Hello and welcome! We are a group of friendly South Sounders who are looking to expand our circle of friends while going to new places and exploring events in the area. If you are new in town and would like to meet some of your new neighbors for the first time, or your life is too much work and no play, even if you have lived here your whole life and would like to meet more people, then why not give us a try.  If you have an interest in bowling, movies, dining out, game nights, meeting new peopl …

This group is for people who like to move, and would like to do so with a group of others who are enthusiastic about enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.  If you enjoy the outdoors, are fit enough to walk a couple hours with a small pack, and would like to develop a healthier mind and body, then join this group. Pack a snack,  rain gear, and the ten essentials and join us for a big adventure! Stay after the hike for a snack, lunch or a cup of coffee and get to know your fellow members bett …

Eckankar Center of Olympia, 509 12th Avenue, Suite 5, Olympia, WA  98501. Welcome to the Olympia Eckankar, the Religion of the Light and Sound of God.  The teachings of ECK define the nature of Soul more carefully than other religions do.  Each person is Soul, a particle of God sent into the lower worlds (including earth) to gain spiritual experience.  Purified by the spiritual exercises, he comes into contact with the Holy Spirit.  His goal is spiritual freedom in this lifetime, after which he …

Meet friendly local moms to talk and have fun with! Come to a Moms Meetup to share experiences, find advice, give support and make new friends. All moms are welcome! Basic Information about The Olympia/Lacey Moms Meetup Group Who: The Olympia/Lacey Moms Meetup is a group for stay-at-home moms, working moms, and any other moms that would like to find friends and support for themselves as well as their kids! What: The organizers plan and post meetups on the calendar. Members of the group ar …

Order Sons of Italy in America (OSIA) is the oldest and largest association of American Men and Women of Italian descent in the United States. (National Site) The Grand Lodge of the Northwest (GLNW) is one of the 21 State Charters throughout the U.S. with 20 Local Lodges (Directory link) currently in Oregon and Washington. It is the goal of the GLNW to develop discussion groups, Italian language classes, and cultural programs. Women constitute more than 50 percent (50%) of OSIA's membership, and …

Once upon a time I had a group of friends who had Wednesday night dinners together. Each night we'd have a theme and cook for each other, and those nights live in my memories as some of the best times ever. I'd like to recreate that in Olympia and make some new friends. This is a group for food-lovers and those who love to cook and share their food. We have dinners about once a month, with occasional other get-togethers. It is a group for adults only, but there are no other restrictions - all a …

This is a group for chess players of all abilities from novice to master, and also a place for those wishing to either learn how to play or increase their skill level.  The club will meet Cafe Vita downtown Olympia Thursdays from 6-9, however venue may change so please become a member to be informed of playing times and locations.

Join the running revolution! A supportive place for runners of all ages and abilities to come together to achieve their running goals! Whether it's a 5K or a marathon, we have opportunities for you to RUN! We are a membership fee FREE running club.... We offer three weekly community runs: Mondays at 6PM in Lacey, Wednesdays at 5:30PM at the Olympia Farmer's Market, and Saturday mornings at 8AM at Marathon Park.

Having difficulty getting motivated to exercise? Tired of running by yourself? Unable to find someone who runs your own pace? Join us to exercise with others - you will meet new people, receive motivation from your fellow runners, and have people to ask questions and learn about nearby events, not to mention enjoying the beautiful WA weather. The organizers of Olympia Running Meetup Group love to run and we believe running with others is much more fun than running alone! Note that every training …

Evergreen Country Dancers of Olympia is a non-profit social organization licensed by the State of Washington, affiliated with American Callers Association and ASCAP. The organization started in 1990 for the purpose of promoting, supporting and enhancing country dance and related activities. We do this by supporting and sponsoring various events that bring people together to form a bond and show interest in country dance. We welcome all levels of dancers from the newest to the most experienced to …

Until now Olympia didn't have a 9-12 Project group - it's time that changed. Let's get together, meet, and get to know each other. If you are interested in reaching out to help others then you have the right group!

Welcome to the Olympia Weston A. Price local chapter! The Weston A. Price Foundation is dedicated to restoring nutrient-dense foods to the human diet through education, research and activism. It supports a number of movements that contribute to this objective including accurate nutrition instruction, organic and biodynamic farming, pasture-feeding of livestock, community-supported farms, honest and informative labeling, prepared parenting and nurturing therapies. Specific goals include establish …

The Center for Spiritual Living - Olympia provides spiritual tools to help transform our personal lives and help make the world a better place. Simply put, Science of Mind teaches that by changing our thinking, we can change our lives. We recognize that we are each precious and empowered to live the life we choose through a personal relationship with the Divine, no matter what we call it: Infinite Intelligence, Universal Spirit, Source, Divine Essence, Love, or God. If you are in search of a com …

Hello! I am setting up a Nonviolent Communication Practice Group for the Olympia area. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a method of communicating which aims to develop honest and empathetic connection. NVC begins by assuming that we are all compassionate by nature and that violent strategies—whether verbal or physical—are learned behaviors taught and supported by the prevailing culture. NVC also assumes that we all share the same, basic human needs, and that each of our actions are a strategy t …

If you're a gamer, moviegoer, anime fan, or all of the above then this is probably the group for you. The types of meetups include anime nights, board games, card games, pot lucks, happy hours, movie nights, cosplay, and grouping up for various conventions. We also love to play XBOX, PS3, and WII video games. So if you get a kick out of fighting games like Soul Calibur, Tekken, Mortal Kombat, Smash Brothers, and Street Fighter than you should definately check out our Friday Fight Nights! Don't w …

The Olympia Node Users Group is a set of developers interested in using Node.js to build rich realtime interactive web applications. We learn from each other and focus on building real applications at each meet up. Bring your laptop and a friend. Beginners welcome.

For people in the Olympia/Thurston/South Sound area interested in getting together to enjoy wine , beer, cocktails and good company!   We attend happy hours, wine tastings, cultural events.  We go on bus trips and weekend getaways.  Feel free to come to a meetup and check us out!

A place for scramblers trained by The Mountaineers who want to participate in less technical scramble than are often offered by The Mountaineers. To be a member of the Olympia Scramblers group a new members should be a graduate of The Mountaineer’s Alpine Scrambling or Basic Climbing course, or have equivalent skill and capability.  A new member will join with the status of a provisional member for three events at which time their status will be reviewed.  A wavier of this provisional status wil …

Living rooms were made for live music. What could be better than talented artists performing for you in the comfort of a living room? House concerts are small intimate performances attended by 20 -30 people. Gifted artists from all over the U.S bring their passion for music to a cozy venue. This is a great way to meet new people, share food and listen to inspired live music. Donations are suggested ($12-$20) with 100% of the proceeds going directly to the artist. Please bring a snack and/or beve …

We're a 20 and 30 somethings group interested in helping the Olympia area through social events, group volunteer projects, and fundraisers. Connect with new people, build your professional and volunteer network, and have fun for a cause! Sample projects include: - Volunteer Opportunities (Such as trail cleanup, habitat for humanity, etc) - Fundraising (Dinners/happy hours for a cause, food drives, etc) - Group led activities (The hat project, etc) Hope you'll check us out.

If you are a parent homeschooling from a Christian perspective in the Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Rochester area, then this group is for you. The purpose of this group is to plan activities, provide support, and share ideas and information. Members of this group are encouraged to host/lead activities or workshops in areas that moms or dads are gifted or specialize in.   For example, I can lead outdoor education workshops or lessons (like rock climbing, boating, plant and tree identification, etc …

I started this group to get together with others once a week in Olympia to crochet or knit and enjoy coffee/tea/cider/cocoa...cupcakes! There are some other nice groups a bit farther away but I thought it would be great to start a group for the local Olympia, Tumwater, and Lacey area. I'm a beginner at crocheting but learning more all the time. All levels welcome, whether you're into knitting, crocheting, looms, or other crafts. We have two meetup locations: *OLY Bonjour Cupcakes, in downtown Ol …

OlyMEGA (Olympia Makers, Engineers, Geeks and Artists) is a technology interest group open to all ages and all knowledge levels. The mission of OlyMEGA is to create an open tech community in the Olympia/Thurston County. Members are encouraged to share their knowledge, learn from others, and create from what they learn. We have a shared workshop called a MakerSpace at 416 Washington St. Suite 202, Olympia. We are working on scheduled hours of operation now. Watch for Meetups announced at the spa …

Noodlists is a friendly social group of people in their 20s and 30s in the Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, WA area. If you enjoy meeting new people, making new friends, and trying out new things, Noodlists is for you. Everyone is welcome to join whether you'd like to participate in events, host some of your own, or you're just curious. Main Website: www.Noodlists.com On Meetup: Olympia.Noodlists.com PLEASE NOTE: This is not a dating group although we may have related activities time to time. …

This western Meetup group covers everywhere south of Olympia and west of the Cascade Mountains, so please don't think you can't post an event if it's not in Olympia. On the other hand, if it's close to the boundaries and you're not sure, feel free to post the event for this group and/or the other 2 groups covering northwestern and eastern Washington. It couldn't hurt to help spread the word and you never know, a group may decide to carpool/roadtrip over your way. The Sisterhood aims to provide a …

Welcome to Fit Fun and Friendly Olympians. This Meetup group is for people that enjoy exploring the Pacific Northwest through hiking, walking, and other outdoor-related fitness activities. Our Meetup events are usually scheduled in or near the Olympia area, typically last 2-4 hours, and are usually held on Saturday or Sunday mornings, rain or shine. In addition to hikes and walks that vary in difficulty, our group may post events such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, trail running, and a va …

Story Games are tabletop games for 3-7 players where we create stories through play. No Experience is necessary and everyone is welcome! While Story Games are for people of all ages, some games we’ll play have adult themes such as violence, sex, responsibility, compassion, hope, and transformation. There will be many good-hearted facilitators on hand to introduce new games, and help people pick what to play. Story Games - An Introduction Story Games from Ross Cowman on Vimeo. Example of Play …

We are not a singles group! This is a group for ladies interested in a lot of everything. Rather than joining tons of groups, join one and get it all. Movies, wine, books, shopping, outdoor activities for just us, and some to include the kids. Some will even include the spouses if we want. I want this group to be just that, a group effort. I want to hear what you are all interested in and then, lets do it! What do you say? Hiking, biking...Ok! Book club, or game night? YES! Pipers Playground wit …