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Saturday, November 2nd, 2024

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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The article highlights various holiday volunteering opportunities in Thurston County, including Adopt-A-Family programs, food drives, and bell ringing, to support local non-profits and community members.  ThurstonTalk
  • Oly on Ice, a festive ice-skating event hosted by City of Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation and Ice Rink Events, aims to ignite holiday spirit in downtown Olympia from November 22, 2024, through January 20, 2025.  ThurstonTalk

CULTURE NEWS

  • Jake Shimabukuro elevates the ukulele in a 'Holidays in Hawai’i' performance at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, blending traditional holiday tunes with Hawaiian flair.  ThurstonTalk

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Olympia Metropolitan Parks District proposes a $5.7 million budget for 2025 focusing on park maintenance, improved accessibility, and community projects, with a final vote set for November 19.  JOLT
  • Olympia's City Council plans a two-day 2025 Annual Retreat focusing on setting budget priorities, operational strategies, committee structures, and enhancing team cohesion.  JOLT

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Evergreen State College men's wrestling team kicks off its 2024-25 season with five matches at the Simpson Duals in Reding, California, on Nov. 2, competing against conference rivals and other teams.  ThurstonTalk
  • Peyton Rhyne, a senior defender, scored the decisive goal in The Evergreen State College's 1-0 victory over the University of Providence, marking her seventh goal of the season.  JOLT

EVENTS

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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.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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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.

    Wed, 11/6/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Factor Chandelier Concert

    Experience an exciting live performance by Factor Chandelier at the popular Wild Man Brewing Gastropub in Olympia.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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  • The Hip Hop Nutcracker

    Experience a vibrant holiday spectacle that reimagines Tchaikovsky's classic through hip hop dance, featuring a talented cast and special performances.

    Tue, 11/12/24

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  • Community Collage Drop-In Sessions

    Experience a creative evening of collage making in community with guided sessions and supplied materials at Three Magnets Brewing Co.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Cool Jazz Clean Water Festival featuring David Lee Joyner

    Experience an enriching day of jazz performances by local high school bands and support global clean water initiatives at this family-friendly festival.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Olympia Symphony: The Orchestra Games

    Experience an engaging, family-friendly concert that introduces the instruments of the orchestra through fun Olympic-style competitions and concludes with iconic video game music.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Seattle International Comedy Competition Semi-Finals

    Experience the laughter as up to 10 comedians compete in the semi-finals of the Seattle International Comedy Competition at the Washington Center.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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