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Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, OlympiaOlympia's annual Adult Winter Reading Challenge is back!! Read a variety of books from January 1 to March 30 for a chance to win local prizes -- but most importantly to discover a lot of good books!! Challenge sheets are available at the Olympia or West Olympia library -- or download by clicking here. We ...
Banned Books Bingo
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, LaceyThe Lacey Library invites you to join us this winter on a fun and informative reading adventure. Play Banned Books Bingo with us, January 2 – March 31, 2024, to get better acquainted with banned titles, and make up your mind about their content. How to Play: Bingo sheets will be at the Lacey Library. Complete ...
2nd Annual Black Artists Exhibition
The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, TacomaCurated by a panel of art jurists, the 2nd Annual Black Artists Exhibition highlights Black creators in our community. The exhibition includes several opportunities for members of the public to engage with the art and artists, including Gallery Talks by 12 of the 22 exhibition artists, a community reception, and a Family Day which will ...
Places Where I Belong: A Playback Theatre performance
Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, OlympiaJoin Brave Practice Playback Theatre Collective for a conversation through storytelling and theatre. Come experience the magic of Playback Theatre with Window Seat’s team of theatre artists. Share stories and see them played back artistically on the spot. What does “access-for-all” mean? When are moments and experiences in your life of finding places of belonging? ...
Film Screening and Community Discussion: 2040
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, OlympiaJoin us, in partnership with City of Olympia and Evergreen's Center for Climate Action and Sustainability, for a special after-hours screening of the film 2040. Concerned about his young daughter's future, filmmaker Damon Gameau travels the world in search of new approaches and solutions to climate change. There will be a short discussion after with local ...