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
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Nathalie Bajinya’s Future Is Bright
Nathalie Bajinya has been fascinated by textiles and fashion design from a very early age. She once cut up her mother’s dress to fashion into her own clothing designs at age four. Originally from the Congo and orphaned at a young age, Bajinya learned to sew while living in an orphanage in Kenya. Excelling at the craft, fashion design quickly became a lifelong … [Read more...] about Nathalie Bajinya’s Future Is Bright
Defining Space in an Open Floor Plan
An open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen by nature blurs the lines between each area or room. The best way to define your space is to determine how you want to use the space. Consider Traffic Flow Once you have defined your circulation paths, also consider how you want to use the room. For more definition, incorporate a focal point in each adjacent space. … [Read more...] about Defining Space in an Open Floor Plan
Create your Fall Charcuterie Board
The Fall season is here, so ENJOY the best charcuterie board with your loved ones, neighbors and friends. Also, stretch yourself a bit and invite someone new. 10 oz figsRed grapes1 Honeycrisp apple1 Bartlett pearRoth Cheese, Grand CruRoth Cheese, Buttermilk BlueRoth Cheese, Smoked Gouda1/2 c chocolate hazelnut spread12 oz dark chocolate covered pretzels1 small baguette, … [Read more...] about Create your Fall Charcuterie Board
New Orleans Cajun & Zydeco: Shake Down the House in Olympia
As we usher in the colder weather, things are heating up at the Washington Center for Performing Arts with a double bill performance featuring the best in Cajun and Zydeco music on October 29, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet and Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience bring the sounds of New Orleans to Olympia. “Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!” For the … [Read more...] about New Orleans Cajun & Zydeco: Shake Down the House in Olympia