We want to learn how to weld, not just for practical purposes; we want to make intricate iron and steel sculptures that will still be around when the rest of us are living on Mars. We might ask the artists at the Nitty Gritty Tacoma Salvage & Industrial Art Showfor pointers. In celebration of Tacoma Arts Month, the show will feature local art that revolves around Tacoma industry and architecture. Puyallup Tribe graffiti artist Daniel Yeloe and mural artist Chris Sharp will be in attendance for a meet-and-greet and the unveiling of their art from 3-4 p.m. Kim Archer, A Flock of Geezers and Shotgun Kitchen will provide the live soundtrack. Food will be available for purchase from Finnwick's Kitchen. Anthem Coffee will be providing free beverages.

Nitty Gritty Tacoma Salvage & Industrial Art Show, 1-5 p.m.,Earthwise Architectural Salvage, 626 E. 60th St., Tacoma, free admission, 253.476.7837