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Jennifer Berney and “The Other Mothers”

Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Join us for an evening with Jennifer Berney, author of the WA State Book Award Finalist The Other Mothers: Two Women's Journey to Find the Family that was Always Theirs, an LGBTQ memoir about one couple's struggles to defy the patriarchy and redefine the nuclear family, The Other Mothers dives into the history and social challenges queer couples ...

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Free

Movie and Live Music With David Lee Joyner

Capitol Theater 206 5th Avenue SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Music Enthusiasts Invited to Special Event to Benefit Olympia Jazz Central & Explore David Lee Joyner's Musical Career This will be a fundraiser for Olympia Jazz Central (OJC) to bring back live jazz back to the community Music enthusiasts are invited to a one-of-kind-event to explore the many musical facets of composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist musician, ...

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$25

“Am I Trans Enough?” with Author Alo Johnston

Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Join us for an evening with Alo Johnston, @thetranstherapist and author of the new book Am I Trans Enough? How to Overcome Your Doubts and Find Your Authentic Self. The author will read from and discuss the book, followed by a brief Q&A. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. Born out of thousands of ...

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Free

Animal Fire Theatre Readings presents: Brecht

New Traditions Cafe & Fair Trade Gallery 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA, United States

Animal Fire Theatre continues our series of staged readings with a presentation of "The Life of Galileo" by Berthold Brecht. New Traditions Cafe, 300 5th Ave. SW, Olympia, WA 98501 Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 6:30 pm   FREE! Donations gratefully accepted. Refreshments available for sale at New Traditions.

Free

Los Lobos with Gaby Moreno

Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WA

Grammy-winning Los Lobos returns with special Guest Gaby Moreno! Over the last five decades, the East L.A.-bred band has made an indelible mark on music history by exploring an enormous diversity of genres—rock-and-roll and R&B, surf music and soul, mariachi and música norteña, punk rock and country—and building a boldly unpredictable sound all their own. ...

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$45 – $109

Tenino Arts Spring Market

The Kodiak Room 225 Sussex Ave W, Tenino

Come experience the magic of the 💐Tenino Arts Spring Market!💐 A collection of brand new artistry will be revealed at the 3rd Annual Tenino Arts Spring Market the weekend of March 24th-26th. The Tenino Arts Spring Market will play host to 32 artisan displays offering fine art & handcrafted items in more than 14 fields ...

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Free

Auditions: TCMedia “Live at 5” TV Sketch Show

Thurston Community Media (TCMedia) announces its search for community members to participate in ‘Live at 5’ collaborative community variety show in partnership with Olympia Film Collective (OlyFilm.) The first round of auditions for Live at Five will be Saturday, March 25th from 12-4 pm. There will be another opportunity to audition on Saturday, April 22nd ...

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Meet InGenius! Artist Ashley Larsen: Art Show & Reception

InGenius! Local Artisan Gallery & Boutique 207 1st Street South, Yelm, WA, United States

On Saturday evening March 25th from 5:00-8:00 PM at InGenius! Local Artisan Gallery & Boutique in Yelm, join us for an art show & reception for InGenius! featured artist and Yelm resident Ashley Larsen. View an extensive exhibit of Ashley's artwork for sale, including new original and never-before-seen pieces.   You’ll also have the opportunity to ...

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Free

Ray On My Mind A Tribute to Ray Charles

Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WA

This concert/theater work brings the music and the story of the great Ray Charles to vivid life! Portraying Ray, master pianist/vocalist, Kenny Brawner leads his 11 piece orchestra and three sultry vocalists (a la the Raelettees), performing this American legend’s most popular hits.

$25 – $63

The Esoterics

St. John's Episcopal Church 114 20th St. SE, Olympia

The Esoterics will be performing, Villains and Heroes, Messiahs false and true, at St. John’s Episcopal Church (19th & Capitol Way, Olympia) Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 3 PM. Two brand-new choral compositions by the Los Angeles-based composer, Rex Isenberg, will be performed. The first piece, If we have wisdom, is based on a letter ...

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$15

STEM Hour: Stop Motion Video

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

Kids grades 3-6 are welcome to join us for a stop motion video hour! Using iPads and LEGO Bricks®, we will create short scenes and share them with other attendees. Space is limited and registration is required - if you'd like to join as a group working on one project together, only one person needs ...

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Free

AWAKEN YOUR INTUITION & CONNECT WITH SPIRIT

Join me, Heidi Connolly, The Celestial Professor, Author Medium Spirit-Guided Musician for an illuminating workshop to develop your own unique intuitive abilities by identifying your Unique Energetic Signature and connecting with your very own Spirit team. Register here $35 Limited Participation. Open to anyone with an open heart and spirit! www.heidiconnolly.com WHERE: Gallery Boom, 3959 ...

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$35
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