Around Town

Jackson Street After Hours:The Roots of Jazz in Seattle

Come flashback to Seattle's Jazz Age at the Washington State History Museum. On display will be an historic photograph exhibit documenting the rich after-hours scene that once flourished along Jackson Street between 1937-1951. You'll step into speakeasies awash with the rich tones of jazz from midnight to dawn. When: Fri., Feb. 5 at noon. Where: Washington State History Museum, Tacoma, Wash. Price: Regular admission. *For more information call (888) 238-4373

V-Day dinner with Pacific Grill

This Valentine's weekend, Pacific Grill will be offering a Valentine's-themed menu. Whether you're taking your wife of twenty years, or you want to take out a new date, Chefs Gordon and Ian are sure to cook up special dishes with love. And don't miss Pastry Chef Erin's tantalizing desserts! When: Fri., Feb. 12 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. and Sat., Feb. 13 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. & Sun., Feb. 14 from 3 to 9 p.m. Where: Pacific Grill, Tacoma, Wash. *For more information call (253) 627-3535

"Rent" shows in Tacoma

Follow the lives of a group of friends living the Bohemian lifestyles in New York's East Village in Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer-prize winning musical based on Puccini's La Bohème. You'll feel for the diverse characters' trials and tribulations. When: Sat., Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. Where: Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma, Wash. Price: $18-25 *For more information call (253) 565-6867

Valentine's skating

Take your sweetheart on a skate date for Valentine's Day! Plus, if you show up during the 2:30-4:30 p.m. skate session, you'll get a buy one ticket and get one free deal. When: Sun., Feb. 14 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Where: Sprinker Recreation Center, Tacoma, Wash. Price: $5 *For more information call (253) 798-4000