Washington Hispanic Festival: You don't have to speak Spanish to enjoy the Washington Hispanic Festival, but it will help if you like Latin American food, music, and dance! Discover the diversity of the Hispanic community at the Washington Hispanic Festival. There will be live entertainment, Latin dance workshops, and fun for the whole family. July 26th, 2008 to July 27th, 2008, Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 11am-6pm, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia. For more information, contact:
martha.wright@century21.com
www.washingtonhispanicfestival.com

FREE! REVISED TIMES! Olympia Master Builders 2008 Tour of Homes: This year's tour is a scattered site event featuring 10 new homes and two remodel projects. The show promises homes for real people's lifestyles, priced for real people's budgets. See The Olympian's July 24th Insert for map or click on link below. July 26th, 2008 to August 3rd, 2008, Sat & Sun only 10am-6pm, Olympia. For more information, contact: Olympia Master Builders 360/528-4778
stacey@omb.org
www.omb.org/images/2008-Tour-of-Homes-Fact-Sheet.pdf

FREE! Olympia Symphony Orchestra Concert at the Capital: The Olympia Symphony performs an outdoor concert of classical favorites under the direction of music director Huw Edwards. July 27th, 2008, 5pm, Washington State Capitol Lawn, Olympia, near Tivoli Fountain. For more information, contact: Olympia Symphony Orchestra 753-0074

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

Disney's High School Musical: Encore! Theater presents "Disney's High School Musical." An exuberant cast of 40 will bring the Disney movie alive, with all the jocks, cheerleaders, and brainiacs that make high school life so vibrant and dramatic. Bring your own seating. July 11th, 2008 to July 27th, 2008, 7pm Friday-Sunday, outside Impact Church, 4819 Hunt St.,, Gig Harbor. For more information, contact: Encore! Theater 253-858-2282
www.encoretheater.org

"Grease" at Tacoma Musical Playhouse:: Come back to Rydell High & the class of 1959, with Danny, Sandi & the whole gang. It's gonna rock the house with music you know & love. Tickets are $23 gen., $21 Seniors, students & military, $16 for age 12 & under. July 11th, 2008 to August 3rd, 2008, Fri-Sat at 8pm, Sat-Sun at 2pm, Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave, Tacoma. For more information, contact: Box office 253/565-6867
www.tmp.org

Ocean Shores Sun & Surf Event: American Pride Associates is having a fundraiser for homeless/disabled veterans at the Ocean Shores Sun & Surf Event. On sale are biker & military duckies, military baseball caps, & other patriotic items. July 25th, 2008 to July 27th, 2008, 9am-midnight or closing, outside Ocean Shores Casino. For more information, contact: Cheryl or LaMont Grodeck 360-970-4045
americanprideassociates @yahoo.com

Auditions for "I Hate Hamlet": Olympia Little Theater will hold auditions for the comic ghost story “I Hate Hamlet.” Roles for 3 men & 3 women. Can the ghost of legendary stage actor John Barrymore help an up-and-coming television actor conquer the role of Hamlet? Or will their dueling wits and egos drive the young actor crazy? “I Hate Hamlet” will run September 12th–October 5th. July 28th, 2008 to July 29th, 2008, 7-9:30pm, Olympia Little Theater, 1925 Miller Ave NE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Erich Brown 360-786-9484
www.olympialittletheater.org

REGISTER NOW! Teen Trip to Wild Waves! Tumwater Parks & Recreation's Youth Program is sponsoring a trip for ages 11-17 to Wild Waves & Enchanted Village in Federal Way. $35, includes ticket and transportation. Register today! July 29th, 2008. For more information, contact: Tumwater Parks & Recreation 754-4160

REGISTER NOW! Lacey Parks & Recreation Summer Hikes: The 6.5 mile "Lakes Trail" loop trip offers mountain views, small lakes, wildflowers, and pristine forests. It has a moderate difficulty rating, with lots of up and down. $35. Register with Lacey Parks & Recreation. July 29th, 2008, 8am-6pm, trip departs from Lacey City Hall, Lacey. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks & Rec 491-0857

Puyallup's Out To Lunch Noon Tunes: Pioneer Park will be the site of Puyallup Parks & Recreation's Noon Tunes Children's Series. Next kids will enjoy Bochinche, Latin music, in a Free noon-time event at the park. July 29th, 2008, noon to 1pm, Pioneer Park, 324 So. Meridian, Puyallup. For more information, contact: 253/841-5457
www.cityopfpuyallup.org

Lacey Children's Entertainment Series: The event continues with Eric Haines Comedy Mayhem, a Juggling & Variety Show. All events are free, & held at Huntamer Park in Lacey. July 29th, 2008, 6:30pm, 7th & Woodland Square Lp. (behind Fred Meyer), Lacey. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks 360/491-0857
www.ci.lacey.wa.us

Thurston County Fair! Check out the horses and other prize-winning animals, the quilts and country-living demos and displays, the live entertainment, the carnival rides, and all that county fair food and atmosphere! $6 general, $4 children under 15 and seniors 60+, free for kids under 6. $5 parking or free shuttle from North Thurston Bus Barn or Woodland Elementary. July 30th, 2008 to August 3rd, 2008, Wed.-Sat. 10am-10pm, Sun. 10am-8pm, Thurston County Fairgrounds, Lacey, out Carpenter Road SE. For more information, contact: Thurston County Fairgrounds 360-786-5453
www.co.thurston.wa.us/fair

Olympia's Music In The Park: Presenting a huge mix of Reggae, blues & rock & roll with "Jimmy Free's Friends on guitar & vocals, at Sylvester Park. bring your blankets, chairs & picnic baskets for this Free concert under the stars. July 30th, 2008, 7pm, Sylvester Park, Legion & Capital Way, Olympia. For more information, contact: ODA 360/357-8948

Lacey's Summer Concert Series: Bring your lunch & enjoy a Noon concert with the Lacey Parks Summer Concert Series. Bring your family & friends for "J.C. Hyke" country singer & songwriter, in a Free concert at the park. July 30th, 2008, 12 noon to 1pm, Huntamer Parks, 7th & Woodland Square Loop, Lacey. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks Dept. 360/4910857

Teen Trip to the Beach: Teens age 11 to 17 can spend the day at Ocean Shores to enjoy the surf, sand & sun. Then head to the family center for miniature golf & fun rides. The fee is $25. Pre-registration is required. Call Tumwater Parks for details & registration. July 31st, 2008, all day, Tumwater Parks & Recreation, Tumwater. For more information, contact: Tumwater Parks Dept. 360/754-4160

Puyallup's FamilY Series: Pioneer Park will be the site of Puyallup Parks & Recreation's Family Series events. This Thursday, enjoy 80's Rock with the Spazmatics, followed by the Magic Bus classic rock on the center stage. The event is Free. July 31st, 2008, 6:30pm to 8:30, Pioneer Park, 324 So. Meridian, Puyallup. For more information, contact: 253/841-5457
www.cityopfpuyallup.org

Classic Films at State Capital Museum: Enjoy FREE classic movies at the museum. Bring a chair & warm blanket & enjoy some classic American cinema with Rebel Without A Cause, starring James Dean. Snacks available to purchase. In case of rain, movies will shown indoors. August 1st, 2008, Doors at 8:30pm, State Capital Museum, 211 SW 21st Ave, Olympia. For more information, contact: Information 360/753-2580

Seattle Star Ball: Ballroom dancers from the United States and Canada will be competing at the Seattle Star Ball, August 1st-3rd at the Hilton Seattle Airport Hotel and Conference Center. Cheer on professional and amateur dancers as they compete in a variety of dance styles, including Chao-Chao, Waltz, Swing, and Samba. Enjoy a Saturday evening performance by World Champions Gherman Mustuc and Iveta Lukosiute. August 1st, 2008 to August 3rd, 2008, schedule available on website, Sea-Tac Airport Hilton Conference Center, King County. For more information, contact: Robert Hrouda 206/550-6461
organizer@seattlestarball.com
www.seattlestarball.com

Temporary Public Art Kick-Off: The *Here Today* Temporary Art Project returns for the month of August. Eight time based projects will appear on the streets & in public places. Some art involves movement so the element of surprise & discovery is part of the fun. August 2nd, 2008, 11:am to 3:pm, Olympia Farmer's Market, Olympia. For more information, contact: Olympia Arts Commission 360/709-2678

LIVE BROADCAST! Hot Rod & Classic Car Show/Bone Marrow & Blood Drive: Register now for this car show and fundraiser for Race for the Cure, American Cancer Society, and the Mangan Family Foundation hosted by Clarus Optical. There will be free National Bone Marrow Registry swabs, a blood drive, silent auction, designer sunglasses sale, and food & espresso. August 2nd, 2008, 11am-4pm, awards ceremony at 3:30pm, Clarus Optical, 345 College St., Lacey. For more information, contact: Clarus Optical 923-4333

The Mossyrock Blueberry Festival: This down-home rural American celebration offers music on the lawn, & games for the kids of all ages. There will be fun contests, a parade, a car show, couch races, pig races & more. Proceeds benefit Mossyrock School's Summer programs. August 2nd, 2008, 10am to 10pm, State Street, downtown Mossyrock, Wa.. For more information, contact: Chamber 360/983-3778

The Big Air Fair: Don't miss the Big Air Fair with vintage planes, homebuilt, & ultra lights. Get up-close & personal with the military aircraft & pilots. Admission is Free. Kids age 8 to 17 can take a Free flight with the Young Eagles. August 2nd, 2008, 10am to 6pm, Centralia - Chehalis Airport, exit 79 off I-5, Chehalis. For more information, contact: Centralia Chehalis Chamber of Commerce 360/748-8885

The Puyallup FREE Outdoor Cinema Series: Now Showing, "Surf's Up" on the blimp screen at Bradley Lake Park . Concessions are available to purchase. Bring blankets, chairs, & enjoy a movie under the stars. August 2nd, 2008, dusk, Bradley Lake Park, 531 31st Ave SE, Puyallup. For more information, contact: Puyallup Parks & Rec 253/841-5457
www.cityopfpuyallup.org

FREE! Lacey's Outdoor Cinema Series: It's a "Superhero All-Nighter" with the movies "Superman," "Spiderman 1," & "Batman Begins" on the big screen. Bring creative seating & munchies for movies under the stars. Experience the game show finale. August 2nd, 2008, dusk, Huntamer Park, 7th & Woodland Square Loop, Lacey. For more information, contact: Lacey Parks Dept. 360/4910857

A Tai Chi Immersion Class for Youth: Now accepting registrations for youth ages 6 to 16 with all levels of experience, to explore "Tai Chi", which teaches the ancient form of martial arts in a fun, supportive environment. The class fee is $60. Financial aid may be available. August 2nd, 2008, 10am to 4pm, Broadway Center Conservatory, Tacoma. For more information, contact: Nyree Martinez 253/591-5202
www.broadwaycenter.org

A 24 Hour Meditation & Prayer For Global peace: A Walking Meditation begins at 11:15am from Marathon Park in Olympia to the Capital Campus followed by 24 hour Community Prayer & Meditation at Tivoli Fountain. Everyone is invited. August 2nd, 2008 to August 3rd, 2008, 11:am start, Marathon Park, Capital lake, Olympia. For more information, contact: Interfaith Works 360/357-7224