Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County seniors fully claimed their 2024 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits, marking a first-time achievement in response to elevated demand. ThurstonTalk
- ➤ Olympia and Tumwater announce temporary street closures for infrastructure improvements and utility work. JOLT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Evergreen State College celebrated 43 student-athletes earning spots on the Fall 2024 U.S. Bank Cascade Collegiate Conference Academic All-Conference list. ThurstonTalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Olympia City officials propose increased utility rates, permit, and impact fees for the 2025 budget to fund infrastructure and municipal services. JOLT
- ➤ Thurston County announces voter registration deadlines for the November 5 General Election, emphasizing online and in-person options. ThurstonTalk
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. L. Anthony Agtarap will retire from Olympia Orthopaedic Associates on December 31, 2024, after a distinguished career starting in 1997, ensuring his patients' care continuity. ThurstonTalk
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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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Aimee Mann with Special Guest Jonathan Coulton
Experience an enchanting night of music featuring Aimee Mann, a distinguished singer-songwriter acclaimed for her profound albums and Grammy wins, alongside special guest Jonathan Coulton.
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Explore Wastewater Science at the WET Science Center
Learn about wastewater chemistry through hands-on activities like building molecules, using microscopes, and testing water samples.
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Factor Chandelier Concert
Experience an exciting live performance by Factor Chandelier at the popular Wild Man Brewing Gastropub in Olympia.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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