Month: June 2026

businesses, music

The New Yorker Cafe: A Tacoma Jazz Legacy 

–by Jesse Miller The New Yorker Cafe was, throughout its life, a hub to countless events, dinners, conferences, dances and most especially, live music in Tacoma. If you wanted music, this was the place. If you wanted to host an event, this was also the place.  The New Yorker Cafe announced its grand opening in the Tacoma News Tribune on October 26th, 1946 following an … Continue reading The New Yorker Cafe: A Tacoma Jazz Legacy 

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Tacoma’s Imperial Court

–by Ayli Horvath In 2005, The Imperial Sovereign Court of Tacoma threw the Candy Cane Ball. It was a night filled with dancing and entertainment. Queens in elaborate makeup and fancy dresses ruled the night. There was a comedian, a raffle, door prizes, and an auction. The Candy Cane Ball was a benefit event for local community services. As grand as this ball sounds, it … Continue reading Tacoma’s Imperial Court

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