Scholarly Selections: Olympia’s Music History Project, Documenting Olympia’s Music Scene 1980 – 2002February 15, 6 – 8pmFree ThursdayBetween 1980 and 2002, Olympia experienced a cultural explosion. The nation took notice during this unprecedented time of creative collaboration. Olympia’s music scene was featured in articles and magazines across the country. Record labels like K Records and […]

Storm LargeFebruary 15, 7:30pmStorm Large: musician, actor, playwright, author, awesome. She shot to national prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show Rock Star: Supernova, where despite having been eliminated in the week before the finale, Storm built a fan base that follows her around the world to this day. She was seen […]

Nature is Medicine: A BIPOC Mindfulness GatheringFebruary 17, noon – 1pmFree Guided Walk with HealersA space for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) to practice mindfulness together in nature. We will practice breathing, take in the wonders of our surroundings, and write to communally reflect to awaken the mind and heart.W.W. Seymour Conservatory316 S […]

Hilltop Healthy Kids & Family CarnivalFebruary 17, noon – 4pmJoin us for the 14th annual Hilltop Healthy Kids & Family Carnival featuring live music, tons of fun, and free services for kids and families. It’s part of the month-long black history month celebration at People’s Center.People’s Center602 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, TacomaHilltop Healthy Kids […]

The Purple xPeRIeNCE with Marshall CharloffFebruary 17, 7:30pmCalling all PRINCE fans! This celebrated Minneapolis All-Star Band is the world’s premier tribute to PRINCE. Join the fun and hear your favorite hits performed with extraordinary musicianship.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org

Chocolate & Wine FestivalFebruary 17 & 18, noon – 5pmEnjoy chocolate, wine & music.21+4Medicine Creek Winery947 Old Pacific Hwy SE, Olympia360.701.6284, medicinecreekwinery.com 

Late Night CatechismFebruary 18This interactive comedy will transport you back to the days of the Latin Mass and meatless Fridays and remind you about that good old ruler across the knuckles! The class is led by Sister, a funny and feisty nun who has a ruler and is not afraid to use it! Good students […]

The Greatest Piano MenFebruary 18, 7:30pmThis electrifying production from Jeff Davis, Executive Producer of Broadway’s ‘Rock of Ages,’ debuted to rave reviews at the Flamingo in Las Vegas celebrating the world’s greatest pianists and showmen – from Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis and Ray Charles to Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Liberace and Billy Joel!   The […]

Home Selling Prep SeminarFebruary 20, 6 – 7pmFreeWondering how to prepare to sell your home fast and for top dollar?Register today for this seminar.Federal Way Keller Williams33434 8th Ave S, Suite # 103, Federal Wayhttps://www.eventbrite.com/o/keller-williams-team-red-17971639991253.449.8088

STOMPFebruary 20 & 21, 7:30pmExplosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique -STOMP is an unforgettable experience for all ages, complete with beats made by matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans and more. Come see what all the noise is about!Washington Center512 Washington St SE, Olympia253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org 

Critter of the MonthFebruary 23, noonFree no registration required.Join us at STAR Center on the last Friday of the month as we learn about animals through stories, games, crafts and more.STAR Center3873 S 66th St, Tacoma253.404.3939, metroparkstacoma.org/event

History After Hours:  News of the Day! with David P. MikkelsonFebruary 23, 7 – 8pm21+, ID’s requiredHear from our guest, David P. Mikkelson, the co-founder of snopes.com. For 30 years, the popular website has been dedicated to debunking urban legends, misinformation, and rumors circulating online, helping users clarify fact from fiction. Guests will receive two drink […]