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Today is the kick off of availability of Passport to Grays Harbor History. Visit a museum today (Aberdeen, Hoquiam, Lake Quinault, McCleary, Montesano, Moclips, Ocean Shores, or Westport) and get started collecting your unique passport stamps. Great summer fun!
Quinault Tribal Museum has had to postpone their celebration to June 16 & 17, but it will be worth the wait with a storyteller, artisans, vender, tours & refreshments.
Artists of all media are invited to create functional and not so functional pieces of “clothing” and accessories to be presented in a one-of-a-kind runway fashion show to be held at the Ocean Shores Convention Center. This show is intended to create opportunities for local citizens, artists, and designers explore artistic expression in a fun, safe and encouraging environment by providing them a unique way to display their work. Tickets available at the Ocean Shores Convention Center Visitors Bureau and Dolores’ and Fay’s Boutique in Ocean Shores. A no-host bar will be available. Show is suitable for well behaved children 13 and older.
The Aberdeen Founder’s Day Parade of 1947 had come to a successful end when Mayor Hopkins suddenly drops dead on the reviewing stand.
It wasn’t a natural death.
It was murder!
Mark your calendars and join us at the 4th Annual Founders’ Day Dinner and help solve the mysterious death in “A Felonious Founder’s Day”, a tale most foul, adapted by Roy Vataja. Tickets go on sale soon!
With an electrifying score that swings from folk to rock, Spring Awakening follows the unforgettable journey of a group of students in late 19th century Germany as they move from adolescence into adulthood. Facing both the devastation and the wonder of sexuality and self-discovery, the characters navigate through their coming-of-age despite parents and authority figures who are intent on withholding information and suppressing thought and expression. Adapted from Frank Wedekinds 1891 expressionist play abouth the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, which was banned in its time, this modern masterpiece is an exhilarating fusion of morality, seuality and rock & roll.
PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED-Sexual Themes, Strong Language
Sponsored by Marion J Weatherwax Endowment & Ingram, Zelasko, & Goodwin, LLP
With an electrifying score that swings from folk to rock, Spring Awakening follows the unforgettable journey of a group of students in late 19th century Germany as they move from adolescence into adulthood. Facing both the devastation and the wonder of sexuality and self-discovery, the characters navigate through their coming-of-age despite parents and authority figures who are intent on withholding information and suppressing thought and expression. Adapted from Frank Wedekinds 1891 expressionist play abouth the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, which was banned in its time, this modern masterpiece is an exhilarating fusion of morality, seuality and rock & roll.
PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED-Sexual Themes, Strong Language
Sponsored by Marion J Weatherwax Endowment & Ingram, Zelasko, & Goodwin, LLP
With an electrifying score that swings from folk to rock, Spring Awakening follows the unforgettable journey of a group of students in late 19th century Germany as they move from adolescence into adulthood. Facing both the devastation and the wonder of sexuality and self-discovery, the characters navigate through their coming-of-age despite parents and authority figures who are intent on withholding information and suppressing thought and expression. Adapted from Frank Wedekinds 1891 expressionist play abouth the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, which was banned in its time, this modern masterpiece is an exhilarating fusion of morality, seuality and rock & roll.
PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED-Sexual Themes, Strong Language
Sponsored by Marion J Weatherwax Endowment & Ingram, Zelasko, & Goodwin, LLP
With an electrifying score that swings from folk to rock, Spring Awakening follows the unforgettable journey of a group of students in late 19th century Germany as they move from adolescence into adulthood. Facing both the devastation and the wonder of sexuality and self-discovery, the characters navigate through their coming-of-age despite parents and authority figures who are intent on withholding information and suppressing thought and expression. Adapted from Frank Wedekinds 1891 expressionist play about the trials, tears, and exhilaration of the teen years, which was banned in its time, this modern masterpiece is an exhilarating fusion of morality, sexuality and rock & roll. PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED-Sexual Themes, Strong Language
Sponsored by Marion J Weatherwax Endowment & Ingram, Zelasko, & Goodwin, LLP
Shaver Marionettes will present a winter puppet play. Watch the shoemaker puzzle his way through the mystery of beautifully finished shoes. This fairy tale delights with its impishly magical elf, a devoted daughter with baking issues and a Queen who collects shoes.
LOVE LETTERS
Written by A. R. Gurney
Directed by Ben Hohman
Reader’s Theatre for all ages.
Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth and position, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank you notes and summer camp postcards. Romantically attached, they continue to exchange letters through the boarding school and college years, where Andy goes on to excel at Yale and law school, while Melissa flunks out of a series of “good schools.” While Andy if off at war, Melissa marries, but her attachment to Andy remains strong and she continues to keep in touch as he marries, becomes a successful attorney, gets involved in politics and eventually is elected to the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, her marriage in tatters, Melissa dabbles in art and gigolos, drinks more than she should and becomes estranged from her children. Eventually she and Andy do become involved in a brief affair, but it is too late for both of them. However, Andy’s last letter, written to her mother after Melissa’s untimely death, makes it eloquently clear how much they really meant and gave to each other over the years; physically apart, perhaps, but spiritually as close as only true lovers can be.
Performance dates: Every Friday and Saturday evening with curtain time at 7:30. Each weekend features a different cast.
Tickets are $15.00 and are available online at:
aberdeendriftwood.com
In 1968, Vietnam, civil rights, women’s liberation, and conservation coalesced—and tragedy led the 6 o’clock news. It changed us in ways still rippling a half-century later. 1968: The Year That Rocked Washington features a collection of online stories and an exhibit at the Washington State Capitol with profiles, compelling photos, and artifacts that document the activism and aftershocks of a landmark year in world history.
Aberdeen Shakespearean Theater presents “Pieces of Shakespeare”. The performance will include Jeff Ryser performing a monologue from Hamlet and Wynonna Baldwin performing the Juliet monologue. In addition we will be workshopping “Merry Wives of Windsor.” Workshopping is a theater term referring to performing with scripts in hand with suggesting changes in order to better the material.
Aberdeen Shakespearean Theater presents “Pieces of Shakespeare.” This afternoon will include performances of the Hamlet monologue by Jeff Ryser, the Juliet monologue by Wynonna Baldwin and we will be workshopping “Merry Wives of Windsor”. Workshopping is a theatrical term referring to performance of a piece with script in hand while the audience gives suggestions in the hope of improving the piece.
Aberdeen Shakespearean Theater presents “Pieces of Shakespeare.” This afternoon will include performances of the Hamlet monologue by Jeff Ryser, the Juliet monologue by Wynonna Baldwin and we will be workshopping “Merry Wives of Windsor”. Workshopping is a theatrical term referring to performance of a piece with script in hand while the audience gives suggestions in the hope of improving the piece.
The FOSLS LAKE SYLVIA STATE PARK FALL FESTIVAL continues the tradition for our 12th year!
Come join us on SUNDAY, September 10th, 2023 from 8:30 – 4:00 for a day filled with fun and family activities.
If you enjoy running we have trail Races that begin at 8:30 am. From 10 – 4, you can find one of a kind art and hand crafted treasures at the Artisans Market and eat delicious food while enjoying great live music by talented local acts all on the peaceful shores of beautiful Lake Sylvia. There will also be a kayak paddling adventure, a Watershed Festival by the GH Stream Team, Galaxy Harbor Dancers and educational exhibits in the Legacy Pavilion. You can decorate a pumpkin or take a group photo in our photo booth and we will have kids activities as well.
Park for free at Simpson School (519 Simpson Ave W, Montesano WA), and take a free shuttle to the Festival. Parking inside the park is limited and requires a Discover Pass. Free Disabled Parking is available inside the park. Watch our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LakeSylviaStateParkFallFestival for up to date information, applications, and schedules.