This Week in Downtown August 10 « Olympia Downtown Association

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August 9 to 15

Upcoming Community Events

Contemporary Northwest Arts Exhibit
June 17 through September 19
This juried art exhibit going through September 19 showcases the work of contemporary Native American artists. Guests will see how today’s native art connects traditional artistic heritage and contemporary forms of expression. A jury comprised of local experts in Native American art selected the featured artwork. Admission to the museum is $6 to $8.

The 2010 exhibit awards include Best of Show, Honoring the Northwest, Honoring the Ancestors, Honoring Innovation, Museum’s Choice, Legacy Gallery LTD Award, Artists’ Choice, Pendelton Award and People’s Choice.

The Washington State History Museum is located at 211 SW 21st Ave. The museum is open Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information call 753-2580.

Art Display
August

Maitri Sojourner invites you to view her artwork at Batdorf and Bronson’s coffee shop (516 Capitol Way S) through the month of August. On display is work from her series The Polyakovs that Maitri created for a short story her daughter wrote. This will most likely be the last time this work will be on display.

Also on display are two landscapes – one of Eagle Crest, Oregon and another of the Taos Pueblo village. The pueblo is an incredible place, inhabited for at least 1,000 years by the native Pueblo people. Their sacred circle contains ancient adobe homes and hornos (baking ovens) still inhabited and in use today. The circle has no running water (except for the small stream that travels through it from their sacred Blue Lake) or electricity. It was beautiful and easy to inspire the creative process!

Cropsey
August 10, 6:30 pm; August 11, 9 pm; August 12, 6:30 pm; August 14, 9 pm; August 16, 6:30 pm; August 17, 9 pm; August 18, 6:30 pm; August 19, 4 and 9 pm

A gripping documentary dressed in the guise of a disquieting tale of terror, Cropsey drags a notorious urban legend out into the harsh light of day and shines a spotlight on its true origins. What begins as a lighthearted investigation into a scary childhood story involving a killer with a rusty, metal hook that was a staple around campfires during the filmmakers’ Staten Island upbringing transforms into something different when grim reality creeps in; as inquiries unearth a notorious case involving local child murders, an abandoned mental institution and the past abuses that took place there, and the arrest of a former employee who may or may not be responsible for the horrendous crimes. As chilling as it is fascinating, Jeannette Catsoulis of the New York Times says, Cropsey is, “Creepy even in broad daylight”.

This film is at the Capitol Theater, 206 5th Ave SE. For more information visit the Olympia Film Society’s website.

I Am Love
August 10, 9 pm; August 11, 6:30 pm; August 12, 4 and 9 pm

In I Am Love, Oscar winning actress Tilda Swinton plays a woman hemmed in by family, who is finally released from her bonds by the power of carnal desire. Emma is a Russian immigrant who has married into a wealthy Italian family. For 16 years she’s made due planning elaborate parties among the finery of their lavish home, while never being quite accepted by her adopted relations. Her futile existence changes on the day she meets Antonio, a hired hand recruited to prepare an ornate meal for a holiday get-together. As the two throw themselves into a passionate affair, Emma’s depleted spirit awakens to the joy and reality of her womanhood that has lain dormant for years. Rodger Ebert of The Chicago Sun Times, says, “I Am Love” is an amazing film. It is deep, rich, and human.”

This film is at the Capitol Theater, 206 5th Ave SE. For more information visit the Olympia Film Society’s website.

DVD Showing of Big Mind – Big Heart Revealed with Genpo Roshi
August 11, 7 pm

Join Motion in Balance Studio to view this remarkable film. This is the concluding evening of the mediation series with Blaine Snow, however, the film is open to all. This viewing is FREE.

See what the reviewers say: “A remarkable new method for catalyzing deep insights that may otherwise require long and arduous effort,” Roger Walsh.

“Once you’ve walked through the Big Mind process, the door to the transcendent is open, and practice will let you deepen that recognition,” Swami Sally Kempton.

“The Big Mind process is an astonishingly original, profound and effective path for waking up, or seeing one’s True Nature. It is such a simple and universal practice it can be used in any spiritual path you wish, or even by itself, as a practice for realizing your True Self,” Ken Wilber.

The showing is on August 11. There will be an orientation discussion at 7 pm. The presentation of the dvd will be at 7:10 pm and there will be a group discussion at 8:30 pm.

This event is at Motion in Balance Studio, 219 Legion Way SW, Suite 203-A. For more information contact Motion in Balance at 556-2619.

Music in the Park welcomes Tacoma Concert Band
August 11, 7 pm

Music in the Park summer concert series are FREE organized by the Olympia Downtown Association.

The Tacoma Concert Band performs a wide range of musical styles including works of such varied composers as JS Bach, Alfred Reed, Richard Wagner, John Philip Sousa and other great composers past and present. The band was formed by conductor Robert Musser in 1981, comprised of 60 woodwind, brass and percussion players and one string bass from the Tacoma, Seattle and lower Puget Sound areas.

Enter the free raffle for two outdoor folding chairs at each concert before the concert begins. Free tickets are available at the white event tent; must be present to win. Support this wonderful community event by purchasing a Music in the Park t-shirt for $12 or a commemorative button for $2. Both are available at each concert and at the Olympia Downtown Association office located at: 116 5th Avenue, Suite F, Olympia. The concert is at Sylvester Park. Sponsored by Bliss Investments & Wealth Care, Inc.

For more information contact the Olympia Downtown Association at 357-8948, odaevent@tss.net or visit www.musicintheparkolympia.com.

Capital Playhouse Presents Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Mikado
August 12 to 15

Capital Playhouse’s summer season closes with Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Mikado August 12 to 15. The Playhouse’s summer exchange students from France continue their experiences on stage with The Mikado! Arthur Sullivan and W. S. Gilbert’s ninth of their fourteen operatic collaborations is one of the most frequently played musical theatre pieces in history! Undiminished in popularity, audiences still delight in the tale of Nanki-Poo and his thwarted passion for the lovely Yum-Yum. Don’t miss the last show of Capital Playhouse’s summer season!

The Mikado performances run August 12 to 15, Thursday through Sunday at 7:30 pm with a Sunday matinee at 2 pm. Tickets are $19 for adults, $14 for seniors (60+) and youth (16 and under). Call the Washington Center Box Office or go online to purchase advance tickets: 753-8586 or www.olytix.org. Tickets available at the door two hours prior to show time. All performances at South Puget Sound Community College’s KJM Center for the Arts at 2011 Mottman Rd in Olympia.

For more information visit http://www.capitalplayhouse.com/ or call 943-2744.

Free Wine Tastings
August 13, 5 to 7 pm
Every Friday, Olympic Wine Merchant is doing free wine tastings from 5 to 7 pm at the store. Come by and taste their delicious wines!

Olympic Wine Merchant is located at 101 Capitol Way N, Suite 106. For more information contact Olympic Wine Merchant at 786-9463.

An Evening with Shemekia Copeland
August 13, doors opem at 7 pm, show starts at 8 pm

KAOS 89.3 FM and the Olympia Film Society present an Evening with Shemekia Copeland.

At a young age, Shemekia Copeland is already a force to be reckoned with in the blues.

While still in her 20s, she’s opened for the Rolling Stones, headlined at the Chicago Blues Festival and numerous festivals around the world, scored critics choice awards on both sides of the Atlantic and shared the stage with such luminaries as Buddy Guy, BB King, Taj Mahal and John Mayer.

Copeland’s passion for singing, matched with her huge, blast-furnace voice, gives her music a timeless power and a heart-pounding urgency. Her music comes from deep within her soul and from the streets where she grew up, surrounded by the everyday sounds of the city – street performers, gospel singers, blasting radios, bands in local parks and so much more.

Heir to the rich tradition of soul-drenched divas like Ruth Brown, Etta James and Koko Taylor, Copeland’s shot at the eventual title of Queen of the Blues is pretty clear. By some standards, she may already be there!

The cost is $15 for Olympia Film Society (OFS) members and $20 for general admission tickets. Tickets are available now at www.brownpapertickets.com, Rainy Day Records (301 5th Ave SE) and at the box office on the night of the show. This is an all ages event.

Cinderella’s Closet Ballroom Blitz Fundraiser Event
August 13, 7:30 pm

Come dance the night away and support Cinderella’s Closet, a non-profit organization giving back to the community by lending girls and women everything they need for any special event.

There will be live music featuring THE REPLAY, a very fun local cover band. All ages are welcome, casual attire recommended. Doors open at The Olympia Ballroom at 116 Legion Way at 7:30 pm. The band will play two sets with an intermission. The Urban Onion will provide a no-host bar for adults. A suggested donation of $5 per person at the door and we also encourage our guests to consider donating to our scholarship fund which provides deserving high school girls the opportunity to borrow everything they need to attend their school dances free of charge.

For more information contact 790-3264.

Movies at the Mansion
Friday Nights in August
Doors open 8:30 pm, remarks 8:45 pm, movie starts 9 pm

The State Capital Museum invites you to join them Friday nights in August for the Movies at the Mansion film series. Bring a chair and a warm blanket for sundown viewing, while enjoying a classic American cinema on the front lawn of the historic Lord Mansion, home of the museum. In case of rain, the films will be shown in the museum’s Coach House.

A suggested donation of $2 per person is appreciated. Snacks and drinks can be purchased before and during the presentation. Complimentary coffee provided by Batdorf and Bronson.

Schedule:

AUGUST 13
The Maltese Falcon
Starring Humphrey Bogart and Peter Lorre. Spade and Archer is the name of a San Francisco detective agency. That’s for Sam Spade and Miles Archer. The two men are partners, but Sam doesn’t like Miles much. A knockout who goes by the name of Miss Wanderly walks into their office; and by that night everything’s changed. John Huston directs this film noir.

Co-sponsored by Odominus Investigative Solution.

AUGUST 20
North by Northwest
Starring Cary Grant and directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

A gang of spies mistakes middle-aged Madison Avenue advertising executive Roger O Thornhill for a government agent. He gets involved in a series of misadventures and is pursued across the states by both the spies and the government whilst being helped by a beautiful blonde.

Sponsored by Retired Northwest Pilots. Film introduced by Director of Outreach Services for the Washington State Historical Society, Garry Schalliol.

AUGUST 27
Adam’s Rib
Starring Spencer Tracey and Katharine Hepburn.

When a woman attempts to kill her uncaring husband, prosecutor Adam Bonner gets the case. Unfortunately for him, his wife Amanda (who happens to be a lawyer too) decides to defend the woman in court. Amanda uses everything she can to win the case and Adam gets mad about it. As a result, their perfect marriage is disturbed by everyday quarrels.

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Wine Tasting Bar Opening
On Saturday, August 14, McCrea Cellars and Salida Wines will open Olympia’s first wine tasting bar, located in the beautiful New Caldonia building at 116 5th Ave SE.
Join them in an exciting afternoon celebrating the internationally renowned bottlings of McCrea Cellars, the founder of Washington State’s Provencal style wines. Vina Salida, a new conception of winemaker Doug McCrea, features Spain’s most prominent grape, Tempranillo, a succulent, delicious red with the heart of a bull.
If you enjoy rich and bold wines that jump out of your glass, then don’t miss the festivities beginning at high noon. It will be a wonderful celebration of our vibrant and growing Olympia downtown with a splash of “bon vivant”!

Belleza Ropa presents Fall 2010!

Belleza Ropa is filling fast with the best of Fall 2010!

Jump on the best selection right now and visit Belleza Ropa for the clothing to take you into fall. Their favorite handmade shoes from Portugal, Fidji, JUST arrived! They also received about a billion Smartwool socks! And gorgeous layering pieces, sweaters and waterproof boots from Privo!

Also, as the seasons change, Belleza Ropa has many new markdowns, 30% to 50% off! Great time to pick up some great deals!

Belleza Ropa is located at 101 Capital Way N. For more information contact them at 352-7672 or visit their website at www.bellezaropa.com. Belleza Ropa is open from 10 am to 6 pm every day.

Booth for Sale
The Olympia Lacey Tumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau has a mobile booth for sale.

Mobile Booth For Sale
Generator ready
Front and back stairs
Latticework for aesthetics around wheels
Could be a great espresso, snack bar or information center
$2,500 or best offer

Interested? Contact the Olympia Lacey Tumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau at 704-7544 or info@visitolympia.com.

Call for Art
Olympia City Hall Interior
The City of Olympia is seeking to purchase original studio art, two-dimensional or low relief wall mounted art, for permanent installation, created and submitted by experienced artists who reside or create their work in a studio within 30 miles of the new City Hall in Olympia. Works of art will be considered for four specific walls inside the new City Hall. The application is available on the city’s website. To receive an application by mail, please contact Olympia Arts & Events Program at 709-2678. The deadline for application is October 11.

Civil Service Commissioner Recruitment
The City of Olympia is accepting applications for Civil Service Commissioner. This is a non-paid position appointed by the City Manager. Commissioners must reside in the City of Olympia and be US citizens who are registered to vote in Thurston County. Application information is posted on the City of Olympia website, and is available for pick-up at Olympia City Hall, 900 Plum St SE, during normal working hours. The position is open until filled. The Olympia Civil Service Commission is a quasi-judicial body that hears and rules on appeals by employees of the Olympia Police and Fire Departments or the general public on a variety of personnel/human resource issues including methods of examination, appointment or promotion, and disciplinary actions. Rulings by the Civil Service Commission may be appealed to Superior Court, which shall determine if the Commission’s decision was or was not made in good faith for cause.

The Civil Service Commission meets once monthly, currently the fourth Friday of each month, beginning at 1 pm. Meetings vary in length, but most often are under one hour. Occasionally, special meetings are required when there are appeals to management decisions or when an action needs to be taken before the next regularly scheduled meeting. The Commission does not meet if there are no items on the agenda.

For more information contact Cathy Raymond, Human Services Director and Civil Service Chief Examiner at 753-8307.

Capitol Lake Improvement and Protection Association (CLIPA)

Here is some information provided by the group wanting to improve and protect Capitol Lake. Click here for more information.

Dash Shuttle Cuts Being Considered
Public Encouraged to Comment

The Intercity Transit Authority has made budget cuts this year in response to record low sales tax revenue, the agency’s primary source of operating funds. Due to the continued loss of revenue and the current spending down of local revenue reserves to maintain existing transit services, the Authority is now considering cuts to the Dash shuttle to help Intercity Transit address its current budget shortfall. However, transit officials indicated any changes to Dash, popular among downtown Olympia merchants, employees and legislators, would occur only after considering community input.

The Dash route, which circulates between the east and west Capitol Campus and the Olympia Farmers Market, traveling through downtown Olympia, a 2.2 mile route operating every 12 to 15 minutes, has performed well during each Legislative session since it began operating five years ago. However, during the ‘off-session’, May to December, route performance drops, although many downtown area workers, residents and regional visitors regularly use the route.

Transit officials indicate that since the shuttle shares the same north-south corridor (Capitol Way) as several other routes, and since it is Intercity Transit’s only free service, it is an obvious route to consider cutting during these lean economic times.

Depending on Transit Authority action, the reduction of Dash service could begin as early as later this fall when the state legislature is not in session. Other options being considered are to operate Dash during the 2011 Legislative session and then discontinue it for the remainder of the year, discontinue the route for the whole year or consider other options that reduce the operating times and/or frequency of Dash.

The potential shuttle service reduction comes as the Intercity Transit Authority, the agency’s governing board, directed staff to reduce Intercity Transit’s annual budget by approximately three percent. The transit district made most of the identified operational cuts earlier this year, but the largest chunk of the $1.2 million target would come from the proposed reduction or elimination of Dash, estimated to save the agency up to $750,000 annually.

Intercity Transit encourages public comment on the issue. Information is available online or at Customer Service at the Olympia Transit Center. Comments can be made by emailing tellus@intercitytransit.com, calling 705-5852, mailing PO Box 659, Olympia, WA 98507 or in person at a workshop or public hearing. All comments must be received by 4 pm Wednesday, September 1 to be considered.

Public Open Houses:
Thursday, August 19, 11:30 to 1:30 pm
Capitol Campus – to be held on a Dash bus
North Diagonal parking area, near Winged Victory Monument

Thursday, August 19, 4:30 to 6:30 pm
Olympia Center, room MR103, 222 Columbia St NW, Olympia

Public Hearing:
Wednesday, September 1, 5:30 pm
Intercity Transit Board Room, 526 Pattison St SE, Olympia

The Transit Authority will not take action on the Dash shuttle issue until mid September, when it will also know the outcome of a local sales tax increase request on the August Primary ballot. Should the measure pass, additional funds generated through local sales tax would be directed to Intercity Transit to support local transit services. Should the measure not pass, transit officials say Intercity Transit’s financial and operational outlook will be bleak.

The Dash shuttle provides approximately 108,400 rides each year and about 434,000 rides during its first four years of operation. It was established in 2006 to increase access and activity in downtown Olympia and the Capitol Campus and help mitigate parking issues. The shuttle, similar to others operating in many other communities around the country, is also intended to enhance the experience of people working, recreating and visiting the area.

Though supported by community organizations and the state government, the Dash shuttle does not have any funding partners. For information on the Dash shuttle, contact Intercity Transit Customer Service at 786-1881 (800-287-6348) or www.intercitytransit.com.

Dash Shuttle Resumes Saturday Service
Dash
Saturday service operates from 9 am to 5 pm and serves the Farmers Market, downtown Olympia along Capitol Way and the West Capitol Campus. The shuttle does not serve the East Capitol Campus on Saturdays, although it does on weekdays. The shuttle’s regular weekday service remains the same, operating from 6:45 am until 7:15 pm, running through the East and West Capitol Campus, and along Capitol Way to and from the Market district.

Transit officials estimate the use of the popular shuttle at nearly 34,000 boardings thus far this year, well over 600 boardings each day on average. The shuttle carried just under 125,000 rides last year and about 469,000 rides to date since it began operating in 2006. Intercity Transit established the shuttle service with strong support from the City of Olympia, Olympia Downtown Association, the Port of Olympia, the Washington State Legislature and Department of General Administration and the area’s Visitor and Convention Bureau. The shuttle service helps alleviate traffic and parking concerns while encouraging activity and access to downtown Olympia and the state capitol.

For more information on the Dash shuttle or other Intercity Transit transportation services, call Intercity Transit customer service at 786-1881 or visit intercitytransit.com.

Fashionable Eyeglass Holders Now Available at VUE

Just in – eyeglass holders custom designed and individually created in sterling and semi-precious stones. A beautiful solution to your dilemma of where to hang your sunglasses or readers. These arenʼt your grandmotherʼs eyeglass holders! See the selection at VUE – Vision Uniquely Experienced, 116 5th Ave SE, Suite J. Open 10 am to 6 pm Tuesday through Friday and 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday. Contact us at
489-0626 or drjeske@vueolympia.com and visit our website www.vueolympia.com for updates.

Free Employee Parking
The Smart Lot will be open until the end of the year! The City of Olympia Parking Services offers this FREE temporary off-street parking permit to employees of downtown businesses. One of Parking Services purposes is to help maintain the vibrant commercial downtown center by freeing up on-street parking spaces for business patron and customer use.

To get the permit, visit City of Olympia Parking Services at 117 Legion Way SW. For more information please contact City of Olympia Parking Services at 753-8017 or http://olyurl.me/51. You will need to get a new permit each month so remember to visit Parking Services at 117 Legion Way SW.

Free Public Art Tours

Looking for a great FREE activity for yourself or out-of-town guests? Take a guided tour along Olympia’s scenic waterfront to learn about the public art that is both shaped by and defines our community! Sponsored by Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation and the Olympia Arts Commission, tours leave every Saturday through September at 11 am by the mural of the big wave at 4th Ave and Water St. Tours take approximately one and a half hours and include information on The Kiss, South Sound Map, From the Laws of Man to the Laws of Nature and Park of the Seven Oars. For more information call Olympia Arts and Events at 709-2678.

Greta Jane Quartet
Enjoy Mondays at The Royal with The Greta Jane Quartet from 9:30 pm to midnight. The Royal Lounge at 300 Capital Way is the place to be! Put your best summer clothes on and sip cocktails as Greta sings you songs of nature, time and space – all in jazz time of course.

GYROKINESIS® Beginner Class
GYROKINESIS® exercises are being offered at Motion in Balance Studio. The class is every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. The classes will focus on breath and movement to achieve joint mobility and core strengthening. The class fee is $12 to drop in or $40 for a four-class card. Call 556-2619 for more information or to reserve a spot.

Improving Streets around City Hall

Beginning Monday, August 9, changes will be made to the blocks surrounding the new City Hall Building. Work is expected to be complete Friday, August 13. Area drivers should expect delays and alternate routes are encouraged. Please obey flaggers; they are there to protect you.

Paving Will Affect On-Street Parking

The final asphalt paving on 4th and 5th Avenues and Cherry Street next to City Hall will begin Monday August 9. On-street parking will be temporarily suspended on these streets to accommodate paving.

New Bike Facilities on 4th Avenue

Following the paving, a bike lane will be striped on two blocks of 4th Avenue from Jefferson Street to Chestnut Street. The width for the bike lanes comes from reducing the three motor vehicle lanes to two. In addition to the bike lane, there will be more width added to the on-street parking stalls. An analysis of present and future traffic volumes indicates that the removal of one of the three lanes on 4th Avenue will not cause increased traffic delays.

On 4th Avenue from Chestnut Street to Plum Street, the right turn lane will remain. Because there is not adequate width for a bike lane, street signs and markings will be installed to inform motorists and bicyclists to “share the road” for this one block. The new bike lane and shared lane will connect bicyclists to the existing bike lane on 4th Avenue, which starts at Plum Street.

More Information

If you have any questions concerning these bike lanes, please contact Dave Smith at the City of Olympia Public Works Department, 753-8496. If you have construction questions, contact Chuck Dower, City of Olympia Engineering Plans Examiner, at 753-8254.

Jefferson St Closure
Due to construction part of Jefferson St will be closed. Click here for the press release and here for the map.

Leased Parking
The parking lot across from Capital Plumbing and Heating at 424 Jefferson St and 5th Ave is now open for leased parking. This new parking lot offers a low price of $40 a month. The lot is close to everything in downtown! For more information call 918-6544.

Plants and Planets
Radiance Herbs & Massage presents the ongoing class Plants and Planets: Aligning with Celestial Influences.

This class is the third Thursday of each month from 6:45 to 8:15 pm at Traditions Fair Trade, 5th Ave and Water St.

A look at the month ahead and the celestial energies in store for us. You will discuss how to support yourselves through the planetary transits with herbal medicines, gemstones, flower essences and other gifts of the Earth. Come join this lively community happening, exploring how the big picture relates to our town and our lives.

For those unable to attend, the eight to 12 page monthly newsletter is available by subscription. In addition, newsletters as well as newly available CD recordings of the talks can be purchased at Radiance each month. Offered by astrologer Rosie Finn and herbalist Carol Trasatto.

The cost of the class is $10 and includes the newsletter. Drop-ins welcome! For subscription information call Rose at 867-9177.

PSE Green Power Rewards

If you are a PSE (Puget Sound Energy) Green Power customer, you recently received a Green Power Rewards card in the mail. It entitles you to discounts at local businesses, like Home Body.

Like what, you ask? How about a facial for only $50? For those of you who aren’t PSE Green Power customers, it’s a little push to join…right? And Home Body will extend you an offer, too: a $10 Brow Design. Learn more about Home Body’s Skin Spa treatments on their website and call Melissa at 943-5810 to schedule.

Home Body looks forward to seeing you soon! And feel free to share with a friend.

Ralph’s and Bayview Thriftway on Facebook
Ralph’s and Bayview Thriftway are now on Facebook! Here is the link to check them out: http://www.facebook.com/RalphsandBayview.

Saturday Play Days
The cherry on top of the cake for your weekend visit to Wind Up Here! Every Saturday from 2 to 4 pm Wind Up Here will have a free activity to partake in. Great art and science and silly fun like Giant Windbags, Paper Bead Making, Watercolor Arts, Slime Making, Stablemate Horses Painting, Paper Crafts, Beading and tons of other activities to whet the creative appetite! Grab a current activity schedule at the counter at Wind Up Here or check http://olyurl.me/57 for a list of specific activities. Wind Up Here is located at 121 5th Ave SE. For more information contact them at 943-9045.

Summer Raffles
Lindsey, Terra Firma’s esthetician, is doing a special for the summer (June, July and August), Summer Raffles!

Also at Terra Firma, tips for makeup! Are you wondering how to properly highlight and bronze for the summer? Want to know how often you should switch our your mascara? Click here for all kinds of tips and tricks and informative how to’s in the makeup world!

Terra Firma Cosmetics is located at 202 5th Ave SE. For more information call 489-1498.

Volunteer Opportunity
The Visitor’s Center is looking to fill the following shifts:
August 15: 11 am to 1 pm, 1 to 3 pm
August 21: 11 am to 1 pm, 1 to 3 pm
August 22: 11 am to 1 pm, 1 to 3 pm
August 28: 1 to 3 pm
August 29: 11 am to 1 pm, 1 to 3 pm
September 4: 1 to 3 pm
September 5: 11 am to 1 pm, 1 to 3 pm

If you are interested please call Michelle at the Visitor & Convention Bureau at 704-7544.

Water Education and Technology Center Opens in August

LOTT’s new Water Education and Technology (WET) Center opens its doors in August. The WET Center provides a fun, hands-on opportunity for people of all ages to learn about water, where it comes from and how we use it, clean it and recycle it. Located at 500 Adams St NE, the center is open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Saturday, except holidays. Admission is free.

Besides exploring the exhibit gallery, visitors can take part in Saturday activities which, in August, include:

August 14 Grand Opening Day
The Grand Opening celebration will be a fun day with tours of the new building’s green features, refreshments, kite-making and other classroom activities, a toilet bowl bean-bag toss competition, and, of course, exploring the exhibit gallery! The dedication ceremony will take place at 1 pm. Tours of the treatment plant will also be offered for visitors age 10 and up (no sandals, flip flops or clogs allowed for plant tours).

August 21 Get Out of My Hair: Toxins in Personal Care
Jennifer Johnson from Thurston County Environmental Health will be on hand for a 60-minute presentation on toxins in personal care products and alternatives we can choose to protect ourselves. You’ll learn about health concerns, how to read labels, helpful websites and safer alternatives. Participants will make an all-natural lip balm to take home, to remind them they can keep looking and smelling good without toxic products! The presentation will take place at 1 pm.

August 28 Sand in the City
The Hands On Childrens’ Museum will be hosting Sand in the City activities just a few blocks away at the Port Plaza. Visitors to the WET Center can conduct their own sand filter experiment and learn how sand filters are used to make reclaimed water. This is also the weekend for students to receive their free back-to-school book covers featuring the water cycle!

For more information visit LOTT’s website.

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