Open Space for Arts & Community

Open Space for Arts & Community Open Space is where Vashon gathers to celebrate the unbreakable bond between arts and community. art . heart .

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Vashon's venue for music, theatre, community gatherings and more.

Heading into the fall with a stacked lineup of events — with something for everyone, we hope to see you all! More inform...
09/03/2026

Heading into the fall with a stacked lineup of events — with something for everyone, we hope to see you all! More information and tickets for all of these events can be found at the link in bio 🎟️

08/19/2026

Open Space for Arts & Community is part of Folklife's Our Big Neighborhood, and they would love for you all to support their Blessing Bled Chimanga show this Thursday at 7:30pm on Vashon Island!

An internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean musician, singer, and songwriter, celebrated for his electrifying stage presence and remarkable talent as a multi-instrumentalist. A virtuoso on the marimba, drums, and vocals, Blessing seamlessly blends Afro-jazz, traditional Zimbabwean sounds, and contemporary rhythms to create music that resonates globally.

This performance will also feature Vashon guitarist Bruce Phares, so we hope to see you there at Open Space!

String & Shadow Puppet Theater presents “Night at the Grand Opera”Thursday July 30th7:30 PMTickets at the link in bio.To...
07/29/2026

String & Shadow Puppet Theater presents “Night at the Grand Opera”
Thursday July 30th
7:30 PM
Tickets at the link in bio.

Tomorrow night is String and Shadow Puppet Theater’s performance of A Night at the Grand Opera. It’s a frenzied romp through one wild night in an old European opera house with giant puppets and zany costumes galore!

String and Shadow Puppet Theater’s mission is to create high-quality, accessible, all-ages theater that nurtures the imagination, sparks joy, and strengthens community through the expansive art forms of puppetry and storytelling.

This is an outdoor show, and chairs will not be provided -- please bring your own blanket or lawn chairs.

Dingolay | Folklife Friday #6Friday July 3rd6:30 Doors | 7:30 ShowTickets at the link in bio!Dance, twist and turn!Ding...
06/29/2026

Dingolay | Folklife Friday #6
Friday July 3rd
6:30 Doors | 7:30 Show
Tickets at the link in bio!

Dance, twist and turn!
Dingolay features the steel pans of Trinidad performing a variety of Afro-Caribbean dance music, including calypso, soca and salsa.

It’s gonna be a hot summer, and we’re not just talking about the weather! 🔥 >> More info and tickets at the link in our ...
06/24/2026

It’s gonna be a hot summer, and we’re not just talking about the weather! 🔥

>> More info and tickets at the link in our bio

Ghost Boat Theater Presents: One Thing After AnotherJune 26th | Show 7:30June 27th | Show 7:30June 28th | Show 2:00 June...
06/24/2026

Ghost Boat Theater Presents: One Thing After Another
June 26th | Show 7:30
June 27th | Show 7:30
June 28th | Show 2:00
June 28th | Show 7:30

Established in 2025, Ghost Boat Theater is based on Vashon Island, Washington.
Ghost Boat Theater brings together theater and music to create rich and resonant artistic experiences that inspire conversation and reflection, building communion between theater makers and audiences on Vashon Island.

These photos are from Ghost Boat rehearsals as they prepare for their inagural show, which opens June 26. The opening night audience will be invited to join the producers and cast for a special post-play celebration!

Dingolay | Folklife Friday #6Friday July 3rd6:30 Doors | 7:30 ShowTickets at the link in bio!Dingolay means to dance, t...
06/22/2026

Dingolay | Folklife Friday #6
Friday July 3rd
6:30 Doors | 7:30 Show
Tickets at the link in bio!

Dingolay means to dance, twist and turn in elaborate movements, symbolising the culture and language of the ancestors of the people of Trinidad and Tobago." Founded by Shannon K. Dudley, UW Chair of Ethnomusicology, Dingolay is a result of his deep study of the steel pans and the music and cultures of Trinidad and Tobago.

Pride Stories and Songs with Sylvia O'StayformoreSaturday, June 20, 202611:30am–12:15pmThe Vashon Library and Open Space...
06/18/2026

Pride Stories and Songs with Sylvia O'Stayformore
Saturday, June 20, 2026
11:30am–12:15pm

The Vashon Library and Open Space for Arts & Community invite you to Pride Stories and Songs with Sylvia O'Stayformore.

Join special guest Auntie Sylvia O'Stayformore for stories and songs that celebrate our Vashon LGBTQIA+ community and make a fun accessory to celebrate Pride!

In partnership with Open Space for Arts & Community.

All ages welcome with adult.
Registration not required.

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18870 103rd Avenue SW
Vashon, WA
98070

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Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

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