Thurston County Inclusion

08/10/2026

🌱 A BIG THANK YOU to Eastside Urban Farm & Garden Store!

We’re so grateful to our friends at Eastside Urban Farm & Garden for their generous gift card donation to Thurston County Inclusion Summer Camp!

Thanks to their support, we were able to purchase the succulents, soil, and supplies needed for a fun, hands-on gardening activity! 🪴

During Week 1, participants got creative decorating their own custom planters using Mod Podge and fabric. Then, in Week 4, we brought those planters back out for the next step—creating their very own personalized succulent gardens!

Participants chose from a variety of succulents, added soil, planted their selections, and created a one-of-a-kind garden to bring home. We loved watching their creations come full circle!

This activity wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of Eastside Urban Farm & Garden Store. Thank you for helping us provide creative, meaningful, and inclusive experiences for our Summer Camp participants!

🌱 Be sure to check them out and shop local!
Learn more at urbanfarmoly.com

08/07/2026

A huge thank you to Autism Acres for welcoming Thurston County Inclusion's Teen Travel Camp to your incredible space a few weeks ago!

Our participants had an unforgettable day exploring everything Autism Acres has to offer—from the foam party and splash pad to the barn activities, outdoor adventure course, and quad rides. As you can see from the photos, there were smiles everywhere and memories made that will last a lifetime!

We are so grateful for community partners like Autism Acres who create inclusive, welcoming environments where individuals can play, explore, and simply have fun. Thank you for your continued partnership and for providing such a valuable resource for families in our community.

If you'd like to learn more about Autism Acres, support their mission, or plan a visit, check them out at https://autismacres.org/.

Thank you, Autism Acres, for helping make this summer so special for our participants. We can't wait to visit again!

08/06/2026

🚴 Adaptive Cycling with Outdoors For All Foundation

Join Thurston County Inclusion and Outdoors For All Foundation for a fun day of adaptive cycling at Friendly Grove Park in Olympia!

Outdoors For All offers a variety of cycles so that nearly everyone can find a bike that works for them.

Adaptive cycle options maynclude:
• Handcycles for individuals with limited or no leg movement
• Recumbent and therapy trikes for riders who need additional stability
• Hand and foot-powered cycles for children
• Tandem cycles for individuals who would like a guide while riding
All riders must wear a helmet while using Outdoors For All cycles.

Session Times
• 9:30–11:00 a.m. – Intended for Elementary-aged participants
• 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Intended for participants in 6th Grade through 22 years old

Please Note: This is a parent-attend event. Parents and caregivers are required to remain on-site throughout the event. No drop-offs, please.

This event is open to all youth in the community, not just Thurston County Inclusion Summer Camp participants. We welcome new and returning families to join us for a morning of inclusive recreation, movement, and fun!

Registration is still open! Learn more and sign up here:
https://www.thurstoncountyinclusion.org/event-details-registration/adaptive-cycling-with-outdoors-for-all-2

08/05/2026

Wrapping up our last week at TCI’s stationary Summer Camp! Thank you again to all of our season’s sponsors for making it possible!

We appreciate your commitment to inclusive programs and supporting local youth organizations!

OlyFed
Amanda Sanders
Jessie Henneck-Aguiar
Thurston County
Kesh Marketing
Nicholson & Associates Ins
The PARC Foundation
Sensory Tool House, LLC

07/24/2026

TCI's Summer Newsletter is now out! Check it out:

07/24/2026

Sharing the Resource and Page of our friend Skylar, who has put together an amazing website and guide for local families! Please give the page a follow and check out the webiste: https://nonbinarysky.wordpress.com/

"This guide highlights calm, low‑pressure, and sensory‑aware activities across Pierce and Thurston County. Many listings feature museums and other gentle spaces, along with community events such as craft fairs and markets that offer a relaxed atmosphere and low‑stakes participation. Higher‑energy activities are included when they provide meaningful accessibility support, such as caregiver access or sensory‑friendly hours."

(Not TCI endorsed)

July is Disability Pride month!

Mr. Skylar's Calm Community Guide is a resource created to help people discover calm, sensory-friendly, and accessible activities across Pierce and Thurston counties.

I created this guide with care to highlight accessible museums, parks, libraries, markets, community events, and more. It also includes higher-energy events that offer sensory-friendly hours, caregiver accommodations, or other accessibility supports.

Growing through community input, this guide is designed specifically for people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, caregivers, and anyone looking for a more comfortable way to explore local events. Everyone is welcome!

I would be incredibly grateful if you could help promote this guide to anyone who might benefit from it. You can encourage your network to find their next accessible adventure by visiting:

Website: www.nonbinarysky.wordpress.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/mrskylarsguide

I have also attached a flyer with a QR code that can be easily shared in newsletters, on social media, or posted on community boards.

Thank you so much for your time and for helping make our community more inclusive and accessible!

07/22/2026

Disability Pride is July 26, 10am-2pm
Join Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Public Library in celebration of Disability Pride Month. Community members with disabilities, both visible and invisible, and their families, friends, and allies are invited to spend the day at the zoo for free and enjoy inclusive activities, stories, and resources throughout the event. Thank you to the presenting sponsor, Premera Blue Cross. Get the scoop: zoo.org/event/disability-pride/

07/22/2026

Sergio’s Place will extend its operating hours for Tuesday, July 21 & Wednesday, July 22, due to expected high temperatures, which are dangerous for those without shelter. See news release for more information: https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/news/hazardous-weather-advisory-july-21-and-22

07/22/2026

Due to the heat advisory and the fact that our teen TEAL group session was scheduled to visit the horse barn which has limited shade, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel/postpone tomorrow’s (Wednesday’s Teal) session. Please see the weekly email sent to your camper for additional details and information. If you have questions please email [email protected]

Stay cool everyone!!

07/21/2026

Sharing this fun opportunity!
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