Summer is finally here! Okay, maybe just for today. As I write this column it is sunny and the high will be 74 degrees however rain is forecasted (again!) for the weekend. I’ll happily take 74; I will be traveling to Texas this weekend where it has already hit the 100s (yes that is plural). Still, I am in the mood for summer and thankfully, so is the nonprofit news.
Summer Library News
To discover all the fun activities and in-person programming go to www.trl.org ALL ages (not just the kids) can receive a FREE book for participating and earn a second book by completing an activity log.
Olympia Indie Music History Project
The Olympia Heritage Commission is launching a two-year project to document, preserve and present the history of Olympia's late 20th-century “Indie” independent music scene with a focus on the 1980s to the early 2000s.
The city is currently seeking a research consultant or historian to support research and documentation. If you are interested, bids are due next Monday, June 13. A description of the work and the timeline along with instructions to bidders is available here.
Fresh fruits and vegetables
Since we moved to the area, we have made it a point to go to a local farmers' market every week and to eat whatever is in season. We also participate in a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, which provides fresh vegetables from a local farm every week. (Thanks to this we now know about kohlrabi). You can learn more about CSA programs here.
In the meantime, check out these local farmer’s markets. In addition to locally grown fruits and vegetables most also offer local arts and crafts, music, food trucks and you may even catch a Yoga session.
Virtual volunteer orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters
Have you ever considered being a Big Brother or Big Sister? If so, join a virtual volunteer orientation on June 8 -- that's tomorrow -- from 5:30 – 6:00 pm and learn more about volunteering in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Sign up here.
Puget Sound Estuarium programs in full swing
Madison Mad Dash is Back!
The Madison Mad Dash is an annual 5k and 2.5k race at scenic Capitol Lake in downtown Olympia. This event is a fundraiser for the Madison Elementary PTO, which provides enrichment opportunities for students and crucial support to teachers. The fast, flat lap or two is great for experienced runners, walkers, and newcomers alike. To register and for more details go here.
Soliciting your ideas
If you know of a nonprofit that is doing something great, celebrating a success, needs some outstanding volunteers, or hosting an event, let me know! This column (aside from a little education) celebrates nonprofits!
Mary Beth Harrington, CVA (Certified Volunteer Administrator) lives in Tumwater. She travels the country speaking at conferences and to individual organizations articulating issues facing nonprofits. Send your ideas to her at MaryBeth@theJOLTnews.com
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