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Red Riding Hood, a Holiday Panto
Centerstage Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United StatesRed Riding Hood: A Holiday Panto By Vince Brady Directed by Helen Marion-Rowe The perfect annual tradition returns this season with Red Riding Hood: a Holiday Panto! Turning everything topsy-turvy with new songs and old jokes, our very own spin on the story of a gal and her scarlet cloak will be a highlight of ...
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Art Journey Holiday Open Hours
507 Washington St. SE, Olympia, Washington 98502 507 Washington St. SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesVisit Art Journey Studio and Gallery at 507 Washington St. SE across from the Washington Center. Open 1pm to 5pm Tuesday thru Thursday and some Fridays and Saturdays through January 28th. Exhibiting Local paintings and pottery.
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CONTEMPORARY ARTS + CRAFTS MARKET
LGM Studios 111 Capitol Way N (Above Stadust Salon - Enter via the alley), OlympiaWhat: CONTEMPORARY ARTS + CRAFTS MARKET When: First two weekends of December (Fridays 5-8PM, Saturdays/Sundays 12-5PM) Where: LGM Studio - Between State Ave NW and 4th Ave, On the south side of the alley, on the second floor. Who: Lynette Charters, John Corzine, Lucy Gentry, Lynn Helbrecht, Melissa Nicholas, Rose Nicholas, Randi Parkhurst, Francisco Reyes, Julie Simpson, Mariana Vera, & ...
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Deep Sleep Art Show
The Copper Wolf 1126 2nd Ave SW, TumwaterCelebrate the coming winter with us at the Deep Sleep Art Show at The Copper Wolf on Thursday, December 11th from 5-8 PM. The show will feature original artwork by 42 Washington-based artists, so stop by with your family and friends to enjoy some sleep-inspired art, treats, shop artful gifts, and get to know your ...
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Great Bend Chamber Choir | Light & Gold – Holiday Works By Whitacre, Lauridsen, Gjeilo
St. David Of Wales Episcopal Church 324 W Cedar St, SheltonA luminous celebration of the season, Light and Gold brings together centuries of choral tradition in a contemplative tribute to the mystery and wonder of the Nativity. At the heart of the program are four stunning settings of the ancient text O Magnum Mysterium—from the serene Renaissance purity of Tomás Luis de Victoria, to the ...
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“Curious Music” at TCMoFA’s Patterns Exhibit
Thurston County Museum of Fine Arts 120 Olympia Ave NE, OlympiaSaturday December 12, 2025 at 7pm It’s a night of experimental music and performance art as a part of The Thurston County Museum of Fine Art’s new group show PATTERNS. Performing that night is Geological Creep, Max Nordile, Expulsar, and Translucent Envelope (pdx). All ages and admission is free, but there is a $10 Suggested ...
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Mercury Rising plays Queen at Nicole’s Bar
Nicole's Bar 109 Legion Way SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin Mercury Rising at Nicole's Bar in Olympia for food, drinks, and singing your favorite Queen anthems of all time. 32 Queen songs. 7 performers. 1 epic experience.
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Preserving Family Photos with Washington State Archives
Olympia AHA Museum & Visitor Center 203 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA, United StatesThis holiday season, bring your family albums to the Olympia AHA Museum and Visitor Center for a hands-on preservation workshop. Washington State Archives staff will be teaching us how to preserve family scrapbooks and albums, and how to create new ones that will stand the test of time.
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Keys to Connection Winter Showcase
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesExperience the warmth of community and the power of music to unite and uplift at the Keys to Connection Winter Showcase, a heartwarming performance by talented Olympia High School musicians dedicated to building bridges between generations. This youth-led project brings live music to senior living communities across Thurston County, fostering connection, joy, and shared creativity. ...
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Keys to Connection Winter Showcase (Moved to Olympia Library)
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, OlympiaBridging Generations Through Music Experience the warmth of community and the power of music to unite and uplift at the Keys to Connection Winter Showcase, a heartwarming performance by talented Olympia High School musicians dedicated to building bridges between generations. This youth-led project brings live music to senior living communities across Thurston County, fostering connection, ...
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Terry & Friends Christmas
St. Mark Lutheran Church, Lacey- 2109 College St. SE 2109 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesIf you want to hear great Christmas music, have your heart warmed, laugh your head off, and sing-a-long…this show is for you! The audience becomes the “live studio audience” inside of KTAF Studios. Join Terry Shaw and his friends this year for a Christmas Radio Show you won’t forget! Sat, Dec. 13 @7pm and Sun, ...
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Author Talk with Casey Clapp
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesEver wonder what kind of tree is growing in your neighborhood or why it’s there in the first place? Join arborist, educator, and podcast host Casey Clapp for an engaging talk and Q&A about the trees that surround us every day. Based on his visually rich and witty new book The Trees Around You, this ...
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