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.

Apr
13
Thu
Chico’s Outlet Wardrobe Rewards Event @ Chico's Outlet
Apr 13 all-day
Chico’s Outlet Wardrobe Rewards Event @ Chico's Outlet

Join our Chico’s Outlet for a Wardrobe Rewards Event on April 13th, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Chico’s is celebrating YOU, the customer! Thank you for your loyalty to Chico’s Outlet. Shop in-store special event sales and enter to win a raffle gift basket stocked full of goodies.

Snacks and refreshments will also be provided during the event. Located at 1312 Lum Rd. just off I-5, Exit 82 at the Centralia Outlets.

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
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.

May
3
Wed
Chico’s Celebrates 40 Years! @ Chico's Outlet
May 3 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Chico’s Celebrates 40 Years!
Join our Chico’s Outlet for a 40th Anniversary Celebration Event on May 3, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Chico’s has been designing women’s fashion for every woman, no matter what age or size since 1983. During this event, in-store special sales will be offered as well as a chance to win a raffle gift basket stocked with seasonal gardening goodies, with no purchase necessary.
Snacks and refreshments will also be provided during the event. Located just off I-5, Exit 82 at the Centralia Outlets.

May
9
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
May 9 @ 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.

May
20
Sat
Historic Borst Home Museum “Gardening Made Simple” @ Historic Borst Home Museum
May 20 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Master Gardeners will be in the Gardens sharing how to start gardening … Gardening Made Simple. Anyone can garden, almost anywhere. The site buildings are Open 1:30 til 3:30 with our Talk at 2 pm for 30 mins. As will our Living Historians to visit about our history and gardening then and now. Some things have changed, but not. George Washington was practicing Garden Rotation 250 years ago. It is still a wise practice. He used “Organic Gardening” also, though they didn’t give it such a fancy catch phrase.

May
30
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
May 30 @ 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.

Jun
1
Thu
Work Party at Chehalis River Discovery Trail @ Chehalis River Discovery Trail, Centralia
Jun 1 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Work Party at Chehalis River Discovery Trail @ Chehalis River Discovery Trail, Centralia

The Chehalis River Basin Land Trust will hold a Work Party at the Chehalis River Discovery Trail, near Centralia, from 9 am until 12 noon, on Thursday, June 1st, 2023. We’ll be removing invasive weeds from areas near the trail and helping our recently planted native trees and shrubs to thrive.
The Discovery Trail is at 1545 Goodrich Rd, Centralia. Follow the event signs to parking near the old red barn. Water, snacks, and other cold drinks will be provided (please bring your own bottle for water).
Please dress for the weather and bring sturdy work gloves and footwear. We will have some garden tools and gloves available at the site but feel free to bring your own hand tools.
Please RSVP for this event by email to: “office@chehalislandtrust.org” or by calling the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust (CRBLT) office at (360) 807-0764.