Good morning, Tacoma.

Western Washington faces a severe drought with high fire danger as October begins with little rain so far—government forecasts predict a 33 to 40 percent chance of above normal rain from mid-month along with near normal temperatures.

Kroger recalled two pasta salads after tests found a possible listeria risk.

The products were removed from stores in Washington + 27 other states after being sold from Sept. 6 to Oct. 2 with no illnesses reported.

Haunted Puget Sound: Ghosts and Legends

7-8:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $9.08 — Explore the eerie tales of Puget Sound’s hauntings with author Ira Kitmacher.

GenX Takeover Comedy Tour

8-11 p.m. — Emerald Queen Casino and Hotel — Cost may vary — Experience a night of laughter with GenX Takeover Comedy.

Rehab Concert

5:00 – 6:30 PM — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Tickets starting at $104 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Rehab in Tacoma.

Rock with a Reason

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $12.23 — Enjoy a high-energy all-ages concert fundraiser featuring West and support a great cause.

Fall Festival of Choirs

7:30-9 p.m. — Lagerquist Concert Hall — Tickets available online or at the door — Experience a harmonious evening featuring the Choir of the West and University ensembles.

James McCann Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian James McCann at a local favorite venue.

Comedy Night with Mario Tory

7-10 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — 2 item minimum — Enjoy an evening of sharp wit and hilarious storytelling with rising comedy star Mario Tory.

Oyster Shucking Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Fort Nisqually Living History Museum — Registration required — Learn how to shuck oysters fresh from the Salish Sea in this hands-on workshop.

Ben Bankas Stand-Up Comedy Show

4-7 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor of popular comedian Ben Bankas in an exciting live show.

Tacoma Holiday Festival

10 AM-10 AM — Tacoma Dome — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday season with food, gifts, and entertainment for the whole family.