No good Tacoman worth their salt passes up a chance at a "private party," even if it's just being billed as such for legal reasons. More importantly, no good Tacoman wastes an opportunity to catch outdoor late-summer barbecue action backed by bands Hands of Toil, Weird Tigers (members of Blanco Bronco and Durango 95) and special guests (who may or may not be leaving on tour soon, according to hype). It's just a no-brainier. Luckily, Friday The New Frontier Lounge is getting into the private party business, hosting all the aforementioned awesomeness on its outdoor stage. Are you invited? Of course you are. It may be private, but anyone over the age of 21 is encouraged to come out and have fun. Dig into some barbecue, your new favorite band Weird Tigers, and all the local goodness that makes this town bearable. But be warned: It's BYOB. 

[The New Frontier Lounge, 7 p.m., tip jar for the bands, 301 E. 25^th St., Tacoma, 253.572.4020]