What's the Latest in Lacey? Let's catch up:

We are still accepting Lodging Tax Funding applications! Submit your application by Friday, August 21. Full details on the award and application can be found on CityofLacey.org/LTAC.

The Lacey Night Market continues! Join us for the next Market at the Lacey Depot on Friday, August 7. The theme for the night is K-Pop. View all upcoming markets, parking details, and other information at CityofLacey.org/NightMarket.

Reminder: We have rescheduled our next council meeting to Monday, August 3.

What's the Latest in Lacey? Let's jump in! Don't miss this year's Cops, Cars, N' Kids event, where you can meet our Police Officers, watch live demonstrations, navigate obstacle courses, and much more! View event details at CityofLacey.org/Events_List/Cops-Cars-n-Kids Attention Lacey Teens! Don't miss your opportunity to apply for the 2026-27 Lacey Youth Council. This is your chance to learn about what's happening in your city and advocate for your peers! Learn more at CityofLacey.org/LYC Last call to review the City's Water Resources 2026 Stormwater Strategic Plan and provide feedback that will help shape the future of stormwater management in our community! Visit CityofLacey.org/SSPUpdate to learn more.

What's the Latest in Lacey? Here's the scoop: ⬇️ Our Fireworks Spectacular event is nearly here! Come out to Rainier Vista Park on Friday, July 3rd, from 4 to 11 P-M, and join us for fun, food, and fireworks. Visit LaceyParks.org/Fireworks for more details. Lacey in Tune brings all of the summer entertainment into one place — Huntamer Park! Join us Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for performances, concerts, and movies. Learn more at LaceyParks.org/LIT. "The Wall that Heals" is a traveling exhibit featuring a three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. — and it's coming to Lacey! The exhibit's time in Lacey begins with a special "Welcome Home Ceremony" on June 25th from 6-7 p.m. To learn more, visit TheWallThatHealsLaceyWA.org.

What's the Latest in Lacey? Here's the scoop:

Help shape the future of stormwater management in your community by providing feedback on the 2026 Stormwater Strategic Plan. Visit CityofLacey.org/Stormwater-Strategic-Plan-Update for more details.

Our Human Services Grant application is now open. Nonprofits providing essential services to the community are encouraged to apply and attend a workshop. Learn more at CityofLacey.org/Human-Services-Grant

Do you know a student looking for leadership opportunities? We are now accepting applications for the Youth Leadership Council! Learn more at CityofLacey.org/YLC

What's the Latest in Lacey? Here's the scoop:

Love free stuff? City of Lacey water utility customers can pick up an indoor and outdoor water-saving kit. Fill out an online form or bring your bill to City Hall to get your free items. Visit CityofLacey.org/Water-Conservation for more details.

It's almost time for the mandatory watering schedule! The schedule goes into effect on June 1. Find out when you can water and learn about exemptions at CityofLacey.org/Odd-Even-Outdoor-Watering-Schedules

Looking for a way to get involved with your community? We have advisory board vacancies! Learn more at CityofLacey.org/Government/Lacey-City-Council/Boards-Commissions

Cone with a Cop May 19, 5 - 7 p.m. Humble Cow Ice Cream 2480 Marvin Road NE

Lacey Parks, Culture, and Recreation Summer Program Registration Preview classes starting May 13 Registration opens 9 a.m. May 20

Lacey Spring Fun Fair May 16 & 17 Saint Martin's University

Thurston Forward DEIB Summit 2026 May 1 & 2 South Puget Sound Community College - Lacey Campus

Lacey Spring Fun Fair May 16 & 17 Saint Martin's University

History Talks! Small Town Pride Comes to Olympia May 14 - 6:30 p.m. Lacey City Hall

Night Market at the Depot - Superhero Night April 17, 2026 - 5 to 9 p.m. Lacey Depot Park

State of the City and Advisory Board Recognition April 29, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Virgil S. Clarkson Lacey Senior Center

Earth Day Clean-Up April 18, 2026 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Woodland Creek Community Park

Arbor Day Native Plant Giveaway April 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or while supplies last Huntamer Park

Lacey Stormwater Survey

Stormwater Strategic Plan Open House April 6, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Lacey City Hall - Council Chambers

Kids Fishing Event April 11, 8:00 a.m. Long's Pond at Woodland Creek Community Park For Ages 4 to 14

Coffee with a Cop March 17, 8 to 10 a.m. Starbucks, 2350 Marvin Road NE

History Talks! Chief Leschi, Governor Isaac Stevens, and the Medicine Creek Treaty of 1854 March 19, 6:30 p.m. Lacey City Hall

Lacey Cultural Celebration March 7, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saint Martin's University