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Thursday, August 1

Play in the Parks - Lulu LaFever

2:00 PM
August 1 come to Wonderwood Park and express your creativity at Lulu LaFever’s illustrator party with stories & songs!

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.

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. 

Friday, August 2

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!

Tidal Zone Touch Tank With Puget Sound Estuarium

10:00 AM
Learn about cool critters of the intertidal zone with educators and a touch tank from the Puget Sound Estuarium!

Olympia History and Haunted Tour

12:00 PM
This tour explores the legends behind the city’s founding, “mosquito fleet,” shipwrecks, shanghaiing, ghosts, other “undead,” and cryptids.

Printmaking with Mimi Williams

12:00 PM
Join local artist Mimi Williams and learn the art of printmaking! Sponsored By: The PARC Foundation

Listen Here: A Lunch Break Story Time For Adults

12:10 PM
Corey Snow, professional audiobook narrator, and voice actor, will entertain and inspire attendees with selections from the wide, wonderful world of short fiction.

Raptor Ambassadors with The Falconer

1:00 PM
Enjoy the chance to get up close and personal with raptors! Discover the ancient art of falconry and the important role these birds play in nature.

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

Night Market at the Depot

4:00 PM
Indulge in delicious foods, check out unique arts and crafts, listen to music, and enjoy the activities!

Women's Liberation Book Club

6:00 PM
Join us Friday, August 2nd at 6:00 p.m. at Orca Books Co-op to discuss I Love Myself When I Am Laughing... And Then Again When I Am Looking Mean and Impressive by Zora Neale Hurston. Copies are available in store now. About the collection: …

Lacey in Tune Concerts & Movies - Mick Hart Band & Migration

7:00 PM
If you are looking for an inexpensive date night or family night, come to Lacey in Tune Friday Nights! July 19 to August 9 at Huntamer Park, concerts start at 7 p.m. then settle in for a movie at dusk. Don’t forget to grab dinner or a treat from …

"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. 

Hummingbird Studio Art in the Park

Hummingbird Studio is a free and inclusive art program for artists of all ages and abilities. Join the Friday art sessions this summer at the Squaxin Park Rose Garden Shelter.