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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - olympia-wa BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:She Loves Me DTSTART:20260815T020000Z DTEND:20260907T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T002406Z UID:10005656-1786734000-1788714000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The original “it’s complicated.”\nCenterstage Presents  \nShe Loves Me!\n \nBy JOE MASTEROFF\, JERRY BOCK\, AND SHELDON HARNICK\n Directed by Michelle Blackmon\nMay 22 – June 14\, 2026 \nFridays and Sa turdays at 7:30pm\, and Sundays at 2:00pm\nFEDERAL WAY\, WA—Anonymous le tters and mistaken identities entwine with a gorgeous score and wonderful characters in this delightful\, elegant musical comedy. In a bustling Euro pean city\, a small perfume shop sees its fair share of colorful clients\, to say nothing of the staff! Shop clerks Amalia and Georg tend to clash m ore often than not\; both of them are competitive\, customer-focused\, and all business. But outside of work\, each has a secret: a romantic pen pal they write rapturous letters to – someone they’ve never even met! … Or have they? \n\nShe Loves Me was nominated for five Tony Awards when it debuted on Broadway\, and both revivals garnered awards of their own. Joi n Amalia\, Georg\, and all their coworkers as they try to discover the sec ret identities of both lovers and liars alike!\n\nRating:  All ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T002406Z LOCATION:Centerstage Theatre\, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd\, Federal Way\, WA\, 98023\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/she-loves-me/2026-08-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LoveOly Music in the Park 2026 DTSTART:20260820T010000Z DTEND:20260910T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T062337Z UID:10005899-1787162400-1788984000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:The Olympia Downtown Alliance is excited to bring back Music i n the Park\, presented by Olympia Federal Savings\, a beloved summer tradi tion featuring live\, local music in beautiful downtown settings. Join us for four Wednesdays of free outdoor concerts at Sylvester Park and Port Pl aza.\n\nWhether you’re dancing with friends or relaxing on a picnic blan ket\, this series is your invitation to celebrate summer with music\, comm unity\, and good vibes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T062337Z LOCATION:Sylvester Park\, 615 Washington Street\, Olympia\, WA 98501\, 615 Washington St SE\, Olympia\, 98501 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/loveoly-music-in-the-park-2026/2026-08-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Harbor Days Maritime Festival and Tugboat Races DTSTART:20260905T000000Z DTEND:20260907T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T181840Z UID:10006676-1788541200-1788717600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:The Olympia Harbor Days Festival\, a free event offered every Labor Day Weekend\, is an award winning free and family friendly event tha t showcases many of the vintage tugboats of the Puget Sound with a walk ab oard show at the docks and races in the bay.\n\nFestival attendees will en joy great food\, great music\, great artisans\, plus nautical and marine t hemed attractions\, and hands-on activities\, including Olympia’s tugboa t heritage\, tribal history and the working waterfront with Port of Olympi a tours. All in all\, there are over 300 things to do and see.\n\nBring y our kids to this family-friendly maritime celebration and fuel their dream s of working on the water and sailing the world when they grow up. Olympia Harbor Days Festival also includes locally hand built small watercraft (B ob Peck’s mini tugs featured at the large pavilion at Percival Landing P ark)\, tribal cultural sharings\, sand carving\, and dancing pirates just to name a few.\n\nVisit www.harbordays.com for the full schedule of even ts and more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T181840Z LOCATION:Downtown Olympia Waterfront\, 217 Thurston Ave NW\, Olympia\, 985 01 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-harbor-days-maritime-festival-and-tu gboat-races/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seymour’s Kids Club: Tell Me a Story DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000307Z UID:10006577-1788606000-1788609600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Seymour’s Kids Club: Tell Me a Story\nSaturday\, September 5 \, 2026 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nAdmission is included with advance regi stration or general admission. \nChildren aged 5 and under are always fr ee!\nSeymour’s Kids Club returns with a special session on storytelling! Join us for a story reading in the gallery\, followed by a fun discussion about the key elements that make a great story—characters\, setting\, a nd plot. Then put your creativity to work by creating your own story and b ringing it to life through a painting activity inspired by the characters and adventures you imagine!\n\nSeymour’s Kids Club is a series of intera ctive\, educational family programs designed to introduce children (ages 4 to 10) to the history and culture of Washington State and to spark curios ity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000307Z LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98 402 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/seymours-kids-club-tell-me-a-story/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Barefoot in the Park DTSTART:20260906T210000Z DTEND:20260906T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T002508Z UID:10006202-1788703200-1788712200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the wor d: he’s a straight‑laced lawyer\; she’s a free spirit chasing her ne xt thrill. Their sixth‑floor Manhattan walk‑up is riddled with leaks\, bad plumbing\, and a paint job long overdue. After a six‑day honeymoon\ , Corie’s eccentric mother crashes the party\, and their quirky attic ne ighbor\, Velasco\, drops in—literally—turning domestic bliss into comi c mayhem. As Paul’s pragmatism clashes with Corie’s spontaneity\, only a barefoot sprint through Washington Square can save their marriage. Smar t\, snappy\, and full of heart\, Tony Award-winning Barefoot in the Park  opened on Broadway in 1963 and ran for 1\,530 performances\, becoming Ne il Simon’s first smash hit and one of the ten longest‑running plays in Broadway history. Today\, Simon’s landmark comedy remains an American s tage treasure\, its sparkling wit and heartfelt charm as irresistible as e ver. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T002508Z LOCATION:State Theater\, 202 4th Avenue East\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, Unit ed States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/barefoot-in-the-park/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parent Toddler Sensory Friendly Dance DTSTART:20260907T173000Z DTEND:20260907T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T002115Z UID:10005830-1788777000-1788780600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:dance,family DESCRIPTION:This class is for kiddos ages 2-3 who are neurodivergent and/o r on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. Please bring headphones for your child if they benefit from wearing them\, we will have a few spare p airs as well! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002115Z LOCATION:The Olympia Center\, 222 columbia st\, Olympia\, 98501 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/parent-toddler-sensory-friendly-dance/2026-0 9-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Auditions for Capital City Chorus of Olympia DTSTART:20260908T010000Z DTEND:20260909T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T002123Z UID:10006680-1788804000-1788897600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Capital City Chorus of Olympia welcomes new singers to join ou r community chorus. You don’t need to prepare anything\, just yourself. We have people of all skill levels and experience auditioning. Monday\, Se ptember 7 and Tuesday\, September 8 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Gloria Dei Luther an Church\, 1515 Harrison Ave.\, Olympia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T002123Z LOCATION:Gloria Dei Lutheran Church\, 1515 Harrison Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\ , 98502\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/auditions-for-capital-city-chorus-of-olympia / X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ISM Festival DTSTART:20260911T070000Z DTEND:20260914T065959Z DTSTAMP:20260731T180226Z UID:10006583-1789084800-1789343999@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival,film,music,theater DESCRIPTION:ISM Festival is a 3 day experimental music / visual / movement / film / performance-art event. It features 80+ performances in 7 venues across Downtown Olympia. \nISM was created to catalyze the inventive\, ex perimental performance art that Olympia has historically been known for (w orldwide). Some venues are free. Tickets start at $15. All performances wa lkable in Downtown Olympia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T180226Z LOCATION:downtown olympia\, Downtown Olympia at 5th Avenue and Washington Street\, Olympia\, 98502 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/ism-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Books by the Bay DTSTART:20260912T003000Z DTEND:20260912T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T002123Z UID:10006681-1789147800-1789158600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food,literary,music DESCRIPTION:A Seaside Celebration to Benefit the South Sound Reading Found ation. Our annual unique literacy-themed gala features award-winning autho r speaker\, live music\, delicious food and signature cocktails\, ‘A Cha nce to Cherish’ silent auction\, a gorgeous Panowicz raffle\, the famous Punch Wall\, Blind Date With a Book\, and more! LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T002123Z LOCATION:Olympia Country and Golf Club\, 3636 Country Club Road NW\, Olymp ia\, WA\, 98502\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/books-by-the-bay/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Extended Deadline to Enter TCC's Indigenous Art Exhibition DTSTART:20260914T070000Z DTEND:20260915T065959Z DTSTAMP:20260827T002123Z UID:10006682-1789344000-1789430399@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The deadline to enter TCC’s Indigenous Art Exhibition has be en extended to Sept. 14. The exhibition will take place Nov. 17 – Dec. 1 8 in the Building 4 Art Gallery at Tacoma Community College. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T002123Z LOCATION:The Gallery at Tacoma Community College\, 6501 South 19th Street\ , Tacoma\, 98466 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/extended-deadline-to-enter-tccs-indigenous-a rt-exhibition/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Painted Screen - Caravaggio: The Soul and the Blood DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T000940Z UID:10006591-1789740000-1789747200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,film DESCRIPTION:Experience art like never before.\n\nJoin us for The Painted Screen\, a 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—a journey through color\, passion\, and imagination\, to ld through the power of film. Every third Friday at 2 pm.\n\nCaravaggio:  The Soul and the Blood\n\n2018 – 1 hour 30 minutes\n\nA breathtaking cin ematic journey into the life and legacy of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravagg io\, one of the most revolutionary and controversial figures in art histor y. This 90-minute documentary offers an unprecedented\, ultra-high-defini tion look at the master’s work.\n\nExperience the dramatic interplay of light and shadow through stunning 4K close-ups that reveal individual brus hstrokes and details invisible to the naked eye. The film blends expert co mmentary from renowned art historians with striking\, avant-garde cinemati c sequences that explore Caravaggio’s turbulent life and artistic vision .\n\nPerfect for art lovers\, history enthusiasts\, and anyone fascinated by the Baroque era.\n\nLight refreshments will be served\, followed by an optional\, informal group discussion. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T000940Z LOCATION:Lacey Timberland Library\, 500 College St SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503 \, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/the-painted-screen-caravaggio-the-soul-and-t he-blood/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:StoryOly Grand Slam DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T182158Z UID:10006599-1789804800-1789837200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:community,literary DESCRIPTION:What: The 11th Annual StoryOly Grand Slam\nWhen: Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\nTime:     Door at 6pm\n               Sho w at 7pm\nWhere: Capitol Theater\, 206 5th Ave. SE Olympia WA\nTickets: $ 23.25 (includes OFS service fee of $3.25) in Advance at https://www.olymp iafilmsociety.org/movie/storyoly-grandslam or at OFS Box Office.\nYou Can at the DOOR\, no one turned away night of event!\n\n STORYOLY GRAND SLAM \n\nDetails:\nThis is the culminating event of StoryOly\, the season final e!\nEvery month (Nov- Aug) people gather and listen to personal stories\, true stories from life\, told by their fellow community members at the mon thly StoryOly Storytelling Slam. At each storytelling slam (contest) a w inner is chosen based on their excellent storytelling skills. Now – thos e selected monthly winners will compete with each other for the StoryOly  Grand Slam Title! And a sizeable Cash Prize!\n\nHosted by local storyte ller Elizabeth Lord.\nThree local celebrity judges will choose the Grand  Slam Champion. This year’s judges are former Olympia mayor Cheryl Selby \, Oly Arts publisher/actor John Serembe\, and Window Seat Media folkloris t/oral historian Elaine Vradenburgh.\nLive music opens and closes the nigh t with Moon Scooter (A local four-piece funk combo).\nIf you are a fan of The Moth Radio Show this is the event for you!\n\nA portion of the Door pr oceeds will benefit The Downtown Olympia Creative District. DOCD | Downto wn Olympia Creative District\n\nCash Only bar upstairs provided by Olympia Film Society.\nThe best of the Olympia best will tell stories this night! Join Us!\n\nMore info:\nContact Elizabeth Lord\, 360-250-2721\nwww.storyo ly.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182158Z LOCATION:Capitol Theater\, 206 5th Ave. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/storyoly-grand-slam/2026-09-19/1/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Staged reading of “Brighton Beach Memoirs” DTSTART:20260926T020000Z DTEND:20260926T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T182334Z UID:10006683-1790362800-1790371800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Support local families at a staged reading of Neil Simon’s c lassic play about immigrants\, “Brighton Beach Memoirs.” LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182334Z LOCATION:Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation\, 2315 Division St. N W\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/staged-reading-of-brighton-beach-memoirs/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fast Friends - Friendship Game Show DTSTART:20260926T234500Z DTEND:20260927T011500Z DTSTAMP:20260817T182157Z UID:10006671-1790441100-1790446500@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:A comedy adventure where you can make a new pal\, hash out bee f with an existing buddy (real or made up!)! What the funishment?! Win a p hotoshoot!!!?\n\nLike to make a new friend?\n\nHave a conflict (real\, mad e up\, from the past that hasn’t been resolved and you’d like to act i t out with a stranger) you’d like to have mediated by comedians?\n\nEnjo y laughter\, comedy\, a splash of drama\, and ridiculous fun?!\n\nCome che ck out Fast Friends! A comedy game show where new friends are made\, confl icts are resolved\, and stand-up comedians keep it silly!\n\nThe audience is the jury\, the host is the judge\, and the pair voted “best friends ” win a cheesy\, professional photo shoot on the spot! LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T182157Z LOCATION:TC MEDIA STUDIOS\, 440 Yauger Way SW\, Olympia\, WA\, Olympia\, W A\, 98502\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/fast-friends-friendship-game-show/2026-09-26 /1/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Puget Sound Book Artists Annual Members’ Exhibition DTSTART:20260928T150000Z DTEND:20260929T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T062049Z UID:10006677-1790582400-1797094800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Olympia\, WA — Puget Sound Book Artists (PSBA) proudly mar ks a milestone year with its 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibition\, a celeb ration of creativity\, community\, and the art of the book.  \nCentered o n the theme “15\,” the 2026 exhibition invites artists to reflect on t he past\, honor achievements\, and imagine the future. From fifteen years of friendship to journeys lasting fifteen days\, from collections of fifte en meaningful objects to explorations of the number itself the exhibition offers unique interpretations of this anniversary theme. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T062049Z URL:https://olyarts.org/event/2026-puget-sound-book-artists-annual-members -exhibition/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Dance Ages 10-13 DTSTART:20260928T233000Z DTEND:20260929T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T002115Z UID:10006809-1790613000-1790616600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:This specialized recreation class is designed for children dev elopmentally ages 10-13 who are neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectr um. We provide a nurturing space for creative dance that fosters motor ski lls\, self expression\, and mind-body connection. Supported with props fro m sensory toolhouse LLC. Together we will explore creative movement\, conc ept based games\, and movement elements like time\, space\, and direction! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002115Z LOCATION:Jacob Smith House\, 4500 Intelco Loop S\, Lacey\, 98503 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/sensory-friendly-dance-ages-10-13/2026-09-28 / X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arts Olympia Fall Show DTSTART:20261001T070000Z DTEND:20261002T065959Z DTSTAMP:20260830T002538Z UID:10006684-1790812800-1796083199@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:Come see Original Art by our local artists! Stop by for a bage l and enjoy! Schwartz’s Bakery\, 124 4th Ave E\, Olympia LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T002538Z LOCATION:Schwartz’s Bakery\, 124 4th Ave E\, Olympia\, WA\, Washington\, 98501 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/arts-olympia-fall-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Weavers Guild Annual Show and Sale 2026 DTSTART:20261002T180000Z DTEND:20261003T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000307Z UID:10006207-1790938800-1790964000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Come join the Olympia Weavers Guild for their exciting Annual Show and Sale! This in-person event is the perfect chance to explore beaut iful handwoven creations\, meet talented local artists\, and maybe take ho me some stunning handmade textiles. Whether you’re a weaving pro or just curious\, there’s something here for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fun\, creative gathering!\n\nFree admission\, free parking\, ADA complian t venue. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000307Z LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds\, 3054 Carpenter Rd\, Lacey\, WA\, 98 503\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-weavers-guild-annual-show-and-sale-2 026/2026-10-02/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Regional Community College Student Art Exhibition Recep tion DTSTART:20261002T230000Z DTEND:20261003T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T002420Z UID:10007010-1790956800-1790964000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:View art by students from Tacoma Community College\, Pierce Co llege\, Green River College\, and South Puget Sound Community College in t he 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 strengthen their e xhibition histories. Free admission!\n\nFind Gallery hours and parking inf ormation\, upcoming events and exhibitions\, and calls for entry at tacoma cc.edu/thegallery. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002420Z LOCATION:The Gallery at Tacoma Community College\, 6501 South 19th Street\ , Tacoma\, 98466 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/2nd-annual-regional-community-college-studen t-art-exhibition-reception/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell DTSTART:20261003T180000Z DTEND:20261003T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260731T000244Z UID:10006581-1791025200-1791028800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2 026 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nAdmission is included with advance registra tion or general admission. \nChildren aged 5 and under are always free!\ nHot Wheels\, LEGOs\, and stuffed animals are among today’s favorite sho w-and-tell treasures—but what were children’s favorite toys long ago? Bring your favorite toy and join us for an interactive show-and-tell as we explore toys from the past. Participants will compare their favorite show -and-tell items with favorites from the past and create a historic toy to take home.\n\nSeymour’s Kids Club is a series of interactive\, education al family programs designed to introduce children (ages 4 to 10) to the hi story and culture of Washington State and to spark curiosity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T000244Z LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98 402 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/seymours-kids-club-show-and-tell/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gandhi's wife tells her side of the story DTSTART:20261008T010000Z DTEND:20261008T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T182158Z UID:10006598-1791396000-1791403200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Who was Kasturba Gandhi? As Mahatma Gandhi’s wife\, Kasturba Gandhi was an activist\, a freedom fighter in her own right\, and an insp iration to many in India’s struggle for independence. \n\nSouth Sound S tory Guild zooms in storyteller Roopa Mohan\, a native of India\, now from San Francisco\, California. Roopa takes on the persona of Kasturba Gandhi \, Gandhi’s wife\, and tells her side of the story. \n\nOn Wednesday\, October 7\, at Traditions Cafe\, at 6 pm\, South Sound Story Guild zooms i n two storytellers from out of town. At 7 pm\, we open Story Swap\, where audience members may tell a story\, personal or folktale\, about 8 minutes in length. So come to sit back and listen or to tell your own story. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182158Z LOCATION:Traditions Fair Trade Cafe\, 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 9850 1\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/gandhis-wife-tells-her-side-of-the-story/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist Meet and Greet Power of Place\, The Governor's Mansion DTSTART:20261008T183000Z DTEND:20261008T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T002109Z UID:10006670-1791459000-1791464400@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:Meet artists\, chat about their art\, and enjoy an early after noon reception with appetizers and dessert at the Governor’s Mansion!\n\ n\n\n\n\nGet ready to connect in person with amazing artists at the Pow er of Place Meet and Greet! Whether you’re an art lover\, history enthu siast\, or simply curious about Washington’s rich heritage\, this is a u nique chance to experience the Governor’s Mansion in an intimate and mem orable way.\n\nThursday\, October 8\n\n11:30 AM -1 PM\n\nStep inside the W ashington State Governor’s Mansion for a rare opportunity to meet the ar tists behind Power of Place\, the Governor’s Mansion’s America 250 ex hibition.\n\nHear firsthand the stories\, inspirations\, and connections b ehind the artwork while exploring the exhibition in the company of the art ists themselves. From farm fields to city streets\, Indigenous heritage to the quiet and bustling corners of Washington\, the exhibition reflects a wide range of experiences—and the artists who bring them to life.\n\nEnj oy a relaxed afternoon reception with non-alcoholic beverages\, appetizers \, and dessert as you mingle with the artists and fellow guests. Tickets a re $34 for Governor’s Mansion Foundation Friends and $40 for general admission. To become a Friend of the Mansion\, please see our website at  wagovmansion.org\n\nFeatured Artists\n\nDan Friday (Lummi) · Andy Ecclesh all · Carla Paine · Melanie Thompson · Louie Gong (Nooksack) · Michae l Stasinos · James Kroner · Nancy Romanovsky LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T002109Z LOCATION:The Governor’s Mansion URL:https://olyarts.org/event/artist-meet-and-greet-power-of-place-the-gov ernors-mansion/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Music of Billy Joel DTSTART:20261010T020000Z DTEND:20261010T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182635Z UID:10006870-1791572400-1791579600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:food,music DESCRIPTION:Terry Shaw and His Band play the hits of Billy Joel.  Dinner service is available at 5:45 (dinner sold separately).  Reservations HIGH LY recommended. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182635Z LOCATION:Traditions Fair Trade Cafe\, 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 9850 1\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/the-music-of-billy-joel/2026-10-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Symphony Presents LIFT: Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue DTSTART:20261011T220000Z DTEND:20261012T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182542Z UID:10007009-1791730800-1791738000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:LIFT opens Olympia Symphony’s 2026/27 season\, Kaleidoscope\ , with American music in full color.\n\nFrom 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\, me mory\, resilience\, and hope. Guest artist Calder Failla joins the orchest ra for Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue\, where classical brilliance meets ja zz-age energy\, followed by the symphonic world of Porgy and Bess: Catfish Row and James P. Johnson’s Victory Stride.\n\nA season opener with rhyt hm\, soul\, and lift. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182542Z LOCATION:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts\, 512 Washington St SE\, Olympia URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-symphony-presents-lift-gershwins-rha psody-in-blue/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure DTSTART:20261016T023000Z DTEND:20261016T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000307Z UID:10006576-1792092600-1792099800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:comedy,music DESCRIPTION:Equal parts cabaret\, comedy\, and catharsis — Randy Rainbow is exactly what we need right now. The four-time Emmy®-nominated comedia n\, producer\, actor\, writer\, and Internet phenomenon is bringing his wi ldly popular National Freakin’ Treasure tour. Famous for skewering polit ics with show-tune precision and a dazzling sense of humor\, Randy has bee n profiled by CBS Sunday Morning\, The Washington Post\, CNN\, NPR\, a nd Entertainment Weekly. His debut album earned a Grammy® nomination\, a nd his sold-out concert tours have delighted audiences coast to coast. Com e experience the musical comedy event of the season — and remember what it feels like to really\, truly laugh. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000307Z LOCATION:Washington Center for the Performing Arts\, 512 Washington St SE\ , Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/randy-rainbow-national-freakin-treasure/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Write in the Harbor DTSTART:20261107T020000Z DTEND:20261107T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T001118Z UID:10006584-1793988000-1793998800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Join us for Write in the Harbor\, the annual regional writer ’s conference held at Tacoma Community College’s Gig Harbor Campus!\n\ nFeaturing Keynote Speaker Suzanne Morrison\, this year’s conference the me is “Shaping the Narrative.”\n\nAn early bird rate is available thro ugh Sept. 18\, and a discounted rate is available for students with curren t Washington State college ID.\n\nLearn more and register here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T001118Z LOCATION:Tacoma Community College Gig Harbor Campus\, 3993 Hunt Street Nor thwest\, Gig Harbor\, 98335 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/write-in-the-harbor/2026-11-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FDR’s Very Happy Hour DTSTART:20261107T220000Z DTEND:20261107T234000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T182017Z UID:10006593-1794060000-1794066000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:community,drink,theater DESCRIPTION:Franklin Delano Roosevelt hosted a cocktail hour nearly every day at the White House\, welcoming folks from different backgrounds to sip martinis\, laugh\, and connect. Inspired by FDR’s love of stirring up d rinks and lively conversation to unwind in challenging times\, this immers ive new play mixes humor and history to build on this tradition for our er a\, asking how the 32nd President’s triumphs and failures might illumina te our own civic health. As FDR invites us to ponder life\, a complicated legacy\, and the pursuit of community\, strangers become friends—and per haps\, together\, we can find ways to talk with our neighbors again. This project prioritizes exploring the creation of an accessible experience for the fullest human spectrum possible. Captioning\, ASL Interpretation\, an d design of the physical space for wheelchair access are part of the show. (FDR used a wheelchair\, after all.)\n\nThere are four performances of th is production:\n\nThursday\, Nov. 5 at 7:30 pm\n\nFriday\, Nov. 6 at 7:30 pm\n\nSaturday\, Nov. 7 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm\n\nTickets available at washi ngtoncenter.org or by calling the Box Office at 3360-753-8586. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T182017Z LOCATION:Washington Center Black Box\, 512 Washington Street SE\, Olympia\ , 98501\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/fdrs-very-happy-hour/2026-11-07/1/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Symphony Presents EVLOVE: Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale DTSTART:20261108T230000Z DTEND:20261109T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182542Z UID:10007008-1794150000-1794157200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:A soldier. A violin. A devil. A world being born.\n\nEVOLVE br ings two theatrical works together in one intimate concert of story\, rhyt hm\, and transformation. In La Création du Monde\, The Creation of the Wo rld\, Darius Milhaud turns a creation myth into a jazz-infused ballet\, sh aped by the sound world he encountered in Harlem. In L’Histoire du solda t\, The Soldier’s Tale\, Igor Stravinsky tells a sharp\, unforgettable s tory of a soldier who trades his violin\, his heart and soul\, to the Devi l for unlimited wealth.\n\nWith Aaron Lamb\, Producing Artistic Director o f Harlequin Productions\, joining as narrator\, EVOLVE becomes a concert w here music speaks\, stories move\, and every choice carries a cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182542Z LOCATION:Capital High School Performing Arts Center\, 2707 Conger Ave NW\, Olympia\, 98502 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-symphony-presents-evlove-stravinskys -the-soldiers-tale/ X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR