Tuesday, Feb. 16 >>>

1. Lady Luck Cowgirl Up is the one of many establishments having a Fat Tuesday party tonight.  The big difference here is that the girls are better looking than most.  Drink specials, dancing, giveaways, and lots of cowgirl ass shakin'.  14114 Pacific Avenue South, Tacoma, 253.538.4996

2. This month's Banned Book Club selection is The Bookseller of Kabul by Åsne Seierstad.   Pick it up at King's Books, 218 St Helens Ave, Tacoma. Then head to the event, held at Tempest Lounge tonight. 913 MLK Way, Tacoma, 21+ or accompanied by an adult, 7 p.m., free.

3. Net proceeds of all Matador sales tonight will go to Haiti, helping those affected by the recent devastating earthquake.   Enjoy happy hour from 4-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. 721 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, 253.627.7100 

4. Metaphysical Meeting of the Minds and The Council of Lightworker's is having their very first public healing clinic.  Receive, share, practice and experience all kinds of natural healing modalities. This event is being held upstairs above the German Bakery & Deli in Lakewood, and there is no elevator.  So if you have a bum leg that needs healing, looks like you're S.O.L.  6108 Mt. Tacoma Drive S.W., Lakewood 6-9 p.m., $10

5. Masa Comida Mexicana throws down and parties Fat Tuesday-style tonight.  Drink specials, beads, and DJ tunes.  Meet Captain Morgan (in the flesh!) along with his sexy pirate ladies.  We dare you to ask him if arthritis has kicked in yet from lifting his knee too much.  9:30 p.m., 2811 Sixth Ave., Tacoma, 253.254.0560