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August 23, 2012 at 4:15am

5 Things To Do Today: Free Car Wash, Sip 'n' Sew, Evergreen State Fair, Fantasy Football and Vans Get Out and Do Something

Legendary skaters John Cartiel and Ray Barbee will be at the Vans store in Olympia today

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1. Brown Bear will be giving away free “Bear Essential” car washes at all of their automated “tunnel wash” locations in the Puget Sound area. Brown Bear Car Wash will add sparkle to thousands of cars and trucks as the Seattle-based, family-owned company offers free washes to celebrate its 55th anniversary. Over the last six years, the Seattle-based company has washed over 130,000 cars during its annual free car wash days. Visit www.brownbear.com for a list of participating locations.

2. Inspired by the work of Marie Watt, make your own felted wine bag and learn about textile craft. Each special workshop costs $45 ($35 for members) and includes all supplies, hors d’oeuvres, and beverage pairing(s).5:30 p.m. Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave., 253.272.4258.

3. Pig racing, lumberjack show, Aztec dancing, kid's activities and even a texting contest – these are a few of the highlights of opening day at the Evergreen State Fair. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe.

4. Join 710 ESPN Seattle for the inaugural John Clayton Fantasy Football Camp. all guests will participate in a special 710 ESPN Fantasy Football Draft. The winner is crowned the 710 ESPN Seattle Fantasy Football Champion for 2012, receives a trophy and $1,000 cash. John Clayton Fantasy Football Camp is brought to you by 710 ESPN Seattle, and ESPN Fantasy Football, and Coors Light. Note this is a 21+ event. Dress code enforced. Please no hats, sleeveless shirts or skull caps. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/267294. 7 p.m. $25, Emerald Queen Casino, 2024 E. 29th St. Tacoma, 888.831.7655.

5. Join legendary Vans pro skateboarders Ray Barbee and John Cardiel for live music, art and good times. Ray and the Mattson 2 will be performing live, followed by Cardiel spinning his favorite music. Greg "Pnut" Galinsky will also be in the scene sharing his artistic flavor. 4 p.m. Vans will be giving away a Fender guitar and tons of other prizes from sponsors. Vans Store, Westfield Capitol Mall, 625 Black Lake Blvd., Olympia.

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