Mark Your Calendar for Theater, Live Music, and More, Downtown! |
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Experience the thrill of live performances and art-house theater in downtown Olympia! From the epic battle of Titans & Olympians in the Olympia Symphony Orchestra's season finale, to the riotous comedy of "Building Madness" at the State Theater, and the mesmerizing display of trapeze and fabric in "The Broho Takes Flight," there's something for everyone. Join Grammy-winning legends Los Lobos and special guest Gaby Moreno for an unforgettable night of music at The Washington Center for the Performing Arts, or journey into a magical desert landscape with Olympia Family Theater's "The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus." Don't miss the brand new 4K restoration of "The Heroic Trio" at the Olympia Film Society. Get your tickets now! |
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Olympia Symphony Presents... |
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The Olympia Symphony Presents
Crouching Tiger
SUNDAY, APRIL 23 AT 3:00 PM
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Olympia Symphony Orchestra's season finale "Olympians and Titans" concludes Alexandra Arrieche's first season, "Dream With Us," challenging us to face obstacles with courage. Featuring Nathan Chan's performance of Tan Dun's Cello Concerto and the Olympia Symphony's first-ever performance of Mahler's Symphony No.1, this epic battle of the Titans vs. Olympians celebrates triumph over barriers and dreams realized.
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Harlequin Productions Presents Building Madness |
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Harlequin Productions Presents
Building Madness, by Kate Danley
March 17 - April 1
The State Theater
Don't miss Harlequin Productions' hilarious play "Building Madness" by Kate Danley! Winner of the prestigious Panowski Playwriting Award, this riotous comedy follows two architects who unknowingly hire the mob to build a police retirement home. With classic 1930s Hollywood charm, it's a must-see for any fan of great comedy.
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Los Lobos with Gaby Moreno at
The Washington Center
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The Washington Center for the Performing Arts Presents
Los Lobos with Gaby Moreno
Thursday, March 23, 7:30 pm
512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Join the Washington Center for the Performing Arts on March 23 for an unforgettable night of music with Grammy-winning legends Los Lobos and special guest Gaby Moreno! With a bold and unpredictable sound, Los Lobos has explored countless genres over five decades. And with her unique blend of jazz, soul, and blues, Moreno has won fans all over the world. Don't miss this amazing performance!
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The Broho Takes Flight Returns! |
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The Brotherhood Lounge
The Broho Takes Flight Returns
Sunday, April 2 at 5 pm
119 Capitol Way N · Olympia, WA 98501
Experience a show like no other with "The Broho Takes Flight"! Join local and guest performers for a mesmerizing display of trapeze, fabric, and more on the first Sunday of every month at 5pm. With a suggested donation of $15, come early and grab a seat - doors open at 4pm!
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Olympia Family Theater invites you to attend The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus
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Olympia Family Theater
The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus
Now through March 26!
612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
Join Olympia Family Theater for an unforgettable journey into a magical desert landscape with "The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus"! Young Sheila and her friends are transported into a moonlit desert facing an array of creatures and the question of whether we're ready to save the planet. Don't miss this unique twist on storytelling, showing now through March 26!
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The Heroic Trio (1993) 4K Restoration at Olympia Film Society |
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The Olympia Film Society
The Heroic Trio
April 6—13
Capitol Theater, 206 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Experience the ultimate Hong Kong action classic, The Heroic Trio (1993), in a brand new 4K restoration! Watch Maggie Cheung, Michelle Yeoh, and Anita Mui kick butt and take names as they face off against an evil baby-snatching villain in a flurry of martial-arts mayhem, comic-book lunacy, and mind-blowing stunts. Don't miss out on this unstoppably entertaining cult favorite - catch it on 4/6, 4/9, and 4/13 at the Olympia Film Society!
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Olympia Jazz Central is on a mission of supporting live jazz in Olympia! With over 50 Olympia-based musicians, weekly hot spots, and a thriving community, they are working hard to keep the music alive. Here are a few concerts coming up that Olympia Jazz Central wants you to know about:
- Vince Brown @ Swing Wine Bar & Cafe Wednesday evenings
- Smoocho Gusto @ Cascadia Grill Wednesday evenings
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Make a Difference in Your Community: Join the Olympia Downtown Cleanup on Earth Day, April 22nd! |
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Are you looking for a way to give back to your community and help keep our downtown area looking beautiful? Join us for the Olympia Downtown Alliance's Downtown Cleanup on Saturday, April 22nd from 9am-11am!
To participate, simply complete and submit the registration form before Wednesday, April 19th. Registered participants will receive an email on Friday, April 21st with further instructions.
Let's come together and make a difference!
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Join LoveOly Painters and Make Your Mark on Downtown Olympia! |
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Are you looking for a way to make a positive impact on our beloved downtown Olympia? LoveOly Painters is here to help! Led by our dedicated LoveOly Painters Coordinator, Anna Schlecht, we're on a mission to maintain a fresh face of our downtown area one paint job at a time.
We're calling on all members of our community to get involved and help make a difference. Whether you're an experienced painter or just looking for a way to give back, we have a place for you on our team. Here are just a few reasons to volunteer with us:
- Help historic buildings retain their dignity
- Assist businesses by keeping their exterior look fresh!
- Help combat visual blight
- Bring our community together in a fun and rewarding way
- Celebrate 10 years of LoveOly Painters making a difference!
Join us in making a positive impact on our community. Let's paint Olympia with love!
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Shop & Dine Guides Available! |
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As your go-to source for all things Downtown Olympia, our Visitors' Guide has been revamped with stunning photography, a handy map, and a complete listing of shops, restaurants, and services in the area. It's the perfect resource to help you plan and extend your stay in our wonderful city.
But wait, there's more! Our latest feature is sure to make your visit even sweeter. Visitors can now easily identify which businesses offer discounts for seniors, military personnel, and students.
So what are you waiting for? Let our Visitors' Guide be your trusty companion! Get your copy today and start exploring the best of what our vibrant city has to offer.
Guides are printed and you'll see them at your favorite stops downtown. We've also made a digital edition available. Click here to access.
If you are a business and would like printed copies, click here.
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BECOME A MEMBER OF THE OLYMPIA DOWNTOWN ALLIANCE |
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Join us and enjoy the following:
- Your membership supports the implementation of the Downtown Alliance's strategic plan, which aims to create a platform for downtown revitalization and small business prosperity.
- It directly supports programs and projects aimed at achieving the strategic plan.
- Your memberships allow for access to staff resources and information.
- Members receive email alerts regarding issues impacting Downtown and calls to action.
- Discounts to entry fees for Downtown Alliance meetings (where applicable).
- Discounts to participant fees for Downtown Alliance special events (where applicable).
- Representation before the City Council and city staff on issues about the well-being of Downtown Olympia, such as parking, zoning, land use and building codes.
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THANK YOU TO OUR MAIN STREET SUPPORTERS! |
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THANK YOU TO OUR CORNERSTONE PARTNERS & DOWNTOWN CHAMPIONS! |
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- Church Rietzke
- Sound Credit Union
- Stewart Place
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- Amy Evans
- Bobbi Kerr
- Buck's 5th Avenue
- Commencement Bank
- Cutts Family
- Daylight Properties
- Encore Chocolates & Teas
- First+Main Films
- Forma Construction
- Freeland Family
- Hellberg Family
- Olympia Computer
- Panowicz Jewelers
- Union Gospel Mission
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The News of the Week in Downtown Olympia is a newsletter created by the Olympia Downtown Alliance and is a summary of happenings Downtown.
If you have news related to downtown you'd like included, please email [email protected]. Preference is given to Olympia Downtown Alliance members. If we do not share it here, chances are we'll share it on our Facebook or Instagram pages. We do reserve the right to use our discretion on what we share.
The deadline is Friday at 5 pm for inclusion in the next week's newsletter.
If you know of anyone who would like to receive the News of the Week in Downtown Olympia, please have them sign-up at the bottom of our home page here: https://downtownolympia.org/ .
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