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WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs beginning April 17
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (324+ words) Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed today, razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks beaches from April 17 through April 23. Copalis and Mocrocks beaches are not open every day during each series…...
LMTAAA Expects High Demand as Summer Produce Benefit Returns for Older Adults
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (315+ words) Area seniors can apply beginning April 15 for $80 in market-fresh food Submitted by Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging (LMTAAA) opens applications for the 2026 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) on Wednesday, April 15. Older adults who meet age and income rules can…...
Grow Your Own Produce Workshop Series
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (177+ words) Grow Your Own Produce: The Workshop Series February 4th " November 4th 2026: 1st Wednesday of the month $250 for all 10 classes, $130 for a 5 class series, or [] Grow Your Own Produce Workshop Series An event every month that begins at 6: 00 pm on day First of the…...
Community Farm Land Trust's Annual Meeting & Potluck
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (154+ words) Join us for the Community Farm Land Trust's Annual Meeting and Potluck! Meet local farmers, Ag Professionals, CFLT members, and farmland preservation supporters! Known as one of the best potlucks [] Community Farm Land Trust's Annual Meeting & Potluck Join us for…...
Well80 Celebrates 8 Years: A Conversation With Chris Knudson
3+ week, 1+ hour ago (582+ words) Thurston Talk Olympia and beer. The two have been synonymous since 1895, when a brewer from Montana found the water here to be something special. The legacy of the Olympia Brewing Company, now gone, lives on through other local brewers and…...
Hama Hama Oyster Rama
4+ week, 18+ hour ago (219+ words) One event on April 19, 2026 at 12: 00 pm Come celebrate the tideflats! The Hama Hama Oyster Rama returns April 18th & 19th at the oyster farm in Lilliwaup, about an hour's drive from Olympia. There will be live music, kid's activities, delicious food and drink,…...
WDFW Approves Eight Days of Coastal Razor Clam Digs Beginning March 17
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (450+ words) Additional dates planned through early April Submitted by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed today, razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks beaches from March 17 through March 24. "March is finally here…...
Things to Do for St. Patrick's Day Near Olympia
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (554+ words) Find corned beef in Olympia, an Irish Festival in Thurston County and more If you are ready to put on your favorite white, orange and green outfit this week, there are some places you can go to celebrate St. Patrick's…...
Saint Martin's University Announces James Beard Award-Winning, Seattle-Based Chef Renee Erickson as Host of Gala 2026
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (528+ words) Thurston Talk Saint Martin's University has announced that the 2026 Saint Martin's Gala will feature James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Renee Erickson as its celebrity chef host. The Saint Martin's Gala, the University's signature fundraising event for student scholarships, will…...
Food and Yard Waste Composting (Fall focus) - Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (114+ words) The Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October. Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. Workshops are free and open to the public. No advance registration is…...