By Nate Holmberg Nothing captures an audience like a good mystery. It’s no wonder that life’s greatest mystery captures us all in some way. Life. Death. Afterlife. One could ponder the meaning and vastness of each for days on end and not come to any conclusions. The signs, scripture and prophecies meant to guide [...]
By Amy Rowley We live 20 minutes from downtown Olympia and make a conscious effort to combine trips, carpool with friends, and drive our electric car daily, leaving our gas guzzlers sitting in the driveway. But, I know I can still do a better job of driving less and that any decision I make [...]
Not every dad likes to golf or needs new BBQ tools. These classic “gifts” for Dad don’t really work in our household. Sure, there is always some tool to add to the tool box or a desired piece of adventure gear, but sometimes I get tired of consuming (and don’t feel like dragging the [...]
It’s the first weekend without homework projects or school deadlines looming. Parents and kids alike can play a little easier this weekend, knowing that there is no bus to catch on Monday morning or book report to finish. Enjoy some forecasted sun and celebrate Dad on Sunday. SPSCC graduates their class Friday night with [...]
By Morgan Willie The first ever Roy Rodeo was put on in June of 1960. Here we are, 53 years from that first show, and the rodeo is still going strong. Families flock to Roy, Washington each summer to witness some pretty spectacular events. From calf roping, to barrel racing, there is something exciting [...]
When the Hands On Children’s Museum (HOCM) opens their doors on Sunday, families will be treated to more than just an immense amount of active play space. Visit HOCM on Sunday June 2 between 11:00 am – 3:00 pm to participate in the Children’s Health Fair. In partnership with the Child Care Action Council (CCAC), the [...]
By Amy Rowley How do you define a hero? How do you put into words the sincere appreciation and devotion you have to one person? How do you describe what that person means to you? On June 1, the local American Red Cross will gather 200 community leaders together to honor heroes from Grays Harbor, [...]
By Jake Luplow Memorial Day is a special occasion for me, providing me the chance to honor my grandfather. It is a day offering a torrent of memories from when he was still alive and we would fish and camp and live life through a magnifying glass searing curiosity with flame. Memorial Day is [...]
The forecast isn’t looking too promising for Memorial Day weekend BBQ’s. As we approach “summer,” we’re all missing that unseasonably sunny and warm weather that we enjoyed a few weeks ago. It might be a weekend where you need to check our events calendar for indoor activities. Regardless of your weekend plans, turn [...]
Submitted by Alpine Experience Jim Whittaker, the first American to summit Mount Everest (1963) will be the keynote speaker at The Alpine Experience’s Launch of the Mountain Life Festival. Sponsored by KEEN Footwear the launch will be held at the Olympia Farmer’s Market on May 28, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Jim has spoken to [...]
