The 253 Collective, founded by Tacoma's own Linda Danforth, has been going strong for two-plus years. Friday, with help from Tower Bar & Grill, the 253 Collective celebrates the opening of its latest group show, which according to hype (and not surprisingly) "aims to highlight and celebrate local artists and businesses, and will feature a variety of art pieces from members of the collective from February to March."

Landscape painter, and 253 Collective member, John Wise will be in the house busting out a live painting demonstration.

Best of all, a percentage of proceeds from artwork sales during the reception will go to charities chosen by artists in the collective.

[Tower Bar & Grill, 5-8 p.m., 1101 Tacoma Ave., Tacoma, 253.212.1357]