Good morning, Tacoma.

The annual Les Schwab Toy Drive in Kent extended its distribution efforts after volunteers sorted and delivered tens of thousands of toys to families on Monday, Dec.

15. Drop-off opportunities remain available through the end of this week.

Heavy rain keeps western Washington under a Flood Watch today as road closures, evacuations, and power outages persist after a levee break in Tukwila was patched with sandbags (officials advise residents to monitor local updates).

Forklift Trainer Certification Course

7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Smith-Western Co, Tacoma, WA — $1,295 — Gain confidence to train forklift operators with comprehensive materials and hands-on experience.

Whose Mic - Improv Comedy Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — 2 item minimum — Experience unpredictable hilarity inspired by Whose Line Is It Anyway? with quick-thinking comedians.

TNC Stewardship Work Party

9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Get your hands dirty while helping to maintain the beautiful trails and gardens of Tacoma Nature Center.

90s vs 2000s Christmas Ball

8 PM – 12 AM — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $24.79 — Dance the night away to nostalgic hits from the 90s and 2000s in a festive Christmas setting.

Steely Dead Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $33.16 — Experience the fusion of classic tracks and improvisation with this unique musical collaboration.

Stand-Up Comedy by Jay Chandrasekhar

7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with acclaimed director and comedian Jay Chandrasekhar.

Sunday Open Skating

1-6 p.m. — Tacoma Armory — $11.50 — Lace up your skates and enjoy an all-ages roller skating experience filled with music and fun.

Beats Antique Performance

9 PM – 1 AM — Jazzbones — Check event page for cost — Enjoy an eclectic mix of music and performance from the Oakland-based group Beats Antique.

Cosmic Countdown New Year's Eve Party

8-11 p.m. — Emerald Queen Casino and Hotel — Check event details for ticket pricing — Celebrate the New Year with live music and festivities in Tacoma.

Tony Baker Live Stand-Up Comedy

9:30 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — 21+ venue with a 2 item minimum — Experience the clever humor and infectious energy of Tony Baker in a laugh-out-loud show.