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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2021 SPORTS AWARDS
The Olympia & Beyond Sports Commission, a division of Experience Olympia & Beyond, presents the fourth annual Sports Awards. The awards recognize local athletes, coaches and game changers in our community. Community members can nominate high school, college and recreational athletes or coaches for one of seven awards. Sports community leaders and influencers are also…
NAMI Thurston/Mason Partners with Local Organizations to Spread Awareness During Mental Health Awareness Month in May
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. In May, NAMI Thurston/Mason joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year they fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families. NAMI Thurston/Mason County is…
New Chamber Member Terra Firma Cosmetics Takes A Holistic Approach To Skincare
by Doria Maselli Being raised with an emphasis on a holistic lifestyle and taught the importance of whole foods at a young age, Meridith Cain, owner of Terra Firma Cosmetics in Lacey, applies the same principles to her all natural line of cosmetics and beauty products. Terra Firma Cosmetics manufactures and sells hundreds of all…
Getting to Know Gotti Sweets
by Alison Bailey • Photos by Heather Harris, Elements Photography Lauren Rogers was a child living in Southern California when she discovered her love of turning butter, sugar and flour into cakes, pies and cookies. Her grandmother lived nearby, and while it was initially the pool in her backyard that fueled Lauren’s desire to visit,…
Business is Booming for Lacey’s Newest 3D Printing Service, C2 3D Manufacturing
by Heidi Smith • Photos by MediaRoom When the global economy slowed to a crawl last spring, the repercussions were immense. Many industries reconsidered how they do business, leading to innovations that will outlast the pandemic. In Lacey, one father/son team saw the potential to fulfill new and emerging needs using skills they already had.…
Leonor R. Fuller Art Gallery Hosts Collaboration Installation
The Leonor R. Fuller Gallery at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) will welcome SPSCC art students in the Collaboration Installation, from May 10 to May 14, 2021. The closing reception is Friday, May 14, 2021 at 5 p.m. SPSCC art students, led by Olympia based artist China Faith Star, will explore form, content, and the…
Summer Running Start Pilot Aims to Reach Underserved Students
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) today announced their participation in a pilot Summer Running Start program focused on reaching underserved high school students. One of three community colleges in Washington State invited to participate, SPSCC will welcome up to 250 students from local urban and rural school districts. Summer Running Start students can take…
Family Support Center of South Sound Turns Mother’s Day into a WHOLE Week of Celebration!
Each year, the Family Support Center of South Sound (FSC) hosts an annual Mother’s Day 5K and FREE 1 Mile Kids run as a way to engage the entire community, encourage fun and healthy family activities, and raise money that supports critical programs and services for families with children and survivors of domestic violence. Since…
THE HANDS ON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM CELEBRATES DENTAL HEALTH MONTH IN MAY
The Hands On Children’s Museum will promote the importance of good oral health throughout the month of May. Children can meet a dentist and receive a free dental screening, enjoy special dental activities, and meet a superhero. Free dental screenings will be offered by reservation from 2-4 pm on four Saturdays in May (1, 8,…