Hello dear friends, family, practitioners, extended community:

I am helping organize a panel discussion on the topic of Alternatives to Chemical Restraint, here in Olympia, WA, and would love to have you present for this important conversation if you are local!

If not, we will be discussing this info on the radio station KAOS 89.3 FM on Thursday 12-1pm PST, which you can stream from anywhere.

Alternatives to Chemical Restraint Panel Discussion
Monday March 5th, 7-9pm
Traditions Cafe in downtown Olympia

Chemical restraints are pharmaceutical drugs used to sedate someone in a crisis or perceived crisis situation. This practice resulted in a recent, tragic death of a local woman (http://www.theolympian.com/news/local/article198930799.html ), and I am hoping to bring a wide range of community members together to try and identify alternatives to chemical restraint and forced medication, and also build awareness and skills for de-escalation for individuals experiencing emotional/mental/spiritual crisis. 

Guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility. Hiroya is a one-of-a-kind composer, guitarist and singer-songwriter, born and raised in Kyoto, Japan. He has released six albums, performed internationally including at New York's iconic Blue Note Jazz Club and on Japanese National Television. In a typical year, Hiroya performs over one hundred shows. 

We’re located at 7023 New Market St SW, accessible via Intercity Transit route 12/13.  Call 360-943-7790 for more information.

On St. Patrick's Day from 2-3pm, enjoy a performance by The Olympia Peace Singers! The Olympia Peace Singers is an auditioned a cappella ensemble of The Olympia Peace Choir. They share the Peace Choir's message of peace, global awareness, and environmental stewardship to smaller venues in the South Puget Sound.

We’re located at 7023 New Market St SW, accessible via Intercity Transit route 12/13.  Call 360-943-7790 for more information.

We are overjoyed to announce the return of Shantala: Benjy & Heather Wertheimer, to Olympia as part of their Welcome the Light Tour. This evening of sacred music and chanting also features a stellar ensemble consisting of Steve Gorn, Bibi McGill, and Sean Frenette.  Please join us.  

Tickets are $15 Advance/ $20 after March 21, 2018.  For easy online Advance ticket purchase, click on the Register button below. Payment for Advance Tickets must be completed by March 21, 2018.

Come for an exciting game of mini golf. Each player will putt through 9 holes. Stop by the library starting March 2 to get your free ticket with tee time. Putters and holes provided. Come join the club!

Program paid for by the Friends of the Tumwater Timberland Library. The library is normally closed at this time and will only be open for this event.

We’re located at 7023 New Market St SW, accessible via Intercity Transit route 12/13. Call 360-943-7790 for more information.

Harlequin Productions’ annual fundraiser and season announcement party, ECLECTICA! , will be held on Saturday March 31 from 5:00-8:00 pm at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. Attendees will start with a catered dinner from Pellegrino’s and enjoy a no-host bar. The evening includes Harlequin’s famous wine toss game, along with new and exciting games and prizes, a live auction, and the announcement of their Season 2019 lineup of shows.

Guests will hear from the directors and artistic directors about each of the seven shows chosen for Season 2019. Patrons will also enjoy some of their favorite actors giving readings from the shows. A song or two may be possible as well.

“This exciting event is the unveiling of seven exceptional shows for 2019.” said Managing Artistic Director Scot Whitney. “Being there to witness the first breath of life of these theatrical projects is well received by event attendees.  Besides, when was the last time that old piece of advice ‘Eat, drink and be merry!’ disappointed?”

Tickets can be purchased by calling 360-786-0151, or online at harlequinproductions.org.

     WHO:               Harlequin Productions

     WHAT:             Eclectica!

     WHEN:             Saturday March 31, 2018 from 5:00-8:00 PM

     WHERE:          The Historic State Theater – 202 4^th Avenue East, Downtown Olympia 98501

     PRICE:             $25 per person

How do we recall detail from which we craft a poem? We’ll write descriptions of scenes we’ve experienced, allowing us to relive our personal history using our senses and memories, applying “poetic license” for effect. Patrick Dixon is a writer and photographer retired from careers in teaching and commercial fishing. Please bring writing materials. Registration is required and will begin at 10 a.m., March 6.

Local poet Patrick Dixon lived and drift-gillnetted for salmon in Alaska for 20 years. He has written about those experiences for 20 more. His poems have been published frequently online, in anthologies, magazines and journals.

Readers Theater Unlimited will perform three short plays for spring: "A Shakespearean Baseball Game" directed by Nanette Wichman; "Easy Aces: Jane Goes for Psychoanalysis" directed by Nanette Wichman; and "The Plotters" directed by Marc Harrison. Come enjoy an afternoon of good humor performed by good people.

We’re located at 7023 New Market St SW, accessible via Intercity Transit route 12/13. Call 360-943-7790 for more information.

Attend a screening of the docuseries “The Truth About ADHD”. Dr. Brad Ellisor, local chiropractor and kid’s health expert, is a featured presenter in the documentary. Watch his portion of the film as he shares his expertise on nutrition for kids with ADHD. Q&A follows.

We’re located at 7023 New Market St SW, accessible via Intercity Transit route 12/13. Call 360-943-7790 for more information.