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Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock met in 1975 when they were cast in the Sydney production of Jesus Christ Superstar, and right now fans of their soft rock oeuvre are thinking, "Yep, that sounds about right." Their eight Top 10 hits include "All Out of Love," "The One That You
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Brooklyn's Shelton "Spike" Lee is the outspoken documentarian, commercial director and filmmaker whose first narrative feature, She's Gotta Have It, introduced 25 years of art at the cutting edge of American sociopolitical conversation. The American Film Institute calls Lee's Do the Right Thing (1989) one of the best 100 movies
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Engine House #9, E9 as it is most often called, has been a Tacoma landmark for decades, and continues to be a destination for the thirsty and hungry because of two reasons: great food and a huge selection of beer and spirits. The iconic firehouse and commitment to its history
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Think all-ages Cirque du Soleil, and you won't be far off from the spectacle and magic of Imago Theatre. USA Today says the company has "an international reputation well deserved." Their current show combines the best bits from two previous shows, FROGZ and Biglittlethings. Characterized as "Felliniesque," an adjective sure
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Attendance at high school plays is usually limited to parents and well-wishers of actors in the cast, but this trio might be worth checking out even if you don't have kids in the Clearasil set. It includes Among Friends and Clutter, a family drama by Lindsay Price, and two sketches
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Can it really be 30 years since "Jessie's Girl" hit #1? Rick Springfield, the former soap heartthrob, is in his early 60s, but he was a radio fixture throughout the 1980s. Scoff if you will at aging rock stars, but it's a rare karaoke night that doesn't benefit from his
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Cigar rolling party Screw those whiny anti-smoking ordinances. For some, nothing beats a fat stogie and a stiff drink after a tough week. Lucky for you, the Thurnderbird Aficionado Cigar Lounge in East Tacoma is moments away from anywhere, and it features more than a hundred varieties of fine cigars imported
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What says "Merry Christmas!" better than a perfectly decorated Christmas tree? How about 60 beautifully decorated Christmas trees? Even better: how about all those Christmas trees in one warm, dry place? Once again this year, the Mary Bridge Brigade is proud to present its annual Festival of Trees. This year, the
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Technology is everywhere. Small devices no larger than a deck of cards can monitor heart rates, take vivid pictures, and navigate us to any destination of our choosing. Every task or chore on our to-do list can be completed with the socially recognized phrase "there's an app for that." For those
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There are many beloved traditions within the community this time of year. Families are often busy decking their halls, trimming the tree, and decorating their house in the spirit of the season. While many Christmas traditions include family gatherings inside the home or visiting with Santa at special events, some
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The statistics are sobering. It is estimated that over 145,000 people in Washington state are living with brain injury-related disabilities; this number is based on hospitalizations. That is not the full story, though. The numbers increase for those people who are not hospitalized or who are not initially diagnosed with brain injury. Clearly, there
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A Christmas tree certainly brightens the holiday season. AD: $100 off premium bed liners from LineX-NW. COUPON HERE Dec 7, 2019 from 3-7 p.m. the Joint Base Lewis-McChord's Directorate of Morale, Welfare and Recreation will have roughly 550 free Christmas "Trees for Troops" during the base's Winterfest - stay tuned here for
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Get ready for a glimpse into the future, when high-school and college students will teach the rest of us what being sustainable is all about. In Tacoma, your portal will open Saturday, Feb. 26, at the University of Puget Sound. There, a group of green-minded students hope to connect with
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Tempest Lounge Tacoma - Upper Tacoma. Maurice The Fish Records Showcase. 7 pm. NC. Hannah's Bar & Grille Olympia - Downtown. Open Mic. 9 pm. NC. BLUES Charlie's Sports Bar and Grill Olympia - Downtown. Blues Jam with Blues Attitude. 9 pm. NC. COMEDY/GAMES Big Wheel Steakhouse and Lounge Tacoma - Parkland. American Idol Viewing
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC O'Blarney's Irish Pub Olympia - Eastside. Irish Sessions. Live traditional Irish music. 7:30 pm. NC. Olympic Club Hotel and Theater Lewis County. Mark Alan. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. Traditions Cafe and World Folk Art Olympia - Downtown. Oly Songwriter Circle. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. Tugboat Annies Olympia - Westside. Open Mic
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Yenney Music Olympia - Westside. Kate Power and Steve Einhorn Uke & Song. All Ages. 7-8 pm ukuleles and instrument playalong 8-9 pm singalong. NC. BLUES Harmon Brewery and Eatery Tacoma - Downtown. JD Hobson. 8 pm. The Swiss Tacoma - Downtown. Loose Gravel & The Quarry. 8 pm. NC. COMEDY/GAMES Willoughby's Restaurant and Lounge
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Harmon Tap Room Tacoma - Stadium District. Tin Man. 8 pm. BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Blues Jam, hosted by Tim Hall. 8 pm. The Spar Tacoma - Old Town. Mark Dufresne. 8 pm. NC. City Hall Saloon and Eatery Enumclaw. Rockin' Blues Jam Session. Hosted by Max Renshaw. 6 pm. Uncle
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Traditions Cafe and World Folk Art Olympia - Downtown. Casey Neil. All Ages. 8 pm. $8-$12. Cafe Luna Vashon. Damon Buxton. All Ages. 7 pm. NC. studio four18 Olympia - Downtown. Larry Murante. Benefit concert for Patrons of South Sound Cultural Arts. All Ages. 7:30 pm. $20. Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. Zael
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