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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Matrix Coffee House Lewis County. Michael Shohan, Jonell. All Ages. 8 pm. $6. Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. MoE. All Ages. 6 pm. NC. Coffee Strong Lakewood. Redeem The Exile, Mourning Light. All Ages. 7 pm. Olympia Farmers Market Olympia - Downtown. Scuff & Al. All Ages. 11 am. NC. BLUES Cafe Luna Vashon. Rolf
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Emerald Queen Casino Tacoma - Eastside. Acoustic Dog House, featuring David Nail. 7 pm. NC. Olympia Farmers Market Olympia - Downtown. Eleanor Murray. All Ages. 11 am. NC. Tacoma Farmers Market - Broadway Tacoma - Downtown. James Coates. All Ages. 11 am. NC. Liquid Soul Coffee Roy. Open Mic. Hosted by David Wayne.
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When the winter weather outside is frightful and cold, many of us want to curl up by a fire and not go outdoors again until spring. While staying indoors is easy to do, it is even easier to get outside and have some fun - all while getting some exercise.
Nightlife It List
Yes, it is a retro form of music, a lot of the performers are sporting outlandish costumes and even more outlandish personas, so why isn't rockabilly playing 24/7 in every lounge in town? Beats us, but if you're the kind of cat who digs this stuff, they have the mother
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The holiday season is upon us, that time of tree trimming, menorah lighting, cookie baking, gift buying - and show seeing. No kidding. You might think there'd be enough to do at this time of year, but holiday time is a big time for families to dress up and go out
Reviews
ANNOUNCER: The boys have been trying a number of food for the masses type places that they were excited to put on their fancy pants and get back to a small plate-finely crafted establishment. The Table did not disappoint. JASON: The care and attention that the folks at The Table put
Arts
The Tacoma design showroom and gallery, Matter:Tacoma made modern, is offering a rare opportunity to see the work of French-Tunisian graffiti artist and TED Fellow, eL Seed. His global initiative to share the message of peace through graffiti art is more urgent now than ever. eL Seed has given permission to
News Front
Seventy-five percent of wounded warriors report they have post-traumatic stress, and a third of those say they've struggled to find care, however, more are finding access to healthcare and education, a survey recently reported. More than 31,000 warriors registered with Wounded Warrior Projects' (WWP) survey of military veterans. "This seventh survey was
Arts
In an unpretentious warehouse tucked away in a cluster of non-descript buildings not far from Madigan Hospital, something unexpected is taking place on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. At any given time, as many as 20 culinary arts specialists, led by Culinary Arts Quality Assurance Evaluator John Osterholm, are creating beautiful sculptures
Military Life
The military and baseball may not seem to have much in common, but Kevin Burke would disagree: "They both focus on teamwork. You have fast guys and strong guys, you figure out someone's strengths and put them where they can best help. The best teams win, not necessarily the teams
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"Operation: Turkey Drop is a great cause and it really gets you into the holiday spirit of giving to those who sacrifice so much throughout the year," said Operation: Turkey Drop facilitator, Carlene Joseph. "It's even more rewarding when you're touching the lives of junior-enlisted military families." The season for holiday giving
Education
The Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Community Support for Military Families with Special Needs is pleased to announce the results of a study by Ohio State University (OSU) to review access to and availability of evidence-based educational practices for military dependents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Through a partnership
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With bullets whizzing over his head and while under heavy attack, Keaton Thiem did the unexpected. He didn't remain hidden behind a bolder, seeking safety. Instead, the Air Force staff sergeant risked his life, helping as a combat controller to save the lives of 100-plus men during a 14-hour military encounter
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After 2,000-plus Christmases, the reindeer need a break, so Santa's scuttling his sleigh for the South Sound leg of his trip this holiday season in favor of something a bit more high-tech: the railroad. Passengers aboard the 47th Annual "Santa Train" at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie will get to
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Now that the holidays are approaching, the pressure is on to find the perfect presents for your friends, work colleagues, family members and yes, even frenemies. Consider experiencing downtown Tacoma for your shopping options. Tacoma's downtown offers an eclectic smattering of small businesses, museums, restaurants and the UW-Tacoma campus. Here
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Everyone is familiar with the Charles Dickens' holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. The story has inspired countless versions and renditions for decades, ranging from storybook retellings to Hollywood blockbusters starring beloved favorites like Jim Carrey and Gary Oldman. This holiday season, the renowned favorite can be viewed on stage at
Live & CD Reviews
Before Eric Claption, Eddie Van Halen, Jimmy Page, Ritchie Blackmore, and Mark Knopfler, there was this kid from Puyallup - Nokie Edwards. Lead guitarist Edwards, who performed with his longtime band mate rhythm guitarist Don Wilson and The Ventures Thursday at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, rocked their famous hits
Arts
Jason Sobottka is a fascinating painter. It's tempting to label his paintings fantasy art, but that would be too easy. There are fantasy elements aplenty, but there is much more to it than that. He paints fantasy creatures and mythological creatures, and he paints common animals such as dogs, rabbits
Stage
With lots of schmaltz and lots of good cheer, live theater in the South Sound is gearing up for holiday shows.Lakewood Playhouse. The most touching, feel-good holiday show of all time is coming to Lakewood Playhouse this season. You've seen it in countless reruns on TV and probably shed a
