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X-WR-CALNAME:Olympia · tomorrow · 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:LoveOly Music in the Park 2026 DTSTART:20260903T010000Z DTEND:20260924T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T060023Z UID:10005901-1788372000-1790193600@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:20260917T060023Z 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-2026/2026-09-02/?u tm_source=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: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:Them Badgers + Wiseacre + Stella Jay & The Monkeys in Love DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260914T062149Z UID:10105-1789689600-1789775999@wildchildolympia.com CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T062149Z URL:https://wildchildolympia.com/event/them-badger-wiseacre-stella-jay-the -monkeys-in-love/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olym pia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Wild Child Olympia X-SOURCE-URL:https://wildchildolympia.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tire Recycling Event DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:6lh077tvbunlh6srn70mvacbnh@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Lewis County residents only\; ID will be checked \nNo tires f rom businesses permitted \nLimit: 12 passenger or light truck tires per h ousehold \nCustomers must unload their own tires\nNo semi-truck tires or heavy equipment tires LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Southwest Washington Fairgrounds - South Parking Lot - 1909 S. Go ld St\, Centralia\, WA 98531 X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20260918T173000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1460@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-09-18/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shop Open DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060717Z UID:2097-1789729200-1789758000@themysticgameshop.com CATEGORIES:gaming LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060717Z URL:https://themysticgameshop.com/event/shop-open-119/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Mystic X-SOURCE-URL:https://themysticgameshop.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Friday Alms Round with Passaddhi Vihara DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T001945Z UID:242653-1789729200-1789736400@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:Join the Monastics of Passaddhi Vihara for their Friday Alms R ound by 11:30 am at the Olympia Farmer’s Market. Alms Round is an ancien t Buddhist tradition in which monastics receive food from the community as an expression of generosity and interdependence. After the offering\, com munity members are welcome to share a meal with the Monastics and particip ate in Dhamma conversation. The Monastics freely offer Buddhist teachings and meditation instruction as part of this shared practice. \nNo Buddhist experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome to offer food\, share the mea l\, ask questions\, or simply come learn about this living tradition. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T001945Z LOCATION:Olympia Farmers Market\, Olympia\, United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/friday-alms-round-with-passaddhi-vi hara/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olymp ia-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:Weekly Writers Group (Online) DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003020Z UID:event_315107778@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators.\n**Did you wri te this week?**\nCome join our online writing group session. We're a suppo rtive and friendly peer group that welcomes writers of all genres\, styles \, backgrounds and skill levels. Global group!\n\n**WHAT WE'LL DO:**\n**Ou r goal is to get writing done.** We'll start with a brief hello and writin g project check-ins. Then we'll clock 50 minutes of writing time. We don't offer a prompt. People work on all kinds of projects - or even simply wri te in journals.\n\nAfter the writing time is up\, you can stick around and volunteer to read what you wrote\, or listen to others. We try to keep re adings under 7 or so minutes each\, with another 7 minutes or so for peopl e to respond.\n\nWe're not a hard-core critique group. Feedback focuses on what people thought or felt when they heard your work\, or provides simpl e suggestions for making the work stronger. We're a positive\, encouraging group. New members and drop-ins always welcome.\n\n*This event is shared by the Seattle Writers Group\, who have been meeting weekly for over 17 ye ars. Since adding an online option\, the Seattle Writers warmly welcome wr iters from all over the globe to join writing sessions.*\n\n**HOW TO JOIN: **\nThis meetup is held via zoom. RSVP on meetup to see the zoom link.\n\n **RSVP:**\nDon't let the RSVP count fool you! There are always be more peo ple than shown. This event is posted on two meetups. Plus\, many regulars have the link saved and do not RSVP on meetup. You won't be alone\, we pro mise!\n\n**TIPS:**\n\n1. Be prepared with something to write with - pen an d paper\, or keyboard.\n2. Reading or sharing your work is completely opti onal.\n3. Totally fine if you can only join for the writing portion and ca n't stay for the readings.\n4. It's easier to talk to you if we can see yo ur face\, but you don't have to turn your camera on.\n5. You will be able to preview your video before you enter the meeting. You can keep your vide o off the entire time if you wish.\n6. If this is your first time using zo om\, click the link 5 minutes before the start of the meetup to get all se t up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003020Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/gutsycreatives/events/315107778/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators. 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:Indoor Rock Climbing DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T071431Z UID:10003350-1789736400-1789754400@summitpacificmedicalcenter.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Our Wellness Center boasts a two-story climbing wall that can be enjoyed by community members and physical therapy patients. Our rock wa ll utilizes an auto-belay system\, a simple way to learn to climb and a fu n way to stay active! Our instructor provides basic climbing knowledge and safety information to make your climbing experience efficient and enjoyab le. \nClimbing is available Monday through Friday from 1 to 6 p.m. Each 30 -minute climbing sessions can be scheduled for up to three participants at $10 per climber. Options: reservations required to climb at 1 pm\, 3 pm a nd 5 pm\, or walk-ins welcome at 2 pm and 4 pm. To schedule\, visit https ://bit.ly/3Yc7se3 \nUnder the supervision of an instructor\, our rock wall is a simple & fun way of learning to climb and stay active! Interested in creating a new hobby? Challenging yourself and friends? Overcoming your f ear of heights?\n\nWe offer a variety of fun games everyone can partake in when climbing! A quick safety harness instruction\, and small prizes!\n\n Tickets can also be purchased at Physical Therapy front desk (card or exac t cash). After purchase\, please put down best contact information in case of change!\nFor questions please email: rockwall_fitness@sp-mc.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T071431Z LOCATION:Summit Pacific Wellness Center Physical Therapy Gym\, 610 E Main Street\, Elma\, WA\, 98541 URL:https://summitpacificmedicalcenter.org/event/indoor-rock-climbing-2-2/ 2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Summit Pacific X-SOURCE-URL:https://summitpacificmedicalcenter.org 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:19th Anniversary Open House DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T061936Z UID:243162-1789743600-1789754400@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon celebration that has been 19 years in the making. There will be a ribbon cutting for our new Recovery & Longevi ty Lounge\, a full interactive tour of the clinic\, and a chance to meet t he team behind it all. Enter our Grand Prize Raffle for a chance at winnin g a free Premium Recovery Plan membership worth thousands in value. Sign u p for a free consult and 50% off a trial service. And if you’re one of t he first 25 through the door\, you’ll walk away with a free week in the new Lounge. Space is limited\, so RSVP today to save your spot. Questions before then? Reach out anytime\, we’re happy to help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T061936Z LOCATION:Penrose & Associates Physical Therapy\, 1445 Galaxy Dr\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/19th-anniversary-open-house/?utm_so urce=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:Grief Movement Workshop and Performance DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T061936Z UID:241704-1789750800-1789758000@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:When and Where: Friday\, September 18th and Saturday\, Septemb er 19th at Moving Parts Dance in Olympia (302 Columbia St NW\, Olympia\, W A 98501). \nCost: Free! Donations are welcome but not required. \nWhat’r e we doin’: This is a 24 hour project where we are creating movement in community to be shown as our experiences with grieving. You do not have to be a “dancer” to participate. If you are interested in diving in and exploring movement in a unique and thoughtful way\, this is a great opport unity to explore that. All experience levels are welcome. Accommodations a nd accessibility will be prioritized with movement. Grief with a variety o f situations will be explored. \nTimeline:\n– Friday\, September 18th 5p m-7pm – Dance Workshop and Grief Exploration\n– Saturday\, September 1 9th 2pm-5pm – Movement Crafting\, an hour dinner break after\, and show at 7pm\n– Anyone is welcome to attend the showing on Saturday the 19th a t 7pm. \nFeel free to share this event with anyone you think would be inte rested. If you would like to participate in the workshop\, please email da sbiestperformanceproject@gmail.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T061936Z LOCATION:Moving Parts Dance Studio\, 302 Columbia St NW\, olympia\, 98501\ , United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/grief-movement-workshop-and-perform ance/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olymp ia-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:Meditate with Passaddhi Vihara Monastics DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T121839Z UID:238811-1789752600-1789756200@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday evenings at the Soul Healing Center for guid ed and silent meditation for mindfulness of the body\, breathing and lovin g kindness\, for those who are new and experienced in mediation. Offered b y Ayya Suvijjānā and Ayya Niyyānika\, two Bhikkhunīs sharing their pra ctice from the Theravada tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Dhamma questi ons and discussion welcomed following mediation. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T121839Z LOCATION:Soul Healing Center\, 1403 Garfield Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502 \, United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/meditate-with-passaddhi-vihara-mona stics/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olym pia-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:Olympia History and Haunted Walking Tour DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T181938Z UID:243044-1789754400-1789759800@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:This highly acclaimed tour\, in its fourth year\, explores Oly mpia’s and the region’s dark legends\, including ghost stories\, real crimes\, Olympia’s red-light district\, the “mosquito fleet\,” shipw recks\, and more! Please join published author and historian Ira Wesley Ki tmacher as he leads an exploration of Olympia’s and the region’s “da rker side!” \nPlease meet on the boardwalk in between the Olympia Oyste r House (320 4th Avenue W) and the iconic “Kissing Statue” on 4th Ave nue W LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T181938Z URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/olympia-history-and-haunted-walking -tour/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olym pia-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:OlyPages Open House DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T001848Z UID:241590-1789754400-1789763400@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Come say hello and see OlyPages’ new upstairs studio space w here we are offering creative writing education through both free\, commun ity events and paid classes/workshops.\nLocation: upstairs at OlyPages Stu dio. Olypages Writing Arts Studio is in partnership with Browsers Bookshop .\nSee event link for more details. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T001848Z LOCATION:OlyPages Writing Arts Studio\, 111 Capitol Way N\, Ste 200\, Olym pia\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/olypages-open-house/?utm_source=cal discovery&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 Joe Mailhot Jazz Duet at Basilico DTSTART:20260919T013000Z DTEND:20260919T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T005954Z UID:event_316333397@meetup.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Olympia Jazz Central\nThe Joe Mailhot Jazz Duet plays from 6:3 0 to 8:30 pm Fridays at Basilico Ristorante 507 Capitol Way South in Olymp ia. The Jazz Duet plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards\, tunes by the m asters\, pop tunes arranged for jazz duet and original jazz inspired by th e work of the masters including Thelonious Monk\, Miles Davis\, John Coltr ane and Ornette Coleman\, as well as originals from some of our local comp osers. Call 570 8777 for reservations. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T005954Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympiajazzcentral/events/316333397/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Jazz Central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mid-Autumn Festival DTSTART:20260919T020000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182016Z UID:243470-1789758000-1789765200@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:HAPPY MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL 2026 WITH LIEN HOA TEMPLE \nThe Mid- Autumn Festival is just around the corner! Tri Am Hoa Dieu Group is deligh ted to co-host a vibrant\, joyful\, and warm Moon Festival celebration alo ngside Lien Hoa Temple for the children and families in our community. \nW e cordially invite parents and community members to bring their children t o join the lantern parade and festive celebrations! \nEVENT DETAILS \nTime : 7:00 PM\, Friday – September 18\, 2026 \nLocation: Lien Hoa Temple Gro unds (1211 Wilson St NE\, Olympia\, WA 98506) \nPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS & FREE FOOD \nFree Refreshments for Kids:\nVegetarian Pizza\nPopcorn\nWaffle\nSha ved Ice\nActivities & Entertainment:\nCultural performances by Karisma Dan ce Troupe\nFace painting\nFree candy\, mooncakes & lanterns distribution\n Lion Dance performance & Lantern Parade\nThere is a Mid-Autumn Garden Phot o Booth!\nYour presence will bring immense joy to our organizers and the c hildren. Join Tri Am Hoa Dieu Group and Lien Hoa Temple to make this a mem orable Mid-Autumn Festival for our little ones! LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182016Z LOCATION:Lien Hoa Temple Grounds\, 1211 Wilson St NE\, Olympia\, 98506\, U nited States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/mid-autumn-festival/?utm_source=cal discovery&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:Happy Fakin' Birthday! A Fakers Improv Show DTSTART:20260919T020000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T000018Z UID:10008075-1789758000-1789765200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:We’re turning 4! \nDo we have a plan? Absolutely not. \n\n\n In fact\, having a plan would be completely against our improv core.\n\n\n Except for the laughs. Those are guaranteed. \n\n\nCome celebrate four yea rs of The Fakers with a completely unscripted night of improv. No script\, no plan\, no idea what’s coming next!\n\n\n September 18 | 7 PM\n Olymp ia Family Theater\n $5–$15 https://thefakersimprov.com/tickets LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T000018Z LOCATION:Olympia Family Theater\, 612 4th Ave E\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, U nited States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/happy-fakin-birthday-a-fakers-improv-show/?u tm_source=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:Friday Night Board Games at OlyMEGA Makerspace DTSTART:20260919T023000Z DTEND:20260919T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003038Z UID:event_313058838@meetup.com CATEGORIES:gaming,tech DESCRIPTION:OlyMEGA (Olympia Makers\, Engineers\, Geeks\, & Artists)\nI wi ll bring a selection of 3 or more games to choose from. If you have a favo rite\, please bring it to play and share. If you want\, we may stay later than 9:30 pm. Donation or OlyMEGA membership appreciated. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003038Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olymega/events/313058838/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OlyMEGA (Olympia Makers\, Engineers\, Geeks\, & Artists) END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR