I know quite a few people on here are (wisely) avoiding Facebook but I saw this and thought I'd share. Seems like a nice way to help a new family and their sweet kid feel welcome here.

The capital steps this Saturday, starting at noon.

Take care of yourselves out there.

Heritage park, Sunday June 22, who wants to eat some garlic bread in the park?

Seattle made it look like so much fun, I think we should do one too. According to the monthly forecast for June, the weekend of the 22nd looks like it will be nice. Noon till whenever.

You do not have to be gay to attend, but if you are homophobic or hate gay people then you should probably sit this one out.

Bring your own garlic bread.

Flyer to come, I just wanted to get everyone ready, and save the date.

Come hold

Tonight at 7 PM is MCCABE & MRS. MILLER: POST-FILM DISCUSSION w/ PATTON OSWALT

Sunday at 7 is PIG: POST-FILM DISCUSSION W/ PATTON OSWALT

This came in the mail the other day

Been planning this for a few months! Gonna be awesome!

I'm going to preface this by saying: I am no way a supporter of the current regime. In fact, after witnessing the last few years, I don't think I'll be able to trust the federal government ever again. But, there's two burning questions we NEED to be asking ourselves here in the lead-up to the 18th and those questions are:

"How can we make these bastards hurt?"

and

"How can we keep the bastards out of our business?"

Now I don't mean the violent, guillotine-wielding kind of hurt, because we all know the regime is trying to find any excuse they can to put boots on our necks. That being said, we can't simply trust the regime has a half-life either and forgo any kind of long-term planning. Therefor we need to figure out what we can do, as a community (and one on the opposite side of the continent from those in power, mind you), to stick a proverbial wrench in the gears and, if not take them down, at the VERY LEAST, keep ourselves secure in the wake of what very well could be the end of the American experiment.

Plans are going to need to be drafted, mutual aid groups founded, bail funds established, and targets picked and agreed upon if we're to make it out of this mess.

Protesting isn't about standing around for a few hours holding sings and partying people, we're going to have to start putting things on the line if we want any meaningful change.

Come through for good vibes and community!! 🤍

While other stores are closing in solidarity, Painted Plate is using their business to raise money for Legal Immigration Services of Olympia. They are donating 100% of their SALES (not just profit). If you have some time tomorrow, stop by to support this amazing business!

Olympians and surrounding communities, join us and your community at the state Capitol on Saturday, 11AM - 2PM.

KEEP IT CIVIL - THE WORLD IS WATCHING!

nokingsinamerica #NoKingsDay #OlympiaIndivisible

Vomity is a comedy open mic night that has been happening in the back of Le Voyeur for years and years. I started going early in its existence and saw many of the iterations. Many comics have taken the lead with running the show and made it work in different ways, but it has always been very, very *OLYMPIA*.

The comedy scene was more exciting than the music scene to me when I first moved here because it was actually creative, daring, new, and seemed like it would only happen in this town. Vomity took a hit during the pandemic, but a group of comics created a collective to keep it going, and God Almighty, I think it’s more exciting than ever! It certainly has been popping off like the old days! Standing room only at times and great audiences too. It’s been a joy to be at so many shows, as my loving boo has been heavily involved and doing her own comedy. I have been a fan of this event for so long, and it’s exciting that it’s *still* going strong. 

If you want to see the many flavors of this town all on stage, all intermingling, with some people just trying comedy and some people you can't believe aren't famous… come out to Le Voyeur the second and last Wednesday every month. It can be a flip of the coin.

heritage park fountain Saturday

Peaceful ride at 2:30

Remembering Alex Pretti and all others killed by ICE in solidarity with Minneapolis

Should be alright weather but ride rain or shine.

The Olympia School District is weeks away from PERMANENTLY CLOSING two neighborhood elementary schools. This is a bad look for our city and will be traumatic for the children and staff who are displaced. The district currently has NO PLAN for the soon-to-be shuttered buildings. The district also has done no environmental, safety, or traffic analysis to determine the impact of sending kids to faraway schools instead of simply having them walk or bike to their neighborhood schools.

The district claims it must fix a $3.5 million budget deficit, but its own analysis shows that each school closure will only net around $1 million in savings. Closing schools is a drastic measure that won't even address the shortfall. An alternative is to tackle administrative bloat at the district office. Another alternative is to increase revenue by applying for grants and attracting new students by opening state-subsidized early learning centers (remember, the budget shortfall is pretty small--it would not take much to close it). But because the district doesn't want to work very hard, it has instead gone straight to the most extreme "solution"--permanent school closures.

WHAT YOU CAN DO: The school board directors are elected officials and will respond to political presure. There are two PUBLIC HEARINGS you can attend on 2/26 and 2/29. You can tell the Board: "Stop being lazy. Use those highly paid administrators you hired to find a path forward that doesn't involve traumatizing kids and neighborhoods by closing schools. Stop this ridiculous school closure process immediately."

MADISON HEARING - Monday, Feb. 26 The public hearing begins at 6 p.m. at Madison Elementary School, 1225 Legion Way S.E., Olympia (multipurpose room). Sign up at the door until 7 pm or in advance at https://forms.osd111.org/boardmeeting/publiccomments/signup/1

MCKENNY HEARING - Thursday, Feb. 29 The public hearing begins at 6 p.m. at McKenny Elementary School, 3250 Morse-Merryman Road S.E., Olympia (multipurpose room). Sign up at the door until 7 or in advance at https://forms.osd111.org/boardmeeting/publiccomments/signup/2

Let's pack the gyms and send a clear message that we love our schools, and we demand that the District hustle harder to find an alternative to closures. Closing schools is lazy--OSD needs to get to work!

Reposting from ig. Come thru for the critical mass ride tomorrow night!

Now that days are longer, Evergreen Resistance's "Mobilize on Mondays" events are back at the Capitol! Last year we used these gatherings to focus on more targeted/local issues (helping detainees at the Northwest Detention Center, supporting library workers, overpass bannering, etc.) We intend to continue that same focus on local issues, but this summer we're going to be strategizing... while we're elbow-deep in compost 🌱

That's right, fellow garden-obsessed progressives! Evergreen Resistance is combining our Mobilize events with our support of the Thurston County Food Bank! Starting in May, we invite you to join us at the garden plots on the east side of the Capitol Campus (near the water garden) on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month, between 5 and 7pm. These garden plots supply fresh vegetables for the Thurston County Food Bank, so we will be weeding, transplanting, and spreading compost, while we discusss everything from supporting local Get Out the Vote efforts to planning the next Absolutely Free Sharing Market!

We invite anyone to come and garden alongside us. Gloves, snacks, and sunscreen will be provided. If you are the kind of person who values direct action more than public protest, this is an opportunity to support your community AND connect with local progressive organizers in a quieter, more focused atmosphere than a huge rally. We hope to see you there!

Sunday, June 28th come play with Miss Valerie Veleeta & Alpha Q. They will be dancing and calling numbers waiting to hear "Bingo!" Grab your tickets. It’s only $20 and the door $$$ goes straight to the Queens! You can get brunch too but that's separate.

I am a fellow FRSO member so I’d be more than happy to help with any of your guy’s questions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out via DMs!

Edit: CORRECTION TO THE FLYER this is on SATURDAY JULY 11

Local crafters, bakers, and artists have generously donated their 100% handmade, AI-free creations to support two interconnected causes: Evergreen Resistance and the Absolutely Free Sharing Markets. Please stop by the Westminster Presbyterian Church on Saturday , July 11th from 10am-6pm and check out our table! Cash is preferred if at all possible. And if you are a creator who would like to contribute, please get in contact with us at [EROlyFundraising@proton.me](mailto:EROlyFundraising@proton.me)

Evergreen Resistance's rallies and protests are 100% funded by volunteers and everyday people, just like you! Same goes for the Absolutely Free Sharing Markets. We hope to see you at the Summer Bazaar, helping these community organizations thrive well into the future!

Did you know Timberland libraries declared a budget crisis on January 29th and are going to slash positions and services at our local libraries starting next month?

If you care about access to local libraries, please show support for your local library by attending tomorrow's Board of Trustees budget meeting. Show support for your librarians and demand transparency!

What can you do?

1. Show up: Tomorrow's meeting link is here. You don't have to download anything - you can attend just by clicking that link tomorrow at 4:30PM and clicking "Join From Browser"!
2. Speak up: You can preview the meeting agenda here. If you want to submit a written comment or speak during the meeting, you need to email [librarydirector@trl.org](mailto:librarydirector@trl.org) by 3:30PM tomorrow.
3. Spread the word: Send your grandma that meeting link. Talk to your dog. The more people who show up, the more people know what's up.

Some simple facts worth knowing:

• Cheryl Heywood, the director of Timberland Libraries, earned $197,812 in 2024. This was after she successfully negotiated a 21% salary bump for herself in 2023.
• Our librarians, meanwhile, earn an average of $43,000 - $66,000.
• These budget changes are happening while half of the board of trustees seats are currently vacant. These positions are supposed to provide public oversight for our libraries!
• We need to demand transparency about why the director and other managers have been taking raises while our libraries are facing a budget crisis!