The Washington Center and Ballet Northwest are thrilled to announce the return of Olympia Dance Festival on March 5 at 7:00pm. This will be the 12th Olympia Dance Festival bringing together over 200 performers with dance groups participating from Seattle, Gig Harbor, Renton, Burien, Vancouver and Thurston County. These top dance groups will perform a variety of styles … [Read more...] about Washington Center hosts the Olympia Dance Festival!
Neighbor Guide
The Negro Motorist Green Book
What comes to mind when you hear “road trip”? Joyfully cruising down a highway flanked by incredible scenery, stopping to eat or check into a hotel whenever and wherever you like, discovering hidden gems along the way? You can explore some significant aspects of American travel history through The Negro Motorist Green Book at the Washington State History Museum this … [Read more...] about The Negro Motorist Green Book
New Neighbor Guide – Thurston County Winter/Spring 2022
Letter from the Publisher Welcome to the New Neighbors Guide! On behalf of the local community, we welcome you to Thurston County. Whether you’re here temporarily or plan to make this a permanent home, we know you’re going to love our region. With our natural beauty, lakes, streams and forested trails, this is the perfect location for outdoor fun. With some of the best … [Read more...] about New Neighbor Guide – Thurston County Winter/Spring 2022
Basilico: Discover Your New Go-To Restaurant
Growing up in the Umbria region of central Northern Italy, Giampaolo Falchetti was exposed to wonderful handmade pastas, ravioli and slow-cooked sauces covering braised meats. His childhood memories and teachings in wine and food are the hallmark of the seasonal menus he creates for downtown Olympia’s Basilico Ristorante Italiano. “At Basilico, we work to create a menu and … [Read more...] about Basilico: Discover Your New Go-To Restaurant
Rainy Day Fun: Explore the Hands On Children’s Museum
Located on Olympia’s beautiful East Bay waterfront, the award-winning Hands On Children’s Museum is the largest and most visited youth museum in the Pacific Northwest. Explore 150 (plus) interactive exhibits and a half-acre Outdoor Discovery Center. Kids will be excited to investigate two floors of interactive fun. Parents will appreciate that each activity is designed to … [Read more...] about Rainy Day Fun: Explore the Hands On Children’s Museum