BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Olympia: arts\, this weekend (Fri Sep 18 to Sun Sep 20\, Ameri ca/Los_Angeles). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscrib e rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https:/ /caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains inf ormation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/olympia-wa/this-weekend-arts.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Olympia: arts\, this weekend (Fri Sep 18 to Sun Sep 20\, Amer ica/Los_Angeles). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscri be rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https: //caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains in formation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Olympia · arts · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:She Loves Me DTSTART:20260829T020000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000018Z UID:10005662-1787943600-1789923600@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:20260916T000018Z LOCATION:Centerstage Theatre\, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd\, Federal Way\, WA\, 98023\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/she-loves-me/2026-08-28/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🍂 Harvest Crowns DTSTART:20260901T170000Z DTEND:20260930T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120041Z UID:10004402-1788256800-1790784000@www.hocm.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Craft a harvest crown to celebrate the changing of the season! \nFree with admission or membership. Online reservations recommended. Get tickets. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120041Z LOCATION:Hands On Children’s Museum\, 414 Jefferson St NE\, Olympia\, WA \, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.hocm.org/event/%f0%9f%8d%82-harvest-crowns/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Hands On Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.hocm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Barefoot in the Park DTSTART:20260904T023000Z DTEND:20260920T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061801Z UID:10006199-1788463800-1789855200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts 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:20260915T061801Z LOCATION:State Theater\, 202 4th Avenue East\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, Unit ed States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/barefoot-in-the-park/2026-09-03/2/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🍂 Harvest Crowns DTSTART:20260912T190000Z DTEND:20260930T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T121823Z UID:10004582-1789214400-1790780400@www.hocm.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Craft a harvest crown to celebrate the changing of the season! \nFree with admission or membership. Online reservations recommended. Get tickets. LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T121823Z LOCATION:Hands On Children’s Museum\, 414 Jefferson St NE\, Olympia\, WA \, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.hocm.org/event/harvest-crowns/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Hands On Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.hocm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Garden Club Standard Flower Show DTSTART:20260918T193000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T001945Z UID:240429-1789734600-1789740000@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Artistic flower designs and horticulture examples created by m embers of clubs in the Black Hills District\, a member of the National Gar den Clubs.\nDesigns are centered around the theme Purple Mountain Majestie s\, in honor of America’s 250th birthday. The show is open to the public at no cost. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T001945Z LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds\, 3054 Carpenter Rd\, lacey\, WA\, United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/national-garden-club-standard-flowe r-show/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Painted Screen - Caravaggio: The Soul and the Blood DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T061936Z UID:241046-1789740000-1789747200@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:arts,film DESCRIPTION:Experience art like never before. \nJoin us for The Painted Sc reen\, a monthly series exploring the lives and legacies of artists who ha ve shaped how we see the world. Each screening offers a window into the cr eative spirit—a journey through color\, passion\, and imagination\, told through the power of film. Every third Friday at 2 pm. \nCaravaggio: The Soul and the Blood\n2018 – 1 hour 30 minutes \nA breathtaking cinematic journey into the life and legacy of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio\, on e of the most revolutionary and controversial figures in art history. This 90-minute documentary offers an unprecedented\, ultra-high-definition loo k at the master’s work. \nExperience the dramatic interplay of light and shadow through stunning 4K close-ups that reveal individual brushstrokes and details invisible to the naked eye. The film blends expert commentary from renowned art historians with striking\, avant-garde cinematic sequenc es that explore Caravaggio’s turbulent life and artistic vision. \nPerfe ct for art lovers\, history enthusiasts\, and anyone fascinated by the Bar oque era. \nLight refreshments will be served\, followed by an optional\, informal group discussion. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T061936Z LOCATION:Lacey Timberland Library URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/the-painted-screen-caravaggio-the-s oul-and-the-blood/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Quilcene Fair and Parade DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T001741Z UID:45633-1789812000-1789830000@olympicpeninsula.org CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Quilcene’s annual Fair is a free family-friendly event featu ring a parade\, a car show\, music\, art\, crafts\, and great local food. The Car Show begins at 10 am\, and the Parade kicks off at 11 am. Don’t forget to check out the local vendors. Kids will love the Strait Up Foam F un\, and the musical entertainment will have everyone dancing! LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T001741Z LOCATION:Quilcene URL:https://olympicpeninsula.org/event/quilcene-fair-and-parade-2/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympic Peninsula X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympicpeninsula.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Back to School Bags DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120041Z UID:10004429-1789815600-1789830000@www.hocm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Back to School Bags: Learn how to turn a t-shirt into a tote\, plastic-fuse a folder\, or make a duct-tape wallet! \nFree with admission or membership. \nGet tickets. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120041Z LOCATION:Hands On Children’s Museum\, 414 Jefferson St NE\, Olympia\, WA \, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.hocm.org/event/back-to-school-bags/2026-09-19/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Hands On Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.hocm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Covid Safer Fiber Arts Meetup DTSTART:20260919T220000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:d664806f-0de6-45a0-89be-177661147032 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Third Saturdays\, 3-5 PM at DECAY :) Covid Safer Fiber Arts Me etup! Bring a project and hang out with other covid conscious folks. Free\ , all ages\, ADA accessible. Check out covidsaferoly.com for more covid co nscious events.\n\nPrecautions: Masks required (KN95+)\, Clean Air Kits To wer of Power + Smart Air Blast Mini MKII air purifiers running for over 10 0% 5 ACH coverage of the space\, CO2 monitoring to adjust ventilation as n eeded\, Far-UVC.\n\nAccess: Single story\, step-free entryway + interior\, no inclines/declines in the space. The front door is light and opens in o r out. One gender neutral\, single-stall restroom with grab bars\, roll-un der sink. Two access points to the back room\, one is just shy of 3ft wide \, the other one has ample space for wheelchairs to pass through.\n\nStree t parking is free on weekends. DECAY is located a couple blocks from the d owntown transit center. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-09-19-covid-safer-fiber-arts- meetup?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Airbound Arts 10 year Anniversary Celebration DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T063000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182212Z UID:243028-1789837200-1789860600@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,drink,free DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, September 19th for a celebration of Airb ound Arts  and our role as a non-profit  space supporting the local aeri al and circus community.  Whether  you’ve been a part of our community for years or have never stepped through the doors\, we’d love to have y ou join us! \n5pm – 8pm:   Sips \, snacks\, and silent auction. Free t o attend! All ages welcome.  Enjoy:\n* Complimentary non alcoholic drinks and small bites\n* Beer and wine available for purchase at the bar\n* A  silent auction featuring items from local businesses\n* A chance to explo re our space and learn about our history\n* Stories and insight into the l ocal Olympia circus community \nTake a look around\, connect with fellow c ircus and aerial enthusiasts\, and bid on something fabulous from our sile nt auction!\n100% of auction proceeds support Airbound Arts and help us co ntinue providing a home for the local circus community.\nWe can wait to ce lebrate with you! \n8pm: Aerial Show !   Join us for  a one of a kind Aerial Fashion Show\, created in collaboration with local aerialist  and fashion designer ClemCreations.\nExpect an evening where circus \, aerial arts and fashion design collide featuring all original designs brought to life in the air by local performers. \nTickets:\n$20 general admission\n$3 0 limited VIP (includes front row seat\, 1 free raffle ticket\, 1 drink ti cket)   VIP tickets are very limited so grab yours while they last! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182212Z LOCATION:Airbound Arts\, 312 Columbia St. NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/airbound-arts-10-year-anniversary-c elebration/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Back to School Bags DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120041Z UID:10004426-1789902000-1789916400@www.hocm.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Back to School Bags: Learn how to turn a t-shirt into a tote\, plastic-fuse a folder\, or make a duct-tape wallet! \nFree with admission or membership. \nGet tickets. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120041Z LOCATION:Hands On Children’s Museum\, 414 Jefferson St NE\, Olympia\, WA \, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.hocm.org/event/back-to-school-bags/2026-09-20/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Hands On Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.hocm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paint & Sip DTSTART:20260921T010000Z DTEND:20260921T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T050937Z UID:29506-1789927200-1789930800@www.olygolfclub.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T050937Z URL:https://www.olygolfclub.com/event/paint-sip-4/?utm_source=caldiscovery &utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Country & Golf Club X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.olygolfclub.com/dining-social END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR