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Hello and welcome new friends and old friends!
We are a group of friendly South Sounder, who are looking to expand our circle of friends.
Are you new to the area? Would you like to expand your circle of friends? Is your life full or too much work and little play? Has Covid-19 got you down and looking for ways to connect and stay active?
Then we are the group for you! Even if you have lived here your whole life and would like to meet more people, then why not give us a try. This club is a collaborative, volunteer driven project. We like many activities such as hiking, walking, bird watching, cycling, movie watching, reading books, cooking and sharing meals, dancing, bowling, and many other things.
If you’ve ever thought to yourself “I’d love to see that new movie but don’t want to go alone,” "I want to try this activity but don't know anyone," "I want to hike, bike, or ...., you fill in the blank, than this is a good place to post the event and see who else is just dying to see that very movie or try that activity. We'd love to get you out on the trails, out to the movies, welcome to our group.
Our sister organization is the Olympia Hiking and Outdoor Recreation Group, if you’re interested in hiking, snowshoeing, bicycling, camping, or other adventures, be sure to stop by and check us out.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Film: The Blues Brothers at the Capitol TheaterCapitol Theater, Olympia, WA
It’s The Blues Brothers. If you haven’t seen it on the big screen, now’s your chance. Also for those who saw it on the big screen when it first came out in 19 mumble-mumble, now’s the chance to see if it stood the test of time. :)
Either way it will be fun.
The Olympia Film Society is showing The Blues Brothers as a staff pick and the OFS executive said “I hope to share something a little raunchy, funny, and a true triumph for the underdog, while also celebrating the essence of friendship. This movie will make you want to stand up and cheer!”
This is how the Olympia Film Society describes the film:
After his release from prison, Jake (John Belushi) reunites with his brother, Elwood (Dan Aykroyd) — collectively known as the “Blues Brothers.” Jake’s first task is to save the orphanage the brothers grew up in from closing, by raising $5,000 to pay back taxes. The two are convinced they can earn the money by getting their old band back together. However, after playing several gigs and making a few enemies, including the police, the brothers face daunting odds to deliver the money on time.
Both the critics and the film viewers at Rotten Tomatoes love this movie. The critics give it a 71% on the Tomatometer while audiences rates 92% on the Popcornmeter—so we might consider it a People’s Choice.
Come along Thursday, Aug. 28, 7 p.m. There will be soda, and popcorn and your very own, narrow, squeaky seat (no cup holders provided). You’ll also be able to get a beer or a cider—and why not?
If you need other reasons to come out and see it, it is being shown at the Capitol Theater where you can get beer with your popcorn and feel good about supporting the Olympia Film Society.
The movie starts at 7 p.m.., but the box office opens at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets are $13 and cannot be bought online. The Capitol Theater is old style which means you buy your tickets at the box office and there's no assigned seating—although every time I've been there, there are plenty of places to sit.
I plan to arrive around 6:40, linger around outside for a few minutes, and then get my ticket and be seated in the theater with my popcorn and beverage by about 6:50. I generally try to sit in the middle of the theater on the first floor.
Also, a post-movie beverage and/or dessert at The Spar is a possibility if anyone is interested.
Note: I am cross listing this event on other Meetups.
