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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Relay for Life of Thurston County presented by TwinStar Credit Union will return to North Thurston High School on June 21-22 to mark 40 years since the event began in 1985 while offering themed laps, on-field activities, food trucks—car show, and a Luminaria Ceremony to honor those affected by cancer. Organizers will use the event to raise funds for cancer research and support, with over $300,000 already raised toward a $500,000 goal. ThurstonTalk
HOME NEWS
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Prairie Appreciation Day
7 AM – 12 PM — Glacial Heritage Preserve — Free entry — Explore the prairie ecosystem through engaging activities and expert-led bird walks.
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Solarize Thurston Workshop
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Olympia Timberland Library — Free entry — Discover solar energy options and get answers from local experts.
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Caitlin Jemma Live
7-11 p.m. — Cryptatropa Bar — $10 cover — Experience heartfelt country music from a small-town girl with a big sound.
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Ethan Tucker Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience soulful acoustic roots and bluesy vocals from Ethan Tucker.
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Cameron Carpenter Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the artistry of the world's most visible organist, a trailblazer in the classical music scene.
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Jen Howard Live Performance
7 PM - 1 AM — Rhythms Coffee — Check online for ticket prices — Experience the soulful sounds of multi-instrumentalist Jen Howard in a cozy coffee venue.
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Green Spring Cleaning
10 AM - 4 PM — WET Science Center — Free event — Create eco-friendly cleaning products for a healthier home and planet.
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