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Sunday, May 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gov. Ferguson signed a law on May 17 that requires young drivers aged 16—21 to complete driver's education before they can receive a license. The rule applies statewide and is expected to improve road safety.  FOX13

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Melany Vorass Herrera leads urban foraging workshops in Olympia that show residents how to find and cook yard weeds like dandelions—offering a free way to boost nutrition and lower grocery bills. Her workshop at the local Food Co-Op and her book The Front Yard Forager give practical tips on gathering safe, pesticide-free greens.  ThurstonTalk

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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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.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

    9 a.m. — S&H Training Center — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills with comprehensive UML training over five days.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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  • 12th Annual Classic Car Show

    8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — O'Blarney's Irish Pub — $20 entry fee for car participants, free entry to enjoy the show and raffles — Celebrate Father's Day weekend with classic cars, prizes, and charity raffles.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle

    6:30-10:30 a.m. — Olympia High School — Registration required — An exciting opportunity for runners aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon or set a personal record.

    Sun, 6/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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