May 09 Thursday
"Mere Mortals"
Please join Childhood’s End Gallery for Springs Arts Walk and the opening of our latest exhibition “Mere Mortals” and a bonus special feature of Louise Rae Williams.
“Mere Mortals" is a group figurative exhibition, featuring a diverse body of contemporary figurative and portrait work by Northwest artists. The grouping features sculpture by Simon Kogan, ceramic work by Shari Bray, and a dynamic array of painting by Lynette Charters, Jennifer Lauer, Livia Lynne Miller, Carla Paine, and Amy Scherer.
“Mere Mortals" is accompanied by a posthumous exhibition of Louise Rae Williams, marking the 20th anniversary of her passing and celebrating the surreal and fantastical career of Louise’s artistry.
4/26 - 6/9Reception: 4/26 : 5-9pm ArtsWalk 4/27 : 12-7pm | with piano by Ann Finn 1-3pm
In collaboration with Spectrum Dance Theater (SDT), the National Nordic Museum is pleased to present an original performance choreographed by Spectrum's Artistic Director Donald Byrd, in response to Swedish jazz pianist Esbjörn Svensson's posthumously-released album Home.s. This original performance is inspired by the special exhibition Nordic Utopia? African Americans in the 20th Century, opening March 23.
Seventeen artists working in a variety of media are now exhibiting fresh work in Showcase 2024, Northwind Art's updated program. Glasswork, oil paintings, block prints, stone mosaics, fabric maché, etchings and more share the light-filled gallery space in downtown Port Townsend. These makers include Craig Britton of Friday Harbor, Diane Walker, Kate Dwyer and Shelley Jaye of Port Townsend, Dennis Rogers of Bainbridge Island, Kelli MacConnell of Chimacum, and Egor Shokoladov of Port Angeles.
"Lush Language" celebrates four emerging artists and their work ablaze with color and symbolism. Pastelist Isabel Elena Pérez, who lives in a converted Seattle metro bus in Quilcene; Tininha Silva, a Brazilian fiber artist who lives in Port Townsend; Becca Fuhrman, a painter in Seattle, and Claire Ragland, a printmaker and ceramicist in Port Townsend, bring their work together in this show.
Lady Washington is offering public sails and dockside tours throughout the Puget Sound.
SEATTLE April 29-May 13; KIRKLAND May 13-20; TACOMA May 20-July 1 and July 8-15; OLYMPIA July 1-8 and August 26-September 9; PORT ORCHARD July 15-22, August 19-26, and September 9-16; EVERETT July 22-29; ANACORTES July 29-August 12; LANGLEY August 12-19; and PORT LUDLOW September 16-29.
Offering 2-Hour Sails Thursdays-Sundays 1-3pm & 3:30-5:30pm (including weekly history, brunch, and happy hour sails), 4-Hour Sails Wednesdays 1-5pm, Transit Passages between ports on Mondays, Private Charters, School Field Trips, and FREE Dockside Tours Wednesdays-Saturdays 6-8pm.*
*precise times and days are subject to change, see website for up-to-date offerings
Join us to learn about the Coral Triangle, aka the “Amazon of the ocean.” Known for its mesmerizing biodiversity and natural beauty, this incredible region inspired the Aquarium’s new Ocean Pavilion expansion—opening this summer! During this Lightning Talk, four speakers will have five minutes each to dazzle the audience with the wonder of the Coral Triangle. And stay tuned for an amazing post-talk discussion answering audience questions.
The legendary Jerry Miller is playing every Wed. Night at the Golden West in Tacoma. From 7 to 11 pm. Great blues, jazz, and Rock n rollNo charge!
Comedy Underground is back to make you laugh. Each event features a new slate of touring comedians that are sure to make you laugh out loud! Recommended for ages 18+.
“Try to Remember” the first time you saw this musical charmer. It’s no wonder that The Fantasticks was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.”
Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production promises a lush new approach to this beloved classic.
Don’t miss this magical and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.