Northern has vowed to provide Olympians a place to rock, no matter their age. In the venue's few months of existence it has delivered a healthy portion of local and touring bands. This week the Bowerbirds will be landing in Northern's cozy little nest to sow the seeds of their Americana love. Floating and drifting, sweet and lovely, Bowerbirds encourage a step back in time, and a step back into one's self. Their simple medley of accordion, mandolin and clear blue vocals seem to transfer the heart of their North Carolina roots straight to your soul. Don't be surprised if you find yourself hand writing a letter to your grandma or preparing loaves of sourdough bread from scratch after you catch this show - which will also include local legend Calvin Johnson.

[Northern, with Julie Doiron and Calvin Johnson, 8 p.m., all ages, $8, 321 Fourth Ave., Olympia, www.northernolympia.org]