Sept 25 – Nov 15, 2026

Inspired by the world that emerges after the light fades, Childhood’s End Gallery presents “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Happ, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney.

Arts Walk Reception: Oct 2nd 5-9pm
Arts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm

FREE

Childhood’s End Gallery
222 4th Ave W
Olympia WA 98501

info@childhoods-end-gallery.com

360-943-3724

Sept 25 – Nov 15, 2026

Inspired by the world that emerges after the light fades, Childhood’s End Gallery presents “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Happ, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney.

Arts Walk Reception: Oct 2nd 5-9pm
Arts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm

FREE

Childhood’s End Gallery
222 4th Ave W
Olympia WA 98501

info@childhoods-end-gallery.com

360-943-3724

Make plans for a memorable night in downtown Olympia!

Join PARC Foundation for **PARC After Dark**, an evening of theater, community and local impact at Harlequin Productions’ historic State Theater.

The celebration begins at **5:30 PM** with a reception, community connections, raffle tickets and the final hour of PARC’s online silent auction. Bidding closes at **6:30 PM**, so arrive ready to make your last bids on packages and experiences from local donors.

At **7:00 PM**, guests will take their seats for PARC’s stage program and **Raise the Paddle**, followed at **7:30 PM** by a special performance of Thornton Wilder’s beloved classic, *Our Town*, presented by Harlequin Productions. Raffle tickets will remain available through the first intermission, with the winner drawn during the second intermission.

Come enjoy a night out while supporting greater access to parks, arts, recreation and culture throughout Thurston County.

**Thursday, October 1, 2026**
**Doors open at 5:30 PM**
**State Theater · Downtown Olympia**
**Tickets start at $55**

Space is limited—reserve your seats today at **PARC2026.givesmart.com**.

**Local Giving. Local Impact.**

Join a public reception to celebrate Oly AHA’s new exhibit, The Evergreen Effect, with the exhibit research and design team!

Developed in collaboration with two Evergreen State College student interns and in partnership with the Evergreen Archives, The Evergreen Effect, explores the relationship between Olympia and our unique college. Drawing on documents, photographs, and artifacts never before on exhibit, it traces the arts, cultures, and history we experience only because Evergreen is here.

This event is free and open to the public! Enjoy snacks and refreshments and a chance to speak with the Evergreen archivist and Oly AHA exhibit curator.

The Evergreen Effect will be on display through January 2027.

Join us at Thomas Architecture Studios for Olympia’s Fall Arts Walk!

Our gallery will be open Friday from 5–9 PM and Saturday from 12–6 PM, featuring the vibrant work of Suzana Bulatovic, with supporting glassworks by Michael Diamond.

Make an evening of it and enjoy a live saxophone performance from 6–7 PM on Friday while you explore the artwork, connect with local artists, and experience the creative energy of downtown Olympia.

We’d love to see you! Stop by, stay awhile, and celebrate the arts with us.

Our gallery will be open Friday from 5–9 PM and Saturday from 12–6 PM, featuring the vibrant work of Suzana Bulatovic, with supporting glassworks by Michael Diamond.

Make an evening of it and enjoy a live saxophone performance from 6–7 PM on Friday while you explore the artwork, connect with local artists, and experience the creative energy of downtown Olympia.

We’d love to see you! Stop by, stay awhile, and celebrate the arts with us.

Caring for someone with dementia impacts every aspect of your daily life.

As dementia affects your loved one’s abilities, a caregiver faces tests of stamina, problem solving, and resiliency. Maintaining your emotional and physical strength is critical, not just for you but also your loved one.  The caregiving experience will change day to day and overtime. A strong support system in place will help you take care of you while you care for someone else. Join us as we explore strategies and resources to support you in this journey.

Light refreshments will be provided!

The Young Artists Collective is a year-long creative journey for children, following the Olympia School District calendar. Through engaging weekly classes, students will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, famous artists, color theory, and more while building confidence, creativity, connection, and artistic skills. Throughout the year, each young artist will develop a personal portfolio, culminating in a professionally displayed end-of-year art exhibition celebrating their growth and achievements. $50/month per child Sept – June

Join South Sound Partners for Philanthropy for an inspiring evening with national nonprofit leader, motivator, and provocateur Robert Egger. Discover how we can challenge traditional assumptions, change the way we give, and spark meaningful transformation in our communities.

The evening begins with a networking reception at 5:00 pm with small bites from Masonry Cafe Catering, followed by Egger’s keynote presentation on the main stage from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

About the Speaker:
Robert Egger is a lifelong “power of food” champion and the originator of the Community Kitchen movement.
He founded the DC Central Kitchen, the LA Kitchen, and is a Founding Board Member of the World Central Kitchen. Collectively, these organizations have produced over 400 million meals and helped thousands of individuals attain self-sufficiency.

Honors & Recognition Author:
“Begging for Change” (2005 Terry McAdam “Best Nonprofit Management Book” Award)
Point of Light by President H.W. Bush, 2004
James Beard Foundation Humanitarian of the Year award, 2015
Conscious Capitalism Conscious Leader of the Year award,
Lifetime Achievement Award by the Washington Restaurant Association
The only direct service provider to appear on the Nonprofit Times list of the Most Powerful & Influential Nonprofit Leaders from 2006-2009,
Named an Oprah Angel and one of Oprah Magazine’s “Real Sexiest Men Alive”
Named one of the Ten Most Caring People in America by the Caring Institute.
Co-Convener of the first Nonprofit Congress, and Founder of CForward.
15-gallon blood donor with the American Red Cross.

Event Details: Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Location: Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts
Schedule: 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm: Networking 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm:
Keynote Presentation on the Main Stage

Let us know if you plan to attend! RSVPs are encouraged to help our primarily volunteer team plan accordingly. Members and guests are always welcome to attend, even if they are unable to RSVP in advance. RSVP Today! – https://form.jotform.com/262285514122148 You may also register on the South Sound Partners for Philanthropy site at www.https://celebrategiving.org.

The world is circling down the drain. At least it feels like it is! In this new world of flux and flow, new alternative methods of thinking are required, stat. A queer publishing press is popping up in Olympia, specializing in speculative fiction (scifi, fantasy, horror, etc). But what’s this got to do with the end of the world? Come meet the publishers of Countershade Press, Jonah and Austin Barnett, as they introduce you to their alternative worlds.

Audiences can expect to learn more about the press, followed with a monster drag show hosted by Luna DeLyte. Featuring D’Angelo Dandy, Corvyd, and Vanessa the Witch. Drag explores “the other side,” submerging ourselves into worlds of storytelling through movement, words, and expression. All elements—from origin stories and lore to costume choices—bring audiences to experience a post-binary world of opportunity, where being your authentic self shines in the most fantastical ways.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 10am-3pm
Swantown Marina North Port Parking Lot (1422 Marine Dr NE, Olympia, WA)

The family-friendly festival features a costume paddle, vendor marketplace, costume contests for adults and children, live music, food and beverage vendors – all set against a Halloween-and-witch-themed backdrop. 

Proceeds from the event will help launch a NEW scholarship program designed to make sailing, paddle boarding, and kayaking more accessible to queer youth and adults across the South Sound along with the Thurston County Food Bank.

The Young Artists Collective is a year-long creative journey for children, following the Olympia School District calendar. Through engaging weekly classes, students will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, famous artists, color theory, and more while building confidence, creativity, connection, and artistic skills. Throughout the year, each young artist will develop a personal portfolio, culminating in a professionally displayed end-of-year art exhibition celebrating their growth and achievements. $50/month per child Sept – June

Attention all ABBA fans! Get ready for a night of amazing live music, irresistible melodies, glittering costumes and pure joy when internationally acclaimed ABBA tribute band “ABRA Cadabra” takes the stage!

Featuring a captivating live band, powerful vocals, dazzling dancers, multimedia effects and multiple costume changes, this interactive, family-friendly stage extravaganza will have you smiling, clapping, grooving and singing along to your favorite ABBA classics like Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Take A Chance, Waterloo, SOS, Fernando, Gimme Gimme Gimme and more! ABRA Cadabra’s infectious energy, meticulous musical detail and passion for the music creates an uplifting atmosphere of celebration, nostalgia & human connection for all ages!

BIG NEWS, Olympia! Randy Rainbow is coming to the Washington Center on October 15, 2026! The four-time Emmy®-nominated comedian, viral superstar, and Grammy®-nominated recording artist is bringing his National Freakin’ Treasure tour right to our stage. If you’ve ever watched one of his videos and thought “I NEED to see this live” — this is your moment. Tickets are on sale now — grab yours before they’re gone!

Olympia’s walls and alleyways are adorned with more than 120 vibrant murals, each with its own story. Explore the art and learn about the artists and the histories these murals represent on a colorful downtown walking tour, organized in partnership with the Olympia Artspace Alliance.

Begin your tour journey at our “Paint the Town” exhibit, then follow a flat route through decorated downtown Olympia. Engage with work by local artists such as Joe Seymour, Ira Coyne, and Fern Tallos while visiting sites including “Welcome to Squaxin Territory,” the Rebecca Howard mural, the Olympia-Rafah Solidarity Mural, the Olympia Dragon Mural, and more!

Tours are less than one hour and under one mile on flat terrain.

Tickets are required for all participants. Free reservations for children aged 12 and under! Adult tickets are available on a sliding scale, with a recommended contribution of $15 per person.

Available Dates:
Sat, Sept. 19 at 10:30am
Sat, Sept. 26 at 10:30am
Tues, Oct. 6 at 5pm
Sat, Oct. 10 at 10:30am
Tues, Oct. 13 at 5pm
Sat, Oct. 17 at 10:30am

1. * Introduction: Speaker/s, scope of discussion.
2. * In Your lifetime: Powers of Attorney, General Advanced Directives, Dementia Directives, Mental Health Advanced Directives, Gifting and letting go.
3. * Probate – a second thought.
4. * After Your lifetime: Wills, Trusts, Real Property Transfers, and other advanced planning.
5. * How you Want to be Honored: Pre-paid funeral plans, Disposition of Remains, Sakya’s End of Life Materials
6. * Dana and Charitable Giving: Leaving a legacy.
7. * How to Plan Well: From self-help to finding the right lawyer.

The Young Artists Collective is a year-long creative journey for children, following the Olympia School District calendar. Through engaging weekly classes, students will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, famous artists, color theory, and more while building confidence, creativity, connection, and artistic skills. Throughout the year, each young artist will develop a personal portfolio, culminating in a professionally displayed end-of-year art exhibition celebrating their growth and achievements. $50/month per child Sept – June

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

The Young Artists Collective is a year-long creative journey for children, following the Olympia School District calendar. Through engaging weekly classes, students will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, famous artists, color theory, and more while building confidence, creativity, connection, and artistic skills. Throughout the year, each young artist will develop a personal portfolio, culminating in a professionally displayed end-of-year art exhibition celebrating their growth and achievements. $50/month per child Sept – June

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Celebrate fall with a bounty of family-friendly thrills and treats at Boo Bash, Oct. 24–31. Enjoy Halloween-inspired delights without the fright! Activities vary depending on the day of the week. Join the costume parade, press cider, watch exciting science demos, and more!

Boo Bash Proudly Sponsored by Olympia Subaru Kia

Supporting Sponsor: Pest Stop

Pumpkin Partner: Rutledge Family Farm

Get ready for a howl-o-ween afternoon of fun at the LoveOly Downtown for Halloween Pet Costume Contest! Whether your pet is rocking a hilarious outfit, a terrifyingly cute monster look, or purely adorable autumn attire, we want to see them shine.

Paws, claws, and costumes welcome—come show off your Halloween spirit and celebrate with us in Downtown Olympia!

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/2026petcos…

The pet costume contest is part of our larger LoveOly Downtown for Halloween celebration! Join us for these accompanying Halloween activities:

2-week Downtown Scavenger Hunt: October 17–31

Family Trick-or-Treating: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM on October 31 (at participating downtown businesses!)

See you Downtown! 🎃

Sept 25 – Nov 15, 2026

Inspired by the world that emerges after the light fades, Childhood’s End Gallery presents “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Happ, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney.

Arts Walk Reception: Oct 2nd 5-9pm
Arts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm

FREE

Childhood’s End Gallery
222 4th Ave W
Olympia WA 98501

info@childhoods-end-gallery.com

360-943-3724

The Young Artists Collective is a year-long creative journey for children, following the Olympia School District calendar. Through engaging weekly classes, students will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, famous artists, color theory, and more while building confidence, creativity, connection, and artistic skills. Throughout the year, each young artist will develop a personal portfolio, culminating in a professionally displayed end-of-year art exhibition celebrating their growth and achievements. $50/month per child Sept – June

The Young Artists Collective is a year-long creative journey for children, following the Olympia School District calendar. Through engaging weekly classes, students will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, famous artists, color theory, and more while building confidence, creativity, connection, and artistic skills. Throughout the year, each young artist will develop a personal portfolio, culminating in a professionally displayed end-of-year art exhibition celebrating their growth and achievements. $50/month per child Sept – June