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for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf

Lakewood Playhouse 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States

"...somebody/anybody, sing a black girl's song, bring her out to know herself to know you..." By Ntozake Shange Directed by Michelle Matlock Join the circle as seven women share their stories and find strength in each other's truth, passion and humor. This fusion of poetry, dance, music and song explodes off the stage and touches ...

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$25 – $30

for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf

Lakewood Playhouse 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States

"...somebody/anybody, sing a black girl's song, bring her out to know herself to know you..." By Ntozake Shange Directed by Michelle Matlock Join the circle as seven women share their stories and find strength in each other's truth, passion and humor. This fusion of poetry, dance, music and song explodes off the stage and touches ...

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$25 – $30

Tenino Arts Stone City Arts Festival

Downtown Tenino 147 Olympia St N, Tenino, United States

Tenino Arts, in partnership with the Tenino Stone Carvers Guild, is delighted to announce the Tenino Arts Stone City Art Festival, a vibrant community event scheduled for Saturday, June 14th, from 10 AM to 3 PM in downtown Tenino, Washington. This free festival invites residents and visitors alike to experience a day filled with artistic expression, live entertainment, ...

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Free

MCE: Women Rock!

Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Join us for a celebration of the iconic women who redefined music, from folk icons to pop legends. It's a fun, high-energy show brought to life by a live band and over 100 singers from our adult community choir. Featuring music by:Joni Mitchell · Carole King · Stevie Nicks · Madonna · Brandi Carlile · ...

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$16 – $30

Stomp and Shout: The Untold Story of Northwest Rock & Roll

Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia

Northwest Rock & Roll’s historical highpoints are well documented—in the late 20th century, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, and other grunge gods took the world by storm. Previously, Seattle’s Queensrÿche and Heart had ruled the heavy metal realm. And prior to that, The Wailers, The Kingsmen, Paul Revere and The Raiders, and The Sonics had all ...

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Free

CapCity Presents: Seola Station // Kills Across the River // Guilded Lilly

Wild Child 414 4th Ave E, Olympia, Olympia

Seattle-based art folk rock collective Seola Station makes their Olympia debut with acclaimed Tacoma-based bands Kills Across the River and Guilded Lilly for a genre-blurring and cathartic live show. Music lovers of all ages are invited to join these three female-fronted bands for a soul-soothing night of music. Seola Station fuses the diverse musicality of ...

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$12 – $15

Summer Skills Workshop (13+)

Lakewood Playhouse 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States

Summer Skills Workshops (13+) Dates: June 23rd-27th Time: 2:00-4:00PM Location: Lakewood Playhouse Participant Fee: $50 per class or $200 for the week ​ Monday 6/23: Acting Through Song with Joseph C. Walsh and Elijah Bellis Tuesday 6/24: Speaking Shakespeare with Suzy Willhoft Wednesday 6/25: Stage Combat with Luke Amundson and Brookelyne Peterson Thursday 6/26: Preparing ...

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$50 – $200

Olympia Symphony Presents: “BELIEVE” a special performance at Capital City Pride

Port Plaza Park 701 NW Columbia St, Olympia, WA, United States

Start your Pride weekend with a symphonic celebration of love, resilience, and the power of music to bring us together. The Olympia Symphony proudly presents Believe—a free outdoor concert as part of Capital City Pride! This joyful, uplifting program features shimmering works of classical beauty alongside musical theater favorites that speak to the heart. Enjoy ...

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Free

Shelton Art Walk

Downtown Shelton Cota Street, Shelton

Shelton Art Walk Returns in 2025 with a Celebration of Art, Community, and CreativityShelton, WA — The Shelton Creative District, Downtown Shelton Association, and the City of Shelton are thrilled to announce the return of the Shelton Art Walk on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 11 AM to 7 PM in historic downtown Shelton. This ...

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Free

Traditional Vietnamese Musical Instruments

Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United States

Join us for a special Traditional Vietnamese Music Recital! Local musicians Tri Âm Hoà Điệu and their accompanists will showcase a variety of zithers, lutes, and other stringed and percussive Vietnamese instruments. This recital will also feature student performances, making it a truly special event. This program is for all ages and children are welcome!

Free

TRADITIONAL VIETNAMESE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS MUSIC SHOW

Join us for a special Traditional Vietnamese Music Recital! Local musicians Tri Âm Hoà Điệu and their accompanists will showcase a variety of zithers, lutes, and other stringed and percussive Vietnamese instruments. This recital will also feature student performances, making it a truly special event. This program is for all ages and children are welcome! ...

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Free

Willy Wonka Kids (Rising 1st-6th Graders)

Lakewood Playhouse 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States

Willy Wonka Kids (Rising 1st-6th Graders) Teaching Artists: Indeah Harris and Thomas Morisada, assisted by Allie Smith Dates: June 30th-July 3rd Time: 9:00AM-4:00PM Showcase: July 3rd 4:00PM ​Location: Lakewood Playhouse Participant Fee: $300 ​ Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir is a golden ticket to ...

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$300
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