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Many visitors to Mount Rainier National Park will need reservations this summer to enter some of the park’s most popular areas.
From May 24 through Labor Day, most visitors entering the …
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by Laurel Demkovich, Washington State Standard
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2/5/24
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Tushita Kadampa Buddhist Center announced the addition of Kelsang Lhamo to its team.
A Buddhist practitioner for over 15 years, Lhamo takes on the role of Resident Teacher at Tushita Kadampa …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/5/24
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Some days, it’s hard to think of anything nice to say about February. There are things you’re expected to say, like “Crocuses are up!” or “Spring is coming!” But …
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The start of February will surely be full of funk and love!
International Guitar Night, Thursday, February 1, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
International Guitar Night brings you the world’s …
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2/1/24
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Ranchers have long argued that Washington laws should give them more flexibility and authority to kill wolves that threaten or attack livestock on their property.
They’re welcoming a …
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The Olympia City Council has selected local artist Abe Singer to create a new public art installation project at Grass Lake Nature Park.
During a meeting on January 23, the city council approved …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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1/29/24
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Soup is a welcome meal during these chilly, wet days. One favorite is Hungarian Mushroom soup that is warm, comforting, flavorful and satisfying. The Northwest is blessed with abundant mushrooms. I …
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) updated the public on the Rural Transit Program , with senior planner Amy Hatch-Winecka presenting on recent enhancements, including extending service …
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Let us brace ourselves for January’s last hurray!
1970s Boogie Down Dance, Friday, January 26, 2 – 5 p.m. There will be a time portal to the 70s with exceptionally decorated large …
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1/25/24
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Olympia Family Theater (OFT) announced their next production, "Barney Carey Gets His Wings," slated to run from February 23 to March 17 at the company's theater in downtown Olympia.
The story …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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1/23/24
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In cold, rainy winter months it is sometimes difficult to get outside for family activities. One of my favorite January projects with my children, when they were young, was to prepare food together, …
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By Shannon Beigert
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1/22/24
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Check out some of the fun events planned for this weekend and next week.
Presentation on Tanzanian Schools, Saturday, January 20, 2 – 3:30 p.m. The Chipole Connection …
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1/18/24
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With around 20,000 people dying of covid in the United States since the start of October, and tens of thousands more abroad, the covid pandemic clearly isn’t over. However, the crisis response …
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“I wanna climb into a microwave and turn it on high,” said Chris early last Saturday morning, as he stood shivering in front of SK Market on Washington Street NE in Downtown …
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There are still a lot of local events in January waiting to be unveiled.
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1/11/24
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To foster a supportive community for parents navigating the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting infants, the Thurston County Maternal Childhood Health program has announced regular …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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1/8/24
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Happy New Year!
I can’t believe we are already into the second week of January! My recipe this week is a family favorite, Eggplant Parmesan. It is the perfect comfort food for chilly days …
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By Shannon Beigert
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1/8/24
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Her childhood was a bit of a paradox – one that she described as poor but beautiful.
“I appreciate my upbringing because it makes me the person I am today,” said Maria …
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The new year’s fun is on. Make sure to tag your family and friends for the following local events.
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1/4/24
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Providence St. Peter Hospital recently announced its first baby delivered for the year.
Freya Jeanne Meisling was born 48 minutes into the new year at seven pounds, 14 ounces, and 19 inches …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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1/2/24
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