Multicultural Child And Family Hope Center

COVID Vaccine, BBQ and Resources
2021-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tacoma Recovery Center, 813 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center and Tacoma Recovery Center are hosting our third BBQ, Services, and Resources event for people experiencing homelessness. Join us at the Tacoma Recovery Center on Tuesday, August 31st. We will have a vaccine and testing clinic along with lots of good food, hygiene kits, clothes, shoes, personal protective equipment, and more; you will leave with both your stomach and hands full!

2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Pierce County, WA
2021-09-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Dune Peninsula Park, 5361 Yacht Club Rd, Tacoma, WA, 98407, United States
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. Walk will be at Dune Peninsula Park, route length is up to 2 miles.
While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.
Click here for registration and more event details!

Hometown Treasures with TAM
2021-09-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
Dig into your history at TAM with our Hometown Treasures event! We invite families from Tacoma’s African American communities to have their treasures, heirlooms, and historical pieces reviewed by professionals. Learn about how art can be used to archive and record our history and build legacy for future generations.

Women's and Mom's Support Group
2021-09-24 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-22 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-17 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-10 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-08 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-03 11:30 - 12:30, 2021-09-01 11:30 - 12:30 and 2 more dates | Tacoma Recovery Center, 813 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
The Women’s and Mom’s group provides support to those currently experiencing or who have previously experienced domestic violence, housing instability, at-risk of homelessness, currently homeless, and/or in recovery. Research-based parenting programs (Triple P, Safe Care, and Families Moving Forward) were utilized to gather the most pertinent and impactful information to create a tailored curriculum. The group focuses on parenting strategies, trauma informed parenting, resiliency, executive functioning, women empowerment, and financial education.

TPL: Hispanic Heritage Month Art Tales
2021-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 | WA
Join Tacoma Public Library as they explore the art of Joan Miró and his painting On the Farm. The group will read a story, talk about the painting, and you will create and share your own artwork based on the art of Joan Miró.

Online registration is required.
Registrants will receive a Zoom link one hour before the program.
Registrants will be contacted the week prior to the event via email to arrange pick up of Event Kits.
Event Kits can be picked up from our eight library locations, Eastside Community Center, or our community partners at Salishan Association.
Please note, if you register after September 16 pickup locations may be limited.

Register here

First Day of ECEAP!
2021-09-20 07:00 - 17:00 | WA

TPL: Wisdom Cafe
2021-09-17 13:00 - 14:00 | TPL: Wheelock Brank, 3722 North 26th St., Tacoma, WA, 98407, United States
Wisdom Cafe Returns!
Seniors – join Tacoma Public Library for conversation and camaraderie as the group will discuss universal topics about life, fulfillment, and aging at this monthly program. All are welcome!
Please note: Masks and social distancing will be required at this in-person outdoor event. Weather permitting – this event will be held outdoors on the front lawn under the tree.

Register here

Teens for Destiny
2021-09-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Greater Destiny Church, 324 N J St, Tacoma, WA, 98403, United States
Multicultural Child & Family Hope Center (MCFHC), Greater Destiny Church (GDC), and Korean Women’s Association (KWA) have partnered to host Teens for Destiny! If you are a teenager 12-19 years old and living in Pierce County, we invite you to participate on 3rd Thursday of each month from 4pm-5:30pm. We will be discussing life skills, emotional wellness/stress management/supportive communication, preventative health, and equity & social justice leadership. You will receive a $20 online gift card each month that you participate in the Zoom session and complete a survey.

Register here: Teens for Destiny Registration Form

TPL: Global Family Storytime
2021-09-16 16:00 - 16:30 | WA
Join Librarian Cherise for Global Family Storytime via Zoom! This week, we’ll celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival. They’ll explore global themes through diverse children’s books, songs, and videos. The whole family is welcome to join!

Register here

National Video Games Day Celebration
2021-09-12 13:00 - 15:00 | MCFHC Community Hall, 2102 S. 23rd St., Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
This Sunday is about to be crazy…
Multicultural has the honor of celebrating National Video Games Day with Marcel Cunningham, also known as the famous basciallyidowrk youtuber, and TeamWrk!
Join all of us on Sunday from 1:00-3:00pm for free, family fun! It’ll be a day filled with delicious food, video gaming, inflatables, give-aways, school supplies, resources, and so much more (:

Closure: Labor Day
2021-09-06 | WA
MCFHC will be closed on this day.

Summer Blast at Dune Peninsula
2021-09-04 12:00 - 21:30 | Dune Peninsula at Pt Defiance Park, 5361 Yacht Club Rd, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Come out to Dune Peninsula for a free family event featuring live music, food trucks, a craft market and fireworks!
Tacoma Night Market: 12 – 8 pm
Music: 12:30-8:45 pm
Performance Schedule

12:30-1:15 pm
DJ ZETA
1:30- 3:00 pm
Barracuda (HEART tribute band)
3:15-4:45 pm
Wasted on the Way (Crosby, Stills & Nash tribute band)
5:00-6:30 pm
Petty Fever (Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tribute band)
6:45-8:45 pm
KALIMBA ( Earth, Wind & Fire tribute band)

Fireworks will be viewable from many locations along Ruston Way. Location of the fireworks barge is indicated on the map on event website.

Greentrike OSTI Back to School Kick-off
2021-09-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Museum of Tacoma, 1501 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
TPS students, families and friends are invited to join Greentrike OSTI 10th Annual Back to School Kick-off in downtown Tacoma for a fun day of playful celebration to start the new school year. The Museum District is welcoming all TPS families at free or reduced admission and will be sharing special exhibits and activities for the Kick-off.
Join the fun! Festivities include:

Music/Performances
Food trucks
Activities for the whole family
Backpack and school supplies giveaway
Scavenger hunt
Car show
Entry into participating museums
Expanded Learning Opportunities info
Playful activities

When: September 2, 10 am – 4 pm
Location: Pacific Avenue between S. 15th and S. 19th
**Masks are required for all attendees, regardless of vaccination status. Most activities will be located outdoors and all guests are required to wear a mask a the Back to School Kick-off.

BBQ, Services, and Resources
2021-08-31 17:30 - 19:30 | Tacoma Recovery Center, 813 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center and Tacoma Recovery Center are hosting our second BBQ, Services, and Resources event for people experiencing homelessness. Join us at the Tacoma Recovery Center on Tuesday, August 31st. There will be lots of good food, hygiene kits, clothes, shoes, personal protective equipment, and more; you will leave with both your stomach and hands full!

For inquiries: Homeless Prevention Inquiry

Backpack Giveaway
2021-08-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Al Davies Boys and Girls Club, 1620 South 17th St., Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Need school supplies? Head on out to Al Davies Boys and Girls Club on August 28th from 11:00-1:00pm for the 11th annual Drive-Thru Backpack Giveaway!

Back to School Jam
2021-08-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Puget Sound Foursquare, 4020 S. 56th St., Tacoma, WA, 98409, United States
Puget Sound Foursquare is hosting a back-to-school jam on August 28th from 10:00am-2:00pm. Join them for backpacks, school supplies, games, and food!

CRISP
2021-08-26 17:00 - 18:30 | WA
In response to COVID-19, we host free Culturally Responsive Integrated & Strength-Based Parenting (CRISP) health classes via Zoom and by phone during the last Thursday of each month from 5pm-6:30pm. You will be able to receive a $20 Gift Card each month that you participate and complete a survey!

Click to register: CRISP Online w/ MCFHC

Teens for Destiny
2021-08-19 16:00 - 17:30 | WA
