What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

There are a number of events going on in Thurston County this weekend, including an Embroidery Workshop in Lacey and a  Holiday Market in Olympia.

Holiday Market (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Get ready to kick off the season with cheer, cocoa and community. Explore a variety of vendors offering handmade goods, festive gifts and delicious treats.

Embroidery Workshop: Felt Pumpkins (LACEY)
Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Celebrate the cozy spirit of the autumnal season with this hands-on workshop where you’ll create an adorable embroidered felt pumpkin. Together, you will walk through each step: assembling the pumpkin base, adding lovely, whimsical embroidered details, and finishing your piece so it’s ready to display.

Joy Food Forest Work Party (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Bring joy to the Joy Food Forest. At this work party, organizers will be preparing for the winter by laying down chips, amending soil, adding some new native plants to the forest, and planting a beautiful new hedgerow to provide some privacy for neighbors.

Hands-On AI Demo Workshop (LACEY)
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2-4 p.m.
Curious about artificial intelligence? Join a hands-on workshop where you’ll explore and compare different AI tools, including ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude.

Memento Mori Art Show (TUMWATER)
Saturday, Nov. 1, 4-7 p.m.
Join the 10th anniversary celebration of the Memento Mori Art Show & Giveaway at The Copper Wolf. They are marking a decade of art, community and creativity on Day of the Dead with a special evening full of new artwork by eight local artists, live music, sweet treats and a chance to win 10 hours of custom tattooing!

Veteran's Celebration (TUMWATER)
Sunday, Nov. 2, from 2 p.m.
Thurston County Pomona Grange is honoring veterans at Brighton Park Grange Hall. A U.S. flag presentation will be handled by the Sons of the American Revolution, George Rogers Clark Chapter.

SOGO Fall Concert (OLYMPIA)
Sunday, Nov. 2, 4-6 p.m.
SOGO’s season opener promises an exciting mix of talent, tradition and a few surprises. Featured guest and SOGO alumnus Henry Nordhorn returns to the stage with the Conservatory Orchestra and Brass Choir, which will be performing works by Gershwin and Mozart on French horn.