Best of Olympia 2012 City Living: Readers pick Mayor Stephen Buxbaum, SafePlace, Joe Hyer, Kimya Dawson and more ...

Weekly Volcano readers pick the best on Thurston County streets

By Volcano Staff on February 20, 2012

Cryptatropa bar was named best place to hide - especially in its back dance room. Photo credit: Pappi Swarner

The Weekly Volcano would like to thank all those who took the time to vote in the Best of Olympia 2012 Readers' Poll. You are the best.

Best Politician: Mayor Stephen Buxbaum

Best Thurston County Non-Profit: SafePlace

Best Local Hero: Joe Hyer and Occupy Olympia (tie)

Best Local Blog: OlyBlog.net

Best Bus Stop: Harrison & Division

Best Cause: Occupy Olympia

Best Local Celebrity: Kimya Dawson

Best Friendly Face: Michael Anderson at The Royal Lounge

Best Thing About Tumwater: Tumwater Falls

Best Thing About Lacey: Tofu Hut

Best Place to People Watch: Olympia Farmers Market

Best Trail/Hike: Priest Point Park

Best View: Tumwater Hill

Best Charity: SafePlace

Best Place To Hide: Cryptatropa

Most Important Issue: Homelessness

Best Thing That Happened in 2011: Occupy Olympia

Volcano Staff on February 20th, 2012