Oct 31 Saturday
The Generations, The dad and lad duo that hail from the mean streets of Richland. A unique blend of chart toppers and novelty songs from over 6 decades of fun music. Catch up with a fun night, The Generations.
Jody huff Bass playing man. Skylar huff Guitar playing boy. Sweet, sweet harmony. Good for the soul.
6 PM - 8 PMAll ages, no cover, dinner show!
October 29–31 & November 5–7, 20267:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Rathskeller: A Musical Elixir
Step into the world of Rathskeller: A Musical Elixir, an original musical making its West Coast premiere at the Jansen Art Center.
This powerful two-act production weaves together unforgettable music, heartfelt storytelling, and moments of humor as one man is forced to confront the choices that shaped his life. Exploring themes of addiction, forgiveness, redemption, and the enduring power of hope, Rathskeller is a deeply moving theatrical experience that reminds us our lives are shaped not only by the choices we make, but by the people who never stop believing we can change.
Join us for this landmark premiere and experience a story that will stay with you long after the curtain falls.
Content AdvisoryRating: T+ (Recommended for Ages 13+)
Nov 01 Sunday
Jim Hodges’ “Unearthed” exhibition is a monumental bronze cast of an uprooted tree stump. The truncated form resonates with majesty while also serving as a mournful reminder of humankind’s impact upon the natural world. The sculpture is suspended in stillness, suggesting what might have been above, stretching branches that had reached into the air towards the sun that once contained life in green and barky rough wildness. With this implication, and through our interaction with the sculpture, “Unearthed” opens generative thought toward relationships between environments and their communities. The work beckons us to consider fragility, ephemerality, as well as the sacredness of life.
This work-in-becoming had its first residency in San Francisco’s Grace Cathedral in 2019. Imagine that in the confines of that edifice the sculpture absorbed metaphysical power from everyday spiritual practice, from a celebration of life observed in rites of faith, musical performances, readings, by a community’s presence, participation, and social interaction. “Unearthed” has its second residency at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at Washington State University, providing the academic and regional community an occasion to approach the work through intentional participation.
In time, its roots will be reunited with the ground through burial, transferring its accumulated goodwill charged with incorporeal memories and energies into the Earth. Only its severed trunk will remain visible, indicating a new role in nature.
IMAGE | Jim Hodges, Unearthed, 2015 to present
LOCATION | The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU is located in the Crimson Cube (on Wilson Road across from Martin Stadium and the CUB) on the WSU Pullman campus. Museum hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Closed Sundays, Mondays, and during University holidays and breaks.
Nocturnal
Sept 25 - Nov 15, 2026
Inspired by the world that emerges after the light fades, Childhood’s End Gallery presents “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Happ, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney.
Arts Walk Reception: Oct 2nd 5-9pmArts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm
FREE
Childhood’s End Gallery222 4th Ave WOlympia WA 98501
[email protected]
360-943-3724
On November 1st at 2 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre proudly presents the family-friendly show, The Zaniac!
When was the last time you laughed as hard as your kids?
With captivating amounts of energy, Alex Zerbe moves like a rubber band from one end of the stage to the other. Beatboxing, juggling, dancing, singing, music and magic are just a few of the things that led Piers Morgan of America’s Got Talent to call Alex “the total package.”
The “Professional Zaniac,” whoʼs been cracking jokes onstage for almost 15 years, zigzags between physical stunts and non-stop comedy. During the show vegetables are sliced in half by flying playing cards, flaming torches and bowling balls are juggled with ease, and every audience volunteer leaves the stage in triumph.
A self-described “human cartoon,” his show isnʼt only for the kids in the family. “I try to make my show like the movie Shrek, super entertaining for the kids but there’s a whole other level of comedy for teens and adults,” says Zerbe. Formerly of the award-winning duo Brothers from Different Mothers, Zerbe is a Hacky Sack World Champion, was voted The Pacific Northwest’s Funniest Prop Comic and is currently ranked Seattle’s 3rd Best Air Guitarist. Heʼs performed everywhere from cruise ships and comedy clubs to prime-time television in three countries, including “Americaʼs Got Talent!” and “Last Comic Standing.”
Nov 02 Monday
Vandal Science Day is a chance for everyone to come together to learn about and celebrate science. Registration is free and includes dozens of hands-on science demos, a keynote speech about the NASA Dragonfly project, prizes, and a free pizza lunch. Come for the whole day or drop in when you're available. All are welcome, with a specific focus on high school students and school field trips. Watch science come alive before your eyes! Email [email protected] to be put on an email info list and watch the website for registration details, coming soon.
