Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
Good morning, Olympia.
🏛️ Government
The Olympia City Council on Sept.
30 approved a plan to raise revenue for the 2026 operating budget by boosting the Business and Occupation tax and starting a public safety sales tax to close a $6.5 million gap. Staff will update on the plan on Oct. 14 — a move meant to keep essential services intact.
Traffic signals at Pacific Avenue SE and Fones Road SE went into flashing mode Oct.
1 as crews began nighttime work on the Fones Road Corridor Project—officers direct traffic and advise motorists to use alternate routes during work hours from 7 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.
🎉 Olympia Events
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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.
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.
Leaning Maple Brunch
5-9 p.m. — The Leaning Maple — $12-$24 for a waffle dish — Enjoy live piano music while savoring gluten-free waffles on this festive day.
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