Thursday, April 30, 2026

Rainier Schools Leaders and Students Share Lunch with Seniors at Senior Center of Rainier


















On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Rainier Public Schools Superintendent Bryon Bahr, Rainier High School Principal John Beckman, and members of the Superintendent Student Advisory Committee paid a special visit to the Senior Center of Rainier for lunch.

The gathering brought together district leadership, student representatives, and local seniors for a meaningful afternoon of conversation, connection, and community. Students from the Superintendent Student Advisory Committee had the opportunity to sit with seniors, listen to their stories, and share about school life in Rainier.

Superintendent Bryon Bahr and Principal John Beckman joined the students in greeting attendees and participating in the meal, emphasizing the importance of bridging generational gaps and strengthening ties between the schools and the broader Rainier community.

Events like this highlight the district’s commitment to building relationships beyond the classroom. Students gained valuable perspectives from older community members, while seniors enjoyed hearing directly from the young people shaping Rainier’s future.

The Senior Center of Rainier provided a welcoming space for the lunch, fostering an atmosphere of warmth and mutual respect. Many attendees expressed appreciation for the chance to connect in such a personal way.

Rainier School District continues to look for opportunities to engage students in community service and intergenerational dialogue. This visit to the Senior Center served as a wonderful reminder that strong communities are built when all generations come together.

A big thank you to the staff and volunteers at the Senior Center of Rainier for hosting this special event, and to all the students and staff who made the afternoon memorable.





Monday, April 27, 2026

FFA Plant Sale 2026

 Dear Seniors & Friends,

The Rainier FFA is hosting their Annual Plant Sale.

The kids are dedicated to their plants and our

community!  Support the kids!




Saturday Market Opens May 2, 2026

 

Rainier Saturday Market Opens:

May 2, 2026

New Vendors! 

We are open this Saturday 10-3pm!!!

We will have some amazing vendors including starter plants, 
Flowers, Bird houses and soooo much more!



May 2026 Lunch Menu

Dear Seniors and Friends,

Attached is the Lunch Menu for May 2026.  Remember, our menu's are subject to change.

Church in the Park will be held in Wilkowski Park starting on the third Saturday of May.

Contact Tom Arnbrister to get information about the time their service starts.

Linda




Friday, April 24, 2026

Thank You for Grants for New Kitchen Vents

 Dear Seniors & Friends,

The Senior Center of Rainier received 2 grants that helped us replace the vent over one stove, which quit working, with 2 new commercial recessed vents.  We now have vents over both kitchen ranges.  

A special "Thank You" to the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound and the Rotary Club of Olympia.  We couldn't have done this without the help of our grants and the contractor who installed our vents.  

The Senior Center of Rainier is a non-profit charity.  We serve lunch on Mondays and Wednesdays.  Soup &/or Salad is served at 11:30 am and lunch at noon.  The cost is $7.00 for members & $9.00 for non-members.

The Senior Center of Rainier opened in 1976.  Moved to it's present location in 1977 and continues to operate with an all-volunteer staff (100%).  We do all of this with an annual income that is below $35,000, including the grants we receive.

The grants we receive help us get the equipment and make the improvements that keep our volunteers and members.  We couldn't do this without everyone's cooperation and support.

Thank you ALL!

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Monday, April 20, 2026

Student Advisory Committee Lunch This Wednesday April 22, 2026

 Dear Seniors & Friends,

We are excited to invite you to join us for a special lunch this Wednesday with students from Rainier High School!

Bryon Bahr, Superintendent of Rainier Schools, reached out to us last month to arrange our annual Student Advisory Committee Lunch. He, along with RHS Principal John Beckman and a group of students, will be joining us for lunch at the Senior Center.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and chat with the next generation of local leaders, hear what’s happening in our schools, and enjoy a delicious meal together.

📅 Date: This Wednesday 🕒 Time: 11:301 AM] 📍 Location: Senior Center Dining Room

We hope you’ll come and help make our young visitors feel welcome! No RSVP is required — just come and enjoy the conversation and good company.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us at the front desk.

Thank you, Linda

(360) 446-2258 Senior Center Landline

Monday, March 30, 2026

FREE Prom Dinner @ the Senior Center of Rainier WA

 Dear RHS Parents & Students: Free Prom Dinner, sponsored by WLRW on April 25th starting at 5 PM at the Senior Center of Rainier.