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Santa Silvia: Once again, El Gaucho bartender Silvia Tapia will be holding a toy drive to benefit the children at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Drop by El Gaucho at 2119 Pacific Ave. with toys for the kids. Tapia will deliver all the toys Christmas morning.
Ho! Ho! Harbor Holidays: Sip. At the wine bar & restaurant will host a holiday event featuring a fashion show, appetizer bar, cooking demonstration and more today from 3-5 p.m. Reserve your spot at 253.853.3020.
Plan Ahead: The Northwest Baptist Seminary (4301 N. Stevens, Tacoma) will serve tea Dec. 11 1:30-4 p.m. and Dec. 12 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $18.
Food For Thought: Enthusiasts are worried that young people aren't interested in beer-can collecting hobby.
LINK: Weekly Volcano’s Eat & Drink section
LINK: South Sound Restaurant Guide
LINK: South Sound Happy Hours
LINK: Wine and beer tastings