People's Community Center

10/12/2026

On Thursday, October 15 at 10:15 a.m. we will be participating in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill. This includes a 60-second drop, cover and hold followed by a building evacuation. Guests should expect temporary disruptions to normal activities during this time.

10/11/2026

Kids can discover their creative side and get active while having fun. Register now for ballet, hip hop, creative dance, jazz dance, musical theatre dance and more. The next session begins in November!

Browse and sign up at the link in the first comment.

10/09/2026

Work where you play! Join our team as a dance instructor and turn your passion into purpose. Ages 16 and over are invited to apply.

10/09/2026

We've partnered with Tiger Tao Budo Karate to offer engaging classes that build physical fitness, focus, and self-defense skills. Participants ages 6-17 at any skill level are invited to sign up!

🥋 Eastside Community Center: Mon/Wed with Sensei Taylor, 6:15-7:45 pm
🥋 People's Center: Tues/Thur with Sensei Eric, 5:30-7:00 pm

Registration link is in the first comment.

10/09/2026

Only a few spots left for Pickleboo 🎃🏓 Our next indoor pickleball tournament is on Saturday, October 24 at People's Center. Costumes are strongly encouraged.

Grab your teammate before this thing vanishes into the fog. Register at the link in the first comment below!

10/07/2026

The center will be closed all day, Weds, October 7, due to an unforeseen maintenance issue.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

10/06/2026

🎃🚗 HILLTOP COMMUNITY… ARE YOU READY?! 🚗🎃
Grab your costumes, your candy buckets, and maybe even your bravest smile, because our trunks are stuffed, our pumpkins are grinning, and the bats are definitely up to something. 🦇😆

🍬 TRUNK‑or‑TREAT
📅 Friday, Oct. 30
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 People’s Center Parking Lot
💸 FREE for all ages (because spooky should never break the bank!)

But wait… what’s that lurking in the Teen Center? 👀🔍

🕵️‍♂️ Murder Mystery Escape Room: HALLOWEEN HEIST!
🕓 6:00–7:30 PM
🎯 For middle & high school students
Solve the mystery before the clock runs out… or the candy disappears forever! 🍭🕰

Bring the whole family, bring your friends, bring that one neighbor who decorates way too early.

Let’s make this the silliest, spookiest Hilltop Halloween EVER! 🎉🎃👻

10/05/2026

Calling all ghouls, goblins (and maybe people who take pickleball just seriously enough)🏓🎃

The Pickleboo Pickleball tournament on Saturday, October 24 is a 12-team indoor, round-robin tournament with single elimination playoffs. Teams are gender-neutral, costumes are highly encouraged!

Spooky season has entered the gym. Teams can sign up on our website:

Get ready for a spooky-good day of indoor pickleball competition.

10/04/2026

Reminder: People's Center will be closed the morning of Wednesday, October 7, to allow staff to attend an all-staff team meeting. We will open and resume regular services promptly at noon.

➡Pickleball and morning aquatics will be canceled.
➡The Senior Hub will be closed for the entire day.
➡Senior lunches will be canceled.
➡The building will open at noon
➡The pool will open at 4:00 pm

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to serving you then.

10/02/2026

You're invited to People's Center from 10 am to 1 pm on October 14 for Aging Wellness Day.

This free, drop-in event is designed to help seniors, families, and caregivers explore what it means to age well in our community. Aging Wellness Day connects you with local experts, trusted local resources, and practical information to support your health, independence, and quality of life.

The event will feature guest speakers focusing on key aging topics, select vendors offering community resources, and an engaging hands-on activity.

Whether you’re seeking answers, planning ahead, or supporting a loved one, this is your chance to get guidance and discover services available right here in Tacoma.

People's Center is located at 1602 MLK Jr Blvd, Tacoma

This event is supported by Humana