Oct 18 Saturday
Thousands of books to choose from and a great selection of subjects, genres, and authors.All Book Sales Benefits Richland The Friends of the Richland Library’s Fall 2025 book sale happens Thursday, Friday, and Saturday October 16-18Thursday is open to Public 10:00am—6:00pmFriday is open to Public 10:00am—5:00pmSaturday is open to the Public 10:00am—4:00pm $5.00 Bag Sale$1.00 Hard Backs and trade paperbacks$.50 Children’s Books$.25 PaperbacksSome specially priced item
$5.00 Bag sale all day Saturday. Bring your own bags or 1 will be provided.
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Madrona Fest, coming October 18, to the Key Peninsula, is a celebration of the good life in the great outdoors. The festival features Black Belt Eagle Scout as the headliner along with Olympic Peninsula singer songwriter Simon Lynge, progressive roots country singer Nathan Evans Fox, and Oregon cowboy duo Buffalo Kin, along with lots more! There will be a contra dance for the community in the afternoon along with workshops and a jam. Activities for the kids (and kids are free), plus the food looks amazing! Curated by local Caren Halvorsen, the food will feature local farms and produce and delicious food like mushroom bisque and in-house pesto.
DOGMA is a satirical fantasy comedy that follows two fallen angels, Bartleby (Ben Affleck) and Loki (Matt Damon), who discover a loophole that would allow them to return to Heaven, which would inadvertently undo the creation of the universe. A woman named Bethany, who is struggling with her faith, is tasked with stopping them before their plan succeeds. Along the way, she is joined by various characters, including a muse, a seraphim, and a group of unlikely allies, all as they battle against the forces of heaven and hell. Directed by Kevin Smith, the film combines dark humor, theological questions, and absurdity to explore topics of faith, redemption, and religious mythology. After 25 years off the market, DOGMA serves to be a CULT CLASSIC with fans, and this new 4K remaster also includes exclusive bonus content only available in theatres. Sponsored by Matt Roberts.Rated: R | 2 hr 10 min | Tickets: $8 Adult / Film Pass
Acoustic Eidolon offers concert-goers a chance to absorb some of the most powerful and intriguing music on the scene today. This dynamic duo of cello and guitjo/guitar and vocals brings a powerful and charming presence to the stage. A musical evening like non other, prepare to be swept away into a world of music you did not know existed. An all-encompasing experience of story, song, wit and humor.
Join us for an enchanting evening of music and imagination, featuring captivating works inspired by storytelling. From epic adventures to whimsical fairytales, each piece paints a vivid narrative through powerful melodies and rich harmonies. Let the band take you on a journey where every note tells a story—one you won’t want to miss.
Julie Giroux’s Riften Wed is a hauntingly beautiful and cinematic work that evokes the solemnity and emotional depth of a fantasy wedding ceremony, inspired by the world of video game storytelling. Mannin Veen is a heartfelt tribute to the Isle of Man by Haydn Wood, weaving together traditional Manx folk melodies into a nostalgic and expressive musical portrait. A delicate and introspective work originally from his Final Alice, Acrostic Song by David del Tredici blends lyrical lines with subtle dissonance to evoke the surreal and poetic world of Lewis Carroll. Last but not least, Johan de Meij’s epic Symphony No. 1: The Lord of the Rings brings Tolkien’s world to life through five vivid movements, each capturing the essence of iconic characters and scenes from the legendary fantasy saga.
Bring your friends, your family, and your love of music for a night that celebrates the timeless art of storytelling through sound.
Oct 19 Sunday
Soak in Bliss: A Masterclass with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi ShankarOct 19 | Sunday | The Summit, Seattle Convention Center
Step into a rare day of meditation and wisdom with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar a world-renowned spiritual leader whose teachings have touched over 800 million lives worldwide. In Gurudev’s presence you’ll experience:✨ Guided meditations to quiet the mind and energize the body✨ Timeless wisdom shared with simplicity and humor✨ Practical science-backed techniques proven to reduce stress and bring lasting joy✨ Global community connection with like-minded seekers
👉 Get your tickets at: aolf.me/soakinbliss-seattle
On Sunday, October 19, at 2 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre, and the makers of Walla Walla Movie Crush, present a collection of family-friendly short films. This event is sponsored by Pacific Power Foundation, Milton Freewater Area Foundation and Windermere Realty. This program is also supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of short films! Enjoy heartwarming stories, charming characters, and plenty of laughter. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones. See you there!
Born in New York City on December 29, 1831, Badeau later became a clerk in New York City's Street Department.
In 1862, Badeau joined the Union Army during the American Civil War and was commissioned as a captain. Badeau joined the staff of Ulysses S. Grant as a brevet lieutenant colonel and military secretary in 1864.
During this time, Badeau and Grant became close friends. Badeau took part in the Wilderness and Appomattox campaigns and received promotion to brevet colonel. He remained on Grant's staff until 1869 and left the Army for disability; he held the permanent rank of captain and the brevet rank of brigadier general.
Among Badeau’s talents, he studied law and attained admission to the bar in 1855. He was a prolific author of both fiction and non-fiction, as well as authoring newspaper columns and magazine articles. Later in life, Badeau assisted Grant with the research, fact-checking, and editing of his autobiography.
Stan Southern will portray A. Badeau.
The Skagit Community Band Presents:“Music of the Masters”Timeless music from master composers Join the Skagit Community Band under the direction of Vince Fejeran, as we begin our 2025-2026 season by performing the music of Rimsky- Korsakov, Percy Grainger, William Walton, Georges Bizet and more. Our two concerts are at Maple Hall in La Conner Friday Oct. 17 at 7:30, and Brodniak Hall in Anacortes Sunday Oct. 19 at 3:00. Free Admission, donation gladly accepted. For more information please visit our website: Skagitcommunityband.org.
