All the major gay and lesbian groups in Tacoma have come together to put on a big celebratory bash at the Washington State History Museum on the last evening in February in this leap year (Feb. 29). It’s called Rainbow Over Tacoma, and it is a joint effort of  Tacoma PFLAG, Oasis Youth, Out in Tacoma, Rainbow Center and Tacoma Lesbian Concern.

Begin the evening's activities by dining out at one of the sponsoring restaurants (The Swiss, Indochine, The Rock and possibly others to sign on), followed by wine, beer and entertainment beginning promptly at 7:30 p.m.

Headed by emcee Lady Chablis, the evening’s entertainment will include Brazilian performance artist Roberto Souza, singer/songwriter John Hoover, drag performer Sylvia O’StayForMore, singer/songwriter Doni Philips, monologues by members of Oasis Youth Group, musical performances by Tacoma School of the Arts students, pianist David C. Horton and singer Shelly Cooper.

Complete information, including ticket information, can be found at here. â€" Alec Clayton