Thursday, May 4
Star Wars Passport Sticker Stop
On May 4, otherwise known as Star Wars Day, visit Yelm’s three parks to find hidden Star Wars favorites and learn facts about space. Take a picture with the tiny characters, post the photos to social media and tag the City of Yelm Parks and Recreation department. Yelm City Hall, at 106 Second St. SE, will be open until 5 p.m. for sticker pickup.
Family Storytime
Join the Yelm Timberland Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Thursday for family storytime. The event includes music, movement, books and activities for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult. The library is located at 210 Prairie Park St. NE in Yelm.
Food Bank
The Yelm Community Services food bank, at 624 Crystal Springs St. NW in Yelm, will hold a food giveaway from 1 to 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 4. Clients cannot enter the building and must wait in their vehicles. Staff will have pre-packed carts of food to hand out. To prevent health issues, the usual food sign-in procedures will not take place. Staff will ask the number of people in the family. People who come can only pick up for their own family. Please park in front of the food bank building.
Rainier Elementary Registration
The registration period for kindergartners for the 2023-24 school year at Rainier Elementary School is open. Children must be 5 years old on or before Aug. 31, 2023. Parents and guardians can pre-register their future kindergartner online at www.rainier.wednet.edu/domain/60. Click on the registration link to fill in the form. Staff from the school’s office will contact parents to confirm interest in their elementary program and will review the registration process and paperwork. For any further questions, contact Rainier Elementary School at 360-446-4020.
Saturday, May 6
Tenino Farmers Market
The Tenino Farmers Market is set to open for its 19th season from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 6. The event is located in Tenino’s downtown historic district on Olympia Street South. Different items like flowers, baskets, vegetable starts, baked goods, farm-fresh produce, USDA meats and more will be available at the farmers market. The market takes place every Saturday through Sept. 30. The market has the following theme days scheduled: May 13 will be a Mother’s Day event, June 10 will be the kid’s day market, June 17 will be the Father’s Day market, July 8 will be the city’s 150th Jubilee celebration, July 22 will celebrate Oregon Trail Days, Aug. 5 will honor National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 19 will be garlic day, and Sept. 30 will conclude the season during pumpkin day.
Wednesday, May 10
5K Run and Walk
The Learners without Limits program of Yelm Community Schools will host a 5K run and walk at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10. The fundraiser helps support free school supplies, clothing, hygiene products, coats and blankets at Yelm Community Schools for families in need. The event will start at Yelm City Park.
Thursday, May 11
Prairie Point Quilters Guild Meeting
The Prairie Point Quilters Guild hosts its meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The meeting takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Rainier Senior Center, 108 Michigan St. S. Anyone who is interested is welcome to join the group for its meetings.
Saturday, May 13
Rotary Club Anniversary
The Rotary Club of Yelm will celebrate its 13th anniversary at the Yelm Community Center at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 13. The event will begin with a social, followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets need to be purchased in advance online at rotary-club-of-yelm.square.site. Space is limited. The Yelm Community Center is located at 301 Second St. SE.
Monday, May 22
Paint Night
Join local artist and creativity coach Michelle Osborne as she guides guests who will create their own unique wildflower painting. The event is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, May 22. It will be held at the Yelm Community Center at 301 Second St. SE in Yelm. Tickets are $17 each. The event is for people who are 12 years old and up.
Thursday, May 25
Pollinator Palooza Honey Tasting
A honey tasting event will start at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, during the “Pollinator Palooza” event. It will be held at the Yelm Community Center at 301 Second St. SE in Yelm. Registration costs $10 per person. To register, go to the Yelm Park and Recreation’s Facebook event posting.
Saturday, May 27
Yelm Farmers Market
The Yelm Farmers Market will open for the season on Saturday, May 27. The market will be held at a new location in front of the Yelm Police Station, which is on McKenzie Street. The event is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Saturday until Sept. 30.
Tuesday, June 6
Community Scholarship Night
Yelm High School will host its Community Scholarship Night at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6. Local scholarship providers will present their awards to seniors and military recruiters will be present to recognize those heading into one of the branches of the armed services. Yelm High School is located at 1315 W. Yelm Ave.
Thursday, June 8
Awards Night
Yelm Community Schools will host its awards night at Yelm High School during a scheduled board meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 8. Several organizations will be honored alongside the district’s retirees and staff who have reached milestones for years of service. Each school’s top achieving students will also be recognized. Yelm High School is located at 1315 W. Yelm Ave.
Friday, June 9
Rainier Graduation
The graduating class of 2023 at Rainier High School will receive their diplomas at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 9 at Rainier High School, 308 Second St. SE. Following the graduation ceremony, Rainier High School seniors will participate in the school’s annual senior parade around the town.
Sunday, June 11
Yelm Graduation
The graduating class of 2023 at Yelm High School will receive their diplomas at the Tacoma Dome at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 11. The Tacoma Dome is located at 2727 E. D St. in Tacoma.
