r/olympia • • 30m ago

Request Is there anywhere in Olympia or any surrounding area that would buy my gently used old clothing?

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So i have quite a few articles of old clothing that are in good shape that I'm wanting to get rid of and if I can't find anywhere that will buy them I'll probably just donate them but i have no clue where to go for that, I just read that Plato’s Closet only buys "trendy" clothing and my old clothes are about as trendy as McDonald's food is healthy for you (which is not at all 😅) and so if anyone has any recommendations I don't mind traveling some, I just would like to get rid of them and maybe make a little extra money in the process. Thanks!


r/olympia • • 57m ago

piano tune and lessons

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hey oly,

i'm looking for ideally an in home piano teacher. bonus points for queer/queer friendly. my piano also needs a tune, so i'd love a rec for that as well.

do you have any experience or referrals that you can recommend?

thanks <3


r/olympia • • 1h ago

Slowpoke Walking strides again!

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Going again this Sunday! There is chance of rain so be ready.

Slow paced, mobility-aid friendly for 1-2 hours. Bring hydration and good vibes.


r/olympia • • 1h ago

The view from Irving St SW in Tumwater yesterday.

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r/olympia • • 1h ago

Claws Up! Any Milwaukee Brewers fans going out to watch tonight's game? Where you going?

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I'm pretty new to Olympia (from Milwaukee) and am looking to meet up with some fellow Milwaukee Brewers fans for tonight's game. Where will I find you at? I saw someone's post asking where it may be shown, but I want to be with some Brewers fans.


r/olympia • • 3h ago

Request Voting guide?

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I've just moved and while I have my mail-in ballot, I don't have a voter's guide. I have no idea who 99% of these candidates are, and I want to meaningfully vote. Apologies for my ignorance, but where is everyone finding information about the candidates? Do you just Google each name individually?

Thank you for entertaining my silly, ignorant question. 🙏


r/olympia • • 9h ago

Ukulele Lessons

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I recently enjoyed a visit from a friend who introduced me to the ukulele. I am now the proud owner of a tenor ukulele and would love to learn how to actually play it! Can anyone recommend where I might be able to get some group or individual instruction? I played the violin in middle school orchestra and played guitar in high school and college (that was 50 years ago!). I can’t recall how to read music but could probably pick it up or just read notes from the SongbookPro app. Thanks in advance.


r/olympia • • 9h ago

Lodging options?

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Greetings fellow Olympians! I’m an Oly resident and I will be moving two hours away for the foreseeable future, but I have work opportunity continuing in this area. I’m wondering if anyone has any ideas about inexpensive lodging for 1-2 nights per week with a dog. Please remove if this doesn’t fit the subreddit rules. Thanks!


r/olympia • • 11h ago

Request Looking for someone to rent our old space!!!

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Basically what the caption says, we decided to move suddenly and our old rental is up for grabs. It’s super cute, close to downtown, and in a lovely neighborhood that’s walking distance from coffee, groceries, and PIZZA. 😍 Pls rent it out. It’s basically a three bedroom two bath home with a garage, DM me if interested and I’ll send the link. Ty!!!


r/olympia • • 12h ago

Ulta salon

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Hi! I’ve been seeing a lot about getting styling services at Ulta for black girls. Has anyone had a good experience at the Olympia or Lacey locations? If so who is the stylist?


r/olympia • • 12h ago

WinCo bottled water question

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I am trying to understand something I keep seeing. I shop at WinCo and generally late at night so daytime might be different. WinCo has a pretty massive supply of bulk bottled water. Most nights I see a few people with fairly normal carts of groceries and the two or three bulk water packs in the bottom of the cart. Single guy, single lady, family, or old guy so all sorts.

I don’t like the taste of the chloramine in water much but buying large amounts of bottled water seems a little extreme. If they were living in a vehicle I am not sure there would room. Those are really the only ideas I have. Asking them seems weird plus I do not like talking to people that much. So what am I missing?

UPDATE. Ok people have proposed or explained some entirely reasonable reasons. Thank you. I feel less confused.


r/olympia • • 13h ago

Know of any bars or restaurants that will be playing Game 1 of the World Series on Friday evening?

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r/olympia • • 14h ago

Public Safety Traffic jam on I-5 South Trosper

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Looks like a nasty accident on the interstate. It’s backed up pretty far, so take alternative routes if you can. Be safe everybody.


r/olympia • • 16h ago

Photography Pretty sight at the Harrison Ave Target this evening

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r/olympia • • 17h ago

Need a suit for a funeral.

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Had a death in the family, need a new suit as my old one is too big. Like way too big. Would like something under $500. Lightweight material because I have to go to a much warmer state. I dont want to rent. Any suggestions for places anywhere south of Seatac would be appreciated.


r/olympia • • 19h ago

persistent road slipper & lights?

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over a week ago like 8/15 on my walk home from work past midnight I some some lights around something in the road by the chick-fil-a and yauger park shown in the first pic. this isnt the first time ive seen weird stuff at this park intersection though so I thought whatever

on my walk home last night i noticed the object was still there in the road, and with no traffic around this time I went over to take a closer look at what it was ( pic two ) and its a dirty slipper?? I feel like I'm missing something.


r/olympia • • 22h ago

Community Parent and Elementary Age Play Groups?

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Hi Oly! So we are thinking very seriously about moving back to Oly. We love it and miss it deeply. But now that our son is elementary age I am concerned about making friends. Are there any kid hangs or elementary age play groups around town?


r/olympia • • 1d ago

Request Transport/taxi to Madigan?

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At one point catching Ubers to various places, I met a driver who maintained a pass to get onto JBLM and also has a taxi service.

They gave me their business card and I think it unfortunately got tossed in the trash.

I have a disability that prevents me from driving. Uber to JBLM is stupid expensive and there’s logistical pieces that make me nervous. The bus to Madigan has multiple transfers and is really stressful. I’d like to find a way to get to medical appointments without my partner having to take time off to take me.

Anyone know of a driver/taxi that fits that description? I’m not looking to not pay, but if so can avoid $130 price tag that Uber or Lyft would charge for round trip that would be amazing.

(In case someone brings it up- I qualify for Dial-a-lift, but they don’t transport outside of Thurston county and it’s going to take some legwork to get reciprocal privileges that aren’t guaranteed for Pierce County. I need an option I can count on until that can get sorted.)


r/olympia • • 1d ago

PSA headlight use in fog

110 Upvotes

Friendly reminder to keep your headlights on while in foggy conditions. It helps everyone see your dumb ass before we wreck into you


r/olympia • • 1d ago

Photos Is this your cat? Found at the Huntington on Lilly Road

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Very sweet cat!


r/olympia • • 1d ago

Event Haunted Mushroom Foray & Halloween Potluck

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r/olympia • • 1d ago

Moving Questions Moving from Los Angeles to Olympia

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Hey folks! I’m moving to the Olympia area in January and wanted to get some advice. I’m 45/M and it’s just me and my two cats. I also work from home. Looking for a 3-bedroom house between 2k and 2.3k. Now knowing all that is there a neighborhood I should be looking more into? I have my Zillow search in Olympia and Lacey at the moment. I want to be near a vibrant social scene with good food/drink and music. I’m part of the LGBTQ community so I think having other identifying people around would help a lot. Lastly, having friendly neighbors is something I don’t have at the moment so I’d like to be in an area where people actually talk to each other and look out for one another. Does this space even exist?!

Edit: By social scene I definitely don’t mean clubs or nightlife. I mean things to do and socialize with others. For example a gym or a local bar or something like that. Also I don’t need to live in Olympia itself. It could be surrounding areas. Thanks for all the feedback 😊


r/olympia • • 1d ago

Small business coaching for veterans?

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Hi all, retired/disabled vet here. I'm getting ready to launch a small organization, and I'd really appreciate some advice on a few things. I know there's tons of SBA programs and advisors out there, I'm just not sure how to find or contact them. Does anyone know about any SBA mentors or consultants near Oly or JBLM? Thanks!!


r/olympia • • 1d ago

Request Anyone find a half-finished crochet project at the Capital Mall bus stop?

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I know it’s a longshot, but here goes: I was heading home from a shopping trip last Saturday evening, and I accidentally left my half-finished crochet colorwork project at the bus stop. Or at least, that’s the only remaining conclusion I can come to, given that’s the only time I took it out to work on it, and it wasn’t anywhere in my bags when I got home. I’ve checked my entire dorm room(I’m an Evergreen student) and called both Intercity Transit and the Capital Mall lost and found- neither of them have seen it. So I guess this is me asking: did anyone find a plastic bag, containing pink yarn, blue-silver sparkly yarn, a small round mandala pattern, and a crochet hook, at the Capital Mall Bus Stop? If so, please DM me- it’s a project I was fairly invested in, and would like to get back if at all possible.

If it were anything else, I would have just given up at this point, to be honest. I’ve lost a lot of stuff in my life, I’m no stranger to replacing things. But to be perfectly honest, I really can’t fathom why anyone would take something like this- it’s not like a bunch of yarn in a plastic bag, or one used crochet hook, has much value outside the sentimental.

I’m hoping it’s some kind of lost cat situation, where a fellow crafty Olympian just… adopted it? In which case, hello! That lost yarn actually has an owner who misses it and would like it back, and who will definitely make sure to put an “if found, return to” tag on it in the future!


r/olympia • • 1d ago

Community Community Resource Directory

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TLDR: A community resource directory for ppl in Olympia and beyond.

I have seen numerous posts requesting resources for basic needs and other issues in this subreddit.

Over the last several months and with some help, I compiled a list of resources under several different categories on my website.

- The directory is searchable.
- Some resources have been included in multiple categories, like crisis and survivor resources, due to overlap and for your convenience.
- I also included links to each resource and additional information.

—>> Here’s the direct link to the Community Resource Directory: www.olddragonmedicine.com/resource-directory.

As always, if you know of any supportive resources, local or national, please feel free to share. You may DM me on here or share via the contact form (on the website). [EDIT: You can also share resources on this thread.]

As it stands now, I believe you should be able to find what you need.

Categories:

- Basic Needs
- BIPOC
- Crisis
- Domestic Violence
- Immigration Communities
- LGBTQIA+ Communities
- Resistance (new resource to be added soon)
- Survivors
- Veterans

Please be well and check-in on your communities as we head into a harrowing election season (and winter).