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12/18/2025

Join us for a magical afternoon in the maze with Jim Henson’s Labyrinth—goblins, glitter, iconic puppets, and David Bowie at maximum charisma.

Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 4:00 PM
Lacey Timberland Library (meeting room)
Free • All are welcome • Popcorn will be served

Bring a friend (or your bravest inner child) and come get delightfully lost.

11/18/2025

Calendar Alert!!! OYC's Parade of Lighted Ships happens Saturday December 6th. An Olympia tradition since 1965, it also includes a Dockside Display Friday at Percival Landing Friday December 5th. Stay Tuned!

Details to Follow!!!!!!!

10/31/2025

Thurston County’s Fall Fix-It Fair is back! 👏😀

Bring your broken items and get them repaired for free at the Lacey MakerSpace on Wednesday, November 5, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Volunteer fixers will be available to help with clothing and mending, lamps, small appliances, jewelry, housewares, and more.

When you repair instead of replace, you reduce waste, save money, and support a more sustainable community.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, November 5
Time: 2:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Lacey MakerSpace, St. Martin’s University Campus
Pre-register: https://fs23.formsite.com/wg80xb/n6djn081jh/index

The Thurston County Fix-It Fair was recently recognized with a 2025 National Association of Counties (NACo) Best in Category Award for its positive community impact.

Learn more at: https://thurstoncountywa.info/fixit

Fix-it Fair A community repair event Get help fixing your broken items and learn valuable repair skills at Fix-it Fair! Upcoming events Fix-It Fair! Wednesday, November 5, 20252:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Sign up to have an item fixed Lacey MakerSpaceSt. Martin’s University CampusZaverl Hall – Build....

10/31/2025

Downtown Olympia from 3-7pm

10/30/2025

📢 Important Service Announcement — THANKSGIVING DISTRIBUTIONS are November 24–26!

Below is basic distribution information for Monday at Evergreen Christian Community (NOT at the Olympia Food Pantry!), Tuesday at Saint Martin’s University (NOT at the Lacey Food Pantry!), and Wednesday at the Olympia Food Pantry. Please visit our website for important details, including maps for drive-up service on Monday and Tuesday!

Walk-up services during the Monday/Tuesday drive-through distributions are difficult for capacity and safety reasons, but please know that we never turn anyone away.

https://tcfb.org/services/food-services/thanksgiving/

🚗 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Evergreen Christian Community:
1000 Black Lake Blvd SW, Olympia WA 98502
• DRIVE-UP ONLY • 10 am–3 pm:
• Drive-up Thanksgiving Distribution ONLY
• Please line up NO EARLIER than 9 am
• Must be in line before 3 pm

🚗 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25
Saint Martin's University Old Main Staircase:
5300 Pacific Avenue, Lacey WA 98503
• DRIVE-UP ONLY • 10 am–3 pm:
• Drive-up Thanksgiving Distribution ONLY
• Please line up NO EARLIER than 9 am
• Must be in line before 3 pm

🛒 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Olympia Food Pantry (downtown):
220 Thurston Ave NE, Olympia WA 98501
• Regular inside service • 10:30 am–3 pm
• Must be in line before 3 pm
• Thanksgiving items available while supplies last for those who have not yet received them
• Free parking on Franklin St., Thurston Ave., and Adams St. while you shop at the pantry
• Please bring your own bags!

If you will be visiting one of our Satellites, please reach out to your local satellite for information on their holiday distribution, or call Rebekah at 360-352-8597 ext. 106.

Please note: We are closed on November 27 & 28.

Mission Statement Our November Holiday Food Distribution Thinking about Thanksgiving? So are we! Our distribution will be a little different this year, so we have prepared some details for you to go over so your family is best prepared. Based on our current inventory, this is the most

10/29/2025

🕸️You won’t want to miss this year’s Trunk or Treat this Thursday, October 30th, here at PHSS on 412 Lilly Rd from 5:30-6:30pm! This fun family-friendly event is a great opportunity to dress up, connect with the community, and make lasting memories!👻🧛‍♀️🦸‍♂️



Anyone is welcome to join us for the festivities, see attached flyer for details!👻 🎃



Sheriff Sanders is coming! The Sheriff is our “celebrity judge” to help pick the top 3 trunk winners!! We’ve got a lot of trunks this year, and even more creativity – it will be awesome to see what all our trunkers have come up with 😊



We also have scheduled a fire truck to come from Olympia FD, as well as police vehicles from Olympia PD and Washington State Patrol!



Parking: Attached is the parking map. We have very limited spaces in our parking lot for treaters to use, so please look at this map for alternative spots around our area.



So, grab a treat bag, dress up if you want, and come on by to join in the fun!!





Marsha and Tracey

10/02/2025

Join the Squaxin Island Tribe and the City of Olympia on October 13 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The event will be held at Squaxin Park Shelter #4 (2600 East Bay Drive NE). Attendees can look forward to cultural performances, speakers, educational activities and food. Families are welcome.

For more information, visit https://www.olympiawa.gov/calendar.php?view=day&month=10&day=13&year=2025&calendar=&id=680.

Image: social media graphic for the Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration with photos from past years’ celebrations

09/25/2025

09/25/2025

Downtown Olympia comes alive this fall! Join us for Fall Arts Walk, Oct 3–4, 2025—a celebration of art, music, creativity, and community. Explore local galleries, enjoy live performances, and connect with neighbors in the heart of Olympia.

Learn more at artswalkoly.com

09/24/2025

John the Falconer and the Reptile Lady will appear at the Nisqually Watershed Festival! This free event is on Sat., Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There is NO parking on-site, so catch a free shuttle from the Hawks Prairie Park and Ride. Food booths, entertainment, activities... fun for everyone! https://nisquallyriver.org/festival/

Photo credit: Shelby Anderson

09/23/2025

Saturday, Sept. 27 is the Nisqually Watershed Festival from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.! This is the one day each year when you cannot drive to the refuge-- our parking lots are completely full of activities and entertainment. Head for the Hawks Prairie Park and Ride and catch a shuttle between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. This event and the shuttle are all free! https://nisquallyriver.org/festival/

Photo credit: Carole Holmson