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Studio Sale
Childhood's End Gallery 222 4th Ave W, OlympiaChildhood’s End Gallery presents its annual Studio Sale, featuring discounted and rarely seen works by beloved local artists including Jon Bradham, Sara Gettys, Kathy Gore-Fuss, Chuck Gumpert, Carla Paine, and Mimi Williams. The sale also includes a selection of unique, limited works by Marc Chagall, William Winden, and others. Begin the year with an exceptional ...
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Magic Curtain Morning: Hope’s Meadow
Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United StatesNext up in our Magic Curtain Mornings daytime show series: HOPE'S MEADOW This new, original story by OFT is an interactive theater experience created especially for little ones and their families. This is a story about hope, shared community, bravery, and what happens when we stand up for what is right in our hearts. Thurs ...
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Author Talk with Mike Cairns: Under the Ash
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesPresentation and Book Signing At 12:30pm on May 18, 1980, Washington Army National Guard helicopter pilot Captain Mike Cairns flew beneath the ash cloud of the Mount St. Helens volcano eruption – a feat never before attempted in history. In the challenging days that followed, as Mike, his crew, and fellow National Guard pilots flew ...
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Soul Collage Workshop
West Olympia - Private Home AddressFlip through colorful images that tickle your playful, fun-loving self to create Soul Collage cards to take home to remind you to nurture yourself. SoulCollage®, developed by Seena B. Frost, is a process of creating a deck of collaged cards that let you contact your sub-conscious voice. To reserve a spot, Venmo Julie-Ratner-3 $35 (last digits ...
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Olympia Chamber Orchestra Presents: Revolution
2707 Conger Ave NW Olympia, WA 2707 Conger Ave NW, OlympiaThe Olympia Chamber Orchestra presents a program centered on the theme of revolution and features the winners of the 2025 Olympia Music Teachers Association Concerto Competition: Phoebe Goh (Olympia High School) and KhaiAn Ho (Black Hills High School). In addition to spotlighting these incredible young artists, this concert celebrates music’s revolutionary spirit. Sibelius’ Karelia Overture ...
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TCMedia Offers PSA Day for Local Non Profits
440 Yauger Way SW Suite C, Olympia WA 98502 440 Yauger Way SW Suite C, OlympiaFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Martha Correa Ends: 2/25/26 Email: mcorrea@tcmedia.org Calling All Non-Profits for PSA Recording Day Thurston Community Media, your local nonprofit media center, invites all nonprofits to record a Public Service Announcement message in our studios February 26th, 27th or 28th for a nominal donation. A PSA message is a powerful tool to ...
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Lacey Cultural Celebration
Saint Martin's University 5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesExperience the diverse heritage that makes our community shine at the Lacey Cultural Celebration! Enjoy lively music and dance performances from local and regional groups, explore traditions from around the world through interactive displays, and purchase delicious foods and items from a variety of vendors. Kids can jump into hands-on crafts, too. It’s a joyful, ...
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Artist Talk: Hadiya Finely
the tobin gallery... 924 Broadway, TacomaJoin us on International Women’s Day for a presentation by featured artist Hadiya Finley at The Tobin Gallery on Sunday at 4pm. We have over 40 years of her Sculpture and Paintings on display, and this exhibition is her first retrospective and solo show. Hadiya has a storied career as she shifted through techniques to ...
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Transgender Book Reading and Discussion
Good Shepherd Olympia 1601 North Street SE, OlympiaAcclaimed author Nico Lang will be presenting a reading and discussion on their book “American Teenager ”. Nico visited and followed seven families of transgender youth during the past few years. They recorded these experiences and offers eye-opening narratives of how trans kids are surviving hate and finding joy in a turbulent era. This event ...
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A Potpourri of Tales
The McLane Grange 931 Delphi Rd SW, OlympiaCome join us to hear the South Sound Story Tellers telling engaging personal stories and captivating folktales for the public at the McLane Grange.
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Runway Revolution 2026
Faith Lutheran Community Center 7075 Pacific Ave SE, LaceyThurston County Inclusion presents our 3rd Annual RUNWAY REVOLUTION! A runway show where fashion meets inclusivity in a dazzling display of talent and diversity. This year’s event will be bigger and better than ever, featuring a Garden theme that celebrates individuality. Community models will proudly walk the runway, showcasing their unique style and ...
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Queerotica
millersylvania 12245 Tilley Road S, Olympia, WA, United StatesQueerotica Camp is combining forces with the Health & Wellness Fair to have a sleep over camp at Millersylvania State Park Retreat Center. Queerotica Camp is an artful kink positive space for the LGBTQIA+ Community where they have exploratory and educational workshops, skill share, entertainment, art, connection, fun and games. There are 50 spots available ...
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