Snow!!! It’s been a week full of wild weather and kids home from school. What will the weekend bring? More white or just wet? Either way, there are plenty of fun-filled activities to keep you busy (and warm!) this weekend. From theater performances to music concerts to comedy shows – there is something for everyone. So grab a scarf and hat (and maybe a sled) and engage with your community this weekend. And, as always, you can access our full calendar right here.
- Support the Olympia School District Education Foundation at this weekend’s show, “Hello Dolly!”
- Cheer for the SMU Saints and celebrate 50 years of Pavilion history during Homecoming activities all weekend.
- Laugh away your winter blues with local comic, Gabriel Rutledge at the Washington Center.
- Fill your belly with pie at the 10th annual Pie Fest, Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
- Play some “Boot Scootin’ Bingo” at the Olympia Senior Center on Friday night. 21+ only.
- Take time this weekend to prep for emergencies your furry family members.
- Celebrate Chinese New Year. Details here.
- Spend Saturday cheering for local dance teams at The Cougarette’s Live to Dance competition.
- Plan ahead to attend next week’s Lacey Depot District sessions and help shape your community. Details here.
- Enjoy the folk music of The Brothers Four at the Washington Center, raising funds for local homeless youth.
- Spend a day in Hoodsport with this guide to Hood Canal fun.
- Grab a bite at Uptown Lounge in the heart of Yelm (and adjacent to the movie theater!).
- Root for your favorite team as local basketball teams battle through regionals.
- Head to the Olympia Family Theater Friday and Saturday for their version of the Three Little Pigs.
- Take your littles to the new Tumwater Historical Park playground to burn some energy.
- Mark your calendar for a year of festivals and events in Thurston County.
- Polish your clam shovel in preparation for next weekend’s razor clam tides.
- Visit the Hands On Children’s Museum for free dental health screenings and more all weekend.
- Find your next read at the massive Books, Brownies and Beans used book sale on Saturday.
- Play your favorite game at the South Sound Board Game Convention. All welcome.
- Visit an open house event this weekend. Click here to see the list of Van Dorm Realty’s open houses.
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*Photo credit: Diane Waiste