Ever been to a 100^th Monkey party? They’ve been going on for a few years now, loosely organized by Tacoma’s arts community stalwarts, and they’re a great way to meet arty folks. February’s Monkey is hosted by seven local photographers, who will create the art tiles that are always on sale at the event (buy one for $4, buy the 100^th one and guess what? You’re the monkey that hosts the next party!) and photograph the party itself. There’s always music, and if you bring a plate or drink you can share with everyone else.

7:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at 313 S. 7^th St., Tacoma (next to Puget Sound Pizza). www.100thmonkeytacoma.com