Today's Magazine for Artful Living
Homespun Happy HourAugust 22, 6 – 9pm21+Enjoy this series of evenings to “make and take” 19th century crafts. This is a chance to try your hand at tin-smithing, tatting (lace-making), embroidery, leatherwork, games and more! There will be a cash bar, food sampling, and live music from the Fort Nisqually Living History Museum Music Guild.Fort […]
Throwback SummerfestAugust 23, 7pmWynn Records presents Throwback Summer Festival featuring live performances by Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, and actress KeyshianCole and Grammy nominated rapper The Game. Throwback Summer Festival will also include performances by Boosie, Plies, and Too $hort.Tickets at ticketmaster.com or at the Tacoma Dome Heritage Bank box office.Tacoma Dome2727E D St, Tacoma
Long Table Dinner& AuctionAugust 23Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma253.404.3651 thezoosociety.org
Much Ado About NothingAugust 23 -24, 6pmThis abridged version of one of the most revered classical comedies is not your standard Shakespeare; rather, the mood is light, fun and a bit zany! The family-friendly performance features Theater Artists Olympia, a small troupe of just nine actors who will portray the numerous roles, sometimes donning a […]
South Sound Block PartyAugust 23 – 24Enjoy this annual summer celebration with entertainment, food and more.Port of Olympia911 Washington St, Olympialoveolydowntown.com/events
Drive Out Cancer Golf ClassicAugust 24Mark your calendar and begin putting together your team for a full day of activities, including 18 holes of golf, raffle prizes, a cocktail reception and dinner. In its first two years, the event has raised some $321,000 to support the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle in its […]
Grand Cinema Outdoor Movie SeriesAugust 24, 8pmIn addition to being entertained by the films, attendees will be able to enjoy The Grand Cinema’s famous buttery popcorn courtesy of TAPCO Credit Union.August 24 – Puss n’ Boots: The Last Wish, People’s Park, 900 MLK Jr Way, TacomaOutdoor Movie Series (grandcinema.com)
Summer Splash! GalaAugust 2421+, beachy-chic cocktail attireSunset Soiree! Join us under the twinkle lights for an evening of fundraising to support our free and reduced Access Programs. Enjoy dining, cocktails, music and friends.Hands On Children’s Museum414 Jefferson St, Olympia360.956.0818 | hocm.org
Now – October 13 noon-1pm Join Christopher Robin and his friends – Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore, and more – in this heartwarming adventure through the hundred-acre-wood. Faced with the looming possibility of being sent away to school, Christopher Robin contemplates running away to the North or South Pole with his friends. As they […]
Summer Concerts in the ParkJuly 10 – August 28, Select Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8pmFree.Bring a chair or throw down a blanket and enjoy these outdoor concerts with family and friends.August 28 – National Park RadioSehmel Homestead Park Amphitheater10123 78th Ave NW, Gig Harborpenmetparks.org
Olympia Harbor DaysAugust 30 – September 1August 30, 5 – 9pm, with Drone Show, August 31, 10am – 7pm, August 30, 10am – 6pmFree.The Olympia Harbor Days Festival is an award winning free and family friendly event that showcases many of the vintage tugboats of the Puget Sound with a walk aboard show at the […]
Movies at the MarinaAugust 31 & September 7, 8pmAugust 31: HookSeptember 7: GooniesFree.Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a summer outdoor movie night.Swantown Marina1022 Marine Dr NE, OlympiaAugust 31, 2024: Movies at the Marina – Port of Olympia (portolympia.com)