Roundabout construction at 14th Avenue and Jefferson Street – The roundabout under construction at the intersection of 14th Avenue S.E. and Jefferson Street S.E. continues on every corner of the intersection. Watch for traffic control. Jefferson St. south of 14th is closed. Completion of this portion of the overall project is scheduled for mid-November 2010.The latest roundabout advisory is available at: http://dis.wa.gov/construction.aspx
Scholarships Now Available for Leadership Thurston County Class of 2011. Scholarship funds may be used to pay up to one-half the annual tuition for two program participants. Applications for the scholarships and the Leadership Thurston County program are available by emailing LTC@ThurstonChamber.com or calling Patti Grant, Program Coordinator, at (360 357-8515. The deadline for both applications is Friday, July 30.
Thurston County nonprofit organizations can receive volunteer help for hands-on projects as part of United Way of Thurston County’s 18th annual Day of Caring on September 24. Day of Caring is an annual event where hundreds of volunteers from throughout Thurston County join local nonprofit and other community organizations to work on service projects. Participating organizations are matched with volunteers who give their time, talent and services to change our community for the better in one day .United Way, in partnership with the Volunteer Center of Lewis, Mason & Thurston Counties, invites agencies to submit a project through an easy online registration process. To sign up to host a project, go to www.volunteer.ws The deadline for applications is August 1.
Have a hand to lend? Need Volunteers for the Puget Sound Senior Games. On Saturday, July 24. Equipment Organization & Retrieval (10 Strong Helpers Needed) On Sunday, July 25, we could still use a few more folks to help our many cyclists with route finding, hydration, and general organization. Cycling Assist Give Route Directions & Water (15 Volunteers Requested). Volunteers Contact Allen Jakobitz at 360.705.3492 or emailAllen98512@comcast.net
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is still looking for volunteer campground hosts for some of our recreation areas. The following link to our blog gives you more information about where we need hosts, what’s expected of them, and what kinds of amenities are included with the volunteer opportunities. http://bit.ly/92Denn
July 21, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce plus it’s Senior Day with lots of activities for all seniors, no matter your age. See the doubled sided flyer at www.ftemag.com and click on “Events.”
July 24 & 25, Sat. & Sun.: The Rotary Club of Hawks Prairie announces the Annual Pacific Northwest Mushroom Festival! at the Regional Athletic Complex at Steilacoom and Marvin Road near Lacey! Ciscoe Morris of NWCNs’ Gardening with Ciscoe will be doing his live KIRO 97.3 Radio Show. Many of the latest bounce houses a great Kidzone, Chef Dan Thiessen, Nancy Hebb from the Bayview School of Cooking as well as many exhibits from local artisans and antique dealers as well as people featuring mushrooms. Check out all the details at www.mushroomfest.org
July 24 & 25, Sat., 10:30AM to 5:00PM, Sun. 10:30AM to 4:00PM: Fine Arts and Crafts Summer Show at Women’s Club of Olympia, 1002 Washington Street SE, Olympia. You are invited to the second weekend of the Fine Arts and Crafts Summer Show. Local and regional artists will be offering their incredible work this weekend. This juried art show will offer only the highest quality arts and fine crafts. More information at 360-493-0091.
July 24 & 25, Sat. & Sun., 10am-4pm: Tumwater Chamber of Commerce Car Wash at the Albertson’s Gas Station on the corner of Trosper Rd and Littlerock Rd. The Car Wash is in support of the general fund for the Tumwater Area Chamber of Commerce. Any student participating on the Car Wash will receive a letter verifying their involvement and hours donated.
July 24, Sat., 11:00 am: Washington residents are invited to pay tribute to veterans of the Korean War and remember on the 57th anniversary of the end of the Korean War. A special wreathlaying ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the Korean War Veterans Memorial on the East Capitol Campus. All organizations and individuals are welcome to bring flowers and/or wreaths to place during the ceremony. This event marks the17th anniversary of the dedication of the Washington State Korean War Veterans Memorial. Visit www.ga.wa.gov/Visitor/korean/koreanwar.htm or call 1-800-562-0132, option 1.
July 27, Tue., 6-8:30 p.m.: Bayview School of Cooking (BSC) presents Señora Lucia Shelley who will dish up flavorful Mexican tacos for a most satisfying of summer suppers in the class, Traditional Taco Fiesta. The class is $45 and will be held in the BSC demo kitchen in downtown Olympia’s Bayview Thriftway. For reservations call 360.754.1448. For information on other BSC classes and events visit www.BayviewSchoolofCooking.com
July 28, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce.
July 28, Wed., 5:00 pm: Deadline for articles, inserts and ads for the August 2010 FTE News Magazine. If you have questions, please call Art at (360) 349-6926.
July 29, Thur., 6:00-8:30 pm: BSC presents The Garden Gourmet, Instructor Leanne Willard helps you toss the old-fashioned squash casseroles for some upbeat vegetable dishes bursting with unforgettable flavor. In this class enjoy: Barley Risotto with Eggplant and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, An Especially Good Corn Pudding (really the name!), Watermelon and Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho, Beetroot Gratin baked with Roquefort, and Barbeque-Spiced Sweet Onion Rings. Classes include complementary wine or beer samplings, and range in price from $45-$55. For reservations, or additional information, call 360.754.1448.
July 31, Sat., 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.: The Rotary Club of Olympia Super Sale at Madison Elementary School, 1225 Legion Way, Olympia, to support local community groups and scholarships for seniors from the Olympia School District. All donations can be delivered to Madison Elementary from Tuesday, July 27 through Thursday, July 29 anytime between 3 and 7 p.m. All donations are tax- deductible. For additional information about this event, please contact (360) 357-6335
July 31, Sat. 2nd Annual DIS CFD Golf Tournament at the Capitol City Golf Course (Off Yelm Highway in Lacey). Cost is $70 includes green fees (18 holes), bucket of range balls, cart (Box lunch will be included). Registration is based on First Come First Serve. Please contact Amanda Hughes, amanda.hughes@dis.wa.gov, to register.
July 31 & Aug. 1, Sat., 10:30AM to 5:00PM, Sun. 10:30AM to 4:00PM: Fine Arts and Crafts Summer Show at Women’s Club of Olympia, 1002 Washington Street SE, Olympia. You are invited to the second weekend of the Fine Arts and Crafts Summer Show. Local and regional artists will be offering their incredible work this weekend. This juried art show will offer only the highest quality arts and fine crafts. More information at 360-493-0091
Aug. 4, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce plus The Dog Days of Summer (Canine Extravaganza).
Aug. 4, Wed.: Your August 2010 issue of the FTE News Magazine will be available online today, with delivery beginning in Tumwater, Lacey, and West Olympia on Wednesday; Thursday in Olympia. Due to changes in Postal Regulations and increased postal costs plus saving the environment, the FTE News Magazine will no longer be mailed to all state offices. Please inform your co-workers to view current issues online 24/7 atwww.ftemag.com
Aug. 6, Mon.: Many state offices will be closed today due to poor budgeting and planning. This is a furlough, unpaid day off, for some state employees. It is suggested you call the state agency prior to visiting. State employees don’t make the laws, they just pay personally for them.
Aug. 7 & 8, Sat. & Sun, beginning at 9:00 am: SASL Tournament. At Yauger Firld in west Olympia,View State Agency Softball League on Shutter Fly ca be accessed including rosters photos and calendar athttp://sasl.shutterfly.com/#:emid=site_monthlydigest&cid=SHARE3SXXXX
Aug. 7 & 8, Sat. & Sun.,10 am – 5 pm: The Washington State History Museum and The Evergreen State College Longhouse Education and Cultural Center present the fifth annual In the Spirit: Northwest Native Arts Market & Festival. For more information about the In the Spirit exhibit and festival, please visit WashingtonHistory.org/ArtsFestival
Aug. 11, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce plus the Artisans Fair
Aug. 18, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce.
Aug. 25, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce.
Aug. 25,, Wed., 5:00 pm: Deadline for articles, inserts and ads for the September 2010 FTE News Magazine. If you have questions, please call Art at (360) 349-6926.
Aug. 27-29, Fri.-Sun.: Sand in the City® 2010, at Olympia’s Port Plaza Waterfront is a free community event to benefit the Hands On Children’s Museum. Teams from South Sound businesses and organizations will compete on Friday, to win the top prize for their unique, sandy creations. For more information contact Hands On at 360-956-0818 ext 105.
Sept. 6, Mon.: Labor Day. A State Holiday. All State Offices will be closed.
Sept. 7, Tue.: Many state offices will be closed today due to poor budgeting and planning. This is a furlough, unpaid day off, for some state employees. It is suggested you call the state agency prior to visiting. State employees don’t make the laws, they just pay personally for them.
Sept. 8, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce.
Sept. 8, Wed.: Your September 2010 issue of the FTE News Magazine will be available online today, with delivery beginning in Tumwater, Lacey, and West Olympia on Wednesday; Thursday in Olympia. Due to changes in Postal Regulations and increased postal costs plus saving the environment, the FTE News Magazine will no longer be mailed to all state offices. Please inform your co-workers to view current issues online 24/7 at www.ftemag.com
Sept. 14, Tue., 11:00-1:00: Thurston County Olympia Combined Fund Drive Charity Fair, Tivoli Fountain on Capitol Way
Sept. 15, Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce.
Sept. 15, Wed., 11:00-1:00: Thurston County Tumwater Charity Fair, Tumwater Farmers Market at Israel Road and Capitol Blvd.
Sept. 22. Wed., 11:00-2:00: Tumwater Farmers Market is open today for food, coffee and produce plus a Harvest Festival
Sept. 30, Thur., 11:30-1:00; King County CFD Launch at the State Convention & Trade Center in downtown Seattle.
