Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Experience Olympia and Beyond announced Tuesday that its executive director Michael Day left less than three months after his early July start—his final day was Monday, Aug.
25. The nonprofit that promotes tourism and supports local businesses in Thurston County will now begin a national search for new leadership.
🎓 Education
South Puget Sound Community College will work with the Aspen Institute in a three-year plan to update its programs so students can get higher paying jobs—The college announced on Aug.
21 that it joined the Unlocking Opportunity network with 54 other colleges and 10 pilot institutions.
🏛️ Government
The City of Olympia has issued a request for proposals for experienced lobbyists to advance its priorities in the 2026 legislative session — proposals are due by Sept.
22 at 4 p.m., finalist interviews will be held in October, and the selected firm will begin work in November on a contract not exceeding $49,922 per year.
🎉 Olympia Events
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Wall-E Paint-n-Sip Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Insert Coin Olympia — All materials included — Create art inspired by beloved robots Wall-E and Eve while enjoying your favorite drinks.
Coyote Island Live Performance
7:30-11 p.m. — Wild Child — $17.06 — Experience the electric sound of Coyote Island blending folk and psychedelic indie vibes.
Free Introduction to Square Dancing
6:30-8:15 p.m. — Lac-A-Do Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening of friendly square dancing with no experience necessary.
End of Summer Dance Party at Nicole's Bar
8 PM - 12 AM — Nicole's Bar — Check for entry fees — Switchback 360 returns for a lively evening of dancing in Olympia's favorite bar.
ABBA Tribute with ABRA Cadabra
7:30-9 p.m. — Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Dance and sing to ABBA's greatest hits performed live by a renowned tribute band.
September Book Club Meeting: Warblers & Woodpeckers
4:30-6 p.m. — Browsers Bookshop — Free entry — Dive into the avian adventures of a father-son duo as they embark on a Big Year of birding.
Brad Williams Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience one of the funniest comedians in the country as he delivers high-energy performances and insightful humor.
First Annual Oktoberfest
11 AM – 7 PM — Stone City Event Center — Details upcoming — Experience the vibrant Bavarian spirit with beer, brats, and lively contests.
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