5 nearby kid-friendly hikes with wide trails

Enjoy a breath of fresh air — and some space — while exploring the outdoors.

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Awesome pump track reopens for the summer

South Sound kids on bikes, scooters and skates will love this fresh way to ride.

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Summer Reading Program

Dig deeper, read, investigate, discover. Be a part of the free Summer Reading Program at the Pierce County Library System.

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Watch movies, catch a giant puppet show and sample tasty fair food — all from the comfort and safety of your car.

JULY 17–19: WEEKEND PICKS

6 THINGS TO DO WITH THE FAMILY

The fun doesn’t have to stop! Our calendar is filled with virtual and in-person events, including our own free virtual playtime activities and parenting speakers.

1. Celebrate Krispy Kreme’s birthday with this awesome doughnut deal. (FRI.)

2. Catch a drive-in movie at a waterfront park resort or at one of these nearby theaters and pop-ups. (FRI.–SAT.)

3. The beautiful Bon Odori festival filled with dancing, music and color is going virtual this year. (SAT.)

4. Join an in-person storytelling and drumming lesson. Families can also follow along virtually with a free video. (SAT.–SUN.)

5. This living history museum just reopened! Explore the Sound’s first globally connected settlement. (ONGOING)

6. Stroll along the beach at low tide and see what living wonders you might discover. (SUN. AND BEYOND)

FULL CALENDAR

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