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SUMMARY:Form A Line
DESCRIPTION:Childhood’s End Gallery presents Form a Line\, a group exhibition of new work by four distinct Pacific Northwest artists. Finding common ground in bold representation of the natural world\, Kathy Anderson\, Colleen Cotey\, Sara Gettys\, and Julia Janeway each bring a practiced sensitivity to their chosen mediums. Through processes that remove material or add it\, these four artists present new works rooted in an intimate knowledge of place and material.\n\n\nArtist Reception – Saturday\, Aug 8\, 4-6pm\n\nChildhood’s End Gallery\n222 4th Ave W\nOlympia WA 98501\n\nAlways FREE to enter\n\n360-943-3724\n\ninfo@childhoods-end-gallery.com
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/form-a-line/
LOCATION:Childhood’s End Gallery\, 222 4th Ave W\, Olympia\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Childhood's End Gallery":MAILTO:info@childhoods-end-gallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T170000
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SUMMARY:She Loves Me
DESCRIPTION:The original “it’s complicated.”\nCenterstage Presents \nShe Loves Me!\n \nBy JOE MASTEROFF\, JERRY BOCK\, AND SHELDON HARNICK\nDirected by Michelle Blackmon\nMay 22 – June 14\, 2026 \nFridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm\, and Sundays at 2:00pm\nFEDERAL WAY\, WA—Anonymous letters and mistaken identities entwine with a gorgeous score and wonderful characters in this delightful\, elegant musical comedy. In a bustling European city\, a small perfume shop sees its fair share of colorful clients\, to say nothing of the staff! Shop clerks Amalia and Georg tend to clash more often than not; both of them are competitive\, customer-focused\, and all business. But outside of work\, each has a secret: a romantic pen pal they write rapturous letters to – someone they’ve never even met! …Or have they? \n\nShe Loves Me was nominated for five Tony Awards when it debuted on Broadway\, and both revivals garnered awards of their own. Join Amalia\, Georg\, and all their coworkers as they try to discover the secret identities of both lovers and liars alike!\n\nRating:  All ages.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/she-loves-me/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:Centerstage Theatre\, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd\, Federal Way\, WA\, 98023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Centerstage Theatre":MAILTO:rylie@centerstagetheatre.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T174506Z
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SUMMARY:LoveOly Music in the Park 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Olympia Downtown Alliance is excited to bring back Music in the Park\, presented by Olympia Federal Savings\, a beloved summer tradition featuring live\, local music in beautiful downtown settings. Join us for four Wednesdays of free outdoor concerts at Sylvester Park and Port Plaza.\n\nWhether you’re dancing with friends or relaxing on a picnic blanket\, this series is your invitation to celebrate summer with music\, community\, and good vibes.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/loveoly-music-in-the-park-2026/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Sylvester Park\, 615 Washington Street\, Olympia\, WA 98501\, 615 Washington St SE\, Olympia\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T180000
DTSTAMP:20260822T135253Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T135253Z
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SUMMARY:Olympia Harbor Days Maritime Festival and Tugboat Races
DESCRIPTION:The Olympia Harbor Days Festival\, a free event offered every Labor Day Weekend\, is an award winning free and family friendly event that showcases many of the vintage tugboats of the Puget Sound with a walk aboard show at the docks and races in the bay.\n\nFestival attendees will enjoy great food\, great music\, great artisans\, plus nautical and marine themed attractions\, and hands-on activities\, including Olympia’s tugboat heritage\, tribal history and the working waterfront with Port of Olympia tours. All in all\, there are over 300 things to do and see.\n\nBring your kids to this family-friendly maritime celebration and fuel their dreams of working on the water and sailing the world when they grow up. Olympia Harbor Days Festival also includes locally hand built small watercraft (Bob Peck’s mini tugs featured at the large pavilion at Percival Landing Park)\, tribal cultural sharings\, sand carving\, and dancing pirates just to name a few.\n\nVisit www.harbordays.com for the full schedule of events and more information.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-harbor-days-maritime-festival-and-tugboat-races/
LOCATION:Downtown Olympia Waterfront\, 217 Thurston Ave NW\, Olympia\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Sound Maritime Heritage Association":MAILTO:info@HarborDays.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260729T200424Z
CREATED:20260729T200421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T200424Z
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SUMMARY:Seymour’s Kids Club: Tell Me a Story
DESCRIPTION:Seymour’s Kids Club: Tell Me a Story\nSaturday\, September 5\, 2026 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nAdmission is included with advance registration or general admission. \nChildren aged 5 and under are always free!\nSeymour’s Kids Club returns with a special session on storytelling! Join us for a story reading in the gallery\, followed by a fun discussion about the key elements that make a great story—characters\, setting\, and plot. Then put your creativity to work by creating your own story and bringing it to life through a painting activity inspired by the characters and adventures you imagine!\n\nSeymour’s Kids Club is a series of interactive\, educational family programs designed to introduce children (ages 4 to 10) to the history and culture of Washington State and to spark curiosity.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/seymours-kids-club-tell-me-a-story/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98402
CATEGORIES:Books and Words
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington State History Museum":MAILTO:derek.nguyen@wshs.wa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T163000
DTSTAMP:20260717T002002Z
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SUMMARY:Barefoot in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the word: he’s a straight‑laced lawyer; she’s a free spirit chasing her next thrill. Their sixth‑floor Manhattan walk‑up is riddled with leaks\, bad plumbing\, and a paint job long overdue. After a six‑day honeymoon\, Corie’s eccentric mother crashes the party\, and their quirky attic neighbor\, Velasco\, drops in—literally—turning domestic bliss into comic mayhem. As Paul’s pragmatism clashes with Corie’s spontaneity\, only a barefoot sprint through Washington Square can save their marriage. Smart\, snappy\, and full of heart\, Tony Award-winning Barefoot in the Park opened on Broadway in 1963 and ran for 1\,530 performances\, becoming Neil Simon’s first smash hit and one of the ten longest‑running plays in Broadway history. Today\, Simon’s landmark comedy remains an American stage treasure\, its sparkling wit and heartfelt charm as irresistible as ever.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/barefoot-in-the-park/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:State Theater\, 202 4th Avenue East\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Harlequin Productions":MAILTO:helen@harlequinproductions.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260907T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260907T113000
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SUMMARY:Parent Toddler Sensory Friendly Dance
DESCRIPTION: This class is for kiddos ages 2-3 who are neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. Please bring headphones for your child if they benefit from wearing them\, we will have a few spare pairs as well! 
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/parent-toddler-sensory-friendly-dance/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:The Olympia Center\, 222 columbia st\, Olympia\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Sound Dance Access":MAILTO:access@southsounddance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260826T185520Z
CREATED:20260826T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T185520Z
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SUMMARY:Auditions for Capital City Chorus of Olympia
DESCRIPTION:Capital City Chorus of Olympia welcomes new singers to join our community chorus. You don’t need to prepare anything\, just yourself. We have people of all skill levels and experience auditioning. Monday\, September 7 and Tuesday\, September 8 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church\, 1515 Harrison Ave.\, Olympia.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/auditions-for-capital-city-chorus-of-olympia/
LOCATION:Gloria Dei Lutheran Church\, 1515 Harrison Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital City Chorus of Olympia":MAILTO:director@cccolympia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260911T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T235959
DTSTAMP:20260731T161130Z
CREATED:20260731T161115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T161130Z
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SUMMARY:ISM Festival
DESCRIPTION:ISM Festival is a 3 day experimental music / visual / movement / film / performance-art event. It features 80+ performances in 7 venues across Downtown Olympia.  \nISM was created to catalyze the inventive\, experimental performance art that Olympia has historically been known for (worldwide). Some venues are free. Tickets start at $15. All performances walkable in Downtown Olympia.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/ism-festival/
LOCATION:downtown olympia\, Downtown Olympia at 5th Avenue and Washington Street\, Olympia\, 98502
CATEGORIES:Dance,Film,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISM Festival":MAILTO:ism-oly@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260826T211613Z
CREATED:20260826T211609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T211613Z
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SUMMARY:Books by the Bay
DESCRIPTION:A Seaside Celebration to Benefit the South Sound Reading Foundation. Our annual unique literacy-themed gala features award-winning author speaker\, live music\, delicious food and signature cocktails\, ‘A Chance to Cherish’ silent auction\, a gorgeous Panowicz raffle\, the famous Punch Wall\, Blind Date With a Book\, and more!
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/books-by-the-bay/
LOCATION:Olympia Country and Golf Club\, 3636 Country Club Road NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Community Event,Food,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Sound Reading Foundation":MAILTO:read2me@nthurston.k12.wa.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T155615Z
CREATED:20260727T155559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T155615Z
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SUMMARY:Auditions for Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:The Lord Franzannian Royal Olympia Spectacular Vaudeville show is seeking new original acts for its 20th anniversary show!\nNOW is the time to GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER in preparation for the September auditions.\nWe are seeking dancers\, singers\, clowns\, puppeteers\, comics\, sketch artists\, strongmen/women\, freaks\, burlesque performers\, acrobats\, and ___________ plus anything else you can think of!\nCome be part of Olympia history and perform in Olympia’s best community variety show! All performers are paid.\nAll talents considered: traditional performance genres to modern bizarre concepts. We want your weird talent. What can you do?\n\nAuditions\nSeptember 13\, 2026\n2-5 pm\nWild Child performance space\n414 4th Ave E. Downtown Olympia\n\nDetails:\nShow Runs Oct 9\,10\,11\, and 16\,17\,18\, and 23\,24\, 2026\nTwo required rehearsals Oct 7 and 8.\nActs should be 2-5 minutes in duration.\nVirtual/video auditions also accepted\nGo to www.professionaltalker.com/vaudvilleshow to submit video auditions and to get more information.\nDirected by Elizabeth Lord\nMore info and questions 360-250-2721
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/auditions-for-variety-show/
LOCATION:Wild Child\, 414 4th Ave E\, Olympia\, Olympia\, 89501
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Event,Music,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="BigShowCity":MAILTO:elizabeth-lord@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260914T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260914T235959
DTSTAMP:20260826T221214Z
CREATED:20260826T221210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T221214Z
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SUMMARY:Extended Deadline to Enter TCC's Indigenous Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The deadline to enter TCC’s Indigenous Art Exhibition has been extended to Sept. 14. The exhibition will take place Nov. 17 – Dec. 18 in the Building 4 Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/extended-deadline-to-enter-tccs-indigenous-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Gallery at Tacoma Community College\, 6501 South 19th Street\, Tacoma\, 98466
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tacoma Community College":MAILTO:rpayne@tacomacc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260807T215008Z
CREATED:20260807T215005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T215008Z
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SUMMARY:The Painted Screen - Caravaggio: The Soul and the Blood
DESCRIPTION:Experience art like never before.\n\nJoin us for The Painted Screen\, a monthly series exploring the lives and legacies of artists who have shaped how we see the world. Each screening offers a window into the creative spirit—a journey through color\, passion\, and imagination\, told through the power of film. Every third Friday at 2 pm.\n\nCaravaggio: The Soul and the Blood\n\n2018 – 1 hour 30 minutes\n\nA breathtaking cinematic journey into the life and legacy of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio\, one of the most revolutionary and controversial figures in art history. This 90-minute documentary offers an unprecedented\, ultra-high-definition look at the master’s work.\n\nExperience the dramatic interplay of light and shadow through stunning 4K close-ups that reveal individual brushstrokes and details invisible to the naked eye. The film blends expert commentary from renowned art historians with striking\, avant-garde cinematic sequences that explore Caravaggio’s turbulent life and artistic vision.\n\nPerfect for art lovers\, history enthusiasts\, and anyone fascinated by the Baroque era.\n\nLight refreshments will be served\, followed by an optional\, informal group discussion.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/the-painted-screen-caravaggio-the-soul-and-the-blood/
LOCATION:Lacey Timberland Library\, 500 College St SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lacey Timberland Library":MAILTO:laref@trl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260814T151633Z
CREATED:20260814T151611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T151633Z
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SUMMARY:StoryOly Grand Slam
DESCRIPTION:What: The 11th Annual StoryOly Grand Slam\nWhen: Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\nTime:     Door at 6pm\n               Show at 7pm\nWhere: Capitol Theater\, 206 5th Ave. SE Olympia WA\nTickets: $23.25 (includes OFS service fee of $3.25) in Advance at https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/storyoly-grandslam or at OFS Box Office.\nYou Can at the DOOR\, no one turned away night of event!\n\n STORYOLY GRAND SLAM\n\nDetails:\nThis is the culminating event of StoryOly\, the season finale!\nEvery month (Nov- Aug) people gather and listen to personal stories\, true stories from life\, told by their fellow community members at the monthly StoryOly Storytelling Slam. At each storytelling slam (contest) a winner is chosen based on their excellent storytelling skills. Now – those selected monthly winners will compete with each other for the StoryOly Grand Slam Title! And a sizeable Cash Prize!\n\nHosted by local storyteller Elizabeth Lord.\nThree local celebrity judges will choose the Grand Slam Champion. This year’s judges are former Olympia mayor Cheryl Selby\, Oly Arts publisher/actor John Serembe\, and Window Seat Media folklorist/oral historian Elaine Vradenburgh.\nLive music opens and closes the night with Moon Scooter (A local four-piece funk combo).\nIf you are a fan of The Moth Radio Show this is the event for you!\n\nA portion of the Door proceeds will benefit The Downtown Olympia Creative District. DOCD | Downtown Olympia Creative District\n\nCash Only bar upstairs provided by Olympia Film Society.\nThe best of the Olympia best will tell stories this night! Join Us!\n\nMore info:\nContact Elizabeth Lord\, 360-250-2721\nwww.storyoly.com
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/storyoly-grand-slam/2026-09-19/1/
LOCATION:Capitol Theater\, 206 5th Ave. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Community Event,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="StoryOly":MAILTO:amyorca@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260829T154224Z
CREATED:20260829T154129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T154224Z
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SUMMARY:Staged reading of “Brighton Beach Memoirs”
DESCRIPTION:Support local families at a staged reading of Neil Simon’s classic play about immigrants\, “Brighton Beach Memoirs.”
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/staged-reading-of-brighton-beach-memoirs/
LOCATION:Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation\, 2315 Division St. NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T181500
DTSTAMP:20260817T144458Z
CREATED:20260817T144442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T144458Z
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SUMMARY:Fast Friends - Friendship Game Show
DESCRIPTION:A comedy adventure where you can make a new pal\, hash out beef with an existing buddy (real or made up!)! What the funishment?! Win a photoshoot!!!?\n\nLike to make a new friend?\n\nHave a conflict (real\, made up\, from the past that hasn’t been resolved and you’d like to act it out with a stranger) you’d like to have mediated by comedians?\n\nEnjoy laughter\, comedy\, a splash of drama\, and ridiculous fun?!\n\nCome check out Fast Friends! A comedy game show where new friends are made\, conflicts are resolved\, and stand-up comedians keep it silly!\n\nThe audience is the jury\, the host is the judge\, and the pair voted “best friends” win a cheesy\, professional photo shoot on the spot!
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/fast-friends-friendship-game-show/2026-09-26/1/
LOCATION:TC MEDIA STUDIOS\, 440 Yauger Way SW\, Olympia\, WA\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Emberprises":MAILTO:forestemberprises@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260903T203338Z
CREATED:20260822T190901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T203338Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Puget Sound Book Artists Annual Members’ Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Olympia\, WA — Puget Sound Book Artists (PSBA) proudly marks a milestone year with its 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibition\, a celebration of creativity\, community\, and the art of the book.  \nCentered on the theme “15\,” the 2026 exhibition invites artists to reflect on the past\, honor achievements\, and imagine the future. From fifteen years of friendship to journeys lasting fifteen days\, from collections of fifteen meaningful objects to explorations of the number itself the exhibition offers unique interpretations of this anniversary theme. 
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/2026-puget-sound-book-artists-annual-members-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Puget Sound Book Artists":MAILTO:aelizabeth.storey@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T173000
DTSTAMP:20260831T214351Z
CREATED:20260831T214346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T214351Z
UID:10006809-1790613000-1790616600@olyarts.org
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Dance Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:This specialized recreation class is designed for children developmentally ages 10-13 who are neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectrum. We provide a nurturing space for creative dance that fosters motor skills\, self expression\, and mind-body connection. Supported with props from sensory toolhouse LLC. Together we will explore creative movement\, concept based games\, and movement elements like time\, space\, and direction!
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/sensory-friendly-dance-ages-10-13/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Jacob Smith House\, 4500 Intelco Loop S\, Lacey\, 98503
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Sound Dance Access":MAILTO:access@southsounddance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261130T235959
DTSTAMP:20260901T222443Z
CREATED:20260829T212303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T222443Z
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SUMMARY:Arts Olympia Fall Show
DESCRIPTION:Come see Original Art by our local artists! Stop by for a bagel and enjoy! Schwartz’s Bakery\, 124 4th Ave E\, Olympia
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/arts-olympia-fall-show/
LOCATION:Schwartz’s Bakery\, 124 4th Ave E\, Olympia\, WA\, Washington\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Olympia.org":MAILTO:skcampbell57@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260725T153037Z
CREATED:20260725T153025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T153037Z
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SUMMARY:Olympia Weavers Guild Annual Show and Sale 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Olympia Weavers Guild for their exciting Annual Show and Sale! This in-person event is the perfect chance to explore beautiful handwoven creations\, meet talented local artists\, and maybe take home some stunning handmade textiles. Whether you’re a weaving pro or just curious\, there’s something here for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fun\, creative gathering!\n\nFree admission\, free parking\, ADA compliant venue.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-weavers-guild-annual-show-and-sale-2026/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds\, 3054 Carpenter Rd\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Weavers Guild":MAILTO:info@olympiaweaversguild.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260904T221920Z
CREATED:20260904T221913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T221920Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Regional Community College Student Art Exhibition Reception
DESCRIPTION:View art by students from Tacoma Community College\, Pierce College\, Green River College\, and South Puget Sound Community College in the Building 4 Art Gallery at TCC. Pieces for this exhibition are selected by art faculty from the participating colleges\, and the exhibition offer students a chance to share their work with peers and to strengthen their exhibition histories. Free admission!\n\nFind Gallery hours and parking information\, upcoming events and exhibitions\, and calls for entry at tacomacc.edu/thegallery.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/2nd-annual-regional-community-college-student-art-exhibition-reception/
LOCATION:The Gallery at Tacoma Community College\, 6501 South 19th Street\, Tacoma\, 98466
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tacoma Community College":MAILTO:rpayne@tacomacc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260730T181059Z
CREATED:20260730T181056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T181059Z
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SUMMARY:Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell
DESCRIPTION:Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nAdmission is included with advance registration or general admission. \nChildren aged 5 and under are always free!\nHot Wheels\, LEGOs\, and stuffed animals are among today’s favorite show-and-tell treasures—but what were children’s favorite toys long ago? Bring your favorite toy and join us for an interactive show-and-tell as we explore toys from the past. Participants will compare their favorite show-and-tell items with favorites from the past and create a historic toy to take home.\n\nSeymour’s Kids Club is a series of interactive\, educational family programs designed to introduce children (ages 4 to 10) to the history and culture of Washington State and to spark curiosity.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/seymours-kids-club-show-and-tell/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98402
CATEGORIES:Books and Words
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington State History Museum":MAILTO:derek.nguyen@wshs.wa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260814T153507Z
CREATED:20260814T153504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T153507Z
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SUMMARY:Gandhi's wife tells her side of the story
DESCRIPTION:Who was Kasturba Gandhi? As Mahatma Gandhi’s wife\, Kasturba Gandhi was an activist\, a freedom fighter in her own right\, and an inspiration to many in India’s struggle for independence. \n\nSouth Sound Story Guild zooms in storyteller Roopa Mohan\, a native of India\, now from San Francisco\, California. Roopa takes on the persona of Kasturba Gandhi\, Gandhi’s wife\, and tells her side of the story. \n\nOn Wednesday\, October 7\, at Traditions Cafe\, at 6 pm\, South Sound Story Guild zooms in two storytellers from out of town. At 7 pm\, we open Story Swap\, where audience members may tell a story\, personal or folktale\, about 8 minutes in length. So come to sit back and listen or to tell your own story.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/gandhis-wife-tells-her-side-of-the-story/
LOCATION:Traditions Fair Trade Cafe\, 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="SouthSoundStoryGuild":MAILTO:mlott1256@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T203209Z
CREATED:20260815T195527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T203209Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Meet and Greet Power of Place\, The Governor's Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Meet artists\, chat about their art\, and enjoy an early afternoon reception with appetizers and dessert at the Governor’s Mansion!\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to connect in person with amazing artists at the Power of Place Meet and Greet! Whether you’re an art lover\, history enthusiast\, or simply curious about Washington’s rich heritage\, this is a unique chance to experience the Governor’s Mansion in an intimate and memorable way.\n\nThursday\, October 8\n\n11:30 AM -1 PM\n\nStep inside the Washington State Governor’s Mansion for a rare opportunity to meet the artists behind Power of Place\, the Governor’s Mansion’s America 250 exhibition.\n\nHear firsthand the stories\, inspirations\, and connections behind the artwork while exploring the exhibition in the company of the artists themselves. From farm fields to city streets\, Indigenous heritage to the quiet and bustling corners of Washington\, the exhibition reflects a wide range of experiences—and the artists who bring them to life.\n\nEnjoy a relaxed afternoon reception with non-alcoholic beverages\, appetizers\, and dessert as you mingle with the artists and fellow guests. Tickets are $34 for Governor’s Mansion Foundation Friends and $40 for general admission. To become a Friend of the Mansion\, please see our website at wagovmansion.org\n\nFeatured Artists\n\nDan Friday (Lummi) · Andy Eccleshall · Carla Paine · Melanie Thompson · Louie Gong (Nooksack) · Michael Stasinos · James Kroner · Nancy Romanovsky
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/artist-meet-and-greet-power-of-place-the-governors-mansion/
LOCATION:The Governor’s Mansion
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260903T164552Z
CREATED:20260903T164544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T164552Z
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SUMMARY:The Music of Billy Joel
DESCRIPTION:Terry Shaw and His Band play the hits of Billy Joel.  Dinner service is available at 5:45 (dinner sold separately).  Reservations HIGHLY recommended.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/the-music-of-billy-joel/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Traditions Fair Trade Cafe\, 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry Shaw":MAILTO:strauss77@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T182223Z
CREATED:20260904T182219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182223Z
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SUMMARY:Olympia Symphony Presents LIFT: Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue
DESCRIPTION:LIFT opens Olympia Symphony’s 2026/27 season\, Kaleidoscope\, with American music in full color.\n\nFrom Jessie Montgomery’s Banner\, a searching reimagining of the national anthem\, to Wynton Marsalis’s sweeping Blues Symphony\, this concert listens to America through joy\, memory\, resilience\, and hope. Guest artist Calder Failla joins the orchestra for Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue\, where classical brilliance meets jazz-age energy\, followed by the symphonic world of Porgy and Bess: Catfish Row and James P. Johnson’s Victory Stride.\n\nA season opener with rhythm\, soul\, and lift.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-symphony-presents-lift-gershwins-rhapsody-in-blue/
LOCATION:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts\, 512 Washington St SE\, Olympia
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:oso@olympiasymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T213000
DTSTAMP:20260728T203025Z
CREATED:20260727T195442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T203025Z
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SUMMARY:Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Equal parts cabaret\, comedy\, and catharsis — Randy Rainbow is exactly what we need right now. The four-time Emmy®-nominated comedian\, producer\, actor\, writer\, and Internet phenomenon is bringing his wildly popular National Freakin’ Treasure tour. Famous for skewering politics with show-tune precision and a dazzling sense of humor\, Randy has been profiled by CBS Sunday Morning\, The Washington Post\, CNN\, NPR\, and Entertainment Weekly. His debut album earned a Grammy® nomination\, and his sold-out concert tours have delighted audiences coast to coast. Come experience the musical comedy event of the season — and remember what it feels like to really\, truly laugh.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/randy-rainbow-national-freakin-treasure/
LOCATION:Washington Center for the Performing Arts\, 512 Washington St SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Comedy,Film,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:boxoffice@washingtoncenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260903T202853Z
CREATED:20260806T214504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T202853Z
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SUMMARY:Write in the Harbor
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Write in the Harbor\, the annual regional writer’s conference held at Tacoma Community College’s Gig Harbor Campus!\n\nFeaturing Keynote Speaker Suzanne Morrison\, this year’s conference theme is “Shaping the Narrative.”\n\nAn early bird rate is available through Sept. 18\, and a discounted rate is available for students with current Washington State college ID.\n\nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/write-in-the-harbor/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Tacoma Community College Gig Harbor Campus\, 3993 Hunt Street Northwest\, Gig Harbor\, 98335
CATEGORIES:Books and Words
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tacoma Community College":MAILTO:rpayne@tacomacc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T154000
DTSTAMP:20260903T202554Z
CREATED:20260810T170441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T202554Z
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SUMMARY:FDR’s Very Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Franklin Delano Roosevelt hosted a cocktail hour nearly every day at the White House\, welcoming folks from different backgrounds to sip martinis\, laugh\, and connect. Inspired by FDR’s love of stirring up drinks and lively conversation to unwind in challenging times\, this immersive new play mixes humor and history to build on this tradition for our era\, asking how the 32nd President’s triumphs and failures might illuminate our own civic health. As FDR invites us to ponder life\, a complicated legacy\, and the pursuit of community\, strangers become friends—and perhaps\, together\, we can find ways to talk with our neighbors again. This project prioritizes exploring the creation of an accessible experience for the fullest human spectrum possible. Captioning\, ASL Interpretation\, and design of the physical space for wheelchair access are part of the show. (FDR used a wheelchair\, after all.)\n\nThere are four performances of this production:\n\nThursday\, Nov. 5 at 7:30 pm\n\nFriday\, Nov. 6 at 7:30 pm\n\nSaturday\, Nov. 7 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm\n\nTickets available at washingtoncenter.org or by calling the Box Office at 3360-753-8586.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/fdrs-very-happy-hour/2026-11-07/1/
LOCATION:Washington Center Black Box\, 512 Washington Street SE\, Olympia\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Film,Music,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:boxoffice@washingtoncenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T175517Z
CREATED:20260904T175514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T175517Z
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SUMMARY:Olympia Symphony Presents EVLOVE: Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale
DESCRIPTION:A soldier. A violin. A devil. A world being born.\n\nEVOLVE brings two theatrical works together in one intimate concert of story\, rhythm\, and transformation. In La Création du Monde\, The Creation of the World\, Darius Milhaud turns a creation myth into a jazz-infused ballet\, shaped by the sound world he encountered in Harlem. In L’Histoire du soldat\, The Soldier’s Tale\, Igor Stravinsky tells a sharp\, unforgettable story of a soldier who trades his violin\, his heart and soul\, to the Devil for unlimited wealth.\n\nWith Aaron Lamb\, Producing Artistic Director of Harlequin Productions\, joining as narrator\, EVOLVE becomes a concert where music speaks\, stories move\, and every choice carries a cost.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-symphony-presents-evlove-stravinskys-the-soldiers-tale/
LOCATION:Capital High School Performing Arts Center\, 2707 Conger Ave NW\, Olympia\, 98502
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:oso@olympiasymphony.org
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