Harlequin Productions Presents "Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde": In this brilliant new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s famous novel, six actors play all of the characters. Four of them play Mr. Hyde. One of them plays Elizabeth, an entirely new character who shifts the focus of the story from a black and white vision of good and evil to the foggy gray areas that lie between. August 26th, 2010 to September 18th, 2010, Thursdays-Saturdays 8pm, Sundays 2pm, The State Theater, 202 4th Ave, Olympia. For more information, contact: Harlequin Productions 360-786-0151
harlequinproductions.org

New Location for Olympia's Harbor Days! With Olympia's Percival Landing closed for reconstruction, Harbor Days moves just a bit north, stretching from Thurston Avenue to the Port Plaza. There will still be 100 arts and crafts booths, delicious food, entertainment, and those wonderful vintage tugs, with tug races Sunday at noon! September 3rd, 2010 to September 5th, 2010, Friday 5-8pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-7pm, Port Plaza, near the Farmers Market, & Thurston Av, Olympia. For more information, contact: 1-800-788-TUGS
www.harbordays.com

Olympia Debris Drop-Off Site: The City of Olympia's drop-off site accepts yard debris, including untreated, unpainted lumber (nails ok) and scrap metal. Metal parts cannot have contained fluids (no batteries, paint cans, microwaves, refrigerators or refrigeration units). Fees are based on type and amount of materials. March 6th, 2010 to November 20th, 2010, Saturdays 9am-2pm, Maintenance Center, 1401 Eastside St. SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: 753-8509
www.olympiawa.gov/utilities

ON SALE NOW! Masterworks Choral Ensemble 30th Anniversary Season Tickets Now On Sale! The upcoming season is entitled “Music is the Language of the Spirit,” signifying the power of music to lift us up, to express what otherwise seems inexpressible, to bring delight or solace, and to reveal the boundless realms of love. Concerts begin October 16th. To learn more about Masterworks 30th Anniversary Concert Season and to purchase tickets visit website below or call. August 10th, 2010 to June 18th, 2011, Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Olympia. For more information, contact: John Godfrey 360-491-3305
jtyerfdog@gmail.com
www.mce.org

Top Riders Compete: Top riders and their horses will compete in the sport called eventing, best described as an equestrian triathlon, with competitors' skills being tested in the ring, over fences, and galloping cross-country. September 3rd, 2010 to September 5th, 2010, Friday & Sat. 9am, Sun. 8am, Aspen Farms, 15910 130th Trail SE, Yelm. For more information, contact: 360-485-2042
www.aspenfarmseventing.com

Extreme Build Lewis County: Renew Lewis County Organization presents "Extreme Build Lewis County," a project to help a local family in need by rebuilding their home in one week, so they can restart their life back at home. Go to their website for a slide show, family bio, and how you can become a sponsor. September 3rd, 2010 to September 12th, 2010, Centralia. For more information, contact:
info@renewlewiscounty.org
www.renewlewiscounty.org

SafePlace to Hold Garage Sale: SafePlace will hold a garage sale, with proceeds helping them to continue to provide advocacy, shelter, and services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Supporters of SafePlace have donated dozens of great items for this event. There will also be food from Salty Dog Mobile Grub and live music. September 4th, 2010, 9am to 4pm, SafePlace Business Office, 314 Legion Way SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: 24-hour help line: 360-754-6300 office: 360-786-8754
www.SafePlaceOlympia.org

FREE! Waterfront Public Art Tours Every Saturday! Looking for a great FREE activity for yourself or out-of-town guests? Take a guided tour along Olympia's scenic waterfront to learn about the public art that is both shaped by and defines our community! The tour takes approximately an hour and a half. September 4th, 2010 to September 25th, 2010, Saturdays 11am, meet at Wave mural, 4th Ave and Water Street, Olympia. For more information, contact: Stephanie Johnson 360-709-2678
sjohnsol@ci.olympia.wa.us

Blood Donor Centers Open Labor Day to Prevent Shortage: In an effort to make it more convenient for people to give blood and to ensure an available supply to patients, Puget Sound Blood Centers will be open on Labor Day. At this time when blood donations are historically down and shortages can occur, it’s vital that donors make donating blood a priority. September 6th, 2010, all centers open 8am-4pm, Oly. Puget Sound Blood Center, 1220 Eastside St SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Olympia Blood Center 360-352-1100
psbc.org

The Psychic Buffet: Olympia's own monthly Intuitive Arts and Healing Fair held the first Monday of every month, with local professional psychics and healing practitioners. Come explore Animal Communication, Intuitive Readings, Reiki and Energy Healing, Chair Massage, Mayan Red Bean Readings and more! September 6th, 2010, 5pm-9pm, Urban Onion lobby, 116 Legion Way SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Lisa Holm 360-786-8617
lisa@lisaholm-psychic.com
www.lisaholm-psychic.com

REGISTER NOW! Hands On Children's Museum Power Parenting: Every first Tuesday, explore various parenting topics and meet and exchange ideas with other parents while your kids enjoy supervised play in the Hands On Children's Museum. This month's topic: Helping Children Problem-Solve/ Sibling Rivalry. September 7th, 2010, 5:45-8pm, Hands On Children's Museum, 106 11th Ave. SW, Olympia. For more information, contact: Hands On Children's Museum 956-0818
www.hocm.org

The Wicked Tinkers: Come see The Wicked Tinkers, an internationally known Celtic group, with local performers such as a pipe band, and Irish dancers. Scottish food and beverages will be provided by O'Blarney's Irish Pub. Tickets $20 per person. Bleacher seats $15. Must be 18 or older. September 9th, 2010, 5pm-10:30pm, Thurston County Fairgrounds, 3054 Carpenter Rd SE, Lacey. For more information, contact: Celtic Society of Puget Sound 360-786-6882

Elks Therapy Program for Children Fundraising Dinner: There will be a fundraising dinner to benefit the Elks program that provides therapy to children. Call now for tickets and details! September 9th, 2010, 6pm, Elks Lodge #186, 1818 4th Ave E, Olympia. For more information, contact: 360-753-0186

Spaghetti Bowl: Rotary clubs from Olympia and West Olympia put on this spaghetti fundraiser before the Olympia-Capital football game. The proceeds from the dinner will directly benefit scholarships for seniors from both Olympia H.S. and Capital H.S. $7 per person at the door. September 10th, 2010, 4:30 to 7:30pm, Olympia High School Commons, Olympia. For more information, contact: Pat Rants (360) 561-7573
Pat@Rants-Group.com

All Around Dogs at the Puyallup Fair: 32 different dog breeds and canine units from the U.S. Military, Customs, and the Seattle Police. Come see cart pulling, agility, junior handling, sporting dog training, rally, fly ball, and many more demonstrations. September 10th, 2010 to September 12th, 2010, Fri. & Sat. 10am-11pm and Sunday 10-10pm, Fairgrounds, J Barn & Town & County Arena 2, Puyallup. For more information, contact: Susan Gesting
susansharon46@msn.com