May 16 Hear the Tacoma Youth Symphony close out the season with The Year 1905: Love and War at the Rialto Theater. This program reflects on the events of 1905, including Bloody Sunday in St. Petersburg, and the resilience that followed. The concert features Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 11 “The Year 1905,” Kenneth Alford’s Colonel Bogey March, and Bernstein’s Overture to West Side Story. Free student tickets are available at the door with a student ID (for college-aged and youn

May 16 Petpalooza returns for a full day dedicated to pets and the people who love them. This free event takes place on May 16, 2026, from 10 am to 5 pm. The day kicks off with the Dog Trot 3K/5K Fun Run and features an animal-related entertainment stage, flydog and agility demonstrations, the popular “Unleashed” Pet Contest, an agility area, vendor booths, adoptions, giveaways, and low-cost pet services. Leashed, licensed, well-behaved pets are welcome. Visit AuburnWA.gov/pe

May 2-3 The Wild Wonders Outdoor Theater reopens at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, inviting guests to experience animals demonstrating their natural behaviors in a live outdoor setting. This interactive show highlights the Zoo’s animal ambassadors while offering educational insights into wildlife conservation. The Opening of Wild Wonders Outdoor Theater takes place May 2–3, 2026, from 9 am to 5 pm. Bring your curiosity and enjoy engaging presentations designed for all ages.

Ahndrea Blue carries her grandmother’s legacy forward through food, hope, and community By Like Media Team In Tacoma, the Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) is reshaping what it means to serve a community. Founded and led by Ahndrea Blue, the organization stands as a powerful force for dignity, compassion, and opportunity. Through its cornerstone program, Eloise’s Cooking Pot, MADF provides nourishment and hope to families across the region. “My grandmother, Eloise, was a

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