What’s Happening for June 16
June 16
Michael Dempster reception: Lincoln Elementary School assembly in honor of Michael Dempster, who is retiring after 38 years of teaching, 9 a.m. in the school gym at 213 21st Ave SE, Olympia. Anyone who has played in the parent band is invited to bring an instrument and join in one last time. There will also be a reception for adults and alumni after the children are excused.
June 17
Swede Day: Day of festivities in Rochester and at Swede Hall, 18543 Albany St SW. Pancake breakfast 8-10 a.m.$5-$8, parade, Swedish meatball lunch noon-3 p.m., under 6 free, $4-$8. , Information: 360-858-7354.
June 19
Navigating Data and Privacy: Learn more about the balance between public data and privacy by attending this seminar 5:30-7 p.m. at the Lacey Timberland Library,500 College St. SE. . The seminar is presented by the Washington State Office of Privacy & Data Protection. They will delve into issues of data sharing, hackers and provide tips on the law, protecting private data and strategies around balancing these issues. Information:(360- 491-3860 or visit www.TRL.org.
June 20
Target shooter forum: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources invites target shooters, recreationists, forest workers, nearby homeowners and the public to discussi proposed shooting range locations in Tahuya State Forest. The meeting begins with a 6:30 p.m. presentation followed by an open house and opportunities to provide comments. Join agency staff 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the North Mason High School Cafeteria, 150 E. North Mason School Road, Belfair, WA 98528.
June 24
Summer Roundup Picnic for Republicans and Candidates: 11:30-2 p.m. Historical Park, 802 Deschutes Way SW, Tumwater. $20 single/$30 couple /$35 family/$10 Young Republican
June 27
Opening Doors Program: Homes First continues with its Opening Doors Program which introduces guests to the Homes First sustainable business model, 12:15-1:15 p.m. and again on June 27 from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. To RSVP and get address and directions contact Marge Price at 360-915-8176 or go to www.HomesFirst.org.
July 6 and 20
Native Plant Walks: Native Plant Salvage Foundation plant experts lead a along Olympia’s McLane Creek Nature Trail. All ages. Plant walks are held first and third Thursdays of every month, 6-7 p.m. at the McLane Creek Nature Trail. Sliding-scale donation of $5-$20 is suggested. Visit www.nativeplantsalvage.org for more info, or email nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com
July 6
Panorama Republicans: No host luncheon at noon in the Gallery of the seventeen51 Restaurant, above Panorama's main offices at Pan Hall. RSVP no later than June 28, to ron.ck722@gmail.com or call x5641 (360-438-5641).
Aug. 12
Ride for the Dogs Poker Run: Help shelter dogs with 125 mile motorcycle ride through Mason County Starts at JR’s Hideaway in Belfair. Sign-up is 8 a.m. to noon with first riders out at 10 a.m.M.. Riders $15 and passengers $5. Sign up the day of the event or register online before Aug. 6 to receive a free event patch, an extra door prize ticket and GPS coordinates. Remaining patches will be sold for $5 at the event. To donate prizes or sponsor the event call 360-481-9962. For more information or to register, visit the Adopt-A-Pet of Shelton Washington Facebook events page or www.adoptapet-wa.org.
This story was originally published June 16, 2017 at 1:47 AM with the headline "What’s Happening for June 16."