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Applications Sought for the City Events and Recognitons Committee
The 11-member committee is comprised of Tacoma residents, with representatives from each of Tacoma's five Council Districts, who bring a range of perspectives and expertise that focus on the City’s commitment to celebrate civic engagement and special observations, are knowledgeable and passionate about volunteers and their valued contribution to their communities and enjoy working with others to recognize those who give back.
Celebrate Juneteenth in Tacoma
In December 2021, The Tacoma City Council passed Ordinance 28794 designating June 19, Juneteenth, as an officially observed holiday by the City of Tacoma.
City of Destiny Awards Back Live in 2022
Mayor Victoria Woodards and Tacoma City Council Members to Present the City Events & Recognitions Committee’s Annual Awards
City Events and Recognitions Committee Announces 2022 City of Destiny Award Winners
Mayor Victoria Woodards and the City Council will recognize Tacoma’s top volunteers and service providers this year during the 36th annual City of Destiny Awards. Location, date, and time to be announced.
Adam S. Cook Named Tacoma Venues & Events Director
Adam S. Cook Named Tacoma Venues & Events Director
City Manager Elizabeth Pauli has appointed Deputy Director Adam S. Cook to the position of Director, Tacoma Venues & Events (TVE), effective January 31, 2022. The Tacoma City Council confirmed the appointment on January 25.
Recipients of the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards Announced
Recipients of the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards Announced
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards recognizes excellence in community service activities carried out by an individual, organization or group, and seeks to encourage similar efforts by others who may want to serve in the community. These awards are presented each year during the City of Tacoma’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration.
Tacoma Creates Reports on Inaugural Year of Funding
Tacoma Creates Reports on Inaugural Year of Funding
Fifty-seven organizations whose missions are to advance arts, culture, heritage and/or science were funded in the inaugural year of Washington’s first and only cultural access program.
76th Annual Holiday Celebration Lights Up Downtown Tacoma
ASM Global and Tacoma Venues & Events host live tree lighting with special visit from Santa.
For the 76th year, the holiday tree is up in front of the Pantages Theater at South 9th Street and Broadway. The long-standing, traditional holiday tree-lighting celebration will take place on Saturday, November 27, beginning at 5 p.m.
City of Destiny Awards Nominations Accepted Now Through Feb. 7
Nominations for the City of Tacoma’s City of Destiny Awards, which has been honoring local volunteers for the past36 years, are open now and due on Monday, Feb. 7, 2022.
“The City of Destiny Awards Ceremony provides a place to recognize those who create vibrancy in our community and make the City of Destiny what it is,” said City Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) Chair Jessica Johnston. "The awardees represent the pulse of the community, and they instill in us all a desire to give back."
Tacoma Venues & Events Selects ASM Global For Strategic Theater Partnership
New partnership provides expert theater management and increased capital reinvestment
Tacoma Venues & Events announced the selection of ASM Global — the world’s leading producer of entertainment experiences, venue management, and event strategy — as its new strategic partner for the City of Tacoma-owned Pantages Theater (and adjoining Jones Building), the Rialto Theater, and the Theatre on the Square.
Tacoma’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards Nominations Are Now Open
The City of Tacoma’s Events & Recognitions Committee (CERC) is now accepting nominations for the Lifetime Service Award and the Emerging Leader Award for individuals or groups to be honored for their community service at the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. The deadline for nominations is Monday, Nov. 8, 2021.
Celebrate 20 Years of Tacoma Arts Month this October
October 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of Tacoma Arts Month – 31 days dedicated to celebrating the arts in our community. The month is full of virtual and in-person arts and culture programs with something for everyone to enjoy: music, dance and theater performances; visual art exhibits; literary readings; lectures; workshops; film screenings and cultural events.
Application for 2022 Community Arts Projects Funding Now Available
The City of Tacoma is now accepting Community Arts Projects funding applications from eligible organizations and groups producing publicly accessible arts programming, across all artistic disciplines, within Tacoma city limits in 2022. Applicants can apply for either $3,000 or $6,000 for their project. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on November 1, 2021.
Tacoma Venues & Events Certified Sensory Inclusive
Partnership aligns with department mission of providing welcoming spaces for all
Tacoma Venues & Events announced a partnership with KultureCity to make the Tacoma Dome, the Greater Tacoma Convention Center and the events held at the venues sensory inclusive. This new initiative will promote an accommodating and positive experience for all guests and fans in alignment with the department’s mission and values to provide inclusive and welcoming spaces.