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Weekly Volcano staff on September 20th, 2012
Fall 2012 is bringing a full lineup of shows to the venues of Tacoma-from the Broadway Center to the city's many smaller theatres to the Tacoma Dome. Opera? You got it. Broadway shows? You got it. Holiday events? Yeah, you got that too. But be forewarned, the best that the
Music Features & Columns
Weekly Volcano staff on August 4th, 2012
The Grays Harbor County Fair announced its musical lineup and other entertainment acts this week, and it features several great acts.
Charlie Daniels and the Charlie Daniels Band will take the stage at 8 p.m. Aug. 8. Daniels is probably best known for his hit "The Devil Went Down to Georgia,"
Scene It
Weekly Volcano staff on June 21st, 2012
Its that time of year when watermelon starts filling up the large bins outside of grocery stores. Which is good news because we are thristy for a Watermelon Gin Fizz. Ingredients needed are, of course, watermelon, plus gin, lime juice, ginger ale, and lime wedges for
Cup Check
Weekly Volcano staff on June 21st, 2012
Judging by our weather, the weekend forecast isn't looking too hot. Don't let this discourage you. This week, we bring you an indoor drinking game. A twist on a childhood favorite, we present Battle Shots! Rules are much like Battle Ship, however instead of
Cup Check
Weekly Volcano staff on June 15th, 2012
Fingers crossed, if the weather is nice this weekend, we will be playing Dropsy Drinksy. The game is fairly simple. Everyone stands in a circle around a keg ( Cups filled with beer can be used if you don't have a keg). One person starts by
SouthSoundland
Weekly Volcano staff on June 12th, 2012
We bet you can't wait for the fall elections. You are anxious to cast your vote, if for no other reason than to shut up all of the politicians and talking heads on CNN and FOX.
To help you limber up for the national elections, we present a much more important
SouthSoundland
Weekly Volcano staff on June 9th, 2012
After garnering much praise in 2010 from our inaugural Sexy Issue, we brought it back for another run in 2011.
We found out it was just as smoking hot.
That's the case again this year - as evidenced by the extremely attractive people that grace the pages of our fine rag.
Throughout the
Cup Check
Weekly Volcano staff on June 8th, 2012
What could be better than Frisbee? A beer and Frisbee! We first took notice of this game when we saw neighbors setting up tall poles with beer bottles on top. We immediately assumed it was the poor kids version of a Tiki torch. Come to find out, it
Food Matters
Weekly Volcano staff on May 18th, 2012
Dirty Oscar's Annex chef Aaron Grissom has transformed his menu, filling it with locally grown spring flavors. Aaron pointed to his new sandwich, the Muffaletta, as a shining example. Stacked with, house-smoked salami, ham, mortadella, green olive tapanesca, peppered tomato, havarti, and served on focaccia bread
Sipping Out
Weekly Volcano staff on May 16th, 2012
Friday, May 18th
Hestia Cellars Tasting at Grand Vin Wine Merchants. 1003 4th Avenue East Olympia,WA 98506 (360) 350- 4896. 5:00pm- 7:00pm.
SipFest at Pickering Barn. 1730 10th Avenue NW Issaquah,WA. 6:30- 9:30pm.
Saturday, May 19th
Historic Monroe Wine Walk. 111 W. Main St. Monroe,WA 98272 425-208-2770.5:00pm-8:00pm
COR Cellars Tasting at Grand Vin Wine Merchants.1003
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Weekly Volcano staff on April 2nd, 2013
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For the last two weeks we presented you with a compelling question: what is the best sandwich in the South Sound? And you have responded in droves. Sick days have been used. Friendships have fallen apart. Meat slicers and cashiers seeking comfort in
Walkie Talkie Blog
Weekly Volcano staff on July 25th, 2012
1. Bring the whole family out for a fun, family golf evening at the short William's Nine course at Meadow Park in Lakewood. Fees include a special bag tag for adults, and free golf balls & hot dog for the kids. Adult and youth golf equipment available
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Weekly Volcano staff on July 20th, 2012
In the first of a series of live music events throughout the summer, Tacoma's Freighthouse Square will host a live performance Saturday evening by recording artist and Northwest native Shyan Selah.
The event is the culmination of a community partnership between Freighthouse Square and The Gap at Tacoma Mall. The concert
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Weekly Volcano staff on July 20th, 2012
TGIF!
1. Bring your picnic supper and the whole family and participate in games, music and dancing of the mid-1800s during 19th Century Family Night at Fort Nisqually in Point Defiance Park. Kids of all ages will enjoy the special firings of the Candy Cannon throughout the evening. Lemonade
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Weekly Volcano staff on July 18th, 2012
Reservations: Comcast's annual Bite of Seattle will take place this weekend! Fifty-plus Seattle area restaurants and 30+ food product companies will be participating in this year's event. Check out link below for more information including: times, directions, prices, schedules, and much more. www.comcastbiteofseattle.com/article_read.php?articleid=195
Reservations: Interested in learning how to
Walkie Talkie Blog
Weekly Volcano staff on July 16th, 2012
Cocktails: Want to meet master mixologists without leaving the 253? 1022 South knows how to bring the elixirs of life to, well, life. And Fod & Wine magazine knows this as well. 1022 South was recently featured on the magazine's blog. See the story on salt HERE.
Reservations: Join Tacoma Nosh
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Weekly Volcano staff on July 11th, 2012
1. The Mandolin Cafe is retiring to South Sound history, but before it does, you can take part in the last four days of live music and events. Starting tonight, here's the final count-down plan: Dave Berry & Friends Thu. 12. July (7:00pm-9:00pm), Fang Chia &
Walkie Talkie Blog
Weekly Volcano staff on July 3rd, 2012
Happy Tuesday
1. The City of Lacey is getting an early jump on the 4th of July with fireworks scheduled for this evening. The rockets red glare at William A Bush Park, 4400 Chardonnay Dr. SE., Lacey. Expect the show to dazzle around dusk.
2. If it's Tuesday, it
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Weekly Volcano staff on June 13th, 2012
No need to feel fat in your bikini this Summer when Crystal light has made it possible to be a skinny lush. Crystal light is back for the summer with their Mocktail Packets available in three low calorie flavors: margarita, appletini, and mojito. Each packet, at a slimming 5 calories,
Walkie Talkie Blog
Weekly Volcano staff on June 4th, 2012
This article is a yarn about a woman who began a business in order to bring happiness to others.
The Green Pepper Art Company is a knitting and jewelry concern that Melanie Simpson began in 2005.
"I started the company because I enjoy knitting and working with jewelry and because
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