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Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington will host a Saturday, Sept. 13 fundraising gala at South Puget Sound Community College — Building 27 to expand its youth mentorship programs with appetizers, auctions, and a 1920s-themed murder mystery show aimed at raising $200,000. The event will support mentoring expansion into neighboring counties. JOLT
- ➤ Local farms in Olympia will open several pumpkin patches and corn mazes for the 2025 fall season. The attractions include family events (starting with NW Glass on September 13, Rutledge from September 20, Hunter from September 27, Schilter from September 27, Pigman’s from October 1, and Crossroads from October 11) that offer corn mazes, hayrides and other seasonal activities for all ages. ThurstonTalk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Detectives in Thurston County arrested a suspect in a 2021 homicide case involving Amanda Green, an indigenous woman reported missing, after the suspect cooperated by leading investigators to a shallow grave near Mount Raineir in Lewis County—human remains were recovered and identification is pending. FOX13
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Silent Movie: Chaplin's The Gold Rush
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — $18-$20 — Experience the charm of silent cinema with Chaplin’s classic, accompanied by live organ music.
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PNW Fungi Basics Crash Course
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Nisqually Reach Nature Center — Interactive course — Explore the fascinating world of fungi and mushrooms with hands-on training and expert guidance.
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Ethics of Simple Self-Care in Nature Workshop
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM — The ONE Center — $199.00 — Explore the healing power of nature while earning law and ethics continuing education credits.
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Ethan Tucker Live at The Pig Bar
7-11 p.m. — The Pig Bar — Tickets available — Experience Ethan Tucker's soulful acoustic roots and bluesy vocals in a lively setting.
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