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Film
Free Movie: “Miracle Mile” @ The Capitol Theater
Capitol Theater 206 5th Avenue SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesStarting April 15th, TRL cardholders can visit the Olympia or West Olympia library to pick up free tickets to the May 5th screening of "Miracle Mile" at the historic Capitol Theater. After 30 years of searching, Harry has finally met Julie, the girl of his dreams. But before they have a chance to go on ...
InGenius! Gallery & Boutique Two-Years-in-Business Celebration!
InGenius! Local Artisan Gallery & Boutique 207 1st Street South, Yelm, WA, United StatesHelp us celebrate InGenius! turning two years old AND being nominated for the Thurston Economic Development Council's Economic Courage Award! On Saturday July 29th starting at 2:00, we'll have all the artists and artisans we can round up for demonstrations and other fun. Starting at 6 PM outside in our greenspace by the skate park, ...
Silent Movie: Peter Pan
Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WAThe Washington Center’s rare fully-authentic screening of the classic 1924 silent film version of J. M. Barrie's world-renowned stage play PETER PAN will be a glorious musical echo of the past - - with the Center’s House Organist Dennis James performing his solo organ transcription from his painstaking reconstruction of the original orchestral musical score ...
Adventure Series – Into the Canyon: Between River and Rim
Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WAJoin adventure writer Kevin Fedarko on an epic quest, on foot, through the entire length of the Grand Canyon—not “rim to rim” as has been tackled by many—but 750 miles “end to end.” More people have walked on the surface of the moon than have completed this treacherous journey! Hiking over 100 days, Kevin and ...
OlyFilm Open Casting Call
Sky Bear Media 113 Thurston Ave NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThe Olympia Film Collective is in its 11th year as a non profit organization serving independent filmmakers in the South Sound. We are holding our first annual Open Casting Call to find talent for the 2024 filmmaking season. To take part in the open call, please submit a headshot and contact information to olympiafilmcollective@gmail.com. If ...
Events › Movie Night @ the Library: Clearcut (1991)
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin us at the library for a special after-hours screening of Clearcut, a Canadian horror thriller about Native land rights. There will be snacks and light refreshments. From émigré director Ryszard Bugajski – whose infamous debut feature INTERROGATION enraged Poland’s Communist regime – comes the 1991 Canadian shocker that’s been called “undeniably provocative” (Blu-ray dotcom), ...
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesOlympia's annual Adult Winter Reading Challenge is back!! Read a variety of books from January 1 to March 30 for a chance to win local prizes -- but most importantly to discover a lot of good books!! Challenge sheets are available at the Olympia or West Olympia library -- or download by clicking here. We ...
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 ...
QUEEROTICA ART EXHIBIT
The Heritage Room 604 Water St SW, OlympiaQUEEROTICA ART EXHIBIT Celebrating Queer Expression: Embracing Bodies, Art, and Healing Through Erotica Queerotica is a showcase of LGBTQIA2S+ artists and speakers celebrating diverse sexual expression and promoting healing. The event features 2D art, sculptures, and virtual projections, accompanied by speakers, intermittent music, and mood lighting, setting an inviting and sensual tone for the event.
Free Movie Night @ the Capitol Theater: The Virgin Suicides
Capitol Theater 206 5th Avenue SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesStarting February 1st, TRL cardholders can visit the Olympia or West Olympia library to pick up free tickets to the February 23rd screening of The Virgin Suicides. Attendees without the special library ticket will be charged normal Olympia Film Society box office prices. There will be door prizes and a special introduction by film writer and ...
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 ...