BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Olympia: free\, this weekend (Fri Sep 18 to Sun Sep 20\, Ameri ca/Los_Angeles). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscrib e rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https:/ /caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains inf ormation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/olympia-wa/this-weekend-free.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Olympia: free\, this weekend (Fri Sep 18 to Sun Sep 20\, Amer ica/Los_Angeles). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscri be rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https: //caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains in formation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Olympia · free · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Peak Health 5K Family Fun Walk and Run! DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T071431Z UID:10004005-1789808400-1789812000@summitpacificmedicalcenter.org CATEGORIES:free,sports DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to the Peak Wellness Family 5K F un Run & Walk at the Summit Pacific Peak Health Wellness Fair—a free com munity event happening on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026! This year’s th eme encourages participants that “every step matters”. \n🚨 IMPORTAN T: ONLINE REGISTRATION INFORMATION! 🚨 \nONLINE Registration preferred! Be sure to register ASAP—online registration opens in July and closes at 3:00 pm on Friday\, September 11th! THE FIRST 100 REGISTRATIONS BY 8/24/2 6 CAN CHOOSE THEIR SHIRT SIZE! \n🔹 REGISTER HERE \n  \nEvent Schedule \n📍 Check-In: 8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. (2nd Floor Entrance\, Summit Pac ific Wellness Center) \n*CHECK-IN CLOSES AT 8:45 A.M.\n🏃‍♂️ 5K St art Time: 9:00 a.m. \nAdditional Race Details \n👕 Free Event T-Shirt – The first 100 registered participants will receive a commemorative eve nt T-shirt.\n⏱️ Self-Timed Family Fun Run – Run\, walk\, stroll\, or roll at your own pace. A large digital race clock will be available so yo u can track your finish time.\n🏅 Finisher Medals for Everyone – Every participant will receive a commemorative finisher medal to celebrate taki ng the next step toward better health.\n🐾 Pets Welcome – Bring your l eash-trained\, people-friendly furry friend! After all\, Every Step Matter s—even a family walk with the dog.\n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring Your Crew – Form a team with your family\, friends\, coworkers\, neighbors\, stroller group\, walking club\, or running club. Everything is more fun t ogether!\n❤️ All Ages & Abilities Welcome – Whether you’re running \, walking\, pushing a stroller\, or cheering someone on\, this event is f or everyone.\n🌟 No Pressure. Just Participation. – This isn’t about finishing first—it’s about getting moving\, spending time together\, and celebrating healthy choices.\n🎪 The Fun Continues! – After the 5K \, stick around for the Peak Wellness Fair featuring family activities\, i nteractive booths\, free health resources\, and more. \n\n Race Map\n\nWe encourage you to spread the word and invite family\, friends\, and any at hletes in your life to join in on the fun. We look forward to seeing you t here! \nAfter the run\, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\, we invite you to br owse through our Peak Health Wellness Fair and see how every step matters in your day-to-day life. \nFor more information about Summit Pacific Medi cal Center and Summit Pacific Medical Foundation\, please visit:\n🌐 Hom e – Summit Pacific\n🌐 Foundation – Summit Pacific LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T071431Z LOCATION:Summit Pacific Wellness Center\, 610 East Main Street\, Elma\, WA \, 98541\, United States URL:https://summitpacificmedicalcenter.org/event/peak-health-5k-family-fun -walk-and-run-2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ol ympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Summit Pacific X-SOURCE-URL:https://summitpacificmedicalcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gardening with an edge: use and maintenance of garden tools – a free gardening workshop DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T001848Z UID:230782-1789808400-1789812000@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:education,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The discussion will focus on the basics of tools and care incl uding:\n• Top five garden tools\n• Cleaning and sharpening techniques\ nMeet at the Nisqually Shed. \nWe will be outside and sitting\, standing a nd walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwe ar accordingly. \nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair. \nNo advance registration required\, just show up. \nFree and open to all! \nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Pro gram. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gard ening/ \nDirections: 2420 Hogum Bay Rd. NE\, Lacey WA 98516\nClosed Loop P ark is located inside the Thurston County Waste and Recovery Center (WARC) at 2420 Hogum Bay Rd. NE\, Lacey WA 98516. Take Exit 111 off of I-5\, and travel north and turn right into the WARC entrance. Upon entering take th e first right into the garden/dog park parking lot. You’ll see a small s ign that says “Dog Park” at the entry to the parking lot. \nNote: If y ou miss the first right into the garden/dog park parking lot you will need to follow the road to the intersection before the toll booths. You’ll n eed to do a U-turn and return back to Hogum Bay Road to start the process again. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T001848Z LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demobnstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Rd. NE\, Lacey\, 98516\, United States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/gardening-with-an-edge-use-and-main tenance-of-garden-tools-a-free-gardening-workshop-2/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Paint Recycling Event DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T065814Z UID:3qok53bs78au3oro4klgqk6hol@google.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Accepted: House paint\, stains\, and varnishes. \nUnlimited a mounts. 5 gallon or smaller containers. \nNot Accepted: Spray paint\, thi nners\, solvents\, roof patch or adhesives. \n\nRegister at: circular.eco /lewisco26 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065814Z LOCATION:Southwest Washington Fairgrounds - Blue Pavilion Parking Lot - 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:OMB 26th Annual Tour of Homes DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T182432Z UID:241682-1789812000-1789833600@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:The 26th Annual Tour of Homes\nSat and Sun\, September 19th an d 20th\n10:00am-4:00pm daily\nFREE ADMISSION (scattered site event) \nThe Tour of Homes is a free community event that showcases the finest craftsma nship throughout our region. Step inside stunning homes\, experience the l atest in design\, and connect with the expert builders and remodelers who bring it all to life. \nThe week of the event\, we will release our “Tou r of Homes Guide”\, complete with project addresses and directions\, det ails of each home\, and a map to help guide you along the way. The Tour Gu ide will be available online\, and we will also have printed copies availa ble to pick up at our Main and Silver sponsor locations. \nVisit omb.org f or more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T182432Z LOCATION:See Website for Tour Homes URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/omb-26th-annual-tour-of-homes/2026- 09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Airbound Arts 10 year Anniversary Celebration DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T063000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182212Z UID:243028-1789837200-1789860600@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,drink,free DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, September 19th for a celebration of Airb ound Arts  and our role as a non-profit  space supporting the local aeri al and circus community.  Whether  you’ve been a part of our community for years or have never stepped through the doors\, we’d love to have y ou join us! \n5pm – 8pm:   Sips \, snacks\, and silent auction. Free t o attend! All ages welcome.  Enjoy:\n* Complimentary non alcoholic drinks and small bites\n* Beer and wine available for purchase at the bar\n* A  silent auction featuring items from local businesses\n* A chance to explo re our space and learn about our history\n* Stories and insight into the l ocal Olympia circus community \nTake a look around\, connect with fellow c ircus and aerial enthusiasts\, and bid on something fabulous from our sile nt auction!\n100% of auction proceeds support Airbound Arts and help us co ntinue providing a home for the local circus community.\nWe can wait to ce lebrate with you! \n8pm: Aerial Show !   Join us for  a one of a kind Aerial Fashion Show\, created in collaboration with local aerialist  and fashion designer ClemCreations.\nExpect an evening where circus \, aerial arts and fashion design collide featuring all original designs brought to life in the air by local performers. \nTickets:\n$20 general admission\n$3 0 limited VIP (includes front row seat\, 1 free raffle ticket\, 1 drink ti cket)   VIP tickets are very limited so grab yours while they last! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182212Z LOCATION:Airbound Arts\, 312 Columbia St. NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/airbound-arts-10-year-anniversary-c elebration/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OMB 26th Annual Tour of Homes DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002026Z UID:241811-1789898400-1789920000@www.thurstontalk.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:The 26th Annual Tour of Homes\nSat and Sun\, September 19th an d 20th\n10:00am-4:00pm daily\nFREE ADMISSION (scattered site event) \nThe Tour of Homes is a free community event that showcases the finest craftsma nship throughout our region. Step inside stunning homes\, experience the l atest in design\, and connect with the expert builders and remodelers who bring it all to life. \nThe week of the event\, we will release our “Tou r of Homes Guide”\, complete with project addresses and directions\, det ails of each home\, and a map to help guide you along the way. The Tour Gu ide will be available online\, and we will also have printed copies availa ble to pick up at our Main and Silver sponsor locations. \nVisit omb.org f or more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002026Z LOCATION:See Website for Tour Homes URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/event/omb-26th-annual-tour-of-homes/2026- 09-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=olympia-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:ThurstonTalk X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.thurstontalk.com/2018/05/29/exploring-the-history -of-the-hoquiam-olympic-stadium END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR