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  • Magic Curtain Morning: Hope’s Meadow

    Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United States

    Next up in our Magic Curtain Mornings daytime show series: HOPE'S MEADOW This new, original story by OFT is an interactive theater experience created especially for little ones and their families. This is a story about hope, shared community, bravery, and what happens when we stand up for what is right in our hearts. Thurs ...

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  • Lacey Loves to Read 2026 Author Event

    Koval Center for the Performing Arts 4155 6th Ave NE, Lacey, WA, United States

    Free community event! Bestselling author Renee Watson, winner of the 2026 Newbery Medal award, will read and speak. Door prizes.

    Free

  • Share the Love Valentine Carnival

    Eagles Club 805 4th Ave. E., Olympia, WA, United States

    “Share the LOVE” Valentine Carnival Takes Over Friday the 13th with Three Floors of Romance, Revelry, and Rhythm at the Olympia Eagles Club What: Share the LOVE – Valentine Carnival and Membership Drive When: Friday, February 13 | 5:00pm–11:00pm Who: Open to the Public | All Ages until 9:00pm Where: Olympia Eagles Club, 805 4th Ave ...

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    Free

  • PNW Burlesque presents “Bottoms Up!”, A Cheeky Valentine Spectacular

    The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia

    PNW Burlesque presents “Bottoms Up”, A Cheeky Valentines Spectacular! Join us on Friday February 13th for an unforgettable evening of glamour, comedy, and sultry entertainment in celebration of love, lust, and everything in between at the beautiful Washington Center for Performing Arts Main Stage in downtown Olympia. Whether you're drinking to remember, or drinking to ...

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    $25 – $50

  • Magic Curtain Morning: Hope’s Meadow

    Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United States

    Next up in our Magic Curtain Mornings daytime show series: HOPE'S MEADOW This new, original story by OFT is an interactive theater experience created especially for little ones and their families. This is a story about hope, shared community, bravery, and what happens when we stand up for what is right in our hearts. Thurs ...

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  • Paper Crafts & Book Arts

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

    Pop-Up Paper Fun! Cut, fold, and glue your way into the wonderful world of pop-up art! Families and creators of all ages are invited to learn simple pop-up techniques while making a festive Valentine’s card. Feeling inspired? Stick around to turn four cards into a delightful carousel-style pop-up book you can take home and treasure. ...

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    Free

  • How Much the Heart Can Hold

    Harlequin Productions 202 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United States

    "Back by Cupid’s demand! In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Northwest Playwrights Alliance presents a one-night-only performance of How Much the Heart Can Hold, starring three real-life couples. Kathy Dorgan directs an all-star cast in this romantic evening curated and written by Bryan Willis and Linda Kalkwarf. Appropriate for all ages. Bring your sweetheart. Better yet, ...

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    $5 – $25

  • How Much the Heart Can Hold

    Harlequin Productions 202 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United States

    In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Northwest Playwrights Alliance presents a one-night-only performance of How Much the Heart Can Hold, starring three real-life couples. Kathy Dorgan directs an all-star cast in this romantic evening curated and written by local playwright Bryan Willis and Linda Kalkwarf. Appropriate for all ages. Bring your sweetheart. Better yet, bring them ...

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    $25

  • Gallery Talk with Charles Conner

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

    Meet 4th Annual TCC Black Artists Exhibition artist Charles Conner and hear about his artistic process. Gallery Talk will be held in the Building 4 Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College. Everyone welcome!

    Free

  • Gallery Talk with Sharvoski Gunn

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

    Meet 4th Annual TCC Black Artists Exhibition artist Sharvoski Gunn and hear about his artistic process. Gallery Talk will be held in the Building 4 Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College. Everyone welcome!

    Free

  • Author Talk with Mike Cairns: Under the Ash

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

    Presentation and Book Signing At 12:30pm on May 18, 1980, Washington Army National Guard helicopter pilot Captain Mike Cairns flew beneath the ash cloud of the Mount St. Helens volcano eruption – a feat never before attempted in history. In the challenging days that followed, as Mike, his crew, and fellow National Guard pilots flew ...

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    Free

  • Heaven’s Kitchen

    Airbound Arts, 312 Columbia Street NW, Olympia WA 98501 312 Columbia Street NW, Olympia, WA, United States

    Heaven’s Kitchen is set in New Orleans, where the angels are competing to make the best po-boy. Will these fools please the head chef or will they make a mess too big to clean up? Come join us with our friends at Airbound Arts in Olympia, WA for a magical night of circus! Featuring an ...

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    $22 – $33