Chehalis Centralia Events Calendar

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

Jun
21
Fri
Rainier Eye 1st Anniversary Celebration and Frame Show @ Rainier Eye
Jun 21 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Rainier Eye 1st Anniversary Celebration and Frame Show @ Rainier Eye

Come toast to the first anniversary of our new eye clinic, enjoy Italian bites by The Loft catering, shop the full collection of Gucci and Tom Davies frames, and enter to win a free frame or lenses. Our Buy More, Save More Sale will be a great way to make the most of this day!

Jul
20
Sat
Victorian Picnic & Games on the Lawn @ Historic Borst Home Museum
Jul 20 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Victorian Picnic & Games on the Lawn @ Historic Borst Home Museum

Gathering for Picnics & Games have always been a great way to fellowship with friends and family … Join us for a time of Living History at Historic Borst Home. Tour the buildings and gardens. Learn of our history.

Sep
21
Sat
Why Cursive Penmanship? @ Historic Borst Home Museum
Sep 21 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Cursive is making a comeback … Why? What is it’s history? We will explore the why and how. With an opportunity to try it yourself. Open House, Carriage House, Pioneer Church, One Room Schoolhouse and Heirloom Gardens. Talk and penmanship at 2 pm at the One Room Schoolhouse.

Oct
19
Sat
Capital Comedy: You Can’t be Serious @ Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts
Oct 19 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Capital Comedy: You Can't be Serious @ Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts

See Capitol Comedy’s new show, “You Can’t Be Serious,” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19. The talented performers of the Capitol Comedy troupe send up the Biden-Harris Administration, the Trump-Vance challenge, and a host of public figures with song parodies, comedy sketches, mock commercials and fake news updates.

Jan
17
Fri
“The Lost Salmon” Movie Viewing @ Centralia College - Walton Science Center, Room 101
Jan 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
"The Lost Salmon" Movie Viewing @ Centralia College - Walton Science Center, Room 101

Join us January 17, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Centralia College for a viewing of The Lost Salmon, which “chronicles the plight and potential recovery of the iconic spring chinook salmon of the Pacific Northwest. Faced with extinction in many river systems of the West, a new genetic discovery could aid in their recovery. Once teaming in the millions and a sacrament for the oldest civilizations in the Americas, time is running out for the genetically distinct wild salmon” (PBS). Come eat popcorn and discuss what we can do to help save this incredible fish that call our rivers home!

Jan
18
Sat
ZooZoo @ Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts
Jan 18 @ 7:30 pm
ZooZoo @ Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts

Imago’s shows have been described as Cirque Du Soleil-evoking acrobatics mixed with Mummenschanz-like mime, set in a unique, yet accessible, French-influenced, avant-garde playground. ZooZoo is penguins playing musical chairs, a cat trapped in a giant paper bag, hippos with insomnia, anteaters as waiters, and a madcap revue of illusion, comedy and fun that has inspired audiences nationwide. Imago has performed in China, Europe and at some of North America’s most revered festivals.

A good time for the entire family!

Apr
12
Sat
250th Anniversary @ Historic Borst Home Museum
Apr 12 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
250th Anniversary @ Historic Borst Home Museum

250 Years of our Nation to Celebrate! How we arrived in the great northwest? Local family history by one of their descendants.

May
10
Sat
Journey of a Lifetime on Bicentennial @ Historic Borst Home Museum
May 10 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Journey of a Lifetime on Bicentennial @ Historic Borst Home Museum

M’Lee Barlow, granddaughter to Lola Bowen Stancil who spent many months during the bicentennial (1976) on the Oregon Trail will be retelling her story. A journey her ancestors took in 1843 to settle in our area. A talk with many supporting artifacts.

May
17
Sat
Company Musical @ Centralia College Corbet Theatre
May 17 @ 7:00 pm – May 25 @ 7:00 pm

Company
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth
Company is a musical comedy which takes a honest and nuanced look at modern relationships. On his 35th birthday, the central character Bobby considers his life as bachelor in contrast to those of his married friends. Set in New York City, the musical examines the humor, beauty, and challenges of modern life.
May 16-17 7pm
May 18 2pm
May 23-24 7pm
May 25 2pm
Tickets $12 adults/ $10 student
More info at www.centralia.edu/theatre

May
20
Tue
Community Conversation with Eric Liu @ South Puget Sound Community College - Student Union Building #27
May 20 @ 6:00 pm

What does it mean to be an engaged American in today’s divisive political landscape? How can we unite to restore hope, revive democracy, and foster a sense of belonging within a connected community? Join us for an inspiring evening with Eric Liu, CEO of Citizen University, as we explore what it means to cultivate belonging, civic engagement, and shared responsibility in a divided world.

Drawing from his books, You’re More Powerful Than You Think and Become America, Liu will challenge us to reclaim our collective power, rehumanize our politics, and move from isolation to community. Through thought-provoking insights and actionable ideas, this conversation will ignite hope and equip us with the tools to strengthen our civic muscle and build a more connected and engaged community.