What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

Visit local holiday markets, attend a gardening workshop or ribbon-cutting ceremony this weekend in Thurston County.

OCC Winter Makers' Markets Series (OLYMPIA)
Weekends, Nov. 7-Dec. 19 
The Weekly Winter Makers' Markets are here every weekend until Christmas! Come shop from a variety of small businesses, artists, designers and makers, all handmade. No AI! Shop local art, pottery, jewelry, stationery, crochet, antiques, home goods, plants and more!

Temple Beth Hatfiloh Hanukkah Bazaar and Bake Sale (OLYMPIA)
Sunday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Find that unique gift for that special someone! Booths feature jewelry, woodwork, photographic arts and crafts, glass art, textiles, leatherwork, pottery, hand-printed items, and much more by many of the area’s finest artists and artisans.

7th Annual Holiday Bazaar (OLYMPIA)
Weekend, Nov. 7-8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Celebrate community at a free two-day event located at the Historical Prosperity Grange, 3701 Steamboat Loop Road NW. The event will feature live music all day on both days, as well as local crafters and artists, yummy desserts, soup, warm drinks and a variety of delicious food.

Hands-On Hedgerow Demonstration Workshop (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Join the sixth hands-on workshop in this “Discover Hedgerows!” series with educational partners, Native Plant Salvage Foundation and landowner demonstration-site partners, Summit Farms.

Ask Your Local Experts (OLYMPIA)
Weekend, Nov. 7-8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The WSU Master Gardener, Master Recycler Composter programs and Master Gardener Foundation of Thurston County volunteers will provide related information and activities. The booth will be located inside Capital Mall in the large open space in front of Macy’s. 

Solar System Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Episcopal Retirement Communities (ERC), South Sound Solar and Olympia Community Solar are thrilled to invite the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony and solar energy workshop. This event marks the completion of the roof replacement and solar installation at the Colonial Residence, which reduces operating costs and generates clean electricity.