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Scout Troop 48's Breakfast with Santa

7:30 AM

1224 Legion Way SE
Olympia, WA

Have breakfast with Santa! Scout Troop 48 is holding Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 7:30 - 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Olympia.

Learn to Play Bridge

9:00 AM

130 Marvin Rd SE, Suite 124
Lacey, WA

Saturday mornings will be used to learn the game of bridge. Open to anyone new to the game, or others who may wish to refresh or deepen their knowledge.

Senior Action Network's Breakfast with Santa

9:00 AM

222 Capital Way NW
Olympia, WA

On Saturday, December 7, the Senior Action Network (SAN) is hosting its annual fundraiser “Breakfast With Santa” at the Olympia Senior Center on 222 Columbia Street NW in Olympia.

The Firs Annual Holiday Bazaar

9:00 AM

426 Lilly Road NE
Olympia, WA

Come to The Firs Holiday Bazaar shop for plants, crafts, holiday goodies, wreathes, jewelry, art and more!

Friends of the Lacey Library - Book Sale

9:30 AM

500 College Street SE
Lacey, WA

Visit the Friends of the Lacey Library bi-monthly book sale.

SMU Saints 2024 Jingle Bell Run

9:30 AM

Baran Drive SE
Lacey, WA

Saint Martin's University presents: Saints 2024 Jingle Bell Run. Toy & Food Drive- proceeds to benefit the SMU Track & Field Program.

Thurston Housing Land Trust Annual Meeting

9:30 AM

Percival Landing
Olympia, Washi

2024 Annual Membership Meeting Thurston Housing Land Trust We're looking forward to our Annual Membership Meeting, which will be held Saturday, December 7th at the lovely Harbor House on Percival Landing. Current members, former members, and …

Christmas at the Museum - Tenino

10:00 AM

Thurston Co Rails-To-Trails
Tenino, WA

The Museum will be all dressed up for Christmas! Come see Santa's Caboose. Get your picture taken with the Pioneer Sleigh.

Science of Snow

10:00 AM

500 Adams Street NE
Olympia, www

Get ready to dive deep into the science of snow, a fascinating world that is important for everything from Disney movies to avalanche protection.

Specialized Recreation - Thunder Fish Swim Club

10:00 AM

350 River Ridge Drive SE
Lacey, Washi

Join the Thunder Fish Swim Club! Whether you want to train for the Special Olympics or just get in some splash time, this club is for you! Each session will be held on Saturday. Ages 8 and up are eligible to attend.

Tiny Tides Storytime

10:00 AM

309 State Ave. NE
Olympia, WA

Join the story time on October 10 for Tiny Tides! Families will then get the chance to meet touch tank ambassadors and help feed the tank animals.

Tiny Tides Storytime

10:00 AM

309 State Ave. NE
Olympia, WA

Visit the Puget Sound Estuarium on December 7 for Tiny Tides!

Winterfest

10:00 AM

500 w. 2nd ave
Tenino, WA

Try taking Santa photos at Tenino High School, as part of the proceeds will be donated to the food bank and photos are printed on the spot!

Nature Wind Chime Crafting

11:00 AM

3100 Capital Mall Dr SW
Olympia, WA

Join the community at this FREE event in making wind chimes using garden scrap and upcycled materials!

Penguin Play Day

11:00 AM

1919 Rd 65 NW
Olympia, WA

Parents, take a break from the holiday hustle! Hansen Elementary invites you to “Penguin Play Day”, a special drop-off event on Saturday, December 7th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ASHHO Cultural Bazaar

12:00 PM

5757 Littlerock Rd SW
Tumwater, WA

Visit the ASHHO Cultural Bazaar—a vibrant, uplifting event that brings together our community to celebrate the incredible talents of Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers. With over 35 vendors, this is your chance to discover unique, handcrafted treasures like stunning jewelry, captivating artwork, soothing candles, and so much more!

Nisqually Holiday Bazaar

12:00 PM

4820 SheNahNum Dr SE
OLYMPIA, WA

The Nisqually Holiday Bazaar at the Billy Frank Jr Gym.

Traditions and New Stories: Quilts and Textile Art

12:00 PM

512 Washington St. SE
Olympia, WA

The Washington Center for the Performing Arts will host an exhibition of quilts and textile arts titled “Traditions and New Stories” by Sew Many Stars Collective and Nicole Turner from December 5, 2023, to January 26, 2024.

21st Annual Tumwater Christmas Tree Lighting Festival

1:00 PM

555 Israel Rd SW
Tumwater, WA

The Tumwater Christmas Tree Lighting Festival is held each year on the 1st Saturday in December, at the Tumwater City Hall & Headquarters Fire Station.

Mystique - Songs of Christmas through the Ages

2:00 PM

280 E Wheelwright St
Allyn , WA

There is beauty to hear and joy to share at the Christmas concerts.

Home for the Holidays Soiree

3:00 PM

1431 11th Ave SE
Olympia, WA

Guests will enjoy delicious bites, beer and wine, a silent auction, live music, raffles, and more, all in support of Madison Elementary School students!

Paper Trails - Fine Art and Craft Exhibition

4:00 PM

222 4th Ave. West
Olympia, WA

The exhibition features sculptural paper forms by Helga Winter, Paper-cuts by Nikki McClure from her recent publication Something About the Sky, a brand new Block Print series by Mimi Williams My Life in Trees, new Intaglio Prints by Lisa Sweet, and Sumi Paintings by Sun Watkins.

Splash Holiday Party

5:00 PM

501 Columbia St NW, Suite #C
Olympia, WA

Come out of the cold and into the warmth of our 13+-year-old co-op gallery to enjoy beautiful art, fabulous gifts, sips and savors, and fun prizes.

Olympia Yacht Club (OYC) Annual Parade of Lighted Ships

5:15 PM

701 NW Columbia Street
Olympia, Washi

The longstanding holiday tradition of the annual Olympia Yacht Club Parade of Lighted Ships is coming!

Gripping Fodder Art Exhibit Show Opening

6:00 PM

120 Olympia Ave NE
Olympia, WA

Gripping Fodder all around all the time. A gust of wind. A dog barks. Two artists in a small town watching the movie Groundhog Day in a cold living room. Moving with Life forever, forever in motion.

Duende Libre Trio

7:00 PM

300 Fifth Avenue SW
Olympia, WA

Duende Libre Trio is an award-winning jazz trio whose original music combines jazz virtuosity with roots rhythms from Cuba, Brazil, and West Africa into a “strikingly authentic blend.”

Queer Prom 21+

7:00 PM

440 Yauger Way SW
Olympia, WA

Queer Prom is coming to Olympia! Join an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and celebration at TCMedia Studios

The Duende Libre Trio

7:00 PM

300 5th Ave SW
Olympia, WA

Duende Libre Trio is an award-winning jazz trio whose original music combines jazz virtuosity with roots rhythms from Cuba, Brazil, and West Africa into a “strikingly authentic blend.”

A Christmas Carol

7:30 PM

202 4th Ave E
Olympia, WA

Hailed as the greatest ghost story ever told, we continue our holiday tradition at Harlequin with Artistic Director Aaron Lamb’s fresh adaptation of Charles Dickens’s classic story of transformation, absolution, and grace.

Let Your Light Shine

7:30 PM

2011 Mottman Road
Olympia, Washi

The South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Music Department will be performing three concerts featuring SPSCC students this December at the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts Main Stage: Fall Jazz, The Year’s Twilight, and Let Your Light Shine.

MCE: It Could Be Beautiful

7:30 PM

512 Washington St. SE
Olympia, WA

A holiday offering of peace, light, and love, featuring Elaine Hagenberg’s Illuminare for choir and chamber orchestra.

16th Annual Native American Art Exhibition

2011 Mottman Road SW
Olympia, WA

The Leonor R. Fuller Gallery at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) will host the 16th Annual Native American Art Exhibition from November 4 to December 13, 2024. An opening reception …

2025 WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Training Application

The WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program is now recruiting adults in Thurston County for our 2025 WSU Master Gardener Training.

Build your own Village Luminary

317 4th Avenue East
Olympia, WA

Join this one-time holiday workshop, and build your own tiny village.

Donations accepted: Joy and Justice Book and Gift Giveaway

The 5th Annual Joy and Justice Book and Gift Giveaway for kids will be held on December 16-18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Evergreen Vista Apartments Community Center.

Honk! The Musical

612 4th Ave E
Olympia, WA

Olympia Family Theater announces its next MainStage adventure, Honk!

Oly on Ice

529 4th Ave W
Olympia, WA

There’s something truly magical about gliding across the ice at Oly on Ice. Located at Isthmus Park, the rink is situated amidst the city’s picturesque landscape, offering stunning views of Capitol Lake and the iconic Washington State Capitol building.

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