What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

Enjoy family-friendly activities this weekend, from community volunteerism to versatile performances in Thurston County.

Arctic Adventures: Penguin Palooza (OLYMPIA)
Weekend, Jan. 17-18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
It’s the coolest winter celebration around! Explore a wonderland of icy adventures as you sock skate across an indoor rink, discover the magic of snowy science and watch sparkling Dr. Science experiments.

MLK Day Restoration Event (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Jan. 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join the City of Olympia and community partners to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a hands-on volunteer service project at Squaxin Park. Volunteers will help restore critical habitat by removing invasive English ivy and spreading wood chips to prevent regrowth.

Magic Curtain Morning - Adventures of Moo Kitty (OLYMPIA)
Jan. 16-17, 10:15-11 a.m.
This is the tale of how Moo the kitty came to live here at the Olympia Family Theater. This story is about community, belonging, animal adoption and animal rescue information. Half of all proceeds will go to Joint Animal Services in Olympia.

Olympia National Day of Racial Healing Community Conversation
Saturday, Jan. 17, 1:30-4 p.m.
The time together on Jan. 17 will include light refreshments, activities and speakers, including a children's story time with Olympia Mayor Dontae Payne.

"It is Happiness" Fundraising Concert
Saturday, Jan. 17, 3-5:30 p.m.
Capital City Chorus - Chorale has been invited to sing the national debut of local composer Joan Szymko's "It is Happiness," based on Pulitzer poet Mary Oliver, at Carnegie Hall.