May 01 Friday
May 1st is International Workers Day, and the Thurston – Lewis – Mason Central Labor Council is inviting working people from across our region to join them for music, activism and SOLIDARITY at their May Day celebration on May 1st from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Sylvester Park (615 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501.)
Working people across Thurston, Lewis and Mason counties – and across the United States - are struggling to make ends meet. Everything is too expensive, and our paychecks aren’t growing… but as we work harder, billionaire bosses get richer and richer. America wasn’t built by greedy billionaires and corporations, though - hardworking people have always been the ones who keep our economy running. This May Day working people and their unions are speaking out and fighting back! Working people are saying “enough” to our rigged economy, and are ready to fight to protect all workers from attacks on our jobs, our unions, and our freedoms.
The Thurston – Lewis – Mason Central Labor Council encourages every working person to come together at Sylvester Park on May 1st to hear speakers, enjoy music by Sunflower Season, and send a message that the working class in our community knows our solidarity is our strength, and we are united to fight for a better future for all workers.
For more information on TLM CLC’s May Day celebration please visit https://www.tlmlabor.org or contact Thurston – Lewis – Mason Central Labor Council President Rachelle Martin at [email protected] / (360) 261-2090.
Dan Myers' performance combines guitar, percussion and aboriginal wind instruments in a looping, swirling cascade of musical mystery.
All Ages. No Cover. Dinner show. Walk ins welcome.
5pm-8pm
The Kulshan Chorus presents “We Tell Each Other Stories” on Friday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 2 at 3:00 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 2401 Cornwall Ave. in Bellingham, Washington. Directed by Dustin Willetts, this unique and inspiring concert features the professional storytelling of Eva Abram (Rainwater Storytelling) and Harvest Moon (Quinault Basket Maker & Storyteller), interwoven with the music of the Kulshan Chorus.
“Storytelling has been at the center of human society since we first learned to communicate,” says Willetts. “It is a fundamental tool for not only sharing information but for creating connections and fostering empathy. It is a true honor to bring our stories and songs to you this evening and to share with you the gifts of Eva Abram and Harvest Moon. These two talented word-weavers will inspire you with their tales, while Kulshan Chorus offers a soundtrack that prepares your heart to receive something wonderful and new. Come and sit by the fire and hear a story. Put aside the noise of the outside world and let us once again fan the flames of wonder.”
General admission tickets are available for $25 at https://www.ticketstripe.com/we-tell-stories. An ASL interpreter will be present at the May 2 performance. For more information, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.kulshanchorus.org.
Hailing from Tri-Cities, Washington, Sodalite is a genre-blurring, boundary-pushing quartet that thrives in the moment. Known for their fearless improvisational style, the group draws from a deep well of musical traditions—fusing jazz, world music, rock, and everything in between—into something wholly their own. No two performances are alike, and that’s exactly the point. With Sodalite, you never know what you're going to get… and that’s the magic.
Joined by the Dirk Quinn Band, utilizing over a decade of steady performing, they've developed a unique and sincere style - one that appeals to a wide variety of music listeners with fans ranging from the beard stroking jazz aficionados to the jam band hippies. The band’s infectious energy and musical interplay routinely attracts all kinds of listeners. With great melodic sensibilities, rhythmic experimentation and an accessible modern edge, this is jazz/funk improvisation at its most engaging!
$10 Cover9PM-CLOSEAll ages until 11PM.
May 02 Saturday
Celebrate 50 years of growers, makers, and performers at the Moscow Farmers Market! Join us every Saturday, May through October—rain or shine—on Main Street and in Friendship Square in downtown Moscow.
Now in its 50th year, the Market continues its mission to provide the community with the opportunity to buy and sell local and regional agricultural products, distinctive handmade goods, artisan pieces, and original-recipe cuisine.
Know Before You Go• The Market is Americans with Disabilities Act friendly; only ADA Service Dogs are allowed on Main, Fifth, and Fourth Streets. All other animals are welcome on the sidewalks during Market.• The Market is a nicotine free event, including vaping, chewing tobacco, and smoking.• SNAP/EBT, WA State WIC, and SFMNP benefits are accepted.
For details on planning your visit, go to: https://www.ci.moscow.id.us/725/Plan-Your-Visit.
A night of original music with Callisto Riddle, Miles Kennedy, and Alex Lockwood. Featuring select participants from the 2025 Rolling Columbia Songwriter’s Contest expect a mix of fresh voices, honest songwriting, and good vibes all around!
5 PM - 8 PMAll ages, no cover, dinner show!
Nordic Folk in the Tri-Cities: Sofia Talvik Returns to Richland for an Exclusive 3RFS Show
Swedish singer-songwriter and former headliner of the 2023 Tumbleweed Festival, Sofia Talvik, returns to Richland for an exclusive performance with the Three Rivers Folklife Society (3RFS) at All Saints Episcopal Church on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 7:30 PM.
Talvik, internationally recognized for her ethereal vocals and distinctive fusion of Nordic folk and Americana, has toured extensively across Europe and the United States, performing in 49 U.S. states. With ten full-length albums, she has established herself as a captivating storyteller, connecting audiences across continents with music that is both personal and immersive.
Her Songs, Strings & Stories tour is an intimate solo experience, showcasing Talvik’s delicate vocals, nuanced guitar work, and rich songwriting. Set against the serene backdrop of All Saints Episcopal Church, the evening promises a memorable mix of music and storytelling, blending both beloved songs from her catalog and new material from this year’s tour.
"I’m looking forward to returning to Richland and performing for the 3RFS audience. I really enjoyed headlining the Tumbleweed Festival in 2023 —it was such a welcoming, grassroots event—and I’m excited to share my songs and stories again for the people of Richland."
Audiences can expect a carefully curated setlist that highlights the depth and warmth of Talvik’s Nordic-infused Americana, offering a night of reflective, joyful, and poignant music.
May 03 Sunday
Professor Mark Goodenberger, the CWU Percussion Studio, alumni, and guests will present The Errors Tour: Stumbling my way to the finish line… on May 3, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in Hertz Concert Hall at Central Washington University.
Join us as we celebrate Mark Goodenberger ‘s retirement after 24 years of percussion magic at CWU’s Music Department.
Free admission
“Missing this concert would be Bananas!” - Joshua Gianola, current and future Percussion professor
The finale concert of Crazy Callen Weekend, a part of the 131st Sequim Irrigation Festival, highlights the power and beauty of water-an essential element in Sequim’s history and identity. The irrigation ditches that shaped the Sequim-Dungeness Valley remind us how water sustains our community and fuels growth. Beyond our fields, those same waters connect to winding rivers and open seas—pathways of travel, trade, and imagination—reflected in today’s program of seafaring journeys and waterfront scenes. Enjoy ‘Victory at Sea’ by Richard Rodgers, ‘Titanic’ by James Horner, the campy festive piece following Jack Sparrow ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest’ by Hans Zimmer.
