Olympia Family Theater Presents "Cinder Edna": Olympia Family Theater presents "Cinder Edna," a world premiere new musical based on the book by Ellen Jackson. Cinderella and Cinder Edna, who both live with cruel stepmothers and stepsisters, have different approaches to life. Cinder Edna has better things to do than sit in the ashes and feel sorry for herself! Although each ends up with the prince of her dreams, one is a great deal happier than the other. May 24th, 2013 to June 9th, 2013, Fri. 7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1pm, extra shows June 6th 7pm, June 1st & 8th 4:30pm, Washington Center, 512 Washington St SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: tickets 753-8586/info 570-1638
www.olyft.org

FREE! Saturday Drop-Off Site: The City of Olympia's Saturday Drop-Off Site accepts yard debris and waste for a fee based on weight and type, as well as scrap metal and traditional recyclables for free. Service open to City of Olympia residents only. No fluids, paints, batteries, electronics, or appliances. March 2nd, 2013 to November 16th, 2013, Saturdays 9am-2pm, Maintenance Center, 1401 Eastside St SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Kim Johnson 360-570-5837
www.olympiawa.gov/satdropoff

Cold Ca$h for a Warm Home Energy Efficiency Rebates: Thurston Energy announces extension of energy efficiency rebates to Thurston County residents. You can receive up to $1000 in rebates on efficiency upgrades to your home! April 1st, 2013 to June 21st, 2013. For more information, contact: Annette Roth 360-754-6320
aroth@thurstonedc.com

FREE! Energy Efficient Appliance Replacement Offer: Puget Sound Energy will be replacing customer's energy guzzling old refrigerators and clothes washers with efficient models that will save customers' energy and money on their monthly bills, all for free! Pierce and King County customers should call or check online to see if they qualify! April 1st, 2013 to June 30th, 2013. For more information, contact: 1-877-341-2314
www.pse.com/appliancereplacement

Harlequin Productions Presents "Gloucester Blue": In the course of turning an old fish-packing plant into an upscale dwelling, a wealthy developer discovers that his young wife may be having an affair with his contractor. Old acquaintances make wily rivals, and fresh paint can't hide the writing on the wall in this dark comedy of modern manners and menacing power tools written by Israel Horovitz. May 9th, 2013 to June 1st, 2013, Thu.-Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm, Pay What You Can May 15th, Ladies' Night May 17th, Pride Night May 24th, State Theater, 202 4th Ave E, Olympia. For more information, contact: Anna 360-705-3375
anna@harlequinproductions.org
www.harlequinproductions.org/season/2013/gloucester-blue.php

FREE! SCHEDULE NOW! Home Energy Assessments: Puget Sound Energy now offers FREE Home Energy Assessments to its customers. The overview provides a better understanding of your home’s energy consumption. You get: On-site installation of free CFL bulbs (up to 50); High-performance showerheads* (*up to 2 per qualifying home); Written Assessment: A summary of energy-saving recommendations, rebates, & helpful tips. Lower your power bill instantly by calling Energy Efficiency First to schedule. May 9th, 2013 to December 31st, 2013. For more information, contact: Nancy Thompson (360) 236-9684
jacquibernie@comcast.net
www.qualityrcss.com/special-pricing

SPSCC Presents "View of the Dome": The South Puget Sound Community College Theater Program gets political with "View of the Dome," a play about an idealistic, young Washington attorney who persuades her former law professor to run for Congress. Tickets are $10-$15. May 23rd, 2013 to May 26th, 2013, Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm, also May 30th-June 2nd, SPSCC Minnaert Center, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia. For more information, contact: 360-753-8586
www.olytix.org

Merry Mounteer Packwood Senior Center: For Packwood's city-wide flea market, the Merry Mounteer Senior Center seniors will be serving hamburgers, hot dogs, & their famous beef stew, along with homemade pies (apple, peach, marionberry, pecan, strawberry ruhbarb)and ice cream. There is indoor seating and plenty of drinks. May 24th, 2013 to May 27th, 2013, 8am to 6pm each day, Highway 12, Packwood. For more information, contact: Peggy 360-494-6331

Thurston County BBQ Cook Off: The Thurston County BBQ Cook-Offs kick-off Memorial Day weekend at historic Columbus Park on the shores of Black Lake and continue with cook-offs at various locations until the championship Labor Day Weekend. Demos, food, vendors, and live music! Compete or just eat! May 25th, 2013 to May 26th, 2013, opens 11am, Columbus Park, 5700 Black Lake Blvd SW. For more information, contact: Matt Grate 360-754-2868
jimbojitsu@gmail
www.afabworld.org

Crafts of the Past - Ft. Nisqually Visiting Artisan Program: Native American beadwork is a family tradition for Charles Larsen, who learned it from his grandmother when he was a child. Today he specializes in the beading methods of the Great Lakes, Eastern Woodlands, and Plains Metis people. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum visitors can try their hand at beading a Metis-style rosebud design with free, pre-made kits. May 25th, 2013 to May 26th, 2013, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Tacoma, in Point Defiance Park. For more information, contact: Fort Nisqually 253-591-5339
www.fortnisqually.org

Memorial Day Service: Come to the Odd Fellows Memorial Cemetery for a Memorial Day service. The event will include performances by the Boomer Brass quintet, an opening ceremony with a Marine Corps League Rifle Salute, the national anthem, hot dogs, refreshments, and more. May 27th, 2013, 12:30pm, Odd Fellows Memorial Cemetery, Tumwater. For more information, contact: 360-352-8601

Veterans' Memorial Day Tribute: American Legion Post 94 is hosting their annual Memorial Day tribute to veterans. Guest speakers include Gary Alexander, Thurston County Auditor, and keynote speaker Retired Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Larry Redelsperger. May 27th, 2013, 4pm, Woodlawn Funeral Home, 5930 Mullen Rd SE, Lacey, 98503. For more information, contact: Teresa Burgman (360) 491-3000
teresa@woodlawn-funeralhome.com
woodlawn-funeralhome.com/

Memorial Day Open House: Forest Funeral Home, Cemetery, and Cremation will host an open house honoring those who have served or serve our country. American Legion Post #94 and Boy Scout Troop 007 will be placing flags around graves, marking those who are veterans. May 27th, 2013, 10am-2pm, Forest Funeral Home, 2501 Pacific Avenue SE, Olympia, 98501. For more information, contact: Teresa Burgman (360) 491-3000
teresa@woodlawn-funeralhome.com
forest-funeralhome.com

Veterans Resource Fair: Representatives from different organizations will help veterans with their questions about benefits and other issues at this fair open to all veterans sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa and Centralia College's Student Veteran Association. There will be door prizes of Xbox points, movie tickets, and more. May 28th, 2013, 9am-3:30pm, Centralia College, 600 College Blvd, Centralia, Washington Hall. For more information, contact:
karen.tryner@student.centralia.edu

FREE! Girl Scouts Daisy Badge Workshop: Girl Scouts of Western Washington will host a FREE Daisy Badge Workshop. This workshop is for girls entering Kindergarten or First Grade to experience Girl Scouts and earn their first badge! Parents should attend to learn about Girl Scouts and become a part of an organization that builds girls of confidence, courage, and character that make the world a better place! May 29th, 2013, 6-7pm, Olympia Timberland Library, Olympia. For more information, contact: Breezie O'Neill 253-798-5015
boneill@girlscoutsww.org
girlscoutsww.org

Thurston Conservation District Monthly Board Meeting: The Thurston Conservation District Board of Supervisors has rescheduled the monthly board meeting. These are public meetings and they encourage anyone to attend. May 30th, 2013, 3pm, 2918 Ferguson St. SW, Suite A, Tumwater. For more information, contact: Ashley McBee 360-754-3588 ext. 114
tcdadmin@thurstoncd.com

Religious Diversity Discussion: Listen to a panel of speakers discuss their faith and our spiritual obligations to our fellow man, with a question and answer session to follow. Presented by Phi Theta Kappa. May 30th, 2013, 5:30-8pm, Centralia College, 600 College Blvd, Centralia, Washington Hall 98532. For more information, contact:
karen.tryner@student.centralia.edu

Marshall M.S. Theater Presents "Shakespeare Comes to Calamity Creek": What do you get when Shakespeare comes to the Old West? Entertainment for the whole family! Enjoy an affordable musical comedy while supporting local student actors.
All tickets $5 at the door. Ages 4 and under are free. May 30th, 2013 to June 1st, 2013, 7pm, Marshall Middle School, 3939 20th Ave NW, Olympia. For more information, contact: 360-596-7600

SPSCC Presents "View of the Dome": The South Puget Sound Community College Theater Program gets political with "View of the Dome," a play about an idealistic, young Washington attorney who persuades her former law professor to run for Congress. Tickets are $10-$15. May 30th, 2013 to June 2nd, 2013, Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun. 2pm, SPSCC Minnaert Center, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia. For more information, contact: 360-753-8586
www.olytix.org

Tony n' Tina's Wedding: It's a wedding. It's a feast. It's a show! Tony and Tina exchange vows, and you play the part of Tony and Tina's family and friends, joining them for the reception, feast, and hilarious family dramas. Eat, drink, dance, converse, and get caught up in the festivities of this all-inclusive, interactive matrimonial experience. Tickets are $66-$84 and include a meal, champagne toast, and wedding cake. May 30th, 2013 to June 8th, 2013, Thurs. & Fri. at 7:30pm, Sat. at 3pm and 7:30pm, Rialto Theater, 310 S. 9th St., Tacoma. For more information, contact: 253-591-5894
www.broadwaycenter.org

BUY TICKETS TODAY! "My Front Door" Benefit for SideWalk : Come downtown for wine, beer, appetizers, and an auction of doors painted by local artists in support of SideWalk, a group helping to end homelessness! There will be jazz, auctioneer Joe Hyer, and SideWalk clients and volunteers in support of efforts to house more people than have ever been housed. May 31st, 2013, 6pm, 403 Capital Way, Olympia, the old Schoenfeld building next to Oly Fed. For more information, contact:
emma@walkthurston.org
www.walkthurston.org/form/my-front-door-art-gallery-event

Relay for Life of Lakewood: Almost 30 years ago, a Tacoma Doctor ran a track for 24 hours to raise money for cancer research. This gave birth to the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life. Join a team today and help make a difference in the fight against cancer by taking part in the Relay for Life of Lakewood! May 31st, 2013 to June 1st, 2013, 6pm on, Clover Park H.S., Lakewood. For more information, contact: ACS 253-272-5767
www.relayforlife.org

BUY TICKETS NOW! Olympia Little Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year": A chance meeting between Doris and George, married to others, leads to a lifelong affair where the two meet at the same inn on the same weekend each year over a 26-year period. The couple grow and change with the times, but their romance remains the one constant in both their lives. May 31st, 2013 to June 23rd, 2013, 7:55 Thurs.-Sat., 1:55 Sundays, Olympia Little Theatre, 1925 Miller Ave NE, Olympia, 98506. For more information, contact: 360-786-9484
www.olympialittletheatre.org

The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Come do the "Time Warp Again" as the Historic Fox Theatre screens this cult favorite for the first time! You are encouraged to dress up and participate during the film. There will be a costume contest with prizes awarded from local businesses. Admission is $8 for pre-sale tickets, $10 at the door. May 31st, 2013, 11:59pm Friday night, Fox Theatre, 123 S Tower Ave, Centralia. For more information, contact: Scott White 360-880-8053
scott@centraliafoxtheatre.com
www.brownpapertickets.com/event/390499

FREE! Timberline High School Choirs - "I Love the '80s!": Come hear Timberline High School's choirs perform your favorite songs from the '80s including "Billie Jean," "Don't Worry, Be Happy," "Come On Eileen," "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun," "Livin' on a Prayer," "Sweet Dreams," and more! May 31st, 2013, 7pm, North Thurston H.S., 600 Sleater-Kinney Rd NE, Lacey, Koval Center for the Performing Arts. For more information, contact: Terry Shaw 360-412-4860
tshaw@nthurston.k12.wa.us

FREE! Evergreen’s Science Carnival & Research Exposition: Prepare to be amazed by the wonders of the physical world at the largest science carnival in Washington State! Marvel at breathtaking sideshows, mind-expanding hands-on activities, the multitude of performers, and unbelievable phenomena! Free admission & parking. May 31st, 2013 to June 1st, 2013, 10am-3pm, Evergreen State College, 2700 Evergreen Pkwy NW, Olympia. For more information, contact: Todd Sprague 360-867-6042
spraguet@evergreen.edu
www.evergreen.edu/events/sciencecarnival

Huge Yard Sale Fundraiser: Join the Friends of Giselle and support a local girl's dream to attend a prestigious ballet school! Tons of amazing new and used items for sale - vintage collectibles, furniture, two treadmills, kids books, framed pictures, Asian vases, toys, new women's clothing and MUCH more. Multiple family donations! May 31st, 2013 to June 1st, 2013, 10am-3pm, 2116 Karen Frazier Rd SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Kerry Bennett 360-584-4394
chocolatefizz@comcast.net

Shallow Gallows Productions Presents "Good Night, Good Doctor": An original dramatic thriller written by Olympia playwright Nick McCord. A magazine editor with a failing marriage interviews an eccentric French psychiatrist prior to his extradition for crimes against humanity. May 31st, 2013 to June 1st, 2013, 7pm and 10pm, Midnight Sun, 113 N. Columbia Street, Olympia. For more information, contact:
shallowgallows@gmail.com

REGISTER NOW! First Aid / CPR Class: First Aid, CPR, intro to AED, lecture and practical application of minor emergency trauma situations. 2-year First Aid Certification awarded for successful completion of class. $50 fee; pre-registration required through Tumwater Parks and Recreation. June 1st, 2013, 8am-noon, alternate class date Saturday, August 3rd, Tumwater City Hall, 555 Israel Road SW, Tumwater. For more information, contact: 360-754-4160
mcapella@ci.tumwater.wa.us
www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks.htm

FREE! "Blood of Dragons" Author Robin Hobb: Join best-selling author Robin Hobb as she talks about her new book, "Blood of Dragons," the last in the Rain Wilds Chronicles! The Rain Wilds world has been praised by Booklist as "one of the most gripping settings in modern fantasy," and Publishers Weekly called the Rain Wilds books "a meticulously realized fantasy tale" and "a welcome addition to contemporary dragon lore." Books will be available for purchase. June 1st, 2013, 2pm, Tumwater Timberland Library, 7023 New Market, Tumwater. For more information, contact: 360-943-7790
www.trl.org

REGISTER NOW! Car Show to Benefit Seattle Children's Hospital: Enter your vehicle in a car show to to benefit the Seattle Children's Hospital - any make and model car or truck or motorcycle welcome! $15 registration fee includes BBQ lunch. Lots of prizes and trophies to be handed out too! June 1st, 2013, 9am-3pm, Lacey Walmart, 1401 Galaxy Dr. N.E, Lacey. For more information, contact: Justin Johnson 360-791-6128

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Priest Point Park Work Party: Join the Olympia Park Stewardship Program in celebrating National Trails Day with a fun and exciting stewardship work party! The goal of the work party will be to improve trail conditions on the Ellis Cove Trail. Tools, gloves and refreshments will be provided. Youth under 18 must be signed in; any youth under 14 must have an adult present with them. June 1st, 2013, 10am-1pm, Priest Point Park, 2600 East Bay Dr NE, Olympia. For more information, contact: 360-753-8365
www.olympiawa.gov/parkvolunteer

Mossyrock Fire Department Silent Auction: The Mossyrock Fire Department is holding a silent auction to help raise money to build a new fire station. Stop by the main station to bid on some great items. You must be present to win. Cash, checks, credit, and most debit cards accepted. June 1st, 2013, noon-5pm, Mossyrock Fire Department Main Station. For more information, contact: 360-983-3456
www.mossyrockfire.com

Farming the Tidelands: Come learn about shellfish and how they are farmed here in the Puget Sound. Jennifer Hopper, Education and Outreach
Coordinator for Taylor Shellfish Farms, will provide a presentation on shellfish farming in our community. Participants will get to touch live oysters, clams, mussels, and geoducks, and look at shellfish larvae under microscopes! Coloring books will also be provided. June 1st, 2013, 10am-4pm, presentation 2pm, WET Science Center, 500 Adams Street NE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Amber Smith (360) 528-5742
ambersmith@lottcleanwater.org
www.wetsciencecenter.org