Labor Day Weekend Edition!

The upcoming holiday weekend offers a lot of things to see and do.
The big event to see is Olympia Harbor Days on the downtown waterfront!

It could also be a good time for a road trip, hike or walk... or maybe it's time to plant a few things in the garden... or adopt a furry friend! 

Olympia locals have a special chance this week to welcome a new animal companion into their homes.

Joint Animal Services is holding a Waived Fee Adoption Event, running from Tuesday, August 26 through Friday, August 29.

All adoption fees are being covered by the generosity of Best Friends Animal Society, making it easier than ever to adopt.

This event helps connect loving families with pets while easing the shelter’s crowding concerns.

Adopted animals receive a health check, required vaccinations, deworming, a microchip, and are already spayed or neutered.

Taking home a pet means both adding joy to your household and backing the shelter’s caring mission.

Visit Joint Animal Services between August 26 and 29 to meet pets ready for adoption.

Meet Bear: A 3 year-old Alaskan Husky/Mix With
A Big Heart And Even Bigger Personality!

He has a perfect blend of beauty and brains... a loving, and playful campion!

What else is on his resume?

Like most Huskies, Bear is smart, energetic, and curious. This means he can get a little mischievous when bored, with a talent for escape artistry and digging adventures. A secure yard, daily exercise, and mental stimulation will help keep Bear safe, happy, and engaged.

Make some memories with Bear
Set up a meet and greet with Joint Animal Services.
Call: 360-352-2510
ID# 57578247 

Click here for more details!

Olympia Harbor Days Festival

August 29–31, 2025

Percival Landing & Downtown Olympia waterfront

Free

Olympia’s marquee maritime festival—boarding vintage tugboats, deck tours, tugboat races, tall ships, sand sculpting, LEGO harbor builds, music and food. Educational, interactive, and perfect for kids of all ages.
Learn more here!

Sunflower Festival at Rutledge Family Farm
Friday, August 29 thru Sunday, August 31
10am –4pm
Rutledge Family Farm, 302 93rd Ave SE, Olympia
Make it a fun day outdoors by wandering through acres of vibrant blooms featuring over 40 varieties of sunflowers and more than 400 dahlia plants in 15+ stunning colors. Click here for details!

Movies at the Marina – Shrek (PG)

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Evening (typically around dusk)

Olympia Waterfront (Marina)

A free outdoor screening of Shrek, a great family movie night under the stars.  Click here for more details!