Event Calendar

Earth Day Celebration
Apr
18

Earth Day Celebration

Explore the nature trail and outdoor classroom, guided by local experts and partners who will share their knowledge and passion for the environment. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and celebrate our planet in a meaningful way!

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People's Earth Day March
Apr
18

People's Earth Day March

Join Climate Alliance South Sound for a march from Pt. Defiance, across the sky bridge, down to Dune Park. We demand an end to the attacks on the environment from the Trump administration! We are fighting back against environmental racism, infringements upon Indigenous sovereignty, and violations against worker's rights.

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Overview of Composting Methods
Apr
19

Overview of Composting Methods

  • The Farm at Franklin Pierce Schools and Zoom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come learn about the many techniques available for at-home recycling of all your organic wastes, including hot composting, worm composting, Hügelkultur, Bokashi, trenching, tumblers, and Interbay mulch.

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Preparing Your Home Forest for Extreme Weather with Sarah Low
Apr
29

Preparing Your Home Forest for Extreme Weather with Sarah Low

  • Tacoma Public Library - South Tacoma Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Have your trees been stressed? Are you worried about changing weather patterns, increases in extreme weather events, reductions in precipitation, movement of insects and fungal diseases, and threats of fire? Do not fear, instead come to this talk where we will empower you with knowledge. We will discuss the care and stewardship of your trees in the face of changing conditions. We will also share the most recent recommendations for preparing your home landscape for extreme events to help you manage risk on your property.

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YESS Spring Youth Climate Festival
May
17

YESS Spring Youth Climate Festival

The festival brings together community across Pierce County to experience stories and visions of a positive climate future and current climate actions through art, performance, film, writing, and community projects.

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Fruits of the Land
Apr
13

Fruits of the Land

In this free webinar, agricultural historian Josiah Pollock, Puyallup Tribal Sustainability Director Kalicia Bean, and Agroecology Program Coordinator Chris Madden Chris Madden will each share their perspective on what we can learn from the history and current cultivation of the Pacific crabapple and cultivated apple trees in our region. Please join us for this conversation!

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GoodAll Day
Apr
12

GoodAll Day

Join us on April 12th at the Foss Waterway Seaport to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall and spread her message of hope.

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Parkland Cleanup at Garfield
Apr
11

Parkland Cleanup at Garfield

  • 409 123rd Street South Tacoma, WA, 98444 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A litter cleanup on and around Garfield St. Donuts & light breakfast available form 9:30 - 10am. Cleanup from 10am till you're done, usually around 12pm. Bags and gloves will be available.

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Wetland Wonders with Romey Haberle
Apr
4

Wetland Wonders with Romey Haberle

  • Tacoma Community College Natural Area and Living Lab (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come walk with local botanist Romey Haberle for an exploration of spring flowers and other botanical wonders of a lovely, forested wetland. Hidden away by dense vegetation along busy Pearl and N 19th st, the SE corner of Tacoma Community college is a series of wetlands connected by gentle trails.  TCC’s Natural Area and Living Lab is a community open space to enjoy and learn about nature. 

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The Urban Forest in Your Classroom
Mar
26

The Urban Forest in Your Classroom

Speaker presentations are rooted in the Mystery Science, Next Generation Science Standards lessons. The goal of the workshop is to provide access to local knowledge about tree and native habitat science, and to questions specific to Tacoma about green infrastructure, engineering, and climate change.

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Can This Be Recycled? Presentation
Apr
30

Can This Be Recycled? Presentation

This audience-driven session is all about answering your recycling questions. We invite you to bring in items you’re unsure about and get expert advice on which waste stream they belong to. It’s a fun, hands-on way to learn how to recycle more effectively and reduce waste in our community!

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Trees for the Trail
Apr
26

Trees for the Trail

Come plant 200+ trees on the Foothills Trail. This event will include hands-on training about trees, tree care, and their importance in heat and stormwater reduction.

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South Sound Sustainability Expo
Apr
26

South Sound Sustainability Expo

  • University of Washington Tacoma Campus Prairie Line Trail (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for the 17th Annual South Sound Sustainability Expo! This free, family-friendly event brings the South Sound community together to celebrate and promote environmental sustainability and resiliency. Explore a vibrant mix of vendors, activities, and displays showcasing regional organizations working to improve the environmental sustainability and/or resiliency of our region. The Expo is hosted by the City of Tacoma's Environmental Services Department.

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YESS Youth Climate Summit
Apr
24

YESS Youth Climate Summit

This interactive event is designed to equip students with the knowledge, tools, and connections to take meaningful climate actions in their schools and their broader community.

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Relaciones reciprocas: la tierra y nosotras
Apr
20

Relaciones reciprocas: la tierra y nosotras

En este taller de escritura somática, practicaremos la respiración, la afirmación, la terapia somática, la escritura y el compartir durante nuestro tiempo juntes.

During this somatic writing workshop, we will practice using breath, affirmation, somatic therapy, writing, and sharing during our time together.

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Upstream Together Workshop
Apr
19

Upstream Together Workshop

  • Tacoma Public Library, Main Branch - Olympic Room (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Teruko Nimura, City of Tacoma Artist in Residence, for a free workshop where you can create your own upcycled Koinobori (a traditional Japanese carp streamer) from upcycled materials, contribute to a large community-painted dragon head, and learn about creative reuse and sustainability.

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14th Annual Bike Swap
Apr
19

14th Annual Bike Swap

The Pierce County Bike Swap will bring the bicycling community together to buy, sell bikes and bike parts, to test ride their future bike, practice bike riding skills, discuss best cycling routes, and much more.

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Earth Day Beach Cleanup
Apr
12

Earth Day Beach Cleanup

Join us for a special Earth Day Beach Cleanup event and be part of a global movement to protect our oceans and shorelines. Every piece of trash removed from the beach is a step towards a cleaner, healthier ocean ecosystem.

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