SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2011 >>>

1. Catch the always-entertaining Swampy Draws tonight at the New Frontier Lounge ... part of "a free show for Buford's birthday." Or, if that's not your ticket, peruse the Volcano's extensive live local music listings here.

2. Celebrate Northern's birthday today in Olympia. Or, if that's not your ticket, find the Volcano's arts and events calendar here.

3. Laugh for a great cause tonight at the Tacoma Comedy Club. Find details here.

4. Tracey Hooker & The Hook Me Ups play the Olympia Farmers Market today. Wonder if they can hook you up with an umbrella? If not, Rev. Adam McKinney can.

5. Jeanlizabeth, a long time favorite singer songwriter of the Volcano, plays the Steilacoom Pub and Grill.