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.

Mar
25
Sat
Growning Tomatoes @ Salkum Timberland Library
Mar 25 @ 10:00 am

Grow tomatoes with or without a greenhouse! In this class we will talk about how to grow tomatoes from seed to harvest covering topics such as choosing varieties, providing good growing conditions and keeping plants strong and productive.

Pre-registeration is required. Call 360-740-1216 or email Julie.pritle@lewiscountywa.gov

Mar
26
Sun
Meet Alice in Wonderland Ballerinas @ Hands On Children's Museum
Mar 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Meet the ballerinas from Studio West Dance Academy’s Alice in Wonderland!

Free with admission or membership. Online reservations recommended.

Mar
28
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Mar 28 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

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.

Apr
8
Sat
Gardening for Everyone by the Master Gardener Foundation of Lewis County @ Washington Hall at Centralia College
Apr 8 @ 9:15 am

Pre-registration not required. Workshops available are as follows:
9am-10:30am Stream Team & Public Outreach, Basic Vegetable Gardening, or Stormwater Management in Centralia.
10:45am-12:15pm Inviting Pest Fighting Pollinators into Your Garden, Roses: Selection, Planning and Care, or Growing Plants Inside a Greenhouse/Polytube.
12:45pm-2:15pm Aerated Static Compost, Identifications of Priority Noxious Weeds and Their Control, or Hoop-houses.

Meet Raptor Ambassadors with the Falconer @ Hands On Children's Museum
Apr 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Meet Raptor Ambassadors with the Falconer @ Hands On Children's Museum

Meet the raptor ambassadors and learn about prey and predators with The Falconer John Prucich!

Free with admission or membership. Online reservations recommended.

Apr
18
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Apr 18 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

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.

Apr
21
Fri
Earth Day Celebration (FREE) @ Nature Nurture Farmacy
Apr 21 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Earth Day Celebration (FREE) @ Nature Nurture Farmacy

A FREE, fun, kid-friendly event with

live music
plant sale
art
baked goods
garden/other demos
mini goat
free seeds
fun activities
a raffle
and more!

Apr
22
Sat
Earth Day Work Party at Discovery Trail @ Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Apr 22 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Earth Day Work Party at Discovery Trail @ Chehalis River Discovery Trail

Celebrate Earth Day 2023 at the Chehalis River Discovery Trail with Lewis County Stream Team, Noxious Weed Control, and the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust. The work party will meet from 10AM-1PM on Saturday, April 22nd at the trailhead parking lot at the end of Goodrich Road. We will be removing invasive weeds from the trail to improve wildlife habitat. Please contact weeds@lewiscountywa.gov with questions or to RSVP.

Apr
25
Tue
Beginner Birding @ Oakville Timberland Library
Apr 25 @ 3:30 pm

Join us for a lesson in beginner bird-watching presented by the Grays Harbor Audubon Society. There will be stories and a hands-in binocular demonstration. All ages welcome!

On Saturday the Audubon will host a guided bird walk in Oakville, details will be announced at the workshop.

Apr
29
Sat
Women’s Only Basic Pistol class @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Division
Apr 29 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Are you ready to learn how a firearm functions? Don’t know how to choose a firearm you might want, then this class is for you. Learn the basics of how a firearm operates, learn about different ammo, how to grip the firearm, how to stand, line up the sights, press the trigger and more. If you do not own a firearm I will have several available for you to try. You would need to bring a box of 9mm Luger or Parabellum ammo and/or .22 LR (long rifle) ammo. You would also have to bring eye & ear protection as well as a baseball cap. The fee is $85 and you must call Dolly at 360-978-4338 in advance to reserve your spot. Can have 6 ladies in each class. If you have questions please do not hesitate to contact me.