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Puget Sound Book Artists 13th Annual Members’ Exhibition: Time Travel: A Creative Journey Through Time
Playful 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 ...
Fall Arts Walk Registration – Artists and Hosting Locations
Arts Walk invites artists and performers of all art forms and their host locations to register as participants for fall Arts Walk 2024, October 4 & 5. Arts Walk is a community-wide celebration of the arts that happens in partnership with local businesses and organizations. Participation is simple: between now and July 15 (although earlier ...
Or So It Would Seam: A Giant Puppet Voyage Into the Hidden Universe
String and Shadow Puppet Theater's 5th annual giant puppet show, Or So It Would Seam begins at the beginning of... everything. From ancient asteroids recounting the origins of the universe to a subway train traveling across dimensions. It is equal parts outer-space odyssey, whimsical fairy tale, and slap-stick clown show. A sci-fi folktale populated with succulent ...
4 events,
Lacey Fireworks Spectacular
Lacey Fireworks Spectacular
Join us for a dazzling evening at Rainier Vista for the Lacey Fireworks Spectacular on July 3rd! This FREE festival will include exciting live entertainment from Brick House with their disco performance at 5pm & a lively dance party with Mr. Pink at 8pm. As the evening sky approaches, we will prepare for our fireworks ...
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Lacey in Tune
Come 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, ...
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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!
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Summer at the Schmidt Speakeasy Garden Party
Summer at the Schmidt Speakeasy Garden Party
Experience the roaring 20’s on the grounds of the Schmidt House. Play croquet on the expansive lawn in your best dress, discover a hidden Speakeasy inside the Schmidt House where hand-crafted drinks are made, and enjoy live music, a silent film, and other activities that bring back the Prohibition era. Proceeds will fund a music ...
5 events,
Corpses, Fools, and Monsters: A Trans Film Fest
On July 13th the Library is hosting a free author talk with trans film writers Caden Mark Gardner and Willow Catelyn Maclay, whose book Corpses, Fools, and Monsters: The History and Future of Transness in Cinema hits shelves on July 9th. The following weekend (7/19-7/21) the Olympia Film Society is screening six films written about at length ...
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IN THE SPIRIT Opening Night & Artist Awards
IN THE SPIRIT Opening Night & Artist Awards
Guests are invited to gain first access to the 19th Annual IN THE SPIRIT Contemporary Native Arts Exhibition at the Washington State History Museum. Tour the exhibition, enjoy light refreshments and an awards ceremony with contributing artists. The awards categories include Best in Show, Spirit of the Northwest, Honoring Innovation, Honoring the Ancestors, and the Purchase Prize. ...
4 events,
Lantern Lights the Library: Live Music
Lantern Lights the Library: Live Music
This 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 ...