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WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs starting April 23; additional tentative digs planned for May 6-12
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can look forward to more digging opportunities on coastal beaches beginning April 23, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) coastal shellfish managers confirmed today.
“Another seven days of razor clam digging to round out the month of April,” said Bryce Blumenthal, a WDFW coastal shellfish biologist. “As a reminder, some areas of coastal beaches are usually closed to beach driving this time of year, but they are open during razor clam digging hours.”
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Optimal digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following April 23-29 digs will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- April 23, Tuesday, 6:58 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Copalis
- April 24, Wednesday, 7:30 am.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- April 25, Thursday, 8:03 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 26, Friday, 8:39 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Saturday, 9:19 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 28, Sunday, 10:05 a.m., -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Monday, 10:58 a.m., 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- May 6, Monday, 5:41 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
- May 7, Tuesday, 6:28 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- May 8, Wednesday, 7:13 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Copalis
- May 9, Thursday, 7:57 a.m.; -2.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 10, Friday, 8:41 a.m.; -1.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 11, Saturday, 9:27 a.m.; -1.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 12, Sunday, 10:16 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
The DOH requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Final approval, including the upcoming April and May digs, usually occurs about a week or less – sometimes two to three days – before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on the WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – the north end of Long Beach and the area north of Ocean City on Copalis Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs. When driving on the beach, please respect the 25 MPH speed limit and enter only at designated access points. Stay on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to avoid crushing clam beds and snowy plover nests.
Several sections of coastal beaches are closed to driving now through Labor Day, except on days and hours when the recreational razor clam digging is open. These areas are clearly marked with signs.
Shellfish and seafood enthusiasts can also start making plans to attend the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival on May 10-11. This long-running event celebrates the unique contribution of razor clams to Washington’s culture and coastal communities.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Now that spring has arrived, Washingtonians must have a valid 2024-2025 recreational hunting and fishing licenses. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website, and from hundreds of license vendors around the state. All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Additional razor clam information is available on the WDFW razor clam webpage.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
FREE Bingo at 23|Kitchens! Have fun, eat, drink and win prizes with friends and family.
Join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 7-9pm. https://www.23kitchens.com/
Business sponsors who want to provide prizes, contact David at 360-292-2452.
WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs starting April 23; additional tentative digs planned for May 6-12
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can look forward to more digging opportunities on coastal beaches beginning April 23, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) coastal shellfish managers confirmed today.
“Another seven days of razor clam digging to round out the month of April,” said Bryce Blumenthal, a WDFW coastal shellfish biologist. “As a reminder, some areas of coastal beaches are usually closed to beach driving this time of year, but they are open during razor clam digging hours.”
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Optimal digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following April 23-29 digs will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- April 23, Tuesday, 6:58 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Copalis
- April 24, Wednesday, 7:30 am.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- April 25, Thursday, 8:03 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 26, Friday, 8:39 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Saturday, 9:19 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 28, Sunday, 10:05 a.m., -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Monday, 10:58 a.m., 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- May 6, Monday, 5:41 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
- May 7, Tuesday, 6:28 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- May 8, Wednesday, 7:13 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Copalis
- May 9, Thursday, 7:57 a.m.; -2.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 10, Friday, 8:41 a.m.; -1.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 11, Saturday, 9:27 a.m.; -1.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 12, Sunday, 10:16 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
The DOH requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Final approval, including the upcoming April and May digs, usually occurs about a week or less – sometimes two to three days – before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on the WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – the north end of Long Beach and the area north of Ocean City on Copalis Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs. When driving on the beach, please respect the 25 MPH speed limit and enter only at designated access points. Stay on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to avoid crushing clam beds and snowy plover nests.
Several sections of coastal beaches are closed to driving now through Labor Day, except on days and hours when the recreational razor clam digging is open. These areas are clearly marked with signs.
Shellfish and seafood enthusiasts can also start making plans to attend the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival on May 10-11. This long-running event celebrates the unique contribution of razor clams to Washington’s culture and coastal communities.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Now that spring has arrived, Washingtonians must have a valid 2024-2025 recreational hunting and fishing licenses. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website, and from hundreds of license vendors around the state. All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Additional razor clam information is available on the WDFW razor clam webpage.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
We’re excited to bring Night Market at the Depot events to our community! Join us every-other Friday, starting April 26 and running through October, at the Lacey Depot Park (5700 Lacey Blvd SE). We’ll have music, local artisans, food trucks, and lots of fun for the entire family!
WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs starting April 23; additional tentative digs planned for May 6-12
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can look forward to more digging opportunities on coastal beaches beginning April 23, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) coastal shellfish managers confirmed today.
“Another seven days of razor clam digging to round out the month of April,” said Bryce Blumenthal, a WDFW coastal shellfish biologist. “As a reminder, some areas of coastal beaches are usually closed to beach driving this time of year, but they are open during razor clam digging hours.”
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Optimal digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following April 23-29 digs will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- April 23, Tuesday, 6:58 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Copalis
- April 24, Wednesday, 7:30 am.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- April 25, Thursday, 8:03 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 26, Friday, 8:39 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Saturday, 9:19 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 28, Sunday, 10:05 a.m., -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Monday, 10:58 a.m., 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- May 6, Monday, 5:41 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
- May 7, Tuesday, 6:28 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- May 8, Wednesday, 7:13 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Copalis
- May 9, Thursday, 7:57 a.m.; -2.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 10, Friday, 8:41 a.m.; -1.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 11, Saturday, 9:27 a.m.; -1.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 12, Sunday, 10:16 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
The DOH requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Final approval, including the upcoming April and May digs, usually occurs about a week or less – sometimes two to three days – before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on the WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – the north end of Long Beach and the area north of Ocean City on Copalis Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs. When driving on the beach, please respect the 25 MPH speed limit and enter only at designated access points. Stay on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to avoid crushing clam beds and snowy plover nests.
Several sections of coastal beaches are closed to driving now through Labor Day, except on days and hours when the recreational razor clam digging is open. These areas are clearly marked with signs.
Shellfish and seafood enthusiasts can also start making plans to attend the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival on May 10-11. This long-running event celebrates the unique contribution of razor clams to Washington’s culture and coastal communities.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Now that spring has arrived, Washingtonians must have a valid 2024-2025 recreational hunting and fishing licenses. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website, and from hundreds of license vendors around the state. All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Additional razor clam information is available on the WDFW razor clam webpage.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
Summit Lake community Association is having their annual Summit Lake fisherman’s breakfast on opening days Saturday, 27 April! Summit Lake community Association is a nonprofit organization and Oliver money goes back into the betterment for the community. We will be having a raffle and the drawing will be the end of the breakfast, but you need not be present to win. We hope to see you.
Come support OHS athletics at the annual G.R.O.W.L dinner and auction! Bid on items generously donated to the silent and live auctions, enjoy dinner, get an update on current OHS athletics, and honor this year’s Hall of Fame inductees:
Rockey Isley – Lifetime Achievement Award
Mike Ramsey (Track)- Class of 1980
Stefani (Bouchele) Smith (Soccer) -Class of 1988
Maureen Webb (Soccer) – Class of 1990
Adam Conley (Baseball) – Class of 2008
WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs starting April 23; additional tentative digs planned for May 6-12
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can look forward to more digging opportunities on coastal beaches beginning April 23, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) coastal shellfish managers confirmed today.
“Another seven days of razor clam digging to round out the month of April,” said Bryce Blumenthal, a WDFW coastal shellfish biologist. “As a reminder, some areas of coastal beaches are usually closed to beach driving this time of year, but they are open during razor clam digging hours.”
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Optimal digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following April 23-29 digs will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- April 23, Tuesday, 6:58 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Copalis
- April 24, Wednesday, 7:30 am.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- April 25, Thursday, 8:03 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 26, Friday, 8:39 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Saturday, 9:19 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 28, Sunday, 10:05 a.m., -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Monday, 10:58 a.m., 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- May 6, Monday, 5:41 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
- May 7, Tuesday, 6:28 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- May 8, Wednesday, 7:13 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Copalis
- May 9, Thursday, 7:57 a.m.; -2.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 10, Friday, 8:41 a.m.; -1.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 11, Saturday, 9:27 a.m.; -1.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 12, Sunday, 10:16 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
The DOH requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Final approval, including the upcoming April and May digs, usually occurs about a week or less – sometimes two to three days – before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on the WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – the north end of Long Beach and the area north of Ocean City on Copalis Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs. When driving on the beach, please respect the 25 MPH speed limit and enter only at designated access points. Stay on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to avoid crushing clam beds and snowy plover nests.
Several sections of coastal beaches are closed to driving now through Labor Day, except on days and hours when the recreational razor clam digging is open. These areas are clearly marked with signs.
Shellfish and seafood enthusiasts can also start making plans to attend the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival on May 10-11. This long-running event celebrates the unique contribution of razor clams to Washington’s culture and coastal communities.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Now that spring has arrived, Washingtonians must have a valid 2024-2025 recreational hunting and fishing licenses. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website, and from hundreds of license vendors around the state. All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Additional razor clam information is available on the WDFW razor clam webpage.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
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- Touch a Truck – 12 – 3 PM. Sensory friendly time 12:00 – 12:30 PM – no lights, sirens or horns. Join Garfield Elementary PTA, City of Olympia Public Works, Parks Arts & Recreation, Police, Fire, Thurston County Sheriff’s Dive Team, and WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife for a FREE hands on look at their big rigs. Sit in the driver’s seat of police cars, dump trucks, hydro excavators, dive boats, and more! All ages welcome!
- Spaghetti Lunch – 12 – 2 PM. Join Garfield PTA for a Spaghetti Lunch fundraiser in the Garfield Cafeteria during the Touch a Truck event. Spring fundraiser donations are appreciated at this event! Lunch is sponsored by Olive Garden.
WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs starting April 23; additional tentative digs planned for May 6-12
OLYMPIA – Razor clam diggers can look forward to more digging opportunities on coastal beaches beginning April 23, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) coastal shellfish managers confirmed today.
“Another seven days of razor clam digging to round out the month of April,” said Bryce Blumenthal, a WDFW coastal shellfish biologist. “As a reminder, some areas of coastal beaches are usually closed to beach driving this time of year, but they are open during razor clam digging hours.”
Not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out. Optimal digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.
The following April 23-29 digs will proceed as scheduled, after marine toxin results from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) showed razor clams are safe to eat.
Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- April 23, Tuesday, 6:58 a.m.; 0.0 feet; Copalis
- April 24, Wednesday, 7:30 am.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- April 25, Thursday, 8:03 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 26, Friday, 8:39 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 27, Saturday, 9:19 a.m., -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- April 28, Sunday, 10:05 a.m., -0.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
- April 29, Monday, 10:58 a.m., 0.3 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon) low tides:
- May 6, Monday, 5:41 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Mocrocks
- May 7, Tuesday, 6:28 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Mocrocks
- May 8, Wednesday, 7:13 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Copalis
- May 9, Thursday, 7:57 a.m.; -2.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
- May 10, Friday, 8:41 a.m.; -1.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 11, Saturday, 9:27 a.m.; -1.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (Long Beach Razor Clam Festival)
- May 12, Sunday, 10:16 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
The DOH requires test samples for marine toxins, and domoic acid levels must fall under the guideline level before a beach can open for digging. Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. Final approval, including the upcoming April and May digs, usually occurs about a week or less – sometimes two to three days – before the start of each digging series. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on the WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.
As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast. Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during nesting period, especially along the southern end on Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – the north end of Long Beach and the area north of Ocean City on Copalis Beach.
Avoid leaving leftover food or trash – which attracts predators – on the beach and picnic areas, keep pets on a leash, stay out of dunes, and avoid areas which are clearly marked with posted signs. When driving on the beach, please respect the 25 MPH speed limit and enter only at designated access points. Stay on the hard-packed sand near the high tide line to avoid crushing clam beds and snowy plover nests.
Several sections of coastal beaches are closed to driving now through Labor Day, except on days and hours when the recreational razor clam digging is open. These areas are clearly marked with signs.
Shellfish and seafood enthusiasts can also start making plans to attend the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival on May 10-11. This long-running event celebrates the unique contribution of razor clams to Washington’s culture and coastal communities.
On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to prevent waste.
Now that spring has arrived, Washingtonians must have a valid 2024-2025 recreational hunting and fishing licenses. Licenses can be purchased from WDFW’s licensing website, and from hundreds of license vendors around the state. All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Additional razor clam information is available on the WDFW razor clam webpage.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.
The Lacey South Sound Chamber hosts a monthly forum luncheon at Indian Summer Golf & Country Club on the first Wednesday of every month. This is an educational event with the opportunity to network and listens to educational speakers.
February 7th – November 6th 2024: 1st Wednesday of the month $250 for all 10 classes, $130 for a 5 class series, or $30 per class 6 pm – 8 pm PST
Grow Your Own Produce is a 10 class monthly series taught by permaculture expert Marisha Auerbach. Each class features seasonally-relevant information about planning, growing, maintaining, and harvesting food from your own vegetable garden.
Each month, the class is designed to help you maximize your yields and efforts in the garden by providing an overview of key activities to engage in at the right time each month from February through November. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month through Zoom. Before the class meeting, participants will receive a collection of handouts supporting the key topics for the month with a garden checklist for the month ahead. We will discuss different subjects that are pertinent to the garden that month using slides and the month’s handouts as reference. There will be ample time each class session for questions. After each class, participants receive a video of the class and pdf of the slides.
Marisha Auerbach has spent many years observing and interacting in her garden and in the gardens of the greater Pacific Northwest bioregion. She has been growing most of her own produce year ‘round for over the past decade. To learn more about Marisha, please visit her bio page. This is the 11th year that Marisha will be offering the workshop series.
2024’s schedule of Classes:
Wednesday, February 7: Planning, Design, & Framework
Wednesday, March 6: Indoor Seedstarting, Early Season Plantings, & Perennial Vegetables
Wednesday, April 3: Cole Crops, Greens, & Soil Building
Wednesday, May 1: Warm Season Crops, Edible Flowers, & Attracting Pollinators
Wednesday, June 5: Maintenance & Harvest
Wednesday, July 3: Berries, Herbs, & Water Catchment
Wednesday, August 7: Seedsaving & the Winter Garden
Wednesday, September 4: Putting up the Harvest
Wednesday, October 9: Garlic, Cover Crops, & Compost
Wednesday, November 6: Nourishing Soups, Wildlife in the Garden, & Planning for the Coming Year
We are a seasonal market open every Saturday, May through September, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
The Market offers fresh, locally-grown produce, plants, hand-crafted products, music, events, activities and community outreach. Shopping at a farmers market is a unique experience that benefits farmers and producers directly, offering you more unique products, more heirloom varieties and more opportunities to build relationships and learn about healthy eating. Farmers markets are a community experience, where you can meet your neighbors, friends, artisans and farmers, and where more of your dollars will stay in the community.
Come eat, shop, network and support local Black, Brown and marginal small business owners! The ASHHO Cultural Bazaar is a celebration of diversity and culture. It is a place where all people can come together to learn about and support the work of Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers. The bazaar features over 30 vendors with a wide variety of items like handmade jewelry, artwork and candles, to name a few. The ASHHO Cultural Bazaar is a great way to spend a day supporting your community and celebrating diversity. So come out and enjoy the food, the music, and the art!
Each year Olympia Family Theater hosts an extra special fundraiser Gala and auction extravaganza, and the 2024 event will be held from 5-8 PM on May 4 at South Puget Sound Community College.
All fans of the arts are invited to join the fun! The event will feature dinner and drinks that come with the ticket price, live performance entertainment, games (including OFT’s famous wine toss,) a delicious dessert dash, and both silent and live auctions featuring everything from stayaway trips to local treats! Plus, an online auction launches April 28 and culminates at the event. Tickets are $100 and include access to all the fun at the event, including tasty dinner and delicious cocktails!
All of the proceeds from the event will go to support Olympia Family Theater, the longtime treasured Olympia nonprofit providing theatrical opportunities to audiences of all ages. Programs that will directly benefit from the fundraiser include Olympia Family Theater’s radical Access-for-ALL Program, which makes all tickets and class tuition available to everyone on a sliding scale starting at FREE.
More information and to purchase your tickets, visit www.OlyFT.org/Gala-2024.
Our Mission: Olympia Family Theater engages audiences of all ages in performances and programs that entertain and educate.
Fund the Future of South Sound Symphonic Music!
Help expand the educational and community engagement opportunities to enrich, educate, and entertain in our community and beyond!
Embrace your inner-child at a festive night at the Hands On Children’s Museum while we celebrate successes and share our vision for the future, to further expand access to and opportunity for live local symphonic music throughout the South Sound region.
- Immerse yourself in the spacious galleries filled with more than 150 fun, hands-on exhibits!
- Enjoy toe-tapping hand-clapping sounds of music!
- Tempt your tastebuds with tasty bites!
BIG music, BIG artists, BIG experiences, BIG collaborations, BIG impact – that is what our community expects when they come to see the Olympia Symphony. Big dreams require big funding to make it happen!
Regional mental health needs highlight Changing Minds event
Funds support MultiCare Behavioral Health
Tickets are now available for Changing Minds, an annual benefit of the MultiCare Behavioral Health Foundation to create awareness of and support for mental health issues.
The fundraiser highlights the demand for mental health services in our region, and how MultiCare Behavioral Health has responded by integrating mental health treatment into primary care settings through collaborative care and school-based partnerships.
A luncheon will be held Tuesday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grand Hyatt Seattle’s Leonesa Ballroom, 721 Pine St., Seattle. While tickets are free, guests will be asked to make a minimum donation of $150.
Former Evening Magazine host Angela Poe Russell will emcee the event. Other speakers at Changing Minds include MultiCare Behavioral Health providers and a patient who will discuss the impact of accessible behavioral health care.
The deadline to reserve tickets to the luncheon is April 30.
About MultiCare Foundations
MultiCare Foundations is a group of local, community-based 501(c)3 organizations that help children, families, and individuals access quality health care close to home, regardless of their ability to pay.
Donations to the Foundations help MultiCare expand access to care so that children, youth and adults can receive the medical support they need through every stage of life.
Programs and services that are supported by MultiCare Foundations include behavioral health, cardiac care, oncology and more. Find opportunities to give or get involved at give.multicare.org
About MultiCare
MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health care organization with 12 hospitals and more than 22,000 team members. We are committed to achieving our mission of healing and a healthy future for all and delivering world-class health outcomes and an exceptional experience.
As the largest community-based, locally governed health system in Washington state, our comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and dedicated specialty services. For more information, visit multicare.org or follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
FREE Bingo at 23|Kitchens! Have fun, eat, drink and win prizes with friends and family.
Join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 7-9pm. https://www.23kitchens.com/
Business sponsors who want to provide prizes, contact David at 360-292-2452.
We’re excited to bring Night Market at the Depot events to our community! Join us every-other Friday, starting April 26 and running through October, at the Lacey Depot Park (5700 Lacey Blvd SE). We’ll have music, local artisans, food trucks, and lots of fun for the entire family!
We are a seasonal market open every Saturday, May through September, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
The Market offers fresh, locally-grown produce, plants, hand-crafted products, music, events, activities and community outreach. Shopping at a farmers market is a unique experience that benefits farmers and producers directly, offering you more unique products, more heirloom varieties and more opportunities to build relationships and learn about healthy eating. Farmers markets are a community experience, where you can meet your neighbors, friends, artisans and farmers, and where more of your dollars will stay in the community.
