The Thurston County Absolutely Free Sharing Market promotes community connection through the free exchange of goods, food, and skills. Originating as a modest event in 2025, it quickly grew in popularity. By 2026, the market aimed for sustainability, fostering community spirit while minimizing waste. Upcoming events are scheduled for September.
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Capitol Way S Overnight Closure – August 20-21
Submitted by: Tiffani King, Senior Engineering Plans Examiner, City of Olympia A section of Capitol Way S will be closed to all traffic, including emergency vehicles, beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 20. The road will reopen at 5 a.m. the following morning. This closure affects Capitol Way S between 14th Avenue/Sid Snyder Avenue and 15th Avenue. TheContinue reading “Capitol Way S Overnight Closure – August 20-21”
New Proposed Regulations on Home-Based Businesses
Submitted by: Casey Schaufler, Associate Planner, City of Olympia Editor’s note: The City of Olympia is considering changing the rules governing home-based businesses. Home-based businesses are operated by a full-time resident in a residential zone and are restricted by various criteria. This is the first update to the home-based business regulations in many years, andContinue reading “New Proposed Regulations on Home-Based Businesses”
What’s Next For St. John/San Juan Church?
Submitted by Janet Waggoner, Lead Pastor & EvangelistSt. John | San Juan Episcopal Churchjanet@stjohnsoly.org Editors Note: The St. John’s/ San Juan congregation has been considering relocating from its current location on Capitol Way South for some time. This meeting is a chance for the community to learn what may be in store for the entire propertyContinue reading “What’s Next For St. John/San Juan Church?”
Meet with Port Commissioner Vasavada
Commissioner Jasmine Vasavada of the Port of Olympia has asked to meet with the South Capitol community on Weds, March 11 at 6:30 pm in the Lincoln Elementary School library. Everyone is invited to come, learn and ask questions of Commissioner Vasavada about the Port of Olympia and its initiatives. The Commission describes this meetingContinue reading “Meet with Port Commissioner Vasavada”
What’s Next For St. John/San Juan Church?
Submitted by Janet Waggoner, Lead Pastor & EvangelistSt. John | San Juan Episcopal Churchjanet@stjohnsoly.org COMMUNITY INVITATION All friends of St. John | San Juan Episcopal Church are invited to a community information session and conversation regarding the congregation’s historic and continuing core ministries of Loving God, Loving Neighbor and Building Community and its next steps inContinue reading “What’s Next For St. John/San Juan Church?”
Community Garden Meeting
Submitted by Tina Wagner, Community Agriculture Program Coordinator, Thurston Conservation District, twagner@thurstoncd.com I am happy to invite you to our second Community Garden Support and Network meeting on Thursday, 19 February, from 7-9 pm at the Capital Vision Christian Church (1775 Yew Ave NE, Olympia). We will have warm beverages, light snacks, scintillating conversation, andContinue reading “Community Garden Meeting”
Capitol Way Corridor Improvements Open House
Submitted by: Kristin Gilkerson, Senior Program Specialist, Public Works and Transportation, City of Olympia The City of Olympia is planning a transportation project on Capitol Way/Boulevard between Union Avenue and Carlyon Avenue. These changes will slow down speeding drivers and make it easier for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit riders to use the street. We areContinue reading “Capitol Way Corridor Improvements Open House”
Lincoln Student Makers Market
Submitted by Audrey Jones: Big News, Lincoln Families and Friends!We’re reimagining the beloved Winter Market as the Lincoln Student Makers Market — a celebration of student creativity and community! 🗓 Saturday, November 22, 2025 • 1–4 PM📍 Lincoln Options Elementary Join us for student-run maker booths, an art gallery, performances (including The Community Band!), hands-on crafts, and treats fromContinue reading “Lincoln Student Makers Market”
Help Harvest Produce for the Food Bank at the Capitol Campus
You may recall a post earlier this year about the Olympia Kiwanis Club and the Thurston County Food Bank working with volunteers to plant and harvest produce at the east Capitol Campus. That work is now yielding a lot of fresh food for the food bank – 46,000 pounds of so far. In the pictureContinue reading “Help Harvest Produce for the Food Bank at the Capitol Campus”
South Capitol Neighborhood Association 