Honor the contributions and achievements of women throughout
history and society through women’s stories and voices. Visit the Pierce County Library System for
classes and events, specially curated booklists and informative displays as the nation celebrates
Women’s History Month.
Pierce County Library celebrates the accomplishments and works of women from diverse backgrounds
through events at library locations. Events include:
Women of the War: The Hanford Girl
Hear stories about how women rose to the occasion and worked on top-secret government
projects during World War II. Age 18 and up.
Sunday, March 9, 2-3 p.m.
South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E.
Monday, March 10, 5:30-7 p.m.
Interim Lakewood Pierce County Library, 10202 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW
Drop In and Celebrate! - Women's History Month
Celebrate Women's History Month through the exploration of stations focused on art,
engineering and more! All ages.
Wednesday, March 12, 3-5 p.m.
Interim Lakewood Pierce County Library, 10202 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW
The Woman behind United Way
Learn about the United Way mission and the influential woman behind the founding of United
Way. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Wednesday, March 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sumner Pierce County Library, 1116 Fryar Ave.
Story Hour(ish) for Adults
Join online or in person for a selection of stories in honor of Women’s History Month! Ages 18
and up.
Wednesday, March 12, 6-7 p.m.
Bonney Lake Pierce County Library, 18501 90th St. E. · 253-548-3308
Virtual Pierce County Library - *Register for Zoom access information.
Inspiring Artists Workshop
Get inspired by examining the works of Georgia O'Keeffe and Amelia Peláez. Ages 13 and up.
Saturday, March 15, 2-3:30 p.m.
University Place Pierce County Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100
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Thursday, March 27, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Milton/Edgewood Pierce County Library, 900 Meridian E., Suite 29
Women's History Month Read-In
Read excerpts from poetry, speeches, stories, songs and more by women authors and artists. Age
5 and up. Registration required.
Sunday, March 16, 2-3 p.m.
Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S., Tacoma
Tuesday, March 18, 6-7 p.m.
Summit Pierce County Library, 5107 112th St. E., Tacoma
Film Screening: "Free For All: The Public Library"
Learn about the revolutionary women who helped create the public library system. Ages 18 and
up. Registration required.
Tuesday, March 18, 4-6 p.m.
Interim Lakewood Pierce County Library, 10202 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW
Pioneer Memories, Future Dreams: Eliza Jane Meeker
Delve into the life and times of Eliza Meeker, the fascinating woman who contributed to our
region’s history. Age 18 and up.
Thursday, March 20, 6-7 p.m.
Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E.
Explore the resilient women, trailblazers and icons of women’s stories with curated booklists for all
ages, available in book, e-book and audiobook.
Register for events and find more information at mypcls.org.
