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Life can be filled with stressful moments. That stress can really add up and take a toll on our lives. This is one of the many reasons women hit the town for a Girls Night Out. It’s not just a camaraderie for friends, but an opportunity to find food and fun in what can sometimes be a monotonous schedule. Thurston County offers a variety of options for anyone looking for a night time escape.

heritage bankEvery great Girls Night Out starts with delicious food to get fueled before really diving into activities. “Whether it be girls night out or a fun night out with anyone, I enjoy going to The Spar,” explains resident Mallory Coleman. The Spar has been a meeting spot in downtown Olympia for over 70 years. It’s American fare and laid back ambience makes for a relaxed start to the evening. They also boast a wide variety of beverages including their locally brewed, artesian well water based beer. “It’s never overly crowded, food and drinks are great, staff is always pleasant, and they have a nice pool table. It’s my go to place downtown.”

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The Spar Cafe has been a hang out spot in downtown Olympia for more than 70 years.

Swing Wine Bar offers a unique experience for any group looking for good food and wine. Pairings of food and wine are available with 60 glasses and nearly 200 bottles of wine in house. On a nice day, ladies can sip their wine on an outdoor patio with a view of Capitol Lake.

If cold drinks and appetizers are more your group’s speed, Hop Jacks brings a variety of food choices and some of the coldest beers in town. “When we have girls night, it is a great place to catch up and have snacks,” says Robyn Hofstad. This local restaurant chain provides an entertaining environment and lengthy happy hour menu. Their icy bar includes beer flowing from ice encased taps and signature drinks served in ice formed cups.

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Hop into Hop Jack’s for ice cold drinks. Photo courtesy: Hop Jack’s.

For one of the most raved about desserts in Thurston County, be sure to check out Dillinger’s. Along with their specialty cocktails, Dillinger’s offers a mouthwatering whiskey donut bread pudding. “Their whiskey bread trumps all,” describes Kristen Trevorrow. The plate is adorned with slices of donut, baked in a custard and drizzled with a whiskey butterscotch sauce. To top it all off, a scoop of Olympic Mountain Ice Cream is served on the side.

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Paint the town red at Painted Plate. Photo courtesy: Painted Plate.

When you are finished eating your way through Thurston County, you may want to work off some of the calories. One of the obvious answers for a fun activity with the girls has to be dancing. One of the best places to dance is Jake’s on 4th. Great drink specials and well versed DJs make it the perfect spot to dance the night away.

Another option is painting the town red. You and your friends can literally paint with two outstanding party spots. Both Painted Plate and Let’s Paint are located in downtown Olympia and allow for large groups. Whether your party wants a painting theme or identical canvas, the painting options are endless. Your crowd can also enjoy a glass of wine and appetizers while they create their masterpieces. Reservations are required at both locations, so plan ahead.

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After dinner, take in a local show with Harlequin Productions. Photo courtesy: Harlequin Productions.

If your group is looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy a show, don’t miss Harlequin Productions Ladies Night Out. On the second Friday of every show production, ladies can enjoy complimentary champagne and truffles from Popinjay at 7:00 p.m. The fun continues as the curtains open to unveil the latest production at 8:00 p.m.

Plan for food and entertainment right here in Thurston County. It’s time to get together with friends for a much needed night on the town.

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