Good morning, Olympia.

Boo Bash at the Hands On Children's Museum will run from Oct.

25 to 31 and gives families fun with a glow zone, straw bale maze, and live demos from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—it also features sensory sessions on Oct. 25 and 26 and a Monster of Scare-Emonies contest with prizes for children.

On October 9 at 7:30 p.m., the Capitol Fools will perform at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Olympia—using satire to update their political parodies for a fresh look at current politics.

Seasonally operated campgrounds in Olympic National Forest have begun closing for the 2025 summer season — with closure dates set from September 22 to December 1 and several sites already closed.

Visitors should plan ahead since all campgrounds except Collins are cashless, with payments available via credit or debit at on-site self-service stations or through the Recreation.gov mobile app.

The Fones Road Corridor Project in Olympia will resume nighttime work on Monday, Sept.

22 as crews finish water and power conversions this week and begin installing a new water main—Motorists are urged to take alternate routes while Puget Sound Energy converts the electrical system underground.

On Tuesday, September 16th, the Olympia City Council discussed plans to change tenant screening rules to help low-income residents, immigrants, and people of color by considering new income caps and alternatives for Social Security numbers—survey results and fair housing guidelines shaped proposals on credit, criminal, and rental history checks. The council will address these reforms at upcoming meetings to reduce housing discrimination.

First Annual Oktoberfest

11 AM – 7 PM — Stone City Event Center — Details upcoming — Experience the vibrant Bavarian spirit with beer, brats, and lively contests.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bodie's Light 5k Fun Run/Walk

10:00 AM – 11:30 PM — Heritage Park — Registration required — Participate in a fun run to support Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

Mariachi Herencia de México Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of a bicultural mariachi band gaining acclaim across North America.