Olympia DNA

01/26/2026

Do you live in downtown Oly?

Everyone who lives downtown is automatically a member of the Downtown Neighbors Association (DNA). But you can also hold a board position, including: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Representative to the CNA (Council of Neighborhood Associations).

DNA is having its annual election on Saturday February 7th at Legends Arcade, from 2:30 - 4pm

E-mail: [email protected]

DNA Board Elections
Where: Legends Arcade
When: Saturday, February 7th, at 2:30 - 4:00PM

01/22/2026

01/08/2026

Registration for Spring Arts Walk 2026 opens January 1!
Sign up online during the month of January and join us on April 24 and 25 in presenting Olympia Spring Arts Walk—a vibrant celebration of creativity featuring the Luminary Procession and the iconic Procession of the Species, brought to life by Earthbound Productions.

Artists of all artforms: Participate with a showcase of your creativity by connecting with a local organization or business location to host you for Arts Walk! Or, submit an artist vendor interest form online during open registration to request a booth space and sell your original works at Arts Walk’s Arts Market, located this spring at Percival Landing. Spaces are limited and assigned in order of applications received.

Businesses: Register to be a Spring Arts Walk destination by hosting a showcase of artists, performers, and/or art activities at your location for Arts Walk. Submit a registration form and fee online during the month of January to secure your spot as a featured venue on the Arts Walk printed map and be part of the action!

Don’t miss out—register online this January at artswalkoly.com and join the celebration that makes Olympia a hub for creativity and the arts!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! Hope everyone had a safe and fun New Year’s Eve. We will be holding our elections on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 2:30 PM at Legends Arcade. We hope to see you there and will share more details closer to the date.

Send a message to learn more

12/31/2025

Local and commuter bus service, Dial-A-Lift and Village Vans will not operate on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1. Service will run as usual on Wednesday, Dec. 31. Happy new year from all of us at Intercity Transit!

12/17/2025

A Wind Advisory has been issued for our area from 4 pm today thru 6 am tomorrow. Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected.

Thunderstorms are possible overnight tonight with higher winds near storm cells.
Winds on valley floor:
o Tonight into Wednesday morning: gusts of 30 to 35 mph
o Thursday: gusts of 40 to 45 mph

Power outages are possible in any strong weather event. Stay storm-ready with SUB by checking your outage kit, or preparing one if you haven't already:

🔌 Charge your devices
🔋 Check batteries in flashlights
🚨 Review your household emergency plan
🫗 Store 1 gal of water per person per day for emergencies
And visit our website for more tips and updated info on outages
https://www.subutil.com/outages/

As always, stay safe by staying away from downed power lines!
Report downed lines to 911 and SUB.

12/16/2025

Last meeting of the year! 🎉🥳

Join us on Tuesday to talk about upcoming advocacy opportunities, board elections, and more! Email us for details for the virtual link.

All are welcome! Come to talk, meet your neighbors, and organize.

12/11/2025

12/06/2025

Holiday Ceramics Sale, December 12 and 13 at the Olympia Center

222 Columbia St NW
Room 206

12/04/2025

Check out our Welcome Wall the next time you're in the library! A partnership with Thurston County Public Health and Social Services, this interactive display asks people to consider what makes them feel welcome in the community. The project highlights the importance of a feeling of belonging, which is central to preventing isolation and loneliness. Share what makes you feel welcome and check out what others have said - looking forward to seeing your sticky note displayed! 🥰🖊️🗒️

11/20/2025

Reminder: The December 12 deadline to apply to serve on City advisory committees is less than a month away.

For more information, including committee vacancies and how to apply, visit https://mailchi.mp/olympiawa.gov/city-seeks-to-fill-vacancies-on-advisory-boards-commissions-and-committees-7jno07t0hv. Questions? Contact [email protected] or 360.753.8065.

Image: social media graphic for recruitment of advisory committee members.

11/18/2025

Meeting this week on Wednesday. Email us for details for the virtual link.

All are welcome! Come to talk, meet your neighbors, and organize.