This week’s cold, dry weather has me pulling out my “puffy coat” and slathering on the chapstick. Yes, it was chilly for us temperate climate zone dwellers, but the sunny, blue sky against the remaining brilliant leaves of fall was truly breath taking – and, especially welcome for families with children who were home from school. Sending my two girls tromping through the woods on Tuesday, creating fairy houses and gathering leaves for collages reminded me how lucky I am to live in this beautiful corner of the world. We paused, said a quiet thank you to all Veterans, named our soldier grandfathers long-gone, and simply remembered.
As you head into the weekend, don’t lose the reflective spirit. Instead, carry it through into your family activities – be thankful for your hike to view salmon, enjoyment of a good show, or a meal well prepared. Notice the small things, for they are often bigger than you think.
- Get psyched for the ski season with Warren Miller’s “No Turning Back” at the Washington Center.
- Shop early, and local, at many holiday bazaars around the area. Use our calendar category to find them all.
- Cheer on the Olympia High School Girls Soccer team, and goalie Sophie Kabel, in Friday night’s State semi-final game at Ingersoll Stadium.
- Enjoy clear, sunny skies using our Activities section. Click here for options.
- Experience the circle of life at the Kennedy Creek Salmon Trail on Saturday and Sunday.
- Enjoy treats from Xhin’s Clam and Oyster House at the Kennedy Creek Salmon Trail Open House Fundraiser, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Saturday.
- Celebrate the season with Ralph’s Thriftway’s on Saturday at their Fall Festival. Click here for details.
- Sample gluten-free goodness at The Bearded Lady. Open for retail Friday and Saturday nights.
- Have a good laugh at one of two Improv shows this weekend. Pick Oly Improv and Fools Play Improv.
- Win big at Lucky Eagle Casino and Hotel’s “Get da Gator” event all month long.
- Warm your insides with hot apple cider and a fritter at Lattin’s Country Cider Mill.
- Visit and open house event this weekend. Click here to see the list of VanDorm Realty’s open houses.
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