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SUMMARY:Hidden Layers: Women's Undergarments and How They've Shaped Ladies' Liberties
DESCRIPTION:Women’s underwear has long reflected society’s views on modesty\, femininity\, and beauty. From historic styles that restricted the female form to the more liberating fashions of today\, women’s undergarments have been symbols of both oppression and empowerment.\n\nIn this talk\, explore how comfort\, freedom\, and function in women’s undergarments mirrored broader social changes. We ask why there were so many people throughout history who had their panties in a bunch over the drawers in women’s drawers. And we pull back the layers of satin and silk to see how the evolution of women’s underwear parallels our ongoing struggle for gender equality.\n\nThis program is supported as part of the Humanities WA Speakers Bureau.\n\nSpeaker Bio\n\nDiane Johnston is a theatrical costume designer who has spent the past 35 years creating costumes for a variety of productions throughout the region. She holds an MFA in costume design and is a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/hidden-layers-womens-undergarments-and-how-theyve-shaped-ladies-liberties/
LOCATION:Lacey Timberland Library\, 500 College St SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Community Event,Film,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lacey Timberland Library":MAILTO:laref@trl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T120000
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SUMMARY:Shelton Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd Annual Shelton Art Walk on Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\, from 12–6 PM in historic downtown Shelton.\n\nPresented by the Shelton Creative District\, this free\, all-ages event celebrates the artists\, makers\, performers\, businesses\, and community members who make Shelton a vibrant place to live and create. Explore exhibitions\, installations\, demonstrations\, and performances throughout downtown as participating businesses transform into galleries and creative spaces for the day.\nVisit the Art Market on Cota Street featuring artists\, makers\, vendors\, food trucks\, live music\, hands-on activities\, and more. Whether you’re an art lover\, collector\, family\, or curious explorer\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.\n\n2026 Theme: FROLIC!\n\nThis year’s theme draws inspiration from the spirited gatherings of the Olympus Manor artist colony on Hood Canal during the 1920s. Led by artist and teacher Orre Nobles\, artists\, writers\, and creatives gathered for imaginative events known as the “Kit-Kat Frolics\,” celebrations of creativity\, playfulness\, experimentation\, and artistic exchange. FROLIC! invites us to embrace curiosity\, joy\, and the creative spirit that brings communities together.\n\nAdmission is free and open to the public.\n\nSaturday\, July 25\, 202612–6 PMDowntown Shelton\, WA\n\nFor more information\, visit SheltonArtWalk.com.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/shelton-art-walk/
LOCATION:Downtown Shelton\, Shelton\, 98584
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Music,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shelton Creative District":MAILTO:info@sheltoncreativedistrict.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260704T161456Z
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SUMMARY:Read the Park
DESCRIPTION:A community literacy and storytelling event designed to bring families and residents together for shared reading\, poetry\, oral history\, and cultural storytelling. This event fosters a love of literacy while creating space for stories that reflect the lived experiences of the community. \n\n Activities Include: community book readings\, youth literacy activities\, poetry and spoken word\, cultural storytelling\, and educational interpretation of Black pioneer history in Olympia. \n\n  
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/read-the-park/
LOCATION:Rebecca Howard Park\, 911 Adams St SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501
CATEGORIES:Books and Words,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260717T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260717T190000
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SUMMARY:Shaped by Sea and Story: Exploring Washington’s Maritime Identity
DESCRIPTION:Shaped by Sea and Story: Exploring Washington’s Maritime Identity\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026\, 5:30 – 7:00 PM\nWashington State History Museum\nFREE\n\nJoin the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area for an evening exploring the many communities and cultures that have shaped\, and continue to shape\, life along Washington’s waterways. Through storytelling\, performance\, and conversation\, we’ll reflect on how living on the water has influenced who we are as Washingtonians. Together\, we’ll also explore how these histories and traditions are preserved\, shared across communities\, and knit into a shared sense of place.\n\nImage credit: Edmonds Waterfront by David Demarest.\n\nAbout the “We the People Lecture Series”\n\nThe “We the People Lecture Series” takes place on “Third Thursday” evenings when Washington State History Museum admission is free. The series invites everyone to explore what it means to be a Washingtonian and how that identity connects to the nation’s founding ideals of life\, liberty\, and the pursuit of happiness. Each session will look at this idea from different perspectives\, helping us see the many ways people understand and experience Washington’s story. The series will team up with local cultural groups\, historical and heritage organizations\, Tribal museums\, and educators to encourage community participation and highlight the importance of sharing history. Programs will include a mix of talks\, demonstrations\, trivia\, and performances that combine learning with fun\, offering something for everyone to enjoy.\n\nThe “We the People Lecture Series” is a part of Washington State’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Learn more about how to get involved at: www.America250WA.org.
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/shaped-by-sea-and-story-exploring-washingtons-maritime-identity/
LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98402
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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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:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T150000
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SUMMARY:Artist Conversation with Susan Christian and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, July 11th from 2pm to 3pm for an Artist Conversation with Susan Christian and friends\, a relaxed afternoon discussion in the gallery surrounding the current exhibition Slow Work.\n\nFREE to attend\n\nChildhood’s End Gallery\n222 4th Ave W\nOlympia\, WA 98501\n\nchildhoods-end-gallery.com\ninfo@childhoods-end-gallery.com\n\n*Seating is limited
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/artist-conversation-with-susan-christian-and-friends/
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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SUMMARY:Lacey Fireworks Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:For 60 years\, Lacey has celebrated the holiday a day early with a free fireworks show\, local food vendors\, and live music!\n\nAs we celebrate America’s 250th birthday\, here’s a few important reminders:\n\n– Rainier Vista Park opens to the public at 3pm\n– Live music from Golden Hour Party Band \n– Free 3D glasses courtesy of Lacey Collision for our 10pm fireworks show \n– Visit Reptile Isle in our Kid Zone and all sorts of other all-ages fun \n– Food vendors are active 4 – 9pm. Please note there is no onsite ATM \n– NO public parking at Rainier Vista this year. Additional parking available at Aspire Performing Arts Academy \n– Only accessible parking available at Rainier Vista along with a drop-off area for families\n– From 3:30 to 9:30pm\, free shuttles run every 15 minutes from Timberline High School\, Komachin Middle School\, Lakes Elementary\, and PEAK Credit Union Administration Office with return trips after the fireworks \n\nFor more info and FAQs\, visit our website at https://laceyparks.org/fireworks/
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/lacey-fireworks-spectacular/
LOCATION:Rainier Vista Community Park\, 5475 45th Avenue SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Lacey Parks%2C Cutlure &amp%3B Recreation":MAILTO:Erika.Scott-Small@CityofLacey.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260612T160130Z
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SUMMARY:Airbound Arts Pride Show
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY JUNE 27TH\, 2026\nJoin us for an incredible night of aerial\, variety\, and circus arts brought to you by our local and guest performers. These 100% volunteer-led shows helps keep Airbound Arts alive!\n\nWe aim to make our shows accessible to all. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds!\n\nAirbound Arts is a non-profit organization that aims to provide safe and affordable access to Olympia’s vibrant and diverse circus community. Ticket sales directly help keep our training space open for local artists to hone their craft.\n\nJune 27th\, 2026\n\n7:00 pm – All Ages Show (doors at 6:30pm)\n9:00 pm- 18+ Show (doors at 8:30pm)\n\nAdult tickets $15\nKids tix $5
URL:https://olyarts.org/event/airbound-arts-pride-show/
LOCATION:Airbound Arts\, 312 Columbia Street NW\, Olympia WA 98501\, 312 Columbia Street NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance,Theater,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Airbound Arts":MAILTO:airboundproducer@gmail.com
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