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Welcome to the Olalla Gazette!
Discover the heart of Olalla! Explore community stories, local events, and initiatives that bring us together.
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Giving Tuesday in Olalla: Support the Heart of Our Community!
Giving Tuesday is a celebration of generosity and community. In Olalla, several nonprofits work year-round to support families, protect nature, rescue animals, and keep our traditions alive. Discover the organizations that make a difference in Olalla and learn simple ways you can support them this Giving Tuesday.
Huguette Marsicano
Dec 2, 20252 min read


Save Banner Forest from Logging!
Banner Forest is under threat. Kitsap County is proposing logging in areas of this beloved community forest under the guise of “forest health.” But nature doesn’t need fixing, it needs protecting. Sign the petition to help us stop this plan and preserve Banner Forest for generations to come.
Huguette Marsicano
Jul 30, 20251 min read


Olalla Lavender Festival 2025: A Beautiful Weekend of Community, Lavender, and Joy
The 2025 Olalla Lavender Festival was a radiant celebration of creativity, community, and the timeless charm of lavender. With nine Gathering Places, dozens of vendors, local lavender farms, musicians, workshops, and the brand-new Olalla × Provence exhibit, our small town came alive in the most extraordinary way.
Huguette Marsicano
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Olalla × Provence: A New Chapter of Friendship in Lavender
Olalla is now officially connected to Provence! Our Lavender Festival has formed warm, joyful relationships with two iconic lavender celebrations in France, L’Instant Lavande in Grasse and La Fête de la Lavande in Valensole. A beautiful cross-ocean friendship has begun.
Huguette Marsicano
Jun 29, 20252 min read


Lavender, Community, and a Global Connection: Olalla Festival Blooms Again in 2025
The Olalla Lavender Festival returns for its second joyful edition on July 12–13, 2025, after a heartwarming debut that welcomed over 1,500 visitors in 2024. Rooted in community spirit and nature’s beauty, this growing event continues to blossom with new experiences and deeper connections, both local and international.
Huguette Marsicano
Jun 14, 20252 min read


New History Exhibit: Beautiful Downtown Olalla Opens May 21
Explore the history of Olalla at the Beautiful Downtown Olalla exhibit, opening May 21 at Olalla Bay Market. Photos, stories, and memorabilia celebrate a century of community connection.

I Love Olalla
May 15, 20252 min read


Joyful Movement – March 2025 Wellness Meeting Recap
Our March Wellness Meeting explored joyful, everyday movement—plus helpful resources to keep you moving!
Huguette Marsicano
Mar 29, 20254 min read


Olalla Grange: A Thriving Hub for Community & Connection!
The Olalla Grange is buzzing with new energy! It’s becoming a true community hub, offering more activities than ever before.
Huguette Marsicano
Mar 20, 20252 min read


Yoga Class in Olalla: Now Thursdays at 10 AM! 🧘♀️
Join our all-levels yoga class every Thursday at 10 AM at the Olalla Grange! Relax, stretch, and energize with instructor Dee DeMars.
Huguette Marsicano
Mar 12, 20251 min read


I Love Olalla Health & Wellness Series
Mission & Vision At I Love Olalla, we believe that a healthier community is a stronger community . Our mission is to provide practical,...
Huguette Marsicano
Mar 6, 20253 min read


Introducing the Olalla Wellness Initiative
The Olalla Wellness Collective, an initiative by I Love Olalla, is dedicated to making our community healthier and stronger.
Huguette Marsicano
Dec 11, 20242 min read


Celebrate Giving Tuesday: Support Olalla’s Nonprofits!
Celebrate Giving Tuesday: Support Olalla’s Nonprofits!
Huguette Marsicano
Nov 22, 20241 min read


The Olalla Holiday Gift Guide is Here!
The very first Olalla Holiday Gift Guide, a celebration of the incredible creativity, talent, and entrepreneurial spirit of our community.
Huguette Marsicano
Nov 20, 20241 min read


Community Meeting: Shape the Future of I Love Olalla
Join the I Love Olalla community meeting to share your ideas, discuss local projects, and help shape Olalla’s future.
Huguette Marsicano
Nov 6, 20242 min read


Congratulations to Our New Kitsap County District 2 Commissioner!
We’re excited to welcome the newly elected District 2 Commissioner for Kitsap County! Congratulations on this achievement, and thank you...
Huguette Marsicano
Nov 6, 20241 min read


Calling All Local Artists, Artisans, and Small Businesses for Our Olalla Holiday Gift Guide!
Do you have unique goods or gift certificates perfect for Holiday giving? I Love Olalla is putting together a Holiday Gift Guide to showcase
Huguette Marsicano
Nov 4, 20241 min read


Bringing Back Bingo: Olalla Grange’s Exciting Effort to Revive a Community Tradition
The Olalla Grange is working hard to bring back a beloved community tradition: Bingo nights! While it’s not yet set in stone, Grange...
Huguette Marsicano
Oct 31, 20242 min read


Reflecting on the 2024 Olalla Americana Music Festival: A Day of Music, Community, and Unforgettable Memories
As the sun set over Olalla, the echoes of guitar strums, fiddle tunes, and joyful voices lingered in the air, marking the end of another...
Huguette Marsicano
Oct 10, 20242 min read


Olalla Community Prepares to Attend Commissioner Meeting on August 12
Olalla Community Prepares to Attend Commissioner Meeting on August 12
Huguette Marsicano
Aug 10, 20242 min read


2024 Olalla Lavender Festival Celebrates Resounding Success with Over 1,300 Visitors
The new Olalla Lavender Festival, held this past weekend, has concluded with overwhelming success, drawing more than 1,300 visitors to...
Huguette Marsicano
Aug 7, 20242 min read
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