What's happening this weekend— Thurston County Fair, Hummingbird Studio Art in the Park and other festivities

Join the county’s biggest annual fair and other local events!

Thurston County Fair, July 31 – August 4, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
The Thurston County Fair returns this summer to feature local products, youth exhibitors, artists, and delicious food- you might even get to see some baby animals! Enjoy lots of fun for the whole family, with great food, vendors, live music, and lots, lots more! Click this link for more details. 

Women’s Liberation Book Club, Friday, August 2, 6 – 7 p.m.
Visit the Orca Books Co-op to discuss I Love Myself When I Am Laughing... And Then Again When I Am Looking Mean and Impressive by Zora Neale Hurston.  Hurston was praised for her writing but condemned for her independence and audacity. Click this link for more details.

 Lacey in Tune Concerts & Movies - Mick Hart Band & Migration, Friday, August 2, 7 – 10 p.m.
If you are looking for an inexpensive date night or family night, come to Lacey in Tune Friday Nights! July 19 to August 9 at Huntamer Park, concerts start at 7 p.m. then settle in for a movie at dusk. August 2 features Classic Vinyl with the Mick Hart Band and Migration! Click this link for more details.

Hummingbird Studio Art in the Park, Friday, August 2
Hummingbird Studio is a free and inclusive art program for artists of all ages and abilities. Join the Friday art sessions this summer at the Squaxin Park Rose Garden Shelter. Registration is encouraged. Click this link for more details. 

Ceramics Workshop with Arbutus Folk School, Saturday, August 3, 2 – 4 p.m.
Join Arbutus Folk School instructor nicole gugliotti and artist-in-residence Jessie Knorr to make simple mug and spoon sets out of clay. You will learn ceramic hand-building techniques to sculpt and personalize your projects, available for pick-up at the library after kiln-firing. Click this link for more details.

 County Commissioner's Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, August 3, 8:30 – 10 a.m.
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners will host their annual Pancake Breakfast at the Heritage Hall of the Thurston County Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 3. This is a great opportunity to meet your local government and enjoy a free pancake breakfast. Click this link for more details.