild. Information: tacomamqg.com, southsoundmqg.wildapricot.org
SOCIAL
Widowed Information and Consutation Services (WICS): Weekly meetings/support group in Tacoma for widows and widowers, 10 a.m. on Wednesdays at 3513 Portland Ave. E. Information: 253-375-6692.
Lakewood Senior Players: Weekly rehearsals of skits for performances at assisted living facilities and care centers in the Tacoma area. Information: Director Bill McClelland, w_mcclelland12@hotmail.com or 707-980-5407 (cell phone).
Tacoma Older LGBT: Community events include Mature Gay Men’s Potluck on the third Tuesday of each month, Happy Hours twice a month for the LGBT community, a women’s dance five times a year, and the Gay Men’s Coffee Klatch twice a month. Information: www.tacomaolderlgbt.org, 253-271-8185.
Active Valley Singles: 55-plus, meets at Puyallup Library to plan monthly activities. Information: 253-677-1871.
Rainbow Center Lunch Bunch: Third Friday of each month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 2215 Pacific Ave. in Tacoma. For LGBTQ individuals 50 and older. Information: rainbowcntr.org.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Alzheimer’s / dementia / brain injury
Alzheimer’s Association Adult Children Caring for Parents with Memory Loss-Lakewood: Third Monday of each month, 5:30-7 p.m. at Lakewood Senior Activity Center, 9112 Lakewood Dr. SW. Information: 253-798-4090.
Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver group-Key Peninsula: Third Saturday of each month, 10:30 a.m.-12 at Crandall Center, 9016 154th Ave. Court KPN, Lakebay. Information: 253-820-2213.
Alzheimer’s Support Group-downtown Tacoma: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. at Cascade Park Active Day, 232 St. Helens Ave. Information: 253-627-9990.
Alzheimer’s resources-University Place: Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver group, first Tuesday of each month, 1 to 2:30 p.m. at United Church of University Place, 3912 Grandview Dr. W. Information: 253-279-0754.
Alzheimer’s Association Support Group/Tacoma: Free. For care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dementia. In-person on first Thursday of month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Zoom session first Wednesday of month, 10 a.m.-12. Information: 253-922-3221.
Alzheimer’s Association Young-Onset Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group: Early-stage memory loss (65 years or younger) and their care partners. Second Monday each month. Information: 206-529-3868.
Alzheimer’s Association Support Group-Tacoma: Third Wednesday of month, 7-8:30 p.m. at Tacoma Lutheran Retirement Community, 1301 N. Highlands Parkway. Information: 253-572-2875.
Alzheimers Caregiver Support Group-Lakewood: Third Saturday of month, 10-11:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 10630 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW., Lakewood. Information: 253-508-2626.
Brain Injury Support Group of Kitsap County: Monthly meetings in Silverdale and Bremerton. Information: kitsapbraininjury.org.
MultiCare Caregiver Support Group in Puyallup: Meets monthly at the MultiCare Behavioral Health Services Building, 325 E. Pioneer Ave., Puyallup, Entrance 2. Free. Information: brian.holtvedt@multicare.org
Pierce County Memory Cafes: Monthly social gatherings for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Hosted by Lutheran Community Services Northwest. Third Wednesday at Mrs. Turner’s Restaurant, 701 E. Main St., Puyallup, 2:30 to 4 p.m.; and fourth Wednesday at Elmer’s Restaurant, 7427 S. Hosmer St., Tacoma, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Information: 253-722-5691.
Widows, widowers
Widow/Widower Support Group: Sponsored by MultiCare Health System, second Tuesday of each month, 6-9 p.m. Information: 253-697-4899.
TRIPS, OUTINGS, TRAVEL
Cuba: June 24, 1 p.m. at Point Defiance-Ruston Senior Center, 4716 N. Baltimore, Tacoma. Free. Information: 253-756-0601.
Auburn Senior Activity Center: Trips, tours, outings. Information: 253-931-3016, auburnwa.gov/seniors
VETERANS
American Legion: Auburn Post 78, auburnpost78@yahoo.com, 253-939-5789. Burien Post 134, 206-244-4319. Kent Post 15, kentpost15.org, 253-859-9905. Puyallup Post 67, puywalegion.org, 253-200-429. Tacoma Post 222, 253-475-4970. Parkland Post 2, 253-536-6999. Lakewood Post 187, 253-589-0187.
AMVETS: Tacoma Post 1, amvetswapost1.org, 253-472-2552. Tacoma Post 2008, 253-232-7324. Tacoma Post 5, 253-564-2781.
American Prisoners of War: Tacoma chapter potluck/meeting, Amvets Hall, 5717 S. Tyler, Tacoma; second Monday of month, 11:30 a.m. Information: (253) 565-0444.
VFW: Spanaway Art Drexler Post, vfw9079.org, 253-222-0839. Tacoma Sandstrom Post, 253-272-1405. Federal Way Charles Ralls Post, 253-927-1615. Burien Highline Post, vfw4314.org, 206-218-6764. Kent-Meridian Post, vfwpost6785.org, 206-650-8329. Maple Valley-Black Diamond Post, www.facebook.com/vfw5052/. Puyallup Valley Post, puyallupvfwpost2224.org, 253-841-5650. Gig Harbor Post, 253-858-7569. Renton Post, vfw1263.org, 425-255-9010.
WWII Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge: First Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. in Gig Harbor at Round Table Pizza, 5500 Olympic Dr. Information: 206-783-0212, 360-871-320, 253-566-7665.
VOLUNTEER
King County Parks groundskeeping: June 22, Skyway Park. July 13, Wax Orchard Park in Vashon. Sept. 7, Renton Park. Sept. 14, Soos Creek Regional Trail in Covington. Registration and information: parksvolunteer.kingcounty.gov
Disabled American Veterans (DAV): Drive veterans to and from medical appointments at VA (Veterans Administration) facilities, using a DAV van. Information: 253-583-1054.
American Lake/VA Golf Course: Earn free golf by volunteering for grounds crew one day a week (call 253-589-1998) or checking in golfers. 253-219-8691.
“Colorful Cooking Made Easy:” Educate individuals and families about cooking skills and nutrition and promote food banks through a live cooking demonstration on-site. Hosted by Hunger-Free Pierce County VISTA, United Way of Pierce County, and food banks. Information: hfpcc@uwpc.org and 253-597-7498.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs): Specially trained volunteers serve as advocates for children in the foster care system who have suffered abuse and neglect. CASAs meet with children, families, and their support systems to make recommendations to courts about a child’s best interest. Information: Pierce County Juvenile Court volunteer coordinator Carrie Appling at carrie.appling@piercecountywa.gov or 253-798-3837.
Friends of Lake Kapowsin: Opportunities include lake restoration, Lake Kapowsin Day, and a stewardship committee. Information: folkaquaticreserve@gmail.com, www.aquaticreserves.org/the-reserves/lake-kapowsin/
Job Carr Cabin Museum: Volunteer as a greeter or for events at Tacoma museum. Information: https://www.jobcarrmuseum.org/volunteer
Lake Spanaway Golf Course: Earn free golf as a volunteer course marshal. Information: 253-531-3660.
Meal sites: Host/hostess, cooking aide, dishwasher, kitchen aide for Catholic Community Services meal sites. Information: 253-474-1200.
McChord Thrift Shop: Military community-focused thrift and consignment store always needs volunteers 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday. Flexible scheduling. All skill sets needed. Located in Building 717 on corner of Fourth and Battery Road at JBLM. Information:Â 253-982-2468, www.mcchordspousesclub.com/thirft_shop.html
Morse Wildlife Preserve: Work parties, docent duties and guided tours at preserve in Graham. Information:Â morsewildlifepreserve@gmail.com
Paint Tacoma Beautiful: Free house painting (exterior) for low-income, elderly, and disabled homeowners. Organized by Associated Ministries, which provides supplies and paint, including face masks and sanitizer. Information/application: https://associatedministries.org/get-involved/volunteer/ or 253-999-3417.Â
Pierce County Human Services Aging and Disability Resources Advisory Board: Members meet every other month to help county program mprove community-based services for older adults and adults with disabilities. Information: 253-798-2739, daniel.gross@piercecountywa.gov, www.piercecountywa.gov/ADRboard.
Pierce County Medical Reserve Corps: Help at large and small public COVID-19 vaccine events. Information: 253-649-1415, mrc@tpchd.org, piercecountymrc.org.
Project Linus: Local chapter (Tacoma) of national non-profit organization that provides handmade blankets to children in crisis. Information: project.linus@comcast.net and 253-212-0234.
Rebuilding Together South Sound: Skilled craftspeople for projects in Pierce County. Information: cchristian@rebuildingtogetherss.org, 253-238-0977.
Retired and Volunteer Senior Program (RSVP) in Pierce County: Four hours a week to help the community in meaningful volunteer opportunities. Information: 253-722-5695 and nmcfarland@lcsnw.org
Senior Media Services: Delivery drivers for Senior Scene throughout Pierce County and part of King County. Once a month, usually one day. Drivers use their own vehicles and are reimbursed for mileage. Information: 253-722-5687 or pjenkins@lcsnw.org.
ZOOS
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium: Information: pdza.org, 253-404-3800.
Woodland Park Zoo: $2 discount on regular admission for persons with disabilities. Information: zoo.org, 206-548-2500.