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Tuesday, October 15th, 2024
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Interfaith Works marks its 50th anniversary with notable achievements including adopting a shared executive leadership model and launching Sandy's Flats, their first permanent supportive housing project, signifying continued growth and commitment to social justice. ThurstonTalk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County deputies seek public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a sexual assault and burglary near Olympia. South Sound News
- ➤ Five juveniles were arrested for burglarizing a cannabis dispensary in Tumwater, using stolen cars for the crime and leading police on a chase that ended with a crash into a water retention pond. South Sound News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 16th Annual Native American Art Exhibition at the Leonor R. Fuller Gallery, titled 'Honoring Ancestors and Embracing Our Culture in the Modern World,' explores themes of ancestral honor, healing, and cultural preservation. JOLT
- ➤ A guide to visiting the most elaborately decorated houses for Halloween in and around Olympia, Thurston County, featuring attractions like skeleton pirates and the Sanderson sisters. ThurstonTalk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NOVA Middle School is holding virtual and in-person Previews for families to explore its specialized programs for highly capable students in grades 6-8. ThurstonTalk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Puget Sound Energy plans to rebuild and expand the Eld Inlet substation to improve safety and reliability, including wildfire protections, with construction starting in early 2025. JOLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mason Health joins the third cohort of TeamBirth to enhance collaborative care during childbirth, in partnership with Washington Hospital Association and Ariadne Labs. ThurstonTalk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Thurston High School boys football team secured their first victory over Timberline High School since 2015 with a 40-13 win, highlighted by both teams supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ThurstonTalk
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Olympia Curiosity Club: Exploring Culture
Engage in thoughtful discussions about culture and knowledge at the Olympia Curiosity Club's monthly dinner gathering, fostering open-minded dialogue in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Community Worship Night: Making Joyful Noise
Experience an electrifying evening of worship featuring a dynamic band and an inspirational choir, uniting the community in song and praise.
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2024 Annual Meeting of the Pacific Northwest Chapter of Freshwater Science
Learn about important freshwater science topics and connect with fellow professionals at the Pacific Northwest Chapter's 2024 Annual Meeting.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
Experience a captivating Candlelight concert featuring Vivaldi's renowned Four Seasons performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a stunning, candlelit setting at Hillside Farms.
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Fundamentals of Physical Comedy Intensive with Anne Zander
Learn the art of physical comedy through a weekend intensive focused on body awareness, vulnerability, and audience connection, taught by accomplished instructor Anne Zander.
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Explore Urban Birding at Puget Sound Estuarium
Experience a guided urban birding walk in Olympia, where participants will observe various bird species and learn about their adaptation to city environments.
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Havokfest 2024: Defier Metal Festival
Experience a thrilling night of metal music at Havokfest, featuring headliner Fallstar, at Wild Man Brewing in Olympia, WA.
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Swashbuckling Bingo Night
Experience an exciting evening of themed bingo with costume contests, cash prizes, and a variety of on-site refreshments.
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In The Beyond Women's Retreat - A Healing Retreat in Nature
Experience a transformative retreat focused on self-trust and healing through therapy, yoga, and community connection among women in a natural setting.
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Zack Medlin Live: A Free Indie Folk Experience
Experience heartfelt indie folk music from Zack Medlin, a talented singer/songwriter from Olympia inspired by contemporary legends.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest teacher is your last mistake.
~ Ryan Holiday
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