What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

There are a number of events on tap this weekend in Thurston County, including an online auction, a kids fishing event and pier peer.

Kids Fishing Event (LACEY)
Saturday, April 11, from 8 a.m.
This fun, family-friendly event is designed to introduce kids and families to the joy of fishing together. Knowledgeable volunteers will be on-site to teach basic fishing skills, share tips, and help kids experience the excitement of catching their very first fish.

Girlfriends Spring Market (OLYMPIA)
Friday-Saturday, April 10-11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Have fun shopping and get inspired by the displays of vintage, true antiques, midcentury, primitive, upcycled, crafted and perennials. Excellent food and drink on-site.

An Introduction to Buddhist Meditation (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Rev. Koshin Schomberg, a monk in the Soto Zen (Serene Reflection meditation) tradition of Buddhism, will offer a workshop on Buddhist meditation at the Olympia Unitarian Universalist Church.

Pier Peer at Zittel's Marina (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, April 11, 7-9 p.m.
Underwater lights attract spectacular estuary creatures for you to observe, while volunteer naturalists help you identify and learn more about what you’ve found.

Chinese Life in Olympia Walking Tour (OLYMPIA)
Weekends, April 11-19
Meet your tour guide at the Olympia AHA Museum, then embark on a flat route through the locations of former Olympia Chinatowns and visit Olympia's Chinese Heritage Marker.

Lincoln Options Elementary School Online Auction (OLYMPIA)
April 8-18, 6-8:15 p.m.
Bid today to support program funding for Lincoln Options Elementary School. The online auction is open through 11 p.m. on April 18.

Artistic Director's Brunch (OLYMPIA)
Sunday, April 12, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Artistic Director’s Brunch is your opportunity to meet, greet and speak to some of Harlequin’s artists about their process, while enjoying a fabulous hampagne brunch.