Oct 30 Friday
Winner of the 1938 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Thornton Wilder’s masterpiece has stood as a timeless pillar of the American stage. Poetic, poignant, and profoundly human, this groundbreaking play invites us to slow down, look closer, and cherish the fleeting beauty of life.
A recurring independent comedy showcase hosted by NOT CLICKBAIT. Performances from three indie improv teams on the final Friday of each month.
Get ready to vibe live with Lamar Lofton and Leifo & dem – an epic night you don’t wanna miss!Hideout Presents ... "Lamar Lofton Presents" ... Leifo & demLeif Totusek (guitar) and Ngoma Numu (drums)Get ready for a night to remember at The Hideout with Lamar Lofton bringing you the freshest vibes! Dive into the sounds of Leifo & dem as they take the stage live. This is an in-person event you won't wanna miss—good music, good energy, and good times all around. Grab your crew and come through for some unforgettable beats and chill vibes!
Oct 31 Saturday
Supported by KNKX. After thirty-five years of being at the forefront of the ever-evolving musical landscape of New Orleans, Grammy Award winner Jon Cleary decided to bring that sound back home, both figuratively and literally. He assembled his Absolute Monster Gentlemen (his acclaimed all-star big band) in his home studio in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans, drew up a setlist of some of his most beloved songs– and some new favorites– and rolled tape.
The result is The Bywater Sessions, a musical tour-de-force that showcases the grit, funk and joy that’s packed concert halls from New Orleans to Tokyo and beyond. Co-produced by Cleary and John Porter (Roxy Music, The Smiths, Taj Mahal), it’s a stunning collection of performances that affirms Cleary’s place in the New Orleans musical vanguard.
As for the musicians, it’s the best of the best. Long time Monster Gentlemen Cornell Williams and A.J. Hall anchor the band on bass and drums, respectively. They are joined by Nigel Hall (Lettuce) on Hammond organ, Pedro Segundo (Ronnie Scott’s All Stars) on percussion, Xavier Lynn (MonoNeon, Ledisi) on guitar, and an all-star horn section of Aaron Narcisse (Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra), Charlie Halloran (Squirrel Nut Zippers, Preservation Hall All Stars) and Jason Mingledorff (Galactic).
Styled by the Streets: Black Women in Hip-Hop Fashion explores how Black women transform Hip-Hop fashion into a cultural and political force, transcending the boundaries of music to influence global style, self-expression, and identity. From streetwear to couture, hair to jewelry, and iconic photography, the exhibition showcases style as a powerful expression of Black womanhood across 30 unique artifacts. Layered in late 1990s and early 2000s denim, holographic finishes, and Y2K palettes, the gallery highlights the artists and cultural creators who bring these iconic looks to life—centering the women visionaries whose creativity reshapes Black and Hip-Hop communities through storytelling, authorship, and legacy.
Sponsored by KNKX. October is Tacoma Arts Month, featuring a wide variety of arts and culture events, programs, and exhibits for all ages all around Tacoma, some of which are free. There is something for everyone to enjoy: music, dance, and theater performances; hands-on experiences; cultural events; visual art exhibits; literary readings; workshops; and film screenings.
All you have to do is choose what you want to enjoy. Take this opportunity to experience something new as we celebrate Tacoma’s cultural community!
This Halloween morning, October 31 at 6 AM, at Causland Memorial Park in Anacortes, WA will feature the Death by Dawn: Poetry at the Park. Featuring Lewis Carroll's "Jabberwocky", and the short story, "Horror at Tombstone" a tale of fire and old west execution by Ashlan Chidester. Start your morning off fright.
The Thurston - Lewis - Mason Central Labor Council (TLM CLC) and Washington Labor Education and Research Center (WA LERC’s) presents their autumn South Sound Labor School session on October 31st at Evergreen State College.
“Union curious” workers, union members, and members of community organizations will have the opportunity to engage in panel discussions, community strategy sessions, and workshops such as “Engaging New Volunteers and Younger Members,” “Strategy and Power: Campaign Planning,” “Member Powered Bargaining,” and more. A full list of workshops can be found at https://www.tlmlabor.org/SSLS_Autumn2026.
The $20 registration fee for the October session covers a light breakfast, lunch, and refreshments throughout the day. Union members are encouraged to check with their leadership about having their registration fees sponsored by their Locals.
This autumn event marks the final South Sound Labor School session of 2026. Participants and organizers report that the educational series has been a great success at empowering working people with the information they need to make our communities stronger and more effective – whether they’re in a union or not.
For more information on the South Sound Labor School program please visit https://www.tlmlabor.org or contact Thurston – Lewis – Mason Central Labor Council President Rachelle Martin at president@tlmlabor.org / (360) 261-2090.
Local Olympia area artists display their work. Paintings, collage, fabric art. Join us for Arts Walk October 2-3!
Celebrate spooky season at the Ahhhhquarium!Trick or treat around our habitats to snatch some candy or a non-snack prize while learning about the mesmerizing (and sometimes mysterious) marine world. Costumes are welcome!Prepare yourself for a frightfully fun day. Join us for a spooktacular story time. Watch our multi-talented divers carve pumpkins underwater and vote on your favorite creations. See master pumpkin carver Russ Leno in action as he transforms a giant pumpkin into a gourd-geous work of art. Up for a challenge? Take part in our bone-chilling scavenger hunt featuring x-rays of some familiar faces at the Aquarium seen in a curious new light.Creep upstairs to the Seattle Aquarium Café for our special menu featuring bat-shaped chicken nuggets and apple cinnamon churros.
