Puyallup's FamilY Series: Pioneer Park will be the site of Puyallup Parks & Recreation's Family Series events. This Thursday, enjoy the Tacoma Concert Band with Symphony Under the Stars. The event is Free. August 7th, 2008, 6:30pm to 8:30, Pioneer Park, 324 So. Meridian, Puyallup. For more information, contact: 253/841-5457
www.cityopfpuyallup.org

Olympia Summer Food Program: This Free Food program is for all children under age 19, providing snacks & lunch at no charge. Garfield Elementary School & Lion's Park, both will provide lunches at 12 noon to 12:30pm & snacks at 3:pm. Call Olympia Parks Dept. for more details. June 23rd, 2008 to August 15th, 2008, 12pm lunch & 3:pm snacks, Garfield Elementary, 325 Plymouth St., Olympia, Lion's Park, 800 Wilson St.. For more information, contact: OPAR 360/753-8380

Lacey Parks Summer Food Program: Lunch & snacks will be made available at no cost to children under age 19, without regard to race, national origin, gender, sex, age or disability. at Mty. View, Lydia Hawk & Pleasant Glade Elementary schools. June 23rd, 2008 to August 15th, 2008, 12 to12:30 lunch & 3: to3:30pm snacks, Above locations, Lacey. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks 360/491-0857
www.ci.lacey.wa.us

Movies at the Mansion: Please join us the next three Fridays in August for classic movies at the State Capital Museum. Schedule includes The Outlaw, To Have and Have Not and The Philadelphia Story. Admission is free. Movies start at dusk. 211 21st Avenue SE(360) 753-2580 August 1st, 2008 to August 22nd, 2008, 8:30 pm, State Capital Museum, 211 21st Avenue SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Len Balli 360-586-0170
lballi@wshs.wa.gov
www.washingtonhistory.org

Grays Harbor County Fair: "Dance to the Mooo-sic" at the Grays Harbor County Fair, with shows such as American Idoler Kellie Pickler, carnival rides, a kids' talent contest, quilts, and all those wonderful horses, farm animals, and 4-H and FFA displays. Admission: adults 16-62 $7, seniors 63+ $5, youth 6-15 $4, children 5 & under free. Parking $5. August 6th, 2008 to August 10th, 2008, Wed.-Fri. 10am-10pm, Sat. 10am-11pm, Sun. 10am-6pm, Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, Elma. For more information, contact: Grays Harbor County Fair 360-482-2651
www.ghcfairgrounds.com

The 61st Annual Pierce County Fair: It will be a celebration of rural life at it's best under the firs & on the green grass of Frontier Park in Graham. Enjoy the tasy foods & free entertainment. $5 adults, $3 for Seniors & kids age 6 to 15, plus Thursday specials for the family & military. August 7th, 2008 to August 10th, 2008, 10am to 10pm Thurs-Sat. 10am to 6pm Sunday, Frontier Park in Graham, Wa.. For more information, contact: Information 253/847-4754

Olympia Celebrates the Olympics: Celebrate our city's namesake & our contributions to environmental stewardship as members of a global community by commemorating The Summer Olympics in Beijing, Republic of China, with a tree planting event at Marathon Park. August 8th, 2008, 1pm, Marathon Park, Capital Lake, Olympia. For more information, contact: Micki McNaughton 360/570-5847

The 2008 Education Summit: The event provides a forum for business & education communities to discuss common areas of interest. Topics will assist the Chamber in development of education related positions for the 2009 legislative session for both K-12 & higher education. the fee is $10 each. Please RSVP. August 8th, 2008, 7:30am to 9:30am, New Market Skills Ctr. 7299 New Market St., Tumwater. For more information, contact: RSVP 360/357-3362

It's Olympia's Music at the Port:: Enjoy the music of The Michael Powers Group, a Northwest favorite, playing Blues, Reggae & Alternative music in a Free concert. Bring chairs & blankets for comfort. August 8th, 2008, 7pm, The Port Plaza Stage, Olympia, By Anthony's at the Port. For more information, contact: ODA 360/357-8948

Classic Films at State Capital Museum: Enjoy FREE classic movies at the museum. Bring a chair & warm blanket & enjoy some classic American cinema with The Outlaw, starring Jane Russel. Snacks available to purchase. In case of rain, movies will shown indoors. August 8th, 2008, Doors at 8:30pm, State Capital Museum, 211 SW 21st Ave, Olympia. For more information, contact: Information 360/753-2580

OHS Class of 1968 Reunion: The Olympia High School Class of '68 Reunion takes place at three locations. Friday, August 8th they'll reminisce at O'Blarney's Pub, Saturday the 9th they'll have a buffet dinner at Little Creek Casino ($45 per person), and Sunday the 10th they'll spend some quality time at Carolyn Savage's waterfront home at 9805 Johnson Pt. Loop NE. August 8th, 2008 to August 10th, 2008, Fri. 5:30pm, Sat. 6pm, Sun. 2pm, 3 locations, Olympia. For more information, contact: Lois Myers Boling 360-866-8483
kboling1@earthlink.net

It's "Urinetown", The Musical: Don't let the title scare you. This Tony award winning musical is a tale of love, greed & revolution, set in a town plagued with a 20 year drought, where everything is highly taxed. Tickets are $20 General, $17 Seniors & Military, $10 students age 25 & under. August 8th, 2008 to August 24th, 2008, Fri-Sat 7:30, Sun. at 4pm, Paradise Theatre, 9911 Burnham Dr. NW, In Gig Harbor. For more information, contact: Theatre 253/851-PLAY
www.paradisetheatre.org

Master Gardener's Workshop: There will be a Saturday workshop open to the general public in August. The class is entitled "propagating Plants". Classes are Free at the Dirtworks Garden. August 9th, 2008, 10am, Dirtworks Demonstration Garden, W Olympia, Olympia. For more information, contact: 360/786-5445 ext. 7902

Stories in the Park-Stories in the Dark: Discover the art of story-telling with members of the South Sound Story Guild at this Free event. Stories for all ages will take place 7pm to 8:pm, followed by spooky & creepy tales & stories will be told from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. August 9th, 2008, 7pm to 9:30pm, Priest Point Park, on Eastbay Drive NE, Olympia. For more information, contact: OPAR 360/753-8380

Tanglewilde Annual Water Show: The Tanglewilde Recreation Center is having it's FREE Annual Water Show. This event showcases our facility and pool programs, Highlights the Olympia YMCA Synchronized swimming Club, and our guarding staff has races, relays, and demonstrates rescues. The Lacey Fire Dept. will also be involved at one point later in the show. We end with a big splash contest.
There will be door prizes, raffles and fun. Music provided by Alpine Mountain DJ's. August 9th, 2008, 5:PM - 7:PM, Tanglewilde Recreation Center, 414 Wildcat Dr., Olympia. For more information, contact: John Schmitt 360-491-3907
cork999@comcast.net

FREE! Back To School Family Health Carnival: Nations Social Services in conjunction with PLU Wellness Clinic is hosting this free community event for children and families to get resources and services needed to start off the new school year right. They are offering free sports physicals, immunizations, dental screenings, and school supplies. Helmets will be available for $6. There will also be many community resource/information booths. August 9th, 2008, 10am-2pm, 111 - 112th St E, Tacoma. For more information, contact: Joyce Bennett 253-431-6590
joybenn@msn.com

Family Day at the Museum of Glass: Get inspired by Dance Theatre Northwest's Ballet dancers as artist Jennifer Adams shows you how to make a dancing butterfly with clothespins & paper. All events are included in regular museum admission. August 9th, 2008, 1pm to 4pm, Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. For more information, contact: 253/284-2125
www.museumofglass.org

A Cello & Chocolate Event: This Benefit concert features well-respected Northwest Cellist Roberta Morton Botelli in concert. proceeds benefit the Ann Trout Blinks Scholarship Fund at Centralia College. A $10 donation is requested. August 10th, 2008, 2pm, St. Timothy Episcopal Church, 1826 SW Snively Ave, Chehalis. For more information, contact: Mary Jane Dwight 360/262-0977

REGISTER NOW! All-Day BBQ Workshop: Join BBQ Champion Amy Anderson of the Ranch House BBQ, who walks you through a barbecue program from start to finish. Highlights include a beer tasting; techniques for selecting & prepping meat; discussion of rubs, sauces, & glazes, as well as wood, charcoal, & fire control; & a BBQ lunch provided by Bayview Catering. Equipment will be provided. The fee is $150 & registration is required. August 10th, 2008, 10am to 6pm, Bayview Thriftway, E 4th Ave & Sasiyama St., Olympia. For more information, contact: Bayview School of Cooking 360/754-1448
www.BayviewSchoolofCooking.com

FREE! Central Meadow Community Picnic: Pack a picnic & enjoy the opening of Central Meadow at Chambers Creek Properties. You can also buy snacks from food vendors on site, enjoy live acoustic music, fly a kite, or just lounge the day away. Free shuttles from Charles Wright Academy & Curtis junior and senior high schools. Dogs on leash welcome and may ride shuttles. Presented by the Pierce County Public Works Department. August 10th, 2008, 11am to 3pm, Central Meadow, University Place. For more information, contact: Sheryl Purdy 253-796-4141

Orientation Enterprise for Equity offers Business Training Programs for low income entrepreneurs. Our excellent instructors, quality materials, technical assistance and peer support will help you gain the vital tools necessary for running a successful business. Orientations are offered in Downtown Olympia. To register or learn more please visit www.enterpriseforequity.org or call 704-3375 today! August 11th, 2008, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, downtown, Olympia. For more information, contact: Janice 360-704-3375
janice@enterpriseforequity.org
www.enterpriseforequity.org

NEW LOCATION! Peninsula Search & Rescue Membership Drive: Serving Pierce County & beyond, Peninsula Search & Rescue are looking for new scouts, operations, & mounted members. to join! Together we can save lives! August 11th, 2008, 7pm, Sheriff's Precinct, 271 John Bananola Way E, Puyallup, just off Meridian E Hwy 161 and 160th St E. For more information, contact: Frank Jensen 253-686-6384
fjjensen@msn.com
www.pmsar.org

Outrigger Island, Vacation Bible School: It will be a week of non-stop action for kids in pre-school to 5th grades who are invited to these free Bible School classes, with cool crafts, motivating music, snacks, games & fun. August 11th, 2008 to August 15th, 2008, 9am to noon, 111 E 112th St., Tacoma. For more information, contact: 253/538-1600 ext. 215
www.Churchforallnations.org

Children's Summer Art Camps: Now registering 8 to 13 year-olds for a Clay Art Class. The fee is $39 plus a $15 supply fee paid directly to the instructor. Explore techniques, make clay beads & painting with clay. Registration required by calling Lacey Parks. August 11th, 2008 to August 15th, 2008, 9:30am to 11:am, Woodland Creek Community Park, Lacey, 6729 Pacific Ave SE. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks 360/491-0857
www.ci.lacey.wa.us

FREE! REGISTER NOW! Vacation Bible School: Register now for Group Publishing's Power Lab Vacation Bible School for kids starting Kindergarten through 5th grades in the fall. Each evening begins with dinner for participants; then, through music, crafts, games, and drama, they teach the miraculous power of Jesus. August 11th, 2008 to August 15th, 2008, 5:30-8:30pm, United Methodist Church, 1401 Lake Park Drive, Tumwater. For more information, contact: Tumwater United Mehtodist Church 360-786-1416
nwchickadee@comcast.net
www.tumwaterumc.org

Become a Stream Team "Salmon Steward": Now accepting volunteers who can attend an evening classroom session, & learn how to monitor Salmon at local viewing areas. Call the Stream team for details & to register, just in time for migration of this year's Salmon. August 12th, 2008, evening, Call Stream Team, Olympia. For more information, contact: Chris Maun 360/754-3355 ext. 6377

A Skate Park Tour North: Youth age 11 to 17 will enjoy the popular Renton Skate Barn, one of the best indoor parks in the Northwest. from there they will travel to Kent to the East Hill Skate Park. Round trip fee is $30 & you must pre-register. August 12th, 2008, Register Now, Tumwater Parks & Recreation, Tumwater. For more information, contact: Tumwater Parks dept. 360/754-4160

A Kayaking Class: Boston Harbor is a great place to learn the basics of this popular spot for those with little or no experience. The class fee of $45 includes instruction & use of related gear. You must register for this program. Call Lacey Parks Dept. August 12th, 2008, 8:45am to 1:pm, Boston Harbor, Olympia. For more information, contact: RSVP 360/491-0857
www.ci.lacey.wa.us

Puyallup's Out To Lunch Noon Tunes: Pioneer Park will be the site of Puyallup Parks & Recreation's Noon Tunes Children's Series. Next will be "ZIG ZAG" with an amazing juggling act. This is a Free noon-time event at the park. August 12th, 2008, noon to 1pm, Pioneer Park, 324 So. Meridian, Puyallup. For more information, contact: 253/841-5457
www.cityopfpuyallup.org

Artisan Fair at Tumwater Farmers Market: Hand-crafted arts and crafts will be ready for harvest one day only – Wednesday, August 13th, at the Tumwater Farmers Market’s Artisan Fair from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Olympia musical group Bevy will serve up a spicy blend of Brazilian, Cuban, swing, blues and jazz for market customers. More than 20 local artists, fruits, veggies, shellfish, bakery, plants, great food and fun at the corner of Capitol Blvd. & Israel Rd. in Tumwater. August 13th, 2008, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Capitol Blvd. & Israel Rd., Tumwater. For more information, contact: Ione Vrabel 360-464-5879
thegreatnw@hctc.com
www.tumwaterfarmersmarket.org

Olympia's Music In The Park: Hear the 40 member Fort Lewis Army Concert Band, as they present a concert of great Americana at Sylvester Park in Olympia. Bring blanks & chairs for this Free concert under the stars. August 13th, 2008, 7pm, Sylvester Park, Capital Way & Legion, Olympia. For more information, contact: ODA 360/357-8948

REGISTER NOW! Salsa Dance Class - Casino de Rueda: Casino de Rueda is a variation of salsa where couples dance in a circle, responding to calls from a lead dancer. The fee is $19 & registration is required. Experience & a partner are not required. August 13th, 2008 to August 27th, 2008, Wednesdays 7:10 to 8:10pm, Lacey Community Center, 6729 Pacific Ave, Lacey. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks 360/491-0857
www.ci.lacey.wa.us

Puyallup's FamilY Series: Pioneer Park will be the site of Puyallup Parks & Recreation's Family Series events. This Thursday, enjoy Violinist, Geoffrey Castle, followed by Darren Motamedy & smooth Jazz under the Stars. The event is Free. August 14th, 2008, 6:30pm to 8:30, Pioneer Park, 324 So. Meridian, Puyallup. For more information, contact: 253/841-5457
www.cityopfpuyallup.org

The Faces of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: This traveling photo exhibit is part of the first national campaign about CFS sponsored by the CDC & the CFIDS Association of America. The exhibit features portraits and stories of CFS patients, family members & health care professionals. August 14th, 2008 to August 18th, 2008, mall hours, Tacoma Mall, 4502 S. Steele Street, Tacoma. For more information, contact: 704-365-2343
www.cfids.org/sparkcfs

My Fair Lady at the Encore Theater: This classic musical is presented in the Open-Air site at Gig Harbor. Join Eliza Doolittle & Professor Harry Higgins for a memorable evening. Bring seating or a blanket. Picnics are welcome. Gen. $15, $11 Military, Seniors & Teens. $8 pre-teens 7 to 12. $6 through age 6. August 14th, 2008 to August 31st, 2008, 7:pm, 4819 Hunt Street in Gig Harbor. For more information, contact: Tickets 253/858-2282
www.encoretheater.org