Today's Magazine for Artful Living
What is Native Art? Eugene Landry and the Creative Spirit On view through March 30, 2025 Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe artist Eugene Landry (1937-1988) was a gifted painter who captured local scenery and people. He was largely forgotten outside the Tribe until 2019 when Judith Altruda found nearly 70 of his paintings in a barn. […]
Puyallup Art's Downtown Outdoor Art Installation Date: April 27th Reception Time: 11 AM Place: 210 W Pioneer Ave STE 103, Puyallup, WA 98371 Puyallup Activity Center. Arts Downtown will install five new works of art within Pioneer Park, Puyallup. During the installation, ADT sculpture artists will bring their large art sculptures to Puyallup to be […]
Senior Services Water Color Group Lacey with Micheal Mondays 1pm-3pm Open to anyone who wants to learn watercolor. Bring your own supplies. Activities | Senior Services for South Sound
GREAT HALL OF WASHINGTON HISTORY A WINDOW TO THE PAST DATES: Permanent Exhibition AGES: All ages WHERE: Third floor TICKETS: Purchase admission tickets online or at the museum. ACCESSIBILITY: Mobility accessible, wheelchairs available at admissions, elevator access in building. PURCHASE MUSEUM TICKETSThe largest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum invites visitors to take a […]
Washington families can save with confidence with GET State-backed GET Prepaid 529 can be used for nearly any post-high school education or training Olympia—Washington’s popular Guaranteed Education Tuition (GET) program opens Friday, November 1 for a new enrollment period, providing families a fresh opportunity to start saving for future education and career training costswhile […]
Lorca in a Green Dress March 7 – 23 Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Bug – Tacoma Little Theatre April 25th through May 11th Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Centerstage is starting 2025 off on the right foot with some murder, mystery, and mayhem in the fabulous play: Miss Holmes, by Christopher M. Walsh We open January 31st and run until February 23rd, 2025. More information at https://centerstagetheatre.com/
Sensory Inclusive Story & Play Time with Timberland Regional Library Stories, music, movement, play, and community building in a neurodiversity-affirming environment for children of all ages and abilities and their caregivers. Free to attend Soft lighting Limited distractions Small group setting Visual Schedule Sensory regulation aids wandering and flapping encouraged! 415 Tumwater Blvd SW Tumwater, […]
Live at the Eleanor Duo Takinai Friday, May 2, 2025 Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Performance at 8:00 p.m. Tacoma Armory Duo Takinai: Intimate and organic, weaving a rich tapestry of world folk music with the soulful melodies and stories of East Asia, the Andes, and Sephardic traditions. Takinai is a mix of two words, the […]
Dance 2025 A dynamic and spectacular night of dance with choreography by faculty, guest artists, and students. Sarah Seder, Concert Executive Director More information at https://calendar.plu.edu/event/dance-2025
Tenino Farmers Market May-September, Saturdays 10am-3pm 187 Hodgkin St S, Tenino 360.701.4835 | teninofarmersmarket.org
Taste of Asia May 3 – Korea Taste the magic of Korean food, from sizzling bulgogi to kimchi, a global symbol of fermented excellence. HOME | Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Tacoma, WA
Live at the Eleanor Rouge Saturday, May 3, 2025 Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Performance at 8:00 p.m. Tacoma Armory Rouge: a musical trip to France with no jet-lag! Let joy, pathos, sensuality and romance of classic cobblestone French music beguile you! Rouge’s founder, a charismatic, elfin performer, began singing, dancing, and translating Rouge’s music almost 28 yrs. […]
Seattle Men's Chorus Salutes Dolly Seattle Men’s Chorus presents a brand-new show celebrating Dolly Parton, featuring her iconic music and honoring her legacy! Date May 3, 2025 Event Starts 2:00 PM Doors Open 6:30 PM Ticket Prices Ticket prices start at $39.00 (+ fees) Venue Pantages Theater
What is Native Art? Eugene Landry and the Creative Spirit On view through March 30, 2025 Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe artist Eugene Landry (1937-1988) was a gifted painter who captured local scenery and people. He was largely forgotten outside the Tribe until 2019 when Judith Altruda found nearly 70 of his paintings in a barn. […]
Slurp at the Port SLURP Save the Date: Sunday, May 4th, 4pm=7pm The Shellfish Lovers Ultimate Rejuvenation Party- a premier shellfish event bringing together industry leaders, food enthusiasts, and community supporters for an unforgettable day featuring top chefs, local breweries and wineries, fresh shellfish, and live entertainment in support of the Pacific Coast Shellfish Growers […]
Senior Services Water Color Group Lacey with Micheal Mondays 1pm-3pm Open to anyone who wants to learn watercolor. Bring your own supplies. Activities | Senior Services for South Sound
GREAT HALL OF WASHINGTON HISTORY A WINDOW TO THE PAST DATES: Permanent Exhibition AGES: All ages WHERE: Third floor TICKETS: Purchase admission tickets online or at the museum. ACCESSIBILITY: Mobility accessible, wheelchairs available at admissions, elevator access in building. PURCHASE MUSEUM TICKETSThe largest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum invites visitors to take a […]
Ryan Adams: Heartbreaker ’25 World Tour Seven-time Grammy nominated singer-songwriter praised as "one of rock's most talented songwriters." Date May 8, 2025 Event Starts 7:30 PM Doors Open 6:30 PM Ticket Prices Starting at $35.50 (not including fees) Venue Pantages Theater
Ballet Northwest Presents The Sleeping Beauty WHEN: 7pm on May 8 and 9 2pm on May 10 and 11 WHERE: The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington Street SE Olympia, WA 98501 HOW: Ticket Office - 360-753-8566 or order online at www.olytix.org
Lorca in a Green Dress March 7 – 23 Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Bug – Tacoma Little Theatre April 25th through May 11th Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Centerstage is starting 2025 off on the right foot with some murder, mystery, and mayhem in the fabulous play: Miss Holmes, by Christopher M. Walsh We open January 31st and run until February 23rd, 2025. More information at https://centerstagetheatre.com/
Centralia Farmers Market May-September, Fridays 11am-4pm Pine Street Plaza, Centralia centraliafarmersmarket.org
Sensory Inclusive Story & Play Time with Timberland Regional Library Stories, music, movement, play, and community building in a neurodiversity-affirming environment for children of all ages and abilities and their caregivers. Free to attend Soft lighting Limited distractions Small group setting Visual Schedule Sensory regulation aids wandering and flapping encouraged! 415 Tumwater Blvd SW Tumwater, […]
FRIDAY, MAY 9 AT 8:00 PM BLACK BOX JAZZ: TOBI STONE BAND Presented By: The Washington Center for the Performing Arts Location: Washington Center Black Box Theater BUY TICKETS About the show Tobi Stone has a strong connection to Olympia through her many years of studying with local legend and saxophonist Bert Wilson. Bert supported […]
Women United for Common Good United Way of Thurston County (UWTC) is proud to announce Women United for the Common Good, an evening dedicated to celebrating the profound impact of women’s giving in our community. This dynamic event will bring together local leaders, philanthropists, artists, and community members for an unforgettable experience of networking, art, […]
Tenino Farmers Market May-September, Saturdays 10am-3pm 187 Hodgkin St S, Tenino 360.701.4835 | teninofarmersmarket.org
Ballet Northwest Presents The Sleeping Beauty WHEN: 7pm on May 8 and 9 2pm on May 10 and 11 WHERE: The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington Street SE Olympia, WA 98501 HOW: Ticket Office - 360-753-8566 or order online at www.olytix.org
CLASSICS VI: ROMANTIC REVERIES SATURDAY, MAY 10 7:30 PM Alistair MacRae cello PYOTR TCHAIKOVSKY Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33 ANTON BRUCKNER Symphony No. 4, “Romantic” An evening of lush melodies and intricate orchestral textures that transport you to a world of romantic elegance and grandeur. Symphony Tacoma principal cellist, Alistair MacRae, takes the […]
What is Native Art? Eugene Landry and the Creative Spirit On view through March 30, 2025 Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe artist Eugene Landry (1937-1988) was a gifted painter who captured local scenery and people. He was largely forgotten outside the Tribe until 2019 when Judith Altruda found nearly 70 of his paintings in a barn. […]
Senior Services Water Color Group Lacey with Micheal Mondays 1pm-3pm Open to anyone who wants to learn watercolor. Bring your own supplies. Activities | Senior Services for South Sound
GREAT HALL OF WASHINGTON HISTORY A WINDOW TO THE PAST DATES: Permanent Exhibition AGES: All ages WHERE: Third floor TICKETS: Purchase admission tickets online or at the museum. ACCESSIBILITY: Mobility accessible, wheelchairs available at admissions, elevator access in building. PURCHASE MUSEUM TICKETSThe largest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum invites visitors to take a […]
Kla Ha Ya Days Balloon Glow 📅 Saturday, July 12 | 📍 Harvey Field Watch the sky come alive with glowing hot air balloons, live music by Nite Wave, delicious food trucks, vendors, beer garden, and family-friendly fun! This is the kick-off event for the annual Kla Ha Ya Days Festival, with fun-filled events happening all […]
Lorca in a Green Dress March 7 – 23 Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Bug – Tacoma Little Theatre April 25th through May 11th Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Centerstage is starting 2025 off on the right foot with some murder, mystery, and mayhem in the fabulous play: Miss Holmes, by Christopher M. Walsh We open January 31st and run until February 23rd, 2025. More information at https://centerstagetheatre.com/
Centralia Farmers Market May-September, Fridays 11am-4pm Pine Street Plaza, Centralia centraliafarmersmarket.org
Sensory Inclusive Story & Play Time with Timberland Regional Library Stories, music, movement, play, and community building in a neurodiversity-affirming environment for children of all ages and abilities and their caregivers. Free to attend Soft lighting Limited distractions Small group setting Visual Schedule Sensory regulation aids wandering and flapping encouraged! 415 Tumwater Blvd SW Tumwater, […]
10am May 3 – September Centralia College Pine Street Plaza, Centralia centraliafarmersmarket.org
Corks & Crush May 17, 6pm Mark your calendar for Corks & Crush, MultiCare Good Samaritan Foundation’s premier gala featuring fine wines, gourmet dining, a lively auction and after-party. Proceeds will expand access to compassionate care in East Pierce County. Washington State Fair & Event Center 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup corksandcrush.org, 253-403-3038
Youth Fishing Event May 17, 2025 Harry Todd Park 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. The Youth Fishing Event happens yearly in Lakewood at one of our two parks with shoreline to American Lake. We host the event in collaboration with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. A netted area near the beach is stocked […]
Stunt Dog Experience Saturday, May 17, 2025 Pantages Theater Tickets: $19 - $42 TACOMA ARTS LIVE Box Office Hours of Operation: Friday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 2 hours prior to most ticketed events. 1001 Yakima Ave, Suite 1, Tacoma, WA 98405
Stunt Dog Experience With the Stunt Dog Guy, Chris Perondi Date & Time May 17, 2025 7:30 p.m. Venue Pantages Theater Tickets $19, $34, $42
Tenino Farmers Market May-September, Saturdays 10am-3pm 187 Hodgkin St S, Tenino 360.701.4835 | teninofarmersmarket.org
The Federal Way Chorale: Sounds of the Spring: Sure on the Shining Night May 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM The Federal Way Chorale, under the direction of Thomas Almli presents:Sounds of the Spring: Sure on this Shining NightPlease join the Federal Way Chorale for their Spring concert featuring Lauridsen's Sure on this Shining Night. Pieces […]
Capitol City Marathon, Half Marathon, Five Mile & Kids Run May 17 & 18 Sylvester Park Washington St, Olympia capitalcitymarathon.org
Olympia Farmers Market Saturdays, January - March, 10am – 3 pm Shop at the Market for fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, dairy, seafood, handmade crafts, artisanal foods, wine, baked goods, and more! With eight restaurants and daily live entertainment, The Market is your destination for mid-day lunch and family fun on the weekend! 700 Capitol Way […]
What is Native Art? Eugene Landry and the Creative Spirit On view through March 30, 2025 Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe artist Eugene Landry (1937-1988) was a gifted painter who captured local scenery and people. He was largely forgotten outside the Tribe until 2019 when Judith Altruda found nearly 70 of his paintings in a barn. […]
Gig Harbor Beer Festival Saturday May 18th, 2025, 12- 5pm Pavillion & Main St. Award-winning brewers from the Puget Sound area will be pouring their finest brews at the Annual Gig Harbor Beer Festival. Get ready for a day filled with fantastic brews, cideries, Heritage Distilling Co., and live Music. Sip, savor, and discover new […]
Shaan Rahman Music Show May 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM Pacific Pulse Productions is thrilled to present an enchanting concert showcasing the musical talents of five of South India's most celebrated vocal virtuosos. This exclusive event will feature the exceptional South Indian Movie Industry artistry of K.S Harisankar, Nithya Mammen, Mithun Jayaraj, Sayanora Philip […]
Senior Services Water Color Group Lacey with Micheal Mondays 1pm-3pm Open to anyone who wants to learn watercolor. Bring your own supplies. Activities | Senior Services for South Sound
20th Annual Student Art Exhibition May 19 – June 20 South Puget Sound Community College Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts, Bldg. 21 2011 Mottman Rd, Olympia spssc.edu/events-calendar
GREAT HALL OF WASHINGTON HISTORY A WINDOW TO THE PAST DATES: Permanent Exhibition AGES: All ages WHERE: Third floor TICKETS: Purchase admission tickets online or at the museum. ACCESSIBILITY: Mobility accessible, wheelchairs available at admissions, elevator access in building. PURCHASE MUSEUM TICKETSThe largest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum invites visitors to take a […]
Lorca in a Green Dress March 7 – 23 Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Bug – Tacoma Little Theatre April 25th through May 11th Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Centerstage is starting 2025 off on the right foot with some murder, mystery, and mayhem in the fabulous play: Miss Holmes, by Christopher M. Walsh We open January 31st and run until February 23rd, 2025. More information at https://centerstagetheatre.com/
Centralia Farmers Market May-September, Fridays 11am-4pm Pine Street Plaza, Centralia centraliafarmersmarket.org
Sensory Inclusive Story & Play Time with Timberland Regional Library Stories, music, movement, play, and community building in a neurodiversity-affirming environment for children of all ages and abilities and their caregivers. Free to attend Soft lighting Limited distractions Small group setting Visual Schedule Sensory regulation aids wandering and flapping encouraged! 415 Tumwater Blvd SW Tumwater, […]
History After Hours: TOYTOPIA Silent Disco Hello Sally, Experience the joy of play at History After Hours: TOYTOPIA Silent Disco, held at the Washington State History Museum on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 7:00 to 9:30 PM. Dance and explore the interactive TOYTOPIA exhibition, showcasing the history of iconic toys and games. Attendees will receive a pair […]
Tenino Farmers Market May-September, Saturdays 10am-3pm 187 Hodgkin St S, Tenino 360.701.4835 | teninofarmersmarket.org
DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit Sat May 24th 10:00am - 6:00pm LeMay - America's Car Museum, 2702 E D St, Tacoma DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit To be held at LeMay – America’s Car Museum in Tacoma, WA on Saturday May 24th general admission tickets are priced at $50 and limited to 250. Additional top table […]
Olympia Farmers Market Saturdays, January - March, 10am – 3 pm Shop at the Market for fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, dairy, seafood, handmade crafts, artisanal foods, wine, baked goods, and more! With eight restaurants and daily live entertainment, The Market is your destination for mid-day lunch and family fun on the weekend! 700 Capitol Way […]
What is Native Art? Eugene Landry and the Creative Spirit On view through March 30, 2025 Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe artist Eugene Landry (1937-1988) was a gifted painter who captured local scenery and people. He was largely forgotten outside the Tribe until 2019 when Judith Altruda found nearly 70 of his paintings in a barn. […]
Senior Services Water Color Group Lacey with Micheal Mondays 1pm-3pm Open to anyone who wants to learn watercolor. Bring your own supplies. Activities | Senior Services for South Sound
20th Annual Student Art Exhibition May 19 – June 20 South Puget Sound Community College Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts, Bldg. 21 2011 Mottman Rd, Olympia spssc.edu/events-calendar
TACOMA LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS BUG Tacoma, WA- Tacoma Little Theatre brings the disturbing thriller, BUG, to its stage beginning in April. BUG is written by the Pulitzer and Tony-Award winning author, Tracy Letts, and will be directed by Blake R. York. BUG centers on the meeting between Agnes, a lonely divorcee, and Peter, a […]
GREAT HALL OF WASHINGTON HISTORY A WINDOW TO THE PAST DATES: Permanent Exhibition AGES: All ages WHERE: Third floor TICKETS: Purchase admission tickets online or at the museum. ACCESSIBILITY: Mobility accessible, wheelchairs available at admissions, elevator access in building. PURCHASE MUSEUM TICKETSThe largest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum invites visitors to take a […]
SAN Dementia Conference 2025 May 29, 9am-2pm Lacey Community Center https://sanolympia.org/ Over 25 local senior focused usinesses to provide information and resources.
Dancing in the Streets Friday, May 30, 2025 • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm "Dancing in the Street" is a great way to kick off the summer. This year’s event is a Jazz Night & Car Show. We’ll have a music, dancing, food trucks, roaming entertainment, jugglers and car show awards. Car show awards include: […]
Lorca in a Green Dress March 7 – 23 Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Bug – Tacoma Little Theatre April 25th through May 11th Tacoma Little Theatre 210 N I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com
Windborne's The Music of Queen with Symphony Tacoma Date & Time May 30, 2025 7:30 p.m. Venue Pantages Theater Tickets $29, $59, $72, $82, $94
Centerstage is starting 2025 off on the right foot with some murder, mystery, and mayhem in the fabulous play: Miss Holmes, by Christopher M. Walsh We open January 31st and run until February 23rd, 2025. More information at https://centerstagetheatre.com/
Centralia Farmers Market May-September, Fridays 11am-4pm Pine Street Plaza, Centralia centraliafarmersmarket.org
Sensory Inclusive Story & Play Time with Timberland Regional Library Stories, music, movement, play, and community building in a neurodiversity-affirming environment for children of all ages and abilities and their caregivers. Free to attend Soft lighting Limited distractions Small group setting Visual Schedule Sensory regulation aids wandering and flapping encouraged! 415 Tumwater Blvd SW Tumwater, […]
FRIDAY NIGHT at THE HARBOR (Memorial Day through Labor Day) Live music and beer – it doesn’t get much better! We host local breweries and local bands every Friday evening in the summer, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check out our Facebook page for details. We hope to see you there! For more information go […]
Lakewood Dancing in the Streets May 30th, 4pm-7pm https://cityoflakewood.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Street-Festival-2025.pdf Colonial Plaza, 6100 Motor Avenue SW Family fun, food trucks, live music, face painting and balloons
Tenino Farmers Market May-September, Saturdays 10am-3pm 187 Hodgkin St S, Tenino 360.701.4835 | teninofarmersmarket.org
By the Furnace: Hot Shop Experience Workshops Create your own glass bird! May 31 & June 1 Here is your chance to work on the Hot Shop floor! Assisted by instructors from Hilltop Artists, you will create your own glass bird. As the gaffer, you will be able to choose colors, block and shape the glass, […]
CROATIA DAY IN GIG HARBOR to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Skansie Brothers Netshed. On SATURDAY, MAY 31st, "Sve Hrvato" (Everything Croatian) will fill Skansie Park in honor of Gig Harbor's earliest immigrants who brought boatbuilding and commercial fishing to the area. Performances begin at 12 to 6 PM and include: Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble Seattle Junior Tamburitzans Ruže Dalmatinke with Bonaca Orchestra Kišobran The […]
Olympia Farmers Market Saturdays, January - March, 10am – 3 pm Shop at the Market for fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, dairy, seafood, handmade crafts, artisanal foods, wine, baked goods, and more! With eight restaurants and daily live entertainment, The Market is your destination for mid-day lunch and family fun on the weekend! 700 Capitol Way […]