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Spring has Sprung!

Spring has sprung at Panorama! The trees are blossoming, the birds are chirping, and the sun is making more of an effort to break through the clouds. Our campus is beautiful year-round, but it truly shines in the spring!

Did you know?

Over the past 60+ years, our 140 acres have grown to include more than 2,000 distinct varieties of trees, flowering shrubs, and perennials. Now, our campus is one of the largest residential arboretums in Washington State!

To explore the variety of trees and shrubs found on our campus, click the button below to learn more.

Hygiene Drive

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our residents and staff, we are proud to share that our August Hygiene Drive was a resounding success! Together, we collected 15 full boxes of essential hygiene products to support the South Sound YMCA Shower Appointment Program. Drives like this are about more than donations. They are about showing…

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Wellness Fair

This year’s Wellness Fair was our biggest yet, with over 35 vendors participating and sharing valuable resources on health, fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and more. These events are more than just informative – they’re an essential part of supporting the well-being of our residents. By connecting directly with local providers and wellness experts, residents gain…

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Employee Picnic

Our annual employee picnic has become a valued tradition – a perfect opportunity to step away from the daily routine and enjoy delicious food from our on-campus restaurant, Seventeen51. It’s a time for meaningful conversation, fun and connection that strengthens our team. Held in our beautiful Pavilion, the picnic has a relaxed, easygoing vibe. Whether…

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Panorama Pathways 5k

Our annual Pathways 5k event is a celebration of wellness, community, and fun! Participants enjoy a scenic 3.1-mile walk, jog, or ride through campus, starting at the Aquatic and Fitness Center and ending at the Pavilion, with water stations along the way. This year’s great turnout brought together friends, families, and neighbors for a day…

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PB & Baby Wipe Drive

During the month of May, our residents and staff joined forces to support the Thurston County Food Bank by donating much-needed essentials. Thanks to the generosity and community spirit of everyone involved, we successfully collected 265 jars of peanut butter and 290 packs of baby wipes! These donations will directly benefit local families, and we…

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Diner Walk

Each month, Steve Pogge – our beloved guide for local hikes and excursions – leads residents on a fun and flavorful outing called the “Diner Walk.” This monthly event combines light exercise with the chance to sample some of the best diners across a three-county area, followed by a short, scenic walk. The outing captured…

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Spread the Love PB Drive

Annual Peanut Butter Drive

Peanut butter is one of the Food Bank’s most requested items and is a dependable, protein packed go to food item. Because of its nutritional value, long shelf life, versatility and popularity
with children and adults alike, peanut butter is an essential item to those struggling with hunger.

We recently wrapped up our “Spread the Love” Peanut Butter Drive benefiting the Thurston County Food Bank. Our residents and staff donated 360 jars altogether! We’re so grateful for their support!

To the left, Meghan Vu, Director of Philanthropy, is pictured with donations.


Dancing with the Panorama Stars!

Our fourth annual Dancing with the Panorama Stars event hosted by the Utah
Ballroom Dance Company was a night to remember! Paired with a professional
dancer, residents and staff came together to showcase their dancing skills and
creativity in a fun-filled happening that brought joy and entertainment to
participants and onlookers alike.

This year’s theme was popular movies and the performances were surely
amusing- to say the least! The judges provided comical and constructive
feedback as each pair brought their own style and flair.

Watch the full video below to see which staff member and resident took home the
coveted mirror ball trophy!

Volunteer Fair

Residents recently had a wonderful opportunity to learn from neighbors about their volunteer experiences and the non-profits that they give their time, talent, and energy to in Thurston County. It was a fantastic event that brought the community together and highlighted the valuable work being done by volunteers and the over 30 non-profit organizations that were represented.

Campus History

Looking Back at Panorama

by Deborah Ross, Resident Archivist 

The Chalet was an important example of mid-century modern architecture when it was dedicated in 1968. In the photo to the left from about 1970 we look out from the second story of one of the soaring corner units. Note the fancy chandelier!

Source: Sprengel collection Panorama

Holiday Celebrations

It may be cold outside, but our campus was full of warmth and holiday cheer this week as Christmas drew near!

Staff and residents had a wonderful time, between spirit week, the C&R gingerbread contest, staff holiday party, Santa delivering presents to our Assisted Living Residents, performances and more!

Spirit week featured a variety of themes, such as Candy Cane Day, Holiday Heads and Toes, Winter Wednesday, Snowflake Day, and Christmas Tree Green!

Our Human Resources Department also played Santa and delivered prizes to over 100 deserving employees!

Gingerbread Lane!

Staff and residents decorated their own gingerbread houses this year, all of which contributed to our amazing Gingerbread Lane display. Panorama Hall was lit up with smiles and laughter as people admired each other’s work. It was a wonderful and creative way to celebrate the holiday season!

Giving Tree

Our annual Giving Tree event was a great success! We adopted local families through the North Thurston Public Schools Family and Youth Resource Center and Family Education Support Services. Overall, Panorama residents, staff and vendors donated 235 presents to 11 families with 35 children. We are so grateful to everyone who joined us in spreading holiday joy!

2023 Pumpkin Display

Every year, our Grounds department puts together a breathtaking pumpkin display around the main part of our campus. It’s always an impressive sight to see and sure does get our residents and staff in the holiday spirit!

2023 Health & Fitness Forum

Our Annual Health & Fitness forum provides our residents with the opportunity to hear from different speakers and vendors discussing topics related to health and wellness. We had at least 120 people come through this year who enjoyed this fun and interactive way to promote health and fitness. The “Fender Blender” smoothie bike sure was a hit! Everyone had a great time and we look forward to making it an even bigger success next year!