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August 8, 2012 at 10:05am

Rock Tiki Recommends: Earl's on the Ave

If you find yourself in Seattle's University District dying of thirst, and wondering where you can find some drink, look no further than Earl's on the Ave. Located on University Avenue near the University of Washington, Earl's offers the cheapest, strongest drinks in the area. Patrons remark affectionately that "Earl's makes you hurl," referring of course to the egregious amounts of alcohol in each drink, but let me point out that they continue drinking there.

And rightfully so, the atmosphere is superb: dimly lit with a live DJ and dance floor on the weekends, and three quality pool tables, Big Buck Hunter in the corner, plenty of seating at the bar or in booths, and big flat screens for whatever sports event is occurring that evening.

Specials depend on the day of the week, but include drinks such as $4.50 Fireball and $5 pitchers of PBR.  If you get hungry, Paul's kitchen makes the rounds with dollar a slice pizza, and offers a menu including other common bar foods such as burgers and nachos. Parking is slim, so pack comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk a few blocks. Earl's is always open until 2 AM, and all information can be found by visiting: www.earlsontheave.com/happyhour

August 9, 2012 at 6:16am

5 Things To Do Today: High Ceiling, Sound Workshop, Pierce County Fair, Writer's Round Table and Kid's Crafts

This is Sam. He will teach you sound production at Northern in Olympia.

1. Northwest music scene break-out since 2004, High Ceiling plays alongside some of the biggest names in Jam-Rock-Reggae; John Brown's Body, Rubblebucket, Clinton Fearon, Kyle Hollingsworth, Junior Reid, and many more. Roots reggae, world, trance and jazz sounds are infused with improvisation, defining High Ceiling's unique presence in the Northwest music and eclectic arts scenes. 9 p.m., The Olympia Ballroom 116 Legion Way, Olympia.

2. Northern in Olympia desperately needs sound engineers- if you've ever been interested in doing sound for live shows, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Sam is a magical teacher. 6-8pm, to be followed by a great show with thelittlestillnotbigenough, Sunshine & Irony, and Ninja Turtle Ninja Tiger! Northern: Olympia All Ages Project, 414 1/2 Legion Way.

3. The Pierce County Fair is nestled among the giant firs and green grass of beautiful Frontier Park. Sit back and enjoy a wide selection of tasty fair food while viewing many of our free entertainment acts and attractions. The Pierce County Fair is the link to our agricultural past and our fast paced modern life. Don’t miss the excitement. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Frontier Park, 21800 Meridian South, Graham, 253.798.4176.

4. Writers of all ages and types are welcome to share their work in an encouraging atmosphere. 7 p.m., Barnes and Nobles, 1530 Black Lake Boulevard Southwest
Olympia,360.534.0388.

5. For some easy-going free family fun, explore your creative side at Tenino Timberland Library. Make a kaleidoscope, carve an apple, or try another of the crafts set out for you to experience. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program. All day, 172 Central Ave W, Tenino, 360.264.2369

August 10, 2012 at 7:26am

It's a packed hip-hop weekend

There's a lot to do this weekend. It's August so that means this month is yo last chance for some summer-fun. Here's what to do. Friday at Charley's in Fircrest, yeah I said Fircrest, go see Fame Rilla, Q-Dot, Darius, and C.H. of Clear Mind. It's a good bill and the show starts at 9pm. Q-Dot's been on a roll as of late after releasing his new album, "Declaration of Dopeness" and C.H. is an M.C. in Washington who has roots in the other Washington, D.C. that is.

If ya looking for some actual outdoor summer-festival fun, then go to Peoples' Park on Saturday at noon for the 5th annual Hip-Hop In the Park. This event is put on by The D.A.S.H. Center For the Arts and is one of the most fun community events this city has to offer. This summer there will be performances from the D.A.S.H. students, Awall A.K.A. 2-Piece, Xola (formerly Kid Sensation), and myself. Get there with some money if ya can because there will be lots of venders. This Hip-Hop In the Park should be extra fun - due to the beer-garden. This is the first time there will be a beer-garden at Hip-Hop In the Park - so props to The Tempest.

End it all on Sunday night by doing something good and meaningful. Hit The Backstage Bar and Grill where there is a benefit/fundraiser for Christopher Virdell and his family. Chris has been missing since Feb. 9th 2012. Tickets are $15 at the door or $10 in advance and can be purchased on brownpapertickets.com or through the Virdell Family. Tacoma M.C.'s Jay Barz and Illizm will be getting-down and at 11pm there will be a firework show. If anyone knows any information about Chris's disappearance, please call 253-200-7856.

August 10, 2012 at 7:41am

5 Things To Do Today: Tacoma Concert Band, Movie at the Mansion, Red Fang, Save the Boobies! and Comedy Tour

Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck get romantic in Roman Holiday

1. It’s summer and we’re finally getting some warm, sunny days. What better way to soak in the most of this summer bliss than to spend your evening at an outdoor concert of choir and classical music. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, picnic, and enjoy! 6:30 p.m., free,  Fircrest Park, Electron Way & Spring Street, Fircrest. www.tacomaconcertband.org

2. Roman Holiday, starring Audrey Hepburn, Gregory Peck and Eddie Albert. A classic romantic drama. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Short cinema history 8:45 p.m. Film screening begins at 9 p.m. Popcorn and candy for sale. Complimentary coffee provided. $2 donation appreciated. Bring your own chair. Wraps and blankets suggested for those cool August evenings. In case of rain, the movies will be shown in the Coach House. 211 21st Ave SW, Olympia, 360.753.1998.

3. Seattle is not usually our beat, but it's RED FANG, so you should go. Think stoner rock, PBR and D&D. 9 p.m., Neumo's

4. Parking lot fundraiser with BBQ, drinks, desserts, and multiple raffles. Please come out and support "Team Bare It Tanning". All proceeds will be going towards the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk. Any donation is greatly appriciated. 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. 13923 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma (same complex as Spanaway Fitness) 253.531.0833.

5. The Wrecking Crew Comedy Tour will be hitting up the Comedy Undergroud under Big Whiskey this Friday at 8 p.m. This is the First International Tour for four of Los Angeles' fastest rising comedians: Headliner Abby Roberge (CBS Excused)Alex Philips (The Comedy Store, LA Improv, and Laugh Factory)Nick Callas (TBS College Comedy Tour) And Matt Siegan (Comedy Store, national commercials and films)Tickets are only $15 available from Comedy Underground www.comedyunderground.com Comedy Underground, 100 S 9th St., Tacoma. 253.272.2489.

August 10, 2012 at 9:47am

Nosh with us at Bite August 23

Learn the art of the garnish while enjoying great eats and drinks.

Filed under: Food & Drink,

August 10, 2012 at 2:17pm

Colored Hair Extensions - Better for chickens, better for you

Tracy Stout models her cute colored hair extensions

A cute summer trend is colored hair extensions.

"You don't have to bleach out your hair then color," says Tracy Stout, hair technician at Jaime Lee & Co. in Olympia. "You can have glowing neon strands in one minute."

That means no damage to your hair. It also means no damage to chickens.

Recent controversy surrounding the breeding and killing of chickens to provide the soft colorful hairpieces that many salons offer prompted the growing trend in colored hair extensions.

“It’s better for your hair, too, there is no fade and it looks real,” says Stout.

Jaime Lee is a cruelty-free salon and has never offered feather extensions, but Stout says the hair extensions can be made to look feathery.

"We can even custom color them, like with raccoon stripes," she says.

Other colors offered are Cupcake Pink, Cherry Bomb, Virgin Pink, Napalm Orange and Blue-haired Freak. They sell for $10 each.

Jaime Lee & Co., 309 4th Ave, Olympia, 360.786.6027

August 11, 2012 at 5:17am

Cork and Keg Fest benefits YWCA

Wine, beer, food and fun. These are the four ingredients that make any fundraising event a hit. The YWCA of Pierce County knows this, and that's why it's hosting a Cork and Keg Festival today.

"Having attended multiple beer and wine festivals, I saw a great opportunity," said Kelly McDonald, event coordinator, "People love going ... it's really fun."

From 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday in Opera Alley, expect to see 21 Cellars, E9, The Harmon Brewing Company, The Ram, Seven Seas, Wingman Brewers, Mt. Head Brewery, Silver City, Stina Cellars, Palouse Winery, Stottle Winery, and Vashon Winery. Food will be available as well. Stink Cheese and Meat will provide sandwiches; Hilltop Pop Shop will have gourmet popsicles and Over the Moon will have salads.

"They have been so generous," said McDonald of the sponsors. "They are not making any money, so it's pretty much a labor of love."

"I try very hard to support local events where I can and this was easy because it's in my neighborhood," said Deanna Bender, owner of Over the Moon Café. "Also, this type event makes things fun and easy for people to get involved and help bring awareness to the YWCA and also the necessary funding to keep its awesome programs going forward which benefit the people in need, which helps the ENTIRE community."

For more than 30 years, the YWCA of Pierce County has been a beacon of hope for families suffering from domestic violence. Safety, healing and empowerment are the organizations goals, and the YWCA touches the lives of more than 12,000 women and children annually.

"Several years ago government funding tightened," said McDonald. "We've had to strategically supplant the lack of funds. The Cork and Keg event is a way to reach a different demographic to raise awareness about our services."

All proceeds will directly benefit the organization, which provides housing, resources and daily living needs to the women and children involved in the program.

"The goal is to raise $10,000 for our first year doing this event," McDonald said.

The YWCA has also had two 5K runs this year and they are planning a silent jewelry auction in the fall.

Tickets are $25 advance, $30 day of event.

Can't make it to the event? Donations of non-perishable food items, full-sized toiletries, used cell phones, new undergarments and socks, and gift cards can be dropped off directly at the YWCA, located at 405 Broadway in Tacoma.

Ticket purchases or monetary donations can be made through www.ywcapiercecounty.org.

Filed under: New Beer Column, Tacoma,

August 11, 2012 at 5:20am

Saturday’s rock ‘n’ roll festival for all ages

Girl Trouble is one of 14 bands that highlight the musical lineup for Saturday’s Music and Arts in Wright Park festival from noon to 7 p.m. File photo

Music and Art in Wright Park (MAWP) is easily one of the most anticipated events of the season for Tacomans. Especially this year, as MAWP is back after a one-year hiatus.

Six hours of music, 14 bands, kid's events and food and craft vendors will take over Wright Park in Tacoma from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday.

MAWP is back on the scene with a revived sense of inspiration and a fantastic lineup. Humble Cubb, Mos Generator, Centre Can Not Hold, The Jilly Rizzo, The Plastards, CFA, The Dignitaries, Girl Trouble, Big Wheel Stunt Show, 13 Scars, Walking Papers, Trasholes, Fun Police and The Rusty Cleavers are scheduled to play.

"This is my way of giving back to the community," says Cody Foster, co-director and 27-year Tacoma music veteran. Together with co-director Ken Johnson and group of dedicated volunteers, MAWP is an event for the people.

"It was designed for people to come and stay all day and enjoy the show," Foster says. "There are second and first wave rockers, some that now have grandkids, and it's comfortable because people have been doing this for generations."

Because kids will be kids and sometimes get bored with the music, there is an emphasis on activities for little ones. There will be an information booth for kid's events as well as MAWP posters to color and take home.

Another well thought perk to encourage people to stay all day and promote Tacoma's music scene is the intentional omission of the times bands will play until right before the show.

"There is a diverse group of bands, and I want to protect kids that are new to the scene," says Foster. "Plus, if people show up for one band, they can have exposure to others."

And yet another reason to stay all day is the live art performance by Larkin Cypher, a local artist who plans to paint from noon until 6 p.m., and then donate the piece to a silent auction to benefit next year's MAWP. (Rumor has it the painting will be a large zombie. Awesome!)

Keeping in the spirit of counter-culture art and ensuring MAWP will be around for years to come, another fundraising tool is already circulating through Tacoma, a 12-month calendar (August to August) that showcases Grit City's finest men. Selling for $20 at The New Frontier Lounge, Rocket Records, The Red Hot, Bluebeard Coffee and Supernova hair styling salon, the hot ticket calendars are a year-round reminder that both MAWP and Tacoma rule.

(Wright Park, 316 South G St, Tacoma.)

August 12, 2012 at 4:46am

5 Things To Do Today: Burning Man Documentary, Burlesque, Perseids Party, Maari Dickerson Fundraiser and Renaissance Faire

Watch nature's fireworks tonight in Heritage Park

1. The Brotherhood in Olympia will screen the documentary film "Burning Man: Beyond Black Rock!" Movie starts at 7p.m., Happy Hour 4pm to 7p.m., 50% of the bar sales between 4p.m. and 9p.m. will benefit the Thurston County Food Bank. The Brotherhood Lounge, 119 Capitol Way N., Olympia, 360.352.4153.

2. Eugene's Red Raven Follies are a troupe of performers actively re-incarnating the classic vaudeville variety show. Their 'Fool's Journey Roadshow' unfolds a story of trial and triumph, humor and heroism, fun and flirtation in a unique Tarot-themed show that includes dance, song, acrobatics and more. Members of Olympia's TUSH! Burlesque will join in the summer magic! $15, two shows: 7:30 and 9:30 p.m., Royal Lounge, 311 Capitol Way N., Olympia, 360.705.0760.

3. There are expected to be close to 100 meteors per hour flying across the sky.
They say the best way to look for an amazing show would be towards the big dipper.
There will be a community gathering to watch this amazing phenomena downtown at Heritage Park on Capital Lake (The place they hold lakefair.) If you have telescopes, blankets, food, drinks, or anything that could make a great meteor watching atmosphere, please bring them. 9:15 - 11:15 p.m.

4. Several local bands have teamed up to organize a concert to benefit 9-year-old Maari Dickerson who was recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. The benefit event will be held on Sunday, August 12 from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the Swiss Tavern, 1904 Jefferson Avenue in Tacoma (all ages are welcome until 9 p.m.).  A suggested donation of $10 per person/$25 per family will be collected at the door.  Raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each or five tickets for $20, and the live and silent auction will be conducted by Mike Stortini.  A full listing of available packages is available on the Friends of Maari website, www.maaridickerson.com.

5. The Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire lasts a series of three weekends. The second weekend presents Amy Brown, renowned faerie and fantasy artist; she will be signing autographs from 1p.m. until 3p.m. both days. Spend the weekend celebrating the fantastical and magical world of faeries, trolls, dragons and more. Audience encouraged to dress in the spirit of the worlds beyond, from faerie wings to unicorn horns, join in a mystical romp through the faerie realms. $12-$48, Kids 5 and under free, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. The Kelley Farm, 20021 Sumner-Buckley Highway, Bonney Lake, www.washingtonfaire.com 

August 12, 2012 at 3:29pm

Love Our Local Fest

Olympia is so stinking cute. They have house parties and organic farms, a thriving music scene and artistic parades. Now they have one more reason to qualify as the coolest town this side of the mountains.

Enter the Love Our Local Fest.

Love Our Local Fest will shut down traffic and open up hearts at the intersection of San Francisco and Bethel Streets next Sunday, Aug 19, from 1 – 9 p.m.

“We focused on three things this year,” said Marie Poland, event organizer and member of Sustainable South Sound, “cultivating community, dwelling in possibility and celebrating our gifts.”

The street party will have live music all day, including Erav Rav, a gypsy fusion group and Brown Edition, local funk favorites.

In addition to music, there will be food, a kid’s area, an artisan market, inspirational speakers and skill workshops where folks can learn about composting or making kombucha.

The event is in its second year, and last year got such a positive response, that Poland couldn’t say no to doing it again.

“When someone first asked if we’d be doing this again, I wasn’t sure, but after so many people asked, the answer was definitely yes,” said Poland.

“We look at ways to celebrate the beauty we have as a community.”

Volunteers are still needed. Interested parties can contact Poland at 360.918.3740.

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