Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
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🎭 Culture
A historic armory on a hill outside downtown Olympia began its transformation into a creative campus when local officials, artists and community members celebrated $19 million in interior upgrades—made to ensure the 43,000-square-foot space meets ADA standards—on Sept.
25. The city is partnering with eight anchor tenants and funding the work with state grants—city bonds and other public funds—as it works toward completing the first phase by mid-2027.
🏛️ Government
The City of Olympia's Land Use and Environment Committee endorsed proposed code changes on Sept.
25 to update rules for Briggs Village—boosting housing density and mixed-use options while keeping a full-service grocery store requirement of 9,200 square feet. Senior Planner Jackson Ewing presented the amendments, and members stressed that grocery store space must not be split to maintain community expectations.
🎉 Olympia Events
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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.
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.
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.
Tree & Fungi Identification Basics
1:30-4:00 p.m. — Rose Garden at Squaxin Park — $25 — Explore tree and fungi identification on a guided nature walk during the Fall Fungi Season.
DSHS Mobile Office Visit
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Olympia Timberland Library — Free service — Access food, cash, and medical benefits right in your community.
Ballet Northwest - Crescendo
7-10 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Adult: $45, Youth: $35 — Celebrate 55 years of dance with world premieres and performances from local ensembles.
Bodie's Light 5k Fun Run/Walk
10:00 AM – 11:30 PM — Heritage Park — Registration required — Participate in a fun run to support Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Mariachi Herencia de México Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of a bicultural mariachi band gaining acclaim across North America.
Grand Kyiv Ballet - Snow White
7-8:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting tale of Snow White through exquisite ballet performances.
Inside WonderLab: Exploring Nature's Hidden Worlds
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Discover the unseen mysteries of nature through stunning photography and engaging narratives.
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