Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
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🏘️ Community
Gibson’s Custom Meats in Olympia is working with community members to provide quality meat boxes for families in need ahead of winter; over 350 families have already benefited from the program, which started in early November and received more than 500 donations.
Lead butcher Chris Calloway said the pay-it-forward program+ designed to help during rising meat prices may continue after the holidays.
🏛️ Government
The Olympia City Council approved a $30,000 emergency donation to the Thurston County Food Bank on Tuesday, Nov.
18 to help families face food shortages after SNAP benefits were suspended. The city allocated $15,000 each from the Council Goal Fund and the City Manager’s Contingency Fund — council members will review long-term strategies at upcoming planning retreats.
🎉 Olympia Events
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The Nutcracker by Studio West Dance Theatre
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the magic of the holiday classic with stunning performances and enchanting festivities.
The Ultimate Christmas Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed — An irreverent and heartwarming journey through holiday traditions with the Reduced Shakespeare Company.
Colbie Caillat and Gavin DeGraw Holiday Concert
7-9 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an unforgettable evening of holiday favorites and chart-topping hits from two beloved artists.
Masterworks Choral Ensemble - Holding The Light
7:30-9 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Cost Info — Experience a holiday concert filled with music that brings peace, love, and community.
WSHFC Sponsored Homebuyer Education Class
12-5 p.m. — Evergreen Home Loans Olympia NMLS 1220839 — Free entry — Learn all you need to know about buying your dream home with expert guidance and helpful tips.
The Nutcracker by Ballet Northwest
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a beloved holiday tradition with stunning performances and magical scenes.
The Nutcracker by Ballet Northwest
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical holiday classic with stunning performances and enchanting sets.
The Nutcracker by Ballet Northwest
7:30-9 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a beloved holiday classic with enchanting performances and beautiful sets.
The Nutcracker Presented by Ballet Northwest
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting holiday classic as Clara and The Nutcracker embark on a magical journey.
The Nutcracker by Ballet Northwest
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Clara and The Nutcracker as Ballet Northwest presents a beloved holiday tradition.
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