Play in nature at this fantastic park

This newly upgraded greenspace offers a pump track, dog park, hiking, a natural play area and lots more nature-focused fun.

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The hunt for Monkeyshines is on!

Tacoma's community-driven Lunar New Year art tradition is back. Grab your flashlights to search for treasure at spots around the city.

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Flexibility leads to limitless learning

Empower your child to follow their passions and take control with Laurel Springs, the leader in accredited online K–12 private education.

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Get your weekend on

Find an awesome event to celebrate Lunar New Year, visit SAAM for free, try snowshoeing with a guide and more.

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Hands-on, experiential learning at CWA

Visit Charles Wright Academy, an independent day school in Tacoma dedicated to active, joyful learning. Registration is open for parent info sessions.

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6 things to do with the family

1. It's your last chance to be dazzled by the huge and impressive light displays at WildLanterns. (THROUGH SUN.)

2. Laugh and cheer as the Harlem Globetrotters show off their talents at three area venues. (THU.–SAT.)

3. Celebrate Lunar New Year at The Wing with lion dances, story time and more. Or, join one of these other fun local events. (SAT.)

4. Join a frogtastic virtual Groundfrog Day ceremony to find out if spring will be here soon! (SAT.)

5. Discover what creatures venture out at night during an exciting and educational evening beach walk. (SAT.)

6. Explore the many natural wonders of Mercer Slough Nature Park with a knowledgeable ranger. (SUN.)

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Free talk: Supporting anti-bias education

Confront your own biased thoughts and learn how to start an open dialogue with your children at this ParentMap Live talk by anti-bias education expert Scotland Nash, Ed.D.