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Red Riding Hood, a Holiday Panto
Centerstage Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United StatesRed Riding Hood: A Holiday Panto By Vince Brady Directed by Helen Marion-Rowe The perfect annual tradition returns this season with Red Riding Hood: a Holiday Panto! Turning everything topsy-turvy with new songs and old jokes, our very own spin on the story of a gal and her scarlet cloak will be a highlight of ...
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CONTEMPORARY ARTS + CRAFTS MARKET
LGM Studios 111 Capitol Way N (Above Stadust Salon - Enter via the alley), OlympiaWhat: CONTEMPORARY ARTS + CRAFTS MARKET When: First two weekends of December (Fridays 5-8PM, Saturdays/Sundays 12-5PM) Where: LGM Studio - Between State Ave NW and 4th Ave, On the south side of the alley, on the second floor. Who: Lynette Charters, John Corzine, Lucy Gentry, Lynn Helbrecht, Melissa Nicholas, Rose Nicholas, Randi Parkhurst, Francisco Reyes, Julie Simpson, Mariana Vera, & ...
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Artist Showcase Series
The Carpenter's House 212 Legion Way SW, OlympiaArtist Showcase Series Launch Friday, December 5, 20256 PM | Doors at 5 PM212 Legion Way SW, Olympia, WATickets: $65 (includes hors d'oeuvres + full event access) The Carpenter’s House invites you to the launch of our Artist Showcase Series, an evening designed to highlight creativity, community, and the diverse artistic talent of the Pacific ...
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Great Bend Chamber Choir | Light & Gold – Holiday Works By Whitacre, Lauridsen, Gjeilo
St. David Of Wales Episcopal Church 324 W Cedar St, SheltonA luminous celebration of the season, Light and Gold brings together centuries of choral tradition in a contemplative tribute to the mystery and wonder of the Nativity. At the heart of the program are four stunning settings of the ancient text O Magnum Mysterium—from the serene Renaissance purity of Tomás Luis de Victoria, to the ...
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Mercury Rising plays Queen at Nicole’s Bar
Nicole's Bar 109 Legion Way SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin Mercury Rising at Nicole's Bar in Olympia for food, drinks, and singing your favorite Queen anthems of all time. 32 Queen songs. 7 performers. 1 epic experience.
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Keys to Connection Winter Showcase
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesExperience the warmth of community and the power of music to unite and uplift at the Keys to Connection Winter Showcase, a heartwarming performance by talented Olympia High School musicians dedicated to building bridges between generations. This youth-led project brings live music to senior living communities across Thurston County, fostering connection, joy, and shared creativity. ...
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Terry & Friends Christmas
St. Mark Lutheran Church, Lacey- 2109 College St. SE 2109 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesIf you want to hear great Christmas music, have your heart warmed, laugh your head off, and sing-a-long…this show is for you! The audience becomes the “live studio audience” inside of KTAF Studios. Join Terry Shaw and his friends this year for a Christmas Radio Show you won’t forget! Sat, Dec. 13 @7pm and Sun, ...
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Author Talk with Casey Clapp
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesEver wonder what kind of tree is growing in your neighborhood or why it’s there in the first place? Join arborist, educator, and podcast host Casey Clapp for an engaging talk and Q&A about the trees that surround us every day. Based on his visually rich and witty new book The Trees Around You, this ...
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The Snow Queen
Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United StatesTHE SNOW QUEEN By Hans Christian Anderson Adapted by Emily McHugh First produced at The Olympia Family Theater As a co-production with String and Shadow Puppet Theater Directed by Jordan Richards A magical adventure for all ages! The Snow Queen is a whimsical and heartfelt adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale, brought to life ...
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EAT THE RICH: A Queer NYE Pride Celebration
Wild Child 414 4th Ave E, Olympia, OlympiaThis New Year's Eve, leave basic behind and step into a night of unapologetic queer extravagance. EAT THE RICH is not just a party—it's a revolutionary toast to queer joy, chosen family, and the fabulous future we demand. Sink your teeth into a full-course experience featuring: A decadent dinner Dazzling drag performances Gut-busting queer ...
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Watch Fern Paint
Olympia AHA Museum & Visitor Center 203 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA, United StatesThis is an opportunity to view artist Fern Tallos at work while they paint a mural in the museum. This mural will be the backdrop for a new exhibit all about Olympia’s history. Learn about mural painting by watching it in progress, and get a sneak preview of our upcoming exhibit. We need to prepare ...
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New Year, New Vibes! A Celebration of Life, Wellness & Community
Funeral Alternatives of Washington 455 North Street SE, TumwaterStep into 2026 with a renewed sense of possibility. New Year, New Vibes! A Celebration of Life, Wellness & Community was created in the spirit of connection, renewal, and discovering what truly makes you feel alive. In a world that often pulls us in a thousand directions, this event invites you to pause and reconnect with ...
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