What’s Happening for Nov. 10
Tuesday (Nov. 10)
Film in the Capitol: In honor of Veterans Day, watch the movie “Honor & Sacrifice,” which tells the story of a Japanese immigrant family’s experiences in World War II. The film will be shown at noon in the State Reception Room of the Legislative Building. Information or RSVP: info@sos.wa.gov or 360-902-4171. Seating is limited. Light refreshments will be served, and copies of the film will be available to buy.
Schmidt House tour: The next free guided tour of Tumwater’s historic Schmidt House with longtime employee Bob Crim will be at 11 a.m. (doors open at 10:45) at Schmidt House, 330 Schmidt Place, Tumwater. Call 360-786-8117 or email history@olytumfoundation.org to reserve a spot.
Nov. 11/Veterans Day
Reading of the names: The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. at the Vietnam War Memorial on the Capitol Campus and continues until all names are read. The Sacajawea Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, in partnership with United States Department of Defense 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War Commemoration Committee, is hosting the reading aloud of each of the names of the KIA/MIA appearing on the panels at the Vietnam War Memorial.
Buffalo Soldiers in America: The Washington State Historical Society, in partnership with the Buffalo Soldiers Museum, will host a presentation about the history of the Buffalo Soldiers in America, particularly in the Northwest. The program is the keynote presentation of a Veterans Day ceremony that runs from 1-3 p.m. at the Washington State History Museum,1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. This Veterans Day observance and admission to the Washington State History Museum on Veterans Day are free for all veterans. Admission is $11 for adults, $8 for student and seniors, and free for children ages 5 and younger.
War Memorial Walk: Steve Pogge, with Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation, will lead a tour from 9:30 a.m.-noon of the seven major war memorials on the Capitol Campus. Learn how each one came into being and some little-known facts about the artists and interpretation behind the pieces. Tour fee is $15. Register by calling 360-753-8380. Location details provided upon registration. Good walking shoes are suggested because the tour covers about a mile.
Thursday
“Naturescaping for Water & Wildlife”: 6-9 pm, at the Lacey Community Center, 6729 Pacific Ave. SE. This free class teaches how to turn your yard into a year-round landscape that attracts birds, butterflies and other small animals, while reducing maintenance and using less water. An optional follow-up class in March will provide expert help reviewing participants’ landscape plans. Free, but registration is required: streamteam.info or 360-867-2167.
Friday
Korean-Era Veterans Salute ceremony: America’s Corps is hosting a Korean-Era Veterans Salute ceremony to honor Korean War and Korean War-era veterans at 10 a.m. at Watkins Field. The ceremony is open to the public through the DuPont Gate, Interstate 5 Exit 119, gate opens at 9 a.m. for all non-DOD card holders who want to attend. Events include interactive displays with soldiers and equipment from 7th Infantry Division and 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command. Retired Army Maj. Gen. John Hemphill and Korean Consul General Moon Duk-ho are the guest speakers. Lt. Gen. Stephen Lanza, 1st Corps commanding general, will preside over the salute ceremony. For more information, call the 593rd ESC Public Affairs Office at 253-967-6939.
Saturday
Lacey Lamplighters Lions annual garage sale: The biggest fundraiser of the year is from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in Hallen Hall at Sacred Heart Church, 812 Bowker St. SE, Lacey. Includes old and new furniture, electronics, gifts, household items, Christmas items, clothes, books, and much more. Information: Dorothy Payne, 360-456-0395 or 360-951-2202.
The Gravity Quartet: In concert at 8 p.m. at the Eagles Lounge, 805 Fourth Ave. E., Olympia. Doors open at 7 p.m. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $15, advance tickets $10 at thegravityquartet.brownpapertickets.com.
Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary bake sale: “A Winter Wonderland” bake sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Salvation Army, 1505 Fourth Ave. E., Olympia. Information: 360-491-2643.
For additional listings, go to theolympian.com/news/local.
This story was originally published November 9, 2015 at 9:15 PM with the headline "What’s Happening for Nov. 10."