CAVE Community and Veteran Events

CAVE Community and Veteran Events Welcome to Community and Veteran Events (C.A.V.E.), Where Passion Meets Purpose!

Trunk spots are still open! Have a car, truck, motorcycle, bike, or another creative setup? ⬇️Decorate it, bring some tr...
10/10/2026

Trunk spots are still open! Have a car, truck, motorcycle, bike, or another creative setup? ⬇️

Decorate it, bring some treats, and help us create a fun afternoon for local kiddos.

🍬 Free candy + treats

🎃 Decorated trunks + community partners

🎶 Live performance from an international musician

👻 Halloween fun throughout the parking lot + first floor

Reach out to us if you’re interested in joining!

Let one line carry the day.Darker PNW evenings can feel long, especially as the holiday season approaches. A simple jour...
10/09/2026

Let one line carry the day.

Darker PNW evenings can feel long, especially as the holiday season approaches. A simple journaling habit can create a steady moment without adding pressure.

Use any inexpensive notebook and pen. Set aside five minutes. Write one honest line about the day.

“Today, I noticed…”

That is enough.

Write about the weather, a small comfort, a difficult moment, or something worth remembering. Skip a day when needed. Begin again without judgment.

Resource: one notebook, one pen, and five quiet minutes.

Small reflections can give busy days a calmer place to land.

Meet the partners who make this workshop possible.Workshops like this would not be possible without strong community sup...
10/08/2026

Meet the partners who make this workshop possible.

Workshops like this would not be possible without strong community support.

Parks Tacoma is Tacoma's metro parks district, serving the community with parks, programs, and recreation. It is expanding its small-business support program for Veteran-owned small businesses.

TractionSpace offers office space, virtual offices, and much more in downtown Tacoma.

JK Handymanllc is a go-to for full remodels and other projects.

AdminiFy 360 is your business support, handling administrative work, social media, and e-commerce for small businesses.

Thank you to each partner for making space for connection, learning, and new opportunities.

📅 Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Location: Parks Tacoma Headquarters, 4702 S. 19th St., Tacoma, WA 98405
🔗 Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/skilled-trades-workshop-public-works-contracting-orientation-tickets-2002233523367

This is a free event. Seating is strictly limited to 25 people. First come, first served. Registration is required.

Get ready for a Halloween afternoon filled with candy, costumes, games, raffles, prizes, and a special guest appearance ...
10/08/2026

Get ready for a Halloween afternoon filled with candy, costumes, games, raffles, prizes, and a special guest appearance by singer Riio! 🎃🍬

Trunk or Treat 2026 is free and family-friendly. Bring the whole family for a festive afternoon of fun, treats, and decorated vehicles.

Participation spaces remain for:
• A decorated vehicle
• A motorcycle
• A 6-foot table

ONLY 7 vehicle spaces are available, so bring your best Halloween spirit and get ready for a fantastic afternoon!

📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: TractionSpace Parking Lot, 748 Market St., Tacoma, WA 98402
🔗 Details & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trunk-or-treat-at-tractionspace-tickets-2002294121618

email [email protected]

Presented by C.A.V.E., Community and Veteran Events, in partnership with Above the Record and TractionSpace.

Start with one drawer.Set a ten-minute timer. Choose one small drawer or shelf. Remove everything.Keep what you use. Rel...
10/07/2026

Start with one drawer.

Set a ten-minute timer. Choose one small drawer or shelf. Remove everything.

Keep what you use. Relocate what belongs elsewhere. Recycle or discard what no longer serves a purpose.

Return only the essentials. Stop when the timer ends.

As darker PNW evenings arrive and the holiday season draws closer, one clear space can lower visual noise and create more breathing room.

Small space. Clearer mind.

Monday Mental Health Reset: Try a five-minute puzzle pause.Choose a simple crossword clue, jigsaw section, word search, ...
10/06/2026

Monday Mental Health Reset: Try a five-minute puzzle pause.

Choose a simple crossword clue, jigsaw section, word search, Sudoku, or another low-pressure puzzle. Set a timer for five minutes and focus only on the next clue or piece, not finishing the whole thing.

If it starts to feel frustrating, stop and choose something easier. The goal is a brief, absorbing change of pace, not achievement.

What kind of small puzzle helps you shift gears?

Warm up with a simple one-pot soup built from budget pantry staples.Tried and True Recipe: Creamy Chicken and Rice SoupI...
10/02/2026

Warm up with a simple one-pot soup built from budget pantry staples.

Tried and True Recipe: Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

Ingredients:
• 1 can chicken, drained
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup instant rice
• 1 cup canned or frozen mixed vegetables
• 4 cups broth
• Salt, pepper, and garlic powder

Directions:
Combine the broth, chicken, cream of chicken soup, vegetables, and seasonings in one pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in the instant rice. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes, until the rice is tender. Serve warm.

This cozy fall recipe uses accessible staples often found at Dollar Tree or a food pantry. It brings creamy comfort to cool Pacific Northwest evenings.

10/02/2026

Happy to be a part of Tacoma & Boca Del Rio 10th Anniversary as an ambassador of the Tacoma Latino Chamber of Commerce Latino Chamber of Commerce 🫶🏼

Give your tired body five quiet minutes to reset.Find a clear, stable spot near a wall or sturdy chair. Use a mat, rug, ...
09/29/2026

Give your tired body five quiet minutes to reset.

Find a clear, stable spot near a wall or sturdy chair. Use a mat, rug, or folded blanket if available.

Lie on your back with your legs resting up the wall. Or rest your calves on the chair seat. Let your arms relax at your sides.

Keep your breathing natural and easy. Let your body feel heavy. Stay for about five minutes, or as long as feels comfortable.

To finish, bend your knees. Roll slowly onto your side before sitting up.

This is a gentle rest posture, not a medical treatment. Skip it or choose the seated option (sit in a chair with your feet supported and legs relaxed) if lying down feels uncomfortable. Use extra caution if you have back, hip, neck, blood pressure, or eye conditions, are pregnant, or have any health concern. Check with a healthcare provider if you are unsure.

Stop right away if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, numb, tingling, or any pain. Avoid this posture after a recent injury or surgery.

Explore public works contracting opportunities with Parks Tacoma.The Skilled Trades Workshop: Public Works Contracting O...
09/28/2026

Explore public works contracting opportunities with Parks Tacoma.

The Skilled Trades Workshop: Public Works Contracting Orientation is a free event for small businesses, including Veteran-owned businesses.

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Parks Tacoma Headquarters, 4702 S. 19th St., Tacoma, WA 98405
🔗 Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/skilled-trades-workshop-public-works-contracting-orientation-tickets-2002233523367

Registration is required. Seating is strictly limited to 25 attendees and is first come, first served.

The orientation covers:

• Finding bidding opportunities
• Networking opportunities
• Bidding and contracting requirements
• Joining Parks Rosters for small-project invitations to bid
• Free small-business resources

Parks Tacoma is expanding its small-business support program to increase opportunities for Veteran-owned small businesses.

Attendees with specific questions may email Abigail Vizcarra Perez at [email protected] ahead of time so she can tailor the presentation.

Community and Veteran Events (C.A.V.E.)
[email protected]

Address

1001 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 5A
Tacoma, WA
98407

Telephone

+13608781371

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