Saturday, Nov. 22
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont’s Christmas Bazaar
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont, located 215 Killion Rd NW, will host its Christmas Bazaar event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the facility’s location in Yelm. Over 20 local vendors will attend the event, and free hot chocolate will be served. There will also be opportunities for free photos with Santa.
Michael Iverson’s 80th birthday
Yelm resident Michael Iverson will celebrate his 80th birthday at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Yelm Adult Community Center. Family and friends are invited to join the event.
Friday, Nov. 28 to Sunday Nov. 30
Tenino Holiday Market
The 2025 Tenino Holiday Market will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28, Saturday, Nov. 29, and Sunday, Nov. 30, at The Kodiak Room in Tenino — located 225 Sussex Ave W. More than 40 local artisans will attend the event, and numerous holiday-related events will occur throughout the weekend.
Monday, Dec. 1
Christmas in the Park tree lighting ceremony
The City of Yelm’s parks and recreation department will host the Christmas in the Park tree lighting ceremony at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 1 at Yelm City Park. The event is free and open to the public.
Friday, Dec. 5
Free pictures with Santa
The City of Yelm’s parks and recreation department will host free pictures with Santa from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, at the Yelm Community Center. The department will provide all participants with one printed photo with Santa.
Saturday, Dec. 6
Christmas in the Park activities
14th annual Yelm Lions Christmas Store
For the 14th time in organization history, the Yelm Lions Club will host its Christmas store from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Yelm Lions Club Carlson Scout Cabin across from Yelm Middle School. Kids under 12-years-old are welcome to select a gift for each adult in their house.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Stone City Event Center and Simply Organic Cafe and Catering in Tenino will host a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater from 5 to 8 p.m on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 16404 Old Highway 99 Southeast. Tickets can be purchased online at https://tinyurl.com/TeninoMurderMystery126.
Saturday, Dec. 13
Santa Story and Ice Cream Social
Worthy Coffee Co will host a Santa Story and Ice Cream Social event from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the shop’s location, 9111 346th St S in Roy. Children can participate in a free storytime with Santa event, and then enjoy a $2 ice cream cone inside the shop.
Sunday, Dec. 14
Santa Paws at Yelm Dog Park
The City of Yelm’s parks and recreation department invites the community to bring their furry four legged friends to the dog park from 10 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 14, for free pictures with Santa.
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