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Community Event
Puget Sound Book Artists 13th Annual Members’ Exhibition: Time Travel: A Creative Journey Through Time
Collins Library University of Puget Sound 1500 N Warner St, Tacoma, WA 98416, Tacoma WAPlayful and profound, the Puget Sound Book Artists 13th Annual Members’ Exhibition on the theme of Time Travel will be exhibited at the Collins Memorial Library, University of Puget Sound, from June 4–August 1, 2024. It will also be shown at The Evergreen State College Library, in Olympia, from September 29–December 20, 2024. On display ...
Lacey in Tune
Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesCome experience the harmony of music and nature at Lacey in Tune. This FREE family-friendly musical series brings together talented artist of various performances. From interactive children’s songs, Classic rock hits, and Celtic Folk music to Reptile Presentations, Comedic Pirates, Amazing Magic and so much more! There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Pack a picnic, ...
Play in the Parks
Gather the kids and join us Thursday afternoons for fun and laughter at different parks in Lacey for our Play in the Park series. Come enjoy this wonderful opportunity to bond with family and friends with FREE entertainment and activities in July and August!
Lantern Lights the Library: Live Music
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThis series of events makes local music accessible to people of all ages in a safe, fun environment. The lineup this month is Manic Pixie Dream Boat (Oly), The Etnos (Oly), and Titans of Industry (PDX). We'll have light snacks and earplugs available. Come experience local music and get loud at the library! Thank you to Lantern Records ...
The 19th Annual IN THE SPIRIT Arts Market and Northwest Native Festival
Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave., TacomaThe IN THE SPIRIT Arts Market and Northwest Native Festival is an annual summer celebration of Native arts and culture. The festival offers a variety of activities for all ages, including art exhibitions, a fashion show at the Tacoma Art Museum, live performances, artisan vendors, interactive activities, and food. This free community event is hosted ...
Stories in the Park, Stories in the Dark
Squaxin Park 2600 E Bay Dr NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesStories in the Park, Stories in the Dark, Features live storytelling, folktales, humorous stories, and spooky stories told in the second hour. Stories told in the ancient tradition from the creative minds of the storytellers of the South Sound Story Guild. We are a non-profit community organization preserving the art of the spoken story told ...
Eco-Fair and Eco-Art Fair
The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 1601 North St. SE, Olympia, WA, United States“What on Earth Can YOU Do?” Is the Eco-Fair theme. It is an opportunity for folks to explore ways to take action that will help slow climate change, reduce household costs, and protect local ecosystems. The general public is invited to learn what they can do in their homes, garden, driving, travel, conservation and much ...
Dance to the Music of the Forest
Squaxin Park 2600 E Bay Dr NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin our 1st outdoor community dance with friends and family of all ages. Dance to the music of trees singing in real time. A special device, called Plants Play, converts the tree’s electric signals into notes; the music will be amplified for dancers and audience alike. FREE and donations are appreciated.
Creativity Salons hosted by Window Seat Media, monthly
The Liberation Collective, YWCA Friendship Hall 220 Union Ave SE, OlympiaCome learn from and with other artists. Work on a creative project, build skills in your chosen artistic practice and gain insight from other creatives during your process. Window Seat Media is hosting a space to support community members engaging in creativity. Bring a storytelling project in your chosen medium that you want to work ...
Creativity Salons hosted by Window Seat Media, monthly
The Liberation Collective, YWCA Friendship Hall 220 Union Ave SE, OlympiaCome learn from and with other artists. Work on a creative project, build skills in your chosen artistic practice and gain insight from other creatives during your process. Window Seat Media is hosting a space to support community members engaging in creativity. Bring a storytelling project in your chosen medium that you want to work ...
Creativity Salons hosted by Window Seat Media, monthly
The Liberation Collective, YWCA Friendship Hall 220 Union Ave SE, OlympiaCome learn from and with other artists. Work on a creative project, build skills in your chosen artistic practice and gain insight from other creatives during your process. Window Seat Media is hosting a space to support community members engaging in creativity. Bring a storytelling project in your chosen medium that you want to work ...
Creativity Salons hosted by Window Seat Media, monthly
The Liberation Collective, YWCA Friendship Hall 220 Union Ave SE, OlympiaCome learn from and with other artists. Work on a creative project, build skills in your chosen artistic practice and gain insight from other creatives during your process. Window Seat Media is hosting a space to support community members engaging in creativity. Bring a storytelling project in your chosen medium that you want to work ...