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We were overjoyed to see that the Olympia Farmers Market was open again this week. This means more local fresh produce for us and the Inn!

The market is a great place to spend a couple of hours. If you are planning a trip here keep in mind it is open Thursday through Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

It is the perfect place to grab some lunch before checking in at the Inn, or as one of the many things to do and see while you are here. Remember that the market is not just about the produce, their are great food vendors as well. Our favorite has to be the Mexican, Los Tulenos, where we almost always get Don Pepe’s burrito. Then we wander over and sit and listen to the live music while we devour the food! You will only need a light dinner after one of these.

The market has all of the following vendors;

• Fruit and Vegetables
• Art and Gifts
• Meals and Snacks
• Flowers and Plants
• Meat and Fish
• Chocolate!
• Clothing

It even has the Master Gardeners’ garden adjoining it, giving you the opportunity on weekends to grill the locals on what grows best around here.

You can even follow the Farmers Market on Facebook, where they post daily updates on events and musicians.

We still have limited room for Arts walk weekend. Come on down Friday night (or Thursday if you can) and stay until Sunday to experience some of the best of Olympia’s art community. There is art absolutely all over the place downtown. the farmers market is back in to swing again. All round a great time to experience all of Olympia.

To top it all off you have the Procession of the Species. Now in its 16th year you cannot miss this!

Leave the car at the Inn and explore downtown at its’ finest.

For more details check out the City of Olympia Calendar.

This Friday is Fall Arts Walk here in Olympia. Over one hundred local businesses participate between the hours of 5pm and 10pm, displaying art to the masses. It is a great time to wander around Olympia’s downtown, take in the atmosphere and have a great meal at one of our restaurants.

At the Swantown Inn we are offering 10% off any two night stay which includes Friday and Saturday nights. Just mention when you call to book or in the notes section if you book online.

So if you are looking for a fun day to fill a day around Olympia here is a suggestion that will not break the bank.

First head off to Wolf Haven and take a tour (which start on the hour). You get to learn a lot about wolves and why they are such a beneficial part of the ecosystem. Admission is $10, if you grab one of our maps or coupons you get $2 off. Either way it is well worth the price of admission.

Next it is off to the Monarch Sculputure Park. This is a non-profit outdoor art gallery. Self guided tours. Donations excepted. It is also located on the Chelalis Bicycle Trail. So if your keen you could do this as part of a bike ride from Olympia. It is an interesting mix of art and worth the stop.

Finally a bite to eat will be in order so on your way back to Olympia stop at Lattin’s Cider Mill. The apple cider is great! They have a country style produce store, home made pies and donuts. All the fixings for a nice casual lunch in their gardens and farm.

Of course ideally you will wind up back at our Bed and Breakfast for a relaxing late afternoon, followed by a delicious dinner at one of Olympia’s great restaurants.