Stage
Michael Kaniecki draws with authority. Folks like me who have spent a lifetime in and around college art departments might say his figure drawings are like the stuff you see in every figure drawing class, and there's some truth to that; but Kaniecki does it better than most. He has a
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For most musicians the worlds of classical and modern music move in different orbits, if not galaxies. But when he sits down Thursday at the piano in the Rialto Theater, Christopher O'Riley should, once again, bring these spheres together. American pianist O'Riley has been sneaking Radiohead into the classical music
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Paul Fritts' organ has a following. In fact, it's so awesome he's being honored for it Sunday. Fritts and his team of artisans in Tacoma craft thousands of wood and steel components into some of the most graceful and inspiring modern pipe organs in the world. One of these artworks
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Monday, the Weekly Volcano's art critic's prose will be read by the Weekly Volcano's theater critic at Creative Colloquay, which was founded by the Weekly Volcano's food critic. The Volcano's 12 pages can't hold these talented folks. The literary event will also feature storytellers Jack Cameron, Titus Burley, J Anne
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Not that anyone needs another excuse to eat tacos, but Southbay Dickerson's BBQ in Olympia has declared Tuesday the day of the taco. And while barbecue and tacos may not sound harmonious on the surface, the principle behind "low and slow" cooking crosses any border. These hybrid
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Ah, the clarinet. It's the godfather of the woodwinds. You only have, say, a half-inch diameter to blow through. If you don't blow properly, it makes a loud, annoying noise. But if it's blown through properly, it's a beautiful instrument. The sound is so mellow, and soothing, and healing and
Military Life
It is a sad fact that the military is losing servicemembers to suicide at a rate that continues to climb. One former Army officer is poised to explore the problem, identify causes and, hopefully, work toward a solution ... through a film he is crowdfunding through Kickstarter. John Shaff, who described himself
News Front
They rotated out in groups of four or five Soldiers each. The noncommissioned officers from the 3-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 7th Infantry Division, focused on the lesson at hand-mounting and dismounting a .50-caliber machine gun on a Stryker vehicle. This block of instruction is part of six-week Stryker Master Trainer
Style
Just a hop away from Tacoma's Ruston Way and downtown areas lies the Proctor District. Within this charming walkable district, the "heart" surrounds North 26th with retail shops, eateries and more lined up nicely in a row. Once you hit North 30th, though it appears a little sleepy and more
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Did you know that the Washington Army National Guard has an armory in downtown Olympia? Even if you did, do you know what they do? On a day-to-day basis, the building serves as the headquarters of the 2d Battalion, 146 Field Artillery Regiment, which is part of the 81st Armored Brigade
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As the military continues to downsize as the United States pulls out of the Middle East and as the decade-long conflict comes to an end, U.S. Rep. Adam Smith said some difficult budgetary decisions would be made that will impact Joint Base Lewis McChord. With the budget reductions, Smith warned about
Critics' Picks
[FOLK ROCK] + FRI, APRIL 18 I'm just going to come out and say it. I have a crush on Science! I really do. There is something super endearing about two dudes playing guitars in such depths that it can elicit emotion - sincerity, reflection, angst, and especially happiness. These singer/songwriters
Music
Portland's Black Pussy are quick to address their name to anyone provoked by it. You see the Rolling Stones' "Brown Sugar" - a frankly kind of odd ode to slavery and interracial sex, though let's continue not thinking about that - was originally supposed to be titled "Black Pussy." Mick
Music
My father's record collection is vast and intimidating. For years, he worked as a clerk at Peaches Records & Tapes, quick to nab up everything he could and get all High Fidelity with the rotating cast of record store devotees. Growing up, I never owned a record. In my early
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Jimmi Davies is a coppersmith, motor head, artist and friendly face around Olympia. But perhaps he is best known for his music - with Oly legends The Dirty Birds and his latest project, Resident Kings. But did you know the singer/saxophonist has a relationship with Tacoma's long-standing garage rock originals, The
Features
There's something to be said for being the only one. The outpost, colors snapping in the immaterial breeze, bastion of cool, temple of special. The Swiss Tavern was that, once - 21 years ago, in a galaxy remarkably similar to the one we now inhabit. For those unfamiliar with the terrain,
Archives
If you were born before 1975, you most likely will remember the old Burger King jingle, “Hold the pickle, hold the lettuce, special orders don’t upset us, all is that we ask you let us serve it your way.” That was a simpler time, when “H.R. Pufnstuf” was on the
Concert Alert
We list major concerts going on sale this weekend, as well as national touring acts performing in the
Food Matters
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Wingman Brewers (509 1/2 Puyallup Avenue, Tacoma) turns 3 Saturday April 19 and is celebrating from noon to midnight with nine beers and one cider on tap, plus new gear such as glassware, tees and growlers. Pair the premiere of the Double IPA Pocket Aces with grub by Budha
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Formed by Dustin Hill, Black Pussy is a band that leans into the stoner rock label, despite the fact that listening to their music doesn't instantly evoke images of smoke sessions and unbearable jams. Rather, their sound and look is absolutely reminiscent of the '70s and the nascent birth of