As we usher in the colder weather, things are heating up at the Washington Center for Performing Arts with a double bill performance featuring the best in Cajun and Zydeco music on October 29, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet and Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience bring the sounds of New Orleans to Olympia. “Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!” For the … [Read more...] about New Orleans Cajun & Zydeco: Shake Down the House in Olympia
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Alpha Romeo at Lemay-America’s Car Museum
Over 300 guests experienced the showcase of Italian design - from luxurious fashions and appealing consumer products to the rich lifestyle of “La Dolce Vita” at the opening of the new “Alfa Romeo: Born of Passion” exhibit at LeMay - America’s Car Museum on Saturday, June 26. From Grand Prix racers of the roaring thirties to today’s iconic flair and innovative technology, Alfa … [Read more...] about Alpha Romeo at Lemay-America’s Car Museum
From Musicals to Backcountry Bayou – Live Performance is Back!
For months, the stage lights have been dark, the green rooms have been empty, and box offices have stood silent as performing arts venues were closed during the pandemic. Actors, singers, musicians, dancers, magicians and performers of all kinds got creative and offered virtual plays and performances, but they were all simply passing the time until they could be with a live … [Read more...] about From Musicals to Backcountry Bayou – Live Performance is Back!
TAM Luncheon
Always progressive and forward thinking, Tacoma Art Museum hosted their Spring Luncheon on May 13. This was one of the first in-person fundraisers in our community since the start of the pandemic. The event raised a total of $37,275 to support the initiatives of the Museum as well as exhibitions, installations, educational programs and membership programs. … [Read more...] about TAM Luncheon
New Technology helps Identify Macular Degeneration
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a hereditary disease that develops as one ages. AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in America, occurring in 4-7% of African Americans and impacting over 45% of Non-Hispanic Caucasians. Generally, AMD is split into the “dry form” and “wet form.” The dry form occurs when small retinal defects, called drusen, … [Read more...] about New Technology helps Identify Macular Degeneration