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Gandhi’s wife tells her side of the story
Traditions Fair Trade Cafe 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesWho was Kasturba Gandhi? As Mahatma Gandhi’s wife, Kasturba Gandhi was an activist, a freedom fighter in her own right, and an inspiration to many in India’s struggle for independence. South Sound Story Guild zooms in storyteller Roopa Mohan, a native of India, now from San Francisco, California. Roopa takes on the persona of Kasturba ...
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LoveOly Music in the Park 2026
Sylvester Park, 615 Washington Street, Olympia, WA 98501 615 Washington St SE, Olympia +1 moreThe Olympia Downtown Alliance is excited to bring back Music in the Park, presented by Olympia Federal Savings, a beloved summer tradition featuring live, local music in beautiful downtown settings. Join us for four Wednesdays of free outdoor concerts at Sylvester Park and Port Plaza. Whether you're dancing with friends or relaxing on a picnic ...
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Artist Meet and Greet Power of Place, The Governor’s Mansion
The Governor's MansionMeet artists, chat about their art, and enjoy an early afternoon reception with appetizers and dessert at the Governor's Mansion! Get ready to connect in person with amazing artists at the Power of Place Meet and Greet! Whether you're an art lover, history enthusiast, or simply curious about Washington's rich heritage, this is a unique chance to experience the ...
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Welcome to the Void: a Countershade Introduction and Drag Show
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, OlympiaThe world is circling down the drain. At least it feels like it is! In this new world of flux and flow, new alternative methods of thinking are required, stat. A queer publishing press is popping up in Olympia, specializing in speculative fiction (scifi, fantasy, horror, etc). But what's this got to do with the ...
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Free Range Drag and Variety Show
421 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501 421 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501, OlympiaCome and join us for October's edition of Free Range Drag and Variety Show! With Vanessa The Witch hosting, and performances by Anita Range(Portland), O'rion Hollywood, Luna Tikke, Vida Catastrophe, and Luna DeLyte! Wear your Halloween Costume to be a part of our annual Costume Contest Doors 730 PM
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The Music of Billy Joel
Traditions Fair Trade Cafe 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesTerry Shaw and His Band play the hits of Billy Joel. Dinner service is available at 5:45 (dinner sold separately). Reservations HIGHLY recommended.
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Olympia Symphony Presents LIFT: Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, OlympiaLIFT opens Olympia Symphony’s 2026/27 season, Kaleidoscope, with American music in full color. From Jessie Montgomery’s Banner, a searching reimagining of the national anthem, to Wynton Marsalis’s sweeping Blues Symphony, this concert listens to America through joy, memory, resilience, and hope. Guest artist Calder Failla joins the orchestra for Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, where classical ...
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Reading the World: A Panel on Literary Translation
Saint Martin's University 5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesThis event will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14th, in the Worthington Conference Center. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Oly Fed In this evening presentation, which is free and open to the public, three award-winning translators will discuss the pleasures and challenges of translating texts into English. How does ...
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Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesEqual parts cabaret, comedy, and catharsis — Randy Rainbow is exactly what we need right now. The four-time Emmy®-nominated comedian, producer, actor, writer, and Internet phenomenon is bringing his wildly popular National Freakin’ Treasure tour. Famous for skewering politics with show-tune precision and a dazzling sense of humor, Randy has been profiled by CBS Sunday Morning, The ...
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Tacoma Studio Tour
Multiple venues across TacomaThe Tacoma Studio Tour offers a rare chance to step inside the working spaces of over 100 local artists, meet the makers behind the work, and experience creativity firsthand. Over 80 artist studios open across the city for two days of free, self-guided exploration. Every studio has a hands-on experience or demonstration.
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SRO Theater presents Little Shop of Horrors
Yelm High School 1315 W Yelm Ave, yelm, WA, United StatesLittle Shop of Horrors SRO Theater brings the cult‑classic musical comedy to Yelm this October as Skid Row comes alive with doo‑wop energy, outrageous characters, and one very hungry plant. Running October 2 thru 25, the production features Friday and Saturday shows at 7 PM and Sunday matinees at 2 PM. Tickets available at srotheater.org/shows.
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Salon Artists Exhibition Reception
The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, TacomaStop by the Building 4 Art Gallery to explore the Salon Artists Exhibition, featuring work by artists who participate in the monthly evening TCC Art Gallery Salon discussions (open to everyone!). The exhibition will be held Oct. 13 - Nov. 6. Exhibition Artists Henry Caserotti Lisa Daniel Margaret Doty Davis Freeman JW Harrington Bruce Stephen-Jordan ...
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