Special Events — March 2020 - Works in Progress

Shut up and write!

Mondays March 1, 15 and 29. 10 am – noon. 115 Legion.

Join together for inspiration and discipline to practice your writing (maybe write something for WIP?!). Continuing each month as participation warrants.

Power to the People public meeting

Monday, March 2, 5:30-8:30 pm,

Updates from committees working on the Thurston County Public Power campaign, Bruce Wilkinson Jr., More info at: http://www.facebook.com/events/2161300714179193/.

Rental housing community conversation

Thursday, March 5, 6-8 pm. Washington Middle School, 3100 Cain Road SE, Olympia.

Talk about your experiences as a renter or a landlord. Some cities have codes that make it easier to find affordable housing and avoid costly evictions. Sponsored by Olympia’s Land Use and Environment Committee.

Transracial adoption

Thursday, March 5, 7-8:30 pm. Olympia Center.

Lecture and discussions explore ways to support development and adjustment of adopted, multiracial children with parents of different cultural identities. Sponsored by WA Society for Clinical Social Work

Masjid al-Nur Islamic Center open house

Friday, March 6, 12 noon – 2 pm.

Members of the Center invite nonmuslim friends and colleagues to learn more about the Muslim faith. Welcome briefing at noon, services 12:10-1, followed by Q and A and mingling with community members. Details for attending at http://www.islamiccenterofolympia.org/

Tom Rawson Concert

Saturday, March 7, 7:30 pm

Benefit supporting local youth activities. See spotlight for details.

IWW orientation

Saturday, March 7, 3-5 pm.

Learn about the IWW and history, tactics and structure. Olympia Center, Presented by the IWW. More info at organize@OlympiaIWW.com

Talking about Injustice: a conversation with Dawud al-Malik

Sunday, March 8, from 6:30-8 pm. Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation 2200 East End St. NW.

Freed after nearly 50 years in prison, Dawud al-Malik will describe his experience as a black man in the criminal justice system. He has maintained his innocence and his case is being reviewed by the King Co. Prosecutor’s Office, where he was originally sentenced. Open to the public. Free

Dine out 4 Girls on International Women’s Day

Sunday, March 8, 11 am to 9 pm.

Mercato Ristorante is donating 20% of the proceeds from diners on International Women’s Day to Empowerment4girls. From the website: through empowerment camps, conscious minds conscious bodies™ intentional sexuality programs and teacher trainings [we] educate, nurture and empower girls. Find out more online at: Empowerment4Girls.com

Workplace Organizing Collective

Tuesday, March 10, 6:30-7:30 pm.

Olympia DSA organizers and community members meet to teach one another concrete organizing skills to build power at work. Oly DSA, see ad this issue. Contact http://olydsa.org

Bikini Kill and Table Sugar Concert

Friday, March 13, 8-11 pm. Capitol Theater,

Benefit for Interfaith Works, whose volunteers work with all people, businesses and organizations to make our community safe and give everyone the chance to thrive. More info at: http://olympiafilmsociety.org

Maria Joyner-Wulf quartet with the SPSCC Jazz Combo and Big Band

Thursday March 19, 5:30-7:30 pm. Percival Place at Ben Moore’s, 112 4th Ave. W, Olympia.

Enjoy an evening of jazz featuring the SPSCC Jazz Combos and Big Band along with Maria Joyner-Wulf. Free

Olympia Coalition to Abolish Nuclear Weapons,

Thursday, March 19.MIXX96 meeting room at State and Washington. (Please don’t park in the adjacent parking lot.)

Join with others working strategically to abolish nuclear weapons and reduce the likelihood of their use.

Blintzapalooza!

Sunday, March 22, 10 am – 2 pm. Temple Beth Hatfiloh, 201 8th Ave. SE, Olympia.

Bagels, blintzes and books! Frozen blintzes will be available for purchase to take home. Bake-off competition: strudel. The bulk of the proceeds will support work of attorneys and other professionals and staff who provide a meaningful voice and advocacy to those escaping oppression and worse. Cash or checks only.

S. Puget Sound Salmon Enhancement Group

Thursday, March 26, 5:30-8pm. Lacey Community Center, 6729 Pacific Ave. SE, Lacey.

Annual meeting of SPSSEG to celebrate successes and plan for 2020. More info at 360-412-3191

David Rovics Live!

Wednesday, April 1, 7:30 pm. New Traditions Cafe

Benefit for Public Power to the People. Amusing political songs, and a Public Power expert to wow the crowd with the exciting benefits of public power. . http://www.facebook.com/events/530107877622054/

Earth Day Climate Rally

Wednesday, April 22. on the Capitol steps.

Get ready! Young climate activists are organizing a rally Stay tuned for more information.

Check our WIP facebook page for events that came in after deadline. Also LocalMotive calendar at http://localmotive.org/. Send your events to olywip@gmail.com before the last Thursday of each month..

Community Spotlight – September Through October 2024

Open Book Club: Offsite Event at The Brotherhood 119 Capitol Way N– September 3 & October 1- 7-8:30pm Come and talk about whatever you’ve been reading and hear about what others are reading in a casual bar environment (21+only) with other book appreciators. Meets every first Tuesday in the back left corner of The Brotherhood Lounge

10 Ways to Age in Place -Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE – September 5 4:30-5:45pm
Most people plan on staying their homes as they age. Find out what you need to know. Presented by Lewis Mason Thurston Area Agency on Aging

Listen Here: A Lunch Break Story Time for Adults – Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE –September 6 12-1 pm In-person or via Zoom Register for event

Automotive Basics Workshop – Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE – September 7 2-:4:30 pm Learn the basics of vehicle maintenance from the mechanic team at Busy Bee Automotive. Click to register.

2 Films for Palestine – A Benefit for the Middle East Children’s Alliance – Olympia Film Society 206 5 Ave SE Olympia – September 8 6pm doors 7 pm first film Olympia fFlm Society, Palestinian Action of South Sound and the Rachel Corrie Foundation for Peace and Justice present 2 films: Imprisoning a Generation (50 minutes) and Returning to Zarnouqa (14 minutes) with Q&A with the director to follow. $10 suggested donation (no one turned away for lack of funds)

Tenants’ Rights Workshop – Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE – September 10 6:30-7:45 pm Join us for a special presentation about tenants’ rights in Olympia and WA State. Learn how to protect your rights from the legal experts at Northwest Justice Project.

Cover Crops in the Garden – Community Court Garden 909 8th Ave SE Olympia-September 12 5-7 pm. Join the Thurston Conservation District for a hands on workshop to learn more about the benefits of cover crops in the home garden. Register on the website https://www.thurstoncd.com/education/upcoming-events/

Lantern Lights the Library:Live Music – Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE –
September 13 7-9pm Come experience local music and get loud at the library. Thank you to Lantern Records

OlyEcosystems 10 year anniversary celebration – West Bay Woods – Rogers & Dickinson St. West Olympia near the Westside Food Coop
September 14 1-4pm We will celebrate our 10-year anniversary and first 500 acre conservation milestone in the West Bay Woods where it all began. Treats provided.

South Sound Sierra Club monthly meeting – Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St NW Olympia – 3rd Tuesday September 17 5:30 meet & greet 6pm -program. Hope springer, Recycling & Waste reduction Specialist with Thurston County Solid Waste will answer questions about what can be recycled

Places We Call Home: Claudia Castro Luna -Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE- September 18 6:30-8:30pm Join us for an evening exploring the rich tradition and tapestry of Latino poetry with WA State Poet Laureate (2018-21) Claudia Castro Luna. Refreshments provided. Stay for a hands on poetry writing exercise.

Stream Team Fall Events –Visit Stream Team info:

Salmon Stewards Tumwater Falls at Brewery Park Field Training – September 7
McLane Creek Trail Maintenance – McLane Creek Nature Trail – September 13 9am-12:30pm
Nisqually Watershed Festival Booth Volunteer – September 28 10am-4pm

2024 Washington Low Income Housing Alliance Lunch & Learn Series –
Equity, Racial Justice, and Culture September 19, October 17 and November 14
11:30 am-1pm Register at https://www.wliha.org/24Lunch%26Learn

50 Years of Interfaith Works – Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd – September 21 4-7 PM Join us for a time of storytelling through interactive audio exhibits as we celebrate 50 years of Interfaith Works. Hors d’oeuvres, Desserts, and Beverages will be served. Event Tickets—$100 Faith/Spiritual Community Leader Event Tickets—$50 If the ticket price is out of range for you, please get in touch!
https://www.interfaith-works.org/events.html

Death Cafe – Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE – September 23 5:30-6:30 pm
At a Death cafe, people, often strangers, gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.

Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation registration open for Fall classes.
Check website for activities and classes

Tumwater Falls Fest –Tumwater Falls@ Brewery Park 110 Deschutes Way SW Tumwater September 28 10am-4pm Enjoy the sounds of local musicians, children’s activities and demonstrations. Local artists and local food options. Explore the scenic half-mile loop trail along the Deschutes River and welcome the return of wild salmon.

Energize Olympia Workshop – Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE – September 30 6:30-7:30pm The City of Olympia is launching Energize Olympia – a new program to connect Olympia residents to discounted ductless heat pump installations through a group purchase program. Come learn about the program at this free workshop.

Discovery Speaker Series Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE – October 3 6:30-7:45pm –
Join Puget Sound Estuarium for our Discovery Speaker Series every last Thursday of the month learn about current environmental research or sustainability projects.

Olympia Fall Arts Walk October 4 (6-10pm) October 5 (12-6 pm)
Artists, makers and performers will showcase art of all forms at more than 100 neighboring business locations in downtown Olympia. Live performances. 5 block downtown street closure to create a pedestrian-friendly space

Harvest Festival South Union Grange Hall (10030 Tilley Rd SW #860, Olympia 98512)
October 5 10-3pm Come join Thurston Conservation District and friends as we celebrate the harvest. This family friendly event will feature pie baking contest, cider pressing, soil test drop-off and information, native bulb and seed sale pick-up, kids arts & crafts activities, food trucks, live music and more! https://www.thurstoncd.com/harvest-festival/

Medicare and You:The Who, What, How and Why about Medicare and Medicaid
Olympia library 313 8th Ave SE October 7 10:30-11:30 am – The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is providing a free workshop about Medicare and Medicaid information, enrollment options and other services.

Permaculture Rising Grow Your own Produce Workshop Series-Online with Zoom
Wednesday, September 4: Putting Up the Harvest
Wednesday, October 9: Garlic, Cover Crops, and Compost
Wednesday, November 6: Nourishing Soups, Wildlife in the Garden, Planning for the Coming Year

Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Squaxin Park 2600 East Bay Drive NE – October 14
Time to be determined – Speakers, performances, education, food https://www.olympiawa.gov/community/events___activities/index.php

Special Events — March 2020