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Real things to do, this week and next, all around Olympia.
Sunday Morning Walk — Capitol Lake Loop
Tue, Sep 22 · 9:20 PM
Capitol Lake Boathouse
A slow, no-pressure loop around Capitol Lake to start the week grounded.
Summer Propagation Swap
Fri, Sep 25 · 9:20 PM
Yauger Park
Bring a cutting, take a cutting — an afternoon plant swap.
Monthly Craft Night
Tue, Sep 29 · 9:20 PM
Cryptatropa Bar
Bring whatever you're working on and craft alongside neighbors.
Loved by locals
Small businesses that make Olympia feel like Olympia.
Burial Grounds Coffee
A cozy downtown coffee shop with strong pour-overs and local art on the walls.
Orca Books
An independent bookstore that's been part of downtown Olympia for decades.
Root and Ritual Yoga
A small westside studio offering slow flow, restorative, and beginner-friendly classes.
Breadline Cafe
Sourdough baked daily and a westside patio that fills up fast on sunny mornings.
Wild Roots Apothecary
Herbal remedies, bulk teas, and locally made skincare.
Childhood's End Gallery
A downtown fixture for handmade art, glasswork, and pottery.
Give back to Olympia
Local nonprofits doing good work — and looking for a few more hands.
Food Sorting Volunteer
Thurston County Food Bank
2 hours/week
Distribution Day Greeter
Thurston County Food Bank
Every other Saturday
Weekend Dog Walker
Olympia Pet Rescue
1–2 hours/week
From the blog
Stories, guides, and notes on making Olympia feel like home.
September 12, 2026
Best places to work remotely in Olympia
Strong wifi, outlets that actually work, and nobody side-eyeing you for a three-hour laptop stay.
September 5, 2026
Where to host your small craft night in Olympia
From cozy bar back rooms to community centers, here's where Olympia locals are gathering to make things.
“I just moved here and didn't know a single person. Found a walk on here my first week and now I have an actual group of friends. This is exactly what Olympia needed.”
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