The "artistic revival" of Hilltop is in full effect. If you haven't taken notice you're missing the boat. Next Thursday offers a chance to gather at Fulcrum Gallery for a reception featuring music, poetry and spoken word. 6 Deep the Messenger will go hard with the spoken word, Miz Floes will delve into the poetry, Makeup Monsters and Tallest Tree will dole out the indie rock, and Jalen, DJ Broam, E.S. and Chonie Diego will break out the electronic goodness. Earlier in the evening a year of Spaceworks Tacoma will be celebrated at surrounding venues.

[Fulcrum Gallery, 8-11 p.m., $7, 1308 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Tacoma. 253.250.0520]