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It’s a new week, which means it’s time for a new edition of Bobble Tiki’s South Sound music notes column. Let’s get rolling. … Bobble Tiki loves a creative idea. Like that time Bobble Tiki came to the epiphany that boxed wine can be concealed in an AM/PM sports
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I first heard Bacchus in 2003. I was bartending at McCoy’s in Olympia and we had a great lineup of shows every weekend. I remember specifically the buzz Bacchus created. Regulars talked them up and old-school rockers gave them props. My fellow bartender, Nathan, would say, “If these guys were
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Serious question, Tacoma: Do you realize Scott McCaughey and Peter Buck will be at Hell’s Kitchen Friday, with their band the Minus 5? Yes, that Scott McCaughey, he of Young Fresh Fellows fame — he of the seemingly endless rock ‘n’ roll resume. And, YES, that Peter Buck. R.E.M., dude. Is there
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BRIAN KENNEY FRESNO Thursday, July 16 Brian Kenney Fresno is like Captain Kangaroo for drunk people. He runs a label called Bonghit Records, has a custom guitar that looks like something stolen from GWAR’s backyard dumpster, and sings about things that would make most children and old ladies giggle uncomfortably. So
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BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Billy Shew Band Open Jam Session. 8 pm. NC. The Junction Sports Bar and Grill Lewis County. Blues Jam. Hosted by Blues Attitude. 8 pm. Eagle's Hall Olympia - Downtown. OlyBlues Dance Night. Third floor, no partner necessary. All Ages. 9 pm. $5. City Hall Saloon
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Beau Legs Fish ‘N’ Chips Where: 8765 Tallon Lane, Lacey, 360.915.6328 Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Cuisine: Southern/Creole deli fare Scene: Casual order-at-the-counter family friendly Drinkies: Non-alcoholic fountain drinks Damage: $2.99-$13.95 ANNOUNCER: Slightly off the main drag of Martin Way in Lacey, a Southern/Creole inspired casual order-at-the-counter dining
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SPARKLY Chris Sparkman of Sparkman Cellars is pouring today from 4-6 p.m. at Water to Wine in Gig Harbor. Check it at 9014 Peacock Hill Ave. It’s free. MORNING INSPIRATIONS Babblin’ Babs Bistro now serves its Frenchy French Benedict, goaty lox sandwich, Sunrise in Monterrey, Paris bistro breakfast, strawberry banana waffle with an
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In the South Sound, female virgins can be a cunning bunch, often confining themselves to family picnics and church potlucks, infrequently venturing beyond the watchful eyes of a guardian or God. But in captivity — especially when gathered at an art gallery hosting a chastity belt show — I imagine
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Amocat Cafe Tacoma - Triangle District. Amocat Live! featuring the Amocat House Band. All Ages. 7 pm. Cafe Luna Vashon. Damon Buxton. All Ages. 6:30 pm. NC. Spar Cafe Olympia. Paul Mauer. 8 pm. NC. Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. Radim Zenkl. All Ages. 8 pm. $10. Harbor Greens/Forza Wine Bar Gig Harbor. The
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Infinite Soups Lunch Counter at Sanford and Son Infinite Soups’ new satellite location opened last Monday in Sanford and Son’s Commerce Street floor level. Ten or so rotating soups are offered at the lunch counter, scents mingling in the marble floored dining area. Heavenly. My query of “What’s the Roman artichoke
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Widely known as one of Washington’s best restaurants, Pacific Grill ranks high on my list of all-time favorite places to meet friends for lunch. Nothing sets the last leg of my day off to a better start than a Pacific Grill grilled cheese and a glass of perfectly poured wine.
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It’s time, Tacoma, to celebrate the Pacific Northwest’s defining element, as South Sound Collective, Pacific Fusion Productions and United State of Consciousness present Drop of Water, July 18, beginning at 9 p.m. at the Foss Waterway Seaport Museum. If you’re out of the loop, this is the third show in
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When I was 8-years-old, my parents and I rode in the car as “Yesterday” came over the airwaves. My mother turned it up and slyly looked over at my father while I watched in the back seat. “Who sings this song, Adam?” she asked. “The Beatles,” I responded. Then came
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Mandolin Cafe Tacoma - Central. Gina Belliveau, Andrew Norsworthy. All Ages. 8 pm. Matrix Coffee House Lewis County. Hot N Bothered, Seventh Silence. All Ages. 9 pm. $6. Traditions Cafe and World Folk Art Olympia - Downtown. Jim Malcolm. All Ages. 8 pm. $10-$15. Admiral Theatre Bremerton. Rose Cousins. All Ages. 7:30 pm.
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Northern Pacific Coffee Co. Tacoma - Parkland. Jeriactric Jazz. All Ages. 11 am-1 pm. NC. Traditions Cafe and World Folk Art Olympia - Downtown. Open Shape Note Singing. All Ages. 5 pm. NC. BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Blues Jam, hosted by Tim Hall. 8 pm. City Hall Saloon and Eatery
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The gallery at Pierce College in Steilacoom is nothing more than a wide place in the hall. But that wide space is filled with a dozen or so very nice paintings by CJ Swanson. Swanson’s abstract paintings are swirls and ribbons of colorful shapes that meander through shallow spaces on the
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I do so love community theater, with all of its quirks and spirit. There is just something about the whole “let’s put on a show” sort of vibe in a community theater that’s absent from a theater where all of the actors are professional with paychecks attached to their performances. Since
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BLUES Uncle Sam's American Bar & Grill Spanaway. Blues Monday. 7 pm. NC. Blues Jam & Pisces Party. 9 pm. The Swiss Tacoma - Downtown. Maia Santell & House Blend. 8 pm. COMEDY/GAMES Willoughby's Restaurant and Lounge Yelm. Bar Bingo. 7 pm. NC. Harmon Tap Room Tacoma - Stadium District. Tap Room Trivia. $50 cash
