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Olympia
Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ RatsPacNW, a rat club that started in 2001, holds annual rat shows at the Thurston County Fairgrounds—drawing about 300 people to see contests for fancy rats and fun pet show events. The club welcomes new members and volunteers as it works to grow local interest in pet rats. ThurstonTalk
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local coffee shops and bakeries near Olympia now offer a range of seasonal pumpkin drinks and treats for the fall season—options include dairy-free pumpkin spice lattes, house-made pumpkin bread, and gluten-free, vegan pumpkin scones. Patrons can visit Fog — Fern Coffeehouse, Avenue Espresso, Northwest Grind, Olympia Baking Company, or Miss Moffett’s Mystical Cupcakes to enjoy these local flavors. ThurstonTalk
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September Book Club Meeting: Warblers & Woodpeckers
4:30-6 p.m. — Browsers Bookshop — Free entry — Dive into the avian adventures of a father-son duo as they embark on a Big Year of birding.
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Brad Williams Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience one of the funniest comedians in the country as he delivers high-energy performances and insightful humor.
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First Annual Oktoberfest
11 AM – 7 PM — Stone City Event Center — Details upcoming — Experience the vibrant Bavarian spirit with beer, brats, and lively contests.
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Silent Movie: Chaplin's The Gold Rush
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — $18-$20 — Experience the charm of silent cinema with Chaplin’s classic, accompanied by live organ music.
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PNW Fungi Basics Crash Course
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Nisqually Reach Nature Center — Interactive course — Explore the fascinating world of fungi and mushrooms with hands-on training and expert guidance.
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Ethics of Simple Self-Care in Nature Workshop
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM — The ONE Center — $199.00 — Explore the healing power of nature while earning law and ethics continuing education credits.
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Ethan Tucker Live at The Pig Bar
7-11 p.m. — The Pig Bar — Tickets available — Experience Ethan Tucker's soulful acoustic roots and bluesy vocals in a lively setting.
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Tree & Fungi Identification Basics
1:30-4:00 p.m. — Rose Garden at Squaxin Park — $25 — Explore tree and fungi identification on a guided nature walk during the Fall Fungi Season.
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DSHS Mobile Office Visit
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Olympia Timberland Library — Free service — Access food, cash, and medical benefits right in your community.
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Ballet Northwest - Crescendo
7-10 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Adult: $45, Youth: $35 — Celebrate 55 years of dance with world premieres and performances from local ensembles.
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