[Application Description automatically generated with low confidence] Dear Tacoma Arts Community, We are excited to invite you to Kaleidoscope, the vibrant opening celebration of Tacoma Arts Month 2024! Join us for an evening filled with creativity, connection, and community spirit. When: Wednesday, October 2nd, 6:30-9 PM Where: STAR Center, 3873 S 66th St, Tacoma, WA This free, family-friendly event will feature live performances, engaging arts, culture, heritage and science activities, and the presentation of the AMOCAT Arts Awards. Here's a glimpse of what you can look forward to: Scheduled Performances: * 6:25 PM: Tacomarama<https://tacomarama.org/> Marching Band kicks off the procession. * 6:45 PM: Welcoming and Land Acknowledgement. * 6:55 PM: Northwest Sinfonietta<https://nwsinfonietta.org/> performance * 7:10 PM: Mayor Woodards presents the AMOCAT Arts Awards. * 7:30 PM: Cultural performance by Guma' Imahe<https://www.gumaimahe.org/>. * 8:15 PM: Musical performance by Ya'Koob<https://www.instagram.com/ya.koob_>. * 8:45 PM: Closing Remarks and Second Land Acknowledgement. Creative Activities for All Ages: * Remakery<https://www.remakerytacoma.org/>: Learn the art of upcycling and discover plenty of upcoming opportunities to make what you love with what you have. * Voices of Tacoma<https://www.beeugenebecreative.com/voicesoftacomaabouttheproject>: Learn about this awesome project that aims to uplift diverse voices, plus grab a limited free copy of "Voices of Tacoma: A Gathering of Poets" while supplies last! * Barefoot Collective<https://www.barefootcollective.org/>: Experience the joy of dance through community performances and educational sessions, and dance with the Dance Generator! * Method Skateboards and Coffee<https://themethod253.com/>: Enjoy a special artistic surprise where skateboarding meets creativity from this locally loved skateboard and coffee shop. * Toolbox Laboratories<https://toolboxlaboratories.com/>: Explore DIY woodworking and STEAM projects designed to spark curiosity and innovation. * FABLAB Education<https://www.fablabeducation.org/>: Dive into innovation and digital fabrication with engaging training. * LeMay - America's Car Museum<https://www.americascarmuseum.org/>: Design, build, tinker, and learn about the fascinating intersection of art and automobiles. * Tacoma Tree Foundation<https://tacomatreefoundation.org/>: Discover insights on community greening and tree care. * Girasol Counseling PLLC<https://www.girasolcounselingpllc.com/>: Engage in collective healing practices through the arts and community support. * Greentrike<https://greentrike.org/>: Enjoy playful experiences for children, youth, and families-because play is essential for a thriving community. * Metro Parks Tacoma<https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/>: Join a crafting session and create something special with friends and family! Visual Art on Display: * A photo exhibit by Tacoma Photo Center<https://www.tacomaphotocenter.org/> and new work from Environmental Services Artist in Residence, Teruko Nimura<https://terukonimuraart.net/>. 2024 AMOCAT Arts Awards Presentation: The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Arts Commission's annual AMOCAT Arts Awards celebrate the individuals and organizations that enrich our community through their passion, innovation, and commitment to the arts. This year, we are proud to honor: * Anida Yoeu Ali<https://www.anidaali.com/> - Community Outreach by an Individual * Lourdes Jackson<https://www.lourdesknows.com/> - Community Outreach by an Individual * Black Night Market<https://www.blacknightmarket.com/> - Community Outreach by an Organization * Mattice Hoyt, Mattice Beauty Supply<https://matticebeauty.com/> - Arts Patron This recognition is a testament to their dedication to making Tacoma a more vibrant and inclusive place. Refreshments: Enjoy free, delicious non-alcoholic seasonal mocktails from Aafiya Lounge<https://www.instagram.com/aafiyalounge/> and food available for purchase Taqueria<https://www.facebook.com/p/Taqueria-hermanos-cardona-100063525700034/> Hermanos Cardona<https://www.facebook.com/p/Taqueria-hermanos-cardona-100063525700034/>. Don't miss this fantastic evening celebrating the arts and our community! A heartfelt thank you to our event partners, Tacoma Creates<https://www.tacomacreates.org/>, STAR Center and Metro Parks Tacoma<https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/place/star-center/> and our media sponsors: KBTC/PBS<https://www.kbtc.org/#page=schedule&day=20240927>, KNKX<https://www.knkx.org/>, Northwest Public Broadcasting<https://www.nwpb.org/>, ParentMap<https://www.parentmap.com/>, Preview<https://preview-art.com/issue/preview-09-2024/>, Showcase<https://showcasemedialive.com/>, South Sound Business<https://www.southsoundbiz.com/>, South Sound Magazine<https://www.southsoundmag.com/>, South Sound Talk<https://www.southsoundtalk.com/>. We can't wait to see you there! Best, Daniel Garcia DANIEL GARCIA (he/him) Community Programs Specialist Arts & Cultural Vitality Division 253.830.6763 Arts & Cultural Vitality Division<http://www.cityoftacoma.org/arts> | Tacoma Creates<http://www.tacomacreates.org/> [cid:image001.png@01DB1101.C355EF30]<tacomaartsmonth.org>