What are you going to do with your extra day this year? Leap Day 2020 falls on a Saturday, making it a great time to get out and do something you may not normally do! From concerts and woodworking to BINGO and mattress fundraisers, there are plenty of things to do in Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey and throughout Thurston County this weekend. You can access the full calendar here. Check out our highlights below.
- Fall down the rabbit hole with The Mad Hatter’s Gin & Tea Party at the Hands On Children’s Museum February 28.
- Take a date night with SPSCC Theatre Collective Presents: This Random World February 28.
- Learn to make a bee house with Shop Tools for Non-Men: Bee Houses at the LaceyMaker Space February 28.
- Make “green” cleaning products and learn what are safest for children at the WET Center February 28.
- Join Disabled Hikers in Olympia for an accessible hike at McLane Creek Nature Trail February 29.
- Find a new mattress and save money while helping out Tenino Band Boosters February 29.
- Test your luck with Leap Year BINGO at Olympia Senior Center February 29.
- Come and see the family friendly documentary, “The Biggest Little Farm” that serves as a fundraiser for a new Greenhouse at Madison Avanti Giving Garden March 1.
- Listen to the Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia Winter Concert at The Washington Center March 1.
- Search for a new favorite book at the Friends of the Olympia Library Sale of Books & Media March 1.
- Head to a local youth theater production with the family.
- Purchase tickets to hear Juilliard-based pianist Angie Zhang at The Washington Center.
- Get your tickets for the UFO/Paranormal Summit at Quinault Beach Resort and Casino.
- Check out the Native American Art exhibit at SPSCC.
- Sign up to be one of the first to shop the new treasures at Shipwreck Beads.
- Take your business or career to the next level at the South Sound Business and Career EXPO.
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