Meet the authors of the Thurston County history book Water, Woods & Prairies, a book launch event and book signing Saturday, July 16, 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., at the Olympia Center. The Thurston County Historic Commission published the book in 2019. It represents a major volunteer effort by 17 local history authors and experts. The book is distributed by The Olympia Historical Society & Bigelow House Museum and is available for purchase.