When I sat down to create your weekly round-up of events for the weekend, I took a moment to appreciate the diversity and depth of events offered throughout our area. While the events are varied in subject and interest, they are knit together by one common thread – they all welcome the community to connect and celebrate together in this place we call home. So whether you enjoy watching an outdoor movie, tapping your toes to live music, or walking through your hometown with your dog dressed in a tutu, smile and say “hi” to your neighbors. The people you will see all live, work and play right here, just like those of us at ThurstonTalk.
- Donate school supplies to The Little Red Schoolhouse all day Friday at the corner of State and Washington in downtown Olympia.
- Enjoy an outdoor Concert in the Promenade at Capitol Mall Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Watch an outdoor movie Friday night. Pick “Gaurdians of the Galaxy” or the classic “East of Eden.”
- Catch your own dinner. Salmon fishing tips for Hood Canal found here.
- Experience the Midnight Sun Performance Space during a performance this weekend.
- Keep the kiddos cool with these creative options.
- Dress up your furry family members for the 86th Annual Pet Parade. Details found here.
- Get inspired for your dream home at the Olympia Master Builders Tour of Homes Saturday and Sunday. Details here.
- Explore a new farmers market this weekend. Four different options can be found in this article.
- Visit the walk-up window at Our Table restaurant in downtown Olympia. The full restaurant opens August 18.
- Grab your Discover Pass and spend a lazy day on the wide open beaches of Tolmie State Park.
- Prepare for next weekend’s Tumwater Artesian Brewfest with a self-guided Beer Tour this weekend. Plan your route here.
- Meet Seahawks mascot Blitz, dance, and enjoy live music at the STOMP out Bullying event at Capital Mall on Saturday.
- Check off a few more items on our 2015 Bucket List.
- Get out of town and take in the sites at Hood Canal. Seven awesome stops listed here.
- Spend Sunday evening at The Commons at Fertile Ground at their community potluck. Details on the event here.
- Visit an open house event this weekend. Click here to see the list of Van Dorm Realty’s open houses.
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