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X-WR-CALNAME:Olympia · next month · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arts Olympia Fall Show DTSTART:20261001T070000Z DTEND:20261002T065959Z DTSTAMP:20260830T002538Z UID:10006684-1790812800-1796083199@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,food DESCRIPTION:Come see Original Art by our local artists! Stop by for a bage l and enjoy! Schwartz’s Bakery\, 124 4th Ave E\, Olympia LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T002538Z LOCATION:Schwartz’s Bakery\, 124 4th Ave E\, Olympia\, WA\, Washington\, 98501 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/arts-olympia-fall-show/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261001T170000Z DTEND:20261001T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1307@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-29-2026 -10-01/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bremerton Government Affairs Regional Meeting DTSTART:20261001T170000Z DTEND:20261001T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T010732Z UID:353254-1790848800-1790856000@wahospitality.org CATEGORIES:civic DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host our annual autumn outreach meeting in B remerton. Each fall\, our Government Affairs team travels across the state to connect with members like you\, gathering valuable insights into the c hallenges and opportunities shaping our dynamic industry. \nThis event is also a great opportunity to meet state lawmakers and engage directly with them\, ask questions and help them better understand the needs of our indu stry. \nOur team will be available to: \n\nListen to your concerns and exp eriences\nDiscuss our legislative priorities\nProvide updates on the curre nt business climate\nAnswer your questions about the upcoming legislative session\n\nQuestions? Please contact us here. \nDon’t miss this importan t conversation—RSVP today! LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T010732Z LOCATION:Greater Kitsap Chamber\, 705 Pacific Ave\, Bremerton\, 98337\, Un ited States URL:https://wahospitality.org/event/bremerton-government-affairs-regional- meeting/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Washington Hospitality Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://wahospitality.org/blog/event/olympia-government-affai rs-regional-meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CASCADIA WRITERS - Focused Writing Session (in person) DTSTART:20261001T233000Z DTEND:20261002T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003025Z UID:event_316520956@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Cascadia Writers\n[Dues $60/year] **Struggling to establish a regular writing practice?** Join Cascadia Writers at Cutters Point Coffee in Hawks Prairie for a FOCUSED WRITING SESSION. Write whatever you like. T here are no readings or critiques at these sessions. Just camaraderie and support of fellow writers. Group operating rules are listed under "About" and our website [www.CascadiaWriters.com](http://www.cascadiawriters.com/r ules).\n\n**When you join Cascadia Writers\, annual dues are just $60/year after the 2-WEEK FREE TRIAL PERIOD**. Camaraderie and support for less th an the cost of a monthly latte. If you are trying to establish a more cons istent writing practice\, give us a try. Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required).\ n\n* **4:30PM**(ish) -optional socializing\; settle in\, get coffee\, prep are to write\n* **4:45PM - INTRODUCTIONS:** Round-robin\; opportunity to i ntroduce yourself to your fellow writers\; mention what you are working on or what your goal is for today's session\, or whatever you wish to share. Or say "PASS" if you prefer.\n* **5:00PM - TIMER STARTS:** WE WRITE FOR 1 HOUR\n\n**COST: FREE FOR PAID MEMBERS**\n\nSeating for up to 8 writers at our reserved main table. When we have more than 8 writers\, at 4:45PM we all gather around for introductions & round-robin. At 5PM\, sit at any ope n table for the timed writing portion. **At 6PM\, rejoin group for final r ound-robin before departing.**\n\n**BRING:** pen & paper to write or your pre-charged laptop\, Earbuds or earplugs if you need them to block out caf é music and background noise.\n\n**Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required)**\n\nW e try hard to stick to agendas. When we have many writers in attendance\, we may need to shorten our individual introductions so that each writer ma y have a chance to say hello. When we have fewer writers\, we may not requ ire the entire 15 minutes for introductions and so you can chat as you ple ase until the writing timer starts promptly at 5:00PM or begin writing a f ew minutes early\, if you like. At 5PM\, we are quiet so all may write in peace.\n\nCOME WRITE WITH US - establish and reinforce a regular writing p ractice!\n\n**Not sure what to write?** No problem! Write your author bio if you don’t already have one\, use a writing prompt\, create a backstor y for a stranger\, or try journaling or free writing your thoughts.\n\n**L ATE ARRIVALS:** We understand traffic & schedule conflicts happen. It's OK . If you arrive after our writing timer has started at 5:00PM\, just find an open seat and settle in quietly\, continue writing on your own until 6: 00PM\, then we'll re-group to continue with our final round-robin & discus sion before departing.\n\n**NEED TO LEAVE EARLY?** That's OK too. Pack up quietly and give me a wave. We understand and look forward to seeing you a t our next focused writing session. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003025Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cascadiawriters/events/316520956/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Cascadia Writers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Paddle DTSTART:20261002T004500Z DTEND:20261002T021500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T065705Z UID:event_316521958@meetup.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Olympia Dragon Boating Meetup\n**Join us on the water for a pr actice session! We have life vests (PFDs) and paddles\, and cant wait to h ave you in the boat!!**\n\n**After gearing up and boarding the boat\, we p addle out for about 30 minutes\, swap sides\, and paddle back. Depending o n the day\, we may focus on drills\, endurance\, or other excercises that help us develop our teamwork.**\n\n**Please be aware that Swantown is lock ing the public restroom at 6 pm every evening due to vandalism. They have\ , however\, created a PIN access code specifically for the Olympia Dragon Boat Club: 3724.**\n\n**For more detsils about what to expect\, check out our Guest Info guide: https://olympiadragonboat.org/home_olydragonboatclub /guest-info/** LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T065705Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-dragon-boating-meetup/events/316521958/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Dragon Boating Meetup END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Socrates Cafe DTSTART:20261002T010000Z DTEND:20261002T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054007Z UID:event_316020435@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Deep Discussions in the South Sound\n**Details**\nThe Olympia Socrates Cafe aims to gather a vibrant bunch of curious minds who enjoy th inking about big ideas and encourage learning and wisdom by engaging in So cratic dialogue. Our discussions aim to stimulate critical thinking\, chal lenge assumptions\, and expand your mind to new ways of seeing the world\, not to advocate a specific viewpoint or “win” an argument.\n\n**What is Socratic Dialogue?**\nSocratic Dialogue is the conversational form of t he Socratic Method\, as depicted in Plato’s dialogues\, and is a techniq ue Socrates employed to uncover the truth by encouraging people to reflect critically on their beliefs\, values\, and knowledge. He compared this te chnique to midwifery\, aiding in the birth of new understanding by questio ning and challenging assumed knowledge.\n\n**What is the Socratic Method?* *\nHere’s a brief introduction to the Socratic Method from Alain de Bott on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1VcFggcLTY\n\n**What You Can Expect** \nWe get together and chat about all kinds of stuff - life\, the universe\ , everything. We brainstorm topics at the start of the meeting\, and we pi ck one democratically that we're all keen to delve into. The goal isn't to speak like a textbook but to share ideas from our own perspectives. Our m eetups are like a hot blend of thoughts\, beliefs\, and viewpoints.\nA few examples of questions explored in the past meetings:\n\n* Could we ever a chieve “equality\, fairness\, and equity” in our society?\n* Can human ity exist without conflict?\n* Is a beautiful illusion better than a painf ul truth?\n* What would an ideal society look like?\n* What is true friend ship?\n* When nothing lasts forever\, what does actually matter and why?\n * What is an “ideal” education?\n* What does it mean to be “successf ul?” And does it really bring happiness?\n\n**Our Core Guidelines - The 4 Tenets of Socratic Dialogue**\nWe place high emphasis on mutual respect\ , active listening\, reflection\, staying on topic\, and courtesy without resorting to hostility or taking disagreements personally. With this in mi nd\, our discussions are guided by four non-negotiable requirements:\n\n* **Seek truth\, not victory** \\- This is about learning and growing\, not ego\\-boosting\, and certainly not claiming ideological dominance\\.\n* ** Be willing to be refuted** \\- This is the only way to guarantee you're no t living in delusion\\. There's nothing painful about saying "I stand corr ected" or "I was wrong" \\(unless your ego is in charge\\)\\.\n* **Listen to understand** \\- not just wait for your turn to speak\\. Everything you say should be a continuation of the previous statement\\. Either you agre e and move on\, or you disagree and explain why you disagree\\.\n* **Quest ion to clarify** \\- Inspired by Socrates\, we use inquiry to deepen under standing and clarify concepts\\. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054007Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/deep-discussions-in-the-south-sound/events/3160 20435/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Deep Discussions in the South Sound END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Intro to the Home-Buying Process DTSTART:20261002T010000Z DTEND:20261002T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T002438Z UID:34674-1790877600-1790884800@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Don’t know where to start? Today’s market can be a lot to navigate! In this two hour overview we will define common industry terms\, review timelines\, and share tips for building credit & applying for loan s. There are many ways to make your offer stand out unrelated to price! Al l are welcome\, whether you are just curious or at any point in the proces s. \nTaught by local real estate team Erin McCready\, Onyx Dixon & Meghan Hintz\, who hold an emphasis on advocating for low-income people & members of disenfranchised groups such as BIPOC & LGBTQ folks\, who disproportion ately experience gaps in home ownership and intergenerational wealth build ing. \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T002438Z LOCATION:Olympia Food Co-op – Downtown Community Classroom\, 610 Columbi a Street SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/intro-to-the-home-buying-process-7/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NO_TAPE DTSTART:20261002T023000Z DTEND:20261002T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:c59a9f12-46bc-48a0-8f3f-ea40111485a5 CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:video audio tech skillshare LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-01-no-tape?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261002T173000Z DTEND:20261002T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1466@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-02/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Weavers Guild Annual Show and Sale 2026 DTSTART:20261002T180000Z DTEND:20261003T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000307Z UID:10006207-1790938800-1790964000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Come join the Olympia Weavers Guild for their exciting Annual Show and Sale! This in-person event is the perfect chance to explore beaut iful handwoven creations\, meet talented local artists\, and maybe take ho me some stunning handmade textiles. Whether you’re a weaving pro or just curious\, there’s something here for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fun\, creative gathering!\n\nFree admission\, free parking\, ADA complian t venue. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000307Z LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds\, 3054 Carpenter Rd\, Lacey\, WA\, 98 503\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-weavers-guild-annual-show-and-sale-2 026/2026-10-02/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympi a-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Weekly Writers Group (Online) DTSTART:20261002T180000Z DTEND:20261002T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003020Z UID:event_315107781@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators.\n**Did you wri te this week?**\nCome join our online writing group session. We're a suppo rtive and friendly peer group that welcomes writers of all genres\, styles \, backgrounds and skill levels. Global group!\n\n**WHAT WE'LL DO:**\n**Ou r goal is to get writing done.** We'll start with a brief hello and writin g project check-ins. Then we'll clock 50 minutes of writing time. We don't offer a prompt. People work on all kinds of projects - or even simply wri te in journals.\n\nAfter the writing time is up\, you can stick around and volunteer to read what you wrote\, or listen to others. We try to keep re adings under 7 or so minutes each\, with another 7 minutes or so for peopl e to respond.\n\nWe're not a hard-core critique group. Feedback focuses on what people thought or felt when they heard your work\, or provides simpl e suggestions for making the work stronger. We're a positive\, encouraging group. New members and drop-ins always welcome.\n\n*This event is shared by the Seattle Writers Group\, who have been meeting weekly for over 17 ye ars. Since adding an online option\, the Seattle Writers warmly welcome wr iters from all over the globe to join writing sessions.*\n\n**HOW TO JOIN: **\nThis meetup is held via zoom. RSVP on meetup to see the zoom link.\n\n **RSVP:**\nDon't let the RSVP count fool you! There are always be more peo ple than shown. This event is posted on two meetups. Plus\, many regulars have the link saved and do not RSVP on meetup. You won't be alone\, we pro mise!\n\n**TIPS:**\n\n1. Be prepared with something to write with - pen an d paper\, or keyboard.\n2. Reading or sharing your work is completely opti onal.\n3. Totally fine if you can only join for the writing portion and ca n't stay for the readings.\n4. It's easier to talk to you if we can see yo ur face\, but you don't have to turn your camera on.\n5. You will be able to preview your video before you enter the meeting. You can keep your vide o off the entire time if you wish.\n6. If this is your first time using zo om\, click the link 5 minutes before the start of the meetup to get all se t up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003020Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/gutsycreatives/events/315107781/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Regional Community College Student Art Exhibition Recep tion DTSTART:20261002T230000Z DTEND:20261003T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T002420Z UID:10007010-1790956800-1790964000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:View art by students from Tacoma Community College\, Pierce Co llege\, Green River College\, and South Puget Sound Community College in t he Building 4 Art Gallery at TCC. Pieces for this exhibition are selected by art faculty from the participating colleges\, and the exhibition offer students a chance to share their work with peers and to strengthen their e xhibition histories. Free admission!\n\nFind Gallery hours and parking inf ormation\, upcoming events and exhibitions\, and calls for entry at tacoma cc.edu/thegallery. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002420Z LOCATION:The Gallery at Tacoma Community College\, 6501 South 19th Street\ , Tacoma\, 98466 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/2nd-annual-regional-community-college-studen t-art-exhibition-reception/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nocturnal - Artist Reception DTSTART:20261003T000000Z DTEND:20261003T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000018Z UID:10008072-1790960400-1790974800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Nocturnal\n\nSept 25 – Nov 15\, 2026\n \nInspired by the wo rld that emerges after the light fades\, Childhood’s End Gallery present s “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Hap p\, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney. \n \nArts Walk Rec eption: Oct 2nd 5-9pm\nArts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm\n \nFREE\n\nChi ldhood’s End Gallery\n222 4th Ave W\nOlympia WA 98501\n\ninfo@childhoods -end-gallery.com\n\n360-943-3724 LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000018Z LOCATION:Childhood’s End Gallery\, 222 4th Ave W\, Olympia\, 98501 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/nocturnal-artist-reception/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Our Town & Sanctuary City DTSTART:20261003T023000Z DTEND:20261003T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T002445Z UID:10007011-1790969400-1790976600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Winner of the 1938 Pulitzer Prize for Drama\, Thornton Wilder ’s Our Town has stood as a timeless pillar of the American stage\, while Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok’s Sanctuary City asks the question: in a nation built on the promise of opportunity\, how do we determine who benefits? See both productions for a deeper understanding of what it is t o be an American\, then and now. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T002445Z LOCATION:State Theater\, 202 4th Avenue East\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, Unit ed States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/our-town-sanctuary-city/2026-10-02/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arts walk DTSTART:20261003T023000Z DTEND:20261003T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T001735Z UID:164ed4f7-bd03-4a6d-92ad-f1d83cf98fb7 CATEGORIES:arts,dance,music DESCRIPTION:Come join us Friday\, October 1st for the 2026 Fall Arts walk at @decay_olympia! With the help of some of the best local MCs amd Decay w e are offering a full blown Laser light visual Hip Hop Dance party for all to participate in! An all age event making sure that even the youth wont be denied a night of Art on such an occasion! Shiiii maybe even throw in a Smoke and bubble machine! Lol. Who knows!!!I grabbed 2 of my current favo rite Olympia MCs @tjames.music and @swamptigermusic who are BOTH enjoying recent album releases to help me bring this vision to life! We are hoping to turn the whole venue into a kaleidoscope of color\, visuals and strobe paired with the sonic sounds of some of our best and dance the night away all along while celebrating one of Olympia Washingtons greatest yearly eve nts! ARTSWALK! Come join us! 10$ at the door! 3 great performances and a L azer production that is worthy of bringing sunglasses! This will be the pl ace to be!!!! Friday night! Ill be working with Ben on the lighting. Event page is on FB LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T001735Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-02-arts-walk?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Birding with Breakfast DTSTART:20261003T143000Z DTEND:20261003T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070233Z UID:event_316432016@meetup.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:South Sound Birders\n**Birding at Woodard Bay Conservation Are a**. Especially appropriate for beginning and intermediate birders. Habita ts include mixed evergreen and deciduous forest\, tidal stream\, and shore line.\n\nBring your own breakfast or snack to eat on the trail.\n\nLeaders are Cori Halverson and Debby Johnson LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070233Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/south-sound-birders/events/316432016/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:South Sound Birders END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Caffeinated & Activated- Olympia Indivisible DTSTART:20261003T170000Z DTEND:20261003T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:c6ca45ba-7954-447d-82a3-20216f7fd1af CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Some weeks you want to take action. Some weeks you just need t o be around people who get it. Either way\, Caffeinated & Activated is her e — the Olympia Indivisible's weekly Saturday morning coffee meet-up.\n\ nIt's a low-pressure\, welcoming space to connect with others\, learn more about what OI is working on\, hear what's happening around the community\ , and simply be in the room with folks like you — whether you feel like listening\, talking\, or just being present. No RSVP needed\, just come wi th your coffee.\n\nWhen: Saturdays | Doors Open at 9:45\, Meeting Runs 10 –11 AM LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-03-caffeinated-activated-o lympia-indivisible?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell DTSTART:20261003T180000Z DTEND:20261003T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260731T000244Z UID:10006581-1791025200-1791028800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Seymour’s Kids Club: Show-and-Tell\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2 026 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nAdmission is included with advance registra tion or general admission. \nChildren aged 5 and under are always free!\ nHot Wheels\, LEGOs\, and stuffed animals are among today’s favorite sho w-and-tell treasures—but what were children’s favorite toys long ago? Bring your favorite toy and join us for an interactive show-and-tell as we explore toys from the past. Participants will compare their favorite show -and-tell items with favorites from the past and create a historic toy to take home.\n\nSeymour’s Kids Club is a series of interactive\, education al family programs designed to introduce children (ages 4 to 10) to the hi story and culture of Washington State and to spark curiosity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T000244Z LOCATION:Washington State History Museum\, 1911 Pacific Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98 402 URL:https://olyarts.org/event/seymours-kids-club-show-and-tell/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey Children's Day DTSTART:20261003T180000Z DTEND:20261003T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T180020Z UID:10008059-1791025200-1791036000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Children’s Day with Lacey Parks\, Culture & Recrea tion! This free\, family-friendly event takes over Huntamer Park with a da y of fun inspired by this year’s Mythical Creatures theme.\n\nKids can e xplore activity booths\, shop creations from young local makers at the Chi ldren’s Market\, dance inside the Dance Dome\, take on the obstacle cour se and inflatable slide\, enjoy live entertainment and more! Food trucks w ill also be onsite with food available for purchase.\n\nDress up as your f avorite mythical creature and join us for an afternoon of fun! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180020Z LOCATION:Huntamer Park\, 618 Woodland Square Loop SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\ , United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/lacey-childrens-day/?utm_source=caldiscovery &utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OlyLAB Blender Cohort DTSTART:20261003T190000Z DTEND:20261003T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:8013aa58-78cb-4d1b-9486-bc601fd3ec7d CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Olympia Learning and Arts in Blender (OlyLAB) is a 3D art coho rt of beginners learning the fundamentals of Blender with CGCookie courses /tutorials\, mini-challenges\, challenges\, games\, and competitions toget her.\n\nEach individual pays for a significantly discounted CG Cookie subs cription to follow along with our curriculum. Join the discord to learn ho w to become part of the cohort and community!\nhttps://discord.gg/QveKzFeH f6 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-03-olylab-blender-cohort?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haunted Halloween Horror Board Games DTSTART:20261003T230000Z DTEND:20261004T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T072933Z UID:event_316397354@meetup.com CATEGORIES:gaming,holiday DESCRIPTION:Horror Geeks South Sound Group\nPlease join us for another nig ht of fun board games. We will be hosting this board game night on the sec ond floor of Gabi's Olympic Cards and Comics store.\n\nFor those intereste d\, we will be hosting two games (and possibly more if people are interest ed in hosting a horror board game).\n\nIn game sessions past\, we have pla yed Betrayal\, Mysterium\, Werewolf\, and party games to get to know one a nother. People have also discussed games like Elder Signs\, Arkham Horror\ , and Reign of Cthulhu.\n\nWe will be opening this group to the first 12 o r so who respond since we only have enough game leaders for that. If we ca n get additional game leaders\, we would love to host more folks (And may open up for more).\n\nSome important rules for Gabi's is as follows:\nFood is permitted but clean up after yourself.\nThere is no swearing in the ga me room\, and they ask that you make sure you knows to not park in any of the timed parking spots. Those are all of the spots that are physically ne xt to the building. The back gravel area is open\, but if you do decide to still play on the 26th\, They also suggest parking in the Fred Meyer park ing lot near the gas station area.\n\nPlease join us for these games and p lease feel free to suggest additional games or message me if you would als o be interested in hosting a horror board game. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T072933Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/horror-geeks-south-sound-group/events/316397354 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Horror Geeks South Sound Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Theo Krantz\, yewn\, Overcalc\, Thee Effluvium\, Reid Urban DTSTART:20261004T020000Z DTEND:20261004T053000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T061948Z UID:3ad15467-d47d-4b9a-873d-cc18366a40a0 CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Thee Effluvium is having a tape release\, birthday party\, and going away party all in one! They are thrilled to be joined by Theo Krant z and yewn from Santa Fe\, Overcalc from Baltimore\, and Olympia's sweethe art\, Reid Urban. In honor of arts walk\, this is going to be a very eclec tic bill with dreamy\, immersive soundscapes\, angular guitars\, unusual i nstruments both real and imagined\, a bit of hard edge and a bit of brevit y. We will bum you out! We will cheer you up! We'll get you to a place no substance ever could! \n\nTheo Krantz (Santa Fe\, NM)\nhttps://crylikedonn a.bandcamp.com/album/gloaming-outside-lubbock-tx\n\nyewn (Santa Fe\, NM)\n https://yewn.bandcamp.com/album/disconnect\n\nOvercalc (Baltimore\, MD)\nh ttps://overcalc.bandcamp.com/\n\nThee Effluvium\nhttps://theeeffluvium.ban dcamp.com/\n\nReid Urban\nhttps://youtu.be/M7tPkGwGdcs LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T061948Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-03-modular-synth-show?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OLY Whistles Work Party DTSTART:20261004T200000Z DTEND:20261004T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:e2764067-44c8-49cf-957b-1772de07a6e1 CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-04-oly-whistles-work-party ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pine Needle Basketry Series (3 Sessions) ($195) DTSTART:20261004T200000Z DTEND:20261005T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T073633Z UID:event_316133157@meetup.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings\nDur ing this hands-on workshop series you’ll make three of your own baskets from foraged Ponderosa Pine needles!\n\n**Session 1 \\| Getting Started \\ | Sunday\, October 4 \\| 1:00\\-5:00PM**\nDuring this intro session\, we ’ll discuss how to identify the correct species for harvesting needles\, when and how to harvest\, and honorable and sustainable harvesting practi ces. Then\, you’ll choose from multiple thread colors and wooden bases ( unfinished\, walnut oil finished or adorned with pressed flower) to add yo ur own creative touch to your basket. You’ll build your first basket as you practice multiple different stitches\, shaping walls\, and learn about how to finish and seal your first basket!\n\n**Session 2 \\| Advanced Tec hniques \\| Sunday\, October 18 \\| 1:00\\-5:00PM**\nIn session two\, you ’ll make a second basket solely from pine needles\, with the traditional “coil” start. This starting method is the traditional way to start ba skets but is a bit more challenging and requires a bit more patience! We ’ll also learn a new stitch technique if you’d like\, or use the oppor tunity to refine skills you learned in session one to complete a second ba sket.\n\n**Session 3 \\| Beads\, Handles\, and More\\! \\| Sunday\, Novemb er 1 \\| 1:00\\-5:00PM**\nBy session three\, you’ll be making your third basket\, with the option to add beads\, handles\, and other artsy finishi ng techniques! We’ll start again with a wooden base to get you up and ru nning quickly\, and then you can use any of the stitches we’ve learned s o far. If you’d like\, you can add beads\, you can use the “fascicles ” as adornments\, and/or you can add a handle or two\, with lots of vari ety for a design of your choosing!\n*Notes*:\\*\\*\n\n* Classes include al l weaving materials and you’ll finish the series with three baskets.\n* Each class will meet at The Carpenter’s House Gallery — this is a comf y spot with our own private space\, bathroom\, kitchenette and gallery for checking out art from local artists!\n* We’ll have a two week break bet ween classes so you’ll have time to finish baskets if needed or make ano ther in between class!\n* We’ll talk about how to harvest and prepare ne edles in session 1\, so you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to practic e harvesting\, prepping\, and making your own baskets between classes if y ou’d like and I can help you with any questions/issues you might run int o.\n* Pine needle basketry is a slow and consistent craft\, similar to kni tting\, crocheting\, and embroidery - it requires a bit of patience and pr actice\, but can be a very meditative and rewarding experience once you ge t the hang of it!\n\nRegister directly on our website to avoid the additio nal Meetup fee - https://www.firecraftnw.com/register/p/pineneedleseriesfa ll2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T073633Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/firecraft-northwest-nature-bushcraft-and-surviv al-outings/events/316133157/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tree & Fungi ID Basics Field Session ($35) DTSTART:20261004T200000Z DTEND:20261004T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T073633Z UID:event_316388578@meetup.com CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings\nWhe n the fall rains begin\, fungi season is here! To prepare for your own fun gi forays\, join us for a light walk on the trails at Squaxin Park to lear n the basics of tree and fungi identification and how their ecology is int ertwined. We'll discuss some fungi anatomy basics and our favorite field g uides so you can keep mushroom hunting on your own this fall.\n\n**Partici pants will learn:**\n\n* Tree ID basics and botany\n* Fungi ecology basics and terminology\n* A few fungi to practice identifying in the field\n* Et hical and sustainable harvesting and foraging concepts\n* 5-10 tree specie s (or more!) and what fungi pair with them\n* Overview of fungi anatomy\n* Local resources for mushroom ID\n\n**Accessibility:** There are a few sma ll hills on this hike. Overall\, the hike will cover 1-2 miles round trip at a slow pace and be considered “easy” difficulty. There is a flush t oilet at the trailhead. No parking pass is required.\n\nRegister on Meetup or directly on our website to avoid a meetup fee: https://www.firecraftnw .com/register/p/tree-fungi-id-basics-field-session-fall-2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T073633Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/firecraft-northwest-nature-bushcraft-and-surviv al-outings/events/316388578/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Paddle DTSTART:20261004T201500Z DTEND:20261004T214500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T193851Z UID:event_316558992@meetup.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Olympia Dragon Boating Meetup\n**Join us on the water for a pr actice session! We have life vests (PFDs) and paddles\, and cant wait to h ave you in the boat!!**\n\n**After gearing up and boarding the boat\, we p addle out for about 30 minutes\, swap sides\, and paddle back. Depending o n the day\, we may focus on drills\, endurance\, or other excercises that help us develop our teamwork.**\nWe meet at 1:15 and plan on leaving the d ock at 1:30 to paddle for approximately 1 hour.\nWe have a shed at the top of our ramp down to our boats (RIGHT OF BOAT LAUNCH) that has dragon boat signage. This is where we meet.\nParking is available in the North Point lot.**.**\n\n**For more details about what to expect\, check out our Guest Info guide: https://olympiadragonboat.org/home_olydragonboatclub/guest-in fo/** LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T193851Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-dragon-boating-meetup/events/316558992/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Dragon Boating Meetup END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seahawk Sundays 💙🏈💚 SEA vs LAC DTSTART:20261004T202500Z DTEND:20261004T232500Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054008Z UID:event_315970460@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,sports DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nCalling all 12s! The boys are bac k so let's cheer on our home team!!\n\nAbout the venue (in case you're won dering... the bowling alley\, is she serious??):\n\n* They have great dine r/bar food that's reasonably priced\n* Lots of parking\n* And a genuinely fun vibe as other fans usually show up\n* Also lots of TVs so you can't fi nd a bad seat\n\nSee you there! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054008Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/315970460/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:1:30 Camino Walk & Chat DTSTART:20261004T203000Z DTEND:20261004T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T005650Z UID:event_316559370@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Olympia The Way of St. James Meetup (Camino de Santiago)\nWe m eet at friendly Beerwerks the 1st Sunday of each month at 1:30. We have ti me to talk for a while and the option to walk in near by Mission Creek Par k.\n\nThe Camino francés is the best well known walk and a good beginner experiance\, but other options are routes to Santiago from Portugal\, nort hern Spain along coast\, and the chemin de St Jacques from Le Puy to St Je an Pied de Port that connects with the Camino francés.\n\nShare your thou ghts\, questions\, experiances if you have walked the camino\, the idea of pilgrimage\, walking. RSVP very helpful not necessary if you decide to co me at the last minute.\n\nLooking forward to seeing you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T005650Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-the-way-of-st-james-meetup/events/31655 9370/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia The Way of St. James Meetup (Camino de Santiago) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Social Media on the Blockchain DTSTART:20261004T210000Z DTEND:20261004T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T012230Z UID:event_316559577@meetup.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Olympia Steem Meetup\nUse the door on the left for the Green L ady Cafe where the meetup will be. The door on the right is the recreation al cannabis store. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T012230Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-steem-meetup/events/316559577/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Steem Meetup END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261005T173000Z DTEND:20261005T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1467@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-05/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CASCADIA WRITERS - Focused Writing Session (online) DTSTART:20261005T234000Z DTEND:20261006T014000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003339Z UID:event_316574072@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Cascadia Writers\n[Dues $60/year] **Struggling to establish a regular writing practice?** Join Cascadia Writers for a FOCUSED WRITING SE SSION online via Zoom. Write whatever you like. There are no readings or c ritiques at these sessions. Just camaraderie and support of fellow writers . Group operating rules are listed under "About" and [www.CascadiaWriters. com/rules](www.CascadiaWriters.com/rules).\n\n**When you join Cascadia Wri ters\, annual dues are just $60/year after the 2-week FREE TRIAL PERIOD**. Camaraderie and support for less than the cost of a monthly latte. If you are trying to establish a more consistent writing practice\, give us a tr y. Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required).\n\n* **by 4:40PM**ish **\\- Enter meet ing\,** check mic/cam\, prepare to write\n* **4:45PM - INTRODUCTIONS:** Ro und-robin opportunity to introduce yourself to your fellow writers\, you c an mention what you are working on or what your goal is for today's sessio n\, or whatever you wish to share. Or say\, "PASS" if you prefer.\n* **5:0 0PM - TIMER STARTS:** Mics are muted\; WE WRITE FOR 1 HOUR\n* **6:00PM - T IMER ENDS:** Congratulations! Round-robin opportunity to share how the wri ting session went for you\, then see you next time!\n* **COST: FREE FOR ME MBERS**\n\nWe try hard to stick to agendas. When we have many writers in a ttendance\, we may need to shorten our individual introductions so that ea ch writer may have a chance to say hello. When we have fewer writers\, we may not require the entire 15 minutes for introductions and so you can cha t as you please until the writing timer starts promptly at 5:00PM or begin writing a few minutes early\, if you like. At 5PM\, cams/mics are muted s o all may write in peace.\n\n**Not sure what to write?** No problem! Write your author bio if you don’t already have one\, use a writing prompt\, create a backstory for a stranger\, or try journaling or free writing your thoughts.\n\nJoin/RSVP via MeetUp (required)\n\n**LATE ARRIVALS:** If you enter the Zoom meeting after our writing timer has started at 5:00PM\, pl ease continue writing on your own until 6:00PM\, then we'll unmute and con tinue with our final round-robin & discussion before signing-off.\n\n**NEE D TO LEAVE EARLY?** No problem. We understand and look forward to seeing y ou at our next writing session.\n\n**Technology glitches/power outages hap pen.** If this occurs\, continue writing! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003339Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cascadiawriters/events/316574072/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Cascadia Writers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Improvisers Orchestra DTSTART:20261006T020000Z DTEND:20261006T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:ea34e321-64eb-468e-8b9c-289b8637da5e CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:MUSICIANS OF ALL LEVELS ARE INVITED TO BRING YOUR INSTRUMENT A ND INVENT MUSIC ON THE SPOT TOGETHER AS A GROUP LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-05-olympia-improvisers-orc hestra?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261006T170000Z DTEND:20261006T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1308@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-01-2026 -10-06/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Draw DTSTART:20261006T210000Z DTEND:20261007T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:e4b7b448-59cd-4a10-9c7f-7ec68942a629 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Hang out and draw\nTuesdays 2-5pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-06-open-draw-2?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fair Advisory Board Meeting DTSTART:20261007T000000Z DTEND:20261007T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:1m2qcsgroh4kb9silgq6dgsmm4@google.com CATEGORIES:civic DESCRIPTION:This meeting is held on the fairgrounds in the Historical Buil ding. It's the small building located right before the Saloon Stage (on th e attached map it is building #23\, which is circled). The public is welco me to attend. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Southwest Washington Fairgrounds-Historical Bldg\, 1909 S Gold St \, Centralia\, WA 98531\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Audiobook Crawl: Dungeon Crawler Carl Edition DTSTART:20261007T010000Z DTEND:20261007T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T003803Z UID:event_316601483@meetup.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators.\n*NEEEEEEW QUE ST!*\n**Audiobook Crawl - Dungeon Crawler Carl Edition**\n\n***Attention C rawlers!*** The System has detected a dangerous buildup of "staying inside " and "only talking to people through a screen" in your local stat block. This is now being corrected.\n\n**QUEST TYPE:** Group Trial (Social/Endura nce — Easy Mode)\n\n**PARTY SIZE:** Open enrollment. Bring friends. Brin g strangers. They'll be friends by lap two.\n\n**MEETING POINT:** Kosmo Co working — 123 Washington St NE\, Downtown Oly\n\n**QUEST START:** 6:00 P M\n\n**PHASE 1: THE TRIVIA GAUNTLET (6:00–6:15 PM)**\nFifteen minutes. D ungeon Crawler Carl trivia. Prizes will be awarded to those whose brains h ave retained more Carl lore than is probably healthy. Loot is real. Braggi ng rights are eternal.\n\n**PHASE 2: THE CRAWL (6:15 PM sharp — the Syst em does not wait for stragglers)**\nThe party departs Kosmo as one unit an d marches through downtown Olympia toward Capitol Lake (a mere 0.4 miles — a warm-up\, not a trial). Upon arrival: **TWO LAPS** around the lake\, 1.5 miles each\, at a pace so easy your grandmother's grandmother could d o it in a rocking chair.\n\nEvery crawler will be equipped with the mandat ory gear: **headphones**. All crawlers will hit play on their Dungeon Craw ler Carl audiobook **at the same time** — doesn't matter which book in t he series you're on\, Carl waits for no one\, and neither do we. You'll be walking through Olympia while someone else's brain is walking through a d ungeon. Truly a multiclass experience.\n\n**Total distance:** \\~4 miles\n \n**Total time:** \\~1 hour 15 minutes (Walking easy\, steady pace.)\n\n** ⚠️ SYSTEM NOTE FOR THOSE WITH LESSER STAMINA STATS:**\nIf two laps pro ves to be beyond your current build\, this is not a failure state. Bench y ourself (literally — there are park benches) and await the party's retur n on the second lap. No penalty. No shame. Carl himself has quit worse fig hts.\n\n**RETURN:** Party reconvenes at Kosmo Coworking\, quest complete.\ n\n**QUEST REWARDS:**\n\n* Light exercise (your character sheet thanks you )\n* Real-life human connection (a rare drop)\n* Uninterrupted Carl lore a ppreciation\n* Possible trivia loot\n\n**NON-FLEETING QUEST:** This quest repeats on the first Tuesday every month.\n\nThe System has spoken. Don't make Carl walk alone. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T003803Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/gutsycreatives/events/316601483/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Girl Movie Tuesday DTSTART:20261007T020000Z DTEND:20261007T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:5019b4a1-f09b-4d39-a1e1-f5136926345d CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Part of Tuesday Night Movie Club LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-06-girl-movie-tuesday?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Be the Light Meditations to Create a Better Future DTSTART:20261007T160000Z DTEND:20261007T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T193349Z UID:event_316598156@meetup.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts\n Join our zoom Meditation every Wednesday morning at 9am pst to find your i nner alignment and sense of peace and purpose. Themes are discussed and th en we drop into a profound meditation experience.\n\nThe Theme we are work ing with or this Quarter is "Quantum Future Envisioning Circles" It is tim e to dream up a brighter future together.\n\nmessage Jan for the link Plea se.\nYou can stay on or off camera\, though at the end we have community d iscussion off camera. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T193349Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/meditation-with-sound-bath-harmonic-attunement/ events/316598156/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olym pia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:What’s Hiding in Your Employee Handbook? DTSTART:20261007T170000Z DTEND:20261007T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T011841Z UID:352620-1791367200-1791370800@wahospitality.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Employee handbooks can create risk when policies are outdated\ , incomplete or pulled from sources that don’t account for Washington’ s employment requirements. Join allied member and employment law attorney\ , Catharine Morisset\, partner at Fisher Phillips for a members-only webin ar . This webinar will cover: \n\nCommon handbook issues\nThe growing risk s of relying on AI-generated policies\nKey areas to review such as meal an d rest breaks\, non-compete provisions\, overtime thresholds\, salary disc losures and tip pooling.\nWhat to look for in your handbook and where upda tes may be needed to better protect your business.\n\n  \nThis webinar is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T011841Z URL:https://wahospitality.org/event/employee-handbooks/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Washington Hospitality Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://wahospitality.org/blog/event/olympia-government-affai rs-regional-meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261007T173000Z DTEND:20261007T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1468@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-07/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Decentralized Tech DTSTART:20261008T000000Z DTEND:20261008T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:99a041cb-9b98-4556-a791-1d74fc19f145 CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Meetup and talk about apps and platforms that aren't ran by te ch corporations. For nerds and non-technical people alike! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-07-decentralized-tech?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Whole Grain Sourdough Bread Making DTSTART:20261008T003000Z DTEND:20261008T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T002346Z UID:34677-1791394200-1791403200@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Making whole grain sourdough bread means never discarding\, ne ver refrigerating and never measuring anything to make bread. Humans exist ed primarily on bread for 7.5 thousands years and this is the bread we’l l make. This bread is nutrient dense\, easy to make and a practical approa ch to making sourdough bread. Bring your containers for free starter and d iscounts on fresh stone milled flour.  \nMore about Jay Ryan: \nI’ve ha d a lifelong journey in the food business\, including restaurant owning an d operating.  Now I focus on demonstrating and cooking sustainable and tr aceable foods grown naturally.  For the last 15 months I’ve been stone milling regional and seasonal grains into small-batch flour in Centralia. \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T002346Z LOCATION:Grist Urban Stone Mill Flour Shoppe & Grainery\, 216 N. Tower Ave \, Centralia\, WA\, 98531\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/whole-grain-sourdough-bread-making-6/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gandhi's wife tells her side of the story DTSTART:20261008T010000Z DTEND:20261008T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T182158Z UID:10006598-1791396000-1791403200@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Who was Kasturba Gandhi? As Mahatma Gandhi’s wife\, Kasturba Gandhi was an activist\, a freedom fighter in her own right\, and an insp iration to many in India’s struggle for independence. \n\nSouth Sound S tory Guild zooms in storyteller Roopa Mohan\, a native of India\, now from San Francisco\, California. Roopa takes on the persona of Kasturba Gandhi \, Gandhi’s wife\, and tells her side of the story. \n\nOn Wednesday\, October 7\, at Traditions Cafe\, at 6 pm\, South Sound Story Guild zooms i n two storytellers from out of town. At 7 pm\, we open Story Swap\, where audience members may tell a story\, personal or folktale\, about 8 minutes in length. So come to sit back and listen or to tell your own story. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182158Z LOCATION:Traditions Fair Trade Cafe\, 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 9850 1\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/gandhis-wife-tells-her-side-of-the-story/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writing Group @ Kosmo Coworking DTSTART:20261008T010000Z DTEND:20261008T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003020Z UID:event_tlsbztyjcnbkb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators.\nIn-person wri ting session at the Kosmo Coworking in downtown Olympia. We're a supportiv e and friendly group that welcomes writers of all backgrounds and skill le vels.\n\n**WHAT WE'LL DO:**\n\n**Our goal is to get writing done.**\n6pm \ \~ Hello!\n6:10pm \\~ Independent writing\n7pm \\~ Reading & feedback\n\nW e start with a brief hello and writing project check-ins. Then we'll clock 50 minutes of writing time. We don't offer a prompt. People work on all k inds of projects\, from novels to academic work to personal journals.\n\nA fter the writing time is up\, you can stick around and volunteer to read w hat you wrote\, or listen to others. We keep readings under 7 minutes each \, with another 10 minutes or so for people to respond.\n\n**We're not a h ard-core critique group.** Feedback focuses on what people thought or felt when they heard your work. Some may offer simple suggestions to strengthe n work. We're a positive\, encouraging group. Some writers have published many books\, while others are not yet ready to actually call themselves a "writer" out loud. Regardless of where you are in your writing journey\, y ou will be valued and find value in this gathering. New members and drop-i ns always welcome.\n\n**WHAT TO BRING:**\n\n**Your preferred writing mater ials.** Many people bring laptops or tablets. Some bring paper and pen.\n\ n**FOR THOSE WHO OVERTHINK THINGS:**\n\nWe follow “cat rules”. Come an d go as you please. Get up and walk around if you need to. Use earbuds or don’t. It’s okay to arrive late and it’s okay to leave early. Come o ne time\, come every time. It’s all good.\n\nTip: RSVP counts are rarely accurate. This event is shared across multiple meetups.\n\nMeetup says th e event is full? Come anyway! There’s space for you.\n\nThis is a divers e group of writers. If you come\, you will be expected to be kind and welc oming to people who may have backgrounds\, beliefs\, neurotypes or lifesty les that you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with. People may share writin g that is deeply personal\, has adult themes\, or expresses viewpoints you disagree with. Awesome. We connect and respect each other as fellow write rs. Focus on the craft over content and support the people in your local c ommunity on their unique journey as a writer.\n\nOnly write romance? Or pe rsonal essays? Or historical fiction? Or sci-if or poetry or screenplays? Cool! This group is not limited to a specific genre or style. Work on your LOTR/Futurama fanfic mashup\, your essays on paleontology in the early 19 00’s\, your snarky flash fiction. We love it all.\n\n**WE'VE MOVED!**\n* Do not go to the Grange Starbucks*! We're meeting in downtown Olympia at t he new coworking and writing center. The new space isn't open to the publi c yet\, Our writing group gets to use it early because we are awesome like that.\n\n**Location details:**\nKosmo Coworking\n123 Washington St NE\, O lympia\n\n**Street parking is free after 6pm.** Plus\, you can park for fr ee in the state workers' parking lot right across the street on evenings a nd weekends.\nFree\, self-serve coffee and tea. Wash your own cups\, *yo.* LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003020Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/gutsycreatives/events/tlsbztyjcnbkb/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:An Evening with Amy Tan DTSTART:20261008T023000Z DTEND:20261008T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181114Z UID:10002905-1791401400-1791406800@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:About the Show\nJoin us for a special evening with New York Ti mes bestselling author Amy Tan\, known for her iconic novel The Joy Luck C lub. Amy will share insights from her latest work\, The Backyard Bird Chro nicles\, a heartfelt exploration of her connection to nature through birdw atching. Through this intimate look at her own backyard\, Amy’s book hig hlights the profound impact that everyday interactions with the natural wo rld can have on our lives. Amy will delve into her journey into backyard b irding\, the inspiration behind her new book\, and the broader themes of n ature\, identity\, and storytelling. This evening will be a unique opportu nity to explore how the simple act of observing birds can deepen our sense of connection to nature\, and strengthen our commitment to conservation. \n  \nClick here for more info on directions to the Washington Center in Olympia\, hotels\, parking and area restaurants. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181114Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/an-evening-with-amy-tan-2026-10 -07/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261008T170000Z DTEND:20261008T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1309@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-06-2026 -10-08/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saint Martin's University Fall Job & Internship Fair DTSTART:20261008T170000Z DTEND:20261008T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T002309Z UID:14855-1791453600-1791468000@thurstonedc.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Employer registration is now open for the SMU Job & Internshi p Fair! \nJoin us at this event to meet SMU students from a variety of bac kgrounds and academic programs who are seeking job info\, company info\, j obs\, and internships. \nPreview and Register Here! \nOctober 8th\, 10AM-2 PM \nSaint Martin’s University in Lacey\, WA \nThis year we’re managin g all employer registrations through Handshake\, our local career services platform. You may even receive another message there if you already have an account. \nTo register for the fair\, you need a Handshake account\, bu t it’s really easy and free to set up. This will allow you to connect to your company if they’re already in there\, post jobs on Handshake for a ll the colleges you are connected to\, and see all of our upcoming events. \nAfter registration\, you’ll receive a link/invoice to pay the registr ation fee. You’ll receive more information as the event gets closer. \nP LEASE RESPOND if you have any issues registering for the job fair on Hand shake. We don’t want anything to get in your way. \nThank you! We hope t o see you soon! LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T002309Z LOCATION:Saint Martin's University\, 5000 Abbey Way SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 9850 3 URL:https://thurstonedc.com/event/saint-martins-university-fall-job-intern ship-fair/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Thurston EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://thurstonedc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist Meet and Greet Power of Place\, The Governor's Mansion DTSTART:20261008T183000Z DTEND:20261008T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T002109Z UID:10006670-1791459000-1791464400@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,community DESCRIPTION:Meet artists\, chat about their art\, and enjoy an early after noon reception with appetizers and dessert at the Governor’s Mansion!\n\ n\n\n\n\nGet ready to connect in person with amazing artists at the Pow er of Place Meet and Greet! Whether you’re an art lover\, history enthu siast\, or simply curious about Washington’s rich heritage\, this is a u nique chance to experience the Governor’s Mansion in an intimate and mem orable way.\n\nThursday\, October 8\n\n11:30 AM -1 PM\n\nStep inside the W ashington State Governor’s Mansion for a rare opportunity to meet the ar tists behind Power of Place\, the Governor’s Mansion’s America 250 ex hibition.\n\nHear firsthand the stories\, inspirations\, and connections b ehind the artwork while exploring the exhibition in the company of the art ists themselves. From farm fields to city streets\, Indigenous heritage to the quiet and bustling corners of Washington\, the exhibition reflects a wide range of experiences—and the artists who bring them to life.\n\nEnj oy a relaxed afternoon reception with non-alcoholic beverages\, appetizers \, and dessert as you mingle with the artists and fellow guests. Tickets a re $34 for Governor’s Mansion Foundation Friends and $40 for general admission. To become a Friend of the Mansion\, please see our website at  wagovmansion.org\n\nFeatured Artists\n\nDan Friday (Lummi) · Andy Ecclesh all · Carla Paine · Melanie Thompson · Louie Gong (Nooksack) · Michae l Stasinos · James Kroner · Nancy Romanovsky LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T002109Z LOCATION:The Governor’s Mansion URL:https://olyarts.org/event/artist-meet-and-greet-power-of-place-the-gov ernors-mansion/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympi a-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CASCADIA WRITERS - Focused Writing Session (in person) DTSTART:20261008T233000Z DTEND:20261009T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003025Z UID:event_sprdbvyjcnblb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Cascadia Writers\n[Dues $60/year] **Struggling to establish a regular writing practice?** Join Cascadia Writers at Cutters Point Coffee in Hawks Prairie for a FOCUSED WRITING SESSION. Write whatever you like. T here are no readings or critiques at these sessions. Just camaraderie and support of fellow writers. Group operating rules are listed under "About" and our website [www.CascadiaWriters.com](http://www.cascadiawriters.com/r ules).\n\n**When you join Cascadia Writers\, annual dues are just $60/year after the 2-WEEK FREE TRIAL PERIOD**. Camaraderie and support for less th an the cost of a monthly latte. If you are trying to establish a more cons istent writing practice\, give us a try. Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required).\ n\n* **4:30PM**(ish) -optional socializing\; settle in\, get coffee\, prep are to write\n* **4:45PM - INTRODUCTIONS:** Round-robin\; opportunity to i ntroduce yourself to your fellow writers\; mention what you are working on or what your goal is for today's session\, or whatever you wish to share. Or say "PASS" if you prefer.\n* **5:00PM - TIMER STARTS:** WE WRITE FOR 1 HOUR\n\n**COST: FREE FOR PAID MEMBERS**\n\nSeating for up to 8 writers at our reserved main table. When we have more than 8 writers\, at 4:45PM we all gather around for introductions & round-robin. At 5PM\, sit at any ope n table for the timed writing portion. **At 6PM\, rejoin group for final r ound-robin before departing.**\n\n**BRING:** pen & paper to write or your pre-charged laptop\, Earbuds or earplugs if you need them to block out caf é music and background noise.\n\n**Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required)**\n\nW e try hard to stick to agendas. When we have many writers in attendance\, we may need to shorten our individual introductions so that each writer ma y have a chance to say hello. When we have fewer writers\, we may not requ ire the entire 15 minutes for introductions and so you can chat as you ple ase until the writing timer starts promptly at 5:00PM or begin writing a f ew minutes early\, if you like. At 5PM\, we are quiet so all may write in peace.\n\nCOME WRITE WITH US - establish and reinforce a regular writing p ractice!\n\n**Not sure what to write?** No problem! Write your author bio if you don’t already have one\, use a writing prompt\, create a backstor y for a stranger\, or try journaling or free writing your thoughts.\n\n**L ATE ARRIVALS:** We understand traffic & schedule conflicts happen. It's OK . If you arrive after our writing timer has started at 5:00PM\, just find an open seat and settle in quietly\, continue writing on your own until 6: 00PM\, then we'll re-group to continue with our final round-robin & discus sion before departing.\n\n**NEED TO LEAVE EARLY?** That's OK too. Pack up quietly and give me a wave. We understand and look forward to seeing you a t our next focused writing session. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003025Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cascadiawriters/events/sprdbvyjcnblb/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Cascadia Writers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NO_TAPE DTSTART:20261009T023000Z DTEND:20261009T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:19b1f345-5e98-4695-9fc5-e23a7af72ccf CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:video audio tech skillshare LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-08-no-tape?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261009T173000Z DTEND:20261009T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1469@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-09/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Weekly Writers Group (Online) DTSTART:20261009T180000Z DTEND:20261009T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003020Z UID:event_315107782@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators.\n**Did you wri te this week?**\nCome join our online writing group session. We're a suppo rtive and friendly peer group that welcomes writers of all genres\, styles \, backgrounds and skill levels. Global group!\n\n**WHAT WE'LL DO:**\n**Ou r goal is to get writing done.** We'll start with a brief hello and writin g project check-ins. Then we'll clock 50 minutes of writing time. We don't offer a prompt. People work on all kinds of projects - or even simply wri te in journals.\n\nAfter the writing time is up\, you can stick around and volunteer to read what you wrote\, or listen to others. We try to keep re adings under 7 or so minutes each\, with another 7 minutes or so for peopl e to respond.\n\nWe're not a hard-core critique group. Feedback focuses on what people thought or felt when they heard your work\, or provides simpl e suggestions for making the work stronger. We're a positive\, encouraging group. New members and drop-ins always welcome.\n\n*This event is shared by the Seattle Writers Group\, who have been meeting weekly for over 17 ye ars. Since adding an online option\, the Seattle Writers warmly welcome wr iters from all over the globe to join writing sessions.*\n\n**HOW TO JOIN: **\nThis meetup is held via zoom. RSVP on meetup to see the zoom link.\n\n **RSVP:**\nDon't let the RSVP count fool you! There are always be more peo ple than shown. This event is posted on two meetups. Plus\, many regulars have the link saved and do not RSVP on meetup. You won't be alone\, we pro mise!\n\n**TIPS:**\n\n1. Be prepared with something to write with - pen an d paper\, or keyboard.\n2. Reading or sharing your work is completely opti onal.\n3. Totally fine if you can only join for the writing portion and ca n't stay for the readings.\n4. It's easier to talk to you if we can see yo ur face\, but you don't have to turn your camera on.\n5. You will be able to preview your video before you enter the meeting. You can keep your vide o off the entire time if you wish.\n6. If this is your first time using zo om\, click the link 5 minutes before the start of the meetup to get all se t up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003020Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/gutsycreatives/events/315107782/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Drams & Reels with Skerryvore DTSTART:20261010T003000Z DTEND:20261010T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181114Z UID:10003049-1791567000-1791570600@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:drink,music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\nGuided by the spirit of Scotland itself\, you ’ll sample a curated selection of four Scotch whiskies while Skerryvore band members share stories and songs from the region. Wee bites and nibble s will be available to complement the tasting. Whether you’re a seasoned whisky enthusiast or simply whisky-curious\, this is a rare chance to con nect and toast the culture that runs through every note they play. \n \n** Please note you must have a ticket to the Skerryvore concert to participat e. Click here for tickets to the Skerryvore concert. \n  \nClick here for more info on directions to the Washington Center in Olympia\, hotels\, pa rking and area restaurants. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181114Z LOCATION:Washington Center Black Box Theater\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Oly mpia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/drams-reels-with-skerryvore-202 6-10-09/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Music of Billy Joel DTSTART:20261010T020000Z DTEND:20261010T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182635Z UID:10006870-1791572400-1791579600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:food,music DESCRIPTION:Terry Shaw and His Band play the hits of Billy Joel.  Dinner service is available at 5:45 (dinner sold separately).  Reservations HIGH LY recommended. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182635Z LOCATION:Traditions Fair Trade Cafe\, 300 5th Ave SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 9850 1\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/the-music-of-billy-joel/2026-10-09/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Other Tunings DTSTART:20261010T020000Z DTEND:20261010T051500Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:72933fa2-cd6e-422a-86b7-61735d3a2e32 CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:An evening of improvised and exploratory music with Baraka Blu es (Arrington + Brahim)\, Los Angeles harp and lap steel duo Elif Dinçer + Zac Burgenbauch\, and Food Myth (M. Nordile).\n\nBaraka Blues brings bas s clarinet and guimbri together in a meeting of Gnawa music and blues\, wh ile Dinçer and Burgenbauch explore free improvisation\, open forms\, prep arations\, and altered tunings for harp and lap steel guitar.. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-09-other-tunings?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skerryvore DTSTART:20261010T030000Z DTEND:20261010T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181114Z UID:10003052-1791576000-1791583200@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\nWhat happens when the deep roots of Scottish t radition meet the energy of a world-class rock band? You get Skerryvore. T hree-time winners of Scotland’s Live Act of the Year\, this eight-piece band weaves bagpipes\, fiddle\, accordion\, and whistles together with dri ving guitar\, bass\, and drums to create a sound that is both ancient and electric. Their 2023 album Tempus debuted at #1 on the Official Scottish A lbum and UK Folk Album charts and cracked the top 40 of the overall UK cha rts — with three singles featured on the BBC Radio 2 playlist. Beloved b y audiences from Anchorage to Edinburgh\, Skerryvore don’t just play a s how. They ignite one. Don’t miss this. \nWatch on YouTube | Listen on Sp otify \nhttps://www.washingtoncenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Skerry vore-Event-Page-video.mp4\n  \nDon’t miss Drams and Reels – a special pre-show whisky tasting with Skerryvore! \n  \nClick here for more info on directions to the Washington Center in Olympia\, hotels\, parking and a rea restaurants. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181114Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/skerryvore-2026-10-09/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Garage Sale & Swap Meet DTSTART:20261010T150000Z DTEND:20261010T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:7eu9g53c9btoi2nqlk7rr15c2s@google.com CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:Early-bird at 8 AM - 9 AMGeneral Admission - 9 AM - 3 PMVendor Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbxflchjoGaqeLvKn aYr7WJ1h6kXSB7JAv0j2g0fc6GEBZfw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=1096257675513863 54022 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Southwest Washington Fairgrounds\, 1909 S Gold St\, Centralia\, W A 98531\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Caffeinated & Activated- Olympia Indivisible DTSTART:20261010T170000Z DTEND:20261010T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:c0e36b41-f0ca-4b59-9d26-2206989d07d6 CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Some weeks you want to take action. Some weeks you just need t o be around people who get it. Either way\, Caffeinated & Activated is her e — the Olympia Indivisible's weekly Saturday morning coffee meet-up.\n\ nIt's a low-pressure\, welcoming space to connect with others\, learn more about what OI is working on\, hear what's happening around the community\ , and simply be in the room with folks like you — whether you feel like listening\, talking\, or just being present. No RSVP needed\, just come wi th your coffee.\n\nWhen: Saturdays | Doors Open at 9:45\, Meeting Runs 10 –11 AM LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-10-caffeinated-activated-o lympia-indivisible?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Repair & Sustainability Fair DTSTART:20261010T170000Z DTEND:20261010T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:2ec8uaufh65fkhgm1024kupf05@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:For more information\, call 360.740.1216 or email jason.adams@ lewiscountywa.gov LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Community Events Building - Southwest Washington Fairgrounds - 19 09 S. Gold St\, Centralia\, WA 98531 X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wildlife tracking with Capitol Land Trust (FREE) DTSTART:20261010T170000Z DTEND:20261010T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T194018Z UID:event_316558032@meetup.com CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings\nThi s guided outing in partnership with Capitol Land Trust’s Second Saturday s focuses on developing observation skills to notice clues left behind in the landscape such as tracks\, scat\, and other signs of animal activity. As we move slowly through the preserve\, we’ll pause often to look close ly at what we find and consider which animals may have passed through.\nWh ether you’re new to tracking or simply curious about the wildlife around you\, this is a great way to see the landscape from a new perspective whi le spending time outdoors with community. No prior experience needed—beg inners are welcome.\n\nMeet at the kiosk\nNo parking pass or RSVP required \n[Learn more about the event and Capitol Land Trust Second Saturday event s on their website.](https://capitollandtrust.org/second-saturdays-wildlif e-tracks-signs) LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T194018Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/firecraft-northwest-nature-bushcraft-and-surviv al-outings/events/316558032/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Farm Stand DTSTART:20261010T180000Z DTEND:20261010T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1632@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:food,market LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:Lacey Farm Stand\, 7027 Martin Way E\, Olympia\, Washington\, 985 16\, United States URL:https://tcfb.org/events/farm-stand-12/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med ium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OlyLAB Blender Cohort DTSTART:20261010T190000Z DTEND:20261010T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:e5cec36c-7a73-4fd7-822a-b32f4b808a83 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Olympia Learning and Arts in Blender (OlyLAB) is a 3D art coho rt of beginners learning the fundamentals of Blender with CGCookie courses /tutorials\, mini-challenges\, challenges\, games\, and competitions toget her.\n\nEach individual pays for a significantly discounted CG Cookie subs cription to follow along with our curriculum. Join the discord to learn ho w to become part of the cohort and community!\nhttps://discord.gg/QveKzFeH f6 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-10-olylab-blender-cohort?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Mask Distro! DTSTART:20261010T230000Z DTEND:20261011T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:e7e399d6-bdd9-4443-a9d1-89deb7e34b28 CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:4-6 PM. Stop by and get free high quality respirators! Bring m asks that didn’t work out to trade in\, or bring used masks to be recycl ed! (no cloth masks). Masks required to be worn in the space during distro . LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-10-free-mask-distro?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBT History Month Celebration DTSTART:20261010T230000Z DTEND:20261011T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:40345ac1-6d54-4ffa-af32-fdf760ebc2c4 CATEGORIES:community,dance DESCRIPTION:mutual aid community building during the day and celebrating a t night\n\n4-7pm: Resource drive\, zine vendors\, open discussion with inf ormational presentations\n\n7:30-Late: dance party LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-10-lgbt-history-month-cele bration?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Arcade Night @ Insert Coin DTSTART:20261011T010000Z DTEND:20261011T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T123725Z UID:event_316144449@meetup.com CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nWe had a request for an evening a t the arcade\, so let's do it!\n\nIf you've not yet been to Insert Coin\, they have something for everyone with air hockey\, pinball machines\, inte ractive video games\, skee ball and even axe throwing! (Because when you h ave a bar on premises\, why not??)\n\nThey also have a restaurant with gre at food that's delivered by a robot. (Like I said\, something for everyone lol)\n\n[Insert Coin Menu](https://www.insertcoinwa.com/olympia#menu-oly) \n\nTo play any of the games you'll need to purchase credits which go onto a card. How much you want to spend is up to you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T123725Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/316144449/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seahawk Sundays 💙🏈💚 SEA vs SF DTSTART:20261011T202500Z DTEND:20261011T232500Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054008Z UID:event_315970474@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,sports DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nCalling all 12s! The boys are bac k so let's cheer on our home team!!\nAbout the venue (in case you're wonde ring... the bowling alley\, is she serious??):\n\n* They have great diner/ bar food that's reasonably priced\n* Lots of parking\n* And a genuinely fu n vibe as other fans usually show up\n* Also lots of TVs so you can't find a bad seat\n\nSee you there! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054008Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/315970474/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Symphony Orchestra Presents: LIFT DTSTART:20261011T220000Z DTEND:20261012T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T000122Z UID:10003358-1791730800-1791738000@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmerica has never had one sound. \ nIt sings through anthem and blues\, through jazz clubs and concert halls\ , through stride piano\, spirituals\, street songs\, opera\, celebration\, and reinvention. LIFT opens Olympia Symphony’s 2026/27 season\, Kaleido scope\, with a program where American sound rises from joy\, memory\, resi lience\, and hope.\nJessie Montgomery’s Banner asks what an anthem means in a country still becoming itself. Woven from The Star-Spangled Banner\, Lift Every Voice and Sing\, and other musical echoes\, it turns a familia r symbol into something larger\, more layered\, and alive with many voices . \nAt the heart of the concert\, guest artist Calder Failla joins the orc hestra for Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue\, where smoky jazz\, sweeping mel ody\, and symphonic ambition meet in one of the most recognizable openings in American music. Gershwin returns in Porgy and Bess: Catfish Row\, brin ging the opera’s Charleston sound world into rich orchestral color. Gers hwin’s insistence on an all-Black cast for Porgy and Bess helped create major operatic opportunities for Black singers at a time when blackface st ill appeared on American stages. \nWynton Marsalis’s Blues Symphony expa nds the blues into a vast orchestral journey\, while James P. Johnson’s Victory Stride closes the circle with the pulse and brilliance of Harlem s tride piano. \nInspired by artists who moved across genres to make room fo r their fullest voices\, LIFT celebrates music that refuses to stay in one lane. This is not one version of America. It is a kaleidoscope of voices\ , each one lifting the next. \nProgram\nJessie MONTGOMERY: Banner\nWynton MARSALIS: Blues Symphony (excerpts)\nGeorge GERSHWIN: Rhapsody in Blue\nGe orge GERSHWIN: Catfish Row from Porgy and Bess\nJames P. JOHNSON: Victory Stride” LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T000122Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/olympia-symphony-orchestra-pres ents-lift-2026-10-11/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Symphony Presents LIFT: Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue DTSTART:20261011T220000Z DTEND:20261012T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182542Z UID:10007009-1791730800-1791738000@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:LIFT opens Olympia Symphony’s 2026/27 season\, Kaleidoscope\ , with American music in full color.\n\nFrom Jessie Montgomery’s Banner\ , a searching reimagining of the national anthem\, to Wynton Marsalis’s sweeping Blues Symphony\, this concert listens to America through joy\, me mory\, resilience\, and hope. Guest artist Calder Failla joins the orchest ra for Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue\, where classical brilliance meets ja zz-age energy\, followed by the symphonic world of Porgy and Bess: Catfish Row and James P. Johnson’s Victory Stride.\n\nA season opener with rhyt hm\, soul\, and lift. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182542Z LOCATION:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts\, 512 Washington St SE\, Olympia URL:https://olyarts.org/event/olympia-symphony-presents-lift-gershwins-rha psody-in-blue/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia -wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sparkler\, Glia\, As Above\, TBD DTSTART:20261012T020000Z DTEND:20261012T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:665ddc6e-f29b-4894-9e97-291cd5858b79 CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Shoegaze/noise pop band from Houston with Sparkler from San Di ego + TBD Olympia act\n\nSparkler\, Glia\, As Above\, TBD\n\nDoors @7\nMus ic starts @7:30 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-11-sparkler-glia-as-above- tbd?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261012T173000Z DTEND:20261012T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1470@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-12/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CASCADIA WRITERS - Focused Writing Session (online) DTSTART:20261012T234000Z DTEND:20261013T014000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003025Z UID:event_sctbbvyjcnbqb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Cascadia Writers\n[Dues $60/year] **Struggling to establish a regular writing practice?** Join Cascadia Writers for a FOCUSED WRITING SE SSION online via Zoom. Write whatever you like. There are no readings or c ritiques at these sessions. Just camaraderie and support of fellow writers . Group operating rules are listed under "About" and [www.CascadiaWriters. com/rules](www.CascadiaWriters.com/rules).\n\n**When you join Cascadia Wri ters\, annual dues are just $60/year after the 2-week FREE TRIAL PERIOD**. Camaraderie and support for less than the cost of a monthly latte. If you are trying to establish a more consistent writing practice\, give us a tr y. Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required).\n\n* **by 4:40PM**ish **\\- Enter meet ing\,** check mic/cam\, prepare to write\n* **4:45PM - INTRODUCTIONS:** Ro und-robin opportunity to introduce yourself to your fellow writers\, you c an mention what you are working on or what your goal is for today's sessio n\, or whatever you wish to share. Or say\, "PASS" if you prefer.\n* **5:0 0PM - TIMER STARTS:** Mics are muted\; WE WRITE FOR 1 HOUR\n* **6:00PM - T IMER ENDS:** Congratulations! Round-robin opportunity to share how the wri ting session went for you\, then see you next time!\n* **COST: FREE FOR ME MBERS**\n\nWe try hard to stick to agendas. When we have many writers in a ttendance\, we may need to shorten our individual introductions so that ea ch writer may have a chance to say hello. When we have fewer writers\, we may not require the entire 15 minutes for introductions and so you can cha t as you please until the writing timer starts promptly at 5:00PM or begin writing a few minutes early\, if you like. At 5PM\, cams/mics are muted s o all may write in peace.\n\n**Not sure what to write?** No problem! Write your author bio if you don’t already have one\, use a writing prompt\, create a backstory for a stranger\, or try journaling or free writing your thoughts.\n\nJoin/RSVP via MeetUp (required)\n\n**LATE ARRIVALS:** If you enter the Zoom meeting after our writing timer has started at 5:00PM\, pl ease continue writing on your own until 6:00PM\, then we'll unmute and con tinue with our final round-robin & discussion before signing-off.\n\n**NEE D TO LEAVE EARLY?** No problem. We understand and look forward to seeing y ou at our next writing session.\n\n**Technology glitches/power outages hap pen.** If this occurs\, continue writing! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003025Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cascadiawriters/events/sctbbvyjcnbqb/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Cascadia Writers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Secular Men's Support Group DTSTART:20261013T020000Z DTEND:20261013T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:6ed2e55b-84a3-419c-9280-35454367e679 CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-04-secular-men-s-support-g roup?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tacoma Government Affairs Regional Meeting DTSTART:20261013T160000Z DTEND:20261013T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T010732Z UID:353263-1791882000-1791889200@wahospitality.org CATEGORIES:civic DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host our annual autumn outreach meeting in T acoma. Each fall\, our Government Affairs team travels across the state to connect with members like you\, gathering valuable insights into the chal lenges and opportunities shaping our dynamic industry. \nThis event is als o a great opportunity to meet state lawmakers and engage directly with the m\, ask questions and help them better understand the needs of our industr y. \nOur team will be available to: \n\nListen to your concerns and experi ences\nDiscuss our legislative priorities\nProvide updates on the current business climate\nAnswer your questions about the upcoming legislative ses sion\n\nQuestions? Please contact us here. \nDon’t miss this important c onversation—RSVP today! LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T010732Z LOCATION:Tacoma-Pierce Co. Chamber\, 950 Pacific Ave\, Ste 300\, LightCurv e Room\, Tacoma\, 98402\, United States URL:https://wahospitality.org/event/tacoma-government-affairs-regional-mee tings/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Washington Hospitality Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://wahospitality.org/blog/event/olympia-government-affai rs-regional-meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261013T170000Z DTEND:20261013T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1310@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-08-2026 -10-13/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Draw DTSTART:20261013T210000Z DTEND:20261014T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:8afefced-e46a-4498-bbf4-a52f1b220fd3 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Hang out and draw\nTuesdays 2-5pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-13-open-draw-2?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fair Association Meeting DTSTART:20261014T010000Z DTEND:20261014T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:67t8d36qcpf41bt01e4ep56l2i_R20220511T010000@google.com CATEGORIES:civic DESCRIPTION:Located in the Historical Building. Public Welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Southwest Washington Fairgrounds-Historical Bldg\, 1909 S Gold St \, Centralia\, WA 98531\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Local Video Artist Retrospective DTSTART:20261014T020000Z DTEND:20261014T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:2436384e-5fcc-411a-8847-bce8ebe155bd CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Reid Urban LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-13-local-video-artist-retr ospective?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Movie Club DTSTART:20261014T020000Z DTEND:20261014T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:678cab03-71e2-407c-99e8-b3c99253a203 CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Night Movie Club LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-13-movie-club?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:13 Nights of Halloween DTSTART:20261014T020000Z DTEND:20261026T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T072933Z UID:event_316460966@meetup.com CATEGORIES:holiday DESCRIPTION:Horror Geeks South Sound Group\nHello everyone\,\nGot an annou ncement for folks.\nAs many people have heard here and there on the Discor d\, we will be doing a 13 Nights of Halloween Virtual Movie Series. We are planning to do these movies once a night from October 13th to the 25th. E ach night we will play a movie and were thinking of using (Discord) or (Go ogle Meet). We are still looking for volunteer hosts who might be interest ed to showcase the movies that are awesome to them. Half the nights are fi lled. We are asking on our form which you would prefer to host on---we can work with you on either and help set up Google Meet sessions if needed. W e encourage folks to showcase movies you want others to see. These can be your favorites\, movies you don’t think others know\, specific dark show s\, or movies that inspire your horror mind. Also\, don’t feel too const rained-these could be dark comedy\, macabre\, twisted thriller\, and whatn ot.\n\nIf you want to host a night\, please let us know no later than Sept ember 21st. If we get a roster filled earlier\, we will also let folks kno w. We will also update on Discord and Meetup with a poster highlighting ea ch of our presenters and their movies. PS on trivia nights\, we are always excited if people want a special master of ceremony name/nickname so feel free to let us know that too.\n\nThanks to everyone for taking part in ma king this first of its kind event happen in the HGSS community. Also\, if you don’t feel totally comfortable with tech stuff-know you got support and we can help you as much as we can to ensure your night goes great.\n\n Thanks to those already up for this and for those interested. If you want to be a part of this\, please fill out this form ([https://docs.google.com /spreadsheets/d/1D_xWHHMjPv7M8nxxx9PNUEriF_5cF8JyvP_CnzsuOX0/edit?gid=0#gi d=0](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D_xWHHMjPv7M8nxxx9PNUEriF_5cF 8JyvP_CnzsuOX0/edit?gid=0#gid=0 "https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D _xWHHMjPv7M8nxxx9PNUEriF_5cF8JyvP_CnzsuOX0/edit?gid=0#gid=0")) or message me here and I can put your name on the list. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T072933Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/horror-geeks-south-sound-group/events/316460966 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Horror Geeks South Sound Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Be the Light Meditations to Create a Better Future DTSTART:20261014T160000Z DTEND:20261014T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054000Z UID:event_jdjsztyjcnbsb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts\n Join our zoom Meditation every Wednesday morning at 9am pst to find your i nner alignment and sense of peace and purpose. Themes are discussed and th en we drop into a profound meditation experience.\n\nThe Theme we are work ing with or this Quarter is "Quantum Future Envisioning Circles" It is tim e to dream up a brighter future together.\n\nmessage Jan for the link Plea se.\nYou can stay on or off camera\, though at the end we have community d iscussion off camera. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054000Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/meditation-with-sound-bath-harmonic-attunement/ events/jdjsztyjcnbsb/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261014T173000Z DTEND:20261014T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1471@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-14/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 5–6:30pm DTSTART:20261014T230000Z DTEND:20261015T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:1560@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-4-6pm-2026-10-14/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writing Group @ Kosmo Coworking DTSTART:20261015T010000Z DTEND:20261015T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003020Z UID:event_tlsbztyjcnbsb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators.\nIn-person wri ting session at the Kosmo Coworking in downtown Olympia. We're a supportiv e and friendly group that welcomes writers of all backgrounds and skill le vels.\n\n**WHAT WE'LL DO:**\n\n**Our goal is to get writing done.**\n6pm \ \~ Hello!\n6:10pm \\~ Independent writing\n7pm \\~ Reading & feedback\n\nW e start with a brief hello and writing project check-ins. Then we'll clock 50 minutes of writing time. We don't offer a prompt. People work on all k inds of projects\, from novels to academic work to personal journals.\n\nA fter the writing time is up\, you can stick around and volunteer to read w hat you wrote\, or listen to others. We keep readings under 7 minutes each \, with another 10 minutes or so for people to respond.\n\n**We're not a h ard-core critique group.** Feedback focuses on what people thought or felt when they heard your work. Some may offer simple suggestions to strengthe n work. We're a positive\, encouraging group. Some writers have published many books\, while others are not yet ready to actually call themselves a "writer" out loud. Regardless of where you are in your writing journey\, y ou will be valued and find value in this gathering. New members and drop-i ns always welcome.\n\n**WHAT TO BRING:**\n\n**Your preferred writing mater ials.** Many people bring laptops or tablets. Some bring paper and pen.\n\ n**FOR THOSE WHO OVERTHINK THINGS:**\n\nWe follow “cat rules”. Come an d go as you please. Get up and walk around if you need to. Use earbuds or don’t. It’s okay to arrive late and it’s okay to leave early. Come o ne time\, come every time. It’s all good.\n\nTip: RSVP counts are rarely accurate. This event is shared across multiple meetups.\n\nMeetup says th e event is full? Come anyway! There’s space for you.\n\nThis is a divers e group of writers. If you come\, you will be expected to be kind and welc oming to people who may have backgrounds\, beliefs\, neurotypes or lifesty les that you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with. People may share writin g that is deeply personal\, has adult themes\, or expresses viewpoints you disagree with. Awesome. We connect and respect each other as fellow write rs. Focus on the craft over content and support the people in your local c ommunity on their unique journey as a writer.\n\nOnly write romance? Or pe rsonal essays? Or historical fiction? Or sci-if or poetry or screenplays? Cool! This group is not limited to a specific genre or style. Work on your LOTR/Futurama fanfic mashup\, your essays on paleontology in the early 19 00’s\, your snarky flash fiction. We love it all.\n\n**WE'VE MOVED!**\n* Do not go to the Grange Starbucks*! We're meeting in downtown Olympia at t he new coworking and writing center. The new space isn't open to the publi c yet\, Our writing group gets to use it early because we are awesome like that.\n\n**Location details:**\nKosmo Coworking\n123 Washington St NE\, O lympia\n\n**Street parking is free after 6pm.** Plus\, you can park for fr ee in the state workers' parking lot right across the street on evenings a nd weekends.\nFree\, self-serve coffee and tea. Wash your own cups\, *yo.* LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003020Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/gutsycreatives/events/tlsbztyjcnbsb/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Gutsy Creatives: Writers. Thinkers. Innovators. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Moon Coin Productions Present: ABRA Cadabra - Celebrating the Musi c & Magic of ABBA DTSTART:20261015T020000Z DTEND:20261015T041500Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181114Z UID:10003181-1792004400-1792012500@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:family,music,theater DESCRIPTION:About the Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttention all ABBA fans! Get ready for a night of amazing live music\, irresistible melodies \, glittering costumes and pure joy when internationally acclaimed ABBA tr ibute band “ABRA Cadabra” takes the stage! \nFeaturing a captivating l ive band\, powerful vocals\, dazzling dancers\, multimedia effects and mul tiple costume changes\, this interactive\, family-friendly stage extravaga nza will have you smiling\, clapping\, grooving and singing along to your favorite ABBA classics like Mamma Mia\, Dancing Queen\, Take A Chance\, Wa terloo\, SOS\, Fernando\, Gimme Gimme Gimme and more! ABRA Cadabra’s inf ectious energy\, meticulous musical detail and passion for the music creat es an uplifting atmosphere of celebration\, nostalgia & human connection f or all ages!\n\nJonas Falle (lead performer and co-producer of the show) s ays\; “There’s something very special about the music of ABBA. It has a magical way of transcending age and culture. It doesn’t matter what co untry or city we are in\; at every show we’ll have children\, parents & grandparents all singing along and enjoying the music together. There are not many musical groups whose music spans multiple generations. We have so much gratitude for our audience & appreciate that they are spending their valuable time and hard-earned money to buy a ticket. It is because of the m that we all have the opportunity to live our dreams and to keep the magi cal music of ABBA alive.”\n\nABRA Cadabra co-producer and lead singer Je anette O’Keeffe (Agnetha) says “We receive so many emails and comments from people telling us how uplifted they felt after the show. People tell us they had no idea what to expect\, but they left the show filled with l ove and joy. That is the greatest compliment we could ever receive\, that the audience felt the love we were putting out to them.” \n📣 Here is what fans are saying…  \n“Best show we’ve ever seen!”  – Gilbe rte Nowlan – Moncton\, NB\n\n“Labels like “tribute” band don’t c ut it with these people. Powerful\, tight\, bang-on lite-em-up delivery wi th a real joy in the performance! I would go see them again anywhere\, any time!” – Rob Randall – White Rock\, BC\n\n“I’ve seen tributes to ABBA before\, they were great\, but you are the best. If you come back Ea st we will be there!” – Jack Hayward – Fredericton\, NB \n“Just sa w your show in Regina. WOW! You guys are amazing – I took my (80+) mom a nd she loved it! The entire group is stunning\, never seen any performers acknowledge their entire crew\, go into the audience and so obviously love what you do! Thank you…we will come again!” – Rhonda Lamb – Regin a\, SK \nCatch a sneak peak of the show here \nABRA Cadabra has been touri ng the world for 20+ years bringing the uplifting and timeless music of AB BA to prestigious stages across the globe. From entertaining the Royal Fam ily and the Prime Minister of Malaysia to captivating audiences at renowne d theatres like The Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver\, The Esplanade T heatre in Singapore\, The Winspear Centre in Edmonton\, The Washington Cen ter in Olympia\, The Auditorio Luiz Elisondo in Monterrey\, Mexico\, The J ack Singer Concert Hall in Calgary and The Dalhousie Performing Arts Centr e in Halifax. They’ve shared the stage with icons like Boney M and Kool and the Gang at Universal Studios in Florida and have headlined countless Festivals including the PNE\, The Harmony Arts Festival\, The Parkersburg Festival in West Virginia and The Penang Fair in Malaysia! Wherever they go\, audience members respond with heartfelt appreciation. \nFaceBook: @AT ributeToABBA\nInstagram: @ATributeToABBA LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181114Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/moon-coin-productions-present-a bra-cadabra-celebrating-the-music-magic-of-abba-2026-10-14/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reading the World: A Panel on Literary Translation DTSTART:20261015T020000Z DTEND:20261015T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T002441Z UID:10008050-1792004400-1792011600@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:free,literary DESCRIPTION:This event will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday\, October 14th\ , in the Worthington Conference Center.\nFree and open to the public. \nS ponsored by Oly Fed\n\nIn this evening presentation\, which is free and op en to the public\, three award-winning translators will discuss the pleasu res and challenges of translating texts into English. How does a translato r convey a work of literature from one language and culture into another? What is the process that brings us voices and stories from around the worl d? Each panelist works from a different language and specializes in a diff erent genre—fiction\, nonfiction and poetry. The panel will be followed by audience Q&A and a book-signing\, with books by all of the translators available for purchase on site. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T002441Z LOCATION:Saint Martin’s University\, 5300 Pacific Ave SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98506\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/reading-the-world-a-panel-on-literary-transl ation/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Goth Hole Collective Presents: Corpse Dust DTSTART:20261015T030000Z DTEND:20261015T065900Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:f2ff7563-21b8-4224-9d7e-d97d4a02ec1e CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Live Music performance by Corpse Dust from NC and prospective local live music act! Goth Hole DJs will spin for dance ngiht portions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-14-goth-hole-collective-pr esents-corpse-dust?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261015T170000Z DTEND:20261015T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T001826Z UID:1311@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T001826Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-13-2026 -10-15/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CASCADIA WRITERS - Focused Writing Session (in person) DTSTART:20261015T233000Z DTEND:20261016T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T003025Z UID:event_sprdbvyjcnbtb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Cascadia Writers\n[Dues $60/year] **Struggling to establish a regular writing practice?** Join Cascadia Writers at Cutters Point Coffee in Hawks Prairie for a FOCUSED WRITING SESSION. Write whatever you like. T here are no readings or critiques at these sessions. Just camaraderie and support of fellow writers. Group operating rules are listed under "About" and our website [www.CascadiaWriters.com](http://www.cascadiawriters.com/r ules).\n\n**When you join Cascadia Writers\, annual dues are just $60/year after the 2-WEEK FREE TRIAL PERIOD**. Camaraderie and support for less th an the cost of a monthly latte. If you are trying to establish a more cons istent writing practice\, give us a try. Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required).\ n\n* **4:30PM**(ish) -optional socializing\; settle in\, get coffee\, prep are to write\n* **4:45PM - INTRODUCTIONS:** Round-robin\; opportunity to i ntroduce yourself to your fellow writers\; mention what you are working on or what your goal is for today's session\, or whatever you wish to share. Or say "PASS" if you prefer.\n* **5:00PM - TIMER STARTS:** WE WRITE FOR 1 HOUR\n\n**COST: FREE FOR PAID MEMBERS**\n\nSeating for up to 8 writers at our reserved main table. When we have more than 8 writers\, at 4:45PM we all gather around for introductions & round-robin. At 5PM\, sit at any ope n table for the timed writing portion. **At 6PM\, rejoin group for final r ound-robin before departing.**\n\n**BRING:** pen & paper to write or your pre-charged laptop\, Earbuds or earplugs if you need them to block out caf é music and background noise.\n\n**Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required)**\n\nW e try hard to stick to agendas. When we have many writers in attendance\, we may need to shorten our individual introductions so that each writer ma y have a chance to say hello. When we have fewer writers\, we may not requ ire the entire 15 minutes for introductions and so you can chat as you ple ase until the writing timer starts promptly at 5:00PM or begin writing a f ew minutes early\, if you like. At 5PM\, we are quiet so all may write in peace.\n\nCOME WRITE WITH US - establish and reinforce a regular writing p ractice!\n\n**Not sure what to write?** No problem! Write your author bio if you don’t already have one\, use a writing prompt\, create a backstor y for a stranger\, or try journaling or free writing your thoughts.\n\n**L ATE ARRIVALS:** We understand traffic & schedule conflicts happen. It's OK . If you arrive after our writing timer has started at 5:00PM\, just find an open seat and settle in quietly\, continue writing on your own until 6: 00PM\, then we'll re-group to continue with our final round-robin & discus sion before departing.\n\n**NEED TO LEAVE EARLY?** That's OK too. Pack up quietly and give me a wave. We understand and look forward to seeing you a t our next focused writing session. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T003025Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cascadiawriters/events/sprdbvyjcnbtb/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Cascadia Writers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holiday-Whodunit Book Club: Kick-off Gathering DTSTART:20261016T000000Z DTEND:20261016T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T065355Z UID:event_316592004@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nFor any mystery\, whodunit fans w ho also love the holidays... this book club is for you!\n\nOur book will b e\, "A Christmas Party" by Georgette Heyer and for this first gathering\, we'll be discussing Chapters 1 - 3. Also\, just for some added fun\, each gathering we'll cast a vote on who we think the killer is. At the last gat hering (once we've completed the book) whoever had the most correct guesse s all along will win a prize! And we're doing this on the honor system\, s o no skipping to the last chapter to get the deets!\n\n**To purchase the b ook\, [click here](https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Party-Seasonal-Mystery -Envious/dp/1492644706/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JIOVKLVPZYPV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.6vAP Le12gnOFhHV2f28o4nwiQvqUU0TyJfjFh1Ytwc97PKDVc-dtOmTI_DXVKnXzgZGgOCd7CPpOZd aT0BpJV8NZynMDlxJoUjAre18_nCbYjvGd-ovB3LYTn8trs8qPxEK8oFSztofra0CYdS9megQH 7IcI_OQjFbhRRqS6bLKBCYVsu481Dn4Vn9C-tXZ6DQW9gmwmGJ750CNMlpRDq5mTQlC9o2T0aF JPrII-hxQ.s37ny1-ynQuwv0hjv_WRVdv3YTGqG6iRQbsfaEcJbvo&dib_tag=se&keywords= a+christmas+party+georgette+heyer&qid=1789614652&sprefix=a+christmas+party \,aps\,182&sr=8-1):**\nPaperback $9.99\nKindle $9.49\nKindle Unlimited is Free!\n\n**Brief synopsis:**\n'Tis the Season―for murder…\n\nA colorfu l assortment of guests at a festive holiday house party discover there is a killer in their midst when their universally reviled host is found dead ―in a room locked from the inside.\n\nFor Inspector Hemingway of Scotlan d Yard\, the investigation is complicated by the fact that every guest is hiding something―throwing all their testimony into question and casting suspicion far and wide. The clever and daring crime will mystify readers\, yet the answer is in plain sight all along…\n\n**About the Restaurant:* *\nCynara has been voted "Best happy hour in Olympia!"\n\nHappy Hour Food starting at $5 with beverage purchase\nDaily 3:30pm–5:30pm\n\nFeaturing the Grilled Onion Burger for just $5 w/Royal ranch beef\, grilled onions\, muenster cheese\, arugula\, pink peppercorn aioli\, fries! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T065355Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/316592004/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deep Discussions Topic - TBD DTSTART:20261016T010000Z DTEND:20261016T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054007Z UID:event_313027832@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Deep Discussions in the South Sound\n*You don't have to buy di nner to attend. Have a cup of coffee\, a glass of wine\, a beer or just so me water -- but come! RSVP early as the group reservation is limited to 25 (if you find yourself on the waitlist\, come anyway. We have always had s eats available at the table).*\n\n**Topic: TBD**\n\nConversations each mon th are determined at the end of the month before as part of our ongoing co nversation.\n\nJoin us as we explore these questions and more in our ongoi ng monthly discussion series\, where we aim to go deeper into what shapes our shared human experience. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054007Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/deep-discussions-in-the-south-sound/events/3130 27832/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Deep Discussions in the South Sound END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia WordPress Meetup DTSTART:20261016T020000Z DTEND:20261016T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T063241Z UID:event_316207982@meetup.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Olympia WordPress Meetup (OlyWP)\nThe Olympia WordPress Meetup has been a free\, non-judgemental place for people of any skill level\, i nterest\, or background to come and learn\, share\, and participate in our amazing WordPress community.\n\nDue to the pandemic\, increased cost of m eeting place\, and retirement of the organizers\, this Meetup will no long er be held. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T063241Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-wordpress-meetup-olywp/events/316207982 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia WordPress Meetup (OlyWP) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Randy Rainbow: National Freakin' Treasure DTSTART:20261016T023000Z DTEND:20261016T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T181913Z UID:10003034-1792092600-1792092600@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:comedy,music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\nEqual parts cabaret\, comedy\, and catharsis — Randy Rainbow is exactly what we need right now. The six-time Emmy®-n ominated comedian\, producer\, actor\, writer\, and Internet phenomenon is bringing his wildly popular National Freakin’ Treasure tour. Famous for skewering politics with show-tune precision and a dazzling sense of humor \, Randy has been profiled by CBS Sunday Morning\, The Washington Post\, C NN\, NPR\, and Entertainment Weekly. His debut album earned a Grammy® nom ination\, and his sold-out concert tours have delighted audiences coast to coast. Come experience the musical comedy event of the season — and rem ember what it feels like to really\, truly laugh. \nWatch on YouTube \n  \nAdd a Meet & Greet to your ticket for $106.\nMake your evening even more memorable with this add-on experience. (Available after you purchase a ti cket to the show.) \nMeet & Greet Experience Includes: \n\nExclusive post show meet & greet with Randy Rainbow\nPersonal photograph with Randy Rainb ow\nIntimate Q&A session with Randy Rainbow\nAutographed 8×10 photo\nSpec ially designed Randy Rainbow tote bag\nOfficial meet & greet laminate and lanyard\nPriority merchandise shopping\n\n  \nhttps://www.washingtoncente r.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Randy-rainbow-Event-Page-video.mp4\n  \n Click here for more info on directions to the Washington Center in Olympia \, hotels\, parking and area restaurants. LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T181913Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/randy-rainbow-national-freakin- treasure-2026-10-15/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=o lympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure DTSTART:20261016T023000Z DTEND:20261016T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000307Z UID:10006576-1792092600-1792099800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:comedy,music DESCRIPTION:Equal parts cabaret\, comedy\, and catharsis — Randy Rainbow is exactly what we need right now. The four-time Emmy®-nominated comedia n\, producer\, actor\, writer\, and Internet phenomenon is bringing his wi ldly popular National Freakin’ Treasure tour. Famous for skewering polit ics with show-tune precision and a dazzling sense of humor\, Randy has bee n profiled by CBS Sunday Morning\, The Washington Post\, CNN\, NPR\, a nd Entertainment Weekly. His debut album earned a Grammy® nomination\, a nd his sold-out concert tours have delighted audiences coast to coast. Com e experience the musical comedy event of the season — and remember what it feels like to really\, truly laugh. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000307Z LOCATION:Washington Center for the Performing Arts\, 512 Washington St SE\ , Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/randy-rainbow-national-freakin-treasure/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NO_TAPE DTSTART:20261016T023000Z DTEND:20261016T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:78bbc9dc-5e6a-4089-90af-38e7d6bce991 CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:video audio tech skillshare LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-15-no-tape?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261016T173000Z DTEND:20261016T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T001914Z UID:1472@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T001914Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-16/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4-H Super Saturday DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261018 DTSTAMP:20260911T025224Z UID:40p2q6plbq21aaijfskseoui5f@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T025224Z X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:This Is Not A Drum Circle DTSTART:20261017T020000Z DTEND:20261017T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:187b02d7-8ece-494a-913f-5efd9f86c6e4 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:A workshop focusing on the fundamentals of spontaneous and exp erimental group rhythms LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-16-this-is-not-a-drum-circ le?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Caffeinated & Activated- Olympia Indivisible DTSTART:20261017T170000Z DTEND:20261017T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:73ca442e-0225-4443-b8eb-94f8004237fe CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Some weeks you want to take action. Some weeks you just need t o be around people who get it. Either way\, Caffeinated & Activated is her e — the Olympia Indivisible's weekly Saturday morning coffee meet-up.\n\ nIt's a low-pressure\, welcoming space to connect with others\, learn more about what OI is working on\, hear what's happening around the community\ , and simply be in the room with folks like you — whether you feel like listening\, talking\, or just being present. No RSVP needed\, just come wi th your coffee.\n\nWhen: Saturdays | Doors Open at 9:45\, Meeting Runs 10 –11 AM LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-17-caffeinated-activated-o lympia-indivisible?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lewis County Model Railroad Train Show DTSTART:20261017T170000Z DTEND:20261017T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:46der8o2bus2tkfjgiark6tfr1@google.com CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:Table for the event\, please contact Ted at:tedstrains@lewisco unty.com360.985.7788 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Blue Fair Pavilion\, 1909 S Gold St\, Centralia\, WA 98531\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OlyLAB Blender Cohort DTSTART:20261017T190000Z DTEND:20261017T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:d591304a-6244-47a7-813d-4430b7d04bea CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Olympia Learning and Arts in Blender (OlyLAB) is a 3D art coho rt of beginners learning the fundamentals of Blender with CGCookie courses /tutorials\, mini-challenges\, challenges\, games\, and competitions toget her.\n\nEach individual pays for a significantly discounted CG Cookie subs cription to follow along with our curriculum. Join the discord to learn ho w to become part of the cohort and community!\nhttps://discord.gg/QveKzFeH f6 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-17-olylab-blender-cohort?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Create Your Own Cloth Amulet or Intention Pouch DTSTART:20261017T200000Z DTEND:20261017T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T000257Z UID:34091-1792242000-1792252800@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:In this class you will create a magical talisman for an intent ion you are holding at this time. It may be for general protection\, incre asing your capacity for giving and receiving love\, healing from painful w ounds\, an object of remembrance of a loved one\, a reminder of a commitme nt you are making to yourself\, etc. These may be worn\, displayed on a wa ll\, placed on an altar\, whatever feels most supportive and meaningful to you.  \nI will provide some dried herbs\, salt\, and a few other items t hat you may choose from to put inside\, but I also encourage you to bring your own items. These could be small gemstones that feel aligned with your intention\, pieces of paper with writing\, anything that feels meaningful to you\, even if it might not make logical sense to you\, try to let your intuition guide you.  \nDuring the class we will spend time embroidering an image onto the fabric for your pouch\, stitching the fabric into a pou ch\, filling it with your items\, and adding cord and tassels if you’d l ike additional adornments. There will be an invitation for us to share wit h each other about our intentions as we work.  \nŽiara is a queer artist \, creative creature\, nature lover\, and budding ceremonialist. They enjo y learning about art mediums by experimenting and playing\, and finding ar tists and art that inspire them to create. They live their life as an expr ession of beauty\, by bringing ceremony and ritual into the mundane acts o f the day. They are striving to remember their belonging with the natural world by listening to the ways the more-than -human world is always offeri ng us lessons and showing us the ways of beauty\, simplicity\, and the cyc lical nature of things. Žiara believes in creating a new culture from our most magical dreams of interdependent care\, abundance\, and mutual thriv ing. They are currently practicing building new world through their involv ement in Future Ancestors Folk Choir\, Wild Grief\, Olympia mutual aid apo thecary\, Roots and Rhythms outdoor pre-school\, and Earth Keepers Wisdom School : A Year in Ceremony.  \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T000257Z LOCATION:Olympia Food Co-op – Downtown Community Classroom\, 610 Columbi a Street SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/create-your-own-cloth-amulet-or-intenti on-pouch/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Covid Safer Fiber Arts Meetup DTSTART:20261017T220000Z DTEND:20261018T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:8c2f1281-1a39-4a38-8c05-14781394b71b CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Third Saturdays\, 3-5 PM at DECAY :) Covid Safer Fiber Arts Me etup! Bring a project and hang out with other covid conscious folks. Free\ , all ages\, ADA accessible. Check out covidsaferoly.com for more covid co nscious events.\n\nPrecautions: Masks required (KN95+)\, Clean Air Kits To wer of Power + Smart Air Blast Mini MKII air purifiers running for over 10 0% 5 ACH coverage of the space\, CO2 monitoring to adjust ventilation as n eeded\, Far-UVC.\n\nAccess: Single story\, step-free entryway + interior\, no inclines/declines in the space. The front door is light and opens in o r out. One gender neutral\, single-stall restroom with grab bars\, roll-un der sink. Two access points to the back room\, one is just shy of 3ft wide \, the other one has ample space for wheelchairs to pass through.\n\nStree t parking is free on weekends. DECAY is located a couple blocks from the d owntown transit center. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-17-covid-safer-fiber-arts- meetup?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Union Gospel Mission Presents: The Happiest Concert on Ear th! A Tribute to Disney! DTSTART:20261018T020000Z DTEND:20261018T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T000814Z UID:10003385-1792263600-1792270800@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for a night of amazing l ive music\, unforgettable melodies\, dazzling performances\, and a touch o f Disney magic when talented local dentists take the stage for “The Happ iest Concert on Earth! A Tribute to Disney!” \nFeaturing local dental pr ofessionals\, friends\, the esteemed Jazz Senators\, and beloved songs fro m Disney classics\, this interactive\, family-friendly concert will have y ou smiling\, clapping\, singing along\, and making magical memories togeth er! From timeless favorites to modern Disney hits\, this special evening c elebrates the music we all know and love while bringing our community toge ther for an incredible cause. \nWhether you’re a lifelong Disney fan or simply love great live music\, “The Happiest Concert on Earth!” promis es an uplifting night filled with laughter\, nostalgia\, energy\, and plen ty of surprises. And the best part? Every ticket helps support the Olympia Union Gospel Mission’s No-Fee Dental Clinic\, providing compassionate d ental care to people in our community who otherwise may not be able to aff ord it. \nCome enjoy the music\, celebrate the magic\, and support a great cause\, all while watching local dentists trade their scrubs for the stag e! LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T000814Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/olympia-union-gospel-mission-pr esents-the-happiest-concert-on-earth-a-tribute-to-disney-2026-10-17/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Emerald City Music Presents: Rhapsodic Musings DTSTART:20261018T023000Z DTEND:20261018T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T180825Z UID:10003367-1792265400-1792272600@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIN BRIEF\nEmerald City Music’s 1 1th season opens with a vibrant\, festive evening of string music\, bringi ng together Seattle and Olympia’s most celebrated string instrumentalist s. Featuring works by Grażyna Bacewicz\, Antonín Dvořák\, and Béla Ba rtók\, the program showcases the virtuosity and power brought through the different formations of the string instruments. At its core is Elliott Ca rter’s short but electrifying work for solo violin\, a striking centerpi ece that gives the program its name. \nTHE MUSIC\nGrażyna Bacewicz Divert imento for String Orchestra (1965)\nAntonín Dvořák String Quartet No. 1 4 in A-flat Major\, Op. 105\, B. 193 (1895)\nElliott Carter “Rhapsodic M usings” from Four Lauds for solo violin (2000)\nBéla Bartók Divertimen to for String Orchestra Sz. 113\, BB. 118 (1939) \nTHE ARTISTS\nBlayne Bar nes\, Sunmi Chang\, Pala Garcia\, James Garlick\, Kristin Lee\, Vanessa Mo ss\, violin • David Auerbach\, Alexander Grimes\, Katie Liu\, viola • Efe Baltacigil\, Christine Lee\, Holly Reeves\, cello • Will Langlie-Mil etich\, double bass LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T180825Z LOCATION:Kenneth J. Minnaert Center Main Stage\, 2011 Mottman Rd. SW\, Oly mpia\, WA\, 98512\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/emerald-city-music-presents-rha psodic-musings-2026-10-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fuck I.C.E. — A Mutual Aid Benefit Show DTSTART:20261018T030000Z DTEND:20261018T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:6a5fdcc0-a325-4e55-a258-88ff8cedc68e CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A mutual aid benefit show to support families affected by ICE in the Chehalis/Centralia area. \n\nKick Fu Squad + MORE TBD LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-17-fuck-i-c-e-a-mutual-aid -benefit-show?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia- wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lewis County Model Railroad Train Show DTSTART:20261018T170000Z DTEND:20261018T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:37lb78mkuh7qtq5aukrk22mpo4@google.com CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:Table for the event\, please contact Ted at:tedstrains@lewisco unty.com360.985.7788 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:1909 S Gold St\, Centralia\, WA 98531\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DECAY Volunteer Work Party DTSTART:20261018T190000Z DTEND:20261018T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:8f601f7d-c898-4b77-a538-d63d781fb31c CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-18-decay-volunteer-work-pa rty?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Solvent Free\, Non Toxic Oil Painting DTSTART:20261018T210000Z DTEND:20261018T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T062608Z UID:34680-1792332000-1792339200@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:Josie will give a brief introduction on her experience with so lvent free oil painting. Each class member will be able to create a unique painting\, based on a common class theme. Josie will give a brief explana tion on Shape\, Value\, Temperature\, Hue\, Chroma\, and Light\, the princ iples in painting\, and demonstrate how to paint a sketch of the still lif e then block in with color (our painting process). If this sounds academic \, don’t worry\, it will be fun and accessible.  \nJosie Walker has bee n painting exclusively in oils since 2023 and has made numerous pieces\,  including landscapes\, portraits\, pet portraits\, and unique commissione d pieces in various sizes. Though she doesn’t have a physical body of wo rk\, as all of her pieces to date have been gifted or sold\, many of her p aintings are available to view on Instagram at @josie.daisy93.  \nIf you have materials of your own\, feel free to bring them. Materials that will be provided include one canvas per person\, a bulk pack of student grade p aint brushes\, large tubes of paint\, and linseed oil.  \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T062608Z LOCATION:Olympia Food Co-op – Downtown Community Classroom\, 610 Columbi a Street SW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/introduction-to-solvent-free-non-toxic- oil-painting-5/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympi a-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Visit Seattle: Seattle Tourism Ambassador Program DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261020 DTSTAMP:20260815T053947Z UID:349684-1792368000-1792454399@wahospitality.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:*** Third Party Event ***\nThe Seattle Tourism Ambassador cert ification teaches best practices to front-line employees and volunteers an d ensures that they understand their role in increasing tourism.\nThe obje ctive of our Seattle Certified Tourism Ambassador Program is to foster a d estination-wide culture of quality service\, encouraging repeat business a nd turning visitors into advocates. \nBy becoming a credentialed Certifie d Tourism Ambassador™\, hospitality employees\, volunteers\, and communi ty members will have the resources and training necessary to create a more memorable visitor experience. \nThe curriculum consists of reading assign ments\, a half-day classroom session\, and an open-book exam. Upon success ful completion\, participants will earn the Certified Tourism Ambassador ™ designation and receive an industry-recognized professional credentia l and accompanying initials that can be used behind the person’s name to denote their commitment as a Certified Tourism Ambassador™ (e.g.\, Jim Smith\, CTA). The CTA logo may also be used on your organization’s webs ite and business cards/communications with approval. Annual renewal of certification is necessary to maintain your designation. \nAs a licensed A ccredited Provider\, Visit Seattle presents the official CTA designation o n behalf of the Tourism Ambassador Institute®\, the oversight body for th e certification program. \nThere is a one-time\, non-refundable\, non-tran sferrable enrollment fee of $45 per person and an annual renewal fee of $3 5 (discounted to $25 for early renewals). \nCertification enrollment is op en to anyone who is directly or indirectly involved in the tourism ind ustry or in serving locals and visitors (leisure travelers\, business travelers\, spectators\, attendees\, etc.). This includes but is not limit ed to people who represent: \n\nAirports\nAttractions & Activities (muse um\, cultural\, gaming\, sports\, etc.)\nCity/County/State Government (m ayors\, city council\, police)\nConvention Centers / Event Centers\nDownto wn Merchants\nEducation (universities\, community colleges\, high school s)\nHospitals (information desk\; patient services)\nHotel / Lodging ( hotel/motel\, Airbnb\, B&B\, RV park\, etc.)\nRealtors\nRestaurants (ups cale\, café\, etc.)\nLounges / Nightlife\nShopping / Retail (malls\, dist ricts\, etc.)\nFacilities / Arenas (sporting events\, festivals\, etc.)\nT ransportation (shuttle\, cab\, rideshare\, public transit\, etc.)\nTourism Entities (DMO\, CVB\, Chamber\, etc.)\nWorkforce Development\nEconomic Development\nResidents / Volunteers\n\nTo register or learn more: Seattle Certified Tourism Ambassador Program – Visit Seattle LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053947Z URL:https://wahospitality.org/event/visit-seattle-seattle-tourism-ambassad or-program-2-2-8/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olym pia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Washington Hospitality Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://wahospitality.org/blog/event/olympia-government-affai rs-regional-meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Birds and Brew DTSTART:20261019T233000Z DTEND:20261020T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070233Z UID:event_316432135@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:South Sound Birders\nJoin Craig and Vickie Merkel for a gather ing of bird lovers to discuss all things avian. Please note the winter loc ation: Equal Latin Restaurant - 2752 Pacific Ave SE in Olympia\n\nThis is open to Black Hills members and non-members alike. Although it starts at 4 :30 pm\, it is a drop-in anytime event.\n\nPlease check our website prior to attending just in case . . . LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070233Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/south-sound-birders/events/316432135/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:South Sound Birders END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CASCADIA WRITERS - Focused Writing Session (online) DTSTART:20261019T234000Z DTEND:20261020T014000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T063302Z UID:event_sctbbvyjcnbzb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Cascadia Writers\n[Dues $60/year] **Struggling to establish a regular writing practice?** Join Cascadia Writers for a FOCUSED WRITING SE SSION online via Zoom. Write whatever you like. There are no readings or c ritiques at these sessions. Just camaraderie and support of fellow writers . Group operating rules are listed under "About" and [www.CascadiaWriters. com/rules](www.CascadiaWriters.com/rules).\n\n**When you join Cascadia Wri ters\, annual dues are just $60/year after the 2-week FREE TRIAL PERIOD**. Camaraderie and support for less than the cost of a monthly latte. If you are trying to establish a more consistent writing practice\, give us a tr y. Join/RSVP via MeetUp (required).\n\n* **by 4:40PM**ish **\\- Enter meet ing\,** check mic/cam\, prepare to write\n* **4:45PM - INTRODUCTIONS:** Ro und-robin opportunity to introduce yourself to your fellow writers\, you c an mention what you are working on or what your goal is for today's sessio n\, or whatever you wish to share. Or say\, "PASS" if you prefer.\n* **5:0 0PM - TIMER STARTS:** Mics are muted\; WE WRITE FOR 1 HOUR\n* **6:00PM - T IMER ENDS:** Congratulations! Round-robin opportunity to share how the wri ting session went for you\, then see you next time!\n* **COST: FREE FOR ME MBERS**\n\nWe try hard to stick to agendas. When we have many writers in a ttendance\, we may need to shorten our individual introductions so that ea ch writer may have a chance to say hello. When we have fewer writers\, we may not require the entire 15 minutes for introductions and so you can cha t as you please until the writing timer starts promptly at 5:00PM or begin writing a few minutes early\, if you like. At 5PM\, cams/mics are muted s o all may write in peace.\n\n**Not sure what to write?** No problem! Write your author bio if you don’t already have one\, use a writing prompt\, create a backstory for a stranger\, or try journaling or free writing your thoughts.\n\nJoin/RSVP via MeetUp (required)\n\n**LATE ARRIVALS:** If you enter the Zoom meeting after our writing timer has started at 5:00PM\, pl ease continue writing on your own until 6:00PM\, then we'll unmute and con tinue with our final round-robin & discussion before signing-off.\n\n**NEE D TO LEAVE EARLY?** No problem. We understand and look forward to seeing y ou at our next writing session.\n\n**Technology glitches/power outages hap pen.** If this occurs\, continue writing! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T063302Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cascadiawriters/events/sctbbvyjcnbzb/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Cascadia Writers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia Improvisers Orchestra DTSTART:20261020T020000Z DTEND:20261020T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:008b5abf-b8c7-47c2-ae2b-469b278695d0 CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:MUSICIANS OF ALL LEVELS ARE INVITED TO BRING YOUR INSTRUMENT A ND INVENT MUSIC ON THE SPOT TOGETHER AS A GROUP LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-19-olympia-improvisers-orc hestra?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261020T170000Z DTEND:20261020T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T000810Z UID:1312@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T000810Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-15-2026 -10-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Draw DTSTART:20261020T210000Z DTEND:20261021T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:fbe60adc-771b-4f87-9e81-e39a82dda7ff CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Hang out and draw\nTuesdays 2-5pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-20-open-draw-2?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lewis County Rodeo Committee Meeting DTSTART:20261021T003000Z DTEND:20261021T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T025224Z UID:730bsodp6e7ohr4m5h2779m4se@google.com CATEGORIES:civic LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T025224Z X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Movie Club DTSTART:20261021T020000Z DTEND:20261021T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:ac6b3e40-ca95-4e72-acb4-cf9d96341e1a CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Night Movie Club LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-20-movie-club?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Be the Light Meditations to Create a Better Future DTSTART:20261021T160000Z DTEND:20261021T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054000Z UID:event_jdjsztyjcnbcc@meetup.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts\n Join our zoom Meditation every Wednesday morning at 9am pst to find your i nner alignment and sense of peace and purpose. Themes are discussed and th en we drop into a profound meditation experience.\n\nThe Theme we are work ing with or this Quarter is "Quantum Future Envisioning Circles" It is tim e to dream up a brighter future together.\n\nmessage Jan for the link Plea se.\nYou can stay on or off camera\, though at the end we have community d iscussion off camera. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054000Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/meditation-with-sound-bath-harmonic-attunement/ events/jdjsztyjcnbcc/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HHI Trust: Coverage That Works as Hard as Your Team DTSTART:20261021T170000Z DTEND:20261021T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T005932Z UID:353304-1792576800-1792580400@wahospitality.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join speaker\, Tatiana Schnadenberg\, for a quick and insightf ul webinar that delves into the unique benefits of the Hospitality Health Insurance Trust. \nWe’ll explore how HHI offers comprehensive and compet itive health insurance solutions tailored to the hospitality industry and provides enhanced support\, flexibility and cost-effectiveness. \nWe will discuss key advantages\, including improved employee satisfaction\, access to a broader range of services\, and the ability to customize benefit pac kages to meet your team’s specific needs. We will go over which benefits are available to part-time employees\, as well. \nDon’t miss this oppor tunity to discover how partnering with HHI can elevate your organization a nd help you retain your top performers! \nSpeaker Bio: \nTatiana Schnadenb erg is an Account Manager in her fourth year at Total Benefit Solutions\, specializing in the Hospitality Health Insurance Trust program. With hands -on experience in group health benefits\, broker relations\, and renewal s trategy\, she brings a practical and knowledgeable perspective to every co nversation. Tatiana works closely with carriers & partners. She also works with brokers\, helping organizations navigate their benefit options and f ind solutions that work for their teams. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T005932Z URL:https://wahospitality.org/event/beyond-the-day-to-day-2/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Washington Hospitality Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://wahospitality.org/blog/event/olympia-government-affai rs-regional-meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261021T173000Z DTEND:20261021T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T002040Z UID:1474@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T002040Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-21/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sleight of hand 101 DTSTART:20261021T220000Z DTEND:20261022T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:2540f1a8-9e51-41dd-ad9f-a79edd358cce CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Sleight of Hand Workshop\nA hands-on introduction to the funda mentals of sleight of hand\, designed for 12–20 participants.\nI’ll pr ovide the basic tools for the workshop\, including playing cards and coins . I’ll begin with a short sleight-of-hand performance to introduce the i deas behind the techniques\, followed by instruction and demonstrations. P articipants will pair up to practice with each other\, and toward the end of the workshop\, each pair will have the opportunity to come before the c lass and demonstrate what they’ve learned. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-21-sleight-of-hand-101?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Qigong for de-stressing and letting go DTSTART:20261022T010000Z DTEND:20261022T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T062358Z UID:34691-1792605600-1792609200@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Learn simple practices to de-stress and align with nature’s autumn impulse to let go and return to your deeper values. Practices inclu de self-healing massage (An Mo Gong)\, acupressure\, and simple Qigong mov ements and meditations that align with the descending Qi of this time of t he year\, reset your nervous system\, gently strengthen your core\, align your spine\, and calm and brighten your mind in this all-levels class. Unw ind\, have fun\, and learn simple ways to let go of the unnecessary and cr eate more space for what truly matters to you. \nOn this land of the Steh- Chass nation\, Rae Diamond teaches practices from various Qigong tradition s\, dao yin (cleansing\, stretching\, and strengthening practices)\, and N eigong meditation techniques\, influenced by their studies with master\, D r. Bingkun Hu\, a disciple of legendary Dayan Qigong grandmaster\, Yang Me i Jun. Rae offers a rare combination of intricate attention to physical al ignment\, fascial optimization\, mechanics of movement\, breath\, Qi flow\ , movements of Yin and Yang\, and seasonal influences to their students. T heir approach is informed by Classical Chinese medicine studies with Neiji ng scholar\, Dr. Edward Neal\, and decades of practice and study of Qigong \, Yoga\, Reiki\, Wu Xing (5 phases/elements)\, Yin-Yang\, meditation\, as trology\, numerology\, and shamanic techniques. rae13diamond.com/qigong \n REGISTER NOW LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T062358Z LOCATION:Olympia Food Co-op Downtown Classroom\, 610 Columbia St SW\, Olym pia\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/qigong-for-de-stressing-and-letting-go/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Queer Figure Drawing DTSTART:20261022T020000Z DTEND:20261022T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:6cd2f2eb-207c-4138-a58f-dbae6600d695 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Monthly queer figure drawing! For LGBTQ artists of ALL skill l evels. $5-25 suggested donation\, goes towards paying models. Bring your o wn art supplies. 18+\, masks required. Event 7-9 but set up at 6:30. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-21-queer-figure-drawing?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261022T170000Z DTEND:20261022T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T001829Z UID:1313@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001829Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-20-2026 -10-22/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Concert Closet DTSTART:20261023T000000Z DTEND:20261023T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T001951Z UID:10003406-1792688400-1792693800@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nAre you a music student with a concert coming up? We’ve got you covered! \nThe Washington Center’s Concert Closet i s a fun and friendly day for music students in grades 4-12 to get ready fo r their next band\, orchestra\, or choir concert. Browse racks of donated new and gently-loved concert attire – black pants\, skirts\, dress shirt s\, and more – all free to take home and make your own. \nWhether you’ re just starting out\, outgrowing last year’s look\, or just want someth ing fresh for your next performance\, come find your perfect fit. Every st udent deserves to feel confident when they step on stage! \nDonations of g ently used or new concert clothing are welcome. Clothing can be dropped of f at the following locations before October 15: \nWashington Center: M-F 9 :00-5:00 or at any ticketed event \nR.L. Ray Violin Shop: Tu-F 12:00-6:00\ , Sat 10:00-5:00  \nOlympia Arts & Wellness Building: starting September 16: M-F 4:00-9:00\, Sat 9:00-12:00 \nItems needed: \n\nBlack pants and s kirts\nBlack or white dress shirts and blouses\nBlack belts\, ties\, and o ther accessories\nNEW black socks and tights\n\n  \nClick here for more i nfo on directions to the Washington Center in Olympia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T001951Z LOCATION:Washington Center Black Box Theater\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Oly mpia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/concert-closet/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GEM Bicycle Class - Gender Equality Mechanics DTSTART:20261023T000000Z DTEND:20261023T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T122659Z UID:34732-1792688400-1792699200@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join Walk N Roll for an ABC Quick Check class\, where you’ll learn how to perform a 5 minute safety check before going out to ride you r bike. We will cover how to assess the air in your tires\, and the condit ion of your brakes and drivetrain. We will make small adjustments to our b ikes during this event\, but please leave major repairs for another event! \nPlease sign up for this event if you find that your gender is underrepr esented in cycling! Women\, trans folks\, girls\, gender-non-conforming\, 2-spirit\, and femmes are welcome! If you do not fall into these identitie s\, please consider attending another class. Walk and Roll’s calendar of classes: https://www.intercitytransit.com/services/walknroll/calendar \nS arah is the Bicycle Mechanic Educator at Walk N Roll. She loves to bike an d share her knowledge with others. She is super excited to help you get mo re familiar with your bike!  \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T122659Z LOCATION:Walk and Roll Bike Shop at the Olympia Transit Center\, 2955 Mart in Way\, Suite 101\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/gem-bicycle-class-gender-equality-mecha nics-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NO_TAPE DTSTART:20261023T023000Z DTEND:20261023T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:2f246ba0-836a-4521-a7fc-7b035f848fe0 CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:video audio tech skillshare LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-22-no-tape?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261023T173000Z DTEND:20261023T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T000820Z UID:1475@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T000820Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-23/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AUTUMN OF LUDD: The IRL Spaces Tour DTSTART:20261024T020000Z DTEND:20261024T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:0327af57-b482-4a63-908e-fe86c936da06 CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:“The Summer of Ludd: 8 days\, 150 events\, Free lunch for 25 0 people a day\, no permits\, in a historic heatwave\, all organized witho ut social media! The festival had a plurality of events from radical puppe t theater\, to teach-ins on Data Center resistance\, to Jamborees and poet ry workshops. \nCome learn from Luddite organizers about how they put it o n\, and how the Luddite critique can help us make sense of the AI bubble\, alienation\, and the surveillance state. \nThe tour includes: organizing tactics for reclaiming public space\, structures for large-scale projects\ , digital security + organizing without relying on platforms\, dealing wit h journalists\, tactical playfulness\, and base-building for a popular mov ement against Big Tech. \nThey will also be grounding us in the historical Luddites\, textile workers who were against “machines harmful to common ality” at the turn of the industrial revolution. \nFREE PUBLIC PARTICIPA TORY! As we like to say in NYC The Event is the Medium!”\nAdditional inf o:N+1 piece on the movement: https://www.nplusonemag.com/online-only/onlin e-only/getting-off-with-the-luddites/\nWired on the Summer of Ludd: https: //www.wired.com/story/inside-the-luddite-festival-harnessing-gen-zs-rage-a gainst-big-tech/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-23-autumn-of-ludd-the-irl- spaces-tour?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:You Should Be Dancing Presents: A Tribute to the Bee Gees DTSTART:20261024T030000Z DTEND:20261024T051500Z DTSTAMP:20260807T001801Z UID:10003346-1792785600-1792793700@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:About the Show\n\n\n\n\n\nYou Should Be Dancing brings the tim eless music of the Bee Gees to life with an electrifying celebration of th eir greatest hits. From heartfelt ballads to iconic disco anthems\, plus s ongs written for Andy Gibb and other superstars\, this high-energy show wi ll have audiences singing and dancing all night long. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T001801Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/you-should-be-dancing-presents- a-tribute-to-the-bee-gees-2026-10-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=i cs&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Liberty Firearms & Blade Expo Show DTSTART:20261024T160000Z DTEND:20261025T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T025224Z UID:6p6jd8on6tu3ao5kihhn3932o6@google.com CATEGORIES:market LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T025224Z LOCATION:Blue Pavilion X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Birding at Capital Lake\, North Pool DTSTART:20261024T160000Z DTEND:20261024T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070233Z UID:event_316432057@meetup.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:South Sound Birders\nMeet at Marathon Park in Olympia at 9 AM and walk around the North Pool of Capitol Lake focusing on waterfowl. Plan around two hours for the walk.\n\nThere are restrooms at Marathon Park.\n \nTrip leader: Kyle Leader\n\nContact Kyle at [kchuckles11@yahoo.com](mail to:kchuckles11@yahoo.com) for more information.\n\nPhoto credit: American Wigeon\, by Rachel Holland. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070233Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/south-sound-birders/events/316432057/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:South Sound Birders END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Intro to Natural Cordage with Nettle ($35) DTSTART:20261024T170000Z DTEND:20261024T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054009Z UID:event_316108058@meetup.com CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings\nSpe nd the morning in the woods with us during this hands-on\, outdoor worksho p. You’ll learn how to identify\, harvest\, and prepare Stinging Nettle\ , a great local resource for natural cordage. Then you’ll use the revers e-wrap method to make and take home your very own nettle cord bracelet and /or stretch of cordage.\n\nNote - because cordage is pre-harvested and dri ed\, we will not be harvesting on site this day. Instead\, the instructors will bring everything you need for the project. We will work on our proje cts in the shelter\, and then do a quick walk through the woods to find an d identify stinging nettle in the field so you can keep practicing on your own after class!\n\nRegister on our website directly to avoid an extra me etup fee - https://www.firecraftnw.com/register/p/intro-to-natural-cordage -with-nettle-oct-24-10am-1230pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054009Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/firecraft-northwest-nature-bushcraft-and-surviv al-outings/events/316108058/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Caffeinated & Activated- Olympia Indivisible DTSTART:20261024T170000Z DTEND:20261024T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:10551385-a020-4e03-8faa-422a1ed6af29 CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Some weeks you want to take action. Some weeks you just need t o be around people who get it. Either way\, Caffeinated & Activated is her e — the Olympia Indivisible's weekly Saturday morning coffee meet-up.\n\ nIt's a low-pressure\, welcoming space to connect with others\, learn more about what OI is working on\, hear what's happening around the community\ , and simply be in the room with folks like you — whether you feel like listening\, talking\, or just being present. No RSVP needed\, just come wi th your coffee.\n\nWhen: Saturdays | Doors Open at 9:45\, Meeting Runs 10 –11 AM LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-24-caffeinated-activated-o lympia-indivisible?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Farm Stand DTSTART:20261024T180000Z DTEND:20261024T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T001811Z UID:1633@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:food,market LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T001811Z LOCATION:Lacey Farm Stand\, 7027 Martin Way E\, Olympia\, Washington\, 985 16\, United States URL:https://tcfb.org/events/farm-stand-13/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med ium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OlyLAB Blender Cohort DTSTART:20261024T190000Z DTEND:20261024T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:966e3988-7541-4a28-8c2b-6678eca0414e CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Olympia Learning and Arts in Blender (OlyLAB) is a 3D art coho rt of beginners learning the fundamentals of Blender with CGCookie courses /tutorials\, mini-challenges\, challenges\, games\, and competitions toget her.\n\nEach individual pays for a significantly discounted CG Cookie subs cription to follow along with our curriculum. Join the discord to learn ho w to become part of the cohort and community!\nhttps://discord.gg/QveKzFeH f6 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-24-olylab-blender-cohort?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Basketry Workshop - Intro to Twining with Brambles ($45) DTSTART:20261024T190000Z DTEND:20261024T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054009Z UID:event_316108082@meetup.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings\nDur ing this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn the basics of making baskets w ith natural materials using the “twining” technique. We’ll talk abou t which “brambles” we have in our area that are great for this style o f basketry as well as how to harvest and prepare materials.\nThen\, we’l l prepare our bramble - English Ivy - by splitting the stems and discuss o ther preparation processes. As a group\, we’ll each make our own twined basket learning how to start\, weave\, and finish. All experience levels w elcome and all materials included.\n\n**Accessibility and other notes:**\n \n* Flush toilets and drinking water available\n* Free parking available o nsite\; handicapped parking and elevator available\n* We will be seated fo r the duration of the class\, feel free to bring a seat pad if you’d lik e for extra cushion\n* This skill uses fine motor skills and repetitive mo tions that may be difficult for those with arthritis or other joint pain/s tiffness\n\nRegister on Meetup or directly on our website to avoid the Mee tup fee - https://www.firecraftnw.com/classes/basketry-workshop-intro-to-t wining-with-brambles-oct-2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054009Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/firecraft-northwest-nature-bushcraft-and-surviv al-outings/events/316108082/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pumpkin Carving at the Park DTSTART:20261024T190000Z DTEND:20261024T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T123725Z UID:event_316143470@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nLet's get ready for Halloween and do some pumpkin carving at Tumwater Historical Park!\n\nPlease BYOP (brin g your own pumpkin) that has already hollowed out aka pumpkins need to be "gutted" at home so we don't make a big mess at the park.\n\nI'll bring th e carving tools that I have at home and a book of patterns\, for anyone fe eling brave and creative :) Please also bring any supplies you have!\n\nNo te: This event is at the park near the old brewery - [Tumwater Historical Park](https://www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/Faci lityDirectory/26/479) - **not** the park where we just had our board games afternoon. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T123725Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/316143470/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Helping your garden allies and other fall chores DTSTART:20261024T200000Z DTEND:20261024T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T002346Z UID:34703-1792846800-1792854000@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify beneficial bugs in the garden\, and how to tell them from pests. Learn how to include making suitable habitat for them into your fall cleanup and preparing your beds for winter. \nJennifer n Falknor has been organically gardening\, farming and landscaping for nea rly seven decades. She delights in sharing her vast knowledge with others. \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T002346Z LOCATION:Olympia Food Co-op Downtown Classroom\, 610 Columbia St SW\, Olym pia\, 98501\, United States URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/helping-your-garden-allies-and-other-fa ll-chores-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-w a X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How To Steem DTSTART:20261024T210000Z DTEND:20261024T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T054001Z UID:event_xvmsnpyjcnbgc@meetup.com CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Olympia Steem Meetup\n• What we'll do\nWe will discuss the b asics of Steem\, a blockchain publishing platform with a built-in reward s ystem. Members and visitors can share their current projects (on-Steem or not).\n\n• Important to know\nThe venue is a cafe that shares a building with a recreational cannabis store. The cafe is the door on the left\, an d it is open to all ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T054001Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-steem-meetup/events/xvmsnpyjcnbgc/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Steem Meetup END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women Who Step Up\, Not Aside with Trillium-239 DTSTART:20261024T210000Z DTEND:20261024T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T001726Z UID:10008052-1792850400-1792855800@olyarts.org CATEGORIES:literary,music DESCRIPTION:In this event—part music performance and part talk—acousti c music trio Trillium-239 shares songs and stories of trail-breaking women like Marie Curie\, Harriet Tubman\, Malala Yousafzai\, Annie Oakley\, and others. What drove them to step out of their expected roles to forge more difficult paths\, knowing they’d face many challenges and barriers? Wha t can we learn from them?\n\nWith their voices\, hands\, pens\, and guns\, they persisted—and we’ll examine the lives and motivations of these f ascinating women and celebrate them in song.\n\nThis program is supported as part of the Humanities WA Speakers Bureau.\n\nSpeaker Bio:\n\nTrillium- 239 is an acoustic music trio. Michelle Cameron\, a nuclear chemist who wo rks at a power plant\, plays cello\; Janet Humphrey\, a cyber engineer\, p lays guitar\; and Mary Hartman\, a retired environmental scientist\, plays guitar and banjo. Mary and Janet also write some of the trio’s songs.\n \nFind out more:\n\nhttps://trillium239.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/tri llium239/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T001726Z LOCATION:Lacey Timberland Library\, 500 College St SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503 \, United States URL:https://olyarts.org/event/women-who-step-up-not-aside-with-trillium-23 9/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:OLY ARTS X-SOURCE-URL:https://olyarts.org/calendar/category/music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Mask Distro! DTSTART:20261024T230000Z DTEND:20261025T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:16176283-2d8d-4cb6-b77e-5deebc9b63c9 CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:4-6 PM. Stop by and get free high quality respirators! Bring m asks that didn’t work out to trade in\, or bring used masks to be recycl ed! (no cloth masks). Masks required to be worn in the space during distro . LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-24-free-mask-distro?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Onalaska Sports Foundation Dinner & Auction "Raise the Axe" DTSTART:20261025T003000Z DTEND:20261025T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T025224Z UID:3vbdqg4epvecr22ptl51d36cgd@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Facebook LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T025224Z LOCATION:Community Events Building X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Over the Garden Wall + Potluck DTSTART:20261025T010000Z DTEND:20261025T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:4c19ce96-6a29-4dc3-b176-6f93a04a78b2 CATEGORIES:film,food DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 5 **MASKS REQUIRED UNTIL 6PM** \n\nCostumes enco uraged!\n\nBring in your favorite comfort foods to share\, and watch the e ntirety of Over the Garden Wall. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-24-soup-faire?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Liberty Firearms & Blade Expo Show DTSTART:20261025T160000Z DTEND:20261025T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T025224Z UID:0fd6vo3d6i1vl85ltsgj3eoun3@google.com CATEGORIES:market LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T025224Z LOCATION:Blue Pavilion X-SOURCE-NAME:swwfairgrounds@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://southwestwashingtonfairgrounds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Feminist Bird Club South Sound Outing (all genders/skill levels we lcome) (FREE) DTSTART:20261025T170000Z DTEND:20261025T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T073633Z UID:event_315892120@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings\nJoi n naturalists from Firecraft Northwest and other co-organizers of the Femi nist Bird Club South Sound chapter for a morning of birds!\nWe’ll meet a t Sequalitchew Creek Trail in DuPont\, a diversified habitat of forest\, c reekside\, and the banks for the Sound - the perfect place for a variety o f birds! We’ll do a slow meander to see what birds we can see and hear. All skill levels welcome\; binoculars available to borrow. This outing is free\, but rsvp is required.\n\n**About Feminist Bird Club**\nThis is a lo cal chapter of the national [Feminist Bird Club organization](https://www. feministbirdclub.org/). The Feminist Bird Club (FBC) is dedicated to promo ting inclusivity in birding while providing a safe opportunity for members of the LGBTQIA+ community\, BIPOC\, and women to connect with the natural world. FBC’s goal is two-fold: Make birding and the outdoors inclusive and affirming to people who may not have safe access to it\, and leverage people’s passion for the environment and social justice to help create l asting social change. More simply put: There is no reason why we can’t c elebrate birds and support our most cherished beliefs in equity and justic e at the same time. For us\, it’s not either/or. [Learn more about FBC p rinciples](https://www.feministbirdclub.org/principles).\n\n**Accessibilit y and other notes:**\n\n* No parking pass is required\; the parking lot is shared with DuPont City Hall and Police Department\n* There is one vault toilet at the parking lot\n* We will do a slow walk on a flat trail\, poss ibly covering up to three miles\; [learn more about the trail here](https: //www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/dupont-sequalitchew-creek)\n* All skill leve ls are welcome\; binoculars available to borrow for the morning\n* Options to do slower walk/return to parking lot as needed LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T073633Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/firecraft-northwest-nature-bushcraft-and-surviv al-outings/events/315892120/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Firecraft Northwest Nature Bushcraft and Survival Outings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Savory Irish Classics for Halloween DTSTART:20261025T200000Z DTEND:20261025T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T060235Z UID:34546-1792933200-1792944000@olympiafood.coop CATEGORIES:food,holiday DESCRIPTION:While many cultures worldwide hold celebrations noting the vei l between the living and the dead\, the Irish invented Halloween. If you a re looking for some new unique recipes to share with family and friends fo r this year’s celebration\, join us for a bit of craic (Irish for fun – pronounced as crack) as we prepare three classic Irish Halloween mains tays — Carrot Soup\, Colcannon\, and Apple Cake. During this hands-on co oking class\, instructors will share details about Irish Halloween traditi ons and trivia. We also will play spooky music to set the mood.  All dish es will be suitable for vegetarians.  Recipes will include butter\, dairy and eggs.  \nYour instructors include Jessie Twineham and Laurie Weidner .  Jessie went to grad school in Ireland and lived there for nearly eight years. The recipes you will learn are those she prepared for friends on H alloween while living abroad. Laurie has taught a variety of courses over the last few years for the CoOp including two focusing on Irish cuisine. S he was raised by her grandmother\, who migrated from Ireland. Her past CoO p classes have included her grandmother’s recipes.  \nREGISTER HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T060235Z LOCATION:GRuB Farmhouse\, 2016 Elliott Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502 URL:https://olympiafood.coop/event/savory-irish-classics-for-halloween/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Food Co-op X-SOURCE-URL:https://olympiafood.coop/inside-the-store/specials END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Circuit Bending Workshop DTSTART:20261025T220000Z DTEND:20261026T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:01d0f0ca-7681-44bd-8d92-216079905d5b CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Open meetup for electronics\, soldering\, and circuit bending toys. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-25-circuit-bending-worksho p?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Louise Harrison Presents: Liverpool Legends: The Complete Beatles Experience! DTSTART:20261026T020000Z DTEND:20261026T041500Z DTSTAMP:20260813T002747Z UID:10003382-1792954800-1792962900@www.washingtoncenter.org CATEGORIES:music,theater DESCRIPTION:About the Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLiverpool Legends are four world-c lass musicians and actors\, personally curated by the late Louise Harrison \, sister of George Harrison\, to honor her brother’s legacy and faithfu lly recreate the band that changed the world forever. This Grammy-nominate d show features video narration by Louise Harrison and traces the musical evolution of The Beatles\, from their early chart-topping hits through the ir groundbreaking psychedelic and studio years. Liverpool Legends have per formed around the world\, appearing at iconic venues including The Cavern Club in Liverpool\, Carnegie Hall\, the Rose Bowl\, and Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City. With note-perfect vocals\, authentic costumes\, vintage i nstruments\, and stunning multimedia\, Liverpool Legends deliver more than a concert – they create a complete Beatles experience. Liverpool Legend s bring the sound\, look\, and spirit of The Beatles to life live on stage . Don’t miss Liverpool Legends – “The Complete Beatles Experience! ” LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T002747Z LOCATION:Washington Center Main Stage\, 512 Washington St. SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/louise-harrison-presents-liverp ool-legends-the-complete-beatles-experience-2026-10-25/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:The Washington Center for the Performing Arts X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.washingtoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261026T173000Z DTEND:20261026T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T061704Z UID:1476@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T061704Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-26/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Secular Men's Support Group DTSTART:20261027T020000Z DTEND:20261027T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:de2a81a6-390c-413b-829e-2cd3be471618 CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-18-secular-men-s-support-g roup?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261027T170000Z DTEND:20261027T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002208Z UID:1314@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002208Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-22-2026 -10-27/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Draw DTSTART:20261027T210000Z DTEND:20261028T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:4704fffc-18e8-4237-94ab-0e86b208edc3 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Hang out and draw\nTuesdays 2-5pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-27-open-draw-2?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Movie Club DTSTART:20261028T020000Z DTEND:20261028T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:2228c241-b6a0-42c3-8416-0f65969048f8 CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Night Movie Club LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-27-movie-club?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Be the Light Meditations to Create a Better Future DTSTART:20261028T160000Z DTEND:20261028T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070213Z UID:event_jdjsztyjcnblc@meetup.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts\n Join our zoom Meditation every Wednesday morning at 9am pst to find your i nner alignment and sense of peace and purpose. Themes are discussed and th en we drop into a profound meditation experience.\n\nThe Theme we are work ing with or this Quarter is "Quantum Future Envisioning Circles" It is tim e to dream up a brighter future together.\n\nmessage Jan for the link Plea se.\nYou can stay on or off camera\, though at the end we have community d iscussion off camera. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070213Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/meditation-with-sound-bath-harmonic-attunement/ events/jdjsztyjcnblc/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Be the Light with Jan Jorgensen at Sound + Light Heaing Arts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261028T173000Z DTEND:20261028T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T002345Z UID:1477@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T002345Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-28/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 5–6:30pm DTSTART:20261028T230000Z DTEND:20261029T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T001943Z UID:1656@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T001943Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-5-630pm-2025-01-22-2025-02-26-2025-03-26 -2025-04-23-2025-05-28-2025-06-25-2025-07-23-2025-08-27-2025-09-24-2025-10 -22-2025-11-26-2025-12-24-2026-01-28-2026-02-25-2026-03-25-2026-04-23-2026 -10-28/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HDBG presents: HOT SHARK BAD GIRL - FAT CLOTHING SWAP DTSTART:20261029T000000Z DTEND:20261029T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:b41d97e5-7140-47ae-ae7e-43eb0d5aed10 CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:Plus Size clothing swap more info TBD LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-28-hdbg-presents-hot-shark -bad-girl-fat-clothing-swap?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lacey 10am–2pm DTSTART:20261029T170000Z DTEND:20261029T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T001640Z UID:1315@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T001640Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/ZoHwc6NTBtsN5cpk9 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/lacey-10am-2pm-2026-01-01-2026-01-06-2026-01-0 8-2026-01-13-2026-01-15-2026-01-20-2026-01-22-2026-01-27-2026-01-29-2026-0 2-03-2026-02-05-2026-02-10-2026-02-12-2026-02-17-2026-02-19-2026-0-27-2026 -10-29/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holiday-Whodunit Book Club: Chapters 4 - 6 DTSTART:20261030T000000Z DTEND:20261030T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T065355Z UID:event_316592025@meetup.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nFor any mystery\, whodunit fans w ho also love the holidays... this book club is for you!\n\nOur book will b e\, "A Christmas Party" by Georgette Heyer and for this gathering\, we'll be discussing **Chapters 4 - 6**. Also\, just for some added fun\, each ga thering we'll cast a vote on who we think the killer is. At the last gathe ring (once we've completed the book) whoever had the most correct guesses all along will win a prize! And we're doing this on the honor system\, so no skipping to the last chapter to get the deets!\n\n**To purchase the boo k\, [click here](https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Party-Seasonal-Mystery-E nvious/dp/1492644706/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JIOVKLVPZYPV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.6vAPLe 12gnOFhHV2f28o4nwiQvqUU0TyJfjFh1Ytwc97PKDVc-dtOmTI_DXVKnXzgZGgOCd7CPpOZdaT 0BpJV8NZynMDlxJoUjAre18_nCbYjvGd-ovB3LYTn8trs8qPxEK8oFSztofra0CYdS9megQH7I cI_OQjFbhRRqS6bLKBCYVsu481Dn4Vn9C-tXZ6DQW9gmwmGJ750CNMlpRDq5mTQlC9o2T0aFJP rII-hxQ.s37ny1-ynQuwv0hjv_WRVdv3YTGqG6iRQbsfaEcJbvo&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+ christmas+party+georgette+heyer&qid=1789614652&sprefix=a+christmas+party\, aps\,182&sr=8-1):**\nPaperback $9.99\nKindle $9.49\nKindle Unlimited is Fr ee!\n\n**About the Restaurant:**\nHappy Hour ends at 5pm\, so if you want to arrive a few mins early to grab the specials... please do!\n\nhttps://w ww.coffeepubnw.com/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T065355Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/316592025/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NO_TAPE DTSTART:20261030T023000Z DTEND:20261030T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:72cc314a-bb23-4aa4-b932-fd11c80f3122 CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:video audio tech skillshare LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-29-no-tape?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olympia 10:30am–3pm DTSTART:20261030T173000Z DTEND:20261030T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000232Z UID:1478@tcfb.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Indoor grocery shopping LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000232Z LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/WMGcFiULnveJNgk76 URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2026-10-30/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia 10:30am X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcfb.org/events/olympia-1030am-3pm-2025-09-01 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TGIF @ Flaming Pig BBQ DTSTART:20261031T003000Z DTEND:20261031T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T123725Z UID:event_316144630@meetup.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nSummer may be over but BBQ never goes out of season!\n\nFlaming Pig (IMHO) is our best BBQ place in town an d the owner (Chad) is a super cool\, rock-a-billy dude who loves his smoke d meats as much as he loves hot rods lol\n\n[Menu](https://flamingpigbbq.n et/menu)\n\nOne important thing to mention\, the restaurant operates as "w hen we're out\, we're out" meaning they only make a certain amount of food per day. So if there's something you really have your eye on\, would sugg est placing an online order for pick-up at 5:30pm to lock it in. But then just stay and eat with the group :)\n\nPro-Tip: The ribs are usually the f irst thing to sell out! LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T123725Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/316144630/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FRY’D more artists TBD DTSTART:20261031T020000Z DTEND:20261031T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:b11e6769-c486-4b2a-978c-948229a48c4b CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:FRY'D plays anarchist country folk from Portland OR LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-30-fry-d-more-artists-tbd? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Caffeinated & Activated- Olympia Indivisible DTSTART:20261031T170000Z DTEND:20261031T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T061739Z UID:202915fe-ee1c-4717-b262-ae6956cd86ac CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Some weeks you want to take action. Some weeks you just need t o be around people who get it. Either way\, Caffeinated & Activated is her e — the Olympia Indivisible's weekly Saturday morning coffee meet-up.\n\ nIt's a low-pressure\, welcoming space to connect with others\, learn more about what OI is working on\, hear what's happening around the community\ , and simply be in the room with folks like you — whether you feel like listening\, talking\, or just being present. No RSVP needed\, just come wi th your coffee.\n\nWhen: Saturdays | Doors Open at 9:45\, Meeting Runs 10 –11 AM LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T061739Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-31-caffeinated-activated-o lympia-indivisible?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=oly mpia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OlyLAB Blender Cohort DTSTART:20261031T190000Z DTEND:20261031T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T053953Z UID:5a307f73-b895-474b-b977-4583a905c25d CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Olympia Learning and Arts in Blender (OlyLAB) is a 3D art coho rt of beginners learning the fundamentals of Blender with CGCookie courses /tutorials\, mini-challenges\, challenges\, games\, and competitions toget her.\n\nEach individual pays for a significantly discounted CG Cookie subs cription to follow along with our curriculum. Join the discord to learn ho w to become part of the cohort and community!\nhttps://discord.gg/QveKzFeH f6 LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T053953Z LOCATION:402 Washington St NE\, Olympia WA URL:https://staging.decay.events/events/2026-10-31-olylab-blender-cohort?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:DECAY X-SOURCE-URL:https://decay.events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Halloween Hike @ Mima Falls DTSTART:20261031T200000Z DTEND:20261031T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T005940Z UID:event_316461327@meetup.com CATEGORIES:holiday,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Olympia Singles Social Club\nForget what TLC said... let's go chasing waterfalls!\n\nThe Mima Falls Loop takes hikers through young plan tings\, lush forest\, and quiet wetlands in Olympia's Capitol State Forest . This is the perfect year-round waterfall hike for after work or weekends . Hike through a working forest and examine forestry practices up close.\n \n**Weather:**\nThis hike is dependent on weather conditions that day. But I'll be checking regularly prior to the hike and will update the event AS AP if we need to reschedule.\n\n**Distance:**\n5.5 miles R/T loop\n\n**Get ting Started:**\nWe'll meet at the Mima Falls trailhead parking lot and wa it for 15-minutes. At 1:15pm we'll hit the trail.\n\n**Getting to the Trai l Head:**\nFrom I-5 South: Take exit 95 and continue onto Maytown Road SW for 2.8 miles. Maytown Road becomes 128th Ave. Continue on it for 0.7 mile s to a 'T' intersection. Turn left onto Mima Road SW and continue for 1.3 miles. Turn right onto Bordeaux Road SW for 0.6 miles. Turn right onto Mar ksman Street SW. After 1 mile keep straight at the bend in the road. Follo w the gravel loop until you reach the parking lot and trailhead.\n\n**Trai l FAQs:**\nDiscovery Pass Required = Yes\nRestrooms Available = Not sure?\ nDog Friendly Trail = Yes\n\n**Discovery Pass Details:**\n$11.50 one day p ass - or - $50 annual pass\nAvailable for purchase [online](https://store. discoverpass.wa.gov/) or in-person at REI (there’s one at Capital Mall) LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T005940Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/olympia-singles-social-club/events/316461327/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Olympia Singles Social Club END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR