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  • EAT THE RICH: A Queer NYE Pride Celebration

    Wild Child 414 4th Ave E, Olympia, Olympia

    This New Year's Eve, leave basic behind and step into a night of unapologetic queer extravagance. EAT THE RICH is not just a party—it's a revolutionary toast to queer joy, chosen family, and the fabulous future we demand.   Sink your teeth into a full-course experience featuring: A decadent dinner Dazzling drag performances Gut-busting queer ...

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  • Watch Fern Paint

    Olympia AHA Museum & Visitor Center 203 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA, United States

    This is an opportunity to view artist Fern Tallos at work while they paint a mural in the museum. This mural will be the backdrop for a new exhibit all about Olympia’s history. Learn about mural painting by watching it in progress, and get a sneak preview of our upcoming exhibit. We need to prepare ...

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    Free

  • Movie Night at Lacey Library: The Last Unicorn (G)

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

    The Last Unicorn Rated G ‧ 1982 ‧ Fantasy/Family ‧ 1h 32m In this animated musical, the villainous King Haggard (Christopher Lee) plots to destroy all the world's unicorns. When a young unicorn (Mia Farrow) learns that she's in danger and that she may soon be the last of her kind, she leaves the safety of ...

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    Free

  • New Year, New Vibes! A Celebration of Life, Wellness & Community

    Funeral Alternatives of Washington 455 North Street SE, Tumwater

    Step into 2026 with a renewed sense of possibility. New Year, New Vibes! A Celebration of Life, Wellness & Community was created in the spirit of connection, renewal, and discovering what truly makes you feel alive. In a world that often pulls us in a thousand directions, this event invites you to pause and reconnect with ...

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    Free

  • The Painted Screen – A Monthly Film Series Celebrating the Visual Arts

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

    Experience art like never before. Join us for The Painted Screen, a new monthly series exploring the lives and legacies of artists who have shaped how we see the world. Each screening offers a window into the creative spirit...journeys of color, passion, and imagination told through the power of film. Our debut screening, Loving Vincent, immerses viewers ...

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    Free

  • Art History Book Club Meeting

    The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, Tacoma

    Join us in the Tacoma Community College Building 4 Art Gallery or online for an Art History Book Club discussion of "The Glass Artist" by Tracey Chevalier.

    Free

  • Olympia Spring Arts Walk Registration

    downtown olympia Downtown Olympia at 5th Avenue and Washington Street, Olympia

    Sign up online by January 31 and join us on April 24 and 25 in presenting Olympia Spring Arts Walk—a vibrant celebration of creativity featuring the Luminary Procession and the iconic Procession of the Species, brought to life by Earthbound Productions. Artists of all artforms: Participate with a showcase of your creativity by connecting with ...

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    $38 – $63

  • Art Reception-Thursday at TCC

    The Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 S. 19th St., Tacoma

    Two Tumwater based artists will have an art reception for their January exhibition at The Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College on Thursday, the 8th from 4:00-6:00 PM. The show is titled “Art Story:Reflection of an Artist Couple”. Please join David Noah Giles and C. J. Swanson for this event, thank you. The show runs ...

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    Free

  • Comedy Underground

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

    One night. Three comedians. Countless laughs. Join us for a whirlwind of hilarity featuring three distinct comedic styles that will take you from everyday absurdities to unexpected revelations. Whether you love observational humor, storytelling, or lightning-quick wit, this show delivers. Our Jan show features a 2024 finalist of the Seattle International Comedy Competition – Dylan ...

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    $31 – $46

  • “Art Story” Gallery Talk with David Noah Giles and C.J. Swanson

    The Gallery at Tacoma Community College 6501 South 19th Street, Tacoma

    David Noah Giles and C.J. Swanson, whose "Art Story" exhibition is on display in TCC's Building 4 Art Gallery during January, will give a free talk about the exhibition. Everyone is invited to attend, and visitor parking is available in Lot G. Learn more about The Gallery and find upcoming exhibitions & events.

    Free

  • Native American Storytelling

    Harbor House 217 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA, United States

    Roger Fernandes, a Native American artist and storyteller, is the featured teller for the South Sound Story Guild. His stories focus on the culture of the Coast Salish tribes of Washington. As a storyteller he shares stories as a foundational human process for teaching and healing. Opening teller is Regina King, educator. Story Swap from ...

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    Free