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Federal agencies to reintroduce grizzly bears to North Cascades
OLYMPIA, Wash. - The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced they will actively restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades. Federal agencies will seek to move three to seven grizzly bears annually for five to ten years to establish an initial population of 25 bears. Agencies...
Spring and Summer Classes and Camps at Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation
Gear up for Spring and Summer Recreation with Olympia Arts, Parks & Recreation! Sports, media courses, dance classes, kid’s camps, family camp, art and even sailing, are all waiting for you and your family to try. See just some of the highlighted classes, available camps below. With so many options, you are sure to find something for every member of your family.
Chick-fil-A coming to Olympia after city grants land-use approval for restaurant
Chick-fil-A has received land-use approval to build a fast-food restaurant with a dual drive-thru in west Olympia, the city announced Tuesday. The business, known for its chicken sandwiches, intends to build at 2930 Capital Mall Drive, near the corner of Cooper Point Road Southwest and Capital Mall Drive. The company's proposal displaced the Fujiyama Japanese steakhouse, which recently relocated and reopened nearby.
Must List: April 25-May 1
As the rain falls, grab something warm to drink and start plotting your route for Indie Bookstore Day this Saturday. Or, get caught up on the controversial sale of Kerry Hall. Did you hear that Seattle ranked the second greenest city in the United States? And, in honor of the ’90s classic 10 Things I Hate About You turning 25, we whipped up a handy guide to visiting the filming locations. We’ve also got some tips on getting ready for spring with a closet refresh.
Samba OlyWa band & dancers ready to pound the drums & pavement on Arts Walk/Procession weekend
Gathering on Sunday, April 21, at the landmark Eagles Grand Ballroom in downtown Olympia, Wa. the Samba OlyWa percussion and dance group staged a full dress rehearsal before participating in the annual Olympia Arts Walk and Procession of the Species parade celebrations on April 27 and 28. The ensemble capped the afternoon rehearsal with a musical practice march winding through nearby neighboring streets.
Settle in for a Night with ‘The Aunties: Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2’ at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Learning at the feet of our elders is a magical experience. Whether mastering Grandma’s chocolate chip cookies under her watchful eye, changing the oil with dad or listening to family stories during holiday get-togethers, this is one of the most important parts of growing up. Stories on a regional level allow us to fall in love all over again with the spaces we call home. On Thursday, May 16, 2024, “The Aunties: Women of the Salish Sea” returns to the Washington Center for the Performing Arts. Join us in honoring these wise women.
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