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Family Friendly Activities In the Olympia Area This Week

By Breanne Selland November 17, 2024

Here are the top 5 picks for things to do with your kids in the Olympia area next week!

1. Oly on Ice! Opening Day November 22nd

Tickets are available online or on-site. We recommend buying tickets in advance online to secure your preferred time. On-site purchases are subject to availability, and if the rink is full, you'll be given the next available slot. On-site tickets can be purchased via smartphone, cash, or credit card.

Additional information below:

https://www.olympiawa.gov/services/parks___recreation/oly_on_ice.php

2. Kids Create! Perler Beads Keychains! Friday November 22nd, 4- 5pm @ the Centralia Library

Use tiny beads to craft adorable 8-bit creations you can take home with you! For kids in grades 1-6. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

3. Preparing for Winter @ the WET Science Center, Saturday 11/23 10am-4pm

For people in Washington, prepping for winter might mean grabbing your winter coat from storage or putting antifreeze in your car, but for many animals, it means months of preparation. They build up food stores, pack on fat, construct winter dens, and so much more! Come learn all about it! Free event.

4. Artvana- Kid Paint and Sip at Cafe Elite coffee shop in Lacey 11/23 from 2-4pm

Hello painters! We are excited to be hosting this event at Cafe Elite in Lacey! Join us for a fun KIDS and family paint class! Ages 7+ recommended

Seating is limited, and pre-registration is required. If you have any questions please reach out to us at info@artvana.life

More info and ticket purchase here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-and-family-painting-class-at-cafe-elite-lacey-tickets-1000392941217?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

5. Homeschool Meet and Greet and the Yelm Library, 11/19, 1-3pm

Connect with other homeschooling families in your community and explore the many free homework help resources the library has to offer! Staff will be on hand to offer guidance to the library online resources. Bring your questions and tips to share with other families.