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  • Classical guitarist Mischa Yolleck in concert

    Mischa Yolleck, a premier classical guitarist based in Seattle, and winner of the 2022 Northwest Guitar Competition, will perform in concert at St. John | San Juan Episcopal Church in Olympia beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 18. Mischa was captivated by the classical guitar when he first laid hands on one as a college ...

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    $20

  • Resistance: The Heart of the Matter

    Olympia Indivisible is sponsoring an art exhibition focused on thoughtful heartfelt commentary on the current domestic crisis in American democracy.  Wednesdays through Sundays. Spoken word event: Saturday October 24th 7:00 pm till 9:00 pm.

    Free

  • Author Talk with Dr. Suzanne Crawford O’Brien: Climate Anxiety and Spiritual Resilience

    SoundCore Exchange: Poetry Workshops
    Orca Books Co-op 315 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Dr. Suzanne Crawford O'Brien is a professor of religion at Pacific Lutheran University and sits on the board of South Puget Sound Salmon Enhancement Group. We will be discussing how to build resilience by grounding in the relationships that sustain us and working to heal the watersheds upon which we depend. Proceeds from book sales ...

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    Free

  • 2nd Annual Regional Community College Student Art Exhibition Reception

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

    View art by students from Tacoma Community College, Pierce College, Green River College, and South Puget Sound Community College in the Building 4 Art Gallery at TCC. Pieces for this exhibition are selected by art faculty from the participating colleges, and the exhibition offer students a chance to share their work with peers and to ...

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    Free

  • Nocturnal – Artist Reception

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

    Nocturnal Sept 25 - Nov 15, 2026   Inspired by the world that emerges after the light fades, Childhood’s End Gallery presents “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Happ, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney.    Arts Walk Reception: Oct 2nd 5-9pm Arts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm   FREE Childhood’s ...

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    Free

  • Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell

    Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma

    Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell Saturday, October 3, 2026 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Admission is included with advance registration or general admission.  Children aged 5 and under are always free! Hot Wheels, LEGOs, and stuffed animals are among today’s favorite show-and-tell treasures—but what were children’s favorite toys long ago? Bring your favorite toy and join us ...

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    $17

  • Lacey Children’s Day

    Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA, United States

    Celebrate Children’s Day with Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation! This free, family-friendly event takes over Huntamer Park with a day of fun inspired by this year’s Mythical Creatures theme. Kids can explore activity booths, shop creations from young local makers at the Children’s Market, dance inside the Dance Dome, take on the obstacle course and ...

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    Free

  • Brotherhood Takes Flight

    The Brotherhood Lounge 119 Capitol Way N, Olympia

    Season opener of the Brotherhood takes flight aerial showcase! 21+

    $20

  • She Loves Me

    She Loves Me
    Centerstage Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United States

    The original “it’s complicated.” Centerstage Presents  She Loves Me!   By JOE MASTEROFF, JERRY BOCK, AND SHELDON HARNICK Directed by Michelle Blackmon May 22 – June 14, 2026  Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 2:00pm FEDERAL WAY, WA—Anonymous letters and mistaken identities entwine with a gorgeous score and wonderful characters in this delightful, ...

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    $21 – $44

  • Vitality Ritual, Grex (OAK), Baraka Blues

    Le Voyeur 404 4th Ave E, Olympia

    Oakland experimental/art rock band Grex returns to Olympia, on a bill with Baraka Blues (Arrington de Dionyso and Brahim) and extreme improvisation band Vitality Ritual. Grex celebrates the release of its new album “Auntie + Tebs,” which explores stories of revolution in the Philippines and South Africa.

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