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THE WEEKEND: Proctor Winters Farmers Market, MLK Celebration and Wine Bank Tasting

Check out our picks for the activities and hot spots to hit this weekend.

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It’s Friday and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

University Place Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work, get-me-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new establishments to explore.

 

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Proctor Winter Farmers Market

  • Where/When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at Proctor Farmers Market in Tacoma.
  • Why Go: This is the First winter market of the season. Come and browse the wide array of vendors offering fresh meats, fruits, vegetables and more.
  • Pricing: Admission is free.

 

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

  • Where/When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at Clover Park Technical College.
  • Why Go: Help celebrate the life of Dr. M. L. King Jr. through a diverse array of performances this Saturday at CPTC. A brief keynote speech will be given by Kevin Henry, Cultural Diversity coordinator for the City of Bellevue.
  • Cost: Free.

 

Author Event: Jayne Ann Krentz - Lakewood Library

  • Where/When: 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at Lakewood Pierce County Library.
  • Why Go: Vist the Lakewood Library this Saturday and meet New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz. Krentz will present her popular fiction writing workshop, Five Secrets to Getting Published. Then, she will talk with participants and answer questions, followed by a book signing. 
  • Cost: To attend the free event, register online at: www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar.

 

Wine Bank Tasting

  • Where/When: 2-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at the in University Place.
  • Why Go: Join the Wine Bank this Saturday for a outstanding line-up of wines perfect for the new year. Michael McLean of Peirano Estate Vineyards will be on site pouring five of their fantastic wines.
  • Cost: No tasting fee. Enjoy special pricing on featured wines from Peirano Estate Vineyards.

 

Children's Museum Grand Opening

  • Where/When: 9 a.m - 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Children's Museum of Tacoma.
  • Why Go: Join the Children's Museum this Saturday for the grand opening of the new Children's Museum of Tacoma. Explore the all new playscapes and unleash your imagination while you make forts, play in the water, create art, and soar to the moon!
  • Cost: Admission to the Tacoma Children's Museum is always 'pay what you can.'

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