WEDNESDAY, JAN. 26, 2011 >>>

1. According to hype, "Marilyn Freeman is an interdisciplinary, process- and time-based artist living in Olympia, Washington. Her work is characterized by themes of identity, tolerance, faith and alienation." Currently, she's a visiting artist at the Evergreen State College. Today, join Freeman as part of the Evergreen Artist Lecture Series from 12:15 - 1:30 p.m. in Lecture Hall 1.

2. Perhaps art isn't the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about South Tacoma Way's Stonegate Pizza, but tonight it should be. From 1-10 p.m. artists like Amanda Watson, Anthony McArthur and Melissa Prior will be in the house to show their wears and generally make nice. The event is free, appetizers and wine will be served, and there's even a raffle.

3. For a classy good time, join Kareem Kandi at Pour at Four wine bar in Tacoma tonight. Here are our complete music listings for the day.

4. Have you been to Kamel Toe Bar and Grill in Parkland yet? Have you gotten any of it on you? Tonight just may be your night - as jam night brings members of Kashmire, Soul Stripper and others to the stage.

5. The fourth Wednesday of the month means it's time again for the CLAW open Swim Public Meeting & Drawing Session tonight at Amocat Café in Tacoma, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.. This is your chance to peak into Tacoma's most fantastic secret society. Bring your own drawing supplies, and a fez if you have one.