ProLab Mentorship Program with TYSA
Oct
23
to Mar 16

ProLab Mentorship Program with TYSA

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For TYSA string players, Northwest Sinfonietta’s ProLab mentorship program provides professional-style audition experience, three mentorship rehearsal and dinner discussion sessions with Northwest Sinfonietta Concertmaster Denise Dillenbeck, Artistic Partner Yaniv Attar and other NWS musicians, and side-by-side rehearsals and performances of Beethoven's Symphony No. 6 on our March 14 & 15, 2026 Sky & Stone programs. Please email office@nwsinfonietta.org for more information.

Applications are closed. Please join us for the concerts on March 14 & 15 featuring ProLab participants!

This program is generously supported by the Ben Faigin Music Opportunity Fund.

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The Snowman @ Tacoma
Dec
13
10:00 AM10:00

The Snowman @ Tacoma

A holiday tradition for the whole family! Based on Raymond Briggs’ beloved picture book and the Oscar-nominated animated film, The Snowman tells the enchanting story of a young boy who builds a snowman that magically comes to life on Christmas Eve. Together, they embark on a wondrous adventure—soaring through the night sky, meeting Father Christmas, and discovering the true spirit of friendship and wonder.

Northwest Sinfonietta’s performance includes other seasonal favorites such as Vivaldi’s Winter Concerto from The Four Seasons and more.

FREE TICKET REGISTRATION - choose from our 10am and 11:15am concerts. Each concert runs approximately 50 min.

This concert is made possible with support from Keybank, Tacoma Creates, Puyallup Kiwanis Foundation, Baker Foundation and generous donors, and presented in partnership with Blue Mouse Theater, Greentrike and Puyallup United Methodist Church.

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The Snowman @ Puyallup
Dec
13
2:00 PM14:00

The Snowman @ Puyallup

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A holiday tradition for the whole family! Based on Raymond Briggs’ beloved picture book and the Oscar-nominated animated film, The Snowman tells the enchanting story of a young boy who builds a snowman that magically comes to life on Christmas Eve. Together, they embark on a wondrous adventure—soaring through the night sky, meeting Father Christmas, and discovering the true spirit of friendship and wonder.

Northwest Sinfonietta’s performance includes other seasonal favorites such as Vivaldi’s Winter Concerto from The Four Seasons and more.

FREE TICKET REGISTRATION - concert runs approximately 50 min.

This concert is made possible with support from Keybank, Tacoma Creates, Puyallup Kiwanis Foundation, Baker Foundation and generous donors, and presented in partnership with Blue Mouse Theater, Greentrike and Puyallup United Methodist Church.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ JBLM
Feb
9
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ JBLM

All responses to the music are welcome! Children enjoy an engaging program of classical pieces and popular Disney tunes with scarves and bubbles, followed by hands-on instrument exploration time. NWS is proud to offer these FREE low-sensory concerts for families of active service members and veterans at JBLM in partnership with Greentrike.

Concerts start at 10:30am and 11:30am.

This program is made possible by support from Korum for Kids, KeyBank and Pierce County Arts Commission.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ Tacoma
Feb
12
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ Tacoma

All responses to the music are welcome! Children enjoy an engaging program of classical pieces and popular Disney tunes with scarves and bubbles, followed by hands-on instrument exploration time. NWS is proud to offer these FREE low-sensory concerts for families at Tacoma Children’s Museum in partnership with Greentrike.

Concerts start at 10:30am and 11:30am.

This program is made possible by support from Korum for Kids, KeyBank and Tacoma Creates.

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Concert in the Cone - Into Outer Space
Feb
19
6:00 PM18:00

Concert in the Cone - Into Outer Space

Northwest Sinfonietta, Museum of Glass and Hilltop Artists partner to bring you this free community concert in the Hot Shop. Musicians from NWS will perform a concert of works inspired by outer space while students from Hilltop Artists simultaneously blow gloriously colored glass spheres.

This performance will run approximately 45 minutes. It is FREE to the public with funding support from Tacoma Creates. Museum admission is also free on this Third Thursday, so plan for time to take in the museum exhibits as well!

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Musical Storytelling with Northwest Sinfonietta
Feb
21
10:30 AM10:30

Musical Storytelling with Northwest Sinfonietta

What happens when a mole teaches itself to play the violin, or when a young bull would rather smell flowers than fight? Young friends and their families are invited to join Northwest Sinfonietta for a magical time of storytelling and live music. Afterwards, we'll make musical crafts for you to take home and enjoy!

This program is FREE with support from Tacoma Creates in partnership with Tacoma Public Libraries.

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Musical Storytelling with Northwest Sinfonietta
Feb
21
1:30 PM13:30

Musical Storytelling with Northwest Sinfonietta

What happens when a mole teaches itself to play the violin, or when a young bull would rather smell flowers than fight? Young friends and their families are invited to join Northwest Sinfonietta for a magical time of storytelling and live music. Afterwards, we'll make musical crafts for you to take home and enjoy!

This program is FREE with support from Tacoma Creates in partnership with Tacoma Public Libraries.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ JBLM
Apr
13
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ JBLM

All responses to the music are welcome! Children enjoy an engaging program of classical pieces and popular Disney tunes with scarves and bubbles, followed by hands-on instrument exploration time. NWS is proud to offer these FREE low-sensory concerts for families of active service members and veterans at JBLM in partnership with Greentrike.

Concerts start at 10:30am and 11:30am.

This program is made possible by support from Korum for Kids, KeyBank and Pierce County Arts Commission.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ Tacoma
Apr
16
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ Tacoma

All responses to the music are welcome! Children enjoy an engaging program of classical pieces and popular Disney tunes with scarves and bubbles, followed by hands-on instrument exploration time. NWS is proud to offer these FREE low-sensory concerts for families at Tacoma Children’s Museum in partnership with Greentrike.

Concerts start at 10:30am and 11:30am.

This program is made possible by support from Korum for Kids, KeyBank and Tacoma Creates.

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Mindfulness Walk and Haiku Comics Workshop
Nov
15
10:00 AM10:00

Mindfulness Walk and Haiku Comics Workshop

Trees and art root us in place and in the season. Our community partner Tacoma Tree Foundation is providing this mindfulness walk and visual poetry workshop inspired by NWS's March Sky and Stone performance. Join David Lasky and Sarah Low and get inspired by trees, fall's air, birds, fungi, minerals, soil, and rain. A portion of the program will take place outside, please plan according to the weather. Capped at 25 participants.

Learn more and REGISTER HERE

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ Tacoma
Oct
30
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids @ Tacoma

  • Children's Musuem of Tacoma (map)
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All responses to the music are welcome! Children enjoy an engaging program of classical pieces and popular Disney tunes with scarves and bubbles, followed by hands-on instrument exploration time. NWS is proud to offer these FREE low-sensory concerts for families at Tacoma Children’s Museum in partnership with Greentrike.

Concerts start at 10:30am and 11:30am.

This program is made possible by support from Korum for Kids, KeyBank and Tacoma Creates.

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Low-Sensory Concert for Kids @ JBLM
Oct
27
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concert for Kids @ JBLM

All responses to the music are welcome! Children enjoy an engaging program of classical pieces and popular Disney tunes with scarves and bubbles followed by hands-on instrument exploration time. NWS is proud to offer these FREE low-sensory concerts for families of active service members and veterans at JBLM in partnership with Greentrike.

Concerts start at 10:30am and 11:30am.

This program is made possible by support from Korum for Kids, KeyBank and Pierce County Arts Commission.

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OKTOBERFEST Preview
Sep
14
1:00 PM13:00

OKTOBERFEST Preview

Raise a stein and enjoy live chamber music with a twist!

Join Northwest Sinfonietta musicians at Camp Colvos Brewing and Pizza on Sunday, September 14 at 1pm for a festive Oktoberfest-themed performance. Enjoy lively Viennese polkas, waltzes, and favorite Oktoberfest tunes—all with your favorite brew and slice in hand. Prost! Music program will run approximately 30 minutes.

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Sinfonietta Book Club
Sep
10
7:00 PM19:00

Sinfonietta Book Club

Back by popular demand! This fall, we’ll be reading and discussing Rebecca Makkai’s short story collection, ‘Music for Wartime'. Join us on Wednesday, September 10 for a free book discussion and live musical performance inspired by the stories in the book.

Register for Sinfonietta Book Club.

This event is made possible with support from Tacoma Creates.

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Carnival Family Concert
May
1
6:00 PM18:00

Carnival Family Concert

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Join Northwest Sinfonietta and Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center for a fun, family concert with live music, dance and interactive activities! Enjoy a performance of Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals and other favorites inspired by furry and feathered friends. This performance is offered free to our community. Reserve your seats HERE.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at Tacoma
Apr
17
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at Tacoma

Join us at 10:30am or 11:30am for our programs!

Northwest Sinfonietta and Greentrike are excited to bring live music experiences to children in a low-sensory environment that welcomes all responses to the music!

Children will enjoy a fun and interactive program of classical and popular music (including favorite Disney tunes) with a string quartet from Northwest Sinfonietta, an instrument petting zoo, and a Q&A. These programs are free to the community at the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and JBLM in collaboration with Greentrike and with support from Korum for Kids, Tacoma Creates and KeyBank.

Greentrike is a nonprofit that advocates for and models equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families — because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. Greentrike operates the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, featuring a first-in-kind donation-based admission model known as Pay As You Will. Greentrike also powers Play to Learn Pierce County, Preschool Powered by Play, Expanded Learning Opportunities, Cares Kits, and the Monarch Diaper Bank.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at JBLM
Apr
14
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at JBLM

JBLM — join us at 10:30am or 11:30am for our programs!

Northwest Sinfonietta and Greentrike are excited to bring live music experiences to children in a low-sensory environment that welcomes all responses to the music!

Children will enjoy a fun and interactive program of classical and popular music (including favorite Disney tunes) with a string quartet from Northwest Sinfonietta, an instrument petting zoo, and a Q&A. These programs are free to the community at the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and JBLM in collaboration with Greentrike and with support from Korum for Kids, Tacoma Creates and KeyBank.

Greentrike is a nonprofit that advocates for and models equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families — because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. Greentrike operates the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, featuring a first-in-kind donation-based admission model known as Pay As You Will. Greentrike also powers Play to Learn Pierce County, Preschool Powered by Play, Expanded Learning Opportunities, Cares Kits, and the Monarch Diaper Bank.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at Tacoma
Feb
27
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at Tacoma

  • Children's Museum of Tacoma (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at 10:30am or 11:30am for our programs!

Northwest Sinfonietta and Greentrike are excited to bring live music experiences to children in a low-sensory environment that welcomes all responses to the music!

Children will enjoy a fun and interactive program of classical and popular music (including favorite Disney tunes) with a string quartet from Northwest Sinfonietta, an instrument petting zoo, and a Q&A. These programs are free to the community at the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and JBLM in collaboration with Greentrike and with support from Korum for Kids, Tacoma Creates and KeyBank.

Greentrike is a nonprofit that advocates for and models equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families — because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. Greentrike operates the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, featuring a first-in-kind donation-based admission model known as Pay As You Will. Greentrike also powers Play to Learn Pierce County, Preschool Powered by Play, Expanded Learning Opportunities, Cares Kits, and the Monarch Diaper Bank.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at JBLM
Feb
24
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at JBLM

JBLM — join us at 10:30am or 11:30am for our programs!

Northwest Sinfonietta and Greentrike are excited to bring live music experiences to children in a low-sensory environment that welcomes all responses to the music!

Children will enjoy a fun and interactive program of classical and popular music (including favorite Disney tunes) with a string quartet from Northwest Sinfonietta, an instrument petting zoo, and a Q&A. These programs are free to the community at the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and JBLM in collaboration with Greentrike and with support from Korum for Kids, Tacoma Creates and KeyBank.

Greentrike is a nonprofit that advocates for and models equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families — because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. Greentrike operates the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, featuring a first-in-kind donation-based admission model known as Pay As You Will. Greentrike also powers Play to Learn Pierce County, Preschool Powered by Play, Expanded Learning Opportunities, Cares Kits, and the Monarch Diaper Bank.

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The Snowman Family Concert - Puyallup
Dec
14
2:00 PM14:00

The Snowman Family Concert - Puyallup

  • Puyallup United Methodist Church (map)
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Join Northwest Sinfonietta for a new family concert event this holiday season! The Snowman Family Concert welcomes children and families for an interactive concert featuring the beautifully animated film The Snowman with live orchestration and narration, based on the famous children’s book by Raymond Briggs. Northwest Sinfonietta will also perform favorites including Winter from the Four Seasons with visual art by local students and more. Come early to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and winter crafts. This event is FREE, but please register HERE to reserve your seats.

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The Snowman Family Concert - Tacoma
Dec
14
11:00 AM11:00

The Snowman Family Concert - Tacoma

Join Northwest Sinfonietta for a new family concert event this holiday season! The Snowman Family Concert welcomes children and families for an interactive concert featuring the beautifully animated film The Snowman with live orchestration and narration, based on the famous children’s book by Raymond Briggs. Northwest Sinfonietta will also perform favorites including Winter from the Four Seasons with visual art by local students and more. This event is FREE, but please register HERE to secure your seats.

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Geek out about Goldberg Variations
Dec
12
6:00 PM18:00

Geek out about Goldberg Variations

If ever there was a piece to geek out about, it would be J.S. Bach’s Goldberg Variations. The structure alone, and the way Bach developed the work’s 32 movements (yes 32), will BLOW YOUR MIND. Join us on December 12 for this happy hour event at the beautiful Meeker Mansion in Puyallup. Musicologist Mark Samples and NWS Concertmaster Denise Dillenbeck will delve into the history and structure of the piece, give listening tips for our performances on December 21 & 22, and provide time for discussion and Q&A.

This event is for December 21 & 22 ‘Baroque in the Ballroom: Goldberg Variations’ ticket holders only. Purchase your concert tickets HERE. Register for our Geek out about Goldberg Variations event HERE. Space is limited.

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Musical Storytelling - Parkland/Spanaway Pierce Co. Library
Dec
2
1:00 PM13:00

Musical Storytelling - Parkland/Spanaway Pierce Co. Library

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What happens when a mole teaches itself to play the violin? Join Northwest Sinfonietta’s cellist Gretchen Yanover and friends to find out! Enjoy a magical hour of storytelling with live soundscapes and instrument crafting. Free with support from Pierce County Arts Commission and KeyBank.

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Concert in the Cone
Nov
21
6:00 PM18:00

Concert in the Cone

Members of Northwest Sinfonietta and the Kareem Kandi World Orchestra team up for a spectacular Concert in the Cone on Thursday, November 21 at 6pm. Join us for a program of jazz, hip hop, Latin and Middle Eastern influenced original works by Kareem Kandi, arranged for this unique fusion ensemble. Performed in the hot shop with live grass blowing by Museum of Glass artists and students from Hilltop Artists, this is a multi-sensory experience not to be missed. FREE concert and FREE admission to the Museum of Glass.

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Pro Lab for Tacoma Youth Symphony Association
Nov
1
6:00 PM18:00

Pro Lab for Tacoma Youth Symphony Association

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Northwest Sinfonietta and TYSA are teaming up this 2024-25 season for a mentorship program culminating in side-by-side performances of Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings on March 8 & 9, 2025.

Up to 13 spots will be awarded to TYSA student musicians: 7 violin, 2 viola, 2 cello, 2 bass

Auditions will be held Friday, Nov. 1 at 6pm.

Details and registration here.

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Monster Mash!
Oct
27
1:00 PM13:00

Monster Mash!

Free community event for all ages!! Join us on Tacoma’s Antique Row for a candy crawl at Broadway businesses and activities including build-a-monster print making, caricatures, balloon animals, costume contest and more. Come in costume or build a costume as you go!

This event is presented free to our Tacoma community by Spaceworks Tacoma and Northwest Sinfonietta with support from Tacoma Creates.

Additional details here.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at Tacoma
Oct
24
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at Tacoma

  • Children's Museum of Tacoma (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at 10:30am or 11:15am for our programs!

Northwest Sinfonietta and Greentrike are excited to bring live music experiences to children in a low-sensory environment that welcomes all responses to the music!

Children will enjoy a fun and interactive program of classical and popular music (including favorite Disney tunes) with a string quartet from Northwest Sinfonietta, an instrument petting zoo, and a Q&A. These programs are free to the community at the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and JBLM in collaboration with Greentrike and with support from Korum for Kids, Tacoma Creates and KeyBank.

Greentrike is a nonprofit that advocates for and models equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families — because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. Greentrike operates the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, featuring a first-in-kind donation-based admission model known as Pay As You Will. Greentrike also powers Play to Learn Pierce County, Preschool Powered by Play, Expanded Learning Opportunities, Cares Kits, and the Monarch Diaper Bank.

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Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at JBLM
Oct
21
10:30 AM10:30

Low-Sensory Concerts for Kids at JBLM

JBLM — join us at 10:30am or 11:15am for our programs!

Northwest Sinfonietta and Greentrike are excited to bring live music experiences to children in a low-sensory environment that welcomes all responses to the music!

Children will enjoy a fun and interactive program of classical and popular music (including favorite Disney tunes) with a string quartet from Northwest Sinfonietta, an instrument petting zoo, and a Q&A. These programs are free to the community at the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and JBLM in collaboration with Greentrike and with support from Korum for Kids, Tacoma Creates and KeyBank.

Greentrike is a nonprofit that advocates for and models equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families — because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. Greentrike operates the Children’s Museums of Tacoma and at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, featuring a first-in-kind donation-based admission model known as Pay As You Will. Greentrike also powers Play to Learn Pierce County, Preschool Powered by Play, Expanded Learning Opportunities, Cares Kits, and the Monarch Diaper Bank.

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Kaleidoscope Kick-Off Event for Tacoma Arts Month
Oct
2
6:30 PM18:30

Kaleidoscope Kick-Off Event for Tacoma Arts Month

Join us at Kaleidoscope, the Tacoma Arts Month kick-off event! Northwest Sinfonietta musicians will perform from 7-7:30pm — come be our groupies! We will perform chamber works by our favorite Jo’s, the dashing Joseph Bologne and Joseph Haydn, and some popular Bridgerton covers from that same time period. The Kaleidoscope event runs from 6:30-9pm, some come early and stay late to enjoy other music and dance performances, hands-on activities, visual art, and more. It is a free, family-friendly, community festival with refreshments.

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Music Motion & Mindfulness Trail Walks
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Music Motion & Mindfulness Trail Walks

  • Tacoma Nature Center (map)
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Back by popular demand for October 2024! Experience Tacoma Nature Center trails this fall with Music, Motion and Mindfulness trail walks, designed by Northwest Sinfonietta in collaboration with Tacoma Nature Center and Sarah Low, co-founder of Tacoma Tree Foundation. QR codes access Northwest Sinfonietta recordings of curated music selections and mindfulness activities that help create space to slow down, observe and be fully present in your surroundings. You will need a mobile device to stream the recording while walking, and use of headphones or earbuds is recommended. Music, Motion and Mindfulness trail walks are made possible with support from Tacoma Creates and the City of Tacoma.

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Music Motion and Mindfulness Trail Walk Kick-off Event
Oct
1
12:30 PM12:30

Music Motion and Mindfulness Trail Walk Kick-off Event

October sees the return of Music, Motion & Mindfulness at the Tacoma Nature Center, curated audio trail walks provided by Northwest Sinfonietta. Join us for a kick-off event on October 1 with live music by Northwest Sinfonietta musicians, with selections inspired by nature and the 2024-25 season. Drop in to the Tacoma Nature Center to enjoy the music from 12:30-1:30 pm, and then hit the trails!

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Bel Canto Book Club
Sep
26
7:00 PM19:00

Bel Canto Book Club

We’re kicking off our storytelling season with a book club!! Throughout the month of September, join us in reading Ann Patchett’s Bel Canto. Then we will gather on Thursday, September 26 for both a book discussion and a performance of Elena Rhuer’s fifth string quartet, Bel Canto, which was inspired by the book!

REGISTER HERE

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