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Club Meetings

Next meeting: July 11, 2026 (Private meeting – See below)

Where does the club meet?

The club’s current regular monthly meeting location is American Legion Post #2 at 11204 Park Avenue South in Tacoma. However, club coin shows have moved to AMVETS Post #1 at 5717 South Tyler Street in Tacoma.

Keep in mind that events may occasionally be subject to changes or cancellations. Check this website the day of the event for any last-minute updates.

Please contact club president Todd Hughes (see the “Team” page) if you would like more information about club meetings and events, or if you have a suggestion or topic to discuss.

When does the club meet?

Monthly meetings are on the 3rd Thursday of each month from about 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., with doors opening around 6 p.m. Business meetings are held as announced when needed to satisfy business requirements and may be held at 6 p.m. if preceding a regular meeting.

The next annual coin show is scheduled for Saturday September 12, and is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The coin show webpage provides more details.

What should I expect at a club meeting?

Monthly meetings typically include a brief report on club news and activities, some type of educational presentation or activity, show & tell, a raffle and auction, and refreshments and time to socialize with fellow club members. TLCC members can submit up to five items for auction at most meetings – see the auction page for more information and the auction form.

What programs are scheduled for upcoming club meetings?

July 11 – There will be a private gathering for club members by invitation. This is typically on a weekend afternoon rather than on a Thursday evening. This year it will be on the afternoon of Saturday, July 11, one week after the 4th of July. Members – see the newsletter for details.

August 20 – To be announced.

September 17 – To be announced.

What programs have already been given this year?

January 15 – This meeting included a “discussion on gold and silver and what we know is going on in the world with these two precious metals.”

February 19 – Meeting conducted by the treasurer, in the absence of the president and VP. The speaker was Walter, a YN, about the new Washington State sales tax on coins and bullion.

March 19 – Todd brought some club memorabilia for the group to peruse and discuss. You can also visit the Memorabilia Gallery and view or download the PDF file.

April 16 – Todd brought more club memorabilia for the group to peruse and discuss. You can also visit the Memorabilia Gallery and view or download the PDF file.

May 21 – Greg Bennick spoke about “counterstamps on coins.”

June 18 – For June, we discussed, “How do I get my coins and currency professionally graded?” This is a very important topic nowadays, so we suggested that you come and be prepared to learn and take notes.

How can I learn more about upcoming club meetings?

That’s easy! Simply join the club, get on the club’s email mailing list, and you’ll receive the monthly newsletter, in which the club president discusses upcoming meetings and events.

I’d also like to know about other coin clubs, shows and events

That’s a great idea! Start by visiting the PNNA club page and the PNNA event page. (Or see our information page for more PNNA and ANA links.)

Finally, where has the club met before in recent years?

Dec. 2021 and March to May 2022 – Bur’s Restaurant in Lakewood (3rd Tuesday).
Mar. to Nov. 2021 and Jan. 2022 – Online meetings via Zoom (3rd Tuesday).
Apr. 2020 to Feb. 2021 – No meetings. Virtual show & tell available.
Jan. to Mar. 2020 – GLMHC (2nd Tuesday).
Dec. 2019 – Bur’s Restaurant in Lakewood (2nd Tuesday).
Aug. to Nov. 2019 – Lakewood Community Center (2nd Tuesday).
May 2015 to June 2019 – GLMHC facility (3rd Tuesday).
Feb. to Apr. 2015 – Tacoma Elks Lodge #174 (2nd Tuesday or Thursday).
Jan. 2015 – GLMHC (1st Tuesday). Meetings had previously been held for many years on the 1st Tuesday, including at Greater Lakes Mental Health Care (GLMHC), where an employee (now retired) is also a coin club member.