This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.

Join us to battle invasive plants along the trail. There is blackberry and tansy galore! Every pair of hands can help. The City will provide a disposal trailer….let’s fill it!
Masks required.
Please come prepared for the weather; leather gloves help with thorns. Maybe your favorite shovel, loppers, or clippers.
Drive into the barn parking area.

Join us to improve the riparian area along the Discovery Trail. This work party will remove invasive weeds; adults and older teens only. The work can be hard, but Oh so satisfying!
Bring your leather gloves if you have them, loppers, etc. Dress for the weather.
We will provide snacks, water and coffee; gloves if needed.
Masks required and social distancing.

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Open Enrollment health insurance appointments & walk ups.
Sign up in advance for an in person appointment by following this link: https://calendly.com/crhn_navigator/mm or call 360-819-7836
Get non-bias, confidential and knowledgeable assistance with your Washington HealthPlanFinder health insurance application.
Additionally, we will have:
Swag, Snacks & Beverages
Masks & other PPE
Various resources and gifts

Join us!
Open Enrollment health insurance pre-scheduled appointments and walk ups welcome. Sign up in advance for an in-person appointment during this event by following this link:
https://calendly.com/crhn_navigator/chehalis or call 360-819-7836
Get non-bias, confidential and knowledgeable assistance with your Washington HealthPlanFinder health insurance application.
Additionally, there will be:
Swag, Snacks & Beverages
Masks & other PPE
Other assorted resources and tokens of appreciation

What: Earth Day Land Restoration and Trail Maintenance Event.
Snacks and drinking water will be available (bring your own bottle).
You must pre-register for this event; see the link below.
Where: Centralia’s Discovery Trail, at the end of Goodrich Rd, Centralia.
Parking for volunteers will be at the old barn (look for signs).
When: 9 AM until 12 Noon on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22nd, 2021.
The Chehalis River Basin Land Trust will be hosting an Earth Day land restoration and trail maintenance event along Centralia’s Discovery Trail from 9 am until noon on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, 2021. (See: Discovery Trail along the Chehalis River (lewiscountytrails.org)) Please arrive early to sign the waiver.
We will be removing invasive plants, including Himalaya Blackberry vines. Sturdy gloves, long pants and long sleeves are recommended. We will have facemasks as well as some tools and gloves available at the site, but please feel free to bring your own preferred hardware for dealing with invasive plants.
Covid-19 Precautions:
The number of participants for this event will be limited due to Covid-19 concerns and restrictions. Face masks and social distancing will be required.
Please use the following link to pre-register.
https://www.chehalislandtrust.org/events/volunteer

Discovery Trail Habitat Restoration Work Party
Wednesday, May 19th from 9 am ‘til 12:30 pm
(Sponsored by the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust)
What: Discovery Trail Habitat Restoration Work Party.
Snacks and drinking water will be available (bring your own bottle).
You must pre-register for this event; see the link below.
Where: Centralia’s Discovery Trail, at the end of Goodrich Rd, Centralia.
Parking for volunteers will be at the old barn (look for signs).
When: 9 AM until 12:30 PM, Wednesday, May 19th, 2021.
Please join in with Chehalis River Basin Land Trust volunteers, the Great Old Broads and others as we continue habitat restoration work along Centralia’s Discovery Trail from 9 am until 12:30 pm, Wednesday, May 19, 2021. (See: Discovery Trail along the Chehalis River (lewiscountytrails.org)) Please arrive early to sign the waiver.
We will be weeding around recently planted tree seedlings and removing some invasive plants. Sturdy gloves and suitable work clothes are recommended. We will have facemasks as well as some tools and gloves available at the site. Please feel free to bring your own tools if you’d like.
Covid-19 Precautions:
The number of participants for this event will be limited due to Covid-19 concerns. Face masks and social distancing will be required in accordance with the latest statewide guidelines in effect at the time of the event.
Please use the following link to pre-register.
https://www.chehalislandtrust.org/events/volunteer

Luminary Apothecary
Chehalis Farmer’s Market
Winlock Community Garden
Lewis County Women United
SNAP-ed program
WIC
and more!!

WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Event at the Great Wolf Lodge in their Convention Center on Wednesday, November 3rd from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Come and chat in-person with WorkSource staff to learn about the resources we offer and how we can assist with your job search. Recruiters from multiple employers will also be present. Bring questions and copies of your resume if you are ready to apply!
If you are an employer located in Lewis County or Southern Thurston County and are interested in recruiting at this event, please email Zach Nibler at znibler@thurstonchamber.com . Employer space is limited.
Covid-19 safety protocols will be observed by all guests inside the building.
WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email znibler@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 357-3362, to request an accommodation.

Join a virtual volunteer orientation and learn more information about becoming a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Mentor a youth in our community by spending a few hours each month doing things you both enjoy. Learn how we ignite the power and promise of youth with our proven system of support and safety.