Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
Good morning, Olympia.
🎭 Culture
Mike Ballmes, a retired craftsman and veteran from Olympia, is building a 14-foot wooden kayak in his shop known as Opa’s Garage plus he also crafts custom surfboards and leather items with care and humor.
He may sell the matching pair of his 14-foot and finished 17-foot kayaks for $25,000 if he finds a buyer who values his work.
🏛️ Government
Suffragist Susan B. Anthony visited Olympia in 1871 to speak before the Washington Territorial Legislature after dining with local supporters at the Bigelow House Museum.
She traveled by boat, train, and stagecoach — her diary noted the rough roads — and her clear arguments for women's voting rights helped spur future reform efforts.
🎉 Olympia Events
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Capital Lakefair
Ongoing — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Explore carnival rides, food booths, crafts, and enjoy live entertainment at this vibrant family-friendly festival.
Switchback 360 at Capital Lakefair
8:30 p.m. — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Experience live music from Switchback 360 under the stars after the parade.
Kaitie Wade Concert at Urraco Coffee Co
6-12 p.m. — Urraco Coffee Co — Entry TBA — Enjoy a night of pop-country tunes from Seattle's own Kaitie Wade as she showcases her artistry.
The Rookery Apartments Open House
Explore Tumwater's premier Net Zero luxury apartment community and be among the first to reserve one of the six available units at The Rookery. The address is 6504 Capitol Blvd SE, Tumwater, WA. Just follow the signs to find the entrance off Z Street!
Beatles vs Stones - A Musical Showdown
7:30-9 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate musical clash between two legendary bands in a lively performance.
17th Annual Olympia Pub Crawl
3-8 p.m. — Nicole's Bar — $25 until August 1st, $30 day of event — A fun walking tour of local pubs supporting childhood cancer research and family support.
Dream Create: A Half-Day Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — Kenneydell Park — Workshop fee applies — Engage in creating a dream art journal amidst nature in Olympia, WA.
Scherler Sundays: Free Concert Series
3-7 p.m. — Carnegie Library — Free entry — Enjoy a fantastic lineup of over 30 independent bands in a family-friendly, outdoor setting.
Fish, Forage, Fire!
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Squaxin Park — Cost not specified — Dive into fishing, archery, and foraging skills at this outdoor camp.
🏠 Olympia Real Estate
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