This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
Find Work Friday is a WorkSource virtual hiring event that connects you to recruiters across Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties. Join us for this FREE hiring event and connect directly with local employers from different industries. Find Work Friday provides an opportunity to chat with recruiters instantly to see if their company is a good fit for you.
Here is a link to a video explaining the Brazen platform: https://youtu.be/h48DdeFg8Bo
Registration is a 2-step process.
1. Job seekers must complete the registration form at the following link:
https://bit.ly/3rgVyRs
2. Click a verification link which is emailed to each registrant from “Washington State PacMountain Workforce”
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
WorkSource is hosting a FREE Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Salkum Timberland Library to help with your job search needs. Come meet with WorkSource staff and learn about our services and resources.
Multiple Lewis County employers will be recruiting at this job fair. Bring your resume if you are ready to apply.
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Mountain View Timberland Library on Tuesday, March 15th from 11:00 AM – 2:00 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!
Covid-19 safety protocol will be observed by all guests at this indoor event.
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
Work Party at the Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Saturday, March 26th from 9 am ‘til 12:00 noon
Sponsored by the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust
What: Discovery Trail Work Party to repair recent flood damage.
Snacks and drinking water will be available (bring your own bottle).
Due to hazards left by the floods, this event is not suitable for young children.
You must pre-register for this event. See instructions below.
Where: Chehalis River Discovery Trail, 1545 Goodrich Rd, Centralia. Parking for high
ground clearance vehicles will be at the old barn (follow the signs). Rides will
be provided as needed from the trail’s regular lot at the treatment plant.
When: 9 AM until 12:00 noon, Saturday, March 26th, 2022. Masking is optional.
Please join Chehalis River Basin Land Trust volunteers, the Great Old Broads and others as we work to repair recent flood damage along the Discovery Trail. (See: Discovery Trail along the Chehalis River (lewiscountytrails.org) Please arrive early to sign the waiver.
Sturdy gloves and suitable work clothes are recommended. We will have some garden tools and gloves available at the site. Please feel free to bring your own hand tools if you’d like.
Please pre-register for this event by emailing your RSVP to:
office@chehalislandtrust.org
Be sure to include the number of people you expect in your party.
Earth Day – Work Party at Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Friday, April 22nd from 9 am ‘til 12:00 noon
Sponsored by the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust
What: Earth Day Discovery Trail Work Party to repair recent flood damage.
Snacks and drinking water will be available (bring your own bottle).
Due to hazards left by the floods, this event is not suitable for young children.
You must pre-register for this event. See instructions below.
Where: Chehalis River Discovery Trail, 1545 Goodrich Rd, Centralia. Parking for high
ground clearance vehicles will be at the old barn (follow the signs). Rides will
be provided as needed from the trail’s regular lot at the treatment plant.
When: 9 AM until 12:00 noon, Friday, April 22nd, 2022. Masking is optional.
Please join Chehalis River Basin Land Trust volunteers, the Great Old Broads and others as we work to repair recent flood damage along the Discovery Trail. (See: Discovery Trail along the Chehalis River (lewiscountytrails.org)) Please arrive early to sign the waiver.
Sturdy gloves and suitable work clothes are recommended. We will have some garden tools and gloves available at the site. Please feel free to bring your own hand tools if you’d like.
Please pre-register for this event by emailing your RSVP to:
office@chehalislandtrust.org
Be sure to include the number of people you expect in your party.
WorkSource and the Capital Mall have teamed up to bring you a FREE Pop-up Job Fair on Friday May 6th from noon to 4:00 PM. This event will be hosted by Capital Mall at the indoor court in front of Macy’s.
Here is what to expect as a job seeker:
• Over 20 recruiting employers
• Free raffle prizes, sponsored by local businesses
• On site interviews
• No cost to attend
• Job opportunities for ages 16+
Employer space is very limited. If you an employer located in Thurston County with jobs in one of the following industry sectors (Retail, Food Production, Forest & Wood Products, Healthcare, Hospitality, Information Technology, Manufacturing, or Transportation & Logistics) and are interested in recruiting at this event, email mpong@thurstonchamber.com
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
Guest Speaker Renee Corcoran will give a talk, in period dress, of her great-great grandmother Mrs. Sidney Ford (who settled Ford’s Prairie in Centralia, WA) in the mid-19th century. On site will also be some Pioneer Crafts and Trades Living Historians. Look forward to seeing you all.
A night you won’t want to miss! August 26th we are hosting an exclusive Benefit Auction, Dinner, Shopping, and Music experience and The Loft!
Tickets are pre-sale only! Buy now until July 31st here: nightmarket.ticketleap.com/artisan-night-market/
~Doors open at 4 PM to our benefit auction for Hope Alliance Lewis County. We have some AMAZING items up for auction! (Soon to be announced)
~Dinner will be served at 5 PM followed by our live music with Mason Robert Keith Music Ft. Raven Nyberg
~Shopping experience open from 6-9 PM with our 10 hand selected vendors
Bringing your family? No problem! We have an exclusive “Man-Cave” for the fellas to hang out!
Tickets are $50 each. Includes: Access to our Benefit Auction, 1 Dinner, 1 Desert, 1 Moc-Tail, 1 Concert Ticket, A Swag Bag, Access to Man-Cave and Access to our hand selected vendors!
Doors will open at 6:30 PM to the public for a $5 admission and will include 1 Swag Bag and 1 Moc-tail.
Limited quantities available. All proceeds from Benefit Auction will be donated directly to Hope Alliance Lewis County.
Free and fun introduction to square dancing. A chance to get out and get moving. You’ll be dancing right away. Good exercise for body and brain in a friendly atmosphere. No experience necessary. Couples, singles, families welcome, ages 10 to 110. Monday, October 10th, 6:30 p.m. At Lac-A-Do Hall, 1721 46th AVE NE, Olympia. Sponsored by Olympia Area Square Dancers. For more information call Nancy at 360-438-1284 or Vicky at 612-385-4336. Web: www.OlympiaSquareDance.com
Mark your Calendars for our EPIC 80’s Party! Grab your partner and your Walkman and join us for a tubular time! Wear your favorite 80’s outfit and will have live 80’s cover band NO RUELZ playing all the 80’s hits!
Purchase your ticket early for a VIP PASS!
Single tickets can be purchased at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/80s-party-tickets-432042529837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&fbclid=IwAR3aqd3vYBDbFvNewJ797u6VawfhnypeIp8ESPH_6d8PMxoK0ByANqRk-kU
Couples Tickets can be purchased at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/80s-party-couples-tickets-only-tickets-439876852507?fbclid=IwAR1tQvkPZCw57gh3tAMRVQdtJwr_AwwOV3_D6ef05PCypIe5bHi3ovbNnRI
or at the Chamber Office.
VIP PASS includes a discount on the ticket(s), exclusive VIP lanyard and a ticket for 1 free beer. Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber office or over the phone at (360) 748-8885. VIP tickets available for purchase before 10/20 are $25 / single and $45 / couple.
Tickets purchased at the door are $30 / single and $55 / couple.
Date: Saturday October 29
7:00 – 10:00pm
(Dick’s Brewing will be open prior to the event 3 – 7pm)
