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Family Saturdays

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma

Join us this spring for Family Saturdays! Explore how history connects us all during this hour-long storytime program designed for children ages 4 to 10 and their families. This month’s story is Be A Maker, by Katie Howes, a book about the many things we make and how we can make a difference in the world. ...

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July Third Thursdays

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma

Enjoy free admission, special events, and extended hours from 3:00 to 8:00 PM every third Thursday of the month, courtesy of Umpqua Bank.

Free

“First Stop” – South Sound Studio Tour

Childhood's End Gallery 222 4th Ave W, Olympia

Childhood’s End Gallery is proud to host “First Stop,” an exhibition showcasing the range of mediums and methodologies featured on the South Sound Studio Tour. This gallery exhibit gives art lovers the opportunity to pre-plan their tour weekend and to revisit their favorite artists’ work following the tour, or discover those they may not have ...

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Free
Event Series Company

Company

Centralia College, Corbet Theatre 715 West Pear Street, Centralia, WA, United States

CompanyMusic and Lyrics by Stephen SondheimBook by George Furth Company is a musical comedy which takes an honest and nuanced look at modern relationships. On his 35th birthday, the central character Bobby considers his life as a bachelor in contrast to those of his married friends. Set in New York City, the musical examines the ...

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$10 – $12

Studio Group

This is a studio group designed for the student who wants a fun, easy-going environment to work on their creative projects. Making time for creating artwork is a challenge in our busy lives.  Working in Kathy's studio,  students can follow their own muse and explore materials while pursuing their individual art practice. I will offer ...

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$150

Lacey Fun Fair 2025

Saint Martin's University 5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United States

Enjoy 2 days of free rides, kids’ world activities and live entertainment plus shop from over 70 artisan and commercial vendors and food vendors!  Don’t miss the S.T.E.A.M. Fair on Saturday and Car Show on Sunday.  Free parking and admission.  For over 35 years families have enjoyed this springtime tradition.

Free

Old West Murder Mystery Dinner

Farrelli's Pizza 813 Yelm Ave W, Yelm, WA, United States

SRO is back for a 3rd year with another Murder Mystery Dinner at Farrelli's in Yelm. This time we visit the Old West for some Rootin' Tootin' good times in Murder at The Short Stump Saloon! After a long, dusty Stagecoach ride on the trail, Miss Katty welcomes you to The Short Stump Saloon where ...

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$70
Event Series Company

Company

Centralia College, Corbet Theatre 715 West Pear Street, Centralia, WA, United States

CompanyMusic and Lyrics by Stephen SondheimBook by George Furth Company is a musical comedy which takes an honest and nuanced look at modern relationships. On his 35th birthday, the central character Bobby considers his life as a bachelor in contrast to those of his married friends. Set in New York City, the musical examines the ...

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$10 – $12

SOGO Spring Concert

512 Washinton St SE Olympia WA 98501 512 Washington St SE, Olympia

Celebrate the grand finale of SOGO’s 25th anniversary season with a spectacular concert! Join us as we embark on a musical journey with the Conservatory Orchestra performing Dvořák’s lively Polka for Prague Students, followed by the enchanting Andante and Rondo Ongarese by Carl Maria von Weber, featuring the virtuosity of senior clarinetist Diego Cortes-Monroy. The ...

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$17 – $30

Adult Creative Contemporary Dance

The Olympia Center 222 columbia st, Olympia

Join South Sound Dance Access for this fun opportunity for creative expression, strength building, and connection. Creative Contemporary Dance is an open-level dance class for adults of all ages drawing primarily upon Modern and Contemporary Dance techniques. In this class we will learn fundamentals of modern dance technique and dance composition concepts. We’ll learn fun ...

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$49.00

Sensory Friendly Dance Class

Jacob Smith House 4500 Intelco Loop S, Lacey

This Specialized Recreation class is designed for those who are developmentally between ages 5-9 and who are neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectrum. Partnering with South Sound Dance Access and Sensory Tool House LLC, we provide a nurturing space for creative dance that fosters motor skills, self-expression, and mind-body connection. Participants will explore dance styles, ...

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$80.00

Scherler Sundays – Week 5

Behind the historic Carnegie Library 620 Franklin St SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Free Music Olympia's all-ages outdoor concert series. Co-presented by Olympia Music History Project, today's event features artists who were active in the Olympia music scene between 1980-2002: Some Velvet Sidewalk, The Transfused 25th Anniversary Singalong, Lovecoven and the Portal Priestexx(x), C.O.C.O., The Noses, Pet Products and The Human Jukebox. Food and merchant vendors on site, ...

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Free
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