There's something for everyone this weekend.
Learn about a replica viking ship on Puget Sound to how to prep your garden for Fall so that it will be ready for Spring next year.
Also, support local businesses by shopping for handmade goods for the Holidays at the Thurston County Fairgrounds.

Your Soil, My Garden 🍂🌳
Friday, November 7
6:30pm - 7:30pm
REI at Capital Mall
Olympia

Free Admission
Toni Ghazal, Master Gardener instructor, and author of “My Eclectic Garden,” will lead a 40-minute Fall gardening workshop. Learn about preparing your garden prep for spring, autumn perennial care, and organic vs. nonorganic soil amendments. Learn more here!

33rd Annual Homemade for the Holidays 🌲🎅🤶🎁

Friday, Nov 7 - 4pm to 8 pm

Saturday, Nov 8 - 9am to 4pm

Thurston County Fairgrounds

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Free Admission

A holiday‑themed craft fair featuring local handmade goods and vendors — a good opportunity to get early holiday shopping in while supporting local makers. Click here for more details!

Uptown: A Celebration of Motown & Soul
Saturday, November 8
7:30pm - 9pm
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Olympia
Fusing Bruno Mars caliber stage presence with top-tier vocals and wall-to-wall choreography, the men of UPTOWN combine the smooth stylings of R&B with the fresh hits of today in a unique and modern show that gets every crowd on their feet. Buy tickets here!

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Secret Little 🍂 Fall Hack

Check out the farmer's market in downtown Olympia for fresh, local produce and handmade goods.

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Meet Harvest Moon: a 1-year-old Australian Shepherd/Mix 

Harvest Moon is very people-focused and absolutely food-motivated.

What else is on his resume?

When playtime rolls around, this 58-pound beauty is in his element - chewing, tossing, and tearing up his favorite toys with enthusiasm. Don't worry, though - this clever boy only rips up what he knows he's allowed to, proving he's got both manners and mischief in perfect balance.

Make some memories with Harvest Moon
Set up a meet and greet with Joint Animal Services.
Call: 360-352-2510
ID# 59706538 

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Why did the scarecrow win an award in Olympia, WA?

Because he was outstanding in his field!