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Puget Sound Book Artists’ 2025 Members’ Exhibition Opening
The Puget Sound Book Artists (PSBA) is proud to announce the 14th Annual Members’ Exhibition, Field Work, featuring 57 original artists’ books. The exhibition will be on view at the Daniel J. Evans Library at The Evergreen State College in Olympia from September 20 to December 12, 2025. The exhibition is free and open to the public ...
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A Christmas Carol
Harlequin Productions 202 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United StatesFor five unforgettable seasons, Harlequin’s A Christmas Carol has captured the hearts of audiences across the South Sound. Now, in our 5th anniversary production, we invite you to rediscover Dickens’ timeless tale of hope, redemption, and the true spirit of the season. Whether it’s your first visit or a return to a beloved tradition, this year promises ...
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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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Art Journey Holiday Open Hours
507 Washington St. SE, Olympia, Washington 98502 507 Washington St. SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesVisit Art Journey Studio and Gallery at 507 Washington St. SE across from the Washington Center. Open 1pm to 5pm Tuesday thru Thursday and some Fridays and Saturdays through January 28th. Exhibiting Local paintings and pottery.
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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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Women of Note Presents “Timeless”
St David of Wales Church 324 W Cedar St, SheltonThis holiday season Women of Note takes up that Christmas spirit, performing familiar songs from the Middle Ages in old and modern forms, as well as singing beloved songs and carols we all like best. Under the guidance of director Elizabeth Berndt and accompanist Dilyara Oliver, this concert is meant to send listeners home with ...
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Faerie yuletide benefit dance performances
beat drop kitchen and event center 1125 Ruddell Rd SE, Unit F,, Lacey, WAWHEN- Sunday Dec 7. Doors open at 3:00, performances start at 3:30 WHERE- Beat Drop Event Center, 1125 Ruddell Rd SE, Unit F, Lacey, WA 98503 WHAT-Belly dance performance benefit event COST- ENTRY BY DONATION Mas Uda Dancers is presenting another benefit. Come out and support dance as well as two great local nonprofit organizations ...
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South Whulge Speculative Fiction Writers’ Group – Decompression
https://join.slack.com/t/olympiaspecul-bkw3602/shared_invite/zt-dfophn9s-cKIx5FYTabK1Km6FDuzuywThe South Whulge Speculative Fiction Writers' Group has been meeting weekly since January 2020. We are a community of writers who host workshops and decompression sessions to help the members of the group grow through learning and socializing with other writers. We are open to speculative fiction writers based in Thurston, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, and ...
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Hidden Memories, My Family’s Story of WWII incarceration camp
Harbor House 217 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA, United StatesHidden Memories Anne Shimojima’s Japanese American family didn’t talk about coming to the United States or living through World War II. It took months of questions and research to uncover their story of immigration and imprisonment in incarceration camps for the crime of looking like the enemy. Anne illustrates her story with photographs from her ...
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Deep Sleep Art Show
The Copper Wolf 1126 2nd Ave SW, TumwaterCelebrate the coming winter with us at the Deep Sleep Art Show at The Copper Wolf on Thursday, December 11th from 5-8 PM. The show will feature original artwork by 42 Washington-based artists, so stop by with your family and friends to enjoy some sleep-inspired art, treats, shop artful gifts, and get to know your ...
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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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“Curious Music” at TCMoFA’s Patterns Exhibit
Thurston County Museum of Fine Arts 120 Olympia Ave NE, OlympiaSaturday December 12, 2025 at 7pm It’s a night of experimental music and performance art as a part of The Thurston County Museum of Fine Art’s new group show PATTERNS. Performing that night is Geological Creep, Max Nordile, Expulsar, and Translucent Envelope (pdx). All ages and admission is free, but there is a $10 Suggested ...
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