As we turn the corner to April, we have seen the return of the sun. And, even if it is just briefly, I’d venture a guess that not a single Washingtonian was indoors yesterday. Our fingers are crossed that the weekend holds more golden rays for us. While some families are headed out on spring break, many more of us are settling in for a few days of fun exploring our community and beyond. Here’s what’s happening around Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and beyond this weekend.
- Dig razor clams all weekend. Tide times and locations found here.
- Join your community for the opening of the Olympia Farmers Market on Saturday.
- Run like a fool at this 5K on Saturday morning – April Fools Day.
- Take in a showing of Oscar winner LION at Capitol Theater. Showtimes here.
- Kick off your spring break using our list of local fun and adventure.
- Take the entire family to a showing of Alice in Wonderland at Olympia Family Theater.
- Celebrate spring on the Bountiful Byway. This itinerary hits some of the highlights.
- Put together your team now for Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Bowl for Kids’ Sake.
- Share in the celebration with the Tumwater Dance Team. Read about their accomplishments here.
- Get your fill of nostalgia and take the kids to see the Never Ending Story at Capitol Theater’s Kids Club Saturday.
- Fill your belly with a hearty breakfast at South Bay Pub and Eatery.
- Choose the perfect wine with tips from The Wine Loft’s Justin Wilkes.
- Vote for a new flavor of Ice Chips for Thurston County. Details here.
- Get your home ready for spring. Six maintenance tips here for easy weekend projects.
- Explore the history, and trails, of Millersylvania Park with this guide.
- Take a day trip to Tenino with this list of highlights.
- Volunteer with the South Sound Estuary Association. Details here.
- Catch a puppet show at the Hands On Children’s Museum on Saturday.
- Be the first to hear Harlequin Productions’ 2017-2018 season line-up at Eclectica!
- Find or share gold, gems and treasures at the Thurston County Fairgrounds all weekend.
- Explore the McLane Creek Nature trail.
- Learn “All About Bamboo” at a free class on Sunday at The Barn Nursery.
- Visit an open house event this weekend. Click here to see the list of Van Dorm Realty’s open houses.
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