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Sunday, July 28

Hands On Summer Splash

Enjoy themed adventures, visiting artists, animal encounters, special guests, stage performers,  and awesome activities until September 2. 

State Fair musical

The musical is set against the backdrop of the 1946 Iowa State Fair and reflects the essence of rural life.

StoryTrail at Wonderwood Park

Experience reading the picture book "A Day with No Words" by Tiffany Hammond, at Wonderwood Park with special activities and questions along the way.

Tumwater's 18th Annual Screen on the Green

Grab a blanket, pack a picnic, and join fellow park-goers for a family-friendly movie under the stars. 

Monday, July 29

The 2024 Master Recycler Composter Volunteer Training application is now available!

12:00 AM
Are you passionate about recycling, waste reduction, and composting? Do you want to serve our Thurston County community as a volunteer? If yes, then we want you to join the Thurston County Master Recycler Composter volunteer program! MRC volunteers …

Summer Day Camp

7:30 AM
Join us for another exciting year of summer camp as we explore a variety of weekly themes, create awesome crafts, engage in group games, and go on adventurous field trips!

Marine Creature Monday 2024

11:30 AM
South Puget Sound's rich marine biodiversity is proof of the region's ecological significance. Join the Stream Team as they marvel at the wonders of the underwater world living beneath the docks.

Scherler Sundays

3:00 PM
Enjoy food vendors, alley games for kids, beverages from 3 Magnets Brewing, and live podcast interviews with the performers for Low Profile With Markly Morrison

"Wildscapes" Fine art and Craft exhibition

Kicking off summer with a bright and lively group exhibit “Wildscapes" featuring wire sculpture by Colleen Cotey, carvings by Sara Gettys, pastel by Deborah Henderson, sgraffito by Julia Janeway, feather art by Chris Maynard, and abstract landscape paintings by Karen Small.

Hands On Summer Splash

Enjoy themed adventures, visiting artists, animal encounters, special guests, stage performers,  and awesome activities until September 2. 

State Fair musical

The musical is set against the backdrop of the 1946 Iowa State Fair and reflects the essence of rural life.

StoryTrail at Wonderwood Park

Experience reading the picture book "A Day with No Words" by Tiffany Hammond, at Wonderwood Park with special activities and questions along the way.

Tumwater's 18th Annual Screen on the Green

Grab a blanket, pack a picnic, and join fellow park-goers for a family-friendly movie under the stars. 

Tuesday, July 30

The 2024 Master Recycler Composter Volunteer Training application is now available!

12:00 AM
Are you passionate about recycling, waste reduction, and composting? Do you want to serve our Thurston County community as a volunteer? If yes, then we want you to join the Thurston County Master Recycler Composter volunteer program! MRC volunteers …

Summer Day Camp

7:30 AM
Join us for another exciting year of summer camp as we explore a variety of weekly themes, create awesome crafts, engage in group games, and go on adventurous field trips!

Open Garden at Dirt Works Demonstration Garden

9:00 AM
Explore 2 acres of inspiring fruit, vegetable, sensory, and ornamental gardens that use scientifically proven gardening practices.

Scherler Sundays

3:00 PM
Enjoy food vendors, alley games for kids, beverages from 3 Magnets Brewing, and live podcast interviews with the performers for Low Profile With Markly Morrison

Lacey in Tune Children's Entertainment - Peter Irish

6:30 PM
On July 30, check out the amazing Hackey Sack Champ Peter Irish!

Lantern Lights the Library: Live Music

7:00 PM
This series of events makes local music accessible to people of all ages in a safe, fun environment. The lineup this month is Manic Pixie Dream Boat (Oly), The Etnos (Oly), and Titans of Industry (PDX).

"Wildscapes" Fine art and Craft exhibition

Kicking off summer with a bright and lively group exhibit “Wildscapes" featuring wire sculpture by Colleen Cotey, carvings by Sara Gettys, pastel by Deborah Henderson, sgraffito by Julia Janeway, feather art by Chris Maynard, and abstract landscape paintings by Karen Small.