4-H Robotics Project
The 4-H Robotics Project meetings are open to all currently enrolled Thurston County 4-H youth members. Please contact us at tc4h@co.thurston.wa.us for more information and to RSVP. Meetings are every second and fourth Thursday (6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) of each month through July 9, 2026.
4-H Council Meeting
The Thurston County 4-H Council is our county-wide advisory board. Enrolled 4-H volunteers and 4-H teen leaders are encouraged to attend. Thurston County 4-H Leaders Council meeting are currently being held via Zoom. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/93309005414?pwd=HShMbbRqVy3imWxTEAFREu9PhmMZX6.1 Meeting ID: 933 0900 5414 Passcode: 345746
Open Garden at Dirt Works Demonstration Garden
Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site 530 Alta Street SW Olympia, WA 98502, Olympia, WA, United StatesDirt Works Demonstration Garden is open to the public when the volunteers are having their service parties (March-October). Come stroll through the beautiful and peaceful setting. Explore 2 acres of inspiring fruit, vegetable, sensory, and ornamental gardens that use scientifically-proven gardening practices.
Organic Lawn Care – a free gardening workshop
Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast, Lacey, WA 98516, USA, Lacey, WA, United StatesMeet at the Compost Area. We will be outside and sitting, standing and walking on pavement, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. Seating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required, just show up. Free and open to all! Hosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension […]
Pruning for Novices – a free gardening workshop
Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast, Lacey, WA 98516, USA, Lacey, WA, United StatesMeet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting, standing and walking on pavement, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. Seating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required, just show up. Free and open to all! Hosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master […]
Open Garden at Dirt Works Demonstration Garden
Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site 530 Alta Street SW Olympia, WA 98502, Olympia, WA, United StatesDirt Works Demonstration Garden is open to the public when the volunteers are having their service parties (March-October). Come stroll through the beautiful and peaceful setting. Explore 2 acres of inspiring fruit, vegetable, sensory, and ornamental gardens that use scientifically-proven gardening practices.
4-H Dog Committee Meeting
The Thurston County 4-H Dog Committee meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the WSU Extension Office. The Dog Committee meetings are for planning and coordinating project related pre-fair and county fair activities. Enrolled 4-H volunteers and 4-H teen leaders enrolled in the horse project are encouraged to attend. Meetings are […]
Worm Composting – a free composting workshop
Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site 530 Alta Street SW Olympia, WA 98502, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn the basics of worm composting at Dirt Works Demonstration Garden. The Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October. Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. Workshops are free and open to the public. No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. […]
Food & Yard Waste Composting – a free composting workshop
Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site 530 Alta Street SW Olympia, WA 98502, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn the basics of food and yard waste composting at Dirt Works Demonstration Garden The Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October. Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. Workshops are free and open to the public. No advance registration is required […]
Open Garden at Dirt Works Demonstration Garden
Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site 530 Alta Street SW Olympia, WA 98502, Olympia, WA, United StatesDirt Works Demonstration Garden is open to the public when the volunteers are having their service parties (March-October). Come stroll through the beautiful and peaceful setting. Explore 2 acres of inspiring fruit, vegetable, sensory, and ornamental gardens that use scientifically-proven gardening practices.
In-person Question & Answer Clinic @ Thurston County Fair
Thurston County Fairgrounds 3054 Carpenter Rd SE, Olympia, WashingtonWSU Master Gardener volunteers and Master Recycler Composter volunteers will be available to help answer your gardening, composting, recycling, and waste reduction questions. There will be fun activities and educational activities at our booths for adults and kids. Look for us in the Karen Sharp Building 2026 Fair Dates and Times Thurston County Fair Ticket […]
In-person Question & Answer Clinic @ Thurston County Fair
Thurston County Fairgrounds 3054 Carpenter Rd SE, Olympia, WashingtonWSU Master Gardener volunteers and Master Recycler Composter volunteers will be available to help answer your gardening, composting, recycling, and waste reduction questions. There will be fun activities and educational activities at our booths for adults and kids. Look for us in the Karen Sharp Building 2026 Fair Dates and Times Thurston County Fair Ticket […]